Download or read book My Ideal Bookshelf written by Thessaly La Force and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2012-11-13 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The books that we choose to keep -- let alone read -- can say a lot about who we are and how we see ourselves. In My Ideal Bookshelf, dozens of leading cultural figures share the books that matter to them most; books that define their dreams and ambitions and in many cases helped them find their way in the world. Contributors include Malcolm Gladwell, Thomas Keller, Michael Chabon, Alice Waters, James Patterson, Maira Kalman, Judd Apatow, Chuck Klosterman, Miranda July, Alex Ross, Nancy Pearl, David Chang, Patti Smith, Jennifer Egan, and Dave Eggers, among many others. With colorful and endearingly hand-rendered images of book spines by Jane Mount, and first-person commentary from all the contributors, this is a perfect gift for avid readers, writers, and all who have known the influence of a great book.
Download or read book Plates and Mugs written by Wendy Blaxland and published by Marshall Cavendish. This book was released on 2009 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered where plates and mugs come from? How they have developed over time? What they are made from? How are They Made? Each book in the How Are They Made? Series looks at the production of an everyday items, from raw materials to finished item. Each book also explores: the history of the item packaging, marketing, advertising and distribution small-and large scale manufacture and the environmental impacts of the manufacturing process. Special text and visual text features include: simple, easy-to-follow flow charts showing production stages a timeline exploring the development of the item over time a world map showing where the raw materials are sourced, and where the item is produced ôGuess What!ö and ôQuestion & Answerö fun fact boxes. Guess What! There is no need to throw away chipped and cracked mugs and plates. Recycle them as pen and plant containers and fish homes in fish tanks. Make ceramic fragments into jewelry. Book jacket.
Download or read book Tiki Mugs written by Jay Strongman and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book of Polynesian inspired mugs, designed to look like tiki figurines, includes a wide variety of ceramics, from vintage mid-century modern designs to the collector mugs of today. It features all the major manufacturers - Tiki Farm, Muntiki, Porcelanas Pavon, Gecko'z South Sea Arts and more - and the top artists, including Shag, Bosko, Crazy Al, Ocea Otica and Tiki Diablo.
Download or read book Never Miss written by Melissa Koslin and published by Revell. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Former CIA sniper Kadance Tolle possesses a special set of skills and a rare pedigree. She comes from a family of assassins, and by saving Lyndon Vaile's life she risks being found by them. Despite the danger, Kadance feels compelled to help Lyndon discover who is after him--and his research that seems to prove that the Ebola virus was manmade and is about to be weaponized. With shadowy figures pursuing them and a Mastermind watching their every move, Kadance and Lyndon must scramble to stop an impending bioattack at the State of the Union address. But their warnings fall on deaf ears, and it becomes increasingly clear that there's no one they can trust--except perhaps each other. Strap in for a breakneck story that will have you up all night, hurtling toward the last page as the clock ticks and time runs out.
Download or read book Pug Mugs written by Willow Creek Press and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hidden beneath the big eyes and innocent-looking face often lurks a pug who has waddled to the wrong side of the tracks. Petty theft, bribery, fraud, vandalism, even lewd and lascivious behavior are well documented in the mug shots of these pugs caught in the act of their pernicious crimes.
Download or read book Design Is a Job written by Mike Monteiro and published by Book Apart. This book was released on 2022-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take care of yourself as a working designer and use design as a tool for good.
Download or read book Bibliophile Diverse Spines written by Jane Mount and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2021-10-18 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's time to diversify your reading list. This richly illustrated and vastly inclusive collection uplifts the works of authors who are often underrepresented in the literary world. Using their keen knowledge and deep love for all things literary, coauthors Jamise Harper (founder of the Diverse Spines book community) and Jane Mount (author of Bibliophile) collaborated to create an essential volume filled with treasures for every reader: • Dozens of themed illustrated book stacks—like Classics, Contemporary Fiction, Mysteries, Cookbooks, and more—all with an emphasis on authors of color and own voices • A look inside beloved bookstores owned by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color • Reading recommendations from leading BIPOC literary influencers Diversify your reading list to expand your world and shift your perspective. Kickstart your next literary adventure now! EASY TO GIFT: This portable guide is packed with more than 150 colorful illustrations is a perfect gift for any booklover. The textured paper cover, gold foil, and ribbon marker make this book a special gift or self-purchase. DISCOVER UNSUNG LITERARY HEROES: The authors dive deep into a wide variety of genres, such as Contemporary Fiction, Classics, Young Adult, Sci-Fi, and more to bring the works of authors of color to the fore. ENDLESS READING INSPIRATION: Themed book stacks and reading suggestions from luminaries of the literary world provide curated book recommendations. Your to-read list will thank you. Perfect for: bookish people; literary lovers; book club members; Mother's Day shoppers; stocking stuffers; followers of #DiverseSpines; Jane Mount and Ideal Bookshelf fans; Reese's Book Club and Oprah's Book Club followers; people who use Goodreads.com; readers wanting to expand/decolonize their book collections; people interested in uplifting BIPOC voices; antiracist activists and educators; grads and students; librarians and library patrons wanting to expand/decolonize their book collections; people interested in uplifting BIPOC voices; antiracist activists and educators; grads and students; librarians and library patrons
Download or read book Yappy Hour written by Diana Orgain and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2015-11-03 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A rollicking start to a new cozy series featuring a loveable heroine and a colorful band of dog lovers who gather regularly with their pets at their local watering hole
Download or read book Mug Meals written by Leslie Bilderback and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2015-09 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make a meal in a mug!
Download or read book The Book of Tiki written by Sven A. Kirsten and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: South Sea Dreams around the cocktail bar - on the trail of the forgotten Tiki cult of the Fifties. One of the most bizarre chapters of American Pop Culture awaits rediscovery.
Download or read book I m Rising written by Michelle G Stradford and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-07 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take back your Power, your Glorious and Rise! "I'm Rising: Determined. Confident. Powerful." takes the reader on an emotive journey of empowerment through life's countless triumphs and tribulations. Above all else, it inspires one to tap into their infinite potential so they can overcome any obstacle that appears on their unique path. Through heartfelt storytelling, alliterative diction, and soul-awakening themes, this empathic poetess instills each reader with an unwavering sense of perseverance, courage, and compassion. This uplifting book is more than a mere collection of poetic musings, it serves as a powerful tool of self-love and personal transformation that belongs on every fierce soul's bookshelf--or better yet, on their nightstand for their daily dose of inspiration each time they rise. The collection offers poems for women and men urging us to stretch and grow to our fullest potential. The empowering prose offers encouraging words with a call to action to harness our self-confidence to achieve the goals we were destined to shatter. Whether in search of a connection, shared experiences, healing thoughts or encouragement, this self-help collection offers ready salves to our daily life experiences. I'm Rising is organized into three chapters entitled Evolving, Resilience, and Rising to aid in finding those special words meant for us.
Download or read book Pattern Glass Mugs written by John B. Mordock and published by Antique Publishers. This book was released on 1995 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Not just a great mug book, but an excellent reference for all glass identification. Here are hundreds of patterns shown in beautiful color, many not found in other guides. This book is well organized by pattern theme (e.g. Plants, Diamonds, Historic, Beads, etc.), making it easier to find patterns when you aren't sure of the name. In addition to the color pages, there are many sharp black and white pictures and catalog reprints. Mordock and Adams' work reflects the latest research on pattern names and company attributions. Some art-glass mugs and more contemporary items are also included. Pattern Glass Mugs is well indexed, with 1995 price estimates included with the descriptions.
Download or read book Mug Cakes written by Leslie Bilderback and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2013-08-06 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make speedy, delicious sweet treats in your microwave! Learn to make a quick, tiny batter to mix in a mug for a personal serving size that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Download or read book The Absolute Best Mug Cakes Cookbook written by Rockridge Press and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2015-03-02 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Baking Has Never Been This Easy Discover how simple it is to bake amazingly tasty cake from scratch. All you need is a mug, a microwave, and a few basic ingredients, and you'll be feasting on a delicious homemade cake in minutes. Whether you're craving the classics, seasonal flavors, holiday-themed treats, bottomless chocolate, or fresh fruit galore, The Absolute Best Mug Cakes Cookbook ensures that everyone in your household will get exactly what they want. Bake your way through a wide range of satisfying and easy-to-prepare treats with: 100+ irresistible mug cake recipes, including Salted Caramel, Cinnamon Roll, Mexican Chocolate, and Confetti Dozens of options for gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, paleo and vegan diets so that no one will miss out on the fun Troubleshooting tips to ensure immediate mug cake success Inventive ideas for mug cake activities, gifts, and parties A creative guide to developing your own mug cake recipes
Download or read book The Perfect Mug That Was Never Used written by Arwa Khadr ElBoraei and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2024-03-28 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Perfect Mug That Was Never Used!" is a heartwarming story that beautifully captures the journey of a mug created with love and innovation, from its initial excitement to the realization of inner strength. The narrative skillfully portrays the mug's experiences, from the joy of being chosen by a family to its disappointment at being excluded from social life to hopes of new life. The story's vivid imagery and sensory details immerse the reader in the mug's world, from its careful packaging and transport to its interactions with family members. The mug's portrayal as a piece of art, admired by children and adults, adds depth to its character and emphasizes its uniqueness. Through the mug's perspective, the story explores themes of belonging, resilience, and the impact of appearance on one's experiences. The mug's longing to be included in the family's celebrations and its eventual realization of its worth despite its flaws resonate with readers on a profound level. Overall, "The Perfect Mug That Was Never Used!" is a poignant tale reminding us of the importance of acceptance, inclusion, kindness, and beauty in life's simple moments. It encourages readers to cherish and embrace their uniqueness while fostering empathy and understanding for those who feel left out or excluded. The book includes reflection questions designed for individual or group discussions. The questions encourage readers to analyze the uniqueness of the perfect mug and prompt critical thinking about the qualities that set it apart from others. By inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences of engagement with others, the questions promote self-awareness and empathy. They encourage readers to consider how factors such as race, religion, or physical ability may influence relationships and interactions. The questions foster personal connection with the story's themes by inviting readers to share their own experiences of exclusion. The questions consider proactive responses to exclusion and promotes empathy. It prompts reflection on ways to support oneself and others in moments of loneliness or isolation.
Download or read book 5 Minute Mug Cakes written by Jennifer Lee and published by . This book was released on 2014-09 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides recipes for nearly one hundred mug cakes that can be cooked in under five minutes, including breakfast cakes, fruity cakes, two hundred calories or less cakes, and gluten-free cakes.
Download or read book The Connoisseur written by and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
