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If you've ever wondered what so-and-so had that you didn't, you need to read Outliers. Gladwell's writing is always engaging, especially when he illuminates the mysterious elements that allow one person to succeed beyond all others. Recommended by... (read more)

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In poem after poem, Collins's trademark honesty, insight, and playfulness shine through. Recommended by Tessa, Powells.com... (read more)

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Mystery, academic comedy, ghost story, literary romance... Monsters of Templeton is a rich, rewarding debut whose pieces stitch together seamlessly. A smart pleasure, it is one of my favorite (and most frequently recommended) books of the year... (read more)

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Perfect for book groups, a charming series of letters make up this short novel set in post-WWII Europe. The correspondents, drawn together by their love of books and affection for each other, collectively tell a moving tale of endurance and friendship in... (read more)

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Sabuda is the most talented pop-up artist working today and this Christmas treat will delight current fans and make new ones. No boring one-dimensional cards when Sabuda is around! Recommended by Kay, Powells.com... (read more)

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Is your child halfway through first grade and still unable to read? Is your preschooler bored with coloring and ready for reading? Are you worried that your child will become lost in overcrowded classrooms? Did you know that early readers hold an... (read more)

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I prefer PCs to Macs. Maybe that's why I love Hodgman's books; when he scores a winner, PCs score another point. After the hilarity and brilliance of More Information Than You Require, Macs have fallen waaay behind. Recommended by Hank, Powells.com... (read more)

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Moving to a small, dreary town is enough to cause angst in any teen, but for Isabella Swan, angst is only the beginning. Soon she's falling in love with Edward, the quintessential dark, handsome guy, who just happens to be a vampire. This is the perfect... (read more)

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A grieving father receives a suspicious note, apparently from God, inviting him to meet in the Oregon wilderness where his daughter was brutally murdered. What he learns there is transforming readers around the world.... (read more)

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Five Complete Novels And One Story The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy The Restaurant at the End of the Universe Life, the Universe and Everything So long, and Thanks for All the Fish Mostly Harmless Young Zaphod Plays It Safe... (read more)

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In Stitched in Time Alicia Paulson shares 30 beautiful, inventive, and thoughtful projects that encourage you to take your memories down from the bookshelf, out of the closet, or off the hard drive and bring them into your daily life. Creator of a... (read more)

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The finest novel of our young century, 2666 is an epic masterpiece that solidifies Bolaño's reputation as a literary genius. It's an entire world unto itself, one — not unlike our own — filled with horror, neglect, depravity, brilliance,... (read more)

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In the zoo there are all kinds of animal families. But Tango's family is not like any of the others.... (read more)

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How much of an impact can an animal have? How many lives can one cat touch? How is it possible for an abandoned kitten to transform a small library, save a classic American town, and eventually become famous around the world? You can't even begin to... (read more)

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Legions of readers entranced by Twilight are hungry for more and they won't be disappointed. In New Moon, Stephenie Meyer delivers another irresistible combination of romance and suspense with a supernatural twist. The star-crossed lovers theme continues... (read more)

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TAKE THE NEXT STEP ... THE SECRET DAILY TEACHINGS ARE TIMELESS -- BEGIN AT ANY TIME OF THE YEAR. All around the world, The Secret is guiding millions to the life of their dreams. Now, with The Secret Daily Teachings, creator of The Secret Rhonda Byrne... (read more)

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Innovative and educational, The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao is a captivating novel about a family marked by fuku (curse) and circumstance. Díaz's story is reminiscent of Steinbeck's East of Eden — except that it's set in modern-day... (read more)

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Dare I say, "Take your knitting to the next level with AlterKnits Felt"? With easy-to-follow directions and beautiful photographs, this book will inspire you. It's also perfect for the crafty person on your gift list. Recommended by Beth, Powells.com... (read more)

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I disappeared into A Mercy like no novel in ages. Morrison's 17th-century panorama builds upon vivid scenes and characters until what emerges is nothing less than the forecast of America — both its ills and dreams. Recommended by Dave, Powells.com... (read more)

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A decidedly Mexican novel that spans the entire globe, The Savage Detectives is Homer's Odyssey, Hemingway's A Moveable Feast and Borges's Ficciones all rolled into one — and somehow becomes more than the sum of its parts in the process. Beautifully... (read more)

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A first rate biography by the brilliant historian Doris Kearns Goodwin, this landmark book details Lincoln's political acumen and remarkable leadership style. Recommended by Ted, Powells.com... (read more)

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Strike-me-dead beautiful and bleak — this is the book I put into every customer's hands. Absolutely the best thing out of 2006, and perhaps many years preceding, The Road reminds me of McCarthy's early novels, only matured to perfection. Recommended... (read more)

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Home Comforts is something new. For the first time in nearly a century, a sole author has written a comprehensive book about housekeeping. This is not a dry how-to manual, nor a collection of odd tips and hints, a cleaning book, a history book, or an... (read more)

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Provocative, personal, and inspirational, The Green Collar Economy is not a dire warning but rather a substantive and viable plan for solving the biggest issues facing the country — the failing economy and our devastated environment. From a distance,... (read more)

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The Tales of Beedle the Bard, a Wizarding classic, first came to Muggle readers’ attention in the book known as Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.  Now, thanks to Hermione Granger’s new translation from the ancient runes, we present... (read more)

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Bobbi and Bob Cat are the best of friends. When their hometown of New Orleans was struck by Hurricane Katrina, many lost everything. But not Bobbi and Bob Cat—they still had each other. Only by staying together could they survive. This is the story... (read more)

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Cupcakes have become the simple and chic treat of the times. This edition presents a storehouse of recipes written in clear instructions and features three variations on the basic recipe.... (read more)

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Staying Alive is an anthology of life-affirming poems fired by belief in the human and the spiritual at a time where much in the world feels unreal and inhuman. These are poems of great personal force connecting our aspirations with our humanity, helping... (read more)

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To call Watchmen a graphic novel is to not understand the complexities of its story. Watchmen is a dark, brooding novel, full of unrelenting characters, a bitter sense of humor, and a cynical worldview It's just a coincidence that it is a novel... (read more)

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IPT's PIPE TRADES HANDBOOK sets the standard for piping handbooks. It contains all the necessary information previously combined in other reference books, plus much more. It includes information on: pipe and tube data; valves; fittings, flanges and... (read more)

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Bad Monkeys twists, turns, shifts, and shakes its way through the story of Jane Charlotte, a woman who claims to be a member of a clandestine organization dedicated to fighting evil known as the Final Disposition of Irredeemable Persons. A gripping... (read more)

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In this lyrical, unsentimental, and compelling memoir, the son of a black African father and a white American mother searches for a workable meaning to his life as a black American. It begins in New York, where Barack Obama learns that his father—a... (read more)

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The most comprehensive up-to-date guide to printmaking on the market today, the revised, expanded, fully illustrated edition of this classic, containing 40 color plates and 600 black-and-white illustrations, covers every aspect of fine printing.... (read more)

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Featuring fabulous Southern Italian recipes, photos, and lore from HBO's hit show, this cookbook will have millions of fans eating like America's favorite mob family. The history of Neapolitan cuisine is included plus 100 recipes created with the... (read more)

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Peace Like a River is a beautiful, uplifting tale told from the perspective of a boy growing up in the Midwest. Sweet, harsh, moving, and true, it includes faith, family, and miracles all wrapped up in adventure. Recommended by Linda, Powells.com... (read more)

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Trickster Makes This World solidifies Lewis Hyde's reputation as, in Robert Bly's words, "the most subtle, thorough, and brilliant mythologist we now have." In it, Hyde now brings to life the playful and disruptive side of human imagination as it is... (read more)

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Wally Lamb's two previous novels, She's Come Undone and I Know This Much Is True, struck a chord with readers. They responded to the intensely introspective nature of the books, and to their lively narrative styles and biting humor. One critic called... (read more)

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What if the gods of Olympus were alive in the 21st Century? What if they still fell in love with mortals and had children who might become great heroes — like Theseus, Jason and Hercules? What if you were one of those children? Such is the... (read more)

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Powell's new subscription club delivers the best new books, with special attention to leading independent publishers. Signed first editions. Inventive, original sets. Exclusive printings.... Every six weeks, another installment to read and admire... (read more)

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From the "New York Times" bestselling author of "Jonathan Livingston Seagull" comes a light-hearted, inspirational account of an encounter with a modern-day messiah. In "Illusions", Bach takes to the air to discover the ageless truths that make our souls... (read more)

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Anna Karenina is the Abbey Road of literature. Critics may argue about its relative importance (is it the greatest novel of all time, or merely one of the top ten), but none (besides mean Mr. Mustard Seed, of course) dispute that, with respect to its... (read more)

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Sweet, quirky, and suffused with joy and spontaneity, this calendar is so andquot;habit-formingandquot; (Maxim) it has emerged as one of our top-selling wall calendars. Every month features nuns at playand#8212;and having a h*ll of a good time. Here they... (read more)

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If you've ever wondered what so-and-so had that you didn't, you need to read Outliers. Gladwell's writing is always engaging, especially when he illuminates the mysterious elements that allow one person to succeed beyond all others. Recommended by... (read more)

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Readers captivated by Twilight and New Moon will eagerly devour Eclipse, the much anticipated third book in Stephenie Meyer's riveting vampire love saga. As Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings and a malicious vampire continues her... (read more)

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Everyone's favorite Caldecott honor-winning porcine and #1 Kris Cringle enthusiast is helping to make the season brighter than ever. Christmas is coming, and Olivia is incredibly busy. She has to wait for Santa, make sure dad sets up the tree, wait for... (read more)

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"Blink is riveting and entertaining, not to mention quite brief, which makes for a very fast read — but it stays with you....Few books can change your worldview or cause you to rethink your every action and response to the world around you. Not only... (read more)

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One of the most revealing, readable books about the mind to come along in years. A simply fascinating glimpse into animal behavior — on the farm, at home, and even in the mirror. Recommended by Kyle, Powells.com... (read more)

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Our consensus is Hip Hop Speaks to Children is the most essential poetry purchase to make this year. The poetry is enough. The illustrations are enough. The CD is enough. Together, this book is a treasure of which you cannot get enough. We shall... (read more)

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If there is a more reliable outlet for cutting-edge music reviews than Pitchfork, I've yet to hear of it. Pitchfork's writers conjure up the 500 best songs of the past three decades with wit, penetrating insight, and a few surprises. Recommended by... (read more)