As a child, Avis Cardella devoured the glamorous images in her mother's
fashion magazines. She grew up to be one of the people in them, living a life
that seemed to be filled with labels and luxury. But shopping had become a
dangerous addiction. She forwent food for Prada. Credit card debt blossomed like
the ever-increasing pile of unworn shoes and clothing in the back of her closet.
She defined herself by the things she owned and also lost herself in the mad
hunt for the perfect pair of pants or purse that might make her feel whole.
Spent is Avis Cardella's timely, deeply personal, and
shockingly dramatic exploration of our cultural need to spend, and of what
happens when someone is consumed by the desire to consume.
The Master Your Metabolism Cookbook
by Jillian Michaels (Crown Publishing)
Master Your Metabolism, the phenomenal diet bestseller by Jillian
Michaels, has been helping millions of people become hotter and healthier
without their having to obsess over food or exercise. The key is ditching fad
diets and chemical-filled Franken-foods in order to optimize your metabolic
function and maximize your overall health.
Through the Master Your
Metabolism plan, Jillian has taught readers how to balance their hormones
naturally so their bodies become energetic, thriving, fat-burning machines.
Now Jillian makes it even easier for you by bringing the Master program right
into your kitchen. With more than 125 recipes specifically designed for the
Master Diet and including health tips tailored to enhance your nutrition and
weight loss, The Master Your Metabolism Cookbook will help make living a
long, healthy life easier—and tastier.
Jillian understands that your
life is busy and your time is precious. She believes that being healthy
shouldn't financially strap you. That's why she designed these recipes with a
professional recipe developer to provide you with healthy bites for when you're
in a hurry. The Master Your Metabolism Cookbook delivers simple,
great-tasting meals with minimal ingredients that can be made in thirty minutes
or less!
Mastering healthy eating and living has never been easier.
How to Be a Grown Up: The Ten Secret Skills Everyone Needs to Know
by Stacy Kaiser
In How to Be a Grown Up, renowned psychotherapist Stacy Kaiser
demonstrates the life-changing benefits of embracing the concept of the "fully
loaded grown up." After counseling thousands of patients, she has identified ten
critical areas that determine success, happiness, and fulfillment—from
conscientious money management to developing strong coping skills to building
the right kind of friendships and intimate partnerships.
Fully loaded grown ups are fully empowered and in charge of their own lives.
They are able to initiate change instead of just reacting to events, bounce back
from setbacks and disappointments, and enjoy more satisfying relationships—with
everyone, including themselves. Most important, fully loaded grown ups enjoy
true freedom—not the kind envisioned as a child, meaning eating ice cream for
dinner, but absolute confidence in their ability to live their own best life.
With her trademark mix of warmth and toughness, Stacy motivates readers to
rally their strengths, let go of childish, outgrown attachments, and arrive at a
peaceful balance between freedom and responsibility. Whether you feel you've
lost control of your life or you just need a tune-up in an area or two, How
to Be a Grown Up is a wise and witty life guide for the twenty-first
century.
The Carrie Diaries: Meet Carrie Before Sex andthe City
by Candace Bushnell (Balzer & Bray)
The Carrie Diaries is the coming-of-age story of one of the most iconic characters of our generation.
Before Sex and the City, Carrie Bradshaw was a small-town girl who knew she wanted more. She's ready for real life to start, but first she must navigate her senior year of high school. Up until now, Carrie and her friends have been inseparable. Then Sebastian Kydd comes into the picture, and a friend's betrayal makes her question everything.
With an unforgettable cast of characters, The Carrie Diaries is the story of how a regular girl learns to think for herself and evolves into a sharp, insightful writer. Readers will learn about her family background, how she found her writing voice, and the indelible impression her early friendships and relationships left on her. Through adventures both audacious and poignant, we'll see what brings Carrie to her beloved New York City, where her new life begins.
The Ultimate Accidental Housewife: Your Guide to a Clean-Enough Home
by Julie Edelman (Hyperion)
Accessible, easy to read, and entertaining, The Ultimate Accidental Housewifegives you fun, simple solutions to all kinds of common household problems, from scrubbing the stove to spotting those stubborn laundry stains. With plenty of useful tips and tricks for cleaning your house just enough, this accidentally domestic diva offers practical advice you'll use every day--without ever spoiling your manicure. This must-have little volume splits housekeeping into two categories: Toxic Zones include the bathrooms and kitchen, since they have the greatest chance of housing living organisms that multiply or smell. Not So Toxic Zones include the bedrooms, living room, and family rooms, where dust bunnies are your biggest foe. In addition, helpful sections like I Never Knew You Could Do That! include myriad uses for ordinary household products, and The United Stains Across America, an Accidental favorite, is the most patriotic stain guide you'll ever see.
Three Wishes: A True Story of Good Friends, Crushing Heartbreak and Astonishing Luck on Our Way to Love and Motherhood
by Carey Goldberg, Beth Jones and Pamela Ferdinand (Little, Brown & Company)
Carey, Beth, and Pam had succeeded at work but failed at romance, and each resolved to have a baby before time ran out. Just one problem: no men. Carey took the first bold step towards single motherhood, searching anonymous donor banks until she found the perfect match.
What she found was not a father in a vial, but a sort of magic potion. She met a man, fell in love, and got pregnant the old-fashioned way. She passed the vials to Beth, and it happened again. Beth met man, Beth got pregnant. Beth passed the vials to Pam, and the magic struck again. There were setbacks and disappointments, but three women became three families, reveling in the shared joy of love, friendship, and never losing hope.
The Doctor Is In: A 7-Step Prescription for Optimal Wellness
by Travis Stork (Simon & Schuster, April 2010)
As an emergency room physician, Dr. Travis Stork regularly sees the effects that poor lifestyle choices—the same decisions we face every day about what to eat and how active to be—have on our bodies over time. But just a few small tweaks to your daily habits can help you live longer and feel stronger. You can also conquer many chronic conditions—such as some of the biggest killers in America: heart disease, type II diabetes, and some cancers—before they happen.
A lively, eye-opening guide, The Doctor Is In cracks the often-intimidating wellness code. You don't need to follow the latest health crazes. Your power to save your own life is potentially thousands of times greater than that of any physician, wellness guru, or fitness expert. The secret is in seven easy, positive, and crucial steps that will help you change the way you think about diet, exercise, and the health care system. As he breaks down the building blocks for health into doable tips and action plans, Dr. Stork demystifies nutrition, exposes food fads, explains why you should be ruthlessly skeptical of health advice, and tells you which numbers you should track to keep yourself on the road to optimal wellness.
You're Not the Boss of Me: Brat-Proofing Your Four- To Twelve-Year-Old Child
by Betsy Brown Braun (Harper Collins, April 2010)
What parent hasn't thought her child was a brat at one point or another? Whether your child really is a brat, is at risk of becoming one, or is simply trying to grow up in a world filled with temptations and distractions, you'll love this book! It's the ultimate hands-on guide to cultivating character traits that are tried—and—true "Bratbusters." Full of no—nonsense, practical "Tips and Scripts," You're Not the Boss of Me offers just the help you need to deal with any of the more challenging behaviors typical of four to twelve years old. With Betsy Brown Braun's humorous, supportive, and authoritative voice as a guide, navigating some of the most exasperating aspects of these formative years with confidence and laying the groundwork for your child's future just got a whole lot easier!
Trisha has that southern hospitality gene and she's a big believer that cooking for someone else is an act of love. From breakfasts in bed to hearty casseroles and festive holiday meals, Trisha's delicious recipes are dedicated to her loved ones, including her husband Garth Brooks (who's her number one cooking fan and the contributor of a few knockout recipes of his own). Trisha knows how good it feels to bring something to the table. It brings everyone closer together if they've had a hand in preparing a meal. These recipes all come with memories attached—of potlucks with good friends, church suppers, family fish fries, and beach picnics, Mother's Day, and Christmas gatherings. Many are handed down from her mother, her aunts and cousins, or longtime friends, while others are her own contemporary improvisations on classic southern fare. Each one—whether a main dish, a tasty side, or a decadent dessert—comes with a heartwarming story from Trisha's life that may remind you of some of your own favorite family foods, or inspire you to create new traditions.
Stop Second-Guessing Yourself: Baby's First Year
by Jen Singer (HCI, May 2010)
You're so sleep deprived that you can't muster up the energy to shave both legs on the same day, and the only grown-up you've talked to all day is Oprah. You're looking forward to taking the baby to the pediatrician, because after all, it's an outing! And you think colic should be a four-letter word. Don't worry. Seasoned mom and Internet favorite Jen Singer has been there. She shows moms like you how to find the humor and the help they need for surviving the expected and the unexpected during Baby's first year. Plus, she's gathered insights, coping tips, and valuable perspective from the thousands of moms who visit MommaSaid.net every day. With Stop Second-Guessing Yourself—Baby's First Year, readers will find new ways to embrace the roller-coaster of new parenthood, and enjoy the laughs along the way.
Giada at Home: Family Recipes from Italy and California
by Giada de Laurentiis (Clarkson Potter, March 2010)
Born in Italy, Giada was raised in Los Angeles by a gregarious Italian family. While her grandmother, aunt, and mother brought her up on generations-old recipes, Giada also became enamored with the bright and clean flavors of California's abundant seasonal fruits and vegetables. Giada at Home presents recipes from both traditions, all with Giada's signature style. She shares classic Italian recipes passed down through the years, like cheese-stuffed dates wrapped in salty prosciutto, creamy risotto with the earthy and deep flavors of mushrooms and gorgonzola, and lamb chops basted with honey and balsamic vinegar. New family favorites include grilled asparagus and melon, game hens roasted with citrus and herbs, and a sorbet made with pomegranate and mint, all bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors.
No meal would be complete without the company of family and Giada particularly enjoys bringing her loved ones together over meals. For the first time, she incorporates her go-to brunch recipes—what she cooks when setting up a feast on her back patio for everyone on weekend mornings.
Dressing Your Truth: Discover Your Personal Beauty Profile
by Carol Tuttle (Live Your Truth Press, 2010)
Busy moms want to look their best, but – as we all know - don't always have time to follow the latest fashion and beauty trends. That's where best-selling author Carol Tuttle's new book comes to the rescue!
"Dressing Your Truth: Discover Your Personal Beauty Profile”, teaches busy moms how to identify their "true” style, and make more authentic, satisfying, and less time-consuming choices about their hair, makeup and skincare. Based on her 20 years of experience as an alternative psychotherapist (and mother to 5 kids), Tuttle's unique Beauty Profling™ system identifies four "Types” of women based on physical features, personality and psychological profiles. Once you know your "Type”, you'll better understand and be able to express the true nature of who you are - bringing a deeper sense of your authentic beauty, a better self-image, and the expertise to create your own personal look.
You Were Always Mom's Favorite!: Sisters in Conversation Throughout Their Lives
by Deborah Tannen (Random House 10/09)
Conversations between sisters reveal a deep and constant tug between two dynamics–an impulse towards closeness and an impulse towards competition, as sisters are continually compared to each other. When you're with her, you laugh your head off, and can giggle and be silly like when you were kids. But she also might be the one person who can send you into a tailspin with just one wrong word. For many women, a sister is both.
With a witty and wise voice, Tannen shares insights and anecdotes from well over a hundred women she interviewed, along with moving and funny recollections of her own two sisters. You'll come away with a profound new understanding, as well as effective techniques to improve and accessible solutions for problems in this unique and precious relationship.
Queen of Your Own Life: The Grown-Up Woman's Guide to Claiming Happiness and Getting the Life You Deserve
by Kathy Kinney & Cindy Ratzlaff (Harlequin 3/10)
Queen of Your Own Life is a philosophy, a decision and an invitation to happiness for women who have made the tough but rewarding journey to the midpoint in their lives. Kathy Kinney (best known as Mimi on The Drew Carey Show) and Cindy Ratzlaff (marketing genius behind the launch of The South Beach Diet) have been best friends for more than thirty years, and have helped each other navigate the ups and downs of their lives with humor and grace.
In this entertaining and inspiring book, they share the tried-and-true techniques they call "the seven best gifts a woman can give herself." They reveal how they learned to value themselves just the way they are—women in full bloom, sensual, vibrant, wise and more beautiful than ever—and they'll show you how you can, too.
Mom: A Celebration of Mothers from StoryCorps
by Dave Isay (Penguin Group 4/10)
In Mom, Dave Isay, StoryCorps's founder and the editor of the StoryCorp's bestselling collection, Listening Is an Act of Love- presents a celebration of American mothers. Selecting their most revelatory stories on the subject, Mom looks across a diversity of experience to present an entirely original portrait of motherhood.
In stories that take us from the Bronx to the rural South and beyond, we are introduced to mothers and children from all walks of life - we meet an immigrant mother instilling in her children the importance of education, adult children caring for an elderly parent, a woman remembering the sound of her mother's laugh, and mothers and children of all ages learning to grow up without growing apart.
Through conversations between parents and children, husbands and wives, siblings and friends, the life of the American mother unfolds. In moments of profound joy and sadness, courage and despair, struggle and triumph, we learn new truths about that most ancient and sacred of bonds - the relationship between mother and child. Arranged thematically and including an introduction from Dave Isay, Mom offers powerful lessons in the meaning of family and the expansiveness of the human heart. Mom is an appreciation of the wisdom and generosity passed between mothers and children, this generation to the next.
A Reliable Wife (a novel)
by Robert Goolrick (Algonquin Books 1/10)
He placed a notice in a Chicago paper, an advertisement for "a reliable wife." She responded, saying that she was "a simple, honest woman." She was, of course, anything but honest, and the only simple thing about her was her single-minded determination to marry this man and then kill him, slowly and carefully, leaving her a wealthy widow, able to take care of the one she truly loved.
What Catherine Land did not realize was that the enigmatic and lonely Ralph Truitt had a plan of his own. And what neither anticipated was that they would fall so completely in love.
Filled with unforgettable characters, and shimmering with color and atmosphere, A Reliable Wife is an enthralling tale of love and madness, of longing and murder.
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