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Unleash Your Fantasy Football PotentialUnlock your fantasy football potential with this powerful book that reveals key strategies for consistently picking winning teams and dominating your fantasy league. With this book, you'll learn how to develop a bold and aggressive strategy that will help you finish at the top of your league year after year. Inside, you will discover how to: - Develop a mindset of aggressive drafting- Find value in sleepers- Master advanced draft day strategies- Create a management style that others envy- And more!With this book, you'll have all the tools you need to become a successful fantasy football manager.Dominate your league this year and every year.

Celebrate the wonders of the Wizarding World™ with this deluxe plush Monster Book of Monsters™ journal that includes exclusive concept art creature illustrations, high-quality interior paper for journaling, and a unique belt closure. When this Monster Book of Monsters™ plush journal careens into your life, brush its fluffy spine to calm it and gain the perfect writing companion. QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: A top-of-the-line quality collectible for any Wizarding World™ fan, this journal features a luxurious, irresistibly soft plush exterior with hand-sewn applique and embroidered details to finely replicate the cover of the Monster Book of Monsters™; a full-color interior design with rare concept art illustrations of creatures like Thestrals™, Centaurs™, and more from the limited-edition Insight Editions Monster Book of Monsters™ prop replica; refined parchment-style pages for journaling; and a unique wrap-around belt closure to keep it from snapping at you. CONVENIENT SIZE: This 6.5 x 8.75–inch journal is a comfortable size to journal anywhere and easy to store in a bag or backpack to take with you as you set off to discover more fantastical creatures. 184-RULED PAGES: Lined pages throughout provide ample room for all your notes on magical creature care and Hogwarts™ memories. RIBBON PAGE MARKER: No matter how rambunctious the Monster Book of Monsters™ gets, never lose your place with the velvet ribbon marker. PERFECT FOR ALL AGES: The Harry Potter: Monster Book of Monsters™ Plush Journal makes a wonderful gift for lifelong fans of the Harry Potter™ films as well as younger fans who have recently discovered the Wizarding World™. ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION: Add more Wizarding World™–inspired plush stationery products to your collection with Harry Potter: Hedwig Plush Journal and Harry Potter: Hedwig Plush Accessory Pouch.

This collection of hand towel patterns is just the reference you need! With 43 designs in a variety of weave structures, from easy to advanced patterns, for both 4- and 8-shaft looms, there are plenty of patterns to explore and learn from while you make practical towels.

With animal and nature-inspired themes, these sweater designs share your love of all things wild. Designs feature yokes of dog faces and pawprints, foxes, bears, whales, and other patterns. Kitulo, a "choose your own adventure" sweater, can be endlessly customized with myriad mix-and-match charts. Sizes range from 2XS to 4XL and are unisex.

An inspirational journal filled with rousing quotes from Presidential inaugural poet and activist Amanda Gorman’s #1 New York Times bestsellers The Hill We Climb and Call Us What We Carry.For there is always light,If only we’re brave enough to see it,If only we’re brave enough to be it.Pulsing with hope and the fire to make change, Amanda Gorman’s poetry is a call to action. Her poems insist on the pursuit of positive change, the power of a single voice, and the universality of the human experience—that we all must come back to each other to create a better future.As the youngest presidential inaugural poet, Gorman has established herself as a dynamic wordsmith with the power to inspire. Here for the first time is a journal that invites you to actively engage with her poetry. Flip from page to page to find over fifty quotes that challenge, uplift, and prompt dreams of a bright future, with an occasional poem reprinted in its entirety.With vibrant, graphic designs, this journal provides readers an opportunity to consider their own influence on their communities, their dreams for the future, and the plans for positive change that are available within all of us.

An immersive exploration of fifty years of Dungeons & Dragons through the art and lore of the worlds, planes, and settings that have captivated players throughout D&D’s decades of adventures and campaign storytelling.Each chapter of this sumptuously illustrated guide focuses on an iconic world or setting in the D&D multiverse, narrated by legendary mage Mordenkainen and filled with official artwork curated from fifty years of source books and adventures.Mordenkainen muses on each location’s unique features, unmistakable characters, and magical mysteries based on his experiences traveling across the planes. Written by Adam Lee, worldbuilding expert and former D&D game designer, this lavish tome also features original cover and chapter opener illustrations. Daily life in each world is creatively explored through exclusive stories penned by Jasmine Bhullar, Geoffrey Golden, Jody Houser and Eric Campbell, and Jaleigh Johnson. From the more familiar worlds of the Material Plane to the strange and intriguing Parallel Planes, and the truly mind-bending worlds and planes beyond, both longstanding and recent D&D fans will gain new perspectives on the most beloved and memorable places in the game.

"An updated and expanded edition of the book that launched a global phenomenon, The Obstacle Is the Way presents an infinitely elastic formula for turning our toughest trials into our greatest triumphs. Since bestselling author Ryan Holiday introduced Stoicism to the world with The Obstacle Is the Way in 2014, this simple but powerful philosophy for life has taken the world by storm. This brilliant and engaging book is an invaluable source of wisdom for anyone who wants to become more successful at what they do, whether you're a student, a parent, a professional athlete, or a world leader. Now, Ryan Holiday has updated and expanded this modern classic with a new introduction and new content featuring a diverse set of inspiring characters. Icons of history--from Epictetus and Demosthenes to Amelia Earhart and Richard Wright--followed a simple formula to achieve greatness. They were not exceptionally brilliant, lucky, or gifted. Their success in overcoming extreme obstacles was the result of a timeless set of philosophical principles that the greatest men and women have always pursued. In The Obstacle Is the Way, Ryan Holiday unpacks those lessons and reframes them for today's world, giving us an indispensable formula for turning our toughest trials into triumphs. This new edition is a chance for old fans to revisit a classic and for a new generation to discover the power of Stoicism"--

A behind-the-scenes look at how corporate and financial actors enforce a business-friendly approach to global sustainabilityIn recent years, companies have felt the pressure to be transparent about their environmental impact. Large documents containing summaries of yearly emissions rates, carbon output, and utilized resources are shared on companies¿ social media pages, websites, and employee briefings in a bid for public confidence in corporate responsibility.And yet, Matthew Archer argues, these metrics are often just hollow symbols. Unsustainable contends with the world of big banks and multinational corporations, where sustainability begins and ends with measuring and reporting. Drawing on five years of research among sustainability professionals in the US and Europe, Unsustainable shows how this depoliticizing tendency to frame sustainability as a technical issue enhances and obscures corporate power while doing little, if anything, to address the root causes of the climate crisis and issues of social inequality. Through this obsession with metrics and indicators, the adage that you can¿t manage what you can¿t measure transforms into a belief that once yoüve measured social and environmental impacts, the market will simply manage them for you.The book draws on diverse sources of evidence¿ethnographic fieldwork among a wide array of sustainability professionals, interviews with private bankers, and apocalyptic science fiction¿and features analyses of name-brand companies including Volkswagen, Unilever, and Nestlé. Making the case for the limits of measuring and reporting, Archer seeks to mobilize alternative approaches. Through an intersectional lens incorporating Black and Indigenous theories of knowledge, power and value, he offers a vision of sustainability that aims to be more effective and more socially and ecologically just.

Already many translations have been made and published of the Gorin no Sho scrolls. Why publish another one then?To quote Raymond Sosnowski: "The most famous bodies of literature were written in Biblical Hebrew, Classical Latin, Sanscrit, Classical Chinese, etc. Not in English. Due to this fact, translated works are open to varied interpretation based on experience". In the case of Gorin no Sho, translations up to now show a definite 'lack' of experience of the writer/interpreter. Gorin no Sho was written in Japanese Medieval times, when education was drawn from Confucian and Buddhist meanings. Musashi draws strongly on the virtues of Buddhist teaching, therefore it is a prerequisite for those studying his work in depth to also study Buddhism.The lack of accuracy in translations is always the result of inadequate background knowledge of a subject. Many translators substitute for this lack of knowledge by making translations that are made up for with 'flowery words'. Many are without doubt excellent wordsmiths but have never actually practiced within the school. It not only teaches the practical fundamentals but also the philosophical outlook one needs to acquire along with the tests of spiritual and mental capability.Why should one choose to favor this translation?Because Kim Taylor already had a more than ample background knowledge of Musashi's strategy and methods before he decided to do this work. Reading between the lines in interpretation is not necessary. Add the practice to the reading, commit a lifetime to its study and we have the whole picture. This is the translation you will need to piece it all together and to identify with other schools methodology. As Musashi himself said, "Flowers look nice but don't bear fruit". This translation is fruit you need to consume.

From the team at Gardeners' World, a beautifully illustrated celebration of the joy flowers, providing a bloom for each day of the year. The Flower Book is a daily journey through the art, science, and enchantment of flowers, in which every day of the year is paired with a flower, chosen to match the day it is in bloom. Compiled by the experts at Gardeners' World, this enchanting volume is the perfect gift for anyone who finds solace, inspiration, and wonder in the world of flowers. Serving as your daily dose of floral joy, The Flower Book is something to cherish throughout the seasons. From the delicate snowdrops of January and the explosion of tulips in April to the festive poinsettias of December, each flower is paired with photography and historic botanical illustrations and features practical tips and tricks for growing throughout the seasons, along with insights into the symbolism, folklore, and significance of each featured flower. The Flower Book is your companion in discovering the daily wonders of nature, one exquisite bloom at a time.

Perfect for any parkrunner, or wannabe parkrunner, this book will reveal how a Saturday 5k run in the park has become a worldwide phenomenon.

'It's fun to be playful and not take yourself too seriously.'Olivia Rodrigo has dominated the charts since bursting onto the scene with smash hits like Drivers Licence and Deja Vu and is loved for her raw and relatable lyrics. Ignoring Olivia's wisdom on growing up, feminism, relationships, and creativity would be a 'Bad Idea, Right?'

The Apple: A Delicious History tells the engrossing and richly informative story of a fruit with a unique attachment to the human story. The 10,000-year tale of the round and pleasantly crunchy products of the trees of the genus Malus embraces not only culinary, horticultural, social and commercial history but also age-old traditions in mythology, folklore and religion. Best-selling author Sally Coulthard takes the reader on a fascinating and strikingly international journey - from the apple's earliest beginnings in the mountains of Kazakhstan to the explosion of apple-growing in twenty-first-century China. Along the way, we learn how the apple made its way along the Silk Road from Central Asia to Europe and about its role in the grisly rituals of the Druids; and we discover why, despite there currently existing more than 7500 varieties of apple - from the ubiquitous, astringent Granny Smith to the purple-skinned Black Diamond of Tibet - only a handful of cultivars are available in modern supermarkets. Amplified by apple recipes and the stories behind them, from apple fritters to apple crumble and from verjuice to pomade, The Apple: A Delicious History is the perfect gift book for gardeners, nature lovers - or indeed anyone who likes a drop of cider or a slice of apple pie.

"An exploration of how psychedelic medicine can heal the soul that invokes the traditions of Jungian depth psychology, mythology, and Indigenous cultural wisdom"--

Color whimsical winged critters in this cute and quirky coloring book from acclaimed artist Camilla d’Errico.Drawn in Camilla d’Errico’s signature Pop Surrealism, manga-inspired style, this 80-page adult coloring book features black-and-white illustrations of adorable fuzzy bees, fluttering butterflies, and bouncing birds printed on non-bleed paper—all that’s missing is your creative touch! In Pop Manga Flights of Fancy Coloring Book you’ll find charming full-page illustrations, with drawings on patterned backgrounds for extra mesmerizing fun. Take these winged black-and-white beauties and bring them to life.

Based on the wildly popular and widely shared social media sensation, a customizable collection of adorably sincere messages to tear out and share with friendsTubby Nugget is the cutest little blob on the internet. His videos are full of pick-me-ups, encouragements, love, and loads of adorableness, and his millions of followers love tagging their friends in the comments. Now, you can take the sharing off of the screen.    In Tubby's Tearable Book, readers can tear out their favorite Tubby comics--both old and new--and create personalized notes for their friends. Most of the pages can be folded into envelopes (template included!), perfect to slip them into backpacks, lockers, under doors, or even into the actual mail. There are pages for every sort of friendship or relationship, including everything from little reminders that you're thinking of them, invitations for friend dates, recipes to make together, and much much more, this book is perfect for friends of all sorts.    Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any time you need a dose of something super cute, Tubby's Tearable Book is a great gift to make you smile at any occasion!

"His voice was deep, full of grit, and it sent shivers down my spine in a way it shouldn't. I forgot how intense the electric shock was between us, how the air shifted, how the world seemed to stop . . ."¿¿A HOT, DARK ROMANCE FROM THE TIKTOK SENSATION - SHAIN ROSE IS YOUR NEW OBSESSION¿¿My best friend's brother, Dex Hardy, was my downfall - older, forbidden, and completely irresistible.Our relationship was a secret - and he knew it had to stay one.But when Dex betrayed our privacy, I had to leave him - breaking both our hearts.Now, he's back in my life, as the owner of the casino where I work. He's become a cold, ruthless billionaire, and he wants revenge.When he finds out I'm engaged, he offers me a deal.Leave the man I'm with and be with him instead. Or else.Six months of calling Dex my finace... even as he stares at me with hardened eyes.Six months of ignoring his electrifying touches and pretending I don't love him... when I still do.The problem with faking this engagement is I'm starting to believe in forever. And neither of us can afford to.¿¿BOOK FOUR COMING SEPTEMBER 2024¿¿

"I shouldn't have enjoyed him calling me his wife, but I also shouldn't have had him between my legs . . ."¿¿A HOT, DARK ROMANCE FROM THE TIKTOK SENSATION - SHAIN ROSE IS YOUR NEW OBSESSION¿¿OUR MARRIAGE ISN'T REAL. SO WHY DO OUR KISSES FEEL SO GOOD?Declan Hardy, heartthrob and retired billionaire, is my complete opposite.He's commanding: I'm cooperative.He's loud when I stay quiet.All we have in common is that both our names are on my father's will.He'll inherit an empire - and I'll keep the one thing I hold dear.But there's a catch: I have to marry him - or at least, pretend to.One year of fake marriage.One year of living together.But it's not that simple.Especially when I can't tell if his kisses are fake - and if I'm really still pretending when I kiss him back...There's a fine line between commitment and betrayal... and neither of us knows where it falls. Declan and I would never work for real - or would we?¿¿BOOK 4 COMING SEPTEMBER 2024¿¿

Forest scientist Dr Gabriel Hemery returns to take you on an extraordinary journey through the seasonal wonder of trees. Discover the magic of trees and reconnect with nature with this fascinating illustrated month-by-month guide. Uncover tree folklore and traditions, try new recipes and crafts, take note of key dates and curiosities to spot, and reveal the marvels that surround wildlife and nature as the trees evolve through the seasons. The Tree Almanac 2025 is the ultimate companion to inspire you to take a moment to rejoice in nature, and celebrate all the wonderful details of every season.

For many wargamers, WW2 is synonymous with large fleets of tanks and other AFVs battling each other across the European countryside or amidst the rubble of cities. Here Andy Singleton lends the benefit of his experience as a professional modeller and painter to help you get your own armoured force ready for battle. Andy starts by discussing the tools and materials required and explaining some basic techniques, such as dry-brushing and stippling. He then moves on to detailed step-by-step instructions for the main paint schemes of each of the major combatants, British, American, German and Soviet Union. Each step is illustrated by a colour photo, paint number and the type and size of brush used, and there are variants for use with or without an airbrush. Adding national emblems and other markings, either freehand or by using transfers, is also covered. In addition to the basic paint scheme there is guidance for adding weathering effects and wear and tear, such as dust, chipped paint or even winter whitewash. Finally he shows you how to enhance your models with finishing touches such as the addition of stowage and camouflage measures such as netting or foliage. Throughout it is packed with useful tips and tricks of the trade.

Drawing Basics and Beyond provides the tools, techniques, and inspiration artists need to improve their sketchbook practice and use the information they gather to create imaginative artwork.

'Unique and unconventional, Robert H. Edwards' book provides a new perspective on mountaineering's greatest riddle. With fresh information, some controversial opinions, and plenty food for thought, it is bound to pour more fuel into the eternal flame that is the mystery of Mallory and Irvine. For this alone I highly recommend reading it!' - Jochen Hemmleb (Mountaineering writer and filmmaker, coinstigator and member of the 1999 expedition that found Mallory's body, and three more search expeditions to Mount Everest)'For a quarter of a century I've been held captive by the ghosts of Mallory & Irvine and their mysterious disappearance on Mount Everest in 1924. Finally, Bob Edwards has meticulously assembled all of the facts, the clues, and the countless possibilities surrounding their fate in a single, fascinating book.' - Thom Dharma Pollard (Member of the 1999 expedition that found Mallory's body)The last climb of George Mallory and Andrew Irvine, towards the summit of Mount Everest on 8 June 1924, has been shrouded in mystery for a century. Were they the first humans to stand at the highest point in the world? The discovery of Mallory's body in 1999 did nothing to resolve the mystery. Until now, accounts of their climb have been driven by speculation and preconceived narrative.In this book, which marks the 100th anniversary of the fateful climb, Dr Robert Edwards brings the fresh and original perspective of a mathematician to the story of Mallory and Irvine.Dr Edwards has assembled the contemporary accounts of the early British expeditions, written by the climbers and their leaders, and has identified their anomalies and inconsistencies. He has studied the letters of George Mallory, and has held in his hand the diaries of Andrew Irvine. He has viewed, in person, some of the surviving artifacts: the ice axe found in 1933, and Mallory's boots, recovered in 1999. He has corresponded with modern mountaineers who have climbed Everest. Above all, he has applied mathematics and modern imaging and mapping technology to an analysis of what the 1924 climbers could, and could not, have seen and done.