The Titanic: Lost...and Found (Step into Reading Books Series: A Step 3 Book)
Titanic. Just the name evokes tales of the doomed ship that have captivated people of all ages for more than 100 years. Early readers will enjoy this exciting account of the world's most famous disaster-at-sea and the discovery of it's remains many years later. Step 4 books are perfect for independent readers who are confident with simple sentences and are just starting to tackle paragraphs.
Basic Obedience For Humans
Dogs understand the world in ways humans often overlook, and this gap in communication leads to confusion, frustration, and unwanted behaviours. In this unique and entertaining guide, Astro, a trained search and rescue dog, becomes your instructor and reveals the secrets behind how dogs think, learn, and interpret human actions. Through vivid illustrations and a comic-style narrative, readers discover the science behind canine senses, instincts, behaviour, and emotional responses.Astro explains why dogs react the way they do, how they view their environment, and what they truly need from the humans in their lives. From understanding packs and personal space to mastering essential commands, motivation techniques, and daily routines, this book transforms dog training from a struggle into a shared experience of clarity and cooperation. It is an accessible companion for every pet owner and an engaging introduction for families, new dog parents, and anyone curious about the canine mind.Presented through humour, storytelling, and real-world expertise, this guide makes the principles of dog behaviour simple to understand and enjoyable to learn. Discover how to build trust, strengthen your bond, and communicate with your dog in a way that finally makes sense to both species. Learn to see the world through a dog's eyes and become the human your dog has always hoped for.
In Kinship with Dogs
Silvia Jay has been dedicated to understanding and working with dogs since 1995. In her captivating book, "In Kinship with Dogs", she beautifully explains how our inter-species paradise has been troubled and this book's purpose is to change that. This book delves into the intricate dynamics of our relationship with dogs, examining how it is, how it should be, and the parallels and divergences between our species. The book is divided into four parts, each rich with sub-chapters filled with engaging stories, real-life cases, analogies, and metaphors. The content is designed to be accessible, practical, and relatable, written in a way that speaks directly to the reader. This book is for anyone who loves dogs and seeks to deepen their understanding of our four-legged friends. Silvia Jay believes it is time for us to truly become a dog's best friend, so they can be ours. If you share this sentiment, "In Kinship with Dogs" will guide you toward that goal.
Think Like Your Dog
When dogs struggle, they're often labelled as difficult, reactive, stubborn, or problematic. But behaviour rarely appears without reason - and it almost never comes out of nowhere.In Think Like Your Dog, Animal Psychologist and Trainer Amy Curran invites readers to step out of judgement and into understanding. Drawing on decades of lived experience with dogs across breeding, training, performance, and real-life homes, Amy reframes behaviour as communication shaped by stress, emotion, environment, and change.This is not a book about control, dominance, or quick fixes. It's a grounded, compassionate guide to recognising why dogs behave the way they do - and how well-intentioned expectations, pressure, and misunderstanding can quietly push them beyond their capacity to cope.Through clear explanations and real-life insight, Think Like Your Dog explores: why tolerance is often mistaken for calmhow stress and environment drive behaviourwhy punishment fails to create lasting safetyhow life changes and social pressure affect dogswhat ethical, effective support actually looks likeWritten for dog owners, professionals, and anyone who wants to build safer, more respectful relationships with dogs, this book offers a steady alternative to blame and urgency.Understanding behaviour doesn't lower standards.It raises them - earlier, calmer, and with far better outcomes.
Think Like Your Dog
When dogs struggle, they're often labelled as difficult, reactive, stubborn, or problematic. But behaviour rarely appears without reason - and it almost never comes out of nowhere.In Think Like Your Dog, animal psychologist and trainer Amy Curran invites readers to step out of judgement and into understanding. Drawing on decades of lived experience with dogs across breeding, training, performance, and real-life homes, Amy reframes behaviour as communication shaped by stress, emotion, environment, and change.This is not a book about control, dominance, or quick fixes. It's a grounded, compassionate guide to recognising why dogs behave the way they do - and how well-intentioned expectations, pressure, and misunderstanding can quietly push them beyond their capacity to cope.Through clear explanations and real-life insight, Think Like Your Dog explores: why tolerance is often mistaken for calmhow stress and environment drive behaviourwhy punishment fails to create lasting safetyhow life changes and social pressure affect dogswhat ethical, effective support actually looks likeWritten for dog owners, professionals, and anyone who wants to build safer, more respectful relationships with dogs, this book offers a steady alternative to blame and urgency.Understanding behaviour doesn't lower standards.It raises them - earlier, calmer, and with far better outcomes.
Grow Great Vegetables in Washington
Through Washington's rain or shine, you can grow gorgeous, fresh vegetables! Grow Great Vegetables in Washington is the must-have guide to growing food in one of our greenest states! Expert gardener Lorene Edwards Forkner shares tips and techniques tailored to The Emerald State, empowering readers with trusted, solid vegetable gardening knowledge. Start off on the best foot in your quest to grow an irresistible, edible bounty year after year with thorough detailing of gardening basics, localized gardening information tailored to each month of the year, handy planting and harvesting charts, and 38 thoughtfully selected and detailed plant profiles. Gardeners of all experience levels will be equipped to feed themselves and their loved ones the freshest fruits and veggies year-round.
Grow Great Vegetables in Oregon
Through Oregon rain or shine, you can grow gorgeous, fresh vegetables! Grow Great Vegetables in Oregon is the must-have guide to growing food in The Beaver State! Expert gardener Lorene Edwards Forkner shares tips and techniques tailored to this often rainy state, empowering readers with trusted, solid vegetable gardening knowledge. Start off on the best foot in your quest to grow an irresistible, edible bounty year after year with thorough detailing of gardening basics, localized gardening information tailored to each month of the year, handy planting and harvesting charts, and 35 thoughtfully selected and detailed plant profiles. Gardeners of all experience levels will be equipped to feed themselves and their loved ones the freshest fruits and veggies year-round.
Lawn Care for Dummies
The beginner-friendly guide to creating a lush and thriving lawn With Lawn Care For Dummies you get the know-how you need to grow a great lawn, improve an existing lawn, or keep your lawn healthy. You'll learn all about the different types of grasses, including where they grow best and what they need to thrive. This book also walks you through the process of installing sprinklers and other irrigations systems, so you'll be set up for grassy success. Then, get advice on figuring out the maintenance schedule that works best for you--watering, fertilizing, mowing, dethatching, aerating, overseeding, and beyond. You also get insight into how to do all of this with an eye on minimizing water need and keeping the rest of the environment healthy. Create the best lawn for your climate and your personal lawncare style Optimize your upkeep with pro tips on when, how much, and how often Get troubleshooting guidance for damaged lawns, and get rid of pests, diseases, and weeds Improve the health of your lawn with easy-to-follow advice This updated edition of Lawn Care For Dummies is perfect for the everyday lawn owner, soon-to-be owner, and DIY lawn care advocate looking to grow a better lawn without breaking the bank.
Can't I Just Get It Together? How to Handle People, Problems, and Everything They Didn't Teach You in School
Many adults reach a point where life feels harder than it should. Conversations feel awkward. Work relationships are draining. Everyday responsibilities pile up without clear instructions. And despite best efforts, it can feel like everyone else got a manual you somehow missed.This book is a practical guide to the soft skills adults are expected to know-but are rarely taught. It covers communication, emotional awareness, boundaries, confidence, self-advocacy, considered decision-making, and navigating everyday interactions with clarity and calm. Rather than offering rigid rules or personality makeovers, the book focuses on understanding how social and emotional systems work, so readers can move through life with greater ease and intention.Written for adults who are thoughtful, capable, and trying their best, this guide acknowledges that many struggles are not personal failures, but gaps in instruction. Through clear explanations, relatable examples, and supportive guidance, readers learn how to handle conflict, manage stress, communicate needs, and build healthier relationships at work, at home, and in their communities.Part of the Can't I Just...? series, this book offers a reassuring, practical approach to adult life-one that respects autonomy, intelligence, and lived experience, while providing the tools needed to function with confidence in a complex world.
Red Is My Heart
A moving, evocative exploration of heartbreak and healing in Paris, told through words and images in this stunning collaboration with French street artist Le Sonneur "Enchanting. . . A heartbroken lover's obsession with his ex is reflected in both images and words" -- Washington Post How can you mend a broken heart? Do you write a letter to the woman who left you--and post it to an imaginary address? Buy a new watch, to reset your life? Or get rid of the jacket you wore every time you argued, because it was in some way responsible? Combining the wry musings of a rejected lover with playful drawings in just three colours--red, black and white--one of France's best-selling authors has collaborated with renowned street artist Le Sonneur to create a striking addition to the literature of unrequited love, and a moving, evocative exploration of heartbreak in one of the world's great cities. In this playful, poignant series of musings, a nameless narrator remembers a love affair just gone, watches the flight they were due to take to New York depart, sends flowers to a woman who died a century ago, smokes ostentatiously in front of No Smoking signs, and takes solace from the endless distractions and beauty of the city he calls home, Paris. If he walks these streets long enough--the streets of the City of Light, City of Love--he may find himself ready to love again.
Flow Hive's Book of Bees and Beekeeping
Transform your backyard into a thriving bee paradise with this comprehensive beekeeping guide from Stuart and Cedar Anderson, the father-and-son team behind the world's most successful beekeeping invention.Including... Complete beginner set-up: Start your first hive in any space, including rooftops, courtyards and balconiesYear-round bee care: How to care for your bees throughout the seasons whatever part of the world you live inStep-by-step honey harvesting: Extract liquid gold simply and without harming your beesExpert pest control: Latest treatments and prevention methodsTroubleshooting solutions: Advice for common beekeeping challengesHoney recipes: Favorite recipes to make the most of your delicious harvestEnvironmental impact: Become a pollinator hero and help your local ecosystemThe authors also share the incredible origin story of the Flow Hive which, after years of experimentation, was launched with one of the most successful crowdfunding campaigns in history. The Flow Hive has since sold over 130,000 units in 130 countries around the world, transforming beekeeping everywhere. Their inspirational tale of ingenuity and persistence will inspire you to start your own beekeeping journey.
The Wanderer's Song
A fresh translation of the poetry of German Romantic and polymath Johann Wolfgang von Goethe "Germany's greatest man of letters... and the last true polymath to walk the earth" -- George Eliot Here, in this selection of his poetry, is a representation of Goethe's life from childhood to old age: full of travel, romantic fixations, curiosity, nostalgia, deep thought, and above all, writing. Goethe is undoubtedly Germany's greatest poet, as Shakespeare is England's. This fresh translation offers the reader an introduction to Goethe's genius. And what a genius! Novelist, dramatist, philosopher and above all poet; a scientist with deep interests in Nature, in particular the human body, forestry, geology, botany and light; a courtier and in later life considered a sage, he was also a very frequent letter writer, no mean artist, and a man who was able throughout his life to renew and rejuvenate himself creatively, working out many of his life's problems through his writings. For English speakers he is probably best known as the author of Faust, a vast dramatic work mainly in verse which occupied him on and off throughout his long life, as well as The Sorrows of Young Werther, a novel of youthful despair which became the sacred text of the Romantic movement. This volume brings together his very personal lyric poetry, hewing as close to the original form, content, and rhyme schemes as possible in English.
The Readers' Room
From the author of The Red Notebook, described as 'Parisian perfection' by Queen Camilla, comes a thrilling murder mystery set in the world of publishing "A stylish whodunnit blended with an affectionate send-up of the world of books" -- The Sunday Mirror "Blends mystery with comedy to great effect" -- The Daily Mail When the manuscript of a debut crime novel arrives at a Parisian publishing house, everyone in the readers' room is convinced it's something special. And, when it's eventually published, the committee for France's highest literary honour, the Prix Goncourt, agrees. But when the shortlist is announced, there's a problem for glamorous editor Violaine Lepage: she has no idea of the author's identity. As the police begin to investigate a series of murders strangely reminiscent of those recounted in the book, Violaine is not the only one looking for answers. And, suffering memory blanks following an aeroplane accident, she's beginning to wonder what role she might play in the story - as well as how to find the mystery author before the prize is announced. In the end it will take the combined investigative powers of a detective, a junior editor, and Violaine's therapist to uncover the truth. They will learn not just about the author of the book, but about the story's origins, and the novel's strange power to exact justice for violence done to a young girl decades ago. But when everything comes to light, one question will remain: can Violaine and the other readers of the mystery manuscript put the past to rest, and find happiness in the present?
Home Wiring Secrets
You don't always have to "call a guy" when you want to do wiring projects. Sometimes, e.g., when installing bulbs or fixing switches, you can save your money by doing the wiring yourself.However, you just can't decide to do wiring without any basic electrical knowledge; otherwise, you will be putting your life at risk. Yes, even if you have little to no clue about wiring, you probably know that wiring is not something to joke around with as it can cost you a lot.You probably have many questions about electrical wiring and are probably also confused about where to start. It is even tempting to give up and call an electrician but, before you do, this book will change your mind.This book will give you all the basic information you need to know about wiring and guide you on the steps to follow to do simple wiring projects around your home, irrespective of whether you live in the US or the UK.Among other things, you will learn about the tools you need, wiring rules and safety, mistakes to avoid, some must-know electrical terminologies you will come across, and many more. Having this knowledge will give you the courage to do wiring projects with confidence and ease.
The Regenerative Gardener's Handbook
In this comprehensive handbook, Briana Bosch of Blossom and Branch Farm teaches you how to grow flowers, herbs, and vegetables in a way that improves the soil, supports pollinators and birds, and minimizes the use of store-bought products. Eco-conscious gardeners have always done their best to minimize the harm they cause--by not using synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, for example. But today's gardeners want to go beyond "do no harm" and have a positive effect on the environment. The goal of regenerative gardening is to leave the world a better place: to create living soil, improve habitats for insect pollinators and birds, reduce the presence of invasive species, minimize the gardener's carbon footprint and use of plastic, and help sequester carbon from the atmosphere. Author Briana Bosch, founder of Blossom and Branch Farm, teaches the key principles for regenerative gardening: recognize the garden as its own ecosystem, know your soil, minimize the "purchased garden," build your soil armor, plant for biodiversity, create living soil, choose plants wisely, minimize soil disturbance, and close the garden loop. In addition to teaching all the skills necessary to carry out these principles, Bosch offers a season-by-season guide to implementing them--from when to start garden cleanup in the spring (later that you'd think, to avoid disrupting overwintering beneficial insects) to how to use cover crops strategically to enrich the soil and retain moisture throughout the year.
Design, Build, Live
Design with Clarity. Build with Confidence. Live with Purpose.Design, Build, Live is a practical, experience-driven guide for anyone embarking on the custom homebuilding journey-especially in the luxury market. Backed by over 40 years of real-world construction and development expertise, this book delivers essential insights to help you make informed decisions at every step.Whether you're building your first custom home, a retirement retreat, or an investment property, this handbook provides proven strategies to: Choose the right builder and contract structureNavigate planning, budgeting, and design decisionsAvoid common (and costly) mistakesMaximize quality, value, and long-term livabilityPacked with actionable tips, professional insights, and client-tested solutions, this is the blueprint to bring your vision to life-without losing time, money, or your mind.Who Should Read This Book: First-time custom home buildersLuxury homeowners seeking greater valueDesign and construction professionalsReal estate investors in high-end developmentAnyone overwhelmed by choices or confused by the processIf you're ready to turn your dream home into a reality-with clarity, control, and confidence-this book is your trusted companion.
Dressage 101
Transform your riding and deepen your bond with your horse through this step-by-step guide to mastering dressage. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your skills, Dressage 101 provides the tools you need for effective, compassionate training.This comprehensive guide takes you through Jane Savoie's proven, four-stage system, beginning with foundational exercises and progressing to advanced dressage techniques. With a focus on kindness, consistency, and clarity, Savoie ensures both horse and rider can move forward at a comfortable pace while developing a strong partnership. Inside, you'll explore: - Stage One: Master the basics, from rhythm and forward motion to straightness and balance.- Stage Two: Dive deeper into transitions, lateral movements, and developing a responsive, eager horse.- Stage Three: Learn the secrets of the half-halt and how to elevate your horse's training through connection and self-carriage.- Stage Four: Prepare for advanced work, including collected, extended, and flying changes, as well as advanced lateral movements.Savoie's system is accessible to riders of all levels and suitable for every horse, regardless of breed or discipline. With over 75,000 copies in print, this book has been a trusted resource for riders aiming for both competitive success and more enjoyable rides.Key Takeaways: - Practical, clear, and step-by-step dressage training for riders of all levels.- Exercises to improve balance, responsiveness, and your horse's athleticism.- Techniques for effective communication through aids and non-verbal cues.- Real-world applications to enhance your horse's physical and mental well-being.
Instrument Procedures Handbook FAA-H-8083-16B
FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook (FAA-H-8083-16B)The FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook is an essential technical reference for pilots operating under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) within the National Airspace System (NAS). Developed by the Federal Aviation Administration, this handbook builds upon and updates the foundational material found in the Instrument Flying Handbook, while introducing more advanced concepts critical to modern IFR operations.Designed for instrument students, instrument-rated pilots, and flight instructors, this handbook serves as an authoritative study and reference guide for the Instrument Rating and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) knowledge tests, as well as practical checkrides.Inside, pilots will find comprehensive explanations of instrument charts and procedures, including IFR takeoff minimums, departures, en route navigation, arrivals, instrument approaches, and landings. The handbook also emphasizes operational safety, covering key topics such as runway incursions, land-and-hold-short operations, controlled flight into terrain (CFIT), and human factors affecting pilot decision-making.Whether you are preparing for a checkride, maintaining proficiency, or teaching IFR concepts, this handbook delivers clear guidance, structured explanations, and FAA-standard procedures you can rely on. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Customer FeedbackCarlos M. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent IFR reference and refresher This book helped me reconnect with IFR procedures I hadn't reviewed in a while. The explanations of approach charts and departures are especially clear. A solid refresher for any instrument pilot.James R. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A must-have for instrument training Well organized and easy to reference during study sessions. The print quality and charts are very good, and it's extremely useful when preparing for checkrides. Worth every dollar.Emily T. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Clear and informative Very informative and written in a way that makes complex IFR procedures easier to understand. Great for students and pilots who want to stay current.
Who are you, dog?
Who Are You, Dog? presents a structured and practical model for understanding canine behavior through individual personality structure.At the heart of the book is CDPEM, the Canine Dynamic Personality and Element Model, a framework developed from over 40 years of hands-on work with thousands of dogs. The model defines canine personality as a dynamic system built from identifiable behavioral and physiological elements.The book maps 116 distinct elements, organized into element types, and explains how they interact, balance, and shape behavior over time. Rather than categorizing dogs into general types, each dog is understood as a unique personality configuration with its own internal dynamics.A core principle of the book is that training, communication, and daily interaction must be adapted to the individual dog. Because no two dogs share the same combination or intensity of elements, effective work requires approaches that align with each dog's sensitivities, limits, and strengths.Who Are You, Dog? explores personality development, including early exposure, critical developmental periods, inherited predispositions, and acquired behaviors. It clarifies what can be shaped through training and what represents stable personality features that must be understood and worked with, not forced to change.Written for trainers, behavior professionals, veterinarians, researchers, and serious dog owners, the book provides practical tools, assessment frameworks, and a clear system for engaging with dogs as individuals rather than generic cases.
Who are you, dog?
Who Are You, Dog? presents a structured and practical model for understanding canine behavior through individual personality structure.At the heart of the book is CDPEM, the Canine Dynamic Personality and Element Model, a framework developed from over 40 years of hands-on work with thousands of dogs. The model defines canine personality as a dynamic system built from identifiable behavioral and physiological elements.The book maps 116 distinct elements, organized into element types, and explains how they interact, balance and shape behavior over time. Rather than categorizing dogs into general types, each dog is understood as a unique personality configuration with its own internal dynamics.A core principle of the book is that training, communication, and daily interaction must be adapted to the individual dog. Because no two dogs share the same combination of intensity of elements, effective work requires approaches that align with each dog's sensitivities, limits and strengths.Who Are You, Dog? explores personality development, including early exposure, critical development periods, inherited predispositions and acquired behaviors. It clarifies what can be shaped through training and what represents stable personality features that must be understood and worked with, not forced to change.Written for trainers, behavior professionals, veterinarians, researchers and serious dog owners, the book provides practical tools, assessment frameworks and a clear system for engaging with dogs as individuals rather than generic cases.
Long Term Almanac 2000-2050
Nautical almanac data for the sun and selected stars valid until 2050, plus easy to use, concise sight reduction (same tables used in the US-UK Annual Nautical Almanac) and altitude correction tables. Plus work forms to make the process even easier. A concise one-book solution for celestial navigation. It takes a few extra steps to get GHA and dec with the Long Term Almanac, since it does it without the usual 10 pounds of reference books, but with practice it takes just a few minutes longer than normal almanac look up.
American Spring Finder
Unlock the secret to water independence with the ultimate field guide to natural springs.John's journey into spring development began with a costly failure after a fruitless $10,000 attempt to drill for water in a field." He was left with a dry hole and a depleted budget. It took a single, passing suggestion from the well driller, "check the creek," to shift John's focus from the ground below to the natural abundance flowing around him. That moment sparked a fascination with natural springs that would define the next decade of his life.John lives by the philosophy that water is life, and securing it is the ultimate journey of stewardship and survival. The American Spring Finder is his invitation to land owners, families, and outdoor enthusiasts to reclaim their independence.
Long Term Almanac 2000-2050
Nautical almanac data for the sun and selected stars valid until 2050, plus easy to use, concise sight reduction and altitude correction tables. Plus work forms to make the process even easier. A concise one-book solution for celestial navigation. It takes a few extra steps to get GHA and dec with the Long Term Almanac, since it does it without the usual 10 pounds of reference books, but with practice it takes just a few minutes longer than normal almanac look up. All the information you need for: - Finding your position from timed sextant sights - Checking your compass by celestial bearings - Computing great circle routes to your destination
Making Arrangements
Lang Eldridge, the protagonist in "Making Arrangements," is a cancer-surviving baby boomer whose 'perfect arrangements' go awry after her fit husband drops dead instead of her. A loner, her life has revolved around her husband and her granddaughter, and close friendships between women are something she doesn't quite understand. How do they become so familiar with each other, knowing where the spices are kept in each other's kitchens? Prepared for her own death, Lang has arranged every detail of her husband's life without her, from her decadent caramel cakes with thick creamy icing in the freezer for his first birthday without her to love letters for Christmas, Father's Day, their anniversary... Reeling as a widow, she struggles with impending foreclosure on her beloved historic family estate, a conniving tennis star son, a grammar-butchering fashion plate who decides they are best friends, an unlikely romance and a mute stray dog. She discovers the secret her husband carried to his grave could ruin her life. If she lets it. A novel of funerals, flowers, friendship and forgiveness, themes of family, and its definition, are central to Making Arrangements. Can family be formed when there is no bloodline, and how does that happen? This story is told with "delightfully sassy writing with rich characters you'll want to slap!" according to one reviewer.
If I Were a Demon (Part 2)
Just when you thought you'd seen and heard everything ... another demon speaks! There are presently too many manifestations of negative, disruptive and counter-productive phenomena in the Body of Christ for those who claim to be authentic disciples to sit still, philosophizing, twiddling their fingers and basking in ignorance...as though Satan and his demons had gone on an extended vacation, overseas. This book seeks to unearth several of the diabolic roots that are responsible for the strangulation of numerous churches and the destruction of careless, casual, undiscerning Christians, right across the globe. It deals with controversial topics that are often branded "taboo" by the religious status quo and which we would normally discuss only in our most secret chambers, if any at all. "If I Were A Demon (Part 2)" acknowledges that a fierce, ongoing Spiritual Battle exists between the two opposing forces, and that human beings make daily choices that will either cripple or empower them in their quest for survival on this tumultuous planet. Are you brave enough to read this book?
Small Garden Envy
Fifty enviable small gardens yield inspiration and advice for planning and planting. This desirable little book features fifty small gardens from all over the world that will make you green with envy. With a new approach to gardening where photography is the hero, it also contains the practical advice you need to create your own covetable outdoor haven.Showcasing a variety of garden styles, like wildflower meadow, traditional cottage, grassy, drought-proof, sustainable, Mediterranean, minimalist, container and many more, the book is packed with ideas that you'll want to steal!Each garden has a sumptuous opening spread, followed by another that breaks down the layout and planting, including the plant names, and gives you the knowledge to have a go yourself.
The Mentor's Toolbox
Are you a current or aspiring mentor or coach? Are you an educator, counselor, therapist, parent, or religious leader who works with people to improve their lives? Would you like to more powerfully and effectively help your clients and students reach the success that they desire? Most people agree that it would be silly to attempt to build a house with only a hammer. To build a fully functioning house, many tools are needed. So too, many tools are needed when working with people to change their lives. The Mentor's Toolbox is a powerful guide containing 101 powerful tools proven to help you and others reach higher levels of success. Whether you are a seasoned professional in the personal development industry or are just starting your own journey toward greater success, The Mentor's Toolbox will help you become the most powerful you possible.
The Specimens
"A work of fiction that is both a potent portrait of early 19th-century Edinburgh but also a story about female agency or the lack of it. The result is a compelling, painful, haunted piece of work."--The Herald Edinburgh, 1828. Two women - one rich, one poor - must navigate life against a frenzied backdrop of medical discovery, mob mayhem, and murder. The home Helen shares in the slums of the Old Town with her lover William Burke could hardly be more different from Susan's dreams of an affluent existence as the wife of Robert Knox, one of the foremost anatomists of the day. But as people begin disappearing, these two very different women face an impossible choice. Should they protect what lives they have or tell the truth about what they know? This is the story of the notorious serial killings of Burke and Hare, told for the first time through the eyes of two very different women, whose stories explore the depths of the human heart in a perilous, vulnerable world.
The Complete Guide to Carpentry for Homeowners
The Complete Guide to Carpentry for Homeowners is your all-in-one handbook for mastering essential woodworking and home repair skills. Learn how to tackle everyday projects with confidence - from fixing doors and installing shelves to crafting simple furniture and making precise repairs. Clear instructions, practical tips, and step-by-step illustrations make this guide the perfect companion for every homeowner who wants to save money, gain skills, and take pride in their work.
The 2026 Commercial Nautical Almanac for Mariners and Navigators
Navigate with Confidence - The Nautical Almanac 2026 (Commercial Edition)The Nautical Almanac 2026 is an essential navigation reference for mariners, navigators, and sailing enthusiasts. Based on the official edition produced by the United States Naval Observatory, this Commercial Edition provides all the key astronomical data needed for celestial navigation, helping sailors determine their precise position when out at sea-far beyond the reach of GPS.Inside, you'll find: Daily positions of the Sun, Moon, planets, and navigational starsEssential tables for sight reduction and time conversionsClear, accurate data formatted for practical, real-world useWhether you're a seasoned ocean navigator, a student of marine navigation, or simply passionate about traditional sailing methods, the Nautical Almanac 2026 is a trusted companion for safe and reliable passage.
Button Training for Dogs
Imagine your dog telling you what she wants, needs, or thinks - using real words. Button training opens a new channel of communication between you and your dog, strengthening your bond and giving your dog an empowering way to express herself.In this practical, science-informed, and heartwarming guide, veterinarian Karen E. Mueller, DVM walks you step-by-step through teaching your dog to "talk" using sound buttons. With clear explanations, real-life examples, and problem-solving strategies, you'll learn how to build a communication system that works for your unique home and your unique dog.You'll discover how to: - Choose the best first words for your dog - Set up your button board for success - Use modeling to build word meaning - Recognize true communication vs. random presses - Add new words without overwhelming your dog - Troubleshoot common training challenges - Support senior dogs, multi-dog households, and special needs learnersAlong the way, you'll meet Paddy - a real-life button dog whose unexpected "conversations" bring humor, insight, and unforgettable moments that illustrate how dogs use the words they have to express the needs they feel.Whether your dog is a playful puppy, a curious adult, or a wise senior, button training can enrich your relationship, boost confidence, and give your dog a new way to be understood.Clear, compassionate, and encouraging, this guide is perfect for beginners and families looking to explore communication as a joyful shared adventure.Ready to hear what your dog has to say?
How to Speak Dog
Dogs are never silent-they're communicating every moment of every day. Most people simply don't know how to listen.How to Speak Dog is an engaging, eye-opening guide that teaches readers how to understand what dogs are really saying through body language, movement, facial expressions, and emotional signals. Written in a warm, accessible style and grounded in modern canine science, this book turns everyday dog behavior into a clear, readable language anyone can learn.From tail wags that don't mean happiness to subtle stress signals humans often miss, How to Speak Dog reveals how dogs express joy, fear, uncertainty, affection, playfulness, and warning-long before they bark or growl. Readers learn how to interpret eyes, ears, posture, movement, and micro-signals, helping prevent misunderstandings and creating safer, calmer, more trusting relationships between dogs and people.Designed for families, first-time dog owners, experienced owners, and anyone who lives or works with dogs, this book is not a training manual or veterinary guide. Instead, it focuses on communication, awareness, and emotional understanding-skills that improve every interaction with dogs, from daily life at home to public spaces, children's interactions, and multi-dog households.Highly readable and filled with real-life examples, How to Speak Dog works equally well as a practical reference, an educational resource, or a gift book for dog lovers. Its broad appeal makes it an excellent fit for independent bookstores, national chains, libraries, and educational collections.Part of The Family Dog Series, How to Speak Dog helps readers of all ages develop a deeper, kinder, and more intuitive understanding of dogs-transforming confusion into clarity and everyday moments into meaningful connection.
The Science & Secrets of Dogs
What if everything we thought we knew about dogs was only scratching the surface?The Science & Secrets of Dogs is a captivating, science-based exploration of the canine mind, senses, and emotional world-revealing just how intelligent, perceptive, and deeply bonded dogs truly are. Drawing on the latest research in animal cognition, neuroscience, and behavioral science, this book translates complex discoveries into engaging, accessible insights for everyday readers.From how dogs think, learn, remember, and dream to how they interpret human emotions, time, fairness, love, and loss, this book uncovers the hidden logic behind familiar behaviors dog owners witness every day. Readers will discover why dogs can sense illness, anticipate events, read our moods with uncanny accuracy, and form emotional bonds that rival our own.Written in a warm, narrative-driven style, The Science & Secrets of Dogs blends rigorous research with real-world stories, making it ideal for dog lovers, gift buyers, and curious readers alike. It is not a training manual or veterinary guide, but a thoughtful, illuminating look at the inner life of dogs-grounded in modern science and presented with clarity, humor, and heart.Perfect for libraries, bookstores, and educational collections, this title appeals to readers interested in animals, popular science, psychology, and the enduring bond between humans and dogs. It is the first book in The Family Dog Series, designed for broad consumer appeal and strong gift-market potential.The Science & Secrets of Dogs invites readers to see their dogs not just as pets, but as thinking, feeling companions whose extraordinary abilities science is only beginning to fully understand.
Cross Rabbit
A funny Percy the Park Keeper story from highly regarded, award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth, creator of One Snowy Night.Percy the park keeper tries to help when a cross rabbit complains that the mice are being too noisy, playing the snow. But the peace doesn't last long. Will the poor rabbit ever get any sleep?Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!
Apple Gardening
Apple Gardening shows gardeners how they can use the Spindle technique in their backyard, school, or community garden and experience: easier access, earlier bearing, ease of care, space efficiency, quality and productivity. Now you can grow a dozen heirloom varieties in the space that one old large tree used to require, Explore the innovative trio planting system to boost pollination and productivity, with curated combinations for culinary, cider, storage, and regional needs. Detailed instructions cover planning, planting, and maintaining a spindle orchard, from sourcing nursery stock and preparing sites to annual pruning and training over two decades. Integrate apples into multifunctional landscapes that support ecological health, community engagement, and food security. Whether a first-time gardener, seasoned grower, or someone seeking to build community through food, this book empowers readers to grow apples with confidence, creativity, and purpose, turning any garden into a source of abundance, connection, and hope.
Clean in 15
Create a clean and happy home in just 15 minutes. From sorting spills and stains to swift spritzes and full spring cleans, TV's favourite cleaning expert Iwan Carrington shows you how to make your home spick and span in next to no time and with minimal elbow grease. Guiding you room by room, and task by task, Clean in 15 makes maintenance a doddle, leaving more chore-free time for you. Make it easy: Create a routine that is fun, simple, and faff-freeMake time: Complete tasks in 5 to 50 minutesMake it happen: Only take action when you need to, from daily hacks to monthly maintenanceMake it yourself: Follow 20 budget-saving recipes for multipurpose cleaning products
Bengal Cats Your Guide for First Time Owners
Care, Personality, Training Tips, and Wild Daily AdventuresAre you captivated by the wild beauty and playful spirit of Bengal cats? Whether you're considering your first Bengal or already sharing your home with one of these stunning felines, this up-to-date guide is your essential companion.Written by Helen Renisch, lifelong Bengal devotee and proud owner of Edan and Stormy, this book is packed with practical advice, funny stories, and firsthand lessons from life with Bengals. Told through Edan and Stormy's playful perspectives, you'll laugh, learn, and discover what it really means to live with these extraordinary cats.Inside you'll discover: Understanding Bengal Personality: What makes Bengals so different, and how to embrace their energy and intelligence.Home Preparation & Safety: Setting up your space for a happy, healthy Bengal.Nutrition & Health: This section covers feeding guidelines, common health issues to watch for, and advice on when to seek veterinary care.Training Made Simple: Litter box tips, harness training, and curbing unwanted behaviors.Socialization & Enrichment: Keeping your Bengal mentally and physically stimulated.Real Stories & Lessons Learned: Personal anecdotes, challenges, and triumphs from a first-time owner.Bonus Checklists: Hand to-do lists for daily care, enrichment, and trainingWhether you're searching for the right breeder, navigating the first weeks at home, or looking for expert tips to deepen your bond, this comprehensive guide will help you raise a confident, healthy, and loving Bengal cat."Get ready for zoomies, cuddles, and a home filled with laughter. Make your Bengal journey a joyful adventure - start reading today!"
The Closest Thing to Crazy
"Fabulously readable." --STEPHEN FRY "Wildly entertaining." --DAILY EXPRESS Nominated for the 2025 Association for Recorded Sound Collections Awards for Excellence in Historical Recorded Sound Research Described variously as a 'polymath', a 'renaissance man' and 'one of the most colorful characters in the music business', Mike Batt has led an extraordinarily vibrant and challenging life that has been full of both glorious victories and bitter failures. For better or for worse, he is a man who has always lived life on his own terms. Idiosyncratic but mainstream, complicated but compassionate, steadfastly maverick in spirit but avowedly commercial in outlook. He is a man of great contradictions, but even greater talent. After starting out in the music business as a teenager, Batt shot to fame in the early 1970s for his part in the creation of the Wombles pop group. But this success proved to be just the beginning as he then went on to work with various artists as a songwriter, composer and producer, including Art Garfunkel, George Harrison, Cliff Richard, Andrew Lloyd-Webber and Katie Melua. Featuring cameos from some of the biggest stars in the business from Paul McCartney to Prince, The Closest Thing to Crazy takes us not only on the rocky (and classical) journey of Mike Batt's life but also on a tour around the inside of his mind.
Dead Note
"An original, compelling, hard-hitting thriller, Dead Note takes off like a bullet train and doesn't let up until the heart-stopping finale." --A.A. CHAUDHURI A killer's greatest hit starts with a song . . . Mia Cordova's world imploded when her father was shot dead in front of her while singing a karaoke classic. The police insisted that his death was the result of a random barroom brawl - an open and shut case - but when, years later, another man is killed in the same way, singing the same song, Mia is convinced the two killings must be connected. When a newspaper article draws a link between the murders, Mia is thrown into an investigation that leads her into Manila's underworld of interrogations, gambling rings and shootouts. With the police quick to cast suspicion on her, Mia must bring her father's killer to justice alone. But can she catch a killer before she becomes his next victim?
Healing Solutions for Pet Loss
When Kenda Summers lost her heart dog, there was no one to turn to that truly understood her sadness and grief. In Healing Solutions for Pet Loss, Kenda Summers created a road map for those of you who are heartbroken, lost, feel alone, and full of sadness over the loss of your beloved pet. This book is filled with healing information and provides a deep understanding of what you are going through. As a society, we are grief illiterate, and we often find ourselves stuck with no one around to help us deal with all the emotions we are going through. We hear phrases like "Oh are you still upset about Maggie"? or "You know you can always get another pet." To truly heal you need to first understand what you are going through. This book will become your road map to having a better understanding of grief and the emotional roller coaster it has you on. You will hear Kenda Summer's share her story. You will also hear from other bereaved pet loss owners about how they are coping since losing the love of their lives. You are not alone on this journey. There are many others just like you out there, this book will guide you to finding your Love and Light again. Above all remember "Love is Love and Grief is Grief".
Pipe Dreams
WHAT REALLY HAPPENS BEHIND-THE-SCENES OF THE RAILWAYS? The Story of an accidental railwaymanGary Mewis fell into the railway industry by pure chance, whilst also pursuing parallel professions as an actor and presenter on national television and radio.From the 'pipes' of London's Underground to the massive tubes of the Channel Tunnel; from High Speed in France and Italy to low speed in Athens; from the sweltering mosquito-infested heat of the Far East to rain-soaked depots in New Cross and Neasden, this story includes guest appearances from monarchs, presidents and Spike Milligan.This is book of stories and events brimming with personal examples and experiences, written in straight-talking, honest language, it is not only for people who know railways from the inside, but also for those who travel on it and wondered why it works the way it does - and doesn't when it doesn't.
Legends of the Leaf
Why do the leaves of the Swiss cheese plant have holes? How did Aloe vera become a medicinal powerhouse? And why - despite your best efforts - can't you keep your Venus flytrap alive? You're not alone. Houseplant expert Jane Perrone has asked those same questions. In Legends of the Leaf, she digs beneath the surface to reveal the surprising stories behind our favourite houseplants.By exploring how they grow in the wild, and the ways people around the world have used and revered them, Perrone uncovers what makes these plants tick - and how understanding their roots can help us make them thrive in our homes.Discover the journeys that brought these beloved species into our living rooms: from the Kentia palms that flanked Queen Victoria's coffin; to the dark history of the leopard lily; to English ivy, which provided fisherman with a source of bait.Beautifully illustrated and packed with practical care tips, Legends of the Leaf celebrates the hidden histories, cultural significance and enduring charm of the houseplants we live alongside.
Essays In Idleness
Essays in Idleness is a thoughtful collection of essays that reflect on life, literature, and personal experiences through keen observations. The opening essay introduces a regal cat whose proud demeanor and complex relationship with a human companion spark a meditation on feline independence. The essays contrast the aloofness of cats with the affectionate nature of dogs, exploring themes of companionship and autonomy. Light hearted yet insightful prose celebrates beauty in everyday moments and the joys and challenges of sharing life with an independent creature. The tone continues throughout, blending humor with philosophical reflections encouraging appreciation of life's quiet marvels. The 14th-century origins of these essays add a timeless quality, rooted in Buddhist philosophy emphasizing impermanence and beauty in fleeting moments. This collection offers a charming exploration of human and animal relationships, autonomy, and the simple pleasures that enrich daily living, resonating across cultures and centuries with its thoughtful and whimsical approach.
Size Doesn't Matter
Do you want bountiful harvests but don't know where to start? Do you worry you don't have enough space to garden? This guide will teach you how to select the best garden type for your space and select harmonious companion plants that thrive together! Learn about composting, seed starting, soil amendments, grow zones, crop rotation, deterring pests, attracting pollinators, and much more! This comprehensive full-color guide includes easy step-by-step instructions on setting up your container, patio, raised-bed, or in-ground garden. It offers a wealth of advice from an experienced small-space gardener that could save you hundreds through trial and error.SIZE DOESN'T MATTER!Sustainable, fresh food is attainable. This book makes it simple for inexperienced gardeners to grow juicy fruit and crisp vegetables at home! You can have huge garden hauls and grow organic goodies regardless of how little space you have!Size Doesn't Matter covers topics such as: - Compact gardening- Setting up your first raised bed- Companion planting to maximize growth in a small garden space- Growing in containers- The beauty of hanging planters- Attracting beneficial pollinator insects- Making creative planters- Edible goodies to grow based on your watering style- Harvesting seeds- Problematic pests and how to deter them- Grow zones & last frost- Fencing- Crops that enjoy over-watering or under-watering- Setting up your first composter- Tips and tricks for bountiful garden hauls- Soil amendments- Vermicomposting- and much more!Whether you only have an apartment patio in the partial shade or a full yard right in the sun, Size Doesn't Matter will show you step-by-step how to start small and grow delicious fruits and vegetables perfect for your grow zone! Full of colorful photo illustrations and clear instructions, you can have your very own supermarket in your back yard!Published by Rusty Ogre Publishing.
The Happy Hen Handbook
Turn Your Backyard Into a Thriving Chicken Haven-Even If You've Never Raised Chickens BeforeReady to enjoy fresh eggs every morning and experience the joy of keeping backyard chickens? The Happy Hen Handbook gives you everything you need to raise a healthy, productive flock with confidence-no prior experience required.This complete beginner's guide takes you step-by-step through every aspect of backyard chicken keeping: selecting breeds, building coops, understanding flock behavior, preventing health problems, and collecting delicious farm-fresh eggs year-round.What You'll Learn Inside: Choosing the Right ChickensBest breeds for beginners, egg production, and small spacesSelecting healthy chicks or started pulletsUnderstanding temperament and egg colorBuilding Your Chicken CoopSimple coop designs that keep predators outEssential equipment: feeders, waterers, nesting boxesSpace requirements for happy, healthy hens Feeding for Health and Egg ProductionComplete feeding guide from chicks to layersKitchen scraps, treats, and free-ranging strategiesProviding proper nutrition and calciumDaily Care and Seasonal ManagementRoutines that keep your flock thrivingWinter care and summer heat stress preventionMaintaining egg production year-roundUnderstanding Chicken BehaviorDecoding the pecking orderManaging broody hensIntegrating new chickens successfullyNatural Health CareRecognizing illness earlyPreventing parasites and respiratory issuesWhen to call a vet vs. treating at homeSustainable Chicken KeepingUsing chicken manure in your gardenCreating a low-waste backyard ecosystemNatural pest control with chickens
True Stories About Dogs And Cats
True stories about dogs and cats presents a collection of heartfelt tales that explore the deep connection between humans and their beloved pets. Through a series of anecdotes focusing on dogs and cats, the book portrays these animals as intelligent, loyal, and capable of genuine affection. Told through the gentle setting of family conversations, the stories unfold with warmth and moral reflection, often illustrating how animals exhibit courage, compassion, and emotional understanding. Each narrative delivers both entertainment and ethical teaching, encouraging empathy toward all living beings. The collection uses simple storytelling to show that animals are not only companions but also moral teachers, reminding readers that kindness toward them reflects the best aspects of human nature. Themes of trust, loyalty, and mutual care run throughout the work, making it a touching portrayal of the moral and emotional ties between people and their pets. Ultimately, the book inspires readers, particularly the young, to approach animals with sensitivity and respect.
The Ultimate Dog Parent Playbook
���� Transform Your Dog's Life and Yours With the Ultimate Dog Parent Playbook!By Dr. Alex BennettAre you ready to become the confident, knowledgeable, and empowered dog parent your furry companion deserves? Whether you're welcoming a brand-new puppy into your home or seeking better ways to care for your loyal adult dog, this book gives you everything you need in one trusted, veterinarian-approved guide.Written by Dr. Alex Bennett, a highly respected veterinarian with over 15 years of hands-on experience, this playbook is your step-by-step roadmap to giving your dog a healthier, happier, longer life.���� What You'll Discover Inside✔ Feeding Made Simple Learn how to choose the right food, portion correctly, prevent common nutrition mistakes, and support long-term digestive and overall health.✔ Daily Health Routines That Work From grooming and nail care to dental hygiene and skin wellness, you'll master the essential habits that keep your dog thriving.✔ Stress-Free Training Essentials Understand your dog's behaviour, use positive reinforcement effectively, and build a stronger human-dog bond every single day.✔ Smart Senior Dog Care Discover practical, compassionate ways to care for aging dogs, improve mobility, support mental sharpness, and enhance their quality of life.✔ Grooming & Home Care Tips Easy, vet-recommended methods to keep your dog clean, comfortable, and confident.✔ Warning Signs & Health Checks Know the early symptoms of common issues and what to do when something seems "off."Whether you're a first-time dog owner or a long-time pet parent looking to upgrade your care routine, this book gives you clear, confidence-building guidance you can start using today.���� Why You'll Love This Book✨ Written in plain, friendly language, no confusing jargon ✨ Backed by real veterinary experience, not guesswork ✨ Packed with actionable steps you can follow right away ✨ Helps reduce vet bills through competent preventative care ✨ Strengthens your bond with your dog in meaningful waysThis is not just another dog guide ���� It's a complete playbook for becoming the dog parent your best friend deserves.����]���� Your Dog Deserves the Best. You Deserve the Confidence.From puppyhood to senior years, The Ultimate Dog Parent Playbook gives you the knowledge, tools, and expert insight to make every stage of your dog's life healthier, happier, and more fulfilling.If you love your dog, this book will change the way you care for them forever.���� Get your copy today and start giving your dog the extraordinary life they were meant to live!
A Garden of Herbal Remedies
Discover the timeless art of healing with A Garden of Herbal Remedies, a beautifully crafted resource that celebrates the medicinal gifts of nature. Drawing on centuries of herbal tradition, this book introduces readers to a wide variety of plants known for their therapeutic properties, from calming chamomile and invigorating peppermint to powerful echinacea and restorative rosemary. Each page combines botanical history, folklore, and modern uses, with clear instructions for preparing teas, tinctures, salves, and other natural treatments. Enhanced by vintage-style illustrations and engaging narrative, A Garden of Herbal Remedies is both a practical guide and a charming keepsake for anyone interested in herbal medicine, self-care, and sustainable living.
