piece by piece: 20 modern patchwork and quilting projects to make from preloved fabrics is a hands-on craft book complete with patterns, tutorials and projects that use a mix of quilting, patchwork and appliqué. designer, maker and founder of textile studio working cloth, lauren macdonald shares her enthusiasm for and knowledge of quilting with approachable warmth and humor in this indispensable guide to modern patchwork and quilting.

a homage to tradition with a contemporary aesthetic, piece by piece offers heritage quilt patterns in a fresh, modern color palette. the 20 projects, all designed to be made with second-hand fabrics and scraps from other projects, are simple enough for the beginner and advanced enough to keep experienced makers interested.

the must-have charcuterie board book! this bestselling book shares the secrets to easy, attractive, and delicious boards and spreads.

an inspiring resource for throwing unforgettable get-togethers, platters and boards is the guide to entertaining with effortless style. it includes a sumptuous range of platter ideas and recipes to graze on, presented with gorgeous photography, easy recipes, and helpful tips.

author shelly westerhausen shares the secrets to creating casually chic spreads anyone can make and everyone will enjoy (and envy). organized by time of day, 40 contemporary arrangements are presented with full-color photographs, step-by-step instructions, suggested meat and drink pairings, and notes on preparation, presentation, and storage.

with a helpful list featuring board suggestions for every occasion (from baby showers to game nights), this book is all you need to create beautiful charcuterie, mixed spreads, and cheese boards to share with friends and family.

cookbook for every occasion: recipes and presentation ideas for breakfast, brunch, appetizer, antipasto, charcuterie, and cheese are all included.

pro tips for beautiful boards: along with ingredient arrangements, helpful guidance includes tips on portioning, guides to picking surfaces and vessels, recommendations for pairing complementary textures and flavors, and a handy chart featuring board suggestions for a variety of occasions from holiday parties to baby showers.

celebrated author: cookbook author and food blogger shelly westerhausen is founder of the blog vegetarian ventures. her popular cookbooks include tables & spreads and vegetarian heartland.

perfect for:
an inspiring bridal shower, housewarming, or hostess gift
fans of books like whiskey in a teacup, magnolia table, barefoot contessa parties!, 100 cookies, and cravings
pair with a beautiful charcuterie board or accessories to create a unique gift set

pocket queer wisdom is a vibrant, pocket-sized collection of quotes and illustrations celebrating queer heroes past and present. filled with words to live by from icons like frida kahlo, audre lorde, alan turing, sylvia rivera, and many more, this little book is designed to uplift, empower, and inspire.

featuring voices of those who championed civil equality, lived boldly, and left legacies of queer-minded brilliance, this is a tribute to the trailblazers who made it possible for future generations to dream bigger and rise higher.

carry it with you for a daily dose of courage, pride, and perspective.

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power hungry: women of the black panther party: the black panthers are often credited with forcing the government’s hand on free school meals, thanks to how effectively they used food as a tool for organizing and empowerment. this powerful history centers two women—cleo silvers and aylene quin—who led that charge. despite fbi interference, including firebombing, food sabotage, and labeling free breakfast as a threat to public safety, these women pushed forward, using community meals to build solidarity and resistance. a sharp and necessary look at how food became a battleground for justice. (this book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

power of nonviolent resistance: selected writing: this collection of writings by mohandas k. gandhi delves into his philosophy of nonviolent civil disobedience, a method that inspired movements worldwide, including martin luther king jr.'s fight for civil rights. gandhi's influence on political resistance was immense, with his ideas contributing to the peaceful expulsion of the british empire from india. this edition, with added context from gandhi scholar tridip suhrud, offers deeper insight into the enduring power of nonviolent resistance. perfect for those interested in the intersections of activism, history, and peace.

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this photographic celebration of queer love and excellence gathers fourteen LGBTQ+ power couples, offering a glimpse into the journeys that led to their meaningful relationships and thriving careers. from designer debbie millman’s ardent courtship of writer roxane gay to the romantic and creative relationship forged between perfume genius bandmates mike hadreas and alan wyffels on stage during their first world tour, this beautiful book offers a closer look into the lives of fourteen inspiring LGBTQ+ couples and the meet-cutes, success stories, and personal reflections that made them the role models they are today. these icons come from a range of backgrounds—they are trailblazers who lead research labs, kitchens, and news organizations; create life-giving art and music; and tell queer stories in award-winning books, films, and television shows.

quick & easy guide to they/them pronouns: need to inform someone about non-gendered pronouns? need to inform yourself? this fun and simple comic gives you the info you need in a snarky, digestible way—complete with great illustrations. enjoy a quick, informative read and pick up some of that sweet, sweet progressive gender wisdom. you'll walk away feeling more confident and comfortable talking about pronouns, whether you're using them yourself or just trying to be a better ally.

the magical properties of color a.k.a 'color magic', has long been a witch's best friend, and now it's time everyone takes full advantage of its therapeutic, emotional and highly-magical benefits. color magic is the intentional use of the color spectrum – each color holds a certain energetic and magical frequency – and within this approachable and highly-accessible guide, jerico mandybur walks you through each major colors multifarious meanings and how to incorporate them in spells, candle magic, altar and sacred space-creating, meditation and yoga, art and journalling, boundary-setting and even your beauty routine. designed especially for the modern mystic, the witch-curious and all those looking to create a more meaningful life for themselves, you will learn everything there is to know about why colors affect us and how to utilize them in various everyday situations, ranging from self-care to social life, work to home and private ritual to outward self-expression.

an accessible guide to building a home bar one bottle at a time, this book gives readers tools for mixing fantastic cocktails without investing time and money in niche single-use ingredients.

there's a basic cocktail formula for building a bar that is anything but ordinary:

spirit + sugar + acidity/bitterness = tasty cocktail

instead of drawing on esoteric bottles of liquor, complicated syrups, and obscure sodas, this book takes readers through the home bar bottle by bottle, ensuring that every ingredient is versatile enough to be used to the last drop.

real queer america: lgbt stories from red states is a road trip memoir through the bible belt, deep south, and beyond — where queer joy and resistance bloom in the least expected places. journalist samantha allen sets out with her motto “something gay every day,” capturing powerful stories of lgbt life in communities often overlooked, yet full of pride, love, and grit.

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mark rothko's iconic paintings are some of the most profound works of twentieth-century abstract expressionism. this collection presents fifty large-scale artworks from the american master's color field period (1949–1970) alongside essays by rothko's son, christopher rothko, and san francisco museum of modern art curator of painting and sculpture janet bishop. featuring illuminating details about rothko's life, influences, and legacy, and brimming with the emotional power and expressive color of his groundbreaking canvases, this essential volume brings the renowned artist's luminous work to light for both longtime rothko fans and those discovering his work for the very first time. a textured case and large-scale tip-on on the front cover round out this sumptuous package.

sex talk shows how opening up discussions on bodies, sexuality and pleasure can lead to much, much better sex and self-esteem, by the eminent french feminist pornographer olympe de ge and feminist writer stephanie estournet.

sex talk has a clear mission – breaking the taboo of taboos – by opening up the discussion of sex and desire in a clear, engaging and motivational way. the book takes the reader on a journey of self-discovery through nine chapters, discussing everything from self-stimulation, exploring sexual orientation, communicating wants and desires with a partner, staying safe online when sexting, exploring erotica and porn and creating private content – but at the core is the pervading importance of owning your sexual self.

shaking the gates of hell: a search for family and truth is a deeply personal and powerful account of reckoning with silence, faith, and the legacy of the civil rights movement. growing up in alabama, journalist john archibald reflects on his father’s quiet pulpit during a time of southern unrest and racial injustice. why didn’t his father, a methodist minister, speak out more forcefully against the wrongs surrounding them?

this affecting memoir explores the weight of inherited silence, the cost of complicity, and the journey toward truth and accountability—both personal and collective.

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she come by it natural: dolly parton and the women who lived her songs: in this insightful biography, new york times bestselling author sarah smarsh examines the life and career of dolly parton, one of america's most beloved icons. smarsh explores how parton's songs have validated the voices of women who often go unheard, and how parton's rise from humble beginnings to stardom in nashville and hollywood defines her as a true feminist figure. this book delves into the intersections of gender, class, and culture, highlighting parton's contributions to social progress and her unique embodiment of organic feminism.

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