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You know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen...but do you recall the most petrifying Christmas figures of all? Not all children fear just a lump of coal in their stockings. Discover the terrifying Yuletide fables that have horrified kids for generations.

Capture the spirit of Mediterranean cuisine with over 200 appetizing and heart-healthy recipes in The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook.

This beautiful black cloth book is the comprehensive guide to cocktail making, brought to you by award-winning mixologists from high profile bars around the world.

The Secret Garden (Painted Editions) is a captivating masterpiece penned by the renowned author, Frances Hodgson Burnett. Published by HarperCollins Focus in 2023, this enchanting book brings a unique blend of mystery and charm that is hard to resist. The genre of the book is a magical blend of fiction and fantasy, transporting readers into a world full of wonders and surprises. The Secret Garden (Painted Editions) is a testament to Burnett's imaginative prowess and storytelling genius. This edition is particularly special as it features painted illustrations, adding a layer of visual delight to the already compelling narrative. HarperCollins Focus, a leading name in the publishing world, has ensured that this edition of The Secret Garden is a treasure to own, making it a must-have for every book lover's collection.

In this inspiring memoir, undefeated five-time world champion boxer Andre Ward--aka 'Son of God'--shares the gripping narrative of his unforgettable career, his rock-solid faith, and why boxing was never the biggest fight of his life.

Unleash the power of storytelling to transform your talks, speeches, and presentations---whether your audience is a boardroom of executives, a classroom of students, or an auditorium full of eager listeners.

Asia: The Ultimate Cookbook is a beautiful and thorough collection of recipes drawn from the many rich traditions of Asian cuisines and inspired by contemporary influences.

From focaccias to pan pizza and the deep-dish delight of Chicago-style, Pizza: The Ultimate Cookbook will capture your taste buds and your imagination.

Put a unique spin on your entertaining and arrange eye-catching platters that will keep friends and family coming back for more with Complete Charcuterie.This beautiful cookbook guides you on how to pair cheeses, meats, condiments, drinks, and an assortment of other ingredients that can be used on serving boards. These simple, inventive preparations will bring your serving boards to the next level. Be bold and take your entertaining from so-so to exceptional. Experiment with flavor profiles and find combinations that suit your unique palate. Use the boards in this book as a guide or build your own boards around your personal taste. Inside you'll find: - Expert advice and insights on composing elegant, inventive boards that balance flavor profiles and textures. - Board-friendly recipes for crackers, breads, preserves, pickles, flavored nuts, dips, spreads, and decadent desserts, plus suggested drink pairings. - Vibrant photography that shows you how to assemble memorable boards and provides visual inspiration. - Recipes from Murray's Cheese, Publican Quality Meats, The Cheese Store of Beverly Hills, Lady & Larder, Mike's Hot Honey, Blake Hill Preserves, Esters Wine Shop & Bar, and Vermont Creamery. Take the mystery out of charcuterie. With more than 200 boards and recipes built around popular and festive themes with a special emphasis on seasonally focused recipes so you can always keep things fresh, let Complete Charcuterie be your inspiring source for memorable and delicious entertaining.

Now the classic novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is an illustrated storybook perfect for kids! Kid Classics Sherlock Holmes: The Hound of the Baskervilles is an irresistible mystery-just the right amount of thrilling!Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote this classic tale about Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Watson more than one hundred years ago. Now, here is the fun new just-for-kids version of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic mystery The Hound of the Baskervilles, abridged and retold for a young modern audience while remaining true to Doyle's original text. It's a story that you can't put down: When the Baskervilles are haunted by a giant, ghostly hound that glows eerily and howls outside their estate at night, no one can crack the case but Sherlock Holmes! Holmes and Watson track the fearsome hound through the Grimpen Mire and solve the mystery, along the way learning lessons about greed, truth, and illusion. With page after page of captivating illustrations, this magical hardcover will be the fought over favorite in your home and schoolroom!

The Return of Sherlock Holmes, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, a collection of thirteen stories involving one of literature's most beloved characters and an integral volume in the canon, is now available in a fine exclusive collector's edition. Featuring beautiful cover and interior treatments, it is ideal for fiction lovers and book collectors alike.

The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald, one of literature's most beloved stories and the inspiration for numerous film adaptations, is now available in a fine exclusive collector's edition featuring beautiful cover and interior treatments, making it ideal for fiction lovers and book collectors alike.

The Complete Italian Cookbook features over 200 time-honored classic Italian recipes!When it comes time to make something special and seriously comforting, Italian food is what pops into everyone's mind. This cookbook is here to meet this considerable and constant demand with: - More than 200 simple, reliable recipes that enable you to tap into the culinary genius native to Italy - Classic Italian recipes combined with innovative recipes make this cookbook perfect for the modern kitchen - Original photography that will bring these delicious dishes to life before you ever begin preparing them yourself - Chapters designed specifically for every course of a perfect Italian meal: appetizers, salads, and sides, sauces, soups and stews, pasta, pizza and focaccia, entrees, and desserts From silky bowls of noodles and inventive pizzas to decadent classics like lasagna and canolis, The Complete Italian Cookbook will have you tossing out your takeout menus and enjoying your best meals at home?just as the masters in the Old Country intended

An inspiring, all-American story from the former White House head chef, who made his way from a farm in rural Mississippi to West Point and a twenty-four-year military career, to holding one of the most prestigious culinary positions in the United States.

Business leaders often take actions that prop up earnings in the short term, but compromise their companies' long-term health. David Cote, the much-respected former leader of Honeywell International and one of the most successful CEOs of his generation, shares a simple, paradigm-shifting method of achieving both short- and long-term goals.

For entrepreneurs ready to reach the next level of success, small business owner turned multibillionaire Tilman Fertitta shares the commonsense principles that have rocketed his worldwide hospitality empire to the top.

Which kinds of companies will thrive and which will get crushed by the powerful forces in the global business landscape now at work? This groundbreaking new guide will help you adapt and change your business to thrive among digital giants, including Google, Facebook, and Amazon.

Discover your unique imprint for work that makes you come alive, fills you with meaning, joy, purpose, and possibility, then spend the rest of your life doing it.

Ribs, Ribs, Ribs will take your next backyard barbecue from so-so to stupendous. Ribs, Ribs, Ribs lets you experience the succulent, flavor-packed glory of all things ribs. Featuring over 100 recipes for the grill, oven, and smoker, mouthwatering sides, and delicious desserts to top it all off, family and friends will be giving their compliments to the chef. Popular the world over, these recipes reflect a mouthwatering bounty of international flavors. This is the perfect gift book for barbecue beginners and grilling masters alike. With Ribs, Ribs, Ribs achieve restaurant results from the comfort of home!

The most definitive guide to Cuban cigars: The Cuban Cigar Handbook profiles the history of cigars in Cuba and features an extensive guide to over 200 varieties.For more than two centuries, Cuban cigars have been heralded as the best cigars in the world. More than just a cigar, they're an art form, with tobacco growers and hand-rollers considered artists. Today, there are more than 200 varieties to discover, and this essential guide highlights each one. Featuring insights from industry experts like Gary Korb and Denis K. Toulouse, The Cuban Cigar Handbook presents an in-depth look at a wide range of fascinating topics, including: - a complete history of Cuban cigars - how to spot fakes - stories of celebrated cigar aficionados from Ernest Hemingway to Rudyard Kipling - the best Cuban rum to pair with a cigar - vivid descriptions of Cuba and its environs - dynamic profiles of growers, hand-rollers, and producers - and so much more! The Cuban Cigar Handbook tells the history of cigars in Cuba and includes an extensive guide to over 200 varieties. Tasting notes for all varieties of cigars explain what makes each type different from the others, and how to spot fakes. And should you get thirsty, this book also includes a guide for how best to pair Cuban cigars with Cuban rums. Light up a cigar, sit back, and read fascinating stories about notable cigar aficionados to learn what attracted the likes of Ernest Hemingway and Rudyard Kipling to Cuban cigars. The Cuban Cigar Handbook is the ideal gift for the cigar smoker in your life. This is the ultimate handbook for any burgeoning cigar enthusiast or seasoned connoisseur.

Dive deep into the world of sharks, the most fascinating and misunderstood marine animals on the planet, in this stunning new edition of The Shark Handbook, written by Shark Week expert, Dr. Greg Skomal.Did you know that a whale shark's spots are as unique as a fingerprint? Or that sharks can go into a trance when flipped upside down? Or that the Megallodon's mouth was 6 feet across? With The Shark Handbook, jump into brand new facts about these fierce sea creatures! Explore all of the orders of sharks, such as: - Ground sharks - Great white sharks - Mackerel sharks - Carpet sharks - and more! Learn about over 400 profiles of every shark in existence, from the first sharks living about 445 million years ago to the ones lurking in the ocean deep today. Starring spectacular, full-color photography that makes these jaw-dropping sharks come to life, this is the perfect gift for the shark enthusiast in your life. Dr. Greg Skomal, PhD is an experienced aquarist and Marine Fisheries Biologist at Martha's Vineyard Fisheries, Division of Marine Fisheries, Massachusetts. He's been keeping saltwater aquariums since childhood and has shared his extensive knowledge with viewers of National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, NBC's Today, and other media.

This recipe book features over 1,000 cocktails and will have you creating memorable cocktails in no time!From 3-ingredient drinks to mad-scientist mixology, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is any bartender's go-to resource. A clean, uncluttered design and extensive index makes finding drinks easy, whether you're searching by spirit or style. This in-depth guide will provide recommendations, tips, and techniques that will help you understand how to make the best cocktails at home and features: - Over 1,000 cocktail recipes that will have you understanding the craft of mixology - Necessary tools of the trade and where you can purchase everything you need - A guide to purchasing the perfect liquor and spirits for your at-home bar - An in-depth guide to ice, simple syrups, shrubs, and bitters to elevate your cocktails to the next level - Tips for mixing your drinks like a pro and adding the perfect garnish to top them off - Chapters dedicated specifically to each type of spirit, mocktails, and other non-alcoholic drinks - The history of over 100 classic cocktails - Recipes for hundreds of homemade ingredients; from syrups to blends, infusions, tinctures, foams, and more, you'll be crafting bespoke ingredients in no time The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is the perfect gift for anyone who likes to mix drinks ? it's the only cocktail book they'll ever need

Make time for the things that really matter in life. Find balance and happiness in your daily life, the Scandinavian way, with The Scandinavian Guide to Happiness!There's a reason Finland, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, and Sweden consistently rank as the top 5 happiest countries on earth! Find out the secrets to their happiness and fulfillment in The Scandinavian Guide to Happiness, which shares centuries of Nordic wisdom, including: - Lykke: Happiness is all around you (Denmark) - Lagom: Just the right amount-not too much, not too little (Sweden) - Fika: Taking daily coffee breaks and other comforting rituals (Sweden) - Hygge: Coziness brings comfort, courage, and happiness (Denmark) - Sisu: Everyday courage, grit, and determination & acting rationally in the face of adversity These basic principles will help you see how to have a happy life without buying anything, changing yourself, or making any other crazy drastic changes! Topics include Simplicity, Happiness, Health & Wellness, Relationships, Nature-Inspired Living, and more. Full of inspiring, encouraging ideas-and charming illustrations!-this thoughtful Scandinavian guide is sure to put a happy glow on your life.

The Mediterranean Cookbook features over 100 regional recipes that celebrate seasonal, healthy eating!

Girl Talk is the must-have advice book for girls navigating all things puberty and growing up!

Join Naomi Davis, creator of Love Taza, on adventures of marriage, motherhood, and family. By sharing her relatable experiences--in the endearing, intimate style millions appreciate--Naomi shows how to ignore the noise distracting you from living with purpose, to seek out the silver lining and focus on building a life you love.

Research shows you have a 50% chance of hiring the right employee... and a 50% chance of hiring the wrong one. It's a toss up, but it doesn't have to be.

Be inspired as you write alongside some of the most iconic space discovery missions in historyTake your creativity over the moon with this iconic notebook. Write alongside images NASA's greatest missions, from the Moon Landing to Mars, as well as quotes from the men and women who looked past our planet and into the stars. With a beautiful soft-leather cover embossed with the NASA logo, this notebook is the perfect gift for history lovers and future astronauts everywhere.

Embrace the keto lifestyle with over 200 effective and delicious recipes designed to improve your health.Unlike other diets, ketogenics is all or nothing. You need to be committed in order to convert your body from a carb-burning to a fat-burning mechanism. By building your meals and snacks around "good fat" and high-protein foods, you will not only lose weight but improve your overall health and mental focus. Eating in a very specific way doesn't mean you can't eat well. Sahil Makhija is a keto cooking rock star. But his band isn't the star of this show. With over 300,000 YouTube subscribers, the people have spoken about his yummy and accessible recipes. Inside this cookbook you'll find: - Over 200 recipes covering all meals, snacks, and desserts from Almond Flour Waffles to Buffalo Wings, Pulled Pork, Indian Butter Chicken, and Berry Swirl Cheesecake - A detailed explanation of ketogenics and tips and tricks for incorporating this lifestyle into your life - All original photography Whether you're new to this way of eating or are in need of fresh recipes to keep up ketosis, as well as keep your taste buds happy, embrace Keto Life!