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All Too Well
0- Title: All Too Well
- Protagonist has a complicated history with her brother’s best friend, Lachlan West, who kissed her four years ago and then ghosted her
- She is assigned to write an article about former college athletes and discovers Lachlan, now a single dad, is her first interview
- Unfamiliar with sports, she travels to Ember Falls to face her feelings and challenges
- Lachlan, a grumpy former quarterback turned fireman, is initially reluctant to cooperate with the article
- She manages to persuade him to let her follow him for a few weeks, leading to an unexpected romance
- As their relationship deepens, they face emotional complications and the reality of her impending departure from Ember Falls
- The story explores themes of love, longing, and the desire for a different ending
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Enlightenment Politics: Hamilton, Adams, Jefferson
0- Intellectual history focusing on Alexander Hamilton, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson
- Examines their unique approaches to the Enlightenment and its impact on America
- Highlights the evolution of Hamilton’s idealism into a pragmatic statecraft
- Discusses Adams’s growing skepticism towards Enlightenment politics
- Explores Jefferson’s shift to a radical Romantic politics of principle
- Illustrates how these Founding Fathers shaped America’s political identity
- Emphasizes the American demand for a modern government with checks and balances
- Published by Hill and Wang on February 6, 2007, with 437 pages
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Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter
0- Character Limit” reveals the shocking inside story of Elon Musk’s $44 billion takeover of Twitter
- Written by New York Times technology reporters Kate Conger and Ryan Mac, the book explores the political, social, and financial implications of Musk’s actions
- The narrative portrays Musk as a powerful influencer on Twitter, with over 80 million followers, who sought to reshape the platform’s direction
- The book provides a vivid, cinematic account of Musk’s approach to Twitter, detailing his secret stock accumulation and contentious negotiations
- Exclusive interviews and internal documents offer a comprehensive perspective on the events surrounding Musk’s takeover
- The story raises critical questions about media control, narrative ownership, and the costs of power in today’s digital age
- The book has received acclaim from notable publications, highlighting its masterful storytelling and insightful analysis
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Stress Relief Adult Coloring Book: Animals & More
0- Contains 60 stunning coloring designs featuring animals, landscapes, flowers, patterns, and mushrooms
- Promotes relaxation and stress relief through the calming activity of coloring
- Features large 8.5 x 11 inches pages for ample coloring space
- Single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through of colors
- Ideal as a gift for occasions such as Easter, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
- Independently published on June 22, 2023, with a total of 106 pages
- Lightweight at 9.9 ounces, making it easy to handle and transport
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Ball Book of Canning and Preserving
0- Comprehensive canning guide with over 350 recipes for jams, pickles, salsas, and more
- Organized by technique, covering water bath and pressure canning, pickling, fermenting, freezing, dehydrating, and smoking
- Suitable for both beginners and experienced canners with straightforward instructions and advanced methods
- Thoroughly tested for safety and quality by thermal process engineers
- Includes classic recipes like Tart Lemon Jelly and fresh flavors like Asian Pear Kimchi
- Features special sidebars on seasonal fruits and vegetables, along with handy charts for processing times and temperatures
- Lushly illustrated with color photographs throughout the 368-page paperback
- Published by TI Inc. Books as an illustrated edition on May 31, 2016
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Here One Moment – Liane Moriarty (Audible)
0- New York Times Bestseller by Liane Moriarty, author of acclaimed novels like Big Little Lies and The Husband’s Secret
- A moving story about love, marriage, family, and navigating life’s uncertainties
- Set on a delayed flight where passengers grapple with their personal dilemmas and relationships
- A mysterious woman makes predictions about the passengers’ deaths, prompting them to reconsider their life choices
- Explores themes of fate, love, and the impact of knowledge on decision-making
- Features a cast of diverse characters, each with their own struggles and aspirations
- Known for Moriarty’s trademark wit and intricate plotting
- Encourages reflection on how to live fully when faced with the unknown
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The Keeper: Playing To Win Book 1
0- **Title:** The Keeper (Playing To Win Book 1)
- **Status:** Amazon Top 17 Bestseller
- **Main Characters:** Easton Hayes (handsome goalie) and the female protagonist (ice princess figure skater)
- **Plot Twist:** The female protagonist wakes up with Easton’s ring after a night in Vegas and faces complications when he refuses to annul their marriage
- **Conflict:** Families are upset, while friends try to play matchmaker
- **Themes:** Friendship, unexpected romance, and personal growth
- **Genre:** Spicy sports romance with humor and drama
- **Standalone:** Can be enjoyed independently from other books in the series
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Katie Daisy 2025 Floral Weekly Planner
0- Whimsical weekly planner featuring Katie Daisy’s watercolor illustrations of wildflowers and nature themes
- Compact size (5″ x 7″ when closed, 10″ x 7″ when open) ideal for handbags and travel
- Includes 12-month planner for January–December 2025, with bonus months for December 2024 and January 2026
- Wire-O binding allows for lay-flat convenience and easy writing
- Monthly and weekly spreads provide ample space for planning and journaling
- Habit-tracker tables with customizable trackers for personal goals
- Made sustainably, with paper sourced from recycled materials and certified forests
- Features hand-lettered quotes and illustrations, making it a perfect gift for nature lovers
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The Power Broker: Robert Moses Audiobook
0- Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of Robert Moses, a central figure in shaping 20th-century New York
- Reveals Moses as the most powerful man in New York City and State, influencing politics and public works
- Offers insights into historical figures including Alfred E. Smith, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Fiorello La Guardia
- Chronicles Moses’s rise from an idealistic young man to a dominating power outside the democratic framework
- Details his dual legacy of creating parks and infrastructure alongside contributing to urban sprawl and public housing failures
- Describes Moses’s unique governance through the Triborough Authority, operating independently of elected officials
- Highlights Moses’s 44-year reign in state politics and 34 years in city politics, overseeing $27 billion in public works
- Examines the eventual downfall of Moses’s reputation and influence by the press and political rivals
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A Walk in the Park – Audible Edition
0- Written by Kevin Fedarko, author of the bestseller The Emerald Mile
- Chronicles a 750-mile journey through the Grand Canyon, undertaken by Fedarko and photographer Pete McBride
- The adventure was initially perceived as a simple hike but turned out to be one of the toughest in the world
- The expedition lasted over a year and revealed the Grand Canyon’s complex wilderness and hidden dangers
- Encounters with long-distance hikers and Native American tribes provided insights into the canyon’s history and environmental challenges
- Explores the personal connection Fedarko has with the canyon through family history, particularly with his dying father
- Highlights the beauty and magic of the Grand Canyon while advocating for its preservation
- A mix of adventure, reflection, and a call to action for protecting America’s natural treasures
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Crayons Quit: A Day of Color
0- A hilarious and colorful #1 New York Times bestselling children’s book
- Follows Duncan, who discovers his crayons have quit due to their frustrations
- Features engaging text by Drew Daywalt and vibrant illustrations by Oliver Jeffers
- Ideal gift for new parents, baby showers, or back-to-school occasions
- Praised by various organizations including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Goodreads
- Winner of the E.B. White Read-Aloud Award
- Recommended for children aged 3 to 6 years, suitable for preschool to 3rd grade
- Hardcover edition with 40 pages, published by Philomel Books
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101 Fun Phonics Lessons for Kids
0- Comprehensive plan featuring 101 fun phonics lessons to teach children how to read
- Engaging activities including coloring, mazes, and word searches based on the science of reading
- Promotes foundational literacy skills and encourages excitement for reading
- Interactive phonics games designed to keep early readers engaged and motivated
- Includes parent and teacher resources with scripts to guide learning sessions
- Utilizes research-based teaching strategies for effective practice and independence
- Suitable for children aged 3 to 5 years, helping to bridge learning between school years
- Published by Callisto Kids with 222 pages of colorful and educational content
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The Anxious Generation: Childhood and Mental Illness
0- Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller addressing youth mental health crisis linked to smartphones and social media
- Investigates the decline of play-based childhood and its replacement by phone-based childhood since the early 2010s
- Highlights sharp increases in depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide rates among adolescents since the early 2010s
- Explores the impact of social media on girls and boys, noting specific detrimental effects and withdrawal into virtual worlds
- Presents over a dozen mechanisms that disrupt children’s social and neurological development, including addiction and loneliness
- Offers a clear call to action with four proposed rules to combat the mental health epidemic
- Advocates for collective responsibility from parents, teachers, tech companies, and governments to restore healthier childhoods
- Written by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, known for his data-driven insights and tackling difficult societal issues
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Good Inside: Guide to Parenting – Audible
0- Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller and recognized by Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Indie Bestseller lists
- Written by Dr. Becky Kennedy, a popular parenting expert known as “Dr. Becky
- Offers a compassionate and practical guide to raising resilient and emotionally healthy children
- Focuses on connecting with kids rather than traditional behavior-shaping techniques like reward charts and time-outs
- Provides actionable strategies to help parents overcome feelings of uncertainty and self-blame
- Addresses specific parenting challenges such as sibling rivalry, separation anxiety, and tantrums
- Aims to empower parents with a new approach to childrearing, fostering self-regulation and confidence in kids
- Encourages a supportive environment for overwhelmed parents seeking to improve their parenting experience
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Heir of Fire: Throne of Glass 3
0- Title: Heir of Fire, Book 3 in the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas
- Narrated by Elizabeth Evans and published by Bloomsbury
- Celaena Sardothien confronts her darkest truth while traveling to a new land
- A new threat emerges, posing danger to Celaena’s world and future
- She must harness her inner demons and find the strength to fight evil forces
- The story follows Celaena’s transformation from woman to warrior
- This installment continues her epic journey and personal growth
- A compelling mix of adventure, magic, and self-discovery awaits readers
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Ask Not: The Kennedys and Their Impact
0- Instant New York Times Bestseller and #1 Sunday Times (UK) Bestseller
- Written by bestselling author Maureen Callahan, described as a “harrowing, incendiary” exposé
- Explores the Kennedy family’s legacy of misogyny, murder, and mayhem
- Reveals a history of abuse, scandal, and exploitation involving women and girls associated with the Kennedys
- Highlights the stories of notable women such as Jacqueline Onassis, Marilyn Monroe, and others whose experiences have been overshadowed
- Aims to restore the voices of women in the Kennedy narrative and acknowledges those who suffered without recognition
- Combines explosive reporting with engaging prose, offering a fresh perspective on a significant part of American history
- Scheduled for publication on July 2, 2024, by Little, Brown and Company
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Nuclear War Scenario
0- **Title**: Nuclear War: A Scenario by Annie Jacobsen
- **Bestseller Status**: Instant New York Times and Los Angeles Times bestseller
- **Awards**: Longlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize
- **Theme**: Explores the potential catastrophic consequences of nuclear war and its triggers
- **Research Basis**: Features insights from exclusive interviews with military and civilian experts
- **Urgency**: Examines critical decision-making processes in the minutes following a nuclear missile launch
- **Publisher Information**: Published by Dutton on March 26, 2024
- **Format**: 400 pages, available in various formats including text-to-speech and supported for screen readers
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Blind Spots: Medicine’s Missteps and Health Impact
0- Written by Dr. Marty Makary, a Johns Hopkins medical expert and New York Times bestselling author
- Explores the consequences of medical groupthink and misinformation on public health
- Discusses the rise of peanut allergies linked to outdated pediatric recommendations
- Critiques historical mistakes in modern medicine, such as the opioid crisis and the demonization of natural fats
- Highlights the dangers of liberal antibiotic prescriptions leading to drug-resistant bacteria
- Examines critical health topics including the microbiome, nutrition, and longevity
- Aims to reveal blind spots in modern medicine and address urgent issues in the healthcare system
- Published by Bloomsbury Publishing, with a hardcover format of 288 pages
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2025 United States Coins Redbook Guide
0- 2025 edition of “A Guide Book of United States Coins” (Redbook) with updated pricing and auction records
- Contains 472 pages, over 2,000 images, and more than 7,600 listings with 32,500+ coin prices
- Trusted by collectors since 1946, with over 25 million copies sold
- Covers a wide range of coins, tokens, medals, and collectibles from early colonial to modern issues
- Provides valuable articles on investing, grading, and detecting counterfeits
- Features essays on the history of American coinage and insights into the rare-coin market
- Convenient spiral-bound format allows it to lay flat for easy reference
- Full color with dimensions of 7.7″ x 6″ x 1.25
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Sisters in Law: O’Connor & Ginsburg’s Impact
0- Dual biography of Supreme Court Justices Sandra Day O’Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg
- Explores their groundbreaking contributions to women’s rights and modern feminism
- Highlights their contrasting backgrounds: Republican vs. Democrat, Christian vs. Jew, and different regional upbringings
- Combines legal insights with personal anecdotes to illustrate their friendship and collaboration
- Covers significant legal issues like employment discrimination, abortion, and sexual harassment
- Meticulously researched, offering a compelling narrative that is both informative and engaging
- Praised by notable figures for its thoroughness, readability, and emotional depth
- Published by Harper in September 2015, with a total length of 421 pages
