Small Garden

Lilian Girvan has been a single mother for three years - ever since her husband died in a car accident. One mental breakdown and some random suicidal thoughts later, she's just starting to get the hang of this widow thing. She can now get her two girls to school, show up to work, and watch TV like a pro. The only problem is she's becoming overwhelmed with being underwhelmed.

Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family's food on just a quarter acre - and earn $10,000 in cash annually while spending less than half the time that an ordinary job would require.

Steven Kotler was 40 years old, single, and facing an existential crisis when he met Lila, a woman devoted to animal rescue. "Love me, love my dogs" was her rule, and Steven took it to heart. Spurred to move by a housing crisis in Los Angeles, Steven, Lila, and their eight dogs - then 10, then 20, and then they lost count - bought a postage-stamp-size farm in Chimayo, New Mexico....

Mischief and vandalism escalate, putting lives at risk. Is the sabotage linked to Sue or the town’s founder? As the stakes rise with each incident, often forcing the closure of Sue’s new garden shop in the town founder’s historic log cabin, she can’t imagine the reason. Even after the health department blames the taffies sold at Butterflies and Blooms for the recent foodborne illness in Aspen Notch, Sue feels certain that someone has orchestrated a scheme to close her business permanently. But why? The Garden Shop Mystery is a cozy mystery that combines an engaging whodunnit with ...

Discover the underdog story of the improbable rise of small-batch distilling in America. This bracingly written, fast-paced work traces the relationship of Americans to spirits such as bourbon, scotch, vodka, gin, and rum. And it presents the full story of a plucky band of entrepreneurs who disrupted the nation's conception of how those libations could appear and taste - and how much they could cost.

Compact Farms is a guide for anyone dreaming of starting, expanding, or perfecting a profitable farming enterprise on five acres or less. The farm plans explain how to harness an area's water supply, orientation, and geography in order to maximize efficiency and productivity while minimizing effort. Profiles of well-known farmers such as Eliot Coleman and Jean-Martin Fortier show that farming on a small scale in any region, in both urban and rural settings, can provide enough income to turn the endeavor from hobby to career.

When a hunter approaches an unattended fire, he sees a hand sticking out of the ground. There's a bracelet around her wrist, adorned with a rose charm. A decade has since passed, and to this day, her identity remains unknown. Dean Steele has spent most of his life in the service of something greater. From serving his country in the military to bringing justice to the evildoers in this world. When a plot is found containing multiple graves, each holding the body of a young woman wearing a bracelet adorned with a unique flower. The case bears resemblance to a Rose Doe case from a decade ago. ...

From Porch to Plate, Grow Organic, Save Dynamic Unlock the unique secrets to bountiful harvests in the most compact spaces with 'Small Space Garden, Huge Harvest'! This dynamic guide is your key to converting small areas into flourishing gardens with fresh produce. Here's a glimpse of what you'll uncover inside: Maximize Your Space: Learn ingenious techniques for vertical gardening, container gardening, and more, making the most of every inch. Grow Anywhere: This book shows you how to cultivate a variety of plants, vegetables, and herbs in any small space, whether you have a balcony, patio,...

***If you loved A Promised Tomorrow (available for free on Amazon), grab the rest of the series featuring five #1 best-sellers in this special boxed set.*** The Yoder Family Saga follows widow Miriam Yoder and her four unmarried daughters, Megan, Rebecca, Josephine, and Lillian, as they discover God’s plans for them and the hope He provides for a happy tomorrow. Peace for Yesterday Rebecca Yoder is twenty-years-old and fears she might be single forever. At one point, she was on the verge of being engaged to a handsome young man in town. Then things went sour, leaving Rebecca to wonder ...

Sometimes hope blooms in the most unexpected places. Rock-bottom has a name for Rebecca Chastain, and it’s Dahlia, South Carolina. Once a celebrated big-city journalist with a promising future, Rebecca now finds herself shattered—jobless, abandoned by her fiancé, and haunted by her own desperate attempt to escape it all. The small-town newspaper job in her granny’s hometown isn’t just a step down but a humiliating reminder of everything she’s tried to outrun. If not for reconnecting with her childhood friend, Josh, she’d already be gone.

***If you loved Sarah (The Amish of Morrissey County Prequel) (available for free on Amazon) by #1 best-selling author Sylvia Price, grab the rest of the series featuring five full-length novels in this special boxed set.*** Welcome to Morrissey County! This fictional region in Pennsylvania Amish country is home to several generations of strong-willed Amish women who know what they want in life, even if others disagree. Join these women on their search for love and acceptance. Sadie Sadie Renno has never liked being Amish. Aaron Miller, one of the town's most devout Amish community members,...

Featuring many of the beloved characters from Sylvia Price’s bestseller, The Christmas Arrival, as well as a new cast of characters, Amish Love Through the Seasons centers around a group of teenagers as they find friendship, love, and hope in the midst of trials. ***This special boxed set includes the entire series, plus a bonus companion story, “Hope for Hannah’s Love.”*** Tragedy strikes a small Amish community outside of Erie, Pennsylvania when Isaiah Fisher, a widower and father of three, is involved in a serious accident. When his family is left scrambling to pick up the pieces...

Delve into the magical, unforgettable world of James Herriot, the world's most beloved veterinarian, and his menagerie of heartwarming, funny, and tragic animal patients. For 50 years, generations of readers have flocked to Herriot's marvelous tales, deep love of life, and extraordinary storytelling abilities. For decades, Herriot roamed the remote, beautiful Yorkshire Dales, treating every patient that came his way from smallest to largest, and observing animals and humans alike with his keen, loving eye.

A light, cozy mystery series in a quaint Bavarian Christmas town with a fun loving, amateur female sleuth, her adorable rescue cocker spaniel, and enough garden gnomes to fill a museum. Book 1 - Deck the Santa Chloe Carson is excited for her long-awaited family reunion. But as they gather in a snow-clad village to plan their aging mother’s dream of opening a restaurant, the old lady’s habit of spreading garden gnomes around town leads to a panicked pilgrimage. And the mayhem continues when their visit to the nutcracker museum reveals Kris Kringle has come to an unmerry demise. With a ...

Ground Cherry Gold: A Unique Fruit for Small Gardens Looking to grow something truly special in your backyard garden? Ground Cherry Gold is your ultimate guide to cultivating one of gardening’s best-kept secrets—ground cherries. These sweet, citrusy fruits wrapped in paper-like husks are easy to grow, highly productive, and perfect for small spaces. Inside this practical guide, you’ll learn how to: Start ground cherries from seed and transplant them successfully Choose the best varieties for your climate and space Care for your plants through flowering, fruiting, and harvest Solve ...

Tired of bland store-bought mushrooms? Imagine harvesting your own gourmet oysters, shiitakes, and lion’s mane—right from your apartment, balcony, or basement! In Mushroom Farming in Small Spaces, Theodore Shroom (a.k.a. your fungi-obsessed friend) breaks down everything you need to start growing mushrooms cheaply, easily, and sustainably. No fancy equipment or green thumb required!

Emma Collins thought moving to the quiet mountain town of Elderberry Ridge would give her the fresh start she desperately needs. After her beloved school garden program was bulldozed without warning, leaving her students heartbroken and her confidence in ruins, she's determined to play it safe in her new teaching job. No ambitious projects. No getting too attached. Just simple classroom lessons and a quiet life in the charming cottage she's renting. Her plan for anonymity crashes spectacularly when she charges out at dawn in coffee mug pajamas, wielding a broom at what she assumes is an ...

Want to Grow Your Own Vegetables Without Wasting Time, Money, or Your Sanity? Keep Reading… Feeling overwhelmed by complicated garden advice and YouTube rabbit holes? Tired of spending money on seedlings, soil, and supplies—only to harvest disappointment? Dream of walking outside and picking fresh produce, but don’t know where to start? You’re not alone. Most gardening books assume you’ve got acres of land, tons of free time, or a green thumb. Vegetable Gardening Simplified was created for the rest of us—everyday people who want practical, affordable steps to grow food right ...

Discover the joy of container gardening with this comprehensive guide. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, this book will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create a thriving container garden in any space. From selecting the right containers and understanding soil mixtures to choosing suitable plants and mastering watering techniques, each chapter is packed with practical advice and step-by-step instructions. Learn how to arrange your plants for maximum aesthetic appeal, harvest your fruits and vegetables at the perfect moment for peak flavor, and ...

Grow a Butterfly & Bee-Friendly Garden in a Small Space By Grant Meadow Want to attract pollinators and boost your garden’s health—even without a big backyard? Grow a Butterfly & Bee-Friendly Garden in a Small Space is the perfect guide for transforming patios, balconies, or tiny plots into buzzing havens of life. Whether you’re working with a container garden or a raised bed, this book shows you how to make the most of what you have and welcome pollinators with open arms (and open blooms). Inside, you'll discover: The top nectar-rich plants for small-space gardens How to design ...