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The Beckoning World

A Novel

by Douglas Bauer ...

The Beckoning World is set in the first quarter of the twentieth century and follows Earl Dunham. His weeks are comprised of six days mining coal, followed by Sundays playing baseball. Then one day a major-league scout happens on a game, signs Earl, and he begins a life he had no idea he could even dream.But dreams sometimes suffer from a lovely abundance, and in Earl’s case her name is Emily ... Read more

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The Beckoning World is set in the first quarter of the twentieth century and follows Earl Dunham. His weeks are comprised of six days mining coal, followed by Sundays playing baseball. Then one day a major-league scout happens on a game, signs Earl, and he begins a life he had no idea he could even dream.But dreams sometimes suffer from a lovely abundance, and in Earl’s case her name is Emily
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Death by Pad Thai

And Other Unforgettable Meals

Edited by Douglas Bauer ...

In this collection of 20 essays—including a number of recipes—by some of the country’s finest writers, food is the central player in memories both exquisite and excruciating.Food isn’t just a gustatory pleasure; it is the stuff of life. At its best and most memorable, a meal becomes a story—and a story becomes a feast. In this anthology, Richard Russo relates the celebratory day he and his wife ... Read more

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In this collection of 20 essays—including a number of recipes—by some of the country’s finest writers, food is the central player in memories both exquisite and excruciating.Food isn’t just a gustatory pleasure; it is the stuff of life. At its best and most memorable, a meal becomes a story—and a story becomes a feast. In this anthology, Richard Russo relates the celebratory day he and his wife
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The Stuff of Fiction

Advice on Craft

by Douglas Bauer ...

In this book, prizewinning novelist and popular creative writing instructor Douglas Bauer (The Book of Famous Iowans) shares the secrets of his trade. Talent, as Bauer acknowledges, is the most crucial element for a writer and cannot be taught. But without a regular habit of work, and a perseverance of effort, no amount of talent can come forward and be recognized. His lively and candid essays on ... Read more

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In this book, prizewinning novelist and popular creative writing instructor Douglas Bauer (The Book of Famous Iowans) shares the secrets of his trade. Talent, as Bauer acknowledges, is the most crucial element for a writer and cannot be taught. But without a regular habit of work, and a perseverance of effort, no amount of talent can come forward and be recognized. His lively and candid essays on
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What Happens Next?

Matters of Life and Death

by Douglas Bauer ...

Series series Iowa and the Midwest Experience
What is life about but the continuous posing of the questions: what happens next, and what do we make of it when it arrives? In these highly evocative personal essays, Douglas Bauer weaves together the stories of his own and his parents’ lives, the meals they ate, the work and rewards and regrets that defined them, and the inevitable betrayal by their bodies as they aged.His collection features at ... Read more

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What is life about but the continuous posing of the questions: what happens next, and what do we make of it when it arrives? In these highly evocative personal essays, Douglas Bauer weaves together the stories of his own and his parents’ lives, the meals they ate, the work and rewards and regrets that defined them, and the inevitable betrayal by their bodies as they aged.His collection features at
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Kevin and I in India

Frank's Travel Memoirs, #3

by Frank Kusy ...

Series Book 3 - Frank's Travel Memoirs
Acclaimed as one of the funniest and true to life stories about India ever written, this 'diary of disaster' was an instant bestseller upon publication in 1986 and remains a firm favourite with readers today."Relentlessly honest, refreshingly uncontrived, this diary really works." (The Sunday Tribune)"India, at low-budget tourist level, is buffeting and bullying. But over four months travelling, ... Read more

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Acclaimed as one of the funniest and true to life stories about India ever written, this 'diary of disaster' was an instant bestseller upon publication in 1986 and remains a firm favourite with readers today."Relentlessly honest, refreshingly uncontrived, this diary really works." (The Sunday Tribune)"India, at low-budget tourist level, is buffeting and bullying. But over four months travelling,
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The Great Book of Chocolate

The Chocolate Lover's Guide with Recipes [A Baking Book]

by David Lebovitz ...

A compact connoisseur's guide, with recipes, to today's cutting-edge array of chocolates and chocolate makers from former Chez Panisse pastry chef David Lebovitz.In this compact volume, David Lebovitz gives a succinct cacao botany lesson, explains the process of chocolate making, runs through chocolate terminology and types, presents information on health benefits, offers an evaluating and buying ... Read more

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A compact connoisseur's guide, with recipes, to today's cutting-edge array of chocolates and chocolate makers from former Chez Panisse pastry chef David Lebovitz.In this compact volume, David Lebovitz gives a succinct cacao botany lesson, explains the process of chocolate making, runs through chocolate terminology and types, presents information on health benefits, offers an evaluating and buying
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Queen of the Road

The True Tale of 47 States, 22,000 Miles, 200 Shoes, 2 Cats, 1 Poodle, a Husband, and a Bus with a Will of Its Own

by Doreen Orion ...

A pampered Long Island princess hits the road in a converted bus with her wilderness-loving husband, travels the country for one year, and brings it all hilariously to life in this offbeat and romantic memoir.Doreen and Tim are married psychiatrists with a twist: She’s a self-proclaimed Long Island princess, grouchy couch potato, and shoe addict. He's an affable, though driven, outdoorsman. When ... Read more

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A pampered Long Island princess hits the road in a converted bus with her wilderness-loving husband, travels the country for one year, and brings it all hilariously to life in this offbeat and romantic memoir.Doreen and Tim are married psychiatrists with a twist: She’s a self-proclaimed Long Island princess, grouchy couch potato, and shoe addict. He's an affable, though driven, outdoorsman. When
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Beaten, Seared, and Sauced

On Becoming a Chef at the Culinary Institute of America

by Jonathan Dixon ...

Millions of people fantasize about leaving their old lives behind, enrolling in cooking school, and training to become a chef. But for those who make the decision, the difference between the dream and reality can be gigantic—especially at the top cooking school in the country. For the first time in the Culinary Institute of America’s history, a book will give readers the firsthand experience of ... Read more

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Millions of people fantasize about leaving their old lives behind, enrolling in cooking school, and training to become a chef. But for those who make the decision, the difference between the dream and reality can be gigantic—especially at the top cooking school in the country. For the first time in the Culinary Institute of America’s history, a book will give readers the firsthand experience of
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Too Young to be Old: from Clapham to Kathmandu

Frank's Travel Memoirs, #2

by Frank Kusy ...

Series Book 2 - Frank's Travel Memoirs
"…a hilarious memoir about enlightenment and old age…""…a superb lead-in to Frank's travel memoirs proper…""…honest, whimsical, and keenly observing…""…Frank is a wonderful story-teller, I really warmed to him…"As Frank Kusy turns 27 he is unexpectedly put in charge of an old people's home in Clapham, South London. Driven to distraction by a crazy cast of characters he seeks solace in Buddhism, ... Read more

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"…a hilarious memoir about enlightenment and old age…""…a superb lead-in to Frank's travel memoirs proper…""…honest, whimsical, and keenly observing…""…Frank is a wonderful story-teller, I really warmed to him…"As Frank Kusy turns 27 he is unexpectedly put in charge of an old people's home in Clapham, South London. Driven to distraction by a crazy cast of characters he seeks solace in Buddhism,
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Off the Beaten Track: My Crazy Year in Asia

Frank's Travel Memoirs, #5

by Frank Kusy ...

Series Book 5 - Frank's Travel Memoirs
One year. Four continents. And a love-crazed travel writer going off the beaten track...SPA SPA SILVER MEDAL WINNER, BEST NON-FICTION BOOK 2015"…another action-packed and funny memoir from Frank Kusy…""…fast moving, highly engaging, informative and hysterically funny…""...scratches the hilarious underbelly of travel journalism and makes it purr...""…I know I will read again just because it was so ... Read more

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One year. Four continents. And a love-crazed travel writer going off the beaten track...SPA SPA SILVER MEDAL WINNER, BEST NON-FICTION BOOK 2015"…another action-packed and funny memoir from Frank Kusy…""…fast moving, highly engaging, informative and hysterically funny…""...scratches the hilarious underbelly of travel journalism and makes it purr...""…I know I will read again just because it was so
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Rupee Millionaires

Frank's Travel Memoirs, #6

by Frank Kusy ...

Series Book 6 - Frank's Travel Memoirs
Want to make a million? Be careful...Impoverished Frank and unpredictable rogue Spud have a plan - to make a million. There is only one small problem...they are trying to do it in India. Starting out on a windy market stall in London's St Martin's-in-the-Field market and progressing to the colourful bazaars of Delhi and Rajasthan, the two bumbling entrepreneurs battle all manner of local obstacles ... Read more

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Want to make a million? Be careful...Impoverished Frank and unpredictable rogue Spud have a plan - to make a million. There is only one small problem...they are trying to do it in India. Starting out on a windy market stall in London's St Martin's-in-the-Field market and progressing to the colourful bazaars of Delhi and Rajasthan, the two bumbling entrepreneurs battle all manner of local obstacles
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Soup & Comfort

A Cookbook of Homemade Recipes to Warm the Soul

by Pamela Ellgen ...

The answer to your dinnertime dilemma. Family-friendly soups to satisfy your soul—and stomach.To close the coldest, bone-chilling day or soothe the roughest afternoon, turn to Soup & Comfort for hearty classics, international favorites, and inventive updates.Packed with pages of nourishing, emotionally satisfying soups and stews using affordable, fresh, easy-to-find ingredients (No bouillon cubes ... Read more

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The answer to your dinnertime dilemma. Family-friendly soups to satisfy your soul—and stomach.To close the coldest, bone-chilling day or soothe the roughest afternoon, turn to Soup & Comfort for hearty classics, international favorites, and inventive updates.Packed with pages of nourishing, emotionally satisfying soups and stews using affordable, fresh, easy-to-find ingredients (No bouillon cubes
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