AUTHOR: Sy Montgomery
SUMMARY: In pursuit of the wild, solitary, predatory octopus, popular naturalist Sy Montgomery has practiced true immersion journalism.
REVIEW: "If you are looking for a scientific book, this is not for you, but it’s a beautiful narrative about the amazing emotional connections humans can make with intelligent sea life. It's excellent for young adults to read and [a great book] to read to children."
l Atria Books (2015), 272 pp., ISBN-13: 978-1451697728
a List price: $16.99. Sells for less at Amazon.
AUTHOR: Anna Marlis Burgard
SUMMARY: Breezy, inviting, and delightful—just like a day at the beach—The Beachcomber's Companion is a charming illustrated guide to collecting and identifying shells and other coastal treasures.
REVIEW: "This book is a feast for the eyes, as well as incredibly informative. I bought one for each of my kids....It is the perfect gift for anyone who has strolled on a beach and picked up a seashell."has beautiful pictures, and great ideas for anyone doing renovations or just small changes to certain rooms in their home. So many fabulous shades of blue in so many different settings. It's worth spending a few hours enjoying every page!"
M Chronicle Books/illustrated edition (2018), 128 pp., ISBN-13: 978-1452161167
F List price: $16.95. Sells for less on Amazon.
AUTHOR: Phoebe Howard
SUMMARY: From design expert (and interior design readers’ favorite) Phoebe Howard comes a new book focused on decorating with beautiful blue color schemes.
AUTHOR: Judy Fridono
SUMMARY: Ricochet, a golden retriever, is the only dog in the world who surfs with wounded warriors, people with disabilities, and children with special needs as an assistive aid and SURFice dog. This tears-to-triumph story takes readers behind the media sensation.
Ricochet surpassed every other dog in Puppy Prodigy training class. But due to her love for chasing birds, she was released from training; leaving a frustrated owner and a dog without a direction. Yet that flunking out of school led to a new purpose.
Ricochet began to help others, including those with traumatic brain injuries, post-traumatic stress, and physical disabilities. She raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for charities, and offers people hope, comfort, healing ~ and a reason to keep fighting.
REVIEW: "I was just amazed how Ricochet knew what to do when she first met someone who had been traumatized or had gone through something horrific. Her gentle nature and intuitiveness were things I have never witnessed or read about before. She is truly inspiring."
M HCI (2014), 288 pp., ISBN13 978-0757317729
F Sells on Amazon in various formats and prices.
AUTHOR: Lulu Lytle
SUMMARY: An ode to rattan (the sustainable tropical palm), this book celebrates the beloved material’s versatility, natural beauty, and craftsmanship.
REVIEWS: "Informative on the history of rattan, and differences between wicker and rattan. Pictures are beautiful." D f "Well done. A person could look over the whole book, many times, and see something new each time." D f "It has beautiful pictures, and great ideas for anyone doing renovations or just small changes to certain rooms in their home. So many fabulous shades of blue in so many different settings. It's worth spending a few hours enjoying every page!"
M Rizzoli (2020), 224 pp., ISBN-13: 978-0847868902
F List price: $65. Sells for less on Amazon.
AUTHOR: Laurelynn G. Martin
SUMMARY: Enjoy fresh java brewed from your own coffee beans or juice from the orange tree growing in a sunny corner of your living room.
REVIEW: "This is a great book on growing fruit indoors. If you're looking for a review of edible plants you could grow indoors, this is a nice place to start. You definitely get enough info to assess the pros and cons of each plant and to know if it's a good fit for your indoor environment."
A Storey Publishing (2010), 160 pp., ISBN-13: 978-1603425773
B List price: $17.32. Sells for less on Amazon.
AUTHOR: A. K. Krump
SUMMARY: Humans aren't the only "surf dogs." Surfers' four-legged friends love water too, and many even like catching waves.
REVIEW: "Teach your dog how to rip with personal stories, lessons, advice, movies, gear and surfwear, everything a surfdog needs." --SURFING Magazine K E "You're going to howl from cover to cover and be talking about this book...for months." --The Maui Weekly
M TCB Cafe Publishing (2018), 128 pp., ISBN-13: 978-0967489872
F List price: $14.95. Sells for way less on Amazon.
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