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Getting the Pretty Back: Friendship, Family, and Finding the Perfect Lipstick
Par Molly Ringwald. 2010
The iconic Molly Ringwald shares intimate stories and candid advice in this fun, stylish, and sexy girlfriend's guide to lifeTo…
her millions of fans, Molly Ringwald will forever be sixteen. As the endearing and witty star of the beloved John Hughes classics Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, and Pretty in Pink, Molly defined teenage angst, love, and heartbreak. While remembered eternally as the enviable high school princess Claire, or the shy, vulnerable Samantha, Molly has just celebrated her fortieth birthday. Facing a completely new, angst-inducing time in her life, she is embracing being a woman, wife, mother of three, actress, and best friend with her trademark style, candor, and humor.In Getting the Pretty Back, Molly encourages every woman to become "the sexiest, funniest, smartest, best-dressed, and most confident woman that you can be." She shares personal anecdotes and entertaining insights about the struggle to get through the murky milestones and identity issues that crop up long after the prom ends. Whether she's discussing sex and beauty, personal style, travel and entertaining, motherhood, or friendship, Molly embodies the spirit of being fabulous at every age, and reminds us all that prettiness is a state of mind: it's "the part of you that knows what you really want, that takes risks."Lavishly illustrated by Ruben Toledo, Getting the Pretty Back is sure to charm women of all ages with Molly's unforgettably personal, refreshingly outspoken take on life, love, and, of course, finding that perfect red lipstick. . . .Eye on the Struggle: Ethel Payne, the First Lady of the Black Press
Par James McGrath Morris. 2015
[An] important and often absorbing new book . . . It’s a deep pleasure to meet Ethel Payne. ‘We are…
soul folks,’ she declared in 1967, ‘and I am writing for soul brothers’ consumption.’ Her own soul beams from this book. — New York Times“A riveting biography of a groundbreaking African American journalist . . . In James McGrath Morris’s compelling biography Eye on the Struggle, this ‘first lady of the black press’ finally gets her due.” — O, the Oprah Magazine“Morris’s research on Payne is meticulous…” — Washington Post“[A] beautifully written and carefully researched new book.” — Chicago Tribune“Afast-paced tour through the highlights of 20th-century African-American history, with Payne as witness.” — Boston Globe“It is through Payne’s eyes that author James McGrath Morris deftly shows us the history of post-World War II America.” — Minneapolis Star Tribune“…James McGrath Morris lifts Ethel Payne from relative obscurity revealing a fearless, intrepid journalist who covered practically every important event of her day…” — Herb Boyd, National Association of Black Journalist, Hall of Fame, inducteeEthel Payne was a pioneer who experienced the challenges but little of the glory that comes with the title. With this book, her legacy is assured. — Paula J. Giddings, author of Ida, A Sword Among Lions: Ida B. Wells and the Campaign Against Lynching“A deeply researched, skillfully written biography about a previously underappreciated individual.” — Kirkus Reviews“James McGrath Morris’s eloquent book - quite a feat of historical excavation into the black press as well - should bring her many new admirers.” — Wil Haygood, author of the bestselling,The Butler: A Witness to HistoryIn Eye on the Struggle James McGrath Morris lifts Ethel Payne from relative obscurity revealing a fearless, intrepid journalist who covered practically every important event of her day, whether at home in the heat of the civil rights movement or traveling abroad to Africa and Asia. ” — Herb Boyd, author of Brotherman and Baldwin's Harlem“Eye on the Struggle is an incredibly important act of historical recovery. James McGrath Morris’ penetratingly insightful biography of Ethel Payne takes us into the world of the civil rights era black press through the eyes of one its trailblazing journalists.” — Peniel E. Joseph, author of Waiting Til the Midnight Hour and Stokely Peniel E. Joseph, author of Waiting Til the Midnight Hour and Stokely “A debt of gratitude is due James McGrath Morris for bringing the remarkable life of Ethel Payne out of the shadows.” — Pamela Newkirk, author of,Spectacle: The Astonishing Life of Ota BengaThe rich use of sources and glimpses of Payne’s personal life will engage readers interested in civil rights, journalism, and women’s history.” — Library Journal“Besides reclaiming an important figure in American journalism, Eyes on the Struggle offers historical context for the journalistic role that alternative media play in current civil rights movements. . . His quest not only recounts a storied life but also reminds readers of the historic centrality of alternative media in social change.” — Journal of American History“A well-researched, detailed look at the life of a pioneering journalist.” — The Washington Independent Review of Books“[A] groundbreaking biography” — KamWilliams.com“Morris is not only insightful, but also wise…” — Dallas Morning News“Morris has written a fast-paced, engrossing biography…” — New York Times Book Review“Biographer James McGrath Morris pulls back the curtain oThe Rebel's Clinic: The Revolutionary Lives of Frantz Fanon
Par Adam Shatz. 2024
One of The New Yorker's best books of 2024Named a most anticipated book of 2024 by Foreign Policy | Lit…
Hub | The Millions"Nimble and engrossing. . . [An] exemplary work of public intellectualism." —Becca Rothfeld, The Washington PostA revelatory biography of the writer-activist who inspired today’s movements for social and racial justiceIn the era of Black Lives Matter, Frantz Fanon’s shadow looms larger than ever. He was the intellectual activist of the postcolonial era, and his writings about race, revolution, and the psychology of power continue to shape radical movements across the world. In this searching biography, Adam Shatz tells the story of Fanon’s stunning journey, which has all the twists of a Cold War-era thriller. Fanon left his modest home in Martinique to fight in the French Army during World War II; when the war was over, he fell under the influence of Existentialism while studying medicine in Lyon and trying to make sense of his experiences as a Black man in a white city. Fanon went on to practice a novel psychiatry of “dis-alienation” in rural France and Algeria, and then join the Algerian independence struggle, where he became a spokesman, diplomat, and clandestine strategist. He died in 1961, while under the care of the CIA in a Maryland hospital. Today, Fanon’s Black Skin, White Masks and The Wretched of the Earth have become canonical texts of the Black and global radical imagination, comparable to James Baldwin’s essays in their influence. And yet they are little understood. In The Rebel’s Clinic, Shatz offers a dramatic reconstruction of Fanon’s extraordinary life—and a guide to the books that underlie today’s most vital efforts to challenge white supremacy and racial capitalism.Includes 8 pages of black-and-white photographsCoretta: The Autobiography of Mrs. Coretta Scott King
Par Coretta Scott King. 2024
Celebrate the life of the extraordinary civil and human rights activist Coretta Scott King with this picture book adaptation of…
her critically acclaimed adult memoir.This is the autobiography of Coretta Scott King––wife of Martin Luther King, Jr.; founder of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change (the King Center); architect of the MLK, Jr. legacy; and global leader in movements for civil and human rights as well as peace. Learn about how a girl born in the segregated deep south became a global leader at the forefront of the peace movement and an unforgettable champion of social change. Resilience, bravery, and joy lie at the center of this timeless story about fighting for justice against all odds.The 30 Plan: Why eating 30 plants a week will revolutionise your gut health
Par Catherine Rabess. 2024
'The ultimate guide and go-to book for all things gut health, written by an expert' Rhiannon Lambert, BSc MSc RNutr,…
founder of RhitritionRevolutionise your gut health with this simple plan from an expert dietitianGet on board with the 30 plant challenge! Gut health goes far beyond the stomach - it is linked to how your metabolism, brain and body functions, and even to your mental wellbeing. As much as 70 per cent of your immune system lives in your gut too, so getting it into optimal condition has never been more important. The latest research shows that eating a diverse range of 30 plants a week and getting 30g of fibre a day is the best way to optimise your gut health. This book is the first to combine the two into one simple plan, and will show you just how easy and delicious doing both can be. With 60 mouthwatering recipes and dozens of practical tips and tricks for maximising your intake of plants - fruit, veg, nuts, seeds, legumes, sprouts and more ... - this is the future of plant-based eating. And best of all, it's not restrictive! Expert dietitian Catherine Rabess shows that the key to gut health is diversity, not restriction.Academically Speaking: Lessons from a Life in Christian Higher Education
Par Rick Ostrander. 2024
A personal odyssey through the world of Christian higher education, narrated by a professional who has worked on both sides…
of the faculty-administrative divide. What is the world of Christian higher education really like? Rick Ostrander&’s thirty-year career in Christian academia equips him to provide an insider&’s perspective on the field and its future. Ostrander cut his teeth as an undergraduate at Moody Bible Institute and the University of Michigan before completing his PhD with George Marsden at Notre Dame. From there he worked as a professor and administrator at various Christian colleges, a vice president at the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, and an independent academic consultant. Throughout, he witnessed the many dramatic transformations of Christian higher education. Ostrander traces an attempt to cultivate evangelical intellectualism in the &’90s to the political and economic forces that shake Christian colleges today. Through lively storytelling, Ostrander highlights the qualities and quirks of Christian higher education. His experiences offer readers insight into how Christian colleges can flourish in an age of uncertainty.Bessie
Par Chris Albertson. 2008
The definitive biography of musical legend Bessie Smith: &“A landmark in the writing of jazz history . . . First-rate&” (The Washington Post).…
Known as the &“Empress of the Blues,&” Bessie Smith was a successful vaudeville entertainer who became the highest paid African American performer of the Roaring Twenties. This revised and expanded biography debunks many of the myths that have circulated since her untimely death in 1937. Writing with insight and candor about the singer&’s personal life and career, the author supplements his research with dozens of interviews with her relatives, friends, and associates—in particular Ruby Walker Smith, a niece by marriage who toured with Bessie for over a decade. Also included in this updated edition are more details of Bessie&’s early years, new interview material, and a chapter devoted to events and responses that followed the book&’s original publication. &“The product of painstaking research . . . Devastating, provocative, and enlightening.&” —Los Angeles TimesWithin these pages, readers will learn how the diet works, how they can follow it to improve their own health…
and lose weight, and how they can diagnose their own blood pH levels at home. With a comprehensive list of the best alkaline foods, as well as meal plans and more than fifty delicious, healthy recipes, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the pH Balance Diet is an ideal all-in-one introduction to the diet.The Complete Idiot's Guide to Yoga with Kids
Par Eve Adamson, Jodi Komitor. 2000
Yoga is not only beneficial for adults, but for kids as well! With The Complete Idiot&’s Guide® to Yoga with Kids, learn:• Practical…
advice for making yoga a family affair• Safe and sensible teaching tips and fun positions for both adults and kids• Idiot-proof ways to use yoga to promote good health, build self-confidence, and moreThe Complete Idiot's Guide to the TLC Diet: Low Your Cholesterol with This Heart-Healthy Eating Plan
Par Diane A. Welland. 2013
The TLC (Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes) Diet is a low saturated fat, low cholesterol diet that was originally designed to help…
high-risk patients reduce their high blood cholesterol levels, as well as lowering risk for developing heart disease and suffering future heart attacks. However, this diet isn't just for those dealing with health problems, because recent studies have also revealed that TLC happens to be one of the healthiest and best overall diets for anyone interested in a healthier lifestyle. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked TLC as the #2 best overall diet, as well as being one of the best diets for heart healthy eating (#2) and overall healthy eating (#2). The TLC Diet was created by the (U.S.) National Institutes of Health's National Cholesterol Education Program and is considered a medically-sound and well-researched diet. As opposed to gimmick diets that are often debunked, this diet will be around for the long term. However, unlike other diets that offer a step-by-step plan, TLC requires effort and attention on the part of the follower for long-term success. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to the TLC Diet offers readers a structured program not only for eating and cooking for TLC success, but it offers guidance for healthy lifestyle changes that will provide a non-gimmick, medically-proven plan for anyone interested in healthy, life-changing results. Readers will learn the often confusing differences between "good" and "bad" cholesterol, how to cook and eat right to get the desired results, and how to change their lives for the better with this sound, healthy program.The Complete Idiot's Guide to Boosting Your Immunity: Strengthen Your Body’s Natural Defenses Through Diet, Healthy Habits, and More
Par Colleen Totz Diamond, Murdoc Khaleghi. 2013
Learn to boost your immunity with this essential guide!The key to overcoming chronic illness and recovering from chemotherapy treatments-or just…
to avoid getting every virus that goes around-is to build up the body's natural immune defenses. Nutrient-poor diets contribute to their poor health, so learning how to eat foods that boost your immune defenses is a very important step. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Boosting Your Immunity shows readers which foods to eat in order to build up their natural resistance to viruses, bacteria, and chronic diseases, including recipes showcasing nutrient-dense foods that pack an anti-disease punch. It also provides knowledgeable guidance for navigating the complex world of vitamins and natural supplements, helping readers formulate a regimen that works best for their needs. The role of exercise in immunity is also explored, with practical tips for using it to maximize wellness. And to give readers the best chance of staying healthy, the book shows hidden healthy habits that can keep them from picking up every germ that goes around.The Mediterranean Diet Guide and Cookbook
Par Kimberly A. Tessmer, Chef Stephanie Green. 2023
Healthy food, healthy lifestyle, healthy you.Based on the fundamentals of balancing foods high in omega-3 fats such as fresh fruits,…
vegetables, fish, olive oil, nuts, etc. The Mediterranean diet has a variety of health benefits. More than just a flavorful diet, this is a lifestyle developed over centuries in the warm climates along the Mediterranean Sea to help everyone appreciate life that much more. And now, you too can reap the benefits of this way of eating!The Mediterranean Diet Guide and Cookbook helps you understand, develop and implement this heart-healthy diet and lifestyle. In this nutritious guide, you'll get:Over 75 good-for-you recipes, each with a complete nutritional analysis; and a month's worth of delicious menu plans--one week for each season--to kick-start your diet.The history and science behind the Mediterranean diet and what makes it so exceptional.Essential information on the foods and beverages that make up the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid.• An eye-opening look at how this diet can enhance heart health, help manage diabetes and assist in weight loss.A better understanding of the healthy fats, carbs, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxi-dants you acquire eating the Mediterranean way.The Complete Idiot's Guide to Detoxing Your Body: A Good-for-You Guide to Cleansing Your System
Par Delia Quigley. 2008
Cleansing for good health. Toxic substances find a way into our bodies through air, water, food, and even household products.…
When these toxins build up in our bodies faster than we can get rid of them, we may experience premature aging, lethargy, chronic illness, and weight gain. This indispensable guide explains the why's and how's of detoxification and gives readers the tools to rid their bodies of toxins and enjoy a more vibrant, healthy life.The Complete Idiot's Guide to Low-Carb Meals, 2nd Edition: Rediscover Low-Carb Living with 300+ Taste-Tempting Recipes
Par Lucy Beale, Sandy G. Couvillon. 2012
In the world of diets, low-carb dieting is still very popular. Reformed from its early no-carb version, today&’s low-carb diet…
relies on cutting down carbohydrates in your diet and replacing them with protein. Numerous diets today—and even some diabetic diets—rely on cutting carbohydrates. Cooks today are looking for low-carb alternatives that aren&’t bland diet book recipes. The Complete Idiot&’s Guide® to Low-Carb Meals, second edition, has lower carb recipes and more vegetarian and vegan selections than before. As many readers point out, low-carb diet cookbooks read like they were written by scientists, not cooks. Enter cookbook authors Lucy Beale and Sandy Couvillon with more than 330 taste-tempting recipes for low-carb alternatives. Moreover, the recipes have additional nutritional information—not just carb/gram data, but also protein replacement data and complex and simple carbohydrates nutritional information. With everything from breakfast (egg dishes, of course) to late-night snacks, Beale and Couvillon offer hundreds of delicious recipes for the die-hard dieter and health-conscious cook that appeal to the family and are easy to make. This cookbook offers fantastic salads, bread and pasta recipes, grains, potatoes, rice, desserts, fruit options—and even an entire chocolate chapter.Australian Women's Weekly Mediterranean: Fresh, healthy everyday recipes
Par Australian Women'S Weekly. 2021
Create triple-tested, fuss-free Mediterranean recipes that you&’ll come back to time and again.Bring the taste of the Mediterranean to your …
home! With more than 90 fresh and exciting recipes to add to your repertoire, create delicious, healthy, and flavorful everyday Mediterranean meals that the whole family will love.Australian Women's Weekly is one of the most popular and reliable sources of fresh, healthy, and easy-to-make recipes. Inside the pages of this Mediterranean recipe book, you&’ll discover: • 90 exciting recipes from the latest lifestyle trends, all photographed and with a fresh, modern design • A wide range of cuisines, types of dishes, and dietary needs to create balanced everyday meals • Imperial and metric conversions and dual ingredient vocabulary • Easily recognizable ingredients that you can find in your local supermarket • A mixture of classic recipes and innovative ideas from one of Australia&’s top-selling and most widely read magazines Bring a bit of the Med into your kitchenThis exciting recipe book by Australian Women's Weekly translates the famously healthy Mediterranean diet for home cooks. This cookbook contains a wide range of innovative recipes and some old classics to show you how to create fantastic Mediterranean dishes with fresh fish, healthy fats, lean meats, nutritious vegetables, and more.From roasted sardine and golden tomato toasts, lamb, spinach, and feta pie to mushroom with almond picada. Explore delicious dishes from Italy, Greece, Morocco, Egypt, Turkey, and Lebanon. These flavorsome, nutritious everyday recipes cater to a variety of diet types including vegetarian, pescatarian, and gluten-free.Love what you see? Discover more in the series!Are you looking for tried and tested fuss-free recipes? Look no further! Australian Women&’s Weekly recipe series has fresh, healthy recipes that you can make every day. Try Australian Women's Weekly Vegetarian for delicious everyday vegetarian meals!DK Life Stories: Nelson Mandela (DK Life Stories)
Par Stephen Krensky. 2019
In this kids biography, discover the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela, who became the first black president of South Africa…
after spending 27 years in prison.In 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to a lifetime in jail. His crime? Attempting to overthrow a government that openly discriminated against its black citizens. After spending 27 years behind bars, Mandela was released, allowing him to continue his struggle for equality in South Africa--and to become the country's first black president. In this biography book for kids ages 8-11, learn all about Mandela's incredible life, his fight against apartheid, and how he helped bring peace to his nation.This new biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this the one biography series every teacher and librarian will want to collect. Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.Writers: Their Lives and Works (DK History Changers)
Par Dk. 2018
Explore the fascinating lives and loves of the greatest novelists, poets, and playwrights.From William Shakespeare and Jane Austen to Gabriel…
García Márquez and Toni Morrison, Writers explores more than 100 biographies of the world&’s greatest writers. Each featured novelist, playwright, or poet is introduced by a stunning portrait, followed by photography and illustrations of locations and artifacts important in their lives – along with pages from original manuscripts, first editions, and their correspondence. Trace the friendships, loves, and rivalries that inspired each individual and affected their writing, revealing insights into the larger-than-life characters, plots, and evocative settings that they created. You will also uncover details each writer&’s most famous pieces and understand the times and cultures they lived in – see how the world influenced them and how their works influenced the world.Writers introduces key ideas, themes, and literary techniques of each figure, revealing the imaginations and personalities behind some of the world's greatest novels, short stories, poems, and plays. A diverse variety of authors are covered, from the Middle Ages to present day, providing a compelling glimpse into the lives of the people behind the page.The rapid emergence of Type 2 diabetes has become one of the most urgent health issues facing not only Americans,…
but people around the globe. For those suffering from diabetes, managing the disease is a delicate and often confusing balancing act that is highly unpredictable and can be, at times, life-threatening. Effective diabetes management requires not only daily effort, but knowledge in order to control side effects. However, armed with that essential knowledge, diabetes sufferers can lead normal and healthy lives, with minimal issues. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Managing Diabetes Fast-Track gives you critical yet practical insight to help manage the disease and minimize the risks. You will learn how to manage daily diet choices, as well long-term dietary habits so the illness doesn't progress. You will also learn the simple lifestyle changes that can make a huge difference and take your health from suffering to thriving. Helpful advice for managing medications and keeping diabetes in check when diet and exercise aren't enough is included so you are armed with the tools and practical guidance they need to lead a normal, healthy life.Beyond the Sage on the Stage: Communicating Science and Contemporary Issues Effectively
Par S. L. Seethaler. 2024
Communication failures are ubiquitous. Exacerbating the situation, much communication advice is superficial, and the vast research base that should inform…
best practices in communication is difficult to navigate. Beyond the Sage on the Stage translates lessons from carefully documented scholarship into lucid prose with meaningful examples that illustrate readily applicable communication strategies. This user-friendly guide provides a unique cross-disciplinary approach to developing the knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to achieve evolving communication goals. Topics include optimizing language and visuals, designing comparisons, composing logic stories, conveying authenticity, clarifying data and uncertainty, supporting reasoning and decision-making, avoiding backfires, reading body language, and cultivating empathy. The book is constructed with a clear progression of logic based on a proven educational framework and provides guidance for communication about both uncontroversial and controversial topics. Demonstrating how commonly dispensed communication advice is often counterproductive, Beyond the Sage on the Stage is an innovative toolkit for being understood, fostering trust and genuine connection, and building a foundation for more effective, inclusive communication.The Anti-Inflammation Diet, Second Edition (Idiot's Guides)
Par Christopher P. Cannon, Heidi McIndoo. 2014
New research shows that abnormal inflammation may be linked to a variety of diseases and conditions, including heart disease, cancer,…
asthma, diabetes, and arthritis. A diet designed to reduce and reverse inflammation can improve overall health. Idiot's Guides: The Anti-Inflammation Diet, Second Edition includes a wealth of information about how the diet works and the latest in research and testing. It offers healthy eating plans, food lists, and delicious recipes. An Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Cannon also includes valuable information on stress reduction, exercise, and weight control.