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Pig in the Pond 4 reviews
Martin Waddell
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2005
A rip roaring tale of a hot summer day!
Waddell captures the feeling of a hot afternoon in his humerous story "Pig in a Pond." While watching the ducks splash in the farm yard pond, the pig becomes more and more hot, more and more furstrated, because who ever heard of a "Pig in a Pond"? Finally, he give into temptation and dives in! When the farmer sees this, he decides its not a bad idea and joins the animals on his farm for a ...
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T'ai Chi Mind and Body3 reviews
Tricia Yu
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2003
A Beautiful Book with Clear Instructional Format
I have browsed through a number of T'ai Chi instructional books, but none compare to the quality of this one. Every movement of the T'ai Chi form is clearly demonstrated with numerous, full-body photographs and detailed written instructions. Correlations are also given between the form's movements and a section of "basic moves" which help train the basic movement patterns of T'ai Chi. I love ...
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The Cat in the Hat 175 reviews
Dr. Seuss
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2007
The book that influenced our culture!
Times have changed. Little kids left home alone and shouldn't they have been told by their parents not to let anyone in?
This is the book that must of led to a lot of wild house parties and may have spawned many party while your parents are away flicks (Risky Business, etc).
A good fun read with a lilting cadence!
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Manchester: A Miscellany (Did You Know?)1 review
Francis Frith, Julia Skinner
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2006
Terrific trivia
This little 53-page delight is filled with useless details that are quite interesting, nonetheless. Well, maybe not useless if you live in Manchester. For example, who would have guessed that Manchester lies on the site of the Roman Mamicium--a military camp constructed by the legions of Agricola on the River Irwell in 79 C.E., within a decade after the destruction of Jerusalem's Second Temple.
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The Shadow of the Wind512 reviews
Carlos Ruiz Zafon
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2005
simply the best
A must read... what a book! one of the best i read so far.
I think the translator did a fantastic job.
I devoured this book, could not put it down. stoped a couple of times to re read some paragraphs, to linger and enjoy the art of writing...
HIGHLY recommended
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A Harmony of Angels3 reviews
Angela McGerr
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Absolutely Beautiful and Helpful!
This breathtakingly beautiful book and card set bring you so many uses. You can learn about how to call upon your Guardian Angel; There is a section on "Achieving positive health and well-being;" "Angel healing with fragrances and oils;" "The place of rainbow meditations;" and has an A -Z of Angels, including a fantastic index of life situations where you can learn about which Angel to call upon ...
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The Making of " Star Wars " : The Definitive Story Behind the Original Film62 reviews
J.W. Rinzler
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2007
The best and most comprehensive making of EVER
I read many books about special effects and films. I'm a huge fan of the Star Wars franchises (at least until the most recent cartoon).
THIS ONE IS PERFECT!!! So many detailed descriptions of the evolution from idea to story to script to shooting. An incredible level of detail. So many pictures, storyboards, illustrations, and documents. This is the first time I've picked up such a huge and ...
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Fix-it Duck: Complete & Unabridged13 reviews
J. Alborough
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2006
Fun for the kids and the parents!
You can't help but love reading this book aloud to your little one! The rhymes, illustrations, and humor can't be beat. And there's something irresistible about "Fix it Duck!" My two year old always reaches for this book and when we get to a job for "Fix it Duck", he pumps his fist emphatically while singing "Fix it Duck!". I highly recommend this book, as well as Duck's other board book - Duck ...
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Straight on Till Morning1 review
Lynne Barrett-Lee
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2006
straight on till morning
This book was recommended by a friend from England, and I really enjoyed it. I read it in one day and laughed out loud in several places. The main character, Sally, is funny and oddly moving at the same time. The narrative is crisp and punchy and kept really lively by an amazing cast of minor characters. Definitely worth a read!
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The Next Accident 64 reviews
Lisa Gardner
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2006
Lisa Gardner
I discovered LIsa Gardner in Aug. I saw her book and the summary sounded interesting. The Next Accident was fantastic. I had trouble putting it down. The characters are great and the action is non-stop. I must add that in the past month I have purchased and read all of her books. ALL of them. Each was as fantastic as the first. I highly recommend.
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The Thieves of Ostia22 reviews
Caroline Lawrence
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An Engaging Mystery
I came upon the Roman Mystery series by chance and since I enjoy novels set in Roman times I investigated a bit further, and after visiting Caroline Lawrence's web site I decided to read the series (now up to 17 books). I enjoy historical novels about Rome and have read several, including those of Robert Harris, but I have not read any mystery books before. The Roman Mysteries is intended for ...
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Spirit Walker26 reviews
Michelle Paver
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2006
A great book to read with your kids
I read this (and the previous book) to my son (9 y.o.). We both loved it. We constantly shared ideas about the possible explanations of the events in the book and the possible outcomes. Great bonding experience!
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Erasure38 reviews
Percival Everett
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2006
An amazing work of literary criticism
I have got to think that Everett cringed when the New York Times Book Review praised his book as having addressed "the highly charged issue of being 'black enough' in America." As Monk says in the beginning of his story, race out of context is an empty concept, as is gender.
Throughout this book Everett spoke directly to me (a fairly old, white woman) as if the he were my alter ego. ...
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Flanimals15 reviews
Ricky Gervais
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2008
I LOVE IT, but...
First off, let me start by saying that I love this book. It's cute, funny, gross, and just an all around good time.
I'm not going to sit here and complain like some others have that this is for kids and feel duped. No, because I think it is great for adults.
However, many people on here have stated that this book is overwelmingly a kids book. I disagree, and here is why.
There is a lot ...
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The Story of My Disappearance15 reviews
Paul Watkins
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2006
East German Agent Stranded in US when Wall Comes Down
This is a believable and compelling story about the violent and dangerous life of East German agents, recruited under pressure; threatened and beaten to carry out their assignments. The assignment of this guy is to spy on a friend, and later to be a courier in disguise in Newport, R.I. (smuggling things to and from a Russian submarine). This is where he is when the Wall comes down and has to ...
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Mog the Forgetful Cat: Complete & Unabridged17 reviews
Judith Kerr
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2005
Second time around!
I first bought this book for my daughter when she was 3. she is now 31 and I am buying Mog second time around for the next generation. How's that for staying power and enjoyment?
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Dig Dig Digging18 reviews
Margaret Mayo
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2005
Best book ever!
My 18-month-old loves this book. Fabulous illustrations, excellent writing. My son especiallly likes the alliteration and repitition. For example: "dig dig digging.." "scoop scoop scooping." A great addition to our library.
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The Magical Worlds of Harry Potter: A Treasury of Myths, Legends and Fascinating Facts80 reviews
David Colbert
Retailer-exclusive titles, 2005
Informative
This book was fairly informative and answered as well as brought up numerous questions. Of course, some of these answers can be found off the internet, this book provides historical references which greatly aid in furthering the knowledge of the entire Harry Potter Series.
I hope that a newer and even more updated version becomes available so that some other questions could be answered.
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