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You know you're a writer when
... You'll never forgive your parents for your happy childhood.
... The doctor tells you that you have terminal cancer and you think, "I can use this."
... You accidentally sign a check with your pen name.
... You know more than ten synonyms for "blue."
... You write your Christmas letter as if it were War and Peace.
Many readers will recognize themselves in this collection of observations about the eccentric, quirky,...
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CRAZY-BUT-TRUE FACTS, PECULIAR OCCURRENCES, DESPICABLE CRIMES, BIZARRE RECORDS, UNBELIEVABLE CREATURES AND MANY MORE SHOCKING ODDITIES
Delving into the shocking side of pop culture, science and history, Listverse's Epic Book of Mind-Boggling Lists offers a wealth of fascinating reading with over 200 lists and more than 2,000 interesting facts, including:
• Alien Artifacts
• Creepy Urban Legends
• Bizarre Murder Weapons
• Horrific TV Accidents
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The Web edition of this best-selling book now offers even more choices. Choose from nine complete ceremonies, a variety of Vows, Readings, Prayers and Blessings, Wedding Traditions, and other Special Touches to design your ceremony and make it uniquely you. An Order of Service, Program Samples, Diagrams, Rehearsal and Ceremony Worksheets assist you with all the details that make your decisions "a piece of cake." This book is written for and highly...
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A complete guide to drawing media, from pencils and charcoal to pastels and colored inks. Learn how to achieve exciting and unusual effects by combining two or more drawing media. More than one hundred step-by-step demonstrations show ways of tackling tricky subjects. Includes tips on how to professionally present your work and get it into the marketplace.
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This dictionary contains more than 1000 selections from over 100 of Russell's books and articles. It serves as an introduction to Russell's brilliance in analysis, argument, and exposition which develops a clear notion of his method of approach, his fundamental principles and many of his leading ideas. Found here are definitions and terms reflected in the topics of mind, matter and morals.
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Get thousands of facts at your fingertips with this essential resource.
The World Almanac® and Book of Facts is America's best-selling reference book of all time, with more than 82 million copies sold. For more than 150 years, this compendium of information has been the authoritative source for all your entertainment, reference, and learning needs. The 2020 edition of The World Almanac reviews the biggest events of 2019 and will be your go-to...
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No-cost and low-cost tips to save thousands of dollars-and reduce carbon emissions that are wreaking havoc on the climate.
There's plenty of public concern about global warming's effects-mounting natural disasters, mass migrations, crop failures, and more. This new edition of the classic guide shows how to channel that public concern into positive action. It's filled with simple everyday things you can do to minimize future global warming-and as...
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This indispensable reference guide offers hundreds of excuses for thousands of situations-from missed birthdays to unpaid parking tickets and more!
Nobody ever said being an adult was easy. But it's definitely easier with hundreds of excuses for things you did, didn't do, or simply never want to hear about again. The Little Book of Big Excuses is your guide to saving face, avoiding blame, and getting out of almost any unpleasant situation. In "Fake,...
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Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Canada's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Marvel at the Niagara Falls, spot whales in Newfoundland and sample wine on the Okanagan Valley Wine trail. Get to Canada, rent a car, and hit the road!
Inside Lonely Planet's Canada's Best Road Trips:
Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known...
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Lonely Planet's Taiwan is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Cycle the East Coast, explore temple treasures and hike Taroko Gorge; all with your trusted travel companion.
Inside Lonely Planet's Taiwan Travel Guide:
Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to...
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Inside Lonely Planet's Canadian Rockies' Best Road Trips:
Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs
Full-color route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directions
Detours - delightful diversions to see the Canadian Rockies' highlights along the way
Link Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the next
Insider tips - get around like a local, avoid...
12) The Complete APA: The Easiest Book for Proper Formatting, Writing, and Citations to Create the Perfe
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Unleash Your Inner Writer: A Guide to Mastering the Art of Writing Are you ready to embark on a transformative writing journey? Look no further than this book, a comprehensive guide that will empower you to master the art of writing. Whether you're a beginner seeking to develop foundational skills or an experienced writer looking to enhance your craft, this book is your ultimate companion.Within these pages, you'll discover practical strategies, step-by-step...
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Lonely Planet's Pocket Montreal and Quebec City is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighborhood by neighborhood. Savour Quebecois cuisine, stroll through Montreal's parks, and explore Quebec City's Citadelle; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Montreal and Quebec City and make the most of your trip!
Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Montreal and Quebec City:
Full-color maps and travel photography...
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* Imagine que usted está en un parque, en el campo o en la montaña y un árbol le llama la atención. Le gustaría conocer su nombre, pero...
* ¿Cómo se puede reconocer un árbol? ¿Existe algún método? ¿Tal vez alguna regla? ¿Hay al menos algún procedimiento práctico?
* Sí. Cada especie tiene unas hojas características, una estructura particular, e incluso las flores y los frutos tienen ciertos rasgos específicos.
* En las páginas...
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A fun and fascinating trivia book with a wide range of intriguing questions and entertainingly written answers from a bestselling author.
Perfect for trivia junkies everywhere, this new collection will surprise readers with fascinating answers to age-old curiosities, such as:
• Does a goldfish's memory really only last a few seconds?
• Do plants feel pain?
• Why do cats' eyes glow in the dark?
• Why do people seem more attractive...
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More than 150 new fun facts to delight, befuddle and amaze, from the bestselling author of Why Do Roller Coasters Make You Puke?
This bizarre and baffling trivia collection with delight and intrigue readers, with answers to age-old questions like who was Dr. Pepper and what causes new-car smell? Written by the bestselling author of Can Holding in a Fart Kill You?, this new collection has 150 more curious questions and astounding answers.
Perfect...
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A collection of obscure facts, impressive achievements, despicable crimes, bizarre records, unforgettable films and more from the authors of listverse.com.
Discover bizarre facts, amazing trivia, astonishing mysteries, natural wonders, little-known people, useful tips and much more in this mammoth bathroom reader. From crime, movies and music to science, history and literature, this book offers an incredible array of intriguing top-ten lists, including:
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Lonely Planet's Pocket Nice & Monaco is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. View masterpieces in the Musee Matisse, enjoy the glittering Casino de Monte Carlo and explore Vieux Nice; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Nice & Monaco and make the most of your trip!
Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Nice & Monaco:
Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before...
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The twenty-fourth edition in the bestselling bathroom-reading series is jam-packed with over 500 pages of absorbing trivia material.
The information miners at the Bathroom Readers' Institute have unearthed a priceless collection of surprising, amazing, head-scratching, and hilarious articles. Divided by length for your sitting convenience, 24-Karat Gold is chock-full of little-known history, random origins, weird news, celebrity secrets, and urban...
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