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Sunday, November 22
Today's Dose by Steven from Albany, New York
Congratulations, Steven, for claiming your $20 gift certificate!
The Sons of the Dragon King: A Chinese Legend
by Ed Young
Steven's Comments
"[B]eautifully illustrated in a simple style that accents the story without distracting from it, and is a wonderful window into Chinese folklore and culture. But more importantly, it speaks to the fundamental truth that all children have their own strengths and their own path." ( read more)
Your price $16.95
New - Hardcover
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November 21
Selected by Jeremy from Downey, California Jeremy won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $60.
Out of Control: The New Biology of Machines, Social Systems, and the Economic World
by Kevin Kelly
Jeremy 's Comments:
"AWESOME READ. [T]his book covers so much ground; it's really accessible too. [R]eading this book really opens your mind. [F]or me as a designer it's a real source of design inspiration. It's great!" ( read more)
Your price $8.50
Used - Trade Paper
November 19
Selected by Kelly from Toms River, New Jersey
Secret Lives of Great Authors: What Your Teachers Never Told You about Famous Novelists, Poets, and Playwrights
by Robert Schnakenberg
Kelly's Comments:
"Very funny. Clever and insightful....a fun read for someone who loves English!" ( read more)
Your price $16.95
New - Trade Paper
November 17
Selected by Cynthia from Portland, Oregon
Water Steps
by A Lafaye
Cynthia's Comments:
"Just as Kyna’s adoptive parents fill her with stories of magical creatures from their native Ireland -- silkies, fairies and leprechauns -- her story has a hint of magic as well. You'll find yourself cheering for Kyna with every water step she takes. And you'll love the Irish myths woven into along with a little bit of mystery too.
Good discussion points for mother-daughter book clubs reading Water Steps include overcoming fears, friendship, acceptance, and courage. Recommended for book clubs with girls aged 9 to 12." ( read more)
Your price $3.95
Used - Trade Paper
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November 20
Selected by Richard from Mount Holly, New Jersey
Smoke and Spice:Cooking with Smoke, the Real Way to Barbecue (Revised Edition)
by Cheryl and Bill Jamison
Richard's Comments:
"This is a pleasure to read, and use. It starts with excellent guidance on equipment and techniques. This is followed by many easy-to-use recipes that are also great guides even for non-smoke cooking. And for fun there are lots of anecdotes and historical-fun boxes interspersed.
If you haven't done this style of cooking, this gem will convert you." ( read more)
Your price $7.98
Sale - Trade Paper
November 18
Selected by Bev from Portland, Oregon Bev won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $40.
The Girl Who Stopped Swimming
by Joshilyn Jackson
Bev's Comments:
"Joshilyn Jackson is the kind of writer we all dream of being. Every description contains scents and sounds and connections that leave the reader no choice but to become a part of the book. The plot of her book is compelling and sufficiently twisted, but the experience of living inside it is extraordinary." ( read more)
Your price $6.50
Used - Trade Paper
November 16
Selected by Mary from New York, New York Mary won a Powells.com gift certificate worth $60.
Pnin
by Vladimir Nabokov
Mary's Comments:
"[D]elightful novel, about an absent minded professor in a university almost totally at sea with his own preoccupations and research....[S]o well written and touching, a great Nabokovian gem." ( read more)
Your price $18.00
New - Hardcover
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