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How to Set a Table: Inspiration, Ideas, and Etiquette for Hosting Friends and Family

This hip, fabric-covered guide includes creative ways to style a table–whether for a sit-down dinner, cocktail party, brunch buffet, picnic in the park, and other fun get-togethers

Whether you live in a small apartment or sprawling suburban kitchen, How to Set a Table features stylish, modern ideas for welcoming family and friends in your home. This gift book, wrapped in a pretty, printed fabric, serves as a practical step-by-step guide to entertaining–with extra information on etiquette, place setting basics, centerpieces, mixing and matching, essential glassware, and napkin folds. With unexpected ideas for using all the great tableware you can find at flea markets, chain stores, or around the house, How to Set a Table updates a classic topic for a new generation of hosts.

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How to Slay: Inspiration from the Queens and Kings of Black Style

An inspirational journey through black fashion in America from the twentieth century to the present, featuring the most celebrated icons of Black style and taste.

One of the few surveys of Black style and fashion ever published, How to Slay offers a lavishly illustrated overview of African American style through the twentieth century, focusing on the last thirty-five years. Through striking images of some of the most celebrated icons of Black style and taste, from Josephine Baker, Michelle Obama, Maya Angelou, and Miles Davis to Rihanna, Naomi Campbell, Kanye West, and Pharrell Williams, this book explores the cultural underpinnings of Black trends that have become so influential in mainstream popular culture and a bedrock of fashion vernacular today. A preponderance of Black musicians, who for decades have inspired trends and transformed global fashion, are featured and discussed, while a diverse array of topics are touched upon and examined—hats, hair, divas, the importance of attitude, the use of color, ’60s style, the influence of Africa and the Caribbean, and the beauty of black skin.

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Inspiration from the Saints: Stories from the Lives of Catholic Holy Men and Women

“I have come to bring fire to the earth,” said Jesus Christ, and his words have come true in the lives of Catholic saints through the ages–men, women, and children on fire with love of Jesus, and with the desire to spread his word. The intention of this book of inspirational stories from the lives of saints is to fill the reader with this same fire. Whereas saints were once the popular heroes of our culture, populating our art and folklore, lending their names to our towns and streets and institutions, today they are all too often hidden away in scholarly books and articles. We are too often given a bland image of these holy men and women, whereas they were not vaguely “spiritual” do-gooders, but men and women on a mission: to attain to Heaven through the imitation of Christ, and to bring as many others along with them as possible!

The tales told in Inspiration from the Saints cover a variety of themes in the lives of these holy men and women: their childhoods, inspirations, and deaths; their boldness and their humility; their love of prayer, mortification, and the Eucharist; their urge to spread the Gospel; their family life; the impression they made upon others; and much more besides.

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31 Moralistic & Motivational Bedtime Short Stories for Kids: 1 Story daily on bedtime for 30 days which are full of morals, Motivations & inspirations

Reading to children is a wonderful activity and past time that both parents and teachers enjoy. Seeing their rapt, excited faces when there’s a mystery to be solved, a surprise twist, or a happy ending is all the reward one needs. Not only are story books a child’s first experience with written words and an introduction to education, but they are also a way to stimulate imagination and dreams. Some of the best short stories for kids are the classics. These stories have been around for generations, and are still best sellers and favorites in many families. These tried and true books will be around as long as parents pass on their love for great stories and enjoyable reading. Many of these classic books have lasted because kids have such a great time reading them. They’re fun and exciting, and have beautiful and interesting illustrations. Many great stories for kids are available today in the bookstores as well as online. Few people today are aware of the fact that books written specifically for children did not exist before the 17th century. Prior to that time period it is was generally accepted that books were written exclusively for adult readers. In addition, printed works were highly expensive and were available primarily to people of means. Only minority of the adult population were literate, and even a smaller percentage of children living at that time were able to read and write. Today, we are blessed with proliferation of children’s literature with a great variety of stories for kids geared to different age levels. The importance of reading to children is apparent to every parent. We can start reading stories for kids even to a baby or a toddler. Research shows that the baby in utero can hear her mother’s voice and recognize it immediately after birth. Certainly even young babies love to hear the voice of their mother or father. Make sure to make the time you read with your child a pleasant time of bonding and closeness, to create positive associations with this activity in the young child’s mind. Despite that this activity is of paramount importance, never force your child to read or listen to stories. It is much more important that the child enjoys the interaction between the two of you. If he or she is not in the mood to listen to short stories for kids, let him pick a game or different activity to do together. The most important aspect of your interaction should be mutual enjoyment. It is a good idea to encourage older siblings, relatives, and friends to read out loud to the younger children. There are many types of short stories for kids available to all, therefore you must search around according to your child’s like and dislikes, or whether you want to nudge them in a certain direction or not. Short stories for kids are a great way to introduce kids to a new area of life or a new situation in a fun, timely manner. You should always make it a fun enjoyable thing to do, it should be about you and your child or children bonding and them learning from it too.

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The One Year Daily Moments of Peace: Inspiration for Women

Take a moment to relax, reconnect with God, and fill your spirit with peace.
The One Year Daily Moments of Peace will help you experience a more thoughtful, insightful quiet time with the Lord each day.

This devotional will speak to the heart of any woman who longs to connect with God in a new way. Complete with Bible verses, helpful stories, and practical application, these short daily devotions cover a variety of everyday issues and will help you deepen your walk and serve God more fully. Through spending simple and peaceful time with God every day . . . you’ll be inspired all year long.

“I am leaving you with a gift―peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” (John 14:27)

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Daily Writing Resilience: 365 Meditations & Inspirations for Writers

Chances are, whether you’re a seasoned author or an aspiring scribe, you’ve grappled with your share of rejection, setbacks, and heartbreak. However, literary agents say the number one key to writing success is perseverance in the face of disappointment.

Daily Writing Resilience provides advice, inspiration, and techniques to help you turn roadblocks into steppingstones. You’ll find tips and support through exercises such as meditation, breath work, yoga, stress management, gratitude, de-cluttering, sleep, exercise, mindful eating, and more. These 365 meditations will help you navigate the ups-and-downs of your writing practice, creating positive habits that will guide you toward the success and fulfillment that you’ve been seeking.

Praise:

“Every person with that little voice in their head―the one that tells them to write everyday―must own this book. Every page is full of hope and reality, just what we all need to keep us going.”―Steve Berry, New York Times and # 1 Internationally bestselling author of The Patriot Threat

“For every type of writer―new, old, fresh, tired, impassioned, cynical, hopeful . . . this gem is flat out inspiring”―M.J. Rose, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Language of Stones

“Bryan Robinson’s Daily Writing Resilience is not only wise but also marvelously practical. The daily mantras he offers, taken from the experiences of those who’ve kept to the path, will provide much needed encouragement along the way. Take this book to heart, and then take it with you wherever you go.”―William Kent Krueger, New York Times bestselling author of the multi-award winning Ordinary Grace and the Cork O’Connor series.

“I urge both fledgling and experienced writers to get their hands on Daily Writing Resilience and keep it nearby for handy reference. Bryan Robinson knows his way around the head and heart of the working writer, and this book is a wonderful companion and a balm to the writer’s soul.”―John Lescroart, New York Times bestselling author

“You don’t have to be a writer to treasure Daily Writing Resilience, a unique and uplifting meditation book. It’s chock full of insights so profound you’ll be tempted to gobble it up in one bite instead of savoring each daily portion as intended, slowly and appreciatively. For writers, it’s a must-have!”―Cassandra King, author of The Sunday Wife and Moonrise

“This must-have collection of inspirational nuggets will nudge you free of writer’s block, garden variety or worse. Even if you’re not blocked, a morning commune with some of writing’s great minds will put you in the right creative space.”―Sara Gruen, bestselling author of At the Water’s Edge and Water for Elephants

“I loved this book. Every page offered reasons to hope or reflect, to try harder or feel connected to writing’s grand traditions. Seasoned pro or beginner―it doesn’t matter. This book should be on every writer’s desk.”―John Hart, New York Times bestselling author and back-to-back Edgar Award winner

“If you expect to speed-read these pages as the reading addict you are, reaching the end won’t be your reward. This book is the Fountain of “Youcandoit” that will sustain you as a writer day after day (recyclable for new insight year after year)―for as long as you reward yourself each day with one premeasured cupful of wisdom.”―Chris Roerden, author of Agatha Award-winner Don’t Murder Your Mystery

“Bryan Robinson’s daily compendium is like a gift you can open again and again. Full of wisdom, insight, and advice from acclaimed authors on the front-lines of publishing, this book will allow writers to soldier on in the face of the inevitable setbacks, delays, and frustrations of this writing life.”―Jenny Milchman, Mary Higgins Clark and Silver Falchion award winning author of Cover of Snow, Ruin Falls, and As Night Falls

“The author’s voice makes this book of meditations a true stand-out. Robinson offers a wellspring of wisdom shared with refreshing candor through daily doses of inspiration. A must-read for any author, whether at the start of the writing journey or well along the path of publication.”―Wendy Tyson, author of the Greenhouse Mystery Series and the Allison Campbell Mystery Series

“In this thoughtful and inspirational treasure, Bryan Robinson connects writers of all levels and provides exactly what every author needs: intellectual fuel and emotional sustenance. Don’t start your writing day without it!”―Hank Phillippi Ryan, Agatha, Anthony, and Mary Higgins Clark award-winning author

“At last! A real tool for real writers, a reference book that should be on every writer’s desk next to their Thesaurus and Strunk & White Elements of Style. A practical guide that can be used as a daily devotional or motivational tool to hold your hand, to guide you, to encourage you, and to pull you back from the ledge. I can’t wait to get my finished copy to put front and center on my desk.”―Karen White, New York Times bestselling author of Flight Patterns.

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Christian Inspiration: Spiritual, Blissful, Mindful Coloring Pages: 42 Page Grayscale Coloring Book for Adults with Inspirational Bible Quotes

Christian Inspiration: Spiritual, Blissful, Mindful Coloring Pages with Inspirational Bible Quotes | Includes FREE Digital Version and Color Guide

42 Page Grayscale Coloring Book for Adults

Christian Inspiration Adult Coloring Book pages are printed on one side, size 8×11 in. Feel free to use any or all your favorite coloring tools, such as colored pencils, gel pens, brush-tip markers, chalk, pastels and more.

Includes FREE Digital Version and Color Guide As a bonus, you can download a PDF and print your favorite images to color again and again for endless fun. Not sure which colors to use? View or Download a full color version of each design.

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Inspiration: Hard Questions, Honest Answers (Revised)

Is the Bible historically accurate? Are there any contradictions in the Bible? If we look too closely at the Bible might we find things that will destroy our faith? Should I be afraid that some new archeological discovery will prove the Bible wrong? How much freedom do I have to interpret the Bible?

Combining history, Scripture, and an understanding of human nature, Dr. Thompson takes on the difficult questions regarding the Bible and inspiration. He goes beyond the question of whether you can trust the Bible to ask whether you can trust yourself as you study.

This unique study of inspiration uses internal evidence from the Bible text, its history, collection, and transmission to look at the way in which God works through prophets and Bible writers. As an experiential lens, he uses the experience of the Seventh-day Adventist community, of which he is a part, and its reception and use of Ellen White as God’s messenger. This provides an example of someone who produced an incredible volume of written material in her lifetime, yet maintained a great humility and understood her own spiritual experience as one of growth.

However, Inspiration: Hard Questions: Honest Answers is not just for Seventh-day Adventists. The lessons, drawn from the experience of one community, have wide applicability as we look at a range of views on biblical interpretation, experience, tradition, and contemporary claims of a prophetic word. All communities of faith would do well to ask the hard questions addressed in this book and to learn from the history and experience of others.

Ultimately, the author is addressing a question that comes to all of us: What is God’s will and how can I know it? Can I be certain? To find the answers we need, Dr. Thompson reminds us “We cannot just know Scripture, we have to know God.”

In this Second Revised Edition, you will find a new “bridge” chapter, designed to invite readers outside of the Adventist tradition to join in the conversation, as well as a number of minor updates, and a set of beautiful photographs and drawings inspired by scripture, prepared for this edition by Wanda Thompson. It is not enough to determine how the inspiration of scripture works as a theological tenet or a doctrinal point. Ultimately, for God’s Word in scripture to accomplish its mission, we must each be inspired by it as well.