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This is a true tale about a great friendship between two very different people. But are they really that different in the end? When Nadia starts in Kara's class, she's a little shy but Kara happily shows her around. That makes Nadia feel right at home. When Kara meets Nadia in the local park, Nadia is surrounded by her entire family. They all speak in a different language and some of them are wearing scarfs around their head. Suddenly, Kara is the one who's feeling shy and almost doesn't want to go and talk to Nadia. Fortunately, Nadia invites Kara over for dinner, and Kara discovers that even though some of the people look different, they're just like her. K for Kara - I was born here! is about friendship, prejudice and positive surprises. It deals with the irrational fear of the unknown and encourages you to engage in new experiences.

Lesen oder sterben, das ist hier die Frage Pippa hütet ein einsam an der englischen Südküste gelegenes Bücherhaus, in dem ein Lesefest abgehalten werden soll. Doch die dafür gebuchte Liebesromanautorin Julia Timmings wird überfallen und schwer misshandelt. Für sie springt ihr Ex-Mann und Thrillerautor Jem ein, der aufgrund seiner Hardboiled-Bücher als gewaltaffin eingestuft wird. Bald gibt es erste Gerüchte: Hat er Julia aus dem Weg geräumt, um selbst auf dem beliebten Fest lesen zu können? Er avanciert zum Tatverdächtigen, doch Pippa Bolle ahnt, dass der Fall nicht so einfach zu lösen ist. Liest du noch, oder stirbst du schon? Ihr könnt von Pippa Bolle nicht genug bekommen? Fall 1: Unter allen Beeten ist Ruh Fall 2: Dinner for one, Murder for two Fall 3: Tote Fische beißen nicht Fall 4: Ins Gras gebissen Fall 5: Tote trinken keinen Whisky Fall 6: Des Katers Kern Fall 7: Tödlicher Bienenstich Fall 8: Viele Erben verderben das Sterben

Family mealtime fun! 50 screen-free games and conversation starters to keep kids (and parents) happily entertained at the table-at home or on the go. Make mealtime the best part of the day-wherever you are. This compact, take-anywhere tin holds a deck of 50 quick, clever prompts designed to turn waiting time into connection time. Whether you're at a restaurant, on a road trip, or gathered around your own table, these easy-to-play activities spark laughter, storytelling, and conversation for the whole family. No prep required-just grab a card and play. From imaginative "what if" questions to playful observational games, each prompt encourages kids to think creatively, share ideas, and stay engaged without screens. All you need is a pen and paper (or just your imagination). Sample prompts include: Find three foods on the menu that sound crunchy. Which one sounds the crunchiest? If you could invite one fictional character to join you for a meal, who would it be and why? If you owned a restaurant and it had a mascot, what would it be? Imagine hosting a themed dinner party. What's the theme? Pick a nearby table and create a story about the people sitting there. This deck is made to go wherever family life takes you. Toss it in a bag, keep it in the car, or bring it along for vacations, outings, and everyday dinners. Perfect for families who want more connection, less screen time, and a simple way to make any meal more fun. SCREEN-FREE FAMILY FUN: 50 fast, engaging prompts that spark conversation, creativity, and laughter to keep kids (and parents) happily entertained at the table. USE ANYWHERE: Ideal for restaurants, travel, road trips, waiting rooms, and everyday dinners at home. Durable, petite tin fits easily in a bag, glove compartment, or carry-on. PART OF A BESTSELLING SERIES: A fresh addition to the popular On-the-Go Amusements line of conversation and activity decks trusted for easy, interactive fun that involves the whole family. PERFECT FOR: Families with kids ages 5-12; parents looking for screen-free activities; travel, road trips, and dining out; grandparents and caregivers; teachers, babysitters, and family game lovers; and gift-givers seeking fun options for birthdays, holidays, and stocking stuffers.

Readers who love spicy romance with chaotic meet-cute tropes like Talia Hibbert, Jackie Lau, and Rachel Lynn Solomon. Fans of banter-filled TV shows and movies about awkward dating like Insecure, Someone Great, How to Be Single, and I Want You Back. The setting: A magical New York evening at a hot new restaurant that's the place to be seen. The situation: Two couples poised to take the next step. Liem's moved across the country and is about to propose to Natalie, the love of his life-he's going to surprise her at dinner. On the other side of the restaurant, Bri thought she was about to have a romantic evening with her boyfriend, David. The complication: Very public breakups. For both couples. David's the one who cheated, but he's also the one who calls it off. Bri's left fuming like an episode of excellent reality television: great for the audience, terrible for the featured player. On the other side of the restaurant, Nat drops a bomb of her own: she wants to break up. Suddenly Liem and Bri are single, so they decide to drown their sorrows together. The result: When sparks fly between them, maybe it means the worst day of their lives can potentially become the best thing that ever happened to them both. Maybe.

Dive into this New York Times bestseller, a thrilling, romantic, and action-packed pirate saga that's perfect for fans of Powerless and Heartless Hunter. ? Seventeen-year-old pirate Aster Oberon faces a stunning new reality, gifted with a magical ability that she's struggling to master. Worse, both she and Will-the Nightweaver who has captured her heart-have been cursed. In mere weeks, they will become ferocious Underlings, creatures forced to serve the evil Morana. The only way to break the curse is by procuring Morana's blood. To track down the cure, Aster teams up with both Will and Titus, the infuriatingly handsome prince of the Eerie who secretly aims to overthrow his royal family's tyrannical reign. The trio's journey takes them to Castle Grim, where danger is around every corner, and no one is who they seem. Between deadly dinners, extravagant balls, and shifting desires toward Will and Titus, Aster will have to keep her blades at the ready and determine who she can rely on before the ticking clock of her curse runs out. This ultra-romantic, ultra-exciting follow-up to Nightweaver is filled to the brim with mind-bending twists, swoon-worthy moments, and more adventure than a pirate could have ever expected. Read the entire Nightweaver series: Nightweaver Starchaser Cursebreaker

Did you know that PCOS can affect up to 10% of women? And in one study, up to 70% of the women did not know that they had it? PCOS is a common hormonal disorder that affects the female population. It does not only result to infertility in women, but can also lead to other health problems. Because of this, it is important to familiarize yourself with this condition and how you can treat it. This book will tackle the symptoms and some of the symptoms that come with having PCOS. It will explain why following a PCOS diet is vital towards maintaining a healthy life, as well as for treating the syndrome. This guide is divided into chapters for your convenience. Each chapter will provide helpful tips and techniques to help you properly begin the PCOS diet. Using this guide, you will learn how to manage your health and symptoms well. You will also learn more about which food items are beneficial to you, and which ones you should completely avoid. Top recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks are also included in this book. The instructions for each recipe are simple and easy to follow. This guide contains sample meal plans that you can follow during the course of your diet. Aside from this, we have also provided you with different diet strategies and schedule plans that you can try. By following the tips and recipes included in this guide, you can implement a strict diet and a healthy lifestyle to counter your PCOS problem.

Create Your Home-Preserved Pantry with Nearly 100 Recipes & Beautiful Photographs Throughout Imagine lining your shelves with made-from-scratch jars of garlicky tomato sauce, flavor-packed baked beans, ready-to-eat stew or peak-summer veggies. Pressure canning is an easy, delicious way to feed your family, and with the wisdom of preserving expert Angi Schneider, anyone can master this affordable, time-saving practice. Start with Pressure Canning 101, where Angi shares all of her best tips and tricks from 25+ years of experience. You'll learn the ins and outs of your canner, as well as how to avoid botulism to ensure that your canned goods are safe to eat. Angi then shares in-depth guides and tons of creative, safe recipes for the most popular foods for canning-tomatoes, veggies, legumes (including beans), meats and soups. Everything you need to know is presented in Angi's ultra-practical, easy-to-follow style. Forget overpriced takeout and premade grocery store meals. Instead, enjoy dinner in an instant with Butternut Squash and White Bean Soup, Swedish Meatballs or Pot Roast in a Jar. Share shelf-stable chicken broth with an under-the-weather neighbor or gift a grab-and-go gumbo to a friend. As Angi says, canning and community go hand in hand! This trusty, all-in-one handbook, packed with information and recipes, is one you will return to again and again as you create your very own self-sufficient pantry.

Bobiverse fans: a signed limited edition of all three books in a boxed set, signed by the author, is now available on Amazon. Look for The Bobiverse [Signed Limited Edition] on Amazon Bob Johansson didn't believe in an afterlife, so waking up after being killed in a car accident was a shock. To add to the surprise, he is now a sentient computer and the controlling intelligence for a Von Neumann probe. Bob and his copies have been spreading out from Earth for 40 years now, looking for habitable planets. But that's the only part of the plan that's still in one piece. A system-wide war has killed off 99.9% of the human race; nuclear winter is slowly making the Earth uninhabitable; a radical group wants to finish the job on the remnants of humanity; the Brazilian space probes are still out there, still trying to blow up the competition; And the Bobs have discovered a spacefaring species that sees all other life as food. Bob left Earth anticipating a life of exploration and blissful solitude. Instead he's become a sky god to a primitive native species, the only hope for getting humanity to a new home, and possibly the only thing that can prevent every living thing in the local sphere from ending up as dinner.

Valentine’s Day is far more than just another date on the calendar or a day for flowers and gifts. It remindsus how important love, affection, and genuine shared moments truly are in life. In a world that has becomeincreasingly hectic and stressful, February 14th gives us the opportunity to pause for a moment and showsomeone special:“You are important to me.”It is not about how much money is spent or how big a gift may be. Very often, it is the small gestures thatcome from the heart that leave the greatest impression — a beautifully set table, a sincere compliment,shared laughter, or a romantic candlelight dinner.With this book, I would like to offer you inspiration, ideas, and practical tips to help make your Valentine’sDay an unforgettable experience. From romantic surprises and atmospheric candlelight dinners to specialrecipes for two, men and women alike will find many wonderful suggestions for expressing love inmeaningful ways.Because love is not meant for just one single day. It lives through attention, respect, and the little momentstwo people share together. Valentine’s Day simply reminds us to celebrate those feelings consciously.I wish you much joy while reading, cooking, and of course enjoying these moments together.Warm regards,Martin Hohmann

Tosende Brandungen. Eine tödliche Theateraufführung. Ein Polizist, der nie mehr ermitteln wollte. Winter hält Einzug im beschaulichen Fischerort Cadgwith und Stürme peitschen über die Küste hinweg. Während es im Dorf ruhig wird, beginnen in der Kirche die Vorbereitungen für die alljährliche Theateraufführung. »Dinner for One« steht auf dem Spielplan und der ehemalige Polizist und leidenschaftliche Maler Simon Jenkins soll die Kulissen malen. Doch dann wird eines Abends die Bühne zum schrecklichen Tatort, als die Leiche des Requisiteurs aufgefunden wird – durchbohrt von einem Speer. Alle Mitglieder der Laienschauspielgruppe stehen unter Verdacht, doch niemand scheint ein Motiv zu haben. Und was hat es mit der mysteriösen Tatwaffe auf sich? Als weitere Menschen zu Tode kommen und die Polizei im Dunkeln tappt, bleibt Jenkins keine andere Wahl, als erneut zu ermitteln ... »Viel Lokalkolorit mit Pub-Besuchen und Folkmusik macht den Krimi zu einem spannenden Urlaubsbegleiter.« Rheinische Post über »Klippentod« Lesen Sie auch die anderen Bände der atmosphärischen Cornwall-Krimireihe unabhängig voneinander: Band 1: Klippentod Band 2: Klippengrab Band 3: Klippenrache

Tosende Brandungen. Eine tödliche Theateraufführung. Ein Polizist, der nie mehr ermitteln wollte. Winter hält Einzug im beschaulichen Fischerort Cadgwith und Stürme peitschen über die Küste hinweg. Während es im Dorf ruhig wird, beginnen in der Kirche die Vorbereitungen für die alljährliche Theateraufführung. 'Dinner for One' steht auf dem Spielplan und der ehemalige Polizist und leidenschaftliche Maler Simon Jenkins soll die Kulissen malen. Doch dann wird eines Abends die Bühne zum schrecklichen Tatort, als die Leiche des Requisiteurs aufgefunden wird - durchbohrt von einem Speer. Alle Mitglieder der Laienschauspielgruppe stehen unter Verdacht, doch niemand scheint ein Motiv zu haben. Und was hat es mit der mysteriösen Tatwaffe auf sich? Als weitere Menschen zu Tode kommen und die Polizei im Dunkeln tappt, bleibt Jenkins keine andere Wahl, als erneut zu ermitteln ... 'Viel Lokalkolorit mit Pub-Besuchen und Folkmusik macht den Krimi zu einem spannenden Urlaubsbegleiter.' Rheinische Post über 'Klippentod' Lesen Sie auch die anderen Bände der atmosphärischen Cornwall-Krimireihe unabhängig voneinander: Band 1: Klippentod Band 2: Klippengrab Band 3: Klippenrache

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Music for Healing is a digitally mastered audiobook containing over seven hours of powerful healing music. Designed for deep sleep, meditation, relaxation, and restoration. It creates a natural atmosphere for sleep, yoga, your workplace, dinner time, morning coffee, driving, and for other special times in your life. !!! Audio sample contains several tracks from this audio book !!! Total running time: Almost 12 hours --- ***** Reviews: Music for Healing is my new favorite audiobook! I listen to it every night to go to sleep to. Thanks so much for this fantastic collection of healing songs. (NormanLV) --- My wife has anxiety disorder and as a result she's often suffering bouts of insomnia. Her doctor suggested music therapy and nature sounds. I didn't think it would work but she puts this on repeat on our sound system at bedtime and 9 out of 10 times she can manage to slow down enough to get 5-6 hours of sleep. For her that's great. (KindleCustomer) --- My favorite so far. I really enjoy the sound of nature and music together. VERY calming. In times like these, this is very therapeutic. (Verena'sFirstDevice) --- Relaxing and energizing at the same time. This isn't ambiguous ambient music, but music with a gentle soothing structure. It is great in the background or during meditative visualizations. When I leave my puppy to go to the store, I make sure this is playing. (anthonyvratus) --- Ambient reading or sleeping music. It is indeed with a healing quality. (B.Keeper) --- This one is one of the best, and I recommend it. It is not intrusive but soft and melodic. It does help me relax and sleep. (PaperMoon) --- On constant replay. This is a wonderful collection! A combination of sounds and music that is calming and enjoyable. Exactly what I wanted! (oj5611) --- Very nice music and natural sounds ... appropriate for yoga, meditation, atmosphere. (YuriHaha) --- I have a neighbour above me who asked what i listen to late at night. Apparently his cat would lay down and put his head to the floor and fall asleep. (KimberleySol) --- I bought this audiobook to help me relax and release tension as i am recovering from an Ischemic stroke. I play this music and lay down I fall asleep like a baby. My body feels limber and I love this as I take a holistic approach to my recovery. I wish everyone could get this collection and just sit back and close there eyes! (Nastja78) --- Meditating with this music for a while now and enjoying it very much. Very peaceful and beautiful. (JonaZ) --- Meditating with this music for a while now and enjoying it very much very peaceful and beautiful. Recommendation. (Patrick_Jin) --- What a great relaxation performance. Have come to rely on this audio book to fall asleep quickly. The sound of birds, water, and wind in the trees is calming. The interwoven music adds a soothing counterpoint. I stay asleep, and am more rested in the morning. Thank you. (LindaGus) --- I am able to relax and enjoy restful sleep when I listen to this. I tried several other programs of meditation, sounds, and music and this is the only one that works. I highly recommend it. (HUIA34) --- It's a practical approach to begin the spiritual journey... self reflection... very healing. (TheNurse) --- It should be part of our daily life for everybody, just like we go to work... I love this audiobook, it is my most used book in my library! Thank you! (kklris) --- Kids stop complaining about creepy sounds at night. Helps kids fall asleep, especially if they always complain about hearing creepy sounds at night. (Ryan&Ian) --- A short, light intro, then hours of relaxing music paired with nature sounds: ocean waves, piano, raindrops, soft guitars, and more. I sleep right on through till the 5:00 AM alarm goes off. (JengoSantana)

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24 days. 24 clever Christmas challenges. One screen-free way to bring the family together. What if your countdown to Christmas sparked curiosity, friendly debate, and a daily "I've got it!" moment? The Ultimate Math Puzzle Advent Calendar turns December 1-24 into a Christmas puzzle adventure for kids ages 10+, teens and adults. From missing ornaments and Christmas cookie calculations to reindeer races and Santa's delivery schedule, each day brings a new challenge wrapped in a festive story. Put down the phones, step away from the screens, and make room for a little Christmas connection. All you need is a pencil, a curious mind, and a willingness to give it a go. Solve independently, team up with the kids, or compare answers and discover who spotted the cleverest approach. Inside, you'll find: 24 Christmas-themed brain teasers: One for each day from December 1 through Christmas Eve. Screen-free festive fun: Give the family a reason to pause the scrolling, switch off the TV, and enjoy a shared challenge. No apps or devices needed. A varied mix of mathematical challenges: Explore number patterns, arithmetic, logic, algebraic thinking, geometry, money, time, ratios, and more. A gently building challenge: Start with approachable puzzles before tackling more substantial problems as Christmas draws closer. Designed for curious minds across generations, this book gives younger puzzle lovers something to work toward and adults a playful reason to revisit their math skills. You don't have to be the fastest at calculations to contribute. Sometimes, a fresh perspective is what unlocks the answer. Make it an after-dinner ritual, a cosy weekend activity, or a quiet moment during the holiday bustle. Each puzzle offers an opportunity to practise problem-solving, share ideas, and enjoy the satisfaction of figuring something out together. Grab a pencil, gather your favourite people, and start your Christmas math adventure on December 1!

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Take a moment to consider how many outcomes in your life may have been affected by poor communication skills. Could you have gotten a job you really wanted? Saved a relationship? What about that political conversation that got out of hand at a dinner party? How is it that we so often fail to say the right thing at the right time? In her career as an NPR host, journalist Celeste Headlee has interviewed hundreds of people from all walks of life, and if there's one thing she's learned, it's that it's hard to overestimate the power of conversation and its ability to both bridge gaps and deepen wounds. In We Need to Talk, she shares what she's learned on the job about how to have effective, meaningful, and respectful conversations in every area of our lives. Now more than ever, Headlee argues, we must begin to talk to and, more importantly, listen to one another - including those with whom we disagree. We Need to Talk gives readers ten simple tools to help facilitate better conversations, ranging from the errors we routinely make (put down the smart phone when you're face to face with someone) to the less obvious blind spots that can sabotage any conversation, including knowing when not to talk, being aware of our own bias, and avoiding putting yourself in the centre of the discussion. Whether you're gearing up for a big conversation with your boss, looking to deepen or improve your connection with a relative, or trying to express your child's needs to a teacher, We Need to Talk will arm you with the skills you need to create a productive dialogue.

There's no right way to keep a diary, but if there's an entertaining way, David Sedaris seems to have mastered it. If it's navel-gazing you're after, you've come to the wrong place; ditto treacly self-examination. Rather, his observations turn outward: a fight between two men on a bus, a fight between two men on the street; collecting Romanian insults, or being taken round a Japanese parasite museum. There's a dirty joke shared at a book signing, then a dirtier one told at a dinner party-lots of jokes here. Plenty of laughs. These diaries remind you that you once really hated George W. Bush, and that not too long ago, Donald Trump was a harmless laughingstock, at least on French TV. Time marches on, and Sedaris, at his desk or on planes, in fine hotel dining rooms and Serbian motels, records it. The entries here reflect an ever-changing background-new administrations, new restrictions on speech and conduct. What you can say at the start of the book, you can't by the end. Sedaris has been compared to Truman Capote and Tennessee Williams, Lewis Carroll and a 'sexy Alan Bennett'. A Carnival of Snackery illustrates that he is very much his own, singular self.

'This is a beautiful cookbook, full of joyous, life-enriching recipes. I love it.' Nigel Slater 'Its collection of foolproof, elegant recipes calls to mind Nigella Lawson at her best' Vogue A Table for Friends celebrates the joy of eating with friends and family, with over 100 simple and wonderfully inviting recipes that allow you to relax with your loved ones whilst the cooking takes care of itself. Drawing on years of cooking for more people than it ever seemed possible to squeeze into her kitchen, Sunday Times columnist and cookery author Skye McAlpine shares the secrets to her stylish and relaxed way of hosting, setting you up for success whether you're cooking for two or twenty. A Table for Friends has recipes for every occasion, from last-minute weeknight dinners to large celebratory gatherings. Skye's recipes fall into four chapters, Stars, Sides, Sweets and Extras, which allow you to intuitively plan a simple and impressive menu, and, because juggling oven space is one of the biggest challenges when cooking for a crowd, each chapter is ingeniously organised into Throw Together, On The Hob and In The Oven so your menu works best for your mood, your kitchen and your time. Alongside these beautiful, deliciously do-able recipes comes Skye's practical, fuss-free guidance for hosting a stress-free gathering, from what to cook in advance to how to lay the table beautifully, allowing you to step out of the kitchen and relax with your guests. For a super-easy roast why not try her Honey-roast poussins, Butter-&-sage roast pumpkin, Saffron fennel, A really good chicory salad with creamy mustard dressing and Winter fruit & mascarpone tart? Or for a wonderfully soothing pasta supper, Tagliatelle with gorgonzola, pear & walnut and Chocolate chestnut meringue cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. This is a cookbook to cook from: a helpful, approachable, down-to-earth kitchen companion that will give you the confidence to gather friends around your table and the inspiration to do so more often. 'It's a winner - a book I'll turn to again and again, especially when friends come over' Delicious magazine

Make this the Christmas countdown your curious kid can't stop talking about! Big surprises that make kids want to know more. How can someone float so easily in the Dead Sea? And how can the sunlight reaching your face already be about eight minutes old? The answers turn familiar things into something worth a second look. Strange Facts for Smart Kids takes that spark of disbelief and gives it somewhere to go, with surprising discoveries your child can read, wonder about, and bring into the next family conversation. 192 facts. 24 days. A fresh reason to open the book. Each Advent day has its own theme and four pages to explore, with eight facts: four detailed discoveries and four quick facts. There is room to follow an explanation, then enjoy a few shorter surprises before tomorrow's topic arrives. From animals and science to space, history, and the world around us, the countdown offers plenty of different things to get curious about as Christmas approaches. Pick up where you left off each day, and see which discovery earns the biggest reaction at home. A little reading together, then a lot to tell you. Read a day's discoveries side by side, let your child choose a favorite, or listen as they explain the surprising part back to you. The pleasure carries beyond the page: a fact to share over dinner, a question to ask a grandparent, or something unexpected to tell a friend. You get an easy starting point for a shared reading moment; your child gets interesting things to contribute in their own words. Hunting for an advent calendar for a boy who has outgrown chocolate and toy-of-the-day calendars? Older kids, preteens and young teens who collect "did you know?" facts often want something with a bit more to it, and this one gives them a new set of discoveries for each of the 24 days before Christmas. Younger readers can enjoy it with a parent, while older boys can race ahead on their own and quiz the rest of the family. Looking for gifts for smart kids who always have another question? Bring this Advent countdown home before December and have the next day's discoveries ready on the shelf. It is a way to make room for reading and conversation amid the excitement of waiting for Christmas. Inside the book: 192 facts across 24 themed Advent days. Four pages per day, with four detailed facts and four quick facts. Discoveries about animals, science, space, history, and the world around us. A daily reading format to explore together or return to for a favorite fact. Let the Christmas countdown begin with something they can't wait to tell you.

24 days. 24 clever Christmas challenges. One screen-free way to bring the family together. What if your countdown to Christmas sparked curiosity, friendly debate, and a daily "I've got it!" moment? The Ultimate Math Puzzle Advent Calendar turns December 1-24 into a Christmas puzzle adventure for kids ages 10+, teens and adults. From missing ornaments and Christmas cookie calculations to reindeer races and Santa's delivery schedule, each day brings a new challenge wrapped in a festive story. Put down the phones, step away from the screens, and make room for a little Christmas connection. All you need is a pencil, a curious mind, and a willingness to give it a go. Solve independently, team up with the kids, or compare answers and discover who spotted the cleverest approach. Inside, you'll find: 24 Christmas-themed brain teasers: One for each day from December 1 through Christmas Eve. Screen-free festive fun: Give the family a reason to pause the scrolling, switch off the TV, and enjoy a shared challenge. No apps or devices needed. A varied mix of mathematical challenges: Explore number patterns, arithmetic, logic, algebraic thinking, geometry, money, time, ratios, and more. A gently building challenge: Start with approachable puzzles before tackling more substantial problems as Christmas draws closer. Designed for curious minds across generations, this book gives younger puzzle lovers something to work toward and adults a playful reason to revisit their math skills. You don't have to be the fastest at calculations to contribute. Sometimes, a fresh perspective is what unlocks the answer. Make it an after-dinner ritual, a cosy weekend activity, or a quiet moment during the holiday bustle. Each puzzle offers an opportunity to practise problem-solving, share ideas, and enjoy the satisfaction of figuring something out together. Grab a pencil, gather your favourite people, and start your Christmas math adventure on December 1!

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EASY BALL FORMING – The Multi-Functional Stainless Steel Meatball Spoon works as a practical meatball maker for portioning ground meat with less direct hand contact. Press the mixture into the rounded spoon head, scrape away excess, and release the formed portion for soups, hot pot, meal prep, or family dinners. 304 STAINLESS STEEL BUILD – This meatball spoon combines a one-piece stainless steel body with a smooth rounded forming area for routine kitchen preparation. The Multi-Functional Stainless Steel Meatball Spoon is designed for repeated use with ground beef, pork, chicken mixtures, shrimp paste, vegetable blends, and rice mixtures. LONG HANDLE FOR CONTROL – The meatball maker tool measures approximately 10.2 × 2.4 in / 26 × 6 cm. Its extended cylindrical handle provides comfortable reach while portioning ingredients over bowls, trays, or cooking pots, helping keep your hands farther from sticky food mixtures. VERSATILE FOOD PREP – Use the meatball scoop ball maker for homemade meatballs, shrimp balls, vegetable balls, rice balls, and other scoopable mixtures with a suitable consistency. It is useful for weeknight meals, hot pot gatherings, batch cooking, party appetizers, and weekend meal preparation. SIMPLE STORAGE & CLEANING – The Stainless Steel Meatball Spoon has a smooth one-piece surface that is straightforward to rinse and clean after use. A hanging hole at the end of the handle provides convenient storage on a kitchen hook or utensil rack between cooking sessions.

🎅 A SANTA & SNOWMAN DUO FOR YOUR KITCHEN: Turn everyday refrigerator handles into part of your Christmas display with one Santa and one snowman handle hugger. Use the pair together on a double-door fridge or place them separately on compatible handles for a coordinated holiday look. ❄️ PLUSH CHARACTERS WITH FESTIVE DETAILS: Soft plush fabric and filling give each character a dimensional, cozy appearance, while festive hats, mittens, cheerful faces and snowflake-patterned accents add classic red, green, white and black Christmas color to your kitchen. 🏠 DECORATE WITHOUT USING COUNTER SPACE: Add seasonal personality to refrigerator, pantry or compatible indoor cabinet handles while keeping countertops and shelves open for cooking, serving and other Christmas decorations. Their hugging poses turn an overlooked kitchen detail into part of the display. 📏 CHECK THE SIZE BEFORE ORDERING: Santa measures approximately 27 × 16 × 3.5 cm / 10.6 × 6.3 × 1.4 in, while the snowman measures approximately 26 × 15 × 3.5 cm / 10.2 × 5.9 × 1.4 in. Compare these dimensions with your handle size, shape and surrounding clearance for a suitable fit. 🎁 A FUN TOUCH FOR HOLIDAY HOSTING: The matching two-piece set brings a playful finishing detail to Christmas dinners, family gatherings and seasonal kitchen decorating. It also makes a cheerful gift for friends, family or hosts who enjoy decorating their home for the holidays.

The first book in the riotously funny dark romantasy series following a conflicted villain and his unstoppable bride who form the realm's most chaotic alliance. Perfect for fans of Assistant to the Villain . Step One: Kidnap someone cute. Step Two: Force her into marriage. Step Three: Try not to get feelings. When Dark Lord Kazimir Blackrose kidnaps Lady Arabella and forces her to marry him, he expects an obedient bride. What he gets is a knife to the throat and a furious woman with demands of her own. He may need her heroic bloodline to achieve ultimate dominion, but she's not about to make it easy for him. After a lifetime of being treated like property, getting abducted by the realm's most notorious villain is just another Tuesday for Arabella. If she must be married to the infuriating (and infuriatingly attractive) Dark Lord, she'll do it on her own terms. But when his plans go awry, Kazimir faces his most terrifying challenge yet: He must actually date his own wife. Between magical training sessions, playing golf with the eyeballs of his enemies and 'romantic' dinners gone spectacularly wrong, Kazimir's villainous seduction plans are failing at every turn. But, as they navigate magical explosions and jealous exes, the pair discover a far more terrifying prospect than war or magical catastrophe: They might actually be falling for each other. This dark and sexy fantasy romance is perfect for readers who love: A morally grey antihero (who stays that way) A strong heroine who embraces her dark side (she doesn't need rescuing, thanks) Touch her and die Hilarious, wicked banter and sizzling spice One bed/forced proximity Kidnapped bride/forced marriage Dark humour

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Rediscover the warmth of Christmas past, one heartwarming story at a time. An orange tucked into a Christmas stocking. A handmade paper star. A familiar song drifting from the kitchen radio. Sometimes, the smallest moments become the memories we treasure most. 2026 Christmas Advent Calendar with 25 nostalgic stories for seniors age 70+ brings together gentle fictional tales inspired by the everyday Christmas traditions of years gone by. From family kitchens and glowing shop windows to snowy railway stations and welcoming neighborhood gatherings, these stories celebrate kindness, companionship, homemade gifts, and the pleasure of sharing Christmas with someone you love. Read one story each day from December 1 to Christmas Day , or enjoy the collection whenever you feel like a little festive company. Inside this large-print Christmas collection: - 25 complete short stories , each spanning four pages - Extra-large 22-point story text for comfortable reading - A spacious 8.5 × 11-inch paperback with generous margins - Warm storytelling, gentle humor, and nostalgic seasonal settings - Stories to enjoy independently or read aloud with family and friends Created with older adult readers in mind, this collection offers an inviting alternative to a traditional Advent calendar: a quiet reading moment to look forward to each day. A thoughtful seasonal gift for a parent, grandparent, friend, or loved one who enjoys Christmas traditions and heartwarming short fiction. The collection includes: The Orange in the Stocking; The Crooked Christmas Tree; The Biscuit Tin Choir; A Letter for Christmas Eve; The Shop Window on Maple Street; The Radio That Needed a Tap; Snow at the Railway Station; The Card With the Wrong Address; The Apron With the Floury Pocket; The Christmas Eve Barber; The Paper Star in the Attic; The Christmas Dinner Detour; The Carol at Number Twelve; A Bicycle for Two Sisters; The Last Tray of Mince Pies; The Sweater in the Wrong Size; Christmas at the Telephone Exchange; The Cat Who Chose the Nativity; The First Christmas in the New House; The Tin Soldier's Return; The Christmas Club Envelope; The Village Hall Waltz; The Window Candle; The Recipe Written on a Postcard; and Room at the Christmas Table. Settle into a comfortable chair and welcome a little Christmas joy into each December day.

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