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What's Next?: Follow Your Passion and Find Your Dream Job
by Kerry HannonA guide to switching careers packed with the tools, practical advice, and testimonials to help you get out of a dead-end job and follow your dreams.Filled with inspiring stories from real people who have changed careers mid-life, What’s Next? is an exciting roadmap for anyone looking to make their next job their dream job. From a former mortgage banker who’s back in the classroom to a tough cop turned Nashville music agent, these in-depth testimonials offer encouragement and advice and prove that it’s possible to pursue your passion. Authored by Kerry Hannon, a celebrated journalist and leading authority on careers and personal finance, What’s Next? offers those seeking a more fulfilling path the tools to get started and the inspiration to do it now.Praise for What’s Next?“A fascinating and extremely helpful book for anyone planning to switch careers—from one of the nation’s leading experts on the subject.” —Richard Eisenberg, CBS MoneyWatch.com“Kerry Hannon is a top-rate personal finance journalist filled with smart, practical advice.” —Diane Harris, Executive Editor, Money magazine“More and more people have realized the importance of following their passions. But if you can’t make money at it, it’s your hobby. Follow Hannon’s roadmap to make sure you’re on the way to a passionate—and prosperous—career.” —Jean Chatzky, bestselling author of The Difference and Pay It Down“A must-read for anyone—at any age—curious about any career change. A perfect blend of inspirational, readable stories and logistical, practical advice, What’s Next? walks you through the nuts and bolts of switching careers so you can follow your passion the smart way and set yourself up for long-term success. (If I didn’t love my career so much, this book would be my bible!)” —Beth Kobliner, author of Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties
Sunday Roasts: A Year's Worth of Mouthwatering Roasts, from Old-Fashioned Pot Roasts to Glorious Turkeys and Legs of Lamb
by Betty Rosbottom“[A] terrific collection of meals for lazy weekends.” —Publishers WeeklySunday Roasts contains eighty tantalizing recipes for slow-roasted meats, fowl, fish, and vegetables that compel a Sunday cook to enjoy good food and good living. With an earthy sensibility that celebrates quality ingredients, beloved cookbook author Betty Rosbottom pairs the special—an herb rub, a tapenade, a twist of citrus—with the primal: a substantial cut of meat. Also included is a selection of satisfying sides, plus chutneys, relishes, and seasoned butters to dial up the flavor. Roasts of all types and price ranges are represented, so cooks have everything they need to prepare for Sunday or any day, from weeknight suppers to fancy holiday feasts. Includes photos and roasting tips and guidelines
The Little Book of Yoga
by Nora IsaacsA concise overview of the ancient mind-body practice, covering the poses, history, philosophy, and more.The Little Book of Yoga offers a comprehensive foundation in the practice of yoga. It’s an engaging and approachable volume perfect for yoga lovers of all levels—beginner or advanced, committed or just curious. Beginning with a brief history of yoga and its various styles, Nora Isaacs presents instructions and illustrations for all the major poses. She also goes beyond the poses to discuss yogic philosophy, breathing, meditation, chakras, and more.
Encountering God: As a Traveling Papal Missionary of Mercy
by Father Jim SichkoThe author of Among Friends returns with a witty, heartfelt account of his adventures as a full-time traveling storyteller for God. In third grade, we talked about what we wanted to be when we grew up. I raised my hand and said, &“I want to be the pope!&”Everyone laughed.But, hey, if you think about it, I&’m still in the running. Encountering God is a collection of Father Jim Sichko&’s tales about what happened after he left his home parish in the Lexington, Kentucky, diocese to embark on a new role as a papal missionary of mercy. As his former congregation well knew, his warmth, humor, and genuine passion for spreading the message of God&’s unconditional love made him an ideal choice for the job, and Pope Francis seemed to agree. Here he reveals what it&’s like to live out of a suitcase (and love it) as he engages in the &“Ministry of Encountering&”—meeting people face to face, connecting through the shared experiences of daily life, and revealing how God&’s presence is accessible to us all if we simply open our hearts. Father Jim knows how challenging that can be, but his purpose is to make it easier. He passes along the Holy Father&’s message that it&’s not just about what we give up, but what we give—because we all have something to offer, and it costs nothing to be kind. Insightful, inspiring, and frequently funny, Encountering God offers a glimpse into an unusual life—and a call to move from &“me&” to &“we&” thinking in a world that sometimes seems determined to drive us apart. This ebook features forewords by Bishop John Stowe, OFM Conv., and Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Airlines; and an afterword by Olivia Newton-John.
Encyclopedia of the Yoruba
by Tóyìn Fálọlá and Akíntúndé Akínyẹmí“The encyclopedia gives a complex, yet detailed, presentation of the Yorùbá, a dominant ethnic group in West Africa . . . an invaluable resource.” —Yoruba Studies ReviewThe Yoruba people today number more than thirty million strong, with significant numbers in the United States, Nigeria, Europe, and Brazil. This landmark reference work emphasizes Yoruba history, geography and demography, language and linguistics, literature, philosophy, religion, and art. The 285 entries include biographies of prominent Yoruba figures, artists, and authors; the histories of political institutions; and the impact of technology and media, urban living, and contemporary culture on Yoruba people worldwide. Written by Yoruba experts on all continents, this encyclopedia provides comprehensive background to the global Yoruba and their distinctive and vibrant history and culture.“Readers unfamiliar with the Yoruba will find the introduction a concise and valuable overview of their language and its dialects, recent history, mythology and religion, and diaspora movements . . . Highly recommended.” —Choice
Quick & Easy Mexican Cooking: More Than 80 Everyday Recipes (Quick & Easy)
by Cecilia Hae-Jin LeeThe James Beard Award–nominated author heads south of the border to share “simple recipes that can be made on any weeknight” (Bon Appétit).Es verdad! You can cook Mexican food on a weeknight in under one hour. Using readily available ingredients and familiar techniques, this easy-to-use cookbook makes Mexican cuisine doable for cooks at any skill level. Tacos, taquitos, flautas, burritos, and even classic Mexican desserts like Churros and cinnamon-scented Arroz con Leche (rice pudding) are just a taste of the more than eighty straightforward recipes. With dishes for every meal of the day—plus refreshing drinks such as agua frescas and potent margaritas—Quick & Easy Mexican Cooking adds spice to any kitchen.“The book is filled with her accessible versions of recipes (made with ingredients found in supermarkets or Mexican grocery stores) collected during her youth and travels over the years. They take 30 minutes or less of active/work time with baking or cooking time additional.” —Los Angeles Daily News
French General Treasured Notions: Inspiration and Craft Projects Using Vintage Beads, Buttons, Ribbons, and Trim from Tinsel Trading Company
by Kaari MengGorgeous embellishments from the celebrated craft store inspire you to create your own projects—from a Button Charm Bracelet to an Opera Bag. French steel-cut beads, mother-of-pearl buttons, spools of vintage ribbons . . . This exquisite book showcases the decorative bits flea-market hunters dream of. Hundreds of photos reveal rare European notions from the craft community’s most beloved emporium, Tinsel Trading Company. With these vintage baubles as her inspiration, Kaari Meng shares projects that crafters can make with their own flea-market finds or with contemporary materials they have on hand: a button charm bracelet, whimsical petite prize medals, an heirloom-worthy memory book, shimmering handbags, and more. Kaari’s colorful inspiration boards lend design guidance, while her tips and resources help notion-lovers build up their stash of treasures.
Lace Knitting To Go: 25 Lovely Laces to Use for Edgings, Embellishments, and More
by Andrea TungNew and experienced knitters can try their hand at lace knitting—the style taking the yarn shops and runways by storm.Lace knitting is not just for shawls or doilies! It can be sweet or sexy, depending on how much you choose to reveal. Lace trim adds flair to your jeans, and you can use shimmering crystal beads and satin ribbons within your pattern to add glamour and sparkle to a plain sweater or dress. This fantastic book includes twenty-five hip and modern patterns perfect for incorporating into any knitted project. Along with detailed instructions on a specific lace pattern, you’ll find an easy-to-read graph for guidance and a full-color photograph of the finished project. Not just a reference for stitch patterns, Lace Knitting to Go also serves as a source of inspiration—a jumping-off point for your own creativity and exploration in the world of lace.
Death by the Glass: A Sunny Mccoskey Napa Valley Mystery (The Sunny McCoskey Napa Valley Mysteries #2)
by Nadia GordonA Napa Valley chef investigates after her new beau is accused of dishing out murder in this cozy mystery by the author of Sharpshooter.High-stakes wine fraud and murder disguised as a heart attack compel Sunny McCoskey to again toss aside her chef’s apron and don the role of sleuth. When the list of suspects includes her new lover, the celebrity chef at a posh Napa Valley eatery, the personal risks of her investigation rise dramatically. With the same eclectic crew of gourmet friends and sassy co-workers who helped her in Sharpshooter, Sunny proves that she has a nose for crime as well as for a good Cabernet Sauvignon.Praise for Death by the Glass“Jolly, high-calorie pleasure, almost as good as a trip to the scene itself.” —Chicago Tribune“Sunny’s adventures offer readers an amusing romp in the culinary underworld.” —Booklist
Rolling Away the Stone: Mary Baker Eddy's Challenge to Materialism
by Stephen Gottschalk“Gottschalk distinguishes himself by placing Christian Science in the larger context of American religion . . . sheds new light on Eddy’s life and work.” —Publishers WeeklyThis richly detailed study highlights the last two decades of the life of Mary Baker Eddy, a prominent religious thinker whose character and achievement are just beginning to be understood. It is the first book-length discussion of Eddy to make full use of the resources of the Mary Baker Eddy Collection in Boston. Rolling Away the Stone focuses on her long-reaching legacy as a Christian thinker, specifically her challenge to the materialism that threatens religious belief and practice.“Gottschalk has provided readers with a masterful account of Christian Science in its heyday. This book is a first-rate read for students of American religion and provides a look into how one of the country’s more complex religious figures dealt with materialism in the late-nineteenth-century America.” —Religious Studies Review“Gottschalk does a superb job of providing historical context for the chaotic events of Eddy’s final decades.” —Choice“Gottschalk’s account is well told and enriched by fresh material now available from the Mary Baker Eddy Library for the Betterment of Humanity.” —Christian Science Monitor“The book includes a great deal of fresh research and honest scholarship . . . for the individual wanting to sink his or her teeth into a serious study of Eddy . . . you have a lot to look forward to in reading this book.” —The Christian Science Journal
The 7 Sexes: Biology of Sex Determination
by Elof Axel CarlsonWhat makes us male or female? A geneticist explains the history of scientific research into human sexuality and reproduction.In this book, geneticist and science historian Elof Carlson tells the incredible story of the difficult quest to understand how the body forms girls and boys. Carlson’s history takes us from antiquity to the present day to detail how each component of human reproduction and sexuality was identified and studied, how this knowledge enlarged our understanding of sex determination, and how it was employed to interpret such little understood aspects of human biology as the origin of intersex births.“Reveals the various scientific advances, in both methods and understanding, that allowed researchers to identify anatomical structures, gametes, sex hormones, sex chromosomes, and ultimately, a firm comprehension of the genetics of sex. . . . This scientific story of discovery is quite fascinating.” —Barbara Baumgartner, Washington University, St. Louis
F in Exams: The Very Best Totally Wrong Test Answers (F in Exams)
by Richard BensonScore some &“instant comic relief&” from students who decided that if they were going to fail, they were going to go down in a blaze of glory—and laughs (Daily Glow). F stands for &“funny&” in this perfect book for students or anyone who has ever had to struggle through a test and needs a good laugh. Celebrating the creative side of failure in a way we can all relate to, F in Exams gathers the most hilarious and inventive test answers provided by students who, faced with a question they have no hope of getting right, decide to have a little fun instead. Whether in science (Q: What is the highest frequency noise that a human can register? A: Mariah Carey), the humanities (Q: What did Mahatma Gandhi and Genghis Khan have in common? A: Unusual names), math, or other subjects, these 250 entries prove that while everyone enjoys the spectacle of failure, it&’s even sweeter to see a FAIL turn into a WIN.
The Late Lamented (The Ed & Am Hunter Mysteries #6)
by Fredric BrownA dead man and a pile of missing money have two Chicago detectives investigating the deceased&’s daughter in this entry in the Edgar Award–winning series. Tens of thousands of dollars have disappeared from the city of Chicago&’s coffers, and the late Jason Rogers is the likely embezzler. So Rogers&’s daughter seems to be the one to interview to determine where the funds are stashed. But the nephew-and-uncle team of Ed and Ambrose Hunter is hitting a brick wall as the woman remains tight-lipped and loyal. The pair of private detectives is going to have to dig deeper if they want to balance the books of justice . . . &“[Fredric Brown is] a real pro—a natural storyteller.&” —The New York Times Book Review
If I Could Tell You Just One Thing . . .: Encounters with Remarkable People and Their Most Valuable Advice
by Richard Reed&“So many wonderful pearls of wisdom from remarkable game-changers,&” including Anthony Bourdain, Laila Ali, Olivia Colman, the Dalai Lama, and more (Richard Branson). If I Could Tell You Just One Thing . . . curates invaluable wisdom from fifty of today&’s most remarkable, diverse, and influential voices in an engaging collection of profiles. Paired with a specially commissioned pen-and-ink portrait, each essay and its illuminating nugget of life advice is gathered together and is sure to surprise, entertain, and encourage readers—and leave a lasting impression.&“The best advice from Bear Grylls to Laila Ali . . . the world&’s most extraordinary people.&” —Forbes&“Entertaining collection of pearls of wisdom . . . A fascinating new prism for understanding the powerful and the prominent.&” —The Times Literary Supplement&“Funny, entertaining and inspiring, Reed&’s book will surely motivate anyone who picks it up . . . Invaluable insights into life from an amazing collection of people.&” —The Sunday Post&“Ever wondered how the world&’s most successful people ended up doing so well in their lives? . . . If I Could Tell You Just One Thing contains a host of tips to help us lead more rewarding lives.&” —Daily Mirror&“This eclectic book is peppered with an insight into the lives of those who have contributed.&” —Daily Record
Group Conflict and Political Mobilization in Bahrain and the Arab Gulf: Rethinking the Rentier State
by Justin Gengler&“Invaluable to anyone wanting a fuller understanding of the economic, political, and religious tensions within Bahrain.&” —The Sociological Imagination The oil-producing states of the Arab Gulf are said to sink or swim on their capacity for political appeasement through economic redistribution. Yet, during the popular uprisings of the Arab Spring, in Bahrain and all across the Arab Gulf, ordinary citizens showed an unexpected enthusiasm for political protest directed against governments widely assumed to have co-opted their support with oil revenues. Justin Gengler draws on the first-ever mass political survey in Bahrain to demonstrate that neither is the state willing to offer all citizens the same bargain, nor are all citizens willing to accept it. Instead, shared social and religious identities offer a viable basis for mass political coordination. Challenging the prevailing rentier interpretation of political life in the Gulf states, Gengler offers new empirical evidence and a new conceptual framework for understanding the attitudes of ordinary citizens.
I'm Dreaming of a Green Christmas: Gifts, Decorations, and Recipes that Use Less and Mean More
by Anna GettyThe author and green living expert shares savvy tips on how to celebrate Christmas in ways that are eco-friendly and cost-conscious.Anna Getty—a chef, writer, mother, and organic living expert—helps families reduce their carbon footprint and save money while enjoying the festive traditions of Christmas. Anna advises how to best choose a tree (real or fake?), mitigate the negative effects of holiday travel, recycle post-holiday, and more. Anna also shares favorite holiday recipes for organic appetizers and homemade craft ideas such as pinecone wreaths and recycled sweater pillows. With inspiring photographs, extensive resources, and advice from the “Lazy Environmentalist” Josh Dorfman, Seventh Generation’s Jeffrey Hollender, and other leading eco-experts, families might just find that these tips help them stay green all year long—the perfect New Year’s resolution!
Ex-Centric Migrations: Europe and the Maghreb in Mediterranean Cinema, Literature, and Music
by Hakim Abderrezak“Plunges the reader into a tour de force across radically divergent artistic responses to Mediterranean migration.” —Bulletin of Francophone Postcolonial StudiesEx-Centric Migrations examines cinematic, literary, and musical representations of migrants and migratory trends in the western Mediterranean. Focusing primarily on clandestine sea-crossings, Hakim Abderrezak shows that despite labor and linguistic ties with the colonizer, migrants from the Maghreb (Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia) no longer systematically target France as a destination, but instead aspire toward other European countries, notably Spain and Italy. In addition, the author investigates other migratory patterns that entail the repatriation of émigrés. His analysis reveals that the films, novels, and songs of Mediterranean artists run contrary to mass media coverage and conservative political discourse, bringing a nuanced vision and expert analysis to the sensationalism and biased reportage of such events as the Mediterranean maritime tragedies.“Ex-Centric Migrations is crucial reading for scholars and students of contemporary Maghrebi, French, and Spanish literatures and cultures. It breaks new ground by encompassing the literature, film, and music of ‘return migration’ and examining the trajectories of Maghrebi migration outside France.” —H-France“Hakim Abderrezak convincingly illustrates how politically committed artistic practices serve to humanize the challenges of human migration, and in the process dramatically improves our understanding of the complex cultural, economic, political, and social realities that shape 21st-century existence.” —Dominic Thomas, author of Africa and France: Postcolonial Cultures, Migration, and Racism
The Dead Ringer (The Ed & Am Hunter Mysteries #2)
by Fredric Brown&“An engaging pair of detectives&” at a traveling carnival look to capture a heartless killer in this entry in the Edgar Award–winning series (The New York Times). As a band of carnies moves through the Midwest putting on shows for the rubes, it seems a killer is traveling along with them. The first victim is one of the pint-size performers, and two more tragedies soon follow. Fortunately, Ed Hunter and his uncle Ambrose are there—and they have some sleuthing experience in their recent past. So even though Ed&’s a little distracted by a fetching female, they intend to track down this midway murderer . . .
Training People: How to Bring Out the Best in Your Human
by Tess of HelenaThis guide to choosing the right human for you and getting them to behave will have you howling with laughter—and rethinking obedience training.For centuries, dogs have known that they, not humans, run the show. But not all dogs know how to get the best from their people. Finally, from the leading expert in the field comes a straightforward, easy-to-use manual that’s written for dogs by a dog. This indispensable reference provides foolproof advice on obtaining everything a dog deserves, from the best food and exercise to grooming and chauffeur services. Here are all the tools a dog needs for selecting, training, and living with a well-behaved human.
Stick Man's Really Bad Day
by Steve MockusFollow Stick Man through a disastrous day in this hilarious adventure inspired by real signs.Stick Man is that guy you see around town but don’t really know very well. Everywhere you go, there he is, crossing the street, waiting for the bus, issuing warnings about potential disasters at sea and on land, at the mall and at work. But when he’s not offering advice, what does a day in the life of Stick Man actually look like? This catastrophe-packed book uses images derived from real signs to follow a continuous narrative as Stick Man navigates the perils of a single, hilariously bad day. Everyone has had that day that just keeps getting worse, but Stick Man’s adventures show readers both what a bad day really looks like, and that in the end it’s never really quite as bad as it may seem. It’s the perfect pick-me-up for when life, or a forklift, knocks you down.
Closet Essentials: 60 Core Pieces and How to Wear Them
by Amber McNaughtWhen your style is timeless, you’re always on trend—learn how to incorporate these sixty chic classics into your wardrobe.Fashion trends may come and go, but timeless pieces can look chic in every season with the right kind of style. Closet Essentials reveals the secrets of styling sixty of these wardrobe essentials—from the Breton striped top to the little black dress, bomber jacket, jeans, ballet flats, and more—into endless outfits, perfect for any event. With five different ways to style each item and advice for casual, work, vacation, evening, and special occasions, plus fashion illustrations that make each style easy to replicate, this is a must-have guide for every woman, from the sophisticated fashionista to the fashion-challenged and everyone in between.
Religious Intimacies: Intersubjectivity in the Modern Christian West
by Mary Dunn and Brenna MooreAn essay collection that demonstrates how emotional ties and intimate affiliations remain critical to the dimensions of modern Christianity.Scholars of religion have come a long way since William James famously made of religion a matter between man and his maker. For decades now, they have been attentive to the ways in which religion takes shape as the product of broad social forces, focusing on the dynamics of power and culture as heuristics for understanding religious phenomena and experience.What, however, might they be missing by moving too quickly from one interpretative extreme to the other—and what might we learn about religion by staying in the interstitial space between the individual in her solitude and society as a whole?Religious Intimacies, edited by Mary Dunn and Brenna Moore, brings together nine scholars of modern Christianity to probe this in-between space. In essays that range from treatments of Jesuit-indigenous relations in early modern Canada to the erotics of contemporary black theology, each contributor makes the case for the study of the presence and power of affective ties and relational dynamics between friends, lovers, and intimate others (even things) as vital to the understanding of religion.“These thoughtful and probing essays convincingly show that ties built upon affect, family, and shared convictions have continued to inform lived religious experience in modern times and shape western Christianity in significant, sometimes surprising ways.” —Jodi Bilinkoff, University of North Carolina at Greensboro“A rich collection of essays that use intimate relationships to chart a course between ‘solitude and society.’” —Tamsin Jones, Trinity College
Extinct Languages
by Johannes FriedrichA noted linguist examines extinct languages, from Egyptian hieroglyphs to the mysteries of as-yet undeciphered writings, in this scholarly work. While certain ancient languages were passed down continuously through the ages, many others were ignored for centuries. When scholars began to decipher these extinct languages in the early nineteenth century, they uncovered previously inaccessible riches of knowledge and history. Yet much work remains to be done on undeciphered scripts that continue to tantalize and perplex us today. In Extinct Languages, linguist Johannes Friedrich guides readers through the fascinating world of recovered systems of writing, including Egyptian and Hittite hieroglyphs, Babylonian cuneiform, and others. He also explains the methodology and principles behind the deciphering process that will one day crack ancient mysteries such as the Indus Valley script.
Philanthropy in the World's Traditions (Philanthropic and Nonprofit Studies)
by Warren F. Ilchman Stanley N. Katz Edward L. Queen IIA study of global giving. “The provocative information challenges the assumptions that philanthropy is a primarily Western or Christian tradition.” —ChoiceThis book is an investigation of how cultures outside the Western tradition understand philanthropy and how people in these cultures attempt to realize “the good” through giving and serving. These essays study philanthropy in Buddhist, Islamic, Hindu, Jewish, and Native American religious traditions and in cultures from Latin America, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.Contributors include Steven Feierman, John A. Grim, Leona Anderson, Ananda W. P. Guruge, G. D. Bond, Leslie S. Kawamura, Said Amir Arjomand, Joanna F. Handlin Smith, Mary Evelyn Tucker, Derek J. Penslar, Amanda Porterfield, Miroslav Ružica, Mark Juergensmeyer, Darrin M. McMahon, Gregory C. Kozlowski, Adele Lindenmeyr, Vivienne Shue, Andrés A. Thompson, Leilah Landim.“The cross-cultural understandings this book provides can do much to help us determine the distinctive shape and form American religious philanthropy might take in the future.” —Christian Century
Ultimate Book of Trivia: The Essential Collection of over 1,000 Curious Facts to Impress Your Friends and Expand Your Mind
by Scott McNeelyHave fun quizzing your friends—or yourself—with this puzzling collection of over one thousand trivia facts.Did you know that cats can be left-handed? Trivia fans will be eager to dive into this book for an edifying and entertaining tour of all the things they didn’t know that they didn’t know. There is something here for everyone and every occasion, with topics including Space and Science, Being Human, Sports, Music, Food and Drink, and Famous Inventions. It’s full of conversation starters, from Herbert Hoover’s pet alligators to the longest recorded bout of hiccups (it lasted for 68 years). Brimming with surprising facts, this comprehensive collection of trivia is sure to puzzle and delight.