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  • Book cover of Murder in Marshall's Bayou

    Dassas Cormier returns to Marshall's Bayou in the spring of 1924 to find that his old friend Red Doucet has been murdered. Grace, the only woman Dass has ever loved, is also back in Marshall's Bayou, and she wants him to look for her missing husband. He's surprised when his search leads to another murder. Are the two murders linked? More important, is Grace involved?

  • Book cover of The Not-So-High Seas

    In the fall of 1926, a crime wave in Marshall's Bayou sparks talk of pirate ghosts. Police Chief Dassas Cormier knows the thieves are flesh and blood, but he isn't too worried until one of Marshall's Bayou's residents is found dead in his own home. Surprisingly, the thieves are indeed pirates—more or less—and they manage to capture Dassas. The leader of the band, Sid, carries a knife she doesn't hesitate use. Can Dassas survive captivity while piecing together the murder? And can he manage not to fall for the pack of vagabonds with hard-luck stories?

  • Book cover of Holistic Wellness
    Sarah Baker

     · 2020

    Enrich your life with empowering insights and tools for holistic wellness No matter where you are in your wellness journey, it's important to take special care of every part of your being. Holistic Wellness teaches you how to build a comprehensive self-care routine that will nurture your emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual self so you can truly thrive. Cultivate sustainable, lifelong wellness practices with support, guidance, and exercises for fostering overall health and well-being. Take a deep dive into the three key areas of holistic wellness—mind, body, and spirit—exploring how you can flourish by practicing self-inquiry and self-care. Holistic Wellness includes: The pillars of wellness—Learn foundational concepts to help you grow your wellness practice, like cultivating mindfulness, honoring your unique body, and creating sacred spaces. Personal action plans—Develop your own customized wellness roadmaps with guided self-inquiry questions to help you set your intention and create detailed action plans. Mindfulness meditations—Explore meditations, affirmations, and activities that help you bring mindfulness to every area of your life. When you need a detailed roadmap for your path to personal growth, let Holistic Wellness be your guide.

  • Book cover of Vegetarian Cookbook for Teens
    Sarah Baker

     · 2020

    Be good to your body, animals, and the planet—vegetarian cooking for teens Whatever your reason for exploring vegetarian cooking—your love of animals, reducing your carbon footprint, or the variety of health benefits—the Vegetarian Cookbook for Teens will show you that meatless cooking goes way beyond a life of sprouts and salads. In fact, vegetarian cooking can be fun, easy, flavorful, and lead to a lifetime of wellness. This cookbook for teens is filled with delicious recipes like Sweet Walnut Apple Salad and Avocado Chickpea Pasta Bowl that will help you gain confidence in the kitchen, regardless of experience, with step-by-step guidance. From how to create a savory breakfast burrito in five minutes flat, to how to simmer up a hearty vegetarian chili with your own creative twist, these delicious creations may even encourage your parents, siblings, and friends to move to more of a vegetarian lifestyle. Inside the Vegetarian Cookbook for Teens you'll find: New chefs welcome—Do you know the difference between boiling and simmering or what tools you'll need?—You will now. Naturally tasty—Discover 100 recipes that are made up of wholesome and natural ingredients yet never sacrifice taste. Earth-healthy—This cookbook for teens includes interesting facts about vegetarian nutrition, including how a plant-based diet helps the environment. Take control of what's going into your growing body with the Vegetarian Cookbook for Teens.

  • Book cover of Timberline Lodge

    "Timberline is a ski lodge on the sloped of Mt. Hood, Oregon, only 65 miles from Portland. Between 1936 and 1938 and in the middle of the Great Depression, it was hand built and furnished through the Works Progress Administration. When Pres. Franklin Roosevelt came to Oregon in 1937 to dedicate the lodge, its significance as a New Deal success was confirmed. Timberline stands today as an icon of New Deal art and Cascadian architecture. Its rustic style is complemented by locally sourced and handmade wood furniture, wrought iron furnishings, and textiles. Designated as a National Historical Landmark, the lodge, a living museum, is one of Oregon's most visited sites. It is managed for the public by the US Forest Service and operated as a ski area, hotel, and tourist attraction by R.L.K. and Company." --

  • Book cover of The Babes In The Basket Or, Daph and Her Charge

    Embark on an Enchanting Journey with "The Babes in the Basket" by Sarah S. Baker Welcome to the whimsical world of "The Babes in the Basket" where adventure awaits at every turn and the bonds of family are put to the test. Join Daphne, affectionately known as Daph, as she takes on the responsibility of caring for her young charge in this heartwarming tale by Sarah S. Baker. An Endearing Tale: Set in a quaint village nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, "The Babes in the Basket" follows the journey of Daphne as she navigates the joys and challenges of caring for her younger siblings. From heartwarming moments of laughter to poignant reflections on love and sacrifice, Baker's narrative captivates readers of all ages. Character Development: As the story unfolds, readers are introduced to a charming cast of characters, each with their own quirks and personalities. From the spirited Daphne to the mischievous youngest sibling, Baker's vivid characterizations breathe life into the pages of the book, making it easy to connect with their joys and struggles. Themes of Family and Resilience: At its core, "The Babes in the Basket" explores themes of family bonds, resilience, and the power of love to overcome adversity. Through Daphne's unwavering determination to protect and care for her siblings, Baker delivers a poignant message about the strength that lies within the bonds of family. Whimsical Adventures: From charming encounters with friendly villagers to unexpected twists and turns along the way, "The Babes in the Basket" is filled with delightful adventures that will leave readers enchanted. Whether it's a daring escapade through the forest or a heartwarming reunion with loved ones, each moment is infused with a sense of wonder and magic. A Timeless Classic: Originally published in [year], "The Babes in the Basket" has enchanted generations of readers with its timeless charm and endearing characters. Baker's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions transport readers to a bygone era, where innocence and imagination reign supreme. As you journey through the pages of "The Babes in the Basket," you'll be swept away by its enchanting tale of love, family, and the power of the human spirit. Whether you're seeking an escape into a world of whimsy or simply looking to rediscover the joys of childhood, this beloved classic is sure to leave a lasting impression.

  • Book cover of Insiders' Guide® to Omaha & Lincoln

    A first edition, Insiders' Guide to Omaha & Lincoln is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to Lincoln and the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro areas. Written by a local (and true insider), this guide offers a personal and practical perspective of the Omaha, NE, Lincoln, NE, Council Bluffs, IA, and its surrounding environs.

  • Book cover of Catching Gracie
    Sarah Baker

     · 2016

    Catching Gracie is the story about the trials, fears, and disappointments the Bakers had as they searched for their small black-and-tan dachshund, Gracie. The very first day at her new home, Gracie escaped from her kennel into a strange new world to her. She trusted no one. Afraid and bewildered, Gracie ran fast into the woods where coyotes roam. Other wild animals larger than Gracie also lived there. This was a very dangerous place for a small dachshund. The story relates the many situations and anxious days the Bakers spent while trying to catch Gracie.

  • Book cover of Community Custodians of Popular Music's Past
    Sarah Baker

     · 2017

    This book examines do-it-yourself (DIY) approaches to the collection, preservation, and display of popular music heritage being undertaken by volunteers in community archives, museums and halls of fame globally. DIY institutions of popular music heritage are much more than ‘unofficial’ versions of ‘official’ institutions; rather, they invoke a complex network of affect and sociality, and are sites where interested people – often enthusiasts – are able to assemble around shared goals related to the preservation of and ownership over the material histories of popular music culture. Drawing on interviews and observations with founders, volunteers and heritage workers in 23 DIY institutions in Australasia, Europe and North America, the book highlights the potentialities of bottom-up, community-based interventions into the archiving and preservation of popular music’s material history. It reveals the kinds of collections being housed in these archives, how they are managed and maintained, and explores their relationship to mainstream heritage institutions. The study also considers the cultural labor of volunteers in the DIY institution, arguing that while these are places concerned with heritage management and the preservation of artefacts, they are also extensions of musical communities in the present in which activities around popular music preservation have personal, cultural, community and heritage benefits. By looking at volunteers’ everyday interventions in the archiving and curating of popular music’s material past, the book highlights how DIY institutions build upon national heritage strategies at the community level and have the capacity to contribute to the democratization of popular music heritage. This book will have a broad appeal to a range of scholars in the fields of popular music studies, musicology, ethnomusicology, archive studies and archival science, museum studies, critical heritage studies, cultural studies, cultural sociology and media studies.

  • Book cover of A Sermon preach'd at the Quakers-Meeting-House in Coles-Ally ... on ... June 22d, 1707 ... upon the sufferings of Jesus Christ, etc