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I Am the Cheese (Large Print) by Robert Cormier Staff Pick Part mystery and part drama, this young adult classic from the righteous '70s (it was published right after Jimmy Carter took office) is weird, thrilling, surprising, provocative, and sophisticated. But the bicycling scenes are my favorite — long before fancy gears and panniers, our hero Adam treks across New England on a journey to save his life, measuring miles by junk food. Your price: $12.25 New - Trade Paper 
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Wedlock by Wendy Moore Staff Pick Based on probably the most scandalous divorce case of the late 18th century, Wedlock definitely makes for compelling and engrossing reading. William Thackeray was so fascinated by the proceedings that he based his novel Barry Lyndon on it. If you're looking for a well-researched and dramatic history book about spousal abuse, this is the book for you. List Price $25.95 Your price: $23.03 Palm Reader Ebooks - Electronic
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The Cannabis Grow Bible: The Definitive Guide to Growing Marijuana for Recreational and Medical Use by Greg Green Staff Pick My coworkers and I often joke about how most marijuana horticulture books look like they were published in someone’s garage. Poor print quality, black-and-white photos, and countless typos can turn an otherwise useful and informative guide into a white elephant gift. Imagine my surprise when I first laid eyes on the latest edition of Greg Green's Cannabis Grow Bible. Not only is it absolutely packed with information (on seed selection, propagation, growing methods and supplies, harvesting, troubleshooting, and what to do with the final product), but it's also downright pretty. Glossy pages, color photos, and 500+ pages of detailed and accessible information make this a must-have for novices and experts alike. Your price: $25.00 New - Trade Paper
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Nurtureshock: New Thinking about Children by Po Bronson Staff Pick Extraordinarily well-researched, Nurtureshock will change the way you parent or teach! I'm not either of those things, but it definitely changed the way I think about kids. Fascinating, gripping, and really a must-have for everyone who deals with kids. Your price: $34.98 New - Compact Disc
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Nurtureshock: New Thinking about Children by Po Bronson Staff Pick Here it is! The first book that kicked off the beloved Mr. Men and Little Miss series we all remember from our childhood. Check out Mr. Tickle as he tickles his way across town, endlessly amusing himself! Your price: $34.98 New - Compact Disc
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Calm and Compassionate Children: A Handbook by Susan Dermond Staff Pick My son is only one year old, but I started reading Calm and Compassionate Children in the aisles and couldn't put it down. Though the author's anecdotes often involve school-aged children, her philosophy works for every family member. This is as much a guide to being more aware of our own behavior as it is a guide to fostering trust, empathy, and integrity in our kids. It's a very quick read, full of practical advice and not one page of useless statistical filler. List Price $15.95 Your price: $9.95 Used - Trade Paper
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Infidel by Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Staff Pick Ali's memoir Infidel reveals an extraordinary woman who survived a harrowing early life, fled to the Netherlands to escape an arranged marriage, and was elected to that country's Parliament before death threats landed her under 24-hour guard. Not every reader will agree with her political and religious positions, but her intelligence, resilience, and courage are inspiring. I was deeply moved by her response, near the end of the book, to questions of what it is like to live with death threats. She recites her many brushes with death, from the moment of her birth onward, and concludes, "Even with bodyguards and death threats I feel privileged to be alive and free." It is to her credit that she dedicated herself to bringing that freedom to other oppressed women. List Price $15.00 Your price: $13.31 Adobe Digital Editions - Electronic
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Food for Thought: Thought for Food: A Reflection on the Creative Universe of Ferran Adria by Richard Hamilton Staff Pick Food for Thought: Thought for Food is possibly the most aptly titled book ever. Reading it is akin to attending a salon with people discussing the amazing adventure of eating at elBulli. Ferran Adria's elBulli is the world's most difficult-to-get-into restaurant, so unless you are able to make your reservations under the name Hervé This or Grant Achatz, this book may be as close as you can get to dining there. It has a fun layout, starting with Matt Groening's cover illustration of Adria and ending with a fold-out timeline of the history of Western haute cuisine. Your price: $44.95 New - Hardcover
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Footnotes in Gaza: A Graphic Novel by Joe Sacco Staff Pick Joe Sacco brings a completely unique voice to journalism. He lives with those most under fire in the unending conflicts in Palestine and Bosnia, describing events through meticulous, painstaking cartooning. In Footnotes in Gaza, Sacco investigates a decades old incident that epitomized the Israeli-Palestinian struggle, a tragedy made relevant and current through remarkable storytelling.... (read more) Your price: $29.95 New - Hardcover
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The Knitter's Book of Wool: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding, Using, and Loving This Most Fabulous Fiber by Clara Parkes Staff Pick Before I became a knitter, I thought wool was that scratchy, stinky fiber that the hand-me-down sweaters I received from my cousin were made of, and that my life would go along just fine if I never owned a wool garment ever again. Once I began my knitting life, I couldn't imagine not having wool strewn all over my house. Clara Parkes's second book, The Knitter's Book of Wool, pays homage to the versatile fiber and is a loving display of wool in all its forms. From sheep to yarn shop, wool takes a fascinating journey, one that many people, knitters and non-knitters alike, have probably never given much thought to. Not only does this book have a discussion of more than 35 breeds of sheep and the wool they produce, it also includes patterns that are specific to each type of wool. If you have ever been befuddled by the many types of wool and their various uses, fear no more! This book will be your lifesaver.... (read more) Your price: $30.00 New - Hardcover
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The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger Staff Pick "Inspired by her grandparents' love story in which the grandmother outlived her husband by nearly three decades, Niffenegger has invented Henry and Clare, and their unique and complicated love story involving the ability to live in the past and future in... (read more) List Price $14.95 Your price: $7.98 Sale - Trade Paper
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Princess Hyacinth: The Surprising Tale of a Girl Who Floated by Florence Parry Heide and Lane Smith Staff Pick A whimsical tale about a floating princess, a balloon man, and a kite-flying boy named Boy... what's not to love? An excellent story, gorgeous illustrations, and a clever design make this unconventional princess book a must-have. It's light hearted and... (read more) List Price $17.99 Your price: $11.50 Used - Hardcover
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