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Elements of the Table Book - $15.95

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Elements of the Table, by Lynn Rosen, is a simple, definitive guide for hosts and guests alike. It includes everything you ever wanted to know about the rules of the table - from settings to servings - for the ultimate dining experience. Organized by category, Lynn's advice is sensible, her explanations are clear, and her historical asides will provide plenty of lively dinner conversation. From a complete listing of standard (and historical) utensils to the top ten etiquette errors (and how to avoid them), this book features comprehensive information on topics such as napery, china, silver, crystal and table decor. Complete with fascinating tidbits and amusing facts on centuries of table manners, it is the perfect way to ensure successful dinner parties for years to come. Hard cover. 128 pages.

Secrets of Longevity Book - $14.95

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Secrets of Longevity is full of surprising, all-natural ideas for living a longer, healthier, and happier life. As a 38th generation doctor specializing in longevity, Dr. Maoshing Ni knows the answers--and they're surprisingly simple and powerful. It's amazing how a little honey in your tea can aid internal healing. Or how taking a walk after dinner each night can reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease. The tips are organized into chapters on diet, healing, environment, exercise, and relationships, so you can easily dip into the areas you'd like to address. Marrying wisdom from the East with the latest scientific advances from the West, this book puts at your fingertips a whole host of ways to make your stay on earth longer, healthier, and much, much happier. Soft cover. 328 pages.

Smart Closet Makeovers Book - $14.95

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Learn how to get the most out of your home's closets, from the bedroom to the laundry room to the kitchen. This book includes step-by-step instructions on basic shelf building, tips on how to put together a ready-to-assemble kit, and photos showing how to upgrade light fixtures to brighten your closet. You'll see the dozens of closet configurations to choose from, plus new storage products that make your closet work smarter. Plus the special bonus section features 44 organizing ideas for the entire home. Soft cover. 128 pages.

Deceptively Delicious Book - $12.49

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Based on adding nutritious purees to regular, all-time favorite foods, Jessica Seinfeld's book will help you get those usually rejected but essential food groups into your kids without them knowing. The easy to handle, spiral bound hardcover includes chapters on "loving deception" as a means to good nutrition as well as instructions on how to equip your kitchen and stock your pantry for sneaking purees into your recipes. Among the delicious recipes you'll find chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, quesadillas, brownies and chocolate chip cookies. 208 pages.

Wilton Cake Decorating Beginner's Guide Book - $3.99

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This beginner's guide to cake decorating is the perfect way for you to start making terrific cakes for all your celebrations with detailed, step-by-step instructions. It will show you four easy steps to always bake the perfect cake, great ways to color icing with ease, and how to decorate like a pro using bags and tips. It will even show you fantastic cake ideas and how to decorate every cake in the book in six steps or less. Soft cover. 40 pages.

Better Homes and Gardens® Window Treatments for Every Room Book - $14.95

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Window treatments add a fabulous finishing touch, and Better Homes and Gardens shows you how to select the perfect window dressings for every room. Inside is a room-by-room guide to window treatments, highlighting practical options for kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, and more. You'll find inspiring windows dressed in every type of treatment--including shades, blinds, panels, and valances--depicting an array of styles, from traditional and formal to casual and contemporary. They offer foolproof information for measuring windows accurately, choosing the right window hardware and embellishments, and selecting the best fabrics. The also show you how to easily make window fashions, from quick-sew panels to flirty tassels. Soft cover. 127 pages.

The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth Book - $24.99

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In this totally unique nutrition reference guide, acclaimed nutritionist Jonny Bowden debunks old-school food myths, saves the reputations of foods long suffering from bad PR, and provides you with just the facts--what you need to know to make good, health-conscious decisions about which foods you and your family should eat. You'll also learn the latest research findings and recommendations from around the world about the health benefits of nutrient-packed foods you've loved since you were a kid, and some you've never tried. Learn how easy it is to find "real" food and discover what a dozen nutrition experts say are their "top ten" healthiest foods on earth. Chapters include Vegetables, Grains, Fruits, Soy Foods, Dairy, Meat, Poultry, and Eggs, Oils, Sweeteners, and many more, plus a comprehensive glossary. Also includes a bonus CD. Soft cover. 360 pages.

The Green Book - $12.95

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The small choices you make can have a big impact on the health of our planet. Elizabeth Rogers and Thomas M. Kostigen share everyday tips for saving the planet one simple step at a time. You'll find advice such as not requesting ATM receipts, turning off the tap while you brush your teeth, getting a voicemail service instead of an answering machine and so much more. Celebrities Ellen DeGeneres, Jennifer Aniston, Faith Hill, Tyra Banks, Justin Timberlake and others even share their stories of how they make a diffference when it comes to the environment. Paperback has 201 pages.

True Green Book - $19.95

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In True Green, authors Kim McKay and Jenny Bonnin share 100 everyday ways you can contribute to a healthier planet. They show how you can do your part at home, in the garden, at work, while traveling and in your community. There's simple reminders such as putting on a sweater instead of turning up the heat, saying "no" to plastic bags, choosing recycled products and reusing what you already own. The advice is practical, positive and easy to use. Paperback has 128 pages.

Garden Journal Book - $29.99

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Gardens require planning and cultivation, yielding beauty and joy. This 3-ring binder Garden Journal will help you easily organize your gardening experience. Three planning sections help you plan for the future, collect ideas and inspirations, and record essential facts, observations, and the joy of gardening. Five garden sections let you plan and describe your gardens in detail, with labels for you to customize. Each includes double-sized sheets to diagram your garden and a record of your plantings. Hard cover.

Wedding Kit for Dummies® - $24.99

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From guest lists and invitations to vows and music, this book is your foolproof wedding day planner and complete wedding planning survival guide. Whether you're planning an intimate affair, a large event, or something in between, this valuable book-and-CD kit provides checklists, templates, and worksheets to help you manage all the details. Packed with expert tips and advice on everything from choosing the food and flowers to finding a photographer, this guide takes the cake. The Dummies Way® always gives you explanations in plain English, "get in, get out" information, icons and other navigational aids, a tear-out cheat sheet, top ten lists and a dash of humor and fun. Paperback has 361 pages plus CD-ROM.

Pro Home Manager™ Personal Edition™ Home Management CD - $39.99

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Utility > Home Safety

Pro Home Manager™ Personal Edition™ software for PC creates a customized maintenance schedule with its expert advice that puts you in control and helps you avoid costly repairs that often result from a lack of preventive maintenance. The easy-to-use Home Inventory Organizer organizes household assets and keeps warranty and other important details handy for service calls. The built-in Custom Expert Maintenance database reminds you of all upcoming tasks that need to be scheduled. The software includes all your service provider contact information and enables you to easily email them with one click! You can also send email reminders to yourself or others, or export a service appointment to your Microsoft® Outlook® calendar. 60-day unconditional guarantee. For use with Windows 2000 or higher, Windows XP and Vista. Quickstart guide included.

Wedding Planning For Dummies® Second Edition - $19.99

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Receive realistic planning advice and valuable tips from twice-named Best Wedding Planner by New York Magazine Marcy Blun and Contributing Editor to Interior Design Magazine Laura Fisher Kaiser. The second edition of Wedding Planning For Dummies® features helpful planning forms and checklists, how to's, and tips from setting the date and selecting the invitations to keeping track of gifts, guests and thank you's. Includes "Dummy Features" and Top Ten Lists. Paperback has 408 pages.

Iron Gym™ - $29.99

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This multifunctional exercise bar, constructed of heavy duty steel, gives you a total upper body workout without the need for large, clunky equipment. It can be used for sit ups, push ups, tricep dips, chin ups, pull ups, and much more. For pull ups and chin ups, the Iron Gym™ attaches and removes easily to your door frame in seconds, with no drilling, no tools and no fasteners! Supports up to 300 pounds. Instruction book included. Measures 20 3/4" long.

College Unzipped An All-Access Backstage Pass into College Life - $12.95

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From your first day of college life to graduation day, this book will give you an inside look at academic life after high school and tips on how to adapt. Inside you'll find invaluable advice from current college students as well as recent graduates. There's observations and advice on everything from dealing with roommates to money-saving tips. Sections include Welcome to the Real World, Life in the Dorm, Yes, You Are There to Study, (Not) Going for Broke, When a Friend is in Need or You're in Need of a Friend, Going Greek and many more. Paperback has 288 pages.

Digital Photography for Dummies® Fifth Edition - $24.99

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Can't wait to see what you and that digital camera can do? Packed with beautiful color examples of what you can accomplish, this book gives you the inside scoop on cameras, memory cards, accessories, setting up shots, using exposure and focus, editing, downloading and printing your photos, and a whole lot more. The Dummies Way® always gives you explanations in plain English, "get in, get out" information, icons and other navigational aids, a tear-out cheat sheet, top ten lists and a dash of humor and fun. Paperback has 380 pages.