In the tradition of School's First Day of School, debut author Keith Calabrese and Pura Belpr Award winner Juana Medina share a sweet, universal story about a clever little girl whose shoes are nervous about the first day of school. Today is a big day Today, Lena starts kindergarten. She is very e[...]
In 1960, burgeoning actress and defiant dreamer Lena Spencer opened a small, grassroots coffeehouse in the quaint upstate New York town of Saratoga Springs. Within her then-husband's plan to start the Caffe as a means for the couple to artistically flourish while "making enough money to retire in Eu[...]
According to Jose Stevens and Lena Stevens, business leaders and shamans share many important traits: the ability to solve problems, achieve goals, see the big picture, and forecast events. What their previous book, Secrets of Shamanism, did for the growth of the individual, The Power Path does for [...]
It's the natural inconsistencies--the accidental differences between one finished piece and another--that make hand-printed fabrics, papers, furniture, and works of art so interesting. The quirks are what show the maker's intimate involvement in the process, and it's that unique quality that first a[...]
Nicky Garratt's love of Arabian, Indian, and North African cuisine is obvious in this mouth-watering collection of vegan recipes. Challenging the notion that meals require a centerpiece--historically based around the kill from the hunt or domesticated herd--this recipe collection offers satisfying m[...]
Whatever the weather, a knitter's entire year-round wardrobe can be found right here in this book of wonderfully wearable fashions from designer Lena Maikon. Fresh and trendy without being too edgy, this collection of 17 designs includes Winter, Summer, medium-weight dresses, tops, skirts, jumpers a[...]
Weather the storms of life alongside nine modern couples who hope to make it to the altar someday. Be it a meeting in the wrong place at the right time, an accident that opens hardened hearts, or weather that seems to blow things off course, sometimes love needs a little divine intervention. Penned [...]
Gone are the days of a crafter only having a single interest. Between Design*Sponge, Apartment Therapy, Pinterest, and thousands of gorgeous blogs, today's makers are constantly inspired to make things by hand. All a crafter really needs are inspirational examples and excellent step-by-step instruct[...]
To get the full benefit of a yoga lifestyle, your food should be as light and healthy as possible, and with this new collection of delicious recipes tailored for yoga practitioners, eating right will be a breeze! "Yoga food" is packed with everything that your body craves: nutrients, antioxidants, f[...]
Lena's mum is expecting a new baby but Lena is more interested in her own concerns, most pressingly her quest for as many Scout badges as her sleeve can hold and having fun at Polish Club. When Lena's mum goes into labour, the midwife is caught in traffic and dad's out of range, Lena suddenly faces [...]
* Includes 15 original and inspiring projects * Ideal for beginner or seasoned sewers * Cheap and quick ideas with stunning results Whether you're a beginner sewer and want to test the crafty waters, an old hat with an odd bit of fabric you'd like to use up or just curious to discover what you can m[...]
The majority of adolescent stutterers have a long history of dysfluency and as they approach the final years of their schooling they may become apprehensive about their future, particularly in relation to further education, career options, job interviews etc. The treatment of this age group is furth[...]
Lena Santana has devised a collection of simple, beautifully made sewing projects that serve as a perfect introduction to dressmaking. With a comprehensive guide to choosing and using fabrics and a handy techniques section, beginners will be masters of sewing basics in no time. All of the projects r[...]
First-time novelist longlisted for Australia's top literary prize, the Miles Franklin Award. Interviewed in the Guardian. Shortlisted for two other prestigious awards. Insight into the world of music, ageing and drug-taking. The theremin was the first electronic musical instrument, invented in the 1[...]