A clever pocket-sized dictionary that celebrates running with hilarious definitions and witty illustrations of terms that runners know and love. Here is a clever, tongue-in-cheek “dictionary” that’s perfect for any runner. The Running Dictionary is filled with hilarious definitions for hundreds of running terms, plus dozens of witty illustrations. Terms range from race lingo, gear, and human anatomy to the insider jargon that all runners know and speak fluently, from “active recovery” to “zone running.” With equal parts quirky humor and charming giftability, it’s a delightful book for every running obsessive.

Create unforgettable drinks with the confidence of a pro with this masterclass in cocktail mixology and culture. Written by the creator of the wildly popular @theeducatedbarfly, Home Bartending Mastery doesn’t just teach you how to mix—it teaches you how to think like a bartender. This authoritative guide covers: Home mixology essentials: tools, techniques, and ingredients The six cornerstone cocktails : the Sling, the Manhattan, the Martini, the Negroni, the Sour, and the Highball, covering the classic recipe, fascinating history, and step-by-step instructions for each Creative modern riffs crafted by top bartenders Original creations from the author’s own repertoire But this isn’t just a recipe book. It’s a deep dive into cocktail culture . Discover the stories behind today’s modern classics, from the bartenders who invented them to the bars where they became legends. Whether you’re a cocktail novice or a seasoned enthusiast, Home Bartending Mastery will ignite your passion for great drinks and inspire you to shake, stir, and sip like never before. Your home bar is about to get a serious upgrade. Cheers!

Say hello to farm animals in a book that’s indestructible! Who munches the grass? Hungry cows! Who rolls in the mud? Playful pigs! Who greets the day? Crowing roosters! Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents, Indestructibles are built for the way babies “read” (i.e., with their hands and mouths) and are: Rip Proof—made of ultra-durable tight-woven material Waterproof—can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed! Emergent Literacy Tool—bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading Portable—lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel Safe for Baby—meets ASTM safety standards

“This comprehensive work covers the gamut of techniques… will take students from beginner to expert.” —The English Garden This definitive guide is the most thorough how-to available on every major technique of botanical artistry. The experts at the American Society of Botanical Artists offer step-by-step projects that move from introductory to advanced—so any level of artist can build on acquired skills. Helpful tutorials cover watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, vellum, egg tempera, oils, pen and ink, and printmaking. Filled with more than 900 photographs and stunning examples of finished art by the best contemporary botanical artists, Botanical Art Techniques is the authoritative manual on this exquisite art form.

From the bestselling author of Room and The Wonder, this novel is based on the true story of two girls who fall secretly, deeply, and dangerously in love at boarding school in 19th century York. “A wrenching love story.” —Chris Bohjalian, The Washington Post Drawing on years of investigation and Anne Lister’s five-million-word secret journal, Learned by Heart is the long-buried love story of Eliza Raine, an orphan heiress banished from India to England at age six, and Anne Lister, a brilliant, troublesome tomboy, who meet at the Manor School for young ladies in York in 1805 when they are both fourteen. Emotionally intense, psychologically compelling, and deeply researched, Learned by Heart is an extraordinary work of fiction by one of the world’s greatest storytellers. Full of passion and heartbreak, the tangled lives of Anne Lister and Eliza Raine form a love story for the ages.

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Sharpen your swords, ditch your friends, and escape to freedom in Selfish: Dungeon Edition, a treacherous challenge from Ridley’s Games! You and your fellow heroes must escape the deadly lair of the Dungeon Lord. In the pitch-black dungeon, your torch’s dying flame is all that stands between you and total darkness. There are three ways out of this place, but only one of them will grant you freedom without cost. And only the first person to find their way out will survive. This devious strategy game is a race through dangerous passages battling against spiders, minions, hangry dragons, and, worst of all, each other! Attempt to reach safety while keeping your torch lit, wreaking havoc on your companions’ plans, and trying not to join the dreaded Skull Legion along the way. Made for fans of fantasy, strategy, and sabotage and anyone who loves the thrill of the chase. It's suitable for ages 8+, 2–5 players, and has an average 20-minute gameplay. How to Play: Choose your hero and put the three exits in place—seven tantalizing moves away from your starting position. Each player gets a hand of Light and Action cards to use as their first line of survival. Decide who will play first; the oldest player would be a good choice since they have less time to live anyway! On your turn, use the cards in your hand to defend, steal, and sabotage as you move through the dark dungeon passageways. You will need to overcome challenges, escape traps, and battle monsters to reach safety. And at any moment, you may be called on to face fate at the roll of the die. If you run out of light, you join the Skull Legion, intent on not allowing anyone to make it out alive. Unless, of course, they can grant you a second life … Only the first to escape will survive, so you must be prepared to leave your companions behind. Just remember: there are three exits, but only one way out. Who's It For: Ideal for fans of fantasy, strategy, and sabotage and anyone who loves the thrill of the chase. What's Inside: 5 Hero cards, 78 Game cards, 34 Dungeon cards, 6 Skull Legion cards, 5 Reference cards, 3 Exit cards, Path Guide, wooden die, and English instructions.

All aboard the Alphatrain, now a durable, oversized, 26-piece, 50-inch floor puzzle! Packaged in an adorable box with a rope handle, this sturdy puzzle is perfect for little hands. From the alligator conductor in the engine to the zebra catching some ZZZs in the caboose, this colorful puzzle will teach fine motor skills, letters, and animals on its way down the tracks! Look closely for some fun look-and-find items in every train car! A perfect gift for any toddler learning the ABCs as well helping their little figures improve dexterity.

It’s time to change the way we see babies. Drawing on principles developed by the educator Dr Maria Montessori, The Montessori Baby shows how to raise your baby from birth to age one with love, respect, insight, and a surprising sense of calm. Cowritten by Simone Davies, author of the bestselling The Montessori Toddler, and Junnifa Uzodike, it’s a book filled with hundreds of practical ideas for understanding what is actually happening with your baby, and how you can mindfully assist in their learning and development. Including how to: Prepare yourself for parenthood –physically; emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually. Become an active observer to understand what your baby is really telling you. Create Montessori spaces in your home, including “yes” spaces where nothing is off-limits. Set up activities that encourage baby’s movement and language development at their own pace Raise a secure baby who’s ready to explore the world with confidence.

Move over, Moneyball―this New York Times bestseller examines major league baseball's next cutting-edge revolution: the high-tech quest to build better players. "A convincing, and faith-restoring, case that genuine, unadulterated miracles can happen in baseball."―Washington Post As bestselling authors Ben Lindbergh and Travis Sawchik reveal in the New York Times–bestselling The MVP Machine, the Moneyball era is over. Over twenty years after Michael Lewis brought the Oakland Athletics’ groundbreaking team-building strategies to light, every front office takes a data-driven approach to evaluating players. But instead of out-drafting, out-signing, and out-trading their rivals, baseball’s best minds have turned to out-developing opponents, gaining greater edges than ever by perfecting prospects and eking extra runs out of older athletes who were once written off. From the latest trends in player development to the fallout from baseball’s sign-stealing scandal, Lindbergh and Sawchik take us inside the transformation of baseball, teaching, and talent. The MVP Machine not only charts the future of a sport but also offers a lesson that goes beyond baseball. Success stems not from focusing on finished products, but from making the most of untapped potential.

After the murder of her best friend, a librarian’s search for answers leads back to her own dark secrets in this "searing and timely" novel about a woman transformed by war, family, vengeance, and love, from the author of the beloved bestseller The Life We Bury (Kristin Harmel, author of The Paris Daughter). Hana Babic is a quiet, middle-aged librarian in Minnesota who wants nothing more than to be left alone. But when a detective arrives with the news that her best friend has been murdered, Hana knows that something evil has come for her, a dark remnant of the past she and her friend had shared. Thirty years before, Hana was someone else: Nura Divjak, a teenager growing up in the mountains of war-torn Bosnia—until Serbian soldiers arrived to slaughter her entire family before her eyes. The events of that day thrust Nura into the war, leading her to join a band of militia fighters, where she became not only a fierce warrior but a legend—the deadly Night Mora. But a shattering final act forced Nura to flee to the United States with a bounty on her head. Now, someone is hunting Hana, and her friend has paid the price, leaving her eight-year-old grandson in Hana’s care. To protect the child without revealing her secret, Hana must again become the Night Mora—and hope she can find the killer before the past comes for them, too. "Fans of Kristin Hannah’s The Nightingale or Kate Quinn’s books will be caught up in this story of a courageous woman."―Library Journal (starred review) "Exquisitely written, profoundly affecting, and undoubtedly one of the best books I will read this year.”―Louise Fein, author of The London Bookshop Affair

Recognizing that women face specific, and different, challenges in their careers, business guru Goldsmith ("What Got You Here Won't Get You There") collaborated with women's leadership expert Helgesen on this invaluable handbook for women trying to take the next step in their careers.

One delicious dish, prepared with care and eaten with pleasure is - more often than not - exactly what we want. No one understands this more than David Tanis, whose new book includes one hundred easy-to-love recipes.

Make toe-tapping tunes and rhythms that resonate with this House of Novelties Harmonica from Ridley’s Games! Tuned to the key of C, this metal harmonica is perfect for creating that classic bluesy sound. And with simple instructions and tune sheet included, you’ve got all you need to score the soundtrack to your life!   This harmonica is designed to be suitable for all levels of players, so whether you’re making music for the first time or you’re a master maestro, there’s fun to be had for everyone ages 8 and up.

Honoring the lineage of ikebana while making the art their own, Amanda Luu and Ivanka Matsuba of Studio Mondine show us new ways to tell stories with flowers in this beautiful guidebook. "A modern take on a centuries-old art that's breathtakingly simple." - Booklist , starred review At its heart, the Japanese art of ikebana is about celebrating an intimate connection with nature. To practice ikebana is to find inspiration in the seasons, favor unassuming blooms and branches, seek balance and simplicity, and remain fully present in the moment. It is a beautiful, pure antidote to our age of distraction and excess. Amanda Luu and Ivanka Matsuba offer step-by-step instructions for dozens of stunning, seasonal arrangements, while in the process introducing readers to the themes and stylistic signatures of the art. In Studio Mondine's hands, this centuries-old practice feels undeniably fresh-and readers are given the gift of learning to create unique, meaningful, and authentic arrangements. Named a Best Interior Design Book of 2020 by Food52

Find a friend who’s up for the challenge, and let the tournament commence with this House of Novelties Draughts set from Ridley’s Games! Use logic, strategy, and ingenuity to capture your opponent’s pieces while defending your own to win. When you’re done, simply pack the 30 wooden pieces and instructions inside the folding board until you’re ready to play again. The key to mastering the family-favorite game of draughts is practice. So, whether you’re making your very first move across the board or you’ve become accustomed to your pieces being crowned, with this portable wooden set, you can take the fun with you wherever you go. Inside the suitcase-style folding wooden game board are 15 red pieces, 15 blue pieces, and instructions. The game board measures 10.8 x 10 in / 275 x 256 mm, and the outer box is 5.6 x 11.4 in / 144 x 291 mm when closed, making it the ideal size to tuck under your arm for a game at the park, your favorite cafe, or by the fireside.

“An antidote to the veneer of perfectionism so often presented by books of its kind, Wabi-Sabi Welcome offers readers license to slow down and host guests with humility, intention, and contentment.” —Nathan Williams, founder of Kinfolk Wabi-Sabi Welcome is sharing a pot of tea with friends. It is preparing delicious food to nourish, not to show off. It’s keeping a basket of cozy slippers at the door for guests. It is well-worn linens, bouquets of foraged branches, mismatched silverware, and heirloom bowls infused with the spirit of meals served with love. In this lush entertaining manual, author Julie Pointer Adams invites readers into artful, easygoing homes around the world—in Denmark, California, France, Italy, and Japan—and teaches us how to turn the generous act of getting together into the deeper art of being together. In this book, readers will find: unexpected, thoughtful ideas and recipes from around the world; tips for creating an intimate, welcoming environment; guidelines for choosing enduring, natural decor for the home; and inspiring photographs from homes where wabi-sabi is woven into daily living.

Observe your world through the pages of a sketchbook and find art in the everyday moments of ordinary life. How would life change if, whenever you found a free moment, you reached for a sketchbook instead of your phone? Make (Sneaky) Art is not just a guide to drawing on location; it is a way to actively engage with our world and reclaim our attention spans. After moving to the United States, author Nishant Jain began carrying a sketchbook to better understand his new world and learn to draw. Hesitant to do “this silly thing” in public, he developed a practice of sneaky art—making quick, secret sketches from observation inside a small sketchbook. Make (Sneaky) Art is the culmination of this journey of self-education—to become an artist and a more mindful observer of the world. In this book, you will find: Techniques to draw your environment: Learn to draw as a way to be present in your world, free from the distractions of devices and notifications. Ideas to overcome your imposter syndrome: Let go of the baggage that prevents you from following your creative instincts. Tips to sustain a lifelong sketchbook habit: Integrate sketching into your daily routine, wherever it takes you. Today is the day to begin the visual journal of your life.

A New York Times bestseller, turn to the hidden curiosities of food, which becomes a gateway to fascinating stories about human history, science, art, and tradition—all organized by country, lavishly illustrated, and full of surprises. Created by the ever-curious minds behind Atlas Obscura, this breathtaking guide transforms our sense of what people around the world eat and drink. Covering all seven continents, Gastro Obscura serves up a loaded plate of incredible ingredients, food adventures, and edible wonders. Ready for a beer made from fog in Chile? Sardinia’s “Threads of God” pasta? Egypt’s 2000-year-old egg ovens? But far more than a menu of curious minds delicacies and unexpected dishes, Gastro Obscura reveals food’s central place in our lives as well as our bellies, touching on history–trace the network of ancient Roman fish sauce factories. History—trace the network of ancient Roman fish sauce factories. Culture—picture four million women gathering to make rice pudding. Travel—scale China’s sacred Mount Hua to reach a tea house. Festivals—feed wild macaques pyramid of fruit at Thailand’s Monkey Buffet Festival. And hidden gems that might be right around the corner, like the vending machine in Texas dispensing full sized pecan pies. “Like a great tapas meal, Gastro Obscura is deep yet snackable, and full of surprises. This is the book for anyone interested in eating, adventure and the human condition.” —Tom Colicchio, chef and activist “This exquisite guide kept me at the breakfast table until dinner time.” —Kyle Maclachlan, actor and vintner

"This searing, raw, and honest account offers a window to those who want to empathize, and a mirror for those of us who may find ourselves in her shoes." ― April Henry, New York Times bestselling author of Girl, Stolen This searing graphic memoir portrays the impact of gun violence through a fresh lens with urgency, humanity, and a very personal hope. Kindra Neely never expected it to happen to her. No one does. Sure, she’d sometimes been close to gun violence, like when the house down the street from her childhood home in Texas was targeted in a drive-by shooting. But now she lived in Oregon, where she spent her time swimming in rivers with friends or attending classes at the bucolic Umpqua Community College. And then, one day, it happend: a mass shooting shattered her college campus. Over the span of a few minutes, on October 1, 2015, eight students and a professor lost their lives. And suddenly, Kindra became a survivor. This empathetic and ultimately hopeful graphic memoir recounts Kindra’s journey forward from those few minutes that changed everything. It wasn’t easy. Every time Kindra took a step toward peace and wholeness, a new mass shooting devastated her again. Las Vegas. Parkland. She was hopeless at times, feeling as if no one was listening. Not even at the worldwide demonstration March for Our Lives. But finally, Kindra learned that—for her—the path toward hope wound through art, helping others, and sharing her story.