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A Wizard Of Earthsea- A Graphic Novel [Bok / Inbunden]

<p><strong>Everything the connoisseur could ever want to know about gin, the spirit that sparked a worldwide distilling boom.<br/></strong></p><p>Nothing communicates elegance and refinement like a Martini. Nothing refreshes on a warm summer day like a Gin & Tonic. It is no accident that gin stands at the center of these iconic cocktails, as its bold, unique character leaves a lasting impression everywhere it appears. <em>Big Gin </em>is the definitive exploration into this beloved spirit, tracing its history from London's Gin Craze to the recent renaissance that sparked a worldwide distilling boom.</p><p>Aficionados will find their appreciation for their favorite varieties deepened and discover new varieties to fall in love with, while the cocktail connoisseur will uncover innovative craft offerings that are pushing the spirit in exciting directions.</p><p>Inside you'll find:</p><ul><li>The history of gin</li><li>A breakdown of the botanicals that lend gin its unique character</li><li>An in-depth exploration of the predominant style, London dry</li><li>Profiles of Hendrick's, Tanqueray, Beefeater, and other major players</li><li>Interviews with the master distillers who are both preserving tradition and pushing the spirit forward</li><li>Recipes for the perfect Martini, Gin & Tonic, Negroni, and other beloved gin-based cocktails</li></ul>

<b>In the highly anticipated follow-up to national bestseller<i> Real Life, Real Love,</i> DJ Envy and Gia Casey share hard-won lessons from 21 years of parenting</b><br/><br/>Since the publication of their successful book <i>Real Life, Real Love</i>, DJ Envy and Gia, collectively known as the Caseys, have constantly been inundated with questions from people all around the world wondering how they create and maintain the patience, focus, and time to raise happy and successful children after all these years. In <i>Real Life, Real Family</i>, they dive deeper into how they've created a family unit that's filled with unwavering love and share with readers the ways they manage to raise low-stress children while nurturing a solid and thriving partnership together. <p> </p><p> Unlike most parenting books, which often tell parents what they should and shouldn't do, <i>Real Life, Real Family</i> is filled with real experiences from two parents who have seen and experienced it all with children of ALL ages-from a 20-year-old to under a year-and who are still actively parenting in real time. The book also delves into more than just the parent-child relationship, as they explore the interesting dynamics between siblings and the mother/father partnership that make families truly flourish.<br/><br/>Whether you're a parent who is partnered or single, have one child or ten, readers of <i>Real Life, Real Family</i> will walk away with the tools to create a resilient family unit filled with purpose, intention, and love. </p>

<b>Multi-award-winning, globally bestselling author Neil Gaiman's riveting retellings of the classic Norse myths, now reinvented with epic, full-colour illustrations by Levi Pinfold. A gift from the gods of story.</b> Ancient myths burst into thrilling, visceral life in Neil Gaiman's irresistible <i>Norse Mythology</i>, already a modern classic and a massive bestseller around the world. In this brand-new edition, Levi Pinfold brings his own spectacular illustrative imagination to the world of gods, frost giants, magic and betrayal, uniting two awesome talents in one glorious book. From the dawn of the world to the twilight of the gods, this is the most dazzling journey through the Norse myths, with Odin the all-father and his mighty son Thor, whose hammer Mjollnir makes the mountain giants tremble, and Loki, wily and handsome, impossible to trust. Containing the full text of the original book and a feast of colour art, it's perfect for readers of any age - as ancient as the mountains or as young as Loki's many offspring. <b>'The halls of Valhalla have been crying out for Gaiman to tell their stories to a new audience' - Natalie Haynes, <i>Observer</i></b> <b> 'Brilliant. Somehow he brings us close to this world of mountains and cataracts, monsters and elves' </b><b>- </b><b><i>Sunday Times </i>Book of the Week</b>

<p><strong>From Gary Shapiro, <em>New York Times </em>bestselling author and head of CES and the Consumer Technology Association, a manifesto for today's top executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders: <em>pivot or die.</em></strong></p><p>As CEO of the Consumer Technology Association (R), owner and producer of CES (R), Gary Shapiro has had a front row seat to the launch of nearly every recent major technology. He's seen tech companies rise and fall, and bankrupt entrepreneurs become billionaires. After more than four decades in the industry, he knows that the leaders who make it in tech world have one thing in common: they know how to pivot. </p><p>Drawing upon detailed case studies, economic theory, and personal experience,<strong> </strong><em>Pivot or Die</em> offers a behind-the-scenes look at the development of innovative technology and business strategies. Along the way, Shapiro offers a "pivot" framework for leaders in technology and beyond to stay flexible and agile:</p><ul><li><strong>The startup pivot:</strong> how startups can shake up industries and maximize the advantage of new ideas</li><li><strong>The forced pivot:</strong> adapting to the unforeseeable (or simply unforeseen) and meeting shifting consumer demands</li><li><strong>The failure pivot: </strong>why failure can deliver better lessons than success and how to take those lessons forward</li><li><strong>The success pivot</strong>: Beating the market by seizing opportunity and out-pivoting your competitors</li></ul><p>In laying out each of these pivots, Shapiro shares unique lessons on how leaders can change minds and mindsets and steer their organizations to success in an increasingly competitive environment.</p>

<p><strong>From the host of the beloved podcast <em>The Comfy Cozy Witch</em> comes an accessible two-color illustrated guide resonant with cozy fall vibes, featuring spells, recipes, meditations, and practices to bring good magic into your daily life.</strong></p><p><strong>"Jennie Blonde is one of the leading voices in witchcraft. She shows that it can be the warm and comforting hug you need the most."-Amanda Lovelace, <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author of <em>The Princess Saves Herself in This One</em></strong></p> <p>Whether you're a novice curious about witchcraft but aren't sure where to start, or a seasoned witch interested in deepening your practice, this warm, accessible, and nurturing interactive guide shows you the way. <em>The Comfy Cozy Witch's Guide to Making Magic in Your Everyday Life</em> combines the practical charm of <em>The Little Book of Hygge</em> with the down to earth wisdom of <em>The Spell Book for New Witches</em> and the practical advice of <em>Grimoire Girl</em>, Drawn from decades of popular podcaster Jennie Blonde's experience, she shares seven tenets to help you begin and develop your own authentic practice:</p><ul><li>Acceptance: gentle exercises to reflect on our past journeys</li><li>Simplicity: meditations to ground us in the present</li><li>Balance: self-care practices, like candle magic, to replenish our inner selves</li><li>Delight: practices to find joy in community</li><li>Warmth: building a cozy practice space</li><li>Reflection: journal prompts to help us stay centered</li><li>Intuition: learning to listen to ourselves and connect to our guides</li></ul><p>This beautifully designed book-filled with spell craft exercises, magical journaling prompts, delicious recipes, and do-it-yourself tips for the home and garden-has everything necessary to develop a witchcraft practice built on magical authenticity, comfort, and self-care.</p>

<p>Long before humans ventured into outer space, writers spun stories of what might lie in the unknown worlds beyond our planet and speculated about the future.<br/><br/>This striking collection features retellings of seven classic sci fi stories. From tales of space exploration, to time travellers and alien invaders, this striking anthology is the perfect introduction to the world of science fiction.<br/><br/><b>Includes:</b><br/><i>The Star by H.G. Wells</i><br/><i>Micromegas by Voltaire</i><br/><i>The Last Man by Mary Shelley</i><br/><i>From the Earth to the Moon by Jules Verne</i><br/><i>Herland by Charlotte Perkins Gilman</i><br/><i>The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells</i><br/><i>Buck Rogers: Armageddon 2419 A.S. by Philip Francis Nowlan.<br/></i><br/>Written by Adam Roberts and with vivid illustrations by artist Evangeline Gallagher.</p>