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Author
Publisher
Macmillan Audio
Publication Date
2003
Language
English
Description
Rough sex, black magic, and the science—and eros—of gambling.
Meet in the ultimate book about Las Vegas.
James McManus was sent to Las Vegas by Harper's to cover the World Series of Poker in 2000, especially the mushrooming progress of women in the $23-million event, and the murder of Ted Binion, the tournament's prodigal host, purportedly done in by a stripper and her boyfriend with a technique so outré it took
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Language
English
Description
When it comes to competitive cooking, Max Lunden is no stranger to winning...though he's never been great at working with a team. A master chef-and major hunk-he's traveled the world, picking up new cooking techniques as well as beautiful women. But, when the prodigal chef returns home to his family's Greenwich Village restaurant, he discovers one too many cooks in the kitchen-and she's every bit as passionate as he is...
Juliet Cavanaugh used to...
Author
Publisher
Ballantine Group
Publication Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"From the bestselling author of The Chilbury Ladies' Choir comes a new World War II-set story of four women on the home front competing for a spot hosting a BBC wartime cookery program and a chance to better their lives. Two years into World War II, Britain is feeling her losses: the Nazis have won battles, the Blitz has destroyed cities, and U-boats have cut off the supply of food. In an effort to help housewives with food rationing, a BBC radio...
5) Teen spirit
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Publication Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Violet is a shy teenager who dreams of escaping her small town and pursuing her passion for singing. With the help of an unlikely mentor, she enters a local singing competition that will test her integrity, talent, and ambition. Driven by a pop-fueled soundtrack, it is a visceral and stylish spin on the Cinderella story.
Author
Language
English
Description
This book offers training insights and information on the new and dynamic sport of endurance riding. It is also a valuable resource for pleasure, competitive trail, and experienced endurance riders alike. It addresses the important concepts of rider balance and the gymnastic training of the horse in achieving the overall success of the long distance team.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Why are baking contestants disappearing? Fannie Miller, a quilt maker with a love of baked goods and a penchant for solving mysteries, has met a life goal by qualifying for the finals of the Tuscarawas County baking contest. But when some of the other contestants start vanishing, it seems something nefarious might be afoot. Fannie is forced to enlist the help of Foster Bates, a retired cop and part-time private investigator, by disrupting his peaceful...
10) Devil's trill
Author
Language
English
Description
Devil's Trill - a Mystery in Sonata-Allegro form is the first-ever audio book to integrate musical passages that provide clues to solving the mysteries! Author Gerald Elias, a renowned concert violinist himself performs the music. Blind, sharp-tongued violinist Daniel Jacobus, living in self-imposed exile in rural New England, is drawn into mysterious crimes in New York City. A stolen Stradivarius - a strangled pedagogue of musical prodigies - Jacobus...
11) Puzzle
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Publication Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
A closely observed portrait of Agnes, who has reached her early 40s without ever venturing far from home, family or the tight-knit immigrant community in which she was raised by her widowed father. That begins to change in a quietly dramatic fashion when Agnes receives a jigsaw puzzle as a birthday gift and experiences the heady thrill of not only doing something she enjoys, but being very, very good at it.
Author
Language
English
Description
Who needs a stadium or a ballpark? Esports have taken the world by storm in recent years, morphing from a niche entertainment market to a billion-dollar worldwide phenomenon. Inside, meet some of the key players, find out how esports evolved, and tune in to how you might play a part as a player or a fan. This is not your parents' world of entertainment. Almost nothing has changed as much in the past decade as how we engage with creativity. From streaming...
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Language
English
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Description
"A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Olympic ice hockey and curling. Includes descriptions of each of these men's and women's ice sports, including the mixed doubles curling event. Readers will get a primer to some rules and athletes that may participate in the Winter Olympic Games. Includes Q&A feature, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index"-- Provided by publisher.
14) Trials bikes
Author
Language
English
Description
"Full color photography accompanies engaging information about trials bikes. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher
Studio Press, an imprint of Kings Road Publishing / HarperCollins
Publication Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"The large and rapidly changing landscape of competitive gaming can seem overwhelming, but this guide will turn you into an expert. It covers everything you need to know about where to watch, how to get involved, and why eSports is the most exciting spectator sport around"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Description
All Star cheerleaders spend hours every week training to perform for a few short minutes. Their routines are carefully choreographed to earn a team as many points as possible. This title introduces readers to the exciting world of cheer competitions. It explores the history of competitive cheer, the process of preparing to compete, and what to expect on competition day. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index....
19) Goldfish
Author
Language
English
Description
Lou Brown is a fast individual medley swimmer, training for the Olympics. But when she tanks the time trials, she starts over and goes back to school. It's hard to fit in with the existing social groups. When she is asked to choreograph an underwater dance routine for their Britain's Hidden Talent audition, will Lou be able to overcome her status as a social outcast?
