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FictionTwin Flame
by Nish Amarnath
TWIN FLAME is an inter-racial love story with literary overtones, multicultural stripes and strands of magical realism. A South Asian Math prodigy’s wish for a boy in a painting to come alive materializes in the form of an Austrian-Jewish writer. But a troubling secret wrenches them apart, forcing them to confront their worst fears, if life is to give them one final chance. Sherry Kasal, diagnosed with type-1 diabetes at the age of five, hopes to draw upon her passion for Math to discover a cure for conditions like her own. She stumbles upon a painting of a boy trapped in a snowstorm. She talks to the boy in this picture whenever she's sad, frustrated, angry and/or dejected. When writer Shaddy Haas enters her life, Sherry is motivated to resume work on a concentric model of electromagnetism that she had abandoned as a teen. Alas, circumstances wrench Sherry and Shaddy apart. Sherry, who reluctantly marries a lawyer, lands in Manhattan, where she scrambles to pick up the vestiges of her shelved research dream and realizes that she’s living a lie. Sherry must also unravel a flabbergasting secret that links Shaddy to the painting of the boy in the snowstorm as they try to find their way back to each other. Twin Flame, whose narrative is embedded with the alternating voices of its protagonists in both first-person and third-person points of view, combines the mystical ethos of Elif Shafak's 'Forty Rules of Love' with the futuristic cadence of Erich Segal's 'Prizes' and the exotic romanticism of Jan-Philipp Sendker's 'The Art of Hearing Heartbeats.'
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FictionJanuary 2018Victims for Sale
by Nish Amarnath
A fledgling TV reporter fights to expose a crime ring where mentally challenged women are sexually abused and forcibly sterilized. Sandy swaps a TV gig in Mumbai for life as a media researcher and BBC stringer in London, where she arranges to live as a paying guest with the Sawants, The Sawants are a regular quiet Indian family. Or so she thinks. But her first night at the Sawants' home finds her waking up to a young woman with a knife at her throat...and a dark secret. An ominous stranger is found snooping on the Sawants' porch, weeks later. The family seems to be hiding something. It's only after Sandy runs a sting operation on a care home for differently-abled women that she makes a connection between an institute acting as a front for a sinister nexus and the odd family she lives with. Chasing the truth up a trail of brutal murders, Sandy must expose the predators and step up to the deranged kingpin of a thriving sex racket. Before time runs out. For fans of Stieg Larsson's 'The Girl Who Played with Fire' and Sophie Hannah's 'A Room Swept White', this debut psychological thriller and crime suspense novel, set in London, is a strident expose on an under-reported form of social injustice where the line of distinction between the betrayer and the betrayed increasingly fades into oblivion.
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GardeningMay 2021Horticulture
Principles and Practices
by Auxcilia J., Veena Amarnath, Parthiban, S., Santhi, V P., Indumathi, K, Pugalendhi, L. & Aneesa Rani, M.S
This book is a meticulous presentation of fundamental principles of Horticulture and it gradually transcends and culminates to advanced technologies. It will be a ready reckoner, which will be useful to provide ready tips to any undergraduate faculty. Chapter 1 to chapter 4 give a broad description of fundamentals in horticultural sciences and the institutes involved in furthering the interest of horticulture. Chapters 5 to chapter 14 explainab out the tools, inputs and techniques used in crop management. Chapters 16 to chapter 19 deal with use of growth regulators, protected cultivation, good agricultural practices and organic horticulture. With the increase in pollution, people are keen to produce their own vegetables and chapter 20 focuses on that need of people. Chapter 21 provides an insight to applied biotechnology related to horticultureviz.,micro propagation and genetic engineering. The chapters 22 and 23 shed light on the scope of aesthetic aspects of horticulture. Horticulture therapy is a novel concept to deal with present day health issues and this is explained in chapter 24. Climate change and irresponsible human behavior has caused stress conditions for crop growth and it is adequately dealt in chapter 25. It is estimated that at least 20 – 30 % of the horticulture produce is wasted as post-harvest loss and hence chapter 26 and 27 are designed to provide post-harvest handling and value addition.
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FictionJuly 2021Flawed (Author: Modupe Adeyemo Oyetade)
by Modupe Adeyemo Oyetade
Cecelia’s woes begin when she is deprived of parental love by her father, due to superstitions. Her cousin takes advantage of her as a child, by sexually molesting and breeding fear in her mind. Flawed not only mirrors the state of our society but also emerges as a timely narrative on the consequences of child molestation in the lives of the girl-child.
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Children's & YAOctober 2020The Legend of Ataoja
by Ayo Oyeku
Oriade is a rightful heir to the throne of Osogbo Kingdom. Things took an unexpected turn when ‘Femi, his stepfather, wrestled and claimed the throne with a strange power that enabled him to shapeshift into wild beasts and mysterious things. Terror swept over the kingdom and all hope was lost. It is left for Oriade to flee from the palace, forge new alliances, embark on a long journey, and do the impossible in order to defeat the ruthless king.
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Crime & mysterySeptember 2021The Purified
by C. F. Peterson
Eamon’s newfound happiness is shattered by the kind of murder that the government doesn’t want to believe happens anymore. Detective Maclean thinks he has the killer, but something worse than a body has been found beneath the waters of The Minch, something that should never have been brought to the surface, and now it is not just TV crews that are watching the village. This novel is the second in a series set in and around the village of Duncul.
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Organic farmingJune 2018Achieving sustainable production of pig meat Volume 1
Safety, quality and sustainability
by Prof. Alan Mathew
Pig meat is the most widely-consumed meat in the world. Previous growth in production has relied, in part, on more intensive systems. In meeting rising demand, these systems face challenges such as the ongoing threat of zoonotic diseases, the need to improve feed efficiency in the face of rising costs, the need to reduce the environmental impact of pig production and increasing concerns about animal welfare.This volume looks first at the main zoonoses affecting pigs and how they can be controlled. It then reviews the latest research on aspects of meat quality such as flavour, colour, texture and nutritional quality. Finally, it assesses ways of monitoring and reducing the environmental impact of pig production.With its distinguished editor and international team of expert authors, this will be a standard reference for researchers in swine science, producers, government and other organisations involved in supporting pig production. It is accompanied by two companion volumes which focus on animal breeding, nutrition, health and welfare.
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Surviving Under the Devil Boss
by RANI-R
Genre - Modern Romance “I always win both the day and the night.”Judo player “Yi-won”, who swept the national competition. And his big fan Eun-soo.He disappeared seven years ago after his sudden retirement. Yi-won shows up again in front of her as a demon Boss who overuse his power! A romance that begins when an old idol is reunited as a feisty boss. 1. A real virtuoso romanceWhat if your love partner is your favorite? However, under the assumption that he has become a devilish boss! It stimulates the interest of readers by showing the dramatic progress of a relationship with a partner who seems to be unreachable with an outrageous imagination.2. The trend is day-win and night-win A so-called ‘day night’ hero who wins during the day and wins at night. Through a character with an unstoppable love style, it shows a strange tension and increases attraction.3. Reversal of relationships across space A vertical relationship between a manager and a secretary turns into a sweet relation- ship at home after work? The cohabitation romance where the body and mind collide violently, and the atmosphere that is subverted depending on the location add fun to the story.
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FictionDon’t pick it up recklessly
by GUADANG
Yeo-min, a college student who gave in to capitalism who unexpectedly picked up Ji-ho, the son of a super rich!“The only thing I wanted was financial compensation,but why does this immature young man keep looking at me with the eyes of the melodrama story?”A romance between a clay spoon[1] that picked up a person and twisted his whole life, and a scheming master pretending to be a large dog.1. The appeal of a roommate romance A campus romance involving high-spirited youths living together in an intimate, familiar space! Being so close to each other all the time is sure to cause all sorts of emotional and sexual tension which makes for an exciting plot! 2. Is their relationship sweet… or scary? Toeing the line between peaceful slice-of-life and an obsessive imprisonment story, the characters’ neverending tug-of-war, the mystery of the plot, and the precarious romance keeps the tension up until the end.3. Different moods in different settings Their relationship is only made more interesting by the two different settings—‘home’ and ‘college’—and the different moods they evoke! Following the series of events that take place in both those settings, the readers will be intrigued and pleased by the way the characters change with their environment.
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Children's & YAApril 2013Gadget Girl
The Art of Being Invisible
by Suzanne Kamata
Anna and the French Kiss meets Stoner & Spaz in a contemporary young adult coming-of-age novel about a girl, her struggles, and her art. Aiko Cassidy is fifteen and lives with her sculptor mother in a small Midwestern town. For most of her young life Aiko, who has cerebral palsy, has been her mother's muse. But now, she no longer wants to pose for the figures that have made her mother famous. Aiko works hard on her own dream, becoming a sought-after manga artist with a secret identity. When Aiko's mother invites her to Paris for a major exhibition of her work, Aiko resists. She'd much rather go to Japan, Manga Capital of the World, where she might be able to finally meet her father, the indigo farmer. When she gets to France, however, a hot waiter with a passion for manga and an interest in Aiko makes her wonder if being invisible is such a great thing after all.
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Children's & YASpooks
by Tereza Oľhová, Eva Škandíková
Every house has its boogeymen. Ours too. You can find them everywhere. On the balcony, in the washing machine, under the elevator, and right behind you. What they're doing there, you'll find out in a picture book meant for all kids who can laugh and still haven't stopped being afraid. Foreign Rights: books@owlagency.org
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Children's & YAJuly 2022A Kiss to Wake Me
by Cheryl Eager
A Kiss to Wake Me is a modern-day love story between Jamie and Cara. When the two first lock eyes in the high school cafeteria, “love at first sight” is no longer just a cliché to either of them. Their romance takes off at record speed but just as quickly crashes into a wall of disbelief when a figurative bomb is dropped into their lives, upending the world as they knew it: Cara is pregnant, even though she believed she was a virgin. When these unforeseen circumstances threaten the couple’s future together, everything comes into question. Is Jamie the father of her baby? Will he still love her and the baby if he’s not? How did Cara even get pregnant? How could she possibly cope without him and his family, whom she has grown to love and depend on? Will Jamie and Cara’s love endure the hardships thrust so harshly upon them? Fans of romantic first love and those who desire to see first love withstand seemingly insurmountable obstacles will enjoy this sweet yet intense novel. ---------- Three days before high school graduation, 18-year-old Cara mysteriously delivers a premature baby boy at home in her bathroom. The novel begins with her frantic 911 call and flashes back to unfold the beautiful and romantic first-love story between Cara and Jamie, the new tall and handsome student from California. They are two clever, level-headed teens who strive to do the right things but make one big mistake leading to dire consequences. Faith and morality hang in the balance between choices made and the tiny miracle baby they’ve all grown to love. The couple’s hope of a happily-ever-after is further at stake as the ensuing police investigation uncovers secrets, lies, and, finally, the answers they have all been holding their breaths to receive to move forward.
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May 2019My Shoes and I / Mis zapatos y yo
by René Colato Laínez
The experiences of young migrant children traveling to the United States are poignantly portrayed in this bilingual picture book.
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Hobbies, quizzes & games (Children's/YA)February 2021My Dinosaur Activity Book
Fun Facts and Puzzle Play
by Dougal Dixon, Jean Claude
My Dinosaur Activity Book is bursting with fun, colourful and fact-filled activities for kids who are wild about dinosaurs. My Dinosaur Activity Book is the first title in Buster’s new ‘Learn and Play’ activity book series – where fun, playful activities for young children and a love of learning meet.
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October 2022A Taste of Slovakia: Winter
Emilia's (not only) Cookbook
by Jarmila Hlávková (Author and Food Photography), Jana Kollárová (Design and Cover Photography)
The third book of this award-winning series is about winter in the Slovak kitchen. It will take you from the Advent season and the folklore of witches' days through the art of medovníky and oblátky baking to the festive days of Christmas and a complete Christmas dinner menu. Traditional pork specialities and New Year's Day festivities are also presented in the book, as well as a typical Slovak wedding with the old ritual of čepčenie and most popular desserts. As in the previous two volumes of A Taste of Slovakia series, the Winter Book is not only about recipes. Snippets of history behind the meals and insights into Slovak food culture will give you a broader taste of the country.
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Children's & YAAmazing ASEAN
by Asian Manga Team
Meet the gang and learn about ASEAN’s ten member countries. A comprehensive look at ASEAN for young readers. Uan is preparing for a quiz show on ASEAN. He wants to take home the top prize. Readers will follow Uan on his journey and learn about the cultural heritage and national costumes of ASEAN countries.
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Food & DrinkOctober 2016A Taste of Slovakia: Summer
Emilia's (not only) Cookbook
by Jarmila Hlávková (Author and Food Photography), Jana Kollárová (Design and Cover Photography), Andrea Leitnerová (Illustrations)
A Taste of Slovakia is much more than a collection of traditional Slovak recipes. It's a colourful journey into this small country's culture, the customs that evolve around cooking and eating, as well as history of some typical ingredients. The Summer Book is the first part of a four-volume series, which is meant to cover the four seasons in a Slovak kitchen.
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November 2022Rolling Stone: The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
by Rolling Stone
From Rolling Stone, the definitive and beautiful companion book to one of the most popular and hotly debated lists in the music world. In partnership with Abrams, Rolling Stone has created an oversized companion book to celebrate the all-new 2020 list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time, telling the stories behind every album through incredible Rolling Stone photography, original album art, Rolling Stone’s unique critical commentary, breakout pieces on the making of key albums, and archival interviews. This brand new anthology is based on Rolling Stone’s 2020 reboot of the original 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list, launched in 2003 and last updated in 2012, polling the industry’s most celebrated artists, producers, executives, and journalists to create the ranking. The voters include both classic and contemporary artists, including Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Billie Eilish; rising artists like H.E.R., Tierra Whack, and Lindsey Jordan of Snail Mail; as well as veteran musicians, such as Adam Clayton and the Edge of U2, Raekwon of the Wu-Tang Clan, Gene Simmons, and Stevie Nicks. The book is boldly designed, includes hundreds of images, and is packed with surprises and insights for music fans of all ages.
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Children's & YAJune 2019Alice in Wonderland
by Antonis Papatheodoulou, Iris Samartzi
A collection of classic stories to encourage little readers' love of reading
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Structural engineeringMarch 2012Temporary Works
Principles of Design and Construction
by Murray Grant (Author)
Temporary Works: Principles of Design and Construction is the first reference book to deliver authoritative and comprehensive guidance on temporary works for practising engineers. The practicalities of temporary works are an essential, cost-and-safety-critical aspect of all construction projects, but receive minimum coverage in training and remain poorly understood by many engineers. Covering all sub-specialties of this wide-ranging topic in a single resource, this book is invaluable for permanent works designers, engineers, technicians and contractors looking to minimise costs, maximise efficiency and ensure the safety of those working on-site. Temporary Works is • the only reference book to provide complete coverage of temporary works sub-specialties in a single volume • written by more than twenty industry experts established in specific fields, from falsework to floating plant • informed by the latest European codes – complete with the explanatory detail needed to use them – and up to date with current safety standards • a source of immediate, practical solutions to common problems and extensive references for readers to build on existing knowledge. Drawing on years of collective experience of temporary works in practice, this book is a key reference for temporary and permanent works designers alike, a useful training aid for new engineers, and a timely and relevant contribution to furthering knowledge in this often-overlooked field.
