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How to Keep House While Drowning

A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing

by KC Davis, LPC ...

An NPR Best Book of the Year | USA TODAY BestsellerThis revolutionary approach to cleaning and organizing helps free you from feeling ashamed or overwhelmed by a messy home.If you’re struggling to stay on top of your to-do list, you probably have a good reason: anxiety, fatigue, depression, ADHD, or lack of support. For therapist KC Davis, the birth of her second child triggered a stress-mess ... Read more

$12.99 USD

An NPR Best Book of the Year | USA TODAY BestsellerThis revolutionary approach to cleaning and organizing helps free you from feeling ashamed or overwhelmed by a messy home.If you’re struggling to stay on top of your to-do list, you probably have a good reason: anxiety, fatigue, depression, ADHD, or lack of support. For therapist KC Davis, the birth of her second child triggered a stress-mess
... Read more
We Are As Gods

Back to the Land in the 1970s on the Quest for a New America

by Kate Daloz ...

At the dawn of the 1970s, waves of hopeful idealists abandoned the city and headed for the country, convinced that a better life awaited. They were full of dreams, mostly lacking in practical skills, and soon utterly out of money. But they knew paradise when they saw it.When Loraine, Craig, Pancake, Hershe, and a dozen of their friends came into possession of 116 acres in Vermont, they had big ... Read more

Was $17.99 USD Now $1.99 USD

At the dawn of the 1970s, waves of hopeful idealists abandoned the city and headed for the country, convinced that a better life awaited. They were full of dreams, mostly lacking in practical skills, and soon utterly out of money. But they knew paradise when they saw it.When Loraine, Craig, Pancake, Hershe, and a dozen of their friends came into possession of 116 acres in Vermont, they had big
... Read more
Construction Project Estimating 101: For Beginners & New Graduates

by P.D. Mason ...

Are you looking for that construction estimating 'Edge' over your competition on project bid day?Or...maybe you're a new construction estimator ready to start your career with 'real-world' knowledge in your back pocket but don't know where to look?Stop…..look no further and keep reading!Construction Project Management 101 is your real-world, hands-on "How To" guidebook that ensures your ... Read more

$5.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you looking for that construction estimating 'Edge' over your competition on project bid day?Or...maybe you're a new construction estimator ready to start your career with 'real-world' knowledge in your back pocket but don't know where to look?Stop…..look no further and keep reading!Construction Project Management 101 is your real-world, hands-on "How To" guidebook that ensures your
... Read more
A Continuous Harmony

Essays Cultural and Agricultural

by Wendell Berry ...

"This book is broad and leisurely and important. Something like the river itself on which Wendell Berry lives. It is full of wide and flowing thoughts and one thing leads to another in the manner that nature intended―or used to. The language ranges from the grave and beautiful to the sharp and specific, depending on the need to express the vast variety of subjects he presents." —The NationThe ... Read more

$9.99 USD

"This book is broad and leisurely and important. Something like the river itself on which Wendell Berry lives. It is full of wide and flowing thoughts and one thing leads to another in the manner that nature intended―or used to. The language ranges from the grave and beautiful to the sharp and specific, depending on the need to express the vast variety of subjects he presents." —The NationThe
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At Home

A Short History of Private Life

by Bill Bryson ...

In these pages, the beloved Bill Bryson gives us a fascinating history of the modern home, taking us on a room-by-room tour through his own house and using each room to explore the vast history of the domestic artifacts we take for granted. As he takes us through the history of our modern comforts, Bryson demonstrates that whatever happens in the world eventually ends up in our home, in the paint, ... Read more

$9.99 USD

In these pages, the beloved Bill Bryson gives us a fascinating history of the modern home, taking us on a room-by-room tour through his own house and using each room to explore the vast history of the domestic artifacts we take for granted. As he takes us through the history of our modern comforts, Bryson demonstrates that whatever happens in the world eventually ends up in our home, in the paint,
... Read more
Home Economics

Fourteen Essays

by Wendell Berry ...

In Home Economics, Berry explores what it means to make oneself “responsibly at home.” As he argues, a measure of the health of the planet is economics—the health of its households."Wherever we live, however we do so, we desperately need a prophet of responsibility; and although the days of the prophets seem past to many of us, Berry may be the closest to one we have. But, fortunately, he is also ... Read more

$12.99 USD

In Home Economics, Berry explores what it means to make oneself “responsibly at home.” As he argues, a measure of the health of the planet is economics—the health of its households."Wherever we live, however we do so, we desperately need a prophet of responsibility; and although the days of the prophets seem past to many of us, Berry may be the closest to one we have. But, fortunately, he is also
... Read more
In Case You Get Hit by a Bus

How to Organize Your Life Now for When You're Not Around Later

by Abby Schneiderman, Adam Seifer, Gene Newman ...

A step-by-step program for getting your life in order, so you’re prepared for the unexpected.The odds of getting hit by a bus are 495,000 to 1. But the odds that you’re going to die some day? Exactly.Even the most disorganized among us can take control of our on- and off-line details so our loved ones won’t have to scramble later. The experts at Everplans, a leading company in digital life ... Read more

Was $11.99 USD Now $1.99 USD

A step-by-step program for getting your life in order, so you’re prepared for the unexpected.The odds of getting hit by a bus are 495,000 to 1. But the odds that you’re going to die some day? Exactly.Even the most disorganized among us can take control of our on- and off-line details so our loved ones won’t have to scramble later. The experts at Everplans, a leading company in digital life
... Read more
How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind

Dealing with Your House's Dirty Little Secrets

by Dana K. White ...

Bring your home out of the mess it’s in—and learn how to keep it under control! Housekeeping expert Dana K. White shares reality-based cleaning and organizing techniques that will help you learn what really works.Do you experience heart palpitations at the sound of an unexpected doorbell? Do you stare in bewilderment at your messy home, wondering how in the world it got this way again? You’re not ... Read more

Was $11.99 USD Now $3.99 USD

Bring your home out of the mess it’s in—and learn how to keep it under control! Housekeeping expert Dana K. White shares reality-based cleaning and organizing techniques that will help you learn what really works.Do you experience heart palpitations at the sound of an unexpected doorbell? Do you stare in bewilderment at your messy home, wondering how in the world it got this way again? You’re not
... Read more
Uncluttered Faith

Own Less, Love More, and Make an Impact in Your World: A Minimalist Book

by Joshua Becker ...

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • ECPA BESTSELLER • A transformative guide to experiencing the fullness of God's promises through the power of minimalism—from the bestselling author of The More of Less and The Minimalist Home.Consumerism competes for our attention daily—from social media influences to ads on streaming services to our friends’ latest purchases. This obsession with storing up ... Read more

$13.99 USD

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • ECPA BESTSELLER • A transformative guide to experiencing the fullness of God's promises through the power of minimalism—from the bestselling author of The More of Less and The Minimalist Home.Consumerism competes for our attention daily—from social media influences to ads on streaming services to our friends’ latest purchases. This obsession with storing up
... Read more
Mundane Magic

A Lazy Witch's Guide to Hacking Your Brain, Building a Daily Practice, and Getting Stuff Done

by Molly Donlan ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Transform the mundane tasks of daily life into intentional moments of Magical self-care, with spells, rituals, and exercises that work with your brain, not against it—from the co-host of the Demystify Magic podcastAre the dust bunnies and clutter in your house getting out of control? Do you put off cleaning your shower curtain or organizing your closet until you can’t ignore ... Read more

$13.99 USD

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Transform the mundane tasks of daily life into intentional moments of Magical self-care, with spells, rituals, and exercises that work with your brain, not against it—from the co-host of the Demystify Magic podcastAre the dust bunnies and clutter in your house getting out of control? Do you put off cleaning your shower curtain or organizing your closet until you can’t ignore
... Read more
Spark Joy

An Illustrated Master Class on the Art of Organizing and Tidying Up

by Marie Kondo ...

Series series The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The star of the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo and author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up helps you visualize your ideal lifestyle.Japanese decluttering guru Marie Kondo has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to usingher acclaimed KonMari Method to create a joy-filled home that works the way ... Read more

$9.99 USD

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The star of the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo and author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up helps you visualize your ideal lifestyle.Japanese decluttering guru Marie Kondo has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to usingher acclaimed KonMari Method to create a joy-filled home that works the way
... Read more
Living, Together

Reimagining Community in the Age of Disconnection

Edited by Samantha Paige Rosen ...

**21 writers and organizers on chosen family, hacking adulthood, and other lessons communal living can teach us about the future of housing in AmericaFeaturing Kristen Arnett, Rhaina Cohen, Kim Stanley Robinson, and more ● "Most Anticipated" by Electric Literature, Debutiful, The Millions, and Autostraddle ● "Best/Notable" by Book Riot and Daily Kos**At age 29, when Samantha Paige Rosen made an ... Read more

$13.99 USD

**21 writers and organizers on chosen family, hacking adulthood, and other lessons communal living can teach us about the future of housing in AmericaFeaturing Kristen Arnett, Rhaina Cohen, Kim Stanley Robinson, and more ● "Most Anticipated" by Electric Literature, Debutiful, The Millions, and Autostraddle ● "Best/Notable" by Book Riot and Daily Kos**At age 29, when Samantha Paige Rosen made an
... Read more
The Minimalist Home

A Room-by-Room Guide to a Decluttered, Refocused Life

by Joshua Becker ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Turn your home into a place of peace, contentment, and purposeful living with the beloved author of The More of Less and Uncluttered Faith.“A valuable, practical road map for those who are hoping to declutter their homes and take control of their lives.”—Katie Wells, founder of Wellness MamaDo you want to declutter your home, but you don’t know where to start? One of today’s ... Read more

$8.99 USD

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Turn your home into a place of peace, contentment, and purposeful living with the beloved author of The More of Less and Uncluttered Faith.“A valuable, practical road map for those who are hoping to declutter their homes and take control of their lives.”—Katie Wells, founder of Wellness MamaDo you want to declutter your home, but you don’t know where to start? One of today’s
... Read more
Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage

Designing and Managing Your Equine Facilities

by Cherry Hill ...

Keeping your own horses requires dedication, hard work, and a sincere interest in the well-being of your animals. This practical guide shows you how to design efficient facilities and establish effective maintenance routines so that your horses can stay happy, healthy, and safe on even the smallest plots of land. Offering expert advice on barn designs, fencing options, and pasture management, ... Read more

$13.99 USD

Keeping your own horses requires dedication, hard work, and a sincere interest in the well-being of your animals. This practical guide shows you how to design efficient facilities and establish effective maintenance routines so that your horses can stay happy, healthy, and safe on even the smallest plots of land. Offering expert advice on barn designs, fencing options, and pasture management,
... Read more
PlyDesign

73 Distinctive DIY Projects in Plywood (and other sheet goods)

by Philip Schmidt ...

Make sleek and functional home furnishings from inexpensive plywood and other off-the-shelf materials using only basic hand and power tools. This unique building guide offers 73 innovative ideas for using plywood to make everything from desks and workstations to children’s playhouses. Projects for every need and skill level are presented with clear assembly diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and ... Read more

Was $12.99 USD Now $1.99 USD

Make sleek and functional home furnishings from inexpensive plywood and other off-the-shelf materials using only basic hand and power tools. This unique building guide offers 73 innovative ideas for using plywood to make everything from desks and workstations to children’s playhouses. Projects for every need and skill level are presented with clear assembly diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and
... Read more
Homemaking with Babs

Tips and Tricks for Making a House a Home

by Barbara Costello ...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Every Day with Babs, comes Babs’ life-tested advice and tricks for setting up, cleaning, and maintaining an organized, happy, and healthy home.Everyone’s favorite grandma is back with a comprehensive guide to caring for the home, whether you live in a house or apartment. Through their decades of experience as homeowners, Babs and her husband—aka Mr. ... Read more

$14.99 USD

From the New York Times bestselling author of Every Day with Babs, comes Babs’ life-tested advice and tricks for setting up, cleaning, and maintaining an organized, happy, and healthy home.Everyone’s favorite grandma is back with a comprehensive guide to caring for the home, whether you live in a house or apartment. Through their decades of experience as homeowners, Babs and her husband—aka Mr.
... Read more
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up

The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing

by Marie Kondo ...

Series series The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The book that sparked a revolution and inspired the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo: the original guide to decluttering your home once and for all.ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS OF THE DECADE—CNNDespite constant efforts to declutter your home, do papers still accumulate like snowdrifts and clothes pile up like a tangled mess of noodles?Japanese ... Read more

Was $9.99 USD Now $7.99 USD

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The book that sparked a revolution and inspired the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo: the original guide to decluttering your home once and for all.ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS OF THE DECADE—CNNDespite constant efforts to declutter your home, do papers still accumulate like snowdrifts and clothes pile up like a tangled mess of noodles?Japanese
... Read more
Composting Inside and Out

The comprehensive guide to reusing trash, saving money and enjoying the benefits of organic gardening

by Stephanie Davies ...

Rethink Your RefuseHundreds of millions of tons of solid waste are produced in the U.S. annually, and the landfills simply store it, not eliminate it. Recycling diverts significant amounts of waste, but the fact remains that the majority of landfill space is occupied by organic material. The good news is composting is a natural and beneficial way to eliminate this waste, and anyone can do it ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Rethink Your RefuseHundreds of millions of tons of solid waste are produced in the U.S. annually, and the landfills simply store it, not eliminate it. Recycling diverts significant amounts of waste, but the fact remains that the majority of landfill space is occupied by organic material. The good news is composting is a natural and beneficial way to eliminate this waste, and anyone can do it
... Read more
The Joy of Tiny House Living

Everything You Need to Know Before Taking the Plunge

by Chris Schapdick ...

The tiny house movement continues to grow and thrive. As people consider joining the tiny home lifestyle, they need to fully understand all of the practical considerations that go into building, owning, and living in a tiny home on wheels. The Joy of Tiny House Living is today's indispensable manual for tiny house living. Award-winning tiny home builder Chris Schapdick offers first-hand ... Read more

Was $14.99 USD Now $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The tiny house movement continues to grow and thrive. As people consider joining the tiny home lifestyle, they need to fully understand all of the practical considerations that go into building, owning, and living in a tiny home on wheels. The Joy of Tiny House Living is today's indispensable manual for tiny house living. Award-winning tiny home builder Chris Schapdick offers first-hand
... Read more
Essential Food Preserving

The Comprehensive Guide to Canning, Freezing, Drying, and Fermenting Vegetables, Fruits, Grains, Nuts, Beans, Meat, Dairy, and Eggs

by Julia Skinner ...

The must-have reference guide to all the methods used for preserving every type of food—from canning vegetables to making fruit wines to curing meat—with more than 250 recipes and creative zero-waste options.Featuring clear step-by-step instructions and original photography, Essential Food Preserving is organized by type of food, with multiple preservation methods for each one, so you can preserve ... Read more

$28.99 USD

The must-have reference guide to all the methods used for preserving every type of food—from canning vegetables to making fruit wines to curing meat—with more than 250 recipes and creative zero-waste options.Featuring clear step-by-step instructions and original photography, Essential Food Preserving is organized by type of food, with multiple preservation methods for each one, so you can preserve
... Read more
Feng Shui Modern

by Cliff Tan ...

The ancient practice of feng shui is uncovered in this simple and practical guide, revealing the tools that will lead to a healthier, happier home for every budget.How do you place a bed in an awkward room? How can your space help you be more focused and more productive? How do you set up your room to make you ready for romantic love? It's simple!In Feng Shui for Modern Living, TikTok influencer ... Read more

$14.99 USD

The ancient practice of feng shui is uncovered in this simple and practical guide, revealing the tools that will lead to a healthier, happier home for every budget.How do you place a bed in an awkward room? How can your space help you be more focused and more productive? How do you set up your room to make you ready for romantic love? It's simple!In Feng Shui for Modern Living, TikTok influencer
... Read more
Goodbye, Things

The New Japanese Minimalism

by Fumio Sasaki ...

The best-selling phenomenon from Japan that shows us a minimalist life is a happy life.Fumio Sasaki is not an enlightened minimalism expert or organizing guru like Marie Kondo—he’s just a regular guy who was stressed out and constantly comparing himself to others, until one day he decided to change his life by saying goodbye to everything he didn’t absolutely need. The effects were remarkable: ... Read more

$15.09 USD

The best-selling phenomenon from Japan that shows us a minimalist life is a happy life.Fumio Sasaki is not an enlightened minimalism expert or organizing guru like Marie Kondo—he’s just a regular guy who was stressed out and constantly comparing himself to others, until one day he decided to change his life by saying goodbye to everything he didn’t absolutely need. The effects were remarkable:
... Read more
Decluttering at the Speed of Life

Winning Your Never-Ending Battle with Stuff

by Dana K. White ...

You don't have to live overwhelmed by stuff—you can get rid of clutter for good! Decluttering expert Dana White identifies the emotional challenges that make it difficult to declutter and provides workable solutions to break through and make progress.While the world seems to be in love with the idea of tiny houses and minimalism, many of us simply can't purge it all and start from nothing. Yet a ... Read more

$9.99 USD

You don't have to live overwhelmed by stuff—you can get rid of clutter for good! Decluttering expert Dana White identifies the emotional challenges that make it difficult to declutter and provides workable solutions to break through and make progress.While the world seems to be in love with the idea of tiny houses and minimalism, many of us simply can't purge it all and start from nothing. Yet a
... Read more
Sewing with Scraps

15 Projects to Sew a Sustainable Wardrobe Using Leftover Fabric

by Birgitta Helmersson, Sam Grose ...

Learn how to repurpose leftover fabrics and make a Scandi-inspired wardrobe with Sewing with Scraps.Home sewing can create a lot of natural wastage, and it can be tricky to find ways to use leftover fabric pieces. Sewing with Scraps will show you how to think sustainably and make 15 fashion-forward garments and accessories in sizes UK 6–30, including a workwear jacket, patchwork tee, quilted coat, ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Learn how to repurpose leftover fabrics and make a Scandi-inspired wardrobe with Sewing with Scraps.Home sewing can create a lot of natural wastage, and it can be tricky to find ways to use leftover fabric pieces. Sewing with Scraps will show you how to think sustainably and make 15 fashion-forward garments and accessories in sizes UK 6–30, including a workwear jacket, patchwork tee, quilted coat,
... Read more

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