First Garden

From the Booker Prize winner and national bestselling author, reflections on gardening, art, literature, and life Penelope Lively takes up her key themes of time and memory, and her lifelong passions for art, literature, and gardening in this philosophical and poetic memoir. From the courtyards...

Ten years ago, they were childhood sweethearts with dreams as vast as the Seoul skyline. Now, Ji-ho, a cold, high-powered architect, and Seo-yeon, a soulful florist fighting to save her heritage shop, find themselves on opposite sides of a billion-won redevelopment project. In this sweeping romantic drama, a "contract of necessity" forces two former lovers into a high-stakes game of professional ambition and private longing. As the winter sleet turns to the first blossoms of spring, Ji-ho must decide if he will follow his blueprints for success or the sketches of his heart. From the tense ...

"A perfect storm of thrilling suspense and intricate plot twists that will leave readers breathless!” --Nancy Mehl, author of the Ryland & St. Clair series On a remote Outer Banks island, a serial killer collects his prized specimens. And to stop him, an FBI agent must confront his own twisted...

It's time to level the playing field! You are accustomed to being the first - the first to go to college, the first to start a business. You often enter rooms where no one else looks like you. You're a trailblazer on a mission to create a new legacy for your family. And yet, despite your success, you still work too hard for too little cash. In Profit First for Minority Business Enterprises, Susanne Mariga, CPA, shows you how to implement the proven Profit First cash-management system that has lifted thousands of entrepreneurs out of the struggle and into success.

In this gardening competition, some will win a prize while others get pruned… When amateur sleuth Lena Larsen agrees to host New Oslo's prestigious garden show at her Victorian home, she expects competition to be fierce. She doesn't expect it to be fatal. But after a renowned delphinium breeder is found dead among the prize-winning blooms, Lena finds herself cultivating suspects instead of flowers. With her grandmother's ghost offering commentary from the sidelines (that only Lena can hear), her best friend Charlie serving up local gossip with the tea, and a handsome sheriff who's learned...

Grow food with confidence —without digging, tilling, or overspending. Whether you have a stubborn lawn, poor soil, a small backyard, or only a patio, The First-Time Organic Gardener gives you a practical, low-cost path to a productive organic garden. Emmett Alder’s friendly, step-by-step guidance helps you build healthy soil, grow more with less work, and begin harvesting food you are proud to share.

We have all heard of Eve, the very first woman who was created in God's own image. She lived in a beautiful garden, the Garden of Eden, and she was married to the first man, Adam. Remember her? She lived a perfect life in an idyllic setting. Unfortunately, it didn't last long. Join Shirley Corder as she draws Eve out of the shadow of the garden and shows her as a real flesh-and-blood woman. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your situation, or faced seemingly impossible challenges, you will identify with this woman who had no mother, sister, or even female friend. Written in creative non-...

🌱 Grow Your Food. Heal Your Family. Secure Your Future. 🌱 In uncertain times, self-reliance is your greatest asset. Are you prepared to provide for your family when the grocery store shelves are empty? Do you want natural alternatives to over-the-counter medications? Whether you're facing emergencies, living off the grid, or simply want to live cleaner and closer to nature—this is the survival guide you’ve been waiting for. The Essential Handbook for Preppers and Survivalists is your all-in-one blueprint to growing your own sustainable food and creating powerful, natural remedies...

A fantastic audio collection of hilarious stories about the bear from Peru, performed by Julie Walters, based on the Emmy award-winning TV series – The Adventures of Paddington. Join everyone’s favourite marmalade-loving bear as he tries to tackle household chores, takes part in the Brown...

Maeve Callen distils years of experience and research into a simple yet comprehensive guide for newcomers. Instead of drowning you in endless options, she focuses on the essentials every first-time owner should have in place before their cat sets paw inside the home. From the security of a reliable carrier to the comfort of a safe bed, from the importance of quality nutrition to the peace of mind that comes with microchipping, each chapter explains not just what you need, but why it matters and how it shapes your cat’s life.

The full inside story of the high-stakes, global race for the lifesaving vaccine to end the pandemic Heroic science. Chaotic politics. Billionaire entrepreneurs. Award-winning journalist Brendan Borrell brings the defining story of our times alive through compulsively readable, first-time...

In this garden club, the competition is killer. Delia Norris hoped Magnolia Grove's prestigious garden club would help her plant new roots after her divorce. Instead, when the club president drops dead at the annual garden party, Delia finds herself surrounded by suspects with secrets to bury. A bitter rival. A nervous treasurer. A ruined landscaper. An estranged stepdaughter. Everyone has something to hide — and everyone has a motive. With her sharp eye for detail and Captain, her opinionated African gray parrot, offering commentary at the worst possible moments, Delia digs beneath ...

Iris Doyle has kept her community garden plot for nine years, the last of them now alone. This is the first spring since her wife June died that she has to face the dirt by herself, and she almost let the plot go rather than do it. Then the plot next door gets a new gardener, a professional landscaper named Jo who can grade an entire parking lot but cannot keep a tomato seedling alive. Teaching Jo the basics turns into a Saturday habit neither of them expected, and slowly, carefully, into something more. Iris is not sure she is allowed to want this. Falling for someone new feels like a ...

Perfect for classroom read-alouds and bedtime stories for ages 6-9! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya in their newest adventure as they discover that May 9th holds not just one, but FIVE special celebrations! When Tommy appears wearing mismatched socks and Maya arrives with exciting news, the three friends embark on a day filled with learning, laughter, and discovery. From butterfly releases at the botanical garden to alphabet magnet creativity, lost sock memorials, butterscotch brownie baking, and the perfect sleepover - this educational story weaves together ...

A complete, step-by-step manual for safely sheltering-in-place at home so you are prepared for any disaster or disease. If a disaster forces you to shelter in place, do you think you have everything you need to safely and comfortably stay put in your home? If the answer is no, The Disaster-Ready...

The Nature Writing Essentials Collection gathers fourteen works of wilderness reflection, natural history, travel, memoir, and literary observation.

In Juniper Springs, the line between bitter enemies and true love is just a crumbling stone wall in this swoony rivals to lovers rom-com. CHLOE I operate on intuition, overgrown wildflowers, and a desperate need to prove my practical family wrong. Turning the ruined Everhart Estate into a luxury wedding venue is my one chance to show I’m more than just a bohemian flake. But my biggest obstacle isn't the town's terrifying historical society. It's the infuriatingly handsome, rigid botanist next door. Liam Sterling treats his pristine commercial nursery like a science lab. He hates my messy ...

Embark on a transformative journey with your go-to guide for turning the dream of building your home into a reality. Whether you're a first-time builder or an experienced DIY enthusiast, this comprehensive book is your indispensable companion through every phase of the construction process.

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 ...

✔ Learn everything you need to know to start your colony! Wouldn’t it be great to raise your bees, have a fresh supply of honey, and bring thousands of healthy pollinators into your yard? BEEKEEPING FOR BEGINNERS will teach any beginner how to foster and maintain healthy, vibrant colonies. You’ll learn how to set up a settlement and attract bees, how to incorporate best practices and techniques for keeping colonies healthy, and how to troubleshoot and treat a broad range of common hive issues. Along the way, you’ll learn how to harvest your honey and keep your bees healthy and happy...