Download or read book Peculiar Questions and Practical Answers written by New York Public Library and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New York Public Library staff answers questions remarkable and preposterous, with illustrations by Barry Blitt. Have you’ve ever wondered if you can keep an octopus in a private home? Do you spend your time thinking about how much Napoleon’s brain weighed? If so, Peculiar Questions and Practical Answers is the book for you. The New York Public Library has been fielding questions like these ever since it was founded in 1895. Of course, some of the questions have left the librarians scratching their heads... “In what occupations may one be barefooted?” “What time does a bluebird sing?” “What does it mean when you’re being chased by an elephant?” “What kind of apple did Eve eat?” “How many neurotic people are there in the U.S.?” In Peculiar Questions and Practical Answers, the staff of the NYPL has dug through the archives to find thoughtful and often witty answers to over one hundred of the oddest, funniest, and most whimsical questions the library has received since it began record-keeping over seventy-five years ago. One of The New Yorker’s best-known and beloved illustrators, Barry Blitt, has created watercolors that bring many of the questions hilariously to life in a book that answers, among others, the question “Does anyone have a copyright on the Bible?”
Download or read book Whimsy s Heavy Things written by Julie Kraulis and published by Tundra Books. This book was released on 2013-09-24 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whimsy's heavy things are weighing her down. She tries to sweep them under the rug, but she trips over them. She tries to put them in a tree, but they fall on her. She even tries to sail them out to sea, but they always come back. Eventually Whimsy decides to deal with the heavy things one at a time... and a surprising thing happens. With exquisite illustrations and delightfully simple text, Whimsy's Heavy Things is a sweet story about changing the things that weigh us down into the things that lift us up.
Download or read book Desire of Whimsy written by Charletta Barksdale and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-10-16 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Serenity is a young woman living alone in Edinburgh, Scotland, and working as a nurse in the coma ward of a hospital. She has been dreaming of a mysterious man-and since she can interpret and control her dreams, her gifts make her dreams that much more intense. During her day job, she focuses on her favorite patient, Mr. Thomas, who has been in a coma for five years. Trance lives in a world that allows him to control the emotions and thoughts of others while they are sleeping, a task he accomplishes under the watchful eye on his recruiter, Impedes. Unaware that he is actually in a coma, he is stuck between two worlds, unable to determine which is real. But when he meets Serenity in her dreams, those worlds collide, sending both of them on a path of loss and love. In this novella, a young nurse and a man in a coma meet in their dreams and soon discover there is more to the world than they ever imagined.
Download or read book Alice Waters and the Trip to Delicious written by Jacqueline Briggs Martin and published by Lerner Publishing Group. This book was released on 2018-01-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Come along with Chef Alice Waters on a wonderful trip to Delicious! She learned as a child, and wants all children to share with her, the joy of tasting real food that begins not in the kitchen, but in the fields with good soil and caring farmers. This lively presentation hronicles Alices passion, from her childhood to her travels to France, and back home to establish the landmark restaurant Chez Panisse and the Edible Schoolyard project. With an Afterword read by Alice Waters that offers children tips on how to enjoy good food, and a Note read by the author, this is a delightful and inspiring journey for kids of all ages!
Download or read book Racing Savannah written by Miranda Kenneally and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2013-12-03 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They're from two different worlds. He lives in the estate house, and she spends most of her time in the stables helping her father train horses. In fact, Savannah has always been much more comfortable around horses than boys. Especially boys like Jack Goodwin—cocky, popular and completely out of her league. She knows the rules: no mixing between the staff and the Goodwin family. But Jack has no such boundaries. With her dream of becoming a jockey, Savannah isn't exactly one to follow the rules either. She's not going to let someone tell her a girl isn't tough enough to race. Sure, it's dangerous. Then again, so is dating Jack.. Praise for Miranda Kenneally: "Kenneally's books have quickly become must-reads."—VOYA "Fresh, fearless, and totally romantic."—Sarah Ockler, bestselling author of Twenty Boy Summer and Bittersweet on Stealing Parker
Download or read book Mystic Magic Word Search Large Print Puzzles written by Barefoot Brains Publishing and published by Barefoot Brains Publishing. This book was released on 2024-03-22 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 100 Large Print Word Search Puzzles about Magic, Mysticism, Witchcraft, Fantasy & Folklore Do you love all things Magic? Do you enjoy Word Search? Then you'll love this puzzle book full of spells, witchy words, wizarding wonders, and more. ♥ 2000 Words about magic, mysticism, folklore, fantasy, witches, and wizards ♥ Many hours of relaxation ♥ Full-sized book ♥ Large font to relieve eye strain and make word finding easier ♥ Great gift for adults of any age ♥ Solutions at the back of the book
Download or read book The Everything Giant Book of Word Searches Volume VII written by Charles Timmerman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-10-18 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An all-new colossal collection of crowd-pleasing puzzles! Whether you're a pencil puzzler, word search enthusiast, or just looking for a fun and engaging way to spend some time, you'll be delighted by The Everything Giant Book of Word Searches, Volume VII. The latest collection from puzzle master Charles Timmerman is packed with more than 300 brand-new word search puzzles featuring fun and engaging themes such as literature, popular culture, nature, history, and geography. Inside you'll find puzzles like: On a date Raising children Trip to a museum In the mail Mysterious things Auto parts store Found in the fridge Winning words I love cheesecake Comet names In the shed Edible ingredients Plus, word search puzzle are good for you! Word puzzles help improve memory, vocabulary, and problem-solving skills and give you a great mental workout. This giant collection is the perfect companion for word search fans who can't get enough of these fun and engaging puzzles.
Download or read book The Duchess of Whimsy written by Randall de Sève and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-10-29 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The great New Yorker artist Peter de Seve teams up with the author of bestselling Toy Boat in a slightly outrageous fairy tale. The Duchess of Whimsy is fancy and fussy—and definitely not ordinary—surrounding herself with wild friends, fabulous foods, and fancy dress. The Earl of Norm (ho hum) is completely ordinary, but he adores the Duchess. She ignores him, until the chef gets sick, and her friends have to make a super supper—which includes tracking down truffles, spinning sugar stars, and looking for quail eggs. But the Earl is hungry! He sneaks off to an ordinary grilled cheese sandwich—and suddenly takes the Duchess’s eye. Maybe there’s something to simplicity after all. Maybe there’s something to the Earl after all . . . This deliciously told and illustrated love story by the remarkable de Sèves shows how utterly charming and extraordinary a picture book can be.
Download or read book The Everything Giant Book of Word Searches Volume 11 written by Charles Timmerman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-05-06 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A supersized puzzle book for big word search fans! If you're an avid word searcher who finishes the average puzzle book in no time, you'll be delighted by The Everything Giant Book of Word Searches, Volume 11. The latest collection from puzzlemaster Charles Timmerman is packed with more than 300 brand-new easy to challenging puzzles. Each puzzle has a fun and engaging theme, including literature, popular culture, nature, history, and geography. No matter what your ability level, these word puzzles will help you improve memory, vocabulary, and problem-solving skills. With this huge collection, you'll always find the perfect puzzle to suit your mood!
Download or read book The Everything Giant Book of Word Searches Volume VI written by Charles Timmerman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-05-18 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of all-new word searches from puzzlemaster Charles Timmerman! If you love word searches, get ready for hours of fun with the latest collection of Everything word searches. Packed with more than 300 brand-new word search puzzles, The Everything Giant Book of Word Searches, Volume VI features fun and engaging puzzles, with themes including: The world of literature: classic books, favorite characters, and the latest blockbuster novels. Celebrity culture: movie stars, reality shows, and Hollywood gossip. The animal kingdom: from wild beasts to pets and companions. U.S. and world history: the events and people who shape our world. The places we love: beaches, mountains, big cities, and small towns. Perfect for long flights, lazy Sundays, or anytime in between, use these puzzles to improve your memory and vocabulary without sacrificing the fun! This colossal book is a must-have for every word search and puzzle fan.
Download or read book The Bookshop of Possibilities written by Andrea J Severson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-08-30 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Endless possibilities await Catherine within the bookshop. Catherine has her dream job, in her dream location, and a dreamy glamorous life. Who wouldn't want to live in Los Angeles, working with Hollywood celebrities and luxury brands? It's everything she's ever wanted. But one phone call will change her life forever and make her question what's really important. When her beloved Gran suddenly passes away, Catherine must travel back to Olsenberg, Wisconsin to sort out her grandmother's final affairs. Within days of arriving, she's found out she has inherited the family's bookshop, the apartment upstairs, and a cat. Further complicating matters is the handsome coffee shop owner next door. It's been years since she's visited this small, historic town-or helped Gran in the bookshop-but she's got to learn fast how to make the struggling bookshop profitable. When things change suddenly, it becomes a race against the clock to save the shop and preserve her family's legacy in town. Gran encouraged Catherine to reach for her dreams and believe in the impossible. But now it seems she will have to achieve the impossible. Catherine is about to find out what possibilities lie within Gran's bookshop.
Download or read book Big Book of Large Print Word Search Puzzles Autumn 100 Themed Puzzles For Adults Seniors and Teens written by BOZHENA VEDMEDOVSKA and published by Bozhena Vedmedovska. This book was released on with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the beauty of autumn with our Fall-themed word search puzzle, filled with cozy words that capture the essence of the season! 🍁 +100 Hand-crafted Puzzles 🍁 +3000 NEW Words!!! 🍁 True Large Print format: for easy reading and reduced eye strain. 🍁 Conclusion for each puzzle 🍁 Great gift for Adults, Seniors, and Teens! "Sharpen your mind while enjoying a fun and relaxing challenge - grab your word search puzzle today!"
Download or read book Pillars written by Claire Mestepey and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 495 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love story
Download or read book Stress Less Word Search written by Charles Timmerman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-12-09 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The search for relaxation is over! Stress Less Word Search will inspire you to find peace and relaxation in 100 all-new word puzzles. Finding, circling, or highlighting words in any of the 100 brand-new word search puzzles helps to quiet anxious minds in a creative, relaxing, and therapeutic way. Featuring themes such as: A Walk in the Woods Lazy Sunday The Life of Leisure Tea Time Breathe Deep Bedtime Reading Each stress-reducing page contains an all-new puzzle featuring an engaging theme, including the natural world, relaxing hobbies, and favorite literary characters. Soon, you'll be able to shift focus to a relaxing and fun activity as you concentrate on finding all the words to complete the puzzle. Whether you're new to word search puzzles or have been enjoying them for years, this book will help you find inner calm and creativity--one page at a time.
Download or read book Music Word Search and Crossword Puzzles written by Editors of Thunder Bay Press and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-09-06 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Belt out the tunes to your favorite songs as you complete more than 200 word search and crossword puzzles. Music lovers across a wide range of genres are sure to enjoy these word search and crossword puzzles—more than 200 total—themed around the most iconic musicians, bands, songs, and albums in history. From top guitarists and dynamic singing duos to punk rockers and grunge bands, each puzzle is sure to set you dancing and singing to your favorite beats.
Download or read book Word Search written by Joan Hoffman and published by . This book was released on 2001-04 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Temporary written by Hilary Leichter and published by Coffee House Press. This book was released on 2020-03-03 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Temporary, a young woman’s workplace is the size of the world. She fills increasingly bizarre placements in search of steadiness, connection, and something, at last, to call her own. Whether it’s shining an endless closet of shoes, swabbing the deck of a pirate ship, assisting an assassin, or filling in for the Chairman of the Board, for the mythical Temporary, “there is nothing more personal than doing your job.” This riveting quest, at once hilarious and profound, will resonate with anyone who has ever done their best at work, even when the work is only temporary.
