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Twilight Saga The Complete Film Archive Memories Mementos & Other Treasures from the Creative Team Behind the Beloved Movie Series
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Robert Abele
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, January 06, 2013
If, like me, your passion for the Twilight books and movies is boundless then you need to own this book. My husband gave it to me for Christmas and I have spent hours poring over it and, once again, steeping myself in the movie world of Twilight. This book has been lovingly crafted and is filled, like a scrapbook, with pictures, momentoes and information that any "Twi-hard" would love. Enjoy!
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The Book Thief
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Markus Zusak
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, January 06, 2013
I had heard great things about this book and knew it had been a bestseller, so, when I struggled to get into it for the first few chapters I just kept reading. And boy, am I glad I did. Don't get me wrong; this is a book with difficult subject matter (it takes place in Nazi Germany and the narrator is death) but it's definitely worth the read (in my humble opinion). The story is compelling, the writing is excellent and I haven't ever seen another book put together style-wise like this one.
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Tiny Beautiful Things: Advice On Love & Life from Dear Sugar
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Cheryl Strayed
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, January 04, 2013
Throughout my life I've found that books are like people. Some books you enjoy, some books you hate, some books are difficult and some books are sweet and easy to spend time with for hours on end. Tiny Beautiful Things is that person that challenges you, comforts you and you just can't spend enough time with because they see all the way to your soul and they like what lives there. For me, Tiny Beautiful Things was as close to God Speak as I've read. It is filled with stories, cloaked in advice, that like a benevolent God, encourage you to stretch and grow, seek truth, question the status quo and always, always risk it all for love...
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A Homemade Life: Stories and Recipes from My Kitchen Table
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Molly Wizenberg
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, December 01, 2012
What a great read! I expected this book to be a fairly basic food-based memoir. In fact, it's a passionate love story. Love of food, love of family and finding true love. Oh, and did I mention that I dog-eared pretty much the whole book? I want to try ALL the recipes! Delish!
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Gathering Memoir of a Seed Saver
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Diane Ott Whealy
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, December 01, 2012
I'm a huge fan of Seed Savers Exchange (SSE) in Decorah, Iowa. They have insured that thousands of varieties of flowers, vegetables, fruits and now, heritage farm animals, do not go extinct. They are a remarkable organization and a real treat to visit if you ever get a chance. The author of this memoir is one of the founders of SSE and she chronicles the decades long journey of the organization. I enjoyed learning more about this beloved non-profit that is safe guarding the genetic diversity of so much of our food supply.
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Unthinkable True Story About The First D
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Scott Rigsby
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, December 01, 2012
The author of this book, Scott Rigsby, is a warrior of the body, mind and spirit. There is no other way I could describe someone whose legs were tore from him in his youth but persevered through tragedy, addiction and self doubt to become an Ironman. Scott is an inspiration and a true ambassador to the power of a BIG dream and faith.
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Pressure Perfect: Two Hour Taste in Twenty Minutes Using Your Pressure Cooker
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Lorna J. Sass
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, December 01, 2012
As always, I intend to start cooking more. But, when I get off work I'm STARVING so, more often then I like to admit, I'll grab something on the way home or just eat some cereal in front of the television. But now, I hope to try some of these recipes. They sound delicious and FAST! Time to bring out the pressure cooker!
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Grace to Race
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Sister Madonna Buder
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, December 01, 2012
Another inspiring read from my "Sports/Running" book stash! Sister Madonna Buder started running at the age of 52 and by her 80th year had completed 340 Triathlons (45 were Ironman competitions which is a 2.5 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, 26.2 run all performed in less then 17 consecutive hours). Sister Madonna is living proof that it's never too late to become an athlete and an inspiration. She is the embodiment of a line from "The Little Prince"..."Once you have discovered a gift it is your responsibility to use it'". Amen to that!
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Stork
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Wendy Delsol
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, December 01, 2012
Great fantasy book! A truly unique premise and well written. A quick, enjoyable read.
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MaryJanes Outpost Unleashing Your Inner Wild
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Maryjane Butters
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, December 01, 2012
Wowza! This book made me want to pack up and hit the campgrounds ASAP! A great book encouraging its readers to get outside and enjoy.
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Hit by a Farm: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Barn
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Catherine Friend
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, December 01, 2012
For me, writing doesn't get much better then this. Self-deprecating humor? Check. The joys and craziness of a long term relationship? Check. Cute animals? Check. I loved this memoir!
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My Two Moms Lessons of Love Strength & What Makes a Family
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Zach Wahls
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, December 01, 2012
At the beginning of 2012 I resolved to try and read 144 books. I would try to read 12 books a month in 12 different categories of my choosing. For most of my life I have read mainly fiction, mysteries and science fiction. I decided that this year I was going to drastically diversify and read a huge variety of books. One of my 12 categories is Gay and Lesbian literature/memoirs etc. Ordinarily, I wouldn't have ever read this book, but WOW am I glad I did! Zach Wahls is a young Iowan that was raised by his two moms, is an Eagle Scout, entrepreneur and now, due to his home state trying to outlaw gay marriage and/or civil unions, a civil rights advocate. Personally I feel that every American would be enriched, educated and inspired by reading this book. I know I was.
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The End of the World as We Know It: Scenes from a Life
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Robert Goolrick
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, December 01, 2012
Dark. Sorrowful. Tortured. Sometimes I'm not sure how people can go on when they have had such horrible events happen to them. I can't help but think it's a miracle that Robert Goolrick is alive, let alone such an incredible writer. (He is the author of one of my favorite books: The Reliable Wife) For me, this was an incredibly hard memoir to read. Of course, that doesn't compare to Mr. Goolrick's agony in living through such trauma. Read this memoir for its inescapable honesty and heart wrenching tale of survival. It will strip you to the bone with its searing portrayal of a childhood lost and a man forever affected by brutality.
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By the Iowa Sea
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Joe Blair
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, December 01, 2012
For me, this was a fantastic memoir. Mostly, it takes place in Iowa during the summer of 2008 when Cedar Rapids and surrounding communities were flooded. This is the very personal story of Joe Blair, his wife and their children. One of the Blair children, Michael, is profoundly autistic. He can only say one sentence in entirety. That sentence is, "I want more please." So, his parents have to start the guessing game of: more food?, more sleep? more hugs? more silence? More what??? This book is full of amazing imagery and emotional potency. For me, all I can say to Joe Blair is, "I want more please".
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The New York Regional Mormon Singles Halloween Dance
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Elna Baker
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, December 01, 2012
Before reading this memoir I knew very little about being a Mormon. I've been wondering more about the Mormon faith because one of our presidential candidates this year (2012)is a Mormon. I found this memoir to be compelling because of the insights into the Mormon faith, but also because it was extremely funny and honest. In the end this is a story of a woman questioning her faith and herself. I'm glad I got to come a long for part of her journey.
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Secret Garden Puffin Classics
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
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, December 01, 2012
Oh gosh, what a lovely book! I wish I had read this as a child because there is such wisdom in this little gem. Such as, our thoughts can either make us feel more alive or crush us depending on what we allow ourselves to think about. Also, (and luckily I discovered this early on) that there is Magic in being outside among growing things and creatures. In addition, this is a finely written book and a joy to read.
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Last American Man
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Elizabeth Gilbert
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, December 01, 2012
I'm a big fan of Elizabeth Gilbert's writing style; her writing appeals to me because it feels as if she is talking directly to me. Due to the fact that I'm a fan of Ms. Gilbert's, and always interested in the idea of living close to nature, I chose to read her biography about Eustace Conway. He's a complex and visionary man that believes that in order for Americans to be at their greatest they must return to nature and live as the American Indians or earliest American settlers once did. We can therefore be Real rather than products of our commercial, industrial and consumer driven culture. I enjoyed this book because it is a well written account of a unique and driven individual that some may view as a prophet and others may view as a somewhat backward social misfit. I encourage you to read this book and decide for yourself who Eustace Conway is and what he may, or may not, bring to our society.
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Fresh from the Vegetarian Slow Cooker 200 Recipes for Healthy & Hearty One Pot Meals That Are Ready When You Are
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Robin Robertson
marathongirl
, December 01, 2012
Okay, so, lesson learned. I should NEVER read a cookbook before bed. I want to eat!!! I think this is a great cookbook for everyone, vegetarian or not. Stuffed green peppers, bread pudding, chili, fancy oatmeal and a Spiced Hot Mocha I can't wait to try. (A pint of chocolate ice cream, coffee and brandy???) Time to go to the grocery store!
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What I Talk About When I Talk about Running
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Haruki Murakami, Philip Gabriel
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, December 01, 2012
I'm a runner and as I read this memoir I recognized bits of myself in Mr. Murakami. Like him, no one has asked me or ordered me to ever run, but, yet, I do. And, as he mentions, maybe it's a rather pointless act (nothing tangible is created) but the effort, the pain, the attainment of goals becomes the point. I run because it gives me more pleasure, more sanity then pain. And therein is a very compelling point.
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Emma
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Jane Austen
marathongirl
, December 01, 2012
First off, I'm glad that I read this classic work of fiction. It was well written, but where it tripped me up was it was almost entirely dialogue. I was a bit worn out by the constant talking! I have no idea what Emma or Mr. Knightly look like, no idea what their homes, village, friends, etc. sound/feel/smell/look like. There was no description! Just people talking and, sparingly, what Emma was thinking. Emma was a very unique reading experience for me.
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Letters of a Woman Homesteader
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Stewart, Elinore Pruitt
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, October 06, 2012
For me, this was an incredibly enjoyable book. The letters contained stories that were so rich and well written that I felt swept into the great Homesteading West. I am looking forward to reading more about Elinore Stewart. She is a true maverick and hero.
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