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The essential postpartum recovery guide and cookbook to help new moms replenish their bodies with 100+ easy, nutrient-packed recipes, plus meal plans and shopping listsThe postpartum period brings major physical and emotional changes for new moms. While caring for a newborn is difficult, it's critical that mothers focus on replenishing their bodies after pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.Most postpartum resources focus on how to care for the baby, but The Postpartum Nutrition Cookbook—written by registered dietitians Diana Licalzi and Ashley Reaver—prioritizes the mom's self-care first. This book guides new moms through recovery during the 4th trimester, highlighting key nutrients needed to heal and restore their bodies.The Postpartum Nutrition Cookbook features:100+ simple, delicious recipes catered to postpartum nutrient needsMake-ahead breakfasts, one-handed lunches, and set-it-and-forget-it dinnersHelpful trackers, grocery shopping lists, and targeted nutrition adviceEasy meal-prepping tips and techniques for busy new momsGuidance on making self-care and proper nutrition a priorityThis one-of-a-kind resource equips new moms with everything they need to nourish themselves and their families in the critical postpartum period. Friends, relatives, or partners can also use this guide when looking to support a new mother with nourishing meals and self-care. Consider it a trusted companion during the challenging but precious early weeks and months of motherhood.

“Reading Together captures the sweet moments when the love for literature brings a family together.” —Andrea Tripke, children’s book author and illustratorDiscover the magic of reading together with this story of a family’s love for picture books and the moments of laughter, imagination, and connection they share. Filled with playful illustrations and fond memories from classic children’s tales, this book takes you on a nostalgic journey through childhood, when the joys of discovering new stories together create bonds that last a lifetime.Whether you're a parent looking to relive the magic of reading with your child, or simply a lover of picture books, this book is a must-read for anyone who values the bond of family and the power of storytelling.

Feel the love as you color the 40 hand-drawn illustrations within this book's fun, heart-filled pages—including 2 bonus velvet pages!Love in Bloom features 40 colorable pages in a floral and romantic theme—all hand-drawn by bestselling author and artist Alli Koch of Alli K Design.With Love in Bloom, you'll find:2 soft black velvet pages that enhance your coloring experience and hide mistakesPerforated, removable pages—perfect for framing your artwork after you've finished coloringA gorgeous, hand-illustrated cover with iridescent foil that will look stunning on your bookshelf or coffee tableInstagram sensation, muralist, author, and floral aficionado Alli Koch of @allikdesign introduced thousands to the basics of modern floral illustrating with her bestselling book, How to Draw Modern Florals. She's also developed a devoted following of colorists who cherish her coloring books Bloom and Heyday. Each page of Alli's newest coloring book, Love in Bloom, comes to life with a variety of her signature floral designs. She invites you to get creative as you customize each page and bring these pretty illustrations to life with color!The perfect gift book for Valentine's Day, birthdays, or anyone you love who enjoys coloring and creative mindfulness!

Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids—great for young artists, birthday gifts, homeschool art lessons, and elementary art classes. Now in a mini size perfect for travel and coloring on the go!Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this new book in the How to Draw for Kids series will teach your kid how to draw unicorns and other magical creatures in no time! Author and professional artist Alli Koch's kid-friendly mini drawing lessons will help your child practice their basic art skills and teach them how to draw with confidence. This beginner drawing book book is perfect for kids 7-12, but kids as young as 5 with an interest in art will be able to easily follow along as well. No experience required!• Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Simple steps and diagrams from start to finish• 40+ Cool Projects for Both Boys and Girls: Learn how to draw a mermaid, fairy, genie, ogre, and other fun magical creatures• Layflat Binding: Making it easier for kids to keep the book open as they follow along• Perforated Pages and Premium Paper: Easily removable pages that are thick and sturdy, and the foil on the cover will catch kids' eyes!

"If you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, this approach can help you achieve non-diabetic blood sugar within weeks. The simple lifestyle changes outlined in this diabetes cookbook focus on the reversal of insulin resistance--the root cause of high blood sugar."--

Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids-great for young artists, birthday gifts, home-school art lessons, and elementary art classes. Now in a mini size that's perfect for travel and colouring on the go!Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to draw their favourite animals in no time! Author and professional artist Alli Koch's kid friendly, mini drawing lessons will help your child practice their basic art skills and teach them how to draw with confidence. This book is perfect for kids 7-12, but kids as young as 5 with an interest in art will be able to easily follow along as well. No experience required!Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Simple steps and diagrams from start to finish40+ Cool Projects: Learn how to draw favourite animals from the farm, forest, jungle, and sea, including everything from a llama to a dolphin to a kangarooLayflat Binding: Making it easier for kids to keep the book open as they follow alongPerforated Pages and Premium Paper: Easily removable pages that are thick and sturdy

Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids—great for young artists, birthday gifts, homeschool art lessons, and elementary art classes. Now in a mini size perfect for travel and coloring on the go!Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this new book in the How to Draw for Kids series will teach your kid how to draw their favorite underwater animals in no time! Author and professional artist Alli Koch's kid-friendly mini drawing lessons will help your child practice their basic art skills and teach them how to draw with confidence. This beginner drawing book is perfect for kids 7-12, but kids as young as 5 with an interest in art will be able to easily follow along as well. No experience required!Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Simple steps and diagrams from start to finish40+ Cool Projects for Both Boys and Girls: Learn how to draw a dolphin, sea turtle, octopus, seahorse, and other cool sea animalsLayflat Binding: Making it easier for kids to keep the book open as they follow alongPerforated Pages and Premium Paper: Easily removable pages that are thick and sturdy, and the foil on the cover will catch kids' eyes!

Whether you're an experienced runner or a complete beginner, this inspiring book will motivate you to train your body and mind to complete one of the hardest physical feats of all—an ultramarathonUltra-races—distances longer than 26.2 miles—aren’t for “normal people.” Normal people have jobs, families, or a million other obligations that do not exist in the world of ultrarunning. Or that’s what Sid Garza-Hillman thought as he faced the starting line of his first 50K.But the more he learned about the sport, the more he realized that ultrarunning is for more than elite athletes: moms, dads, grandparents, young people, old people, people with full-time jobs, and others successfully cross the finish lines of ultra-races around the world every year.In this book, Sid distills the life lessons he's learned from the trails—as a ten-time ultramarathoner and Race Director of the Mendocino Coast 50K—to teach you how to:Move through the fear and mental blocks that prevent you from reaching your goals—on and off the trailSlow down and be present in a world full of endless distractionsTest your mettle and prove you’re stronger than you ever knewCommit to a well-rounded—but realistic and adaptable—training planNot your typical ultramarathon training guide with rigid schedules and prescribed workouts, this book powerfully outlines the invaluable struggles, benefits, and life lessons that await anyone who dares to dive into the world of ultrarunning.

Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids ages 6-12—now in a mini size that's perfect for travel and coloring on the go!Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to draw cool things in no time! Author and professional artist Alli Koch's kid-friendly mini drawing lessons will help your child practice their basic art skills and teach them how to draw with confidence. This book is perfect for kids 8-12, but kids as young as 5 will be able to easily follow along as well. From cupcakes, to unicorns, to cars, and cats, your kid will be drawing all sorts of things that they'll want to show off to their friends, or color afterward and hang on their room! No experience required!Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Simple steps and diagrams from start to finish 42 Cool Projects: Learn how to draw an ice cream cone, fruit, castle, spaceship, cactus, airplane, animals, and so many more cute and cool things! Layflat Binding: Making it easier for kids to keep the book open as they follow along Perforated Pages and Premium Paper: Easily removable pages that are thick and sturdy

A thoughtful and beautiful journal for processing grief and remembering your loved one—including guided writing prompts, creative mindfulness exercises, and space for preserving photosWhen a loved one passes away, the most common response from well-meaning friends and family is “there are no words.” But processing our feelings and journaling our thoughts can, in fact, help us heal. As an internationally recognized calligrapher and watercolor artist who lost her father at the age of 13, writing and art have influenced Brittany DeSantis's entire life for the better.Through a beautifully painted and guided keepsake journal, readers will be encouraged to use their words to reflect on and honor those who have passed with the following activities and sections:Repetitive writing exercises and mindful breathing exercises that help alleviate anxiety and overwhelmThoughtful prompts to commemorate, celebrate, and cherish those who have passedPages for attaching photographs, keepsakes, cards, and mementos in a convenient covered-spiral formatSpace for reflection and letters to loved onesHand-painted quotes and words of wisdom that can be bookmarked or removed and framedWhile this grief recovery handbook is not a substitution for therapy or mental health advice for anyone coping with the stages of grief, it is a thoughtful journal to help people heal after loss and commemorate their loved ones.If you or someone you know has lost a loved one, Forget You Not is a beautiful heirloom gift that replaces the standard "I have no words" with "Here's how to find yours and remember theirs."

"Perfect for animal lovers, with gorgeous illustrations worthy of framing."—Kirkus ReviewsFirst the animals were stealing names and now the plants are doing it too! The second book in Dennis McGregor's acclaimed series features vibrant, hand-painted illustrations and curious questions like "Why does the crab apple share its name with the crab?"You Stole My Name Too features another amazing collection of illustrations that takes you and your child on a colorful journey through nature's most fascinating plants and animals and their namesakes.The fun pairs of flora and fauna that are featured in this sequel include:• Chick and Chickpea• Cat and Catnip• Dog and Dogwood• Hedgehog and Hedgehog Cactus• And many more!A beautiful "children's coffee-table art book" for all ages, You Stole My Name Too is a clever, creative follow-up to You Stole My Name, a perfect book series for parents and children to read and enjoy together."The museum-quality artwork in this oversized coffee-table style volume is big and beautiful, the verses are clever and funny, but it's the concept behind You Stole My Name that is unique, original, and sets it apart from all other pet and wildlife picture book collections for young children."—Midwest Book Review

"Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids--great for young artists, birthday gifts, home school art lessons, and elementary art classes! Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to draw fun woodland plants and creatures in no time! Author and professional artist Alli Koch's kid-friendly, mini drawing lessons will help your child practice their basic art skills and teach them how to draw with confidence."--Amazon website.

The coloring book for anyone who loves scrolling through Zillow—now in a mini size perfect for travel and coloring on the go!Featuring cabins, A-frames, airstreams, and more, this book will spark your imagination as you peek inside some of America’s coolest homes, including ones you’ve seen on Instagram or Airbnb.From properties like the mid-century modern Belding Bliss in Palm Springs to the HoneyTree treehouse in Fredericksburg, TX, you’ll have fun bringing these unique properties to life with color and styles you love. Bestselling author and artist Alli Koch has also included two full pages of velvet stickers that you can use to decorate your artwork as well.Coolest Homes Ever features:• 40+ illustrations inspired by popular trendy homes on Instagram and Airbnb• High-quality paper and perforated, removable pages—frame your art after you've finished coloring!• Two pages of colorable velvet stickers that can be used to decorate pages• A gorgeous, hand-illustrated cover with shimmery artwork that will look stunning on your bookshelf or coffee table

Take a walk down memory lane as you color this book's fun retro designs and beautiful floral patterns—now in a mini size perfect for travel and coloring on the go!Heyday includes 40 illustrations, including bonus velvet coloring pages, hand-drawn by bestselling author and artist Alli Koch of Alli K Design. With a variety of her signature floral drawings, as well as throwback patterns inspired by the '60s and '70s, Alli invites you to bring these blank pages to life with your favorite colors.

Relax and dive into the colorful world of quilting with this modern quilting coloring book from Moda Fabrics designer Stephanie Sliwinski (@fancythatdesignhouse)Featuring an array of unique quilt blocks and modern patterns to inspire your crafting, the Modern Quilting Coloring Book is the perfect gift for any quilter or coloring enthusiast. Features include: • 40 unique coloring pages• Printed on thick, premium-quality paper• Perforated edges for easy removal and framing• Beautiful coffee table bookWith 40 coloring pages, Modern Quilting Coloring Book provides hours of stress-relieving fun and encourages you to fill each page with your own personal creative expression.

Learn how to create stunning, expressive character illustrations using alcohol markers with this beginner-friendly how-to-draw guide from artist Lidia Cambón (@msshanh).Through her signature ethereal and feminine style, popular artist Lidia Cambón shares the ins-and-outs of creating cute manga-inspired characters with alcohol markers, a type of permanent marker that allows artists to blend vibrant colors easily with little to no smearing.Using this book's beginner-friendly lessons, example illustrations, and practice pages, learn fundamental character drawing techniques like:The basics of color theory, and how it can be used thoughtfully to create unique charactersTechniques for blending and shading with your markers, and how you can avoid streaks and splotchesHow to draw hair, facial expressions, and other human characteristics to add realism to your charactersChoosing the right materials to make your illustrations pop...and many more drawing techniquesWhether you're new to drawing or an experienced illustrator, Cambón's guidance will show you how to make your ideas come to life and create colorful, endearing character illustrations.

Explore God's Word as you search through engaging, bible-themed puzzles in this fun bible word search book!This Bible word search book offers a fun and relaxing way to engage with your favorite verses, stories, and teachings from the Bible.In Bible Word Search for Adults, you'll find:100 Bible-themed puzzles to help keep your brain sharpPopular verses to help you strengthen your faithPuzzles ranging in difficulty from easy to challengingA layflat design so you can complete the puzzles with ease If you or someone you know loves learning about the gospel and completing fun, brain-teasing puzzles, this premium Bible word search book is for you.

Plan your garden and track your plants throughout each growing season with this comprehensive gardening journal—perfect for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike!Whether you’re new to gardening or an experienced green thumb, this gardening journal from Sarah Simon (@themintgardener) and Colin Simon will help you get a head start on next season’s harvest.With My Gardening Journal, you'll gain access to:A 52-week garden planner, with space to record your weekly to-do list and write notes and reminders for next seasonFifty pages of comprehensive gardening advice, from determining which plants will thrive in your region to best practices for preventing destructive pests and diseasesDot grids to help you sketch out and plan your outdoor spaceCharts to log which plants you’re growing and track how much sun your garden receivesWith an easy-to-use logbook for each week of the year, My Gardening Journal is the perfect gift for any plant lover or gardening enthusiast in your life.

Discover easy-to-follow crochet patterns for 15 new amigurumi animals with this second volume in Lauren Espy's Animal Amigurumi Adventures seriesIn Volume 2 of her beloved Animal Amigurumi Adventures series, bestselling author Lauren Espy provides even more easy-to-follow patterns for creating cute amigurumi critters (crocheted stuffed toys). Detailed, step-by-step photos, alongside images of the full animal, will help you crochet creations as cute as what you see on the page.Animal Amigurumi Adventures: Volume 2 features:• User-Friendly Instructions: Easy-to-follow patterns and guidance for the best tools (standard hook and common worsted weight yarn) to get started• Step-by-Step Reference Photos: Detailed photographs of each step, as well as the finished product, to help guide you along with confidence• Perfect Size: Each animal averages 7-10 inches in size, making them ideal to display or play withNew patterns include:• Safari Animals like a giraffe, hippo, elephant, lion, and zebra• Arctic Animals like a penguin, polar bear, walrus, beluga whale, and seal pup• Pets like a dog, cat, chameleon, cockatiel, and guinea pig

With fun, bible-themed word searches, kids can learn about the Bible and God's Word as they develop their brain and complete engaging word search puzzles!With fun puzzles, this Bible word search book is the perfect way to get kids interested in stories from the Bible. Bible Word Search for Kids includes:50 Bible-themed puzzles that kids will loveWord searches that include characters, stories, and messages from the BiblePuzzles ranging in difficulty from easy to challengingA layflat design so kids can complete the puzzles with easeIf you want your child to learn more about the gospel while completing fun, brain-teasing puzzles, Bible Word Search for Kids is the perfect book to add to their reading collection.

The vows you make to each other deserve to be cherished. Capture and celebrate the words you share on your wedding day with this beautiful set of heirloom-quality wedding vows journals!From bestselling author Korie Herold, these beautifully-designed vow books features foil accents and hand-drawn illustrations to give them an elegant look and feel at the altar. Pair them with the Korie Herold collection's Wedding Guest Book and her memory book for couples As We Grow. This set of two wedding vow books includes:An elegant linen cover, beautifully designed to be featured in the official wedding photosAcid-free and archival paper, to help you cherish your words of commitment for decades to comeLayflat design, so you and your partner can easily recite your vows during the ceremonyChic, timeless design, perfect for displaying the book on a bookshelf or coffee table after the wedding

Forever cherish and remember the people who helped celebrate your big day with this heirloom-quality wedding guest book.This cloth-bound, beautifully-designed guest book features foil accents and hand-drawn illustrations from bestselling author Korie Herold. With plenty of space for your loved ones to share advice about marriage or their favorite memories with you on your wedding day, this guest book will give you and your husband or wife a memento to enjoy together for decades to come.This wedding guest book includes:An elegant cloth cover, beautifully designed to be featured in the official wedding photosAcid-free and archival paper, to help you cherish memories of your big day for decades to comeLayflat design, so guests can easily record their notes and best wishesChic, timeless design, perfect for displaying the book on a bookshelf or coffee table after the wedding

"Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids on how to draw their favorite underwater animals. This beginner drawing book is perfect for kids 7-12, but kids as young as 5 with an interest in art will be able to easily follow along as well. No experience required! Includes easy-to-follow instructions, with simple steps and diagrams from start to finish and 40+ projects for both boys and girls. Learn how to draw a dolphin, sea turtle, octopus, seahorse, and other sea animals"--

"Learn to draw your favorite magical things in 5 minutes or less! From fairy tales to fantasy creatures, I will show you how to draw your favorite magical things using the simple step-by-step instructions in this modern drawing book for kids! Everything from princesses to dragons to castles and monsters can all be broken down into simple shapes that are easy to draw! Follow along with me and you'll be drawing in no time!"--

A fresh and fun adult coloring book full of interior design eye candy! Dive into beautiful rooms and home decor inspiration with New York Times best-selling authors Sherry & John Petersik of the popular home blog Young House Love.Illustrated by Joan Borawski, this book features intricate design details like built-in bookcases, patterned pillows, and ornate rugs that you can bring to life with your own color schemes. Each page is printed on white premium paper and offers countless opportunities to experiment with different looks without having to repaint a room or buy new furniture.Test drive different styles and color combinations before committing to them at home!

12 sturdy 19'' x 26'' wrapping paper sheets and 20 gold foil-enhanced gift tags featuring elegant, hand-drawn illustrations—all conveniently bound together in a book.Whatever the season or occasion may be, artist Korie Herold's set of beautiful wrapping paper and gold foil gift tags will make your presents even more meaningful. Bound together in a book to make for easier storage, this set of uniquely designed gift wrap sheets makes gift-gifting effortless and easy. Just tear out a 19” x 26” sheet whenever you need to wrap something special. Perfect for anyone who loves beautiful paper goods.That's A Wrap gift paper set features:• 12 thick, matte 19” x 26” wrapping paper sheets• 20 punch-out gift tags with gold foil• Hand-drawn illustrations featuring nature artwork and neutral colors• Basic, easy-to-follow tips for beautiful gift-wrappingBestselling author and artist Korie Herold's line of books, journals, and products combine quality materials with timeless design—with the goal of helping you share beautiful memories with the people you love. That's A Wrap features Korie's timeless designs that are perfect for any time of year.