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In Food, Genes, and Culture, renowned ethnobotanist Gary Nabhan shows why the perfect diet for one person could be disastrous for another. If your ancestors were herders in Northern Europe, milk might well provide you with important nutrients, whereas if you’re Native American, you have a higher likelihood of lactose intolerance. If your roots lie in the Greek islands, the acclaimed Mediterranean diet might save your heart; if not, all that olive oil could just give you stomach cramps.

Ganelon Silvermane, the genetically designed superhero of the Earth's fabulous final age, has rapidly become the most popular of all Lin Carter's creations. Now, in this fourth novel of Gondwane, the world's last continent, Ganelon Silvermane has offered himself as hostage to the worst band of barbarians to roam the plains. As a captive of the Horde, Ganelon rises to greater heights of heroism than ever before... and begins to assume the full power of his mighty being!

Negotiation is a skill people need to use every day. In this audiobook exclusive, learn the negotiation skills required to navigate difficult work situations. We are often unaware when we enter a negotiation; a conversation takes a turn, we're unprepared, and suddenly we've agreed take on a new role at work without additional compensation. In today's economy, we are more burdened than ever, and it is increasingly important to identify the red flags that signal a negotiation is about to commence.

Mit vierzig findet sich Yuval in einem Leben wieder, in dem nichts so ist, wie er es sich einst vorgestellt hat. Er ist unfähig, etwas daran zu ändern, bis er begreift: Nicht der Zufall hat ihn hierhergeführt, sondern die Entscheidungen, die er nicht getroffen hat. Also trifft er eine – und begibt sich auf eine schicksalhafte Reise, die alles verändert.

Negligence is one of the most common causes of legal disputes in everyday life, yet many people do not fully understand how it works. Negligence in Everyday Life is a practical audio guide that explains how responsibility, carelessness, and liability operate in real-world situations. This audiobook breaks down complex legal concepts into clear and simple explanations, making it easy to understand how negligence applies to daily activities such as driving, business, professional services, and public interactions.

O palavrão é parte viva da língua brasileira: divertido, explosivo, às vezes ofensivo, mas sempre carregado de força e significado. Este dicionário reúne, de forma inédita, os principais palavrões usados no Brasil, explorando suas origens, sentidos, contextos e até mesmo a intensidade de cada um através da inovadora Escala Fascinare. Mais do que um simples compilado de termos, esta obra é um mergulho na criatividade popular, no humor e na irreverência que fazem parte do nosso jeito de falar.

»Thron der Diebe« | Großer historischer Mittelalter-Roman Die wahre Geschichte von Robin Hood: Vom Mönch zum Gesetzlosen, vom Piraten zur Legende Exzellent recherchiert, spannend geschrieben, mitreißend erzählt: Das Leben des historischen Robin Hood war so spannend wie ein Abenteuerroman...

In this #1- SPIEGEL-bestselling seasonal romcom fake dating was the plan – catching real feelings wasn't. Becca and Nils are best friends – who end up in bed together every New Year's Eve. On the 10th anniversary of their annual one-night stand, kindergarten teacher Becca scrapes together...

Beharrlich sind sie, sagen die einen. Nervig, sagen andere. Jedenfalls wollen Milla und Mats un-be-dingt ein Haustier. Wie gut, dass Milla und Mats ganz zufällig in einer kleinen Höhle im verwilderten Teil des Gartens hinter dem Haus drei flauschige Wesen entdecken: Knuffel, Lulu und Mopsi sind zuckersüß. Die perfekten Haustiere! Kurzerhand ziehen die drei Flauschis ins Kinderzimmer und sorgen dort für allerhand Trubel, äh, Freude. In 6 wirklich witzigen Geschichten toben, kleckern, springen, jammern und meckern sich die Nervknödel durch den Tag.

I had run away to get away from one domineering man…Now, I’m in the arms of one who would give me the world. I didn’t want to leave my Pride, but I didn’t have much of a choice. Everything that I have done has been for myself, trying to make ME happy. Then one day, I ran into him while swimming and my life fell apart. I didn’t know how name, just that he brought out desires inside of me that I didn’t think was possible. I can play his game of cat and mouse…I just didn’t realize how quickly I was falling into his trap.

When the very attractive single dad opens the door to his house, I forget all about trying to get a sale. Not only is he attractive but he needs help, and I’m used to dealing with kids. I get things under control without even thinking about it and when I’m done, I love the way he looks at me. In fact, I love it so much that I make sure he can see a whole lot more! He’s a sexy Navy SEAL and a single dad.

When this hot billionaire asks me to do him a favor in exchange for an opportunity at the career of my dreams, I am wholeheartedly willing. In fact, I’m willing to do a lot more than just take care of his kids!

My boss thinks I’m asleep when he’s talking to his friend on the phone. I hear him tell his friend he’s depressed about me graduating from college. I think he’s worried about finding a new nanny. But then, I hear him say that he’s wanted me since he met me, and he’s going to hate it when I’m gone!

I gave Grant Jackman a letter he should never have seen! I had to work up the courage to write a letter to stand up for myself, but I did it. Then, I left it in the wrong mailbox: Grant’s mailbox! I find that out the next day, and I’m embarrassed when I come by to pick it up. Then, I go gaga over him. Grant must be the sexiest man I’ve ever met. He’s tall, muscular, older than me, and so damned handsome I can’t even think.

Presenting a new anthology from the mind of one of the darkest, macabre gay authors, Cain Berlinger. Always striving to be deliberately shocking, Berlinger provides us with a series of tales from the minds of the God Morpheus and his brothers, Phantasos and Phobetor. In their attempt to please Zeus, the brothers spin degenerate dreams into the minds of mortals, dreams that blur reality. Tales filled with Lycans, Warlocks, Satyrs, and Dragons wrapped in growth hormones, decadent sex, and transformations.

Nick thought brother Jesse and sister Violet just wanted to get into his pants. What they really wanted was to get into his nightmares. When Nick moves back to New Orleans, he meets and lusts after lounge singer Violet, but she has other things on her mind. Sometime later, Nick meets Jesse, who turns out to be Violet's twin brother. Nick and Jesse have a brief affair, but Nick still hankers after Violet. The final confrontation proves you cannot trust anybody.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Passionate advocate for end-of-life care and TikTok star Hadley Vlahos shares moving stories of joy, wisdom, and redemption from her patients’ final moments in this “brilliant” (Zibby Owens, Good Morning America) memoir. “This extraordinary book helps...

A breathtaking novel, rare and moving, about the world's greatest chef and his unruly heart. WHITE TRUFFLES IN WINTER imagines the world of the remarkable French chef Auguste Escoffier (1846-1935), who changed how we eat through his legendary restaurants at the Savoy and the Ritz. A man of...

This elegant young adult novel captures the immigrant experience for one Indian-American family with humor and heart. Told in alternating teen voices across three generations, You Bring the Distant Near explores sisterhood, first loves, friendship, and the inheritance of culture--for better or...

This program is read by a full cast. Edited by The Bronx Is Reading founder Saraciea J. Fennell and featuring an all-star cast of Latinx contributors, Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed is a ground-breaking anthology that will spark dialogue and inspire hope In Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed...