Added on 11/01/09

A rich anthology, stylishly packaged and brimming over with heartwarming drama, seasonal merriment, and unexpected thrills. The author, who has been creating original and highly praised collections for thirty years, believes in bringing new energy to... See more

A rich anthology, stylishly packaged and brimming over with heartwarming drama, seasonal merriment, and unexpected thrills. The author, who has been creating original and highly praised collections for thirty years, believes in bringing new energy to the term “old-fashioned.” That is to say, she is a reader’s reader who loves to uncover those stories written in another time that surprise us by their vibrancy, by the way they move us or make us laugh, while also reminding us of our most deeply held values and our ideals. Among the writers included are such familiar classic masters as Bret Harte, Mark Twain, Sarah Orne Jewett, Saki, O. Henry, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The real idea, however, is the crafting of a book that is as unexpected in its roster of authors as it is in its effect on our hearts and spirits. See less

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Added on 10/31/09

u-handbag.com Amy Butler: Frenchy Bag Pattern - Isn't the curvy shape of this bag just gorgeous? Have fun combining two or three of your favourite fabrics to make your Frenchy bag extra special to you. This lovely bag design has pleats, a cuff, and... See more

u-handbag.com Amy Butler: Frenchy Bag Pattern - Isn't the curvy shape of this bag just gorgeous? Have fun combining two or three of your favourite fabrics to make your Frenchy bag extra special to you. This lovely bag design has pleats, a cuff, and fabric handles; and in the pattern Amy explains (in a See less

Added on 10/31/09

u-handbag.com Amy Butler: Birdie Sling Pattern - Have fun combining your 2 fave fabrics to make this roomy and pretty bag.For a carry-it-all-including-the-kitchen-sink bag this is a very pretty design; best of all it's easy to put together. Perfect... See more

u-handbag.com Amy Butler: Birdie Sling Pattern - Have fun combining your 2 fave fabrics to make this roomy and pretty bag.For a carry-it-all-including-the-kitchen-sink bag this is a very pretty design; best of all it's easy to put together. Perfect if you need to make a quick pressie or for bag making newbies. The pleated bag See less

Added on 10/20/09

The first page of Monica Holloway's memoir is labeled, "Note to Reader." Uh-oh. Disclaimer. The author confides that the incidents in her book are "portrayed to the best of my recollection" and all names are changed "with the exception of my first... See more

The first page of Monica Holloway's memoir is labeled, "Note to Reader." Uh-oh. Disclaimer. The author confides that the incidents in her book are "portrayed to the best of my recollection" and all names are changed "with the exception of my first name," as are "identifying details and place names." Then: "Some individuals are composites." Composites? When a writer distills real people into a new entity, the term for that entity is fictional character. I wonder if future memoirists will expand the disclaimer: "Many events are made up." Nevertheless, I read on. The clarity of Holloway's voice soon dissipated my skepticism. In Driving With Dead People, Holloway tells the terrible tale of her cruel father, a man who turned his wife into a functionless robot and raped little Monica regularly. For many years, Holloway did not remember any of it. To read this memoir is to understand the mechanics of life-long repression. When we first meet Holloway in Galesburg, Ohio, (presumably, she did... See less

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Added on 10/20/09

Sonnenberg's curse is her beautiful self-centered and crazy mother, who lies continually, does drugs and navigates through the world with sex as her sole point of reference. Her father is cold and distant. Add in abundant family money, and you have... See more

Sonnenberg's curse is her beautiful self-centered and crazy mother, who lies continually, does drugs and navigates through the world with sex as her sole point of reference. Her father is cold and distant. Add in abundant family money, and you have the story of a young girl who grows up in a world of privilege, abuse and despicable behavior all around. Readers get a good dose of drug use, foul language, manipulative behaviors, an accounting of Sonnenberg's affair with her high school English teacher and one chapter titled Sex with Everybody. The freelance writer's story is titillating, and her writing is strong and clear, though the power is diluted when she blurs the lines of nonfiction: I have conflated or changed some events and dialogue, and created occasional composites. Readers not bothered by the conceit will likely follow along through the outrageous and nasty operational tactics of Sonnenberg's mother until the story line leads to her redemption. (Jan.) Copyright © Reed... See less

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Added on 10/20/09

"Quiet scenes cut deepest: the author's description of her only after-school visit to a friend's home lingers heartbreakingly in one's mind. This gifted young writer's moving and eye-opening story will especially appeal to fans of Jeannette Walls's... See more

"Quiet scenes cut deepest: the author's description of her only after-school visit to a friend's home lingers heartbreakingly in one's mind. This gifted young writer's moving and eye-opening story will especially appeal to fans of Jeannette Walls's The Glass Castle and David Pelzer's autobiographical books."--School Library Journal --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition. See all Editorial Reviews See less

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Added on 09/23/09

Once upon a time, cupcakes were only a kid-friendly party favorite. No longer! Cupcakes are now the treat of the times, at once simple and chic. 500 Cupcakes is a storehouse of delicious easy-to-follow recipes, written in clear language and... See more

Once upon a time, cupcakes were only a kid-friendly party favorite. No longer! Cupcakes are now the treat of the times, at once simple and chic. 500 Cupcakes is a storehouse of delicious easy-to-follow recipes, written in clear language and illustrated with full-color photographs. The introduction provides a comprehensive look at equipment and ingredients, plus a description of the cupcake-making process, from getting started to storing and transporting the yummy results. The collection of recipes spans from classic flavors and shapes to new favorites for every style and taste - including recipes for alternate diets. Each recipes gives detailed step-by-step instructions (great for the novice baker), and every one features three variations on the basic recipe (great for the experienced baker seeking new flavors). Size: 6" x 6" x 1". 360 pages. See less

Added on 09/21/09

Product Description Web Graphics with Photoshop® f/x & Design teaches how to create original artwork for the Web, customize photographs and existing artwork for use online, and use these creations with a variety of powerful Web design tools, from... See more

Product Description Web Graphics with Photoshop® f/x & Design teaches how to create original artwork for the Web, customize photographs and existing artwork for use online, and use these creations with a variety of powerful Web design tools, from Adobe ImageReady to Macromedia's Flash. The special graphic requirements of the Web and the use of Photoshop to create more interesting and effective Web graphics are covered in this book. The accompanying CD-ROM provides Photoshop actions to automate special effects, third-party software (filters and Plug-In organizers) for use with Photoshop, a variety of images, and an interactive page of links to Photoshop resources on the Web. About the Author Laurie Ulrich has spent over 10 years teaching, writing, and consulting on computers and technology. She has written over 100 training manuals for colleges, universities, and corporate training centers and over 13 computer books, including Dreamweaver 4 f/x & Design. In 1992, Laurie established her... See less

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Added on 09/20/09

Product Description * Now featuring more than 250 color illustrations throughout, this perennially popular guide is a must for novices who want to work with HTML or XHTML, which continue to be the foundation for any Web site * The new edition... See more

Product Description * Now featuring more than 250 color illustrations throughout, this perennially popular guide is a must for novices who want to work with HTML or XHTML, which continue to be the foundation for any Web site * The new edition features nearly 50 percent new and updated content, including expanded coverage of CSS and scripting, new coverage of syndication and podcasting, and new sample HTML projects, including a personal Web page, an eBay auction page, a company Web site, and an online product catalog * The companion Web site features an eight-page expanded Cheat Sheet with ready-reference information on commands, syntax, colors, CSS elements, and more * Covers planning a Web site, formatting Web pages, using CSS, getting creative with colors and fonts, managing layouts, and integrating scripts From the Back Cover Packed with useful tips, techniques, and code examples Build quality Web pages with XHTML and add some pizzazz with CSS You don't have to be a master... See less

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Added on 02/03/09

OK OK OK by Mike Slack. There's not a lick of text in this book. Just page after page after page of amazing Polaroid pictures that capture the beauty and weirdness (oh, that beautiful weirdness!) of the world around us. Fans of William Eggleston and... See more

OK OK OK by Mike Slack. There's not a lick of text in this book. Just page after page after page of amazing Polaroid pictures that capture the beauty and weirdness (oh, that beautiful weirdness!) of the world around us. Fans of William Eggleston and Garry Winogrand will no doubt salivate over this very special book. Book is hardcover and measures 7" x 9". DAP025$30.00 See less

Added on 01/05/09

Amazon.com: The Lives They Left Behind: Suitcases from a State Hospital Attic: Darby Penney, Peter Stastny, Lisa Rinzler: Books

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Added on 10/12/08

Amazon.com: The Memoirs of a Beautiful Boy: Robert Leleux: Books

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Added on 10/12/08

Amazon.com: Hope's Boy: A Memoir: Andrew Bridge: Books

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