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  Rescuing Penny Jane - One...

  Amy Sutherland

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  Drawing on her work at a shelter, her experiences living with two rescue dogs of her own, and years of research, bestselling author and Boston Globe columnist Amy Sutherland takes us on an unforgettable journey into the special world of rescue and shelter dogs—and the growing number of dedicated people who are deeply invested in saving these precious lives. 
  Terrified Penny Jane; brassy but filthy Dixie Lou; tough-guy Dingo; and the crazed, nippy jester, Walter Joe. These are not your average cute-and-cared-for, well-trained pups—these are shelter dogs. Scared, aggressive, so painfully shy that they can’t look you in the eye, they have languished so long without attention that they are slipping into a dark place, and soon will no longer be able to bond with people. 
  A member of the elite corps of volunteers at Boston’s Animal Rescue League, Amy Sutherland began walking shelter dogs in 2001 and has patiently helped train canines with serious behavior problems. Rescuing Penny Jane is the story of her adventures with these remarkable dogs, from working at a shelter, helping dozens of animals discover that the right person can give them love, hope, and a whole new life, to adopting two rescue dogs of her own and fostering half a dozen more. In addition to her touching, funny, and insightful anecdotes, Sutherland travels the country talking to leading shelter experts, animal behaviorists, and activists. 
  An affecting, entertaining portrait of the relationships between shelter dogs and those who care for them, Rescuing Penny Jane is a book that dog lovers and all who care about animals will treasure.

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  Random Acts of Kindness by Animals

  Stephanie LaLand

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  In this heartwarming collection of true stories, animals of all kinds demonstrate the sort of love and caring that makes the world a better place.     Anyone who’s had a pet knows how affectionate and intelligent animals truly are. The stories collected in this volume highlight just a few of the incredible and inspiring ways in which they demonstrate their compassion. From the bravery of dogs to the devotion of dolphins, we humans could learn a lot from these beautiful tales. Along with random acts of kindness performed by animals, Stephanie LaLand also shares stories of humans who show their profound compassion for animals. These stories emphasize the unique bond that we share with animals and demonstrate just how powerful that relationship can be. In Random Acts of Kindness by Animals you will discover: ·       Inspiring true stories that will surprise you and warm your heart ·       Acts of genuine, selfless compassion performed by our beloved animals ·       The truth of the amazing connection between humans and animals

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  HowExpert Guide to Knitting -...

  HowExpert, Jeanne Torrey

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  If you want to learn how to knit, improve your knitting skills, and become a better knitter, then check out “HowExpert Guide to Knitting.” 
  Are you interested in learning to knit but are unsure of where to start? This book covers everything the beginning knitter needs to know and makes an excellent reference book for intermediate and experienced knitters alike. The techniques in this book are deconstructed and detailed in clear, easy-to-follow steps, along with instructions to create a swatch for practice. Five project patterns are included and cover the stitches and skills covered in the early chapters for maximum memorization and repetition. After working through this book, the knitter will know: 
  • Whether they prefer to use English or Continental style knitting 
  • How to hold the knitting needles and tension the yarn 
  • The differences between Straight Needles, Double Pointed Needles, and Circular Needles 
  • How to knit back and forth, or “flat” such as for scarves 
  • How to knit in circles, or “in the round” such as for hats 
  • How to use the Magic Loop and Traveling Loop methods in the round 
  • How to knit a swatch and determine proper gauge 
  • 2 Cast On methods to begin projects 
  • The Knit and Purl stitches 
  • 2 increase stitches, which add to the total stitch count 
  • 2 decreases stitches, which reduce the total stitch count 
  • 3 Bind Off methods to finish projects 
  Check out “HowExpert Guide to Knitting” and learn how to knit starting today! 
  About the Expert 
  Jeanne Torrey lives near Baltimore, Maryland, with her three kids, college BFF, and tuxedo cat. She has been knitting since 2010 and has knit more than 200 projects.l 
  HowExpert publishes quick ‘how to’ guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

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  The Missing Ingredient - The...

  Jenny Linford

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  “Brilliant and original . . . From slow feasts to fast food, Linford shows that, no matter what we are cooking, time is of the essence.” —Bee Wilson, TheSunday Times 
   
  The Missing Ingredient is the first book to consider the intrinsic yet often forgotten role of time in creating the flavors and textures we love. Through a series of encounters with ingredients, producers, cooks, artisans, and chefs, acclaimed author of The Chef’s Library Jenny Linford shows how, time and again, time itself is the invisible ingredient in our most cherished recipes. Playfully structured through different periods of time, the book examines the fast and slow, from the seconds it takes for sugar to caramelize to the centuries it takes for food heritage to be passed down from our ancestors. From the brevity of blanching and the days required in the crucial process of fermentation, to the months of slow ripening that make a great cheddar and the years needed for certain wines to reach their peak, Linford dissects each segment of time needed to cook—and enjoy—simple and intricate cuisine alike. Including vignettes from the immediacy of taste (seconds), the exactitude of pasta (minutes), and smoking and barbecuing meats (hours), to maturing cheese (weeks), infusing vanilla extract (months), and perfecting parmigiana and port (years), The Missing Ingredient is an enlightening and essential volume for foodies, bakers, home cooks, chefs, and anyone who appreciates a perfectly-executed dish. 
   
  “Something quite remarkable: a treatise on the single most vital and most overlooked element of food and cooking that’s as page-turning as a thriller. A glorious, essential addition to every food lover’s book shelves.” —Marina O’Loughlin, restaurant critic

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  Ribbonwork Gardens - The...

  Christen Brown

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  With just seven basic knots and stitches, you can add lovingly handmade details to everything you sew—from quilts to craft projects to fashion accessories. 
   
  Learn to make 122 exquisite floral elements with ribbon, using just seven basic knots and stitches. Create a stunning fabric landscape and fill it with beautiful ribbon blooms like sweet cottage daffodils, bold and bright dahlias, or perfect little sweet peas.  
   
  Suitable for every skill level, this indispensable guide shows you all the flower-making basics with plenty of how-to photos. It’s a complete compendium—with ribbon styles, selection and care, cutting charts, troubleshooting tips, and a gallery of inspirational ideas for using the floral vignettes you design.

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  Summary of Kevin Blackwood's...

  Falcon Press

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  Buy now to get the main key ideas from Kevin Blackwood's Play Blackjack Like the Pros 
    
  Out of all casino games, blackjack gives you the best odds against the house. In Play Blackjack Like the Pros (2005), Kevin Blackwood lays out his winning strategies, from the most popular ones to some that are more obscure and risky. Blackwood additionally offers camouflage tips for professional card counters and money management techniques. He also explores the pros and cons of international gambling and internet casinos. Whether you are a beginner or a more advanced player, he’s got a strategy for you.

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