Z Books

This is a lovely bedside book. Each story is a tale of grace -- and some of grit -- in the lives of real people. Often spiritual tales are too sugar-coated to be of much encouragement to those who struggle honestly with real life. This book beautifully integrates honesty with hope, no matter what your path has been, it's encouraging to know that God is a God of second chances. Marcia Nelson's writing style and personal postcards from her journey add to the beauty of this book.

The stories are not written in a dramatic style; they are about real people living their lives; stumbling along while allowing Spirit to have a small influence with magnificent results.

Expecting more intense miracles, I was at first underwhelmed by the book. However, noticing that the stories lingered with me for the next week, I realized Marcia Z.Nelson is a master at reporting the facts, just the facts, leaving the rest to the reader. It works.

I use this book as a mediation book in the morning. It helps me get outside of "self" and perhaps even allows me to become a little more willing to have God in my daily decisions. A good read, this one.

Beautifully illustrated and great way for preschoolers to learn about God (and their letters). Has scriptures to back up richly written text. Definitely not a "trite" book and worth having as part of your library or to give as a gift! I am currently using it in a teaching setting and it works wonderfully to expand into other activites for hands-on teaching. GREAT BOOK!!!

My 3 year old and I really enjoyed this book! The illustrations are lovely and inviting and flow well with the poetic text. It's refreshing to find a Christian children's book that isn't trite and full of "twaddle". I like this book so much I'm buying several copies for gifts. Very well done, Focus on the Family and Heritage Builders!

I have tried many of the recipes in this book and have yet to find one that is poor. I especially recommend the Chocolate Cherry Loaf, Pear Cardamom Bread, Pizza Crust Dough, and the regular and wheat French breads. The flavors are well-balanced and the recipes easy to follow. You should also try the Turkey Stuffing Bread -- you make your own herb-flavored croutons that are ready to turn into stuffing. Just like the stuffing mix you buy in the store! (Better!)

I would and do recommend this book highly. I use it often and am always pleased with the results.

In these times, making homemade bread might seem like a huge commitment of time and energy. Bread machines were a fad for awhile and are an unnecessary appliance - right? Wrong. It just requires some inspiring recipes (that actually produce great results) and some practice using one's bread machine. This book,Great Bread Machine Baking, actually helps to get one going, and puts an end to all apprehension about using another unfamiliar 'gadget.' This book offers many easy - and truly delicious! - recipes for baking in your bread machine. So get it out of the cupboard, dust it off and start using it again! Or get one (they are much more reasonable today than when they were 'in,' and there's always eBay!)

You'll find around 250 recipes here, categorized into chapters like Special Holiday Breads and Uses for Day-Old Bread. There are also nice recipes for jams, butters, and toppings, and helpful tips on creating yummy breads and spreads that are healthier than most store-bought breads. Some who are unfamiliar with bread machines may appreciate the section on proper use of your bread machine and on how to troubleshoot any problems you get into.

Here is a sampling of some of the great recipes in this book -- as you can see, these go beyond the ordinary bread recipes one usually finds in bread machine cookbooks:
Cheddar Bacon Rye Bread, Sun-Dried Tomato Olive Bread, Spiced Pumpkin Loaf, Chocolate and Cinnamon Raisin Bread, Honey Oatmeal Wheat Bread, Basil Pesto Bread, Brie Crostini, Bread Pudding, home-made croutons, Orange Marmalade Bread, Panettone, a whole section on Sourdough breads, Blue Cheese Bread, and Cream Cheese and Chives Bread.

This book is great! I teach third grade and bought this book for my classroom library when we got our first hamster. When we got another species, I couldn't find the book! It's always in someone's desk so they can read it next!!

There are a lot of pictures and it's laid out in a simple manner. It's not confusing to read and laid out in a manner that I learned a lot and my third graders are learning a lot. It is great for children because it doesn't go too in depth on mating issues...it explains basics without graphic detail like I've seen in other books.

The best section is on the hamster life cycle! I got two Dwarfs who happened to be male and female (unknown to me!) They've already had too litters and the kids are learning now about the hamster life cycle. This book has been invaluable for that. The kids are able to view pictures of the newborn babies without having to disturb mom.

I trust Lorraine Hill to tell me everything I need to know about hamsters!

In this well organized reference book, complete with big, bright photos, the author presents answers to just about any question a new hamster owner might ask. It starts with hamster history and proceeds to tell about hamster care, species of hamsters, hamster habits, hamster health, and even a bit about showing and breeding hamsters. It's up-to-date, simple to understand, and covers all the basics. No new hamster owner should leave the pet shop without this book, esepcially if he's taking home a hamster as well!

If you can purchase only one book about communicating health information to consumers, make it Helen Osborne's "Health Literacy from A to Z!" As a consumer health librarian working with people with disabilities, their caregivers and service providers, I have been a health literacy advocate for several years. Helen's articles and books were among the first I discovered. She continues to be a pioneer in the field, inspiring people to seek creative and effective ways to make health information accessible for everyone.

"Health Literacy from A to Z" is comprehensive (as one would expect from the title), offering practical tips in a conversational manner. Each chapter is concise but packed with information, including "Starting Points," "Strategies, Ideas, and Suggestions," and a carefully selected bibliography entitled "Sources to Learn More." Some chapters include short vignettes or cases for illustration. Content is clearly organized and bold headings and sub-headings facilitate quick access to information.

"Health Literacy from A to Z" encompasses the broad range of factors affecting understanding and decision making as well as the diversity of content, technology and contexts. Health literacy is more than low literacy skills and this book explains why. The chapters entitled "Y - You: Empathy and Humanity" and "Z - Zest & Pizzazz" convey the critically important role that we play--as service providers, educators, librarians, or caregivers--in communicating health information effectively.

We often think our patients understand us fully when we provide them with information regarding their diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan. In fact studies show that over half of the adult population has trouble processing and acting on this information correctly. Poor compliance often leads to poor outcomes. We need to ensure that our patients get "the whole picture".
Health Literacy from A to Z is a wonderful resource for all health professionals. It touches on all aspects of patient care and provides simple, easily implemented strategies to enhance understanding for your patients.
This is a tool I will use over and over again. I keep it easily accessible so I can refer to it as needed. I suggest you do the same.

In simple, but powerful words he captures the history of America and the world today. To people of color and ethnic diversity who have endured the struggle, this is a literary work that sends a message that cannot be denied. Mr. Newell your daughter is fortunate to have you as a father.

HE HITS THE NAIL ON THE HEAD. I FEEL AS IF HE HAS LIVED MY LIFE AND IN MY HEAD. HE HAS SIGHT BEYOND SIGHT.

This is a super book for people who want to learn about uses of oils. I've read several of Ms. Solomon's books and they are all MUST READS! I just wish I could find the rest of her catalog at Amazon (hint, hint!!!) I hear she's coming out with a new book soon...hope Amazon carries it.

HELPING YOURSELF WITH MAGICAL OILS,A-Z....If you are seeking ways to create a sense of"magickal bliss" in your life this
is the book for you.

Maria Solomon walks you through an array of concise recipes to help you in all areas of your life. I found this particular book to be quite informative for laypersons, students and practitioners within the new age and spiritual communities.

This is an easy to read guide for anyone who desires to positively enhance their opportunities for success in business, romance, personal and spiritual development. This is a "must have book" for your library from this well-known American spiritual writer.

I liked this book because it can be used with a wide age range of children. The introductory rhyme and ABC rhymes on each page are especially suited to younger children, while the smaller text at the bottom of the page gives more information for older children. For example, the page for 'R' says 'R is for rabbit. Make a move - off he'll go.' At the bottom of the page you find the hieroglyph for r, an explanation of the symbol, how to write 'rabbit' in hieroglyphs, and a little more information on rabbits in Ancient Egypt. The large picture of a rabbit on the page is a reproduction of either an ancient carving or painting. After the alphabet there are several pages giving information about the history of hieroglyphs and how to write with them which would be of interest to older children as well. A stencil is also included, but you could write your own hieroglyphs by referring to the chart at the back of the book. This book is useful for introducing information on hierglyphs and Ancient Egypt to children.

this is a great book on hieroglyphs for children. but if you are older and just beginning to learn this is also a great book for you. but if you have already been studing hieroglyphs this is not the book for you. but if you have children this is a book you will want to buy

Computer software to assist architects in their design processes has been commercially available for more than twenty years, yet few architects give any serious thought to the ways in which their use of software as a design tool and as a medium of expression/representation influences the design product (as well as process). Pierluigi Serraino, a USA-based practitioner in the European tradition of "architect as public intellectual," has undertaken such an analysis in this slender but provocative book. Don't be put off by the product-specific title -- this study is not about software so much as it is a book of profound insight into the relationships among man, machine and "D"esign. Highly recommended. -- Jerry Laiserin, Editor, The LaiserinLetter(tm)

"History of Form*Z" is one of the first attempts to place design software in the context of history. Pierluigi Serraino, both a theorist and a designer, is able to offer a unique perspective into the theoretical implications that software plays in the world of design today and its historical significance. While it has long been suspected that computer software may affect or dictate design decisions, this book offers a glimpse into the academic and practical implications, effects, and repercussions of such possibility. Rather than simply describing the pros and cons of a software package, Pierluigi attempts to take a step further and address the phenomenon of "formziness" and its effect in the built form, a courageous and pioneering effort. Highly recommended for students, instructors, and practitioners.

When I first picked up this book in a brick-and-mortar store, I thought it was perfect for my soon-to-be-married goddaughter, who is smart but a kitchen novice.

Before I wrapped it, I looked closely at the recipes and realized that, while easy, they are sophisticated. Just right for my own kitchen.

So I just ordered a copy for myself!

This is a great cookbook! Clear, helpful directions and delicious recipies. Very encouraging for beginners, challenging enough for more experienced cooks. Both a useful "how-to" reference and a source of enjoyable new recipes. Very glad I bought it.