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Epic Earth

Emma — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Hold on tight for a bold and epically fascinating journey through time packed with bizarre creatures, jaw-dropping facts, and all the chaotic drama Earth has to offer.Known for turning TikTok and YouTube into her own digital science classroom, viral content creator Lindsay Nikole brings her signature energy and storytelling to Epic Earth?a book that transforms 4.6 billion years of history?from the Precambrian era to the present?into an unforgettable adventure.This is the story of Earth like you’ve never seen it before?from the first spark of life to prehistoric monsters to the rise of humans…and all the weird stuff in between. This book takes you through every era of the Earth’s history.Meet some prehistoric creatures too weird for Hollywood:Opabinia – a five-eyed, backward-facing, vacuum-nozzle-mouthed oddball that looks like it lost a bet with evolutionAnomalocaris – a giant ocean predator with sideways-facing claws (basically nightmare shrimp)Aegirocassis – a filter-feeding sea giant Lindsay calls “absolutely grotesque”Titanoboa - the largest snake to ever exist (yes, it could eat you)Smilodon - the legendary saber-toothed cat with a bite far scarier than its Instagram profile would suggestPlus: ancient sharks, giant bugs, and way too many creatures with way too many teethIn Epic Earth, you’ll uncover:The chaotic early days of Earth (volcanoes, meteors, and non-stop disaster)Paleozoic oceans teeming with alien-like lifeThe rise and fall of dinosaurs (plus some you’ve never heard of)Mass extinctions that hit like plot twistsIce Ages, megafauna, and why prehistoric animals were so extraHow life survived again and again ? and how we fit into the storyThe history of Earth is a wild ride. Let Lindsay Nikole be your guide.Perfect for:Fans of Lindsay Nikole’s TikToks, YouTube videos, and animal contentCurious readers ages 10 and upScience lovers, animal nerds, dino-obsessed kids (and adults)Classrooms, science teachers, and homeschool familiesAnyone who loves fun facts, wild creatures, and epic storytelling.

The complete language of birds

Emma — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Expand your bird knowledge with this gorgeous encyclopedia of nearly 400 bird species around the world, unique for its inclusion of both their physical and mythological characteristics.

If you’re a nature lover who thrives on bird videos and photography, go beyond the scope of standard field guides with this comprehensive reference. Each entry of The Complete Language of Birds provides not only the bird’s name and physical qualities, but also its history, symbolic meanings, and hidden properties from mythology, legends, and folklore.

Within the pages of this colorful volume, you’ll find:

Beautiful illustrations and descriptions of common and unusual birds
Notes on the surprising properties and powers of birds
Discussions of the symbolism and mythological significance of each bird species

Dive into an unusual dimension of historical and arcane knowledge with the study of birds. A collection of fun and interesting facts about birds gathered from science and culture, the stunning illustrations and lively descriptions make this an engaging guide you’ll return to again and again.

Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated, the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy references on a range of intriguing topics, including dream interpretation, techniques for harnessing the power of dreams, flower meanings, and the stories behind signs and symbols.

Also available in the series: Complete Book of Dreams, Complete Language of Flowers, Complete Language of Herbs, Signs & Symbols of the World, Complete Guide to Astrological Self-Care, and Complete Language of Food.

The Complete Language of Food

Emma — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Awaken both your inner foodie and your inner yogi as you journey into the consciousness of everyday foods, from their origins in myth to modern interpretations today.

Have you ever considered the cultural origins and meanings of your favorite foods? The Complete Language of Foodties ingredients back to mythological and folklore roots for a unique and appetizing exploration of the foods we eat.

Presented alphabetically, each food entry includes:

A beautiful illustration
concise summary of the food’s mythology and folklore
How the food is used in certain cultures and traditions
Correlations to chakras, elements, and deities

With everyday ingredients like acai, bok choy, and cauliflower, you’re bound to learn more than you ever imagined about your household favorites as you discover the symbolic meanings, uses, and facts behind each. The knowledge gained will bring new meaning and intention to your mealtime.

Some of the exciting lore behind certain foods will include:

Borage was a common motif in medieval needlework, especially in scarf designs where they were intended to be worn by knights as a symbol of courage
Archaeologists have found evidence of pickled cucumbers that date as far back to 2030 BCE (in northern regions of what is now Iraq)
Macedoine, a precursor to ice cream, is a type of jelly dessert that was served in snow and thought to be a favorite of Alexander the Great.
It was known that the ancient Greeks used honey in their skincare!

Also available in the series: Complete Book of Dreams, Complete Language of Flowers, Complete Language of Herbs, Signs & Symbols of the World, and Complete Guide to Astrological Self-Care.

The Complete Book of Dreams: A Guide to Unlocking the Meaning and Healing Power

Emma — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The Complete Book of Dreams offers holistic techniques to harness the healing potential of your sleep and dreams. Uniquely written as both a reference and guidebook, it features an abundance of information and insights that detail the health-promoting role of sleep and dreams. Within it, you’ll also find a wealth of simple exercises and practical know-how designed to take your sleep and dreams to the next level. In The Complete Book of Dreams, wellness consultant, teacher, and author Stephanie Gailing teaches you about sleep sanctification rituals, relaxation practices, flower essences, and other holistic approaches that will amplify your sense of well-being. To help you tap into the healing power of your dreams, you’ll discover a wide array of strategies to remember your dreams, as well as document and decode them. And if you want to help your children further connect to their sleep and dreams, you’ll find practices specifically designed for them. The book covers a spectrum of holistic topics to help you enhance your sleep and dreams, including: Sleep hygiene principlesRelaxation practices Herbs, essential oils, flower essences, and crystalsHow to transform your bedroom into a sleep sanctuaryTips for better dream recallWorking with a dream journalThe power of lucid dreamingHow to create a dream groupThe astrology-inspired practice of AstroDreamworkWisdom from the ancient dream templesAnd much more.The Complete Book of Dreams is a timeless resource that you and your family will refer to again and again. It not only captures the essence of why dreams have been celebrated throughout history as vessels of wisdom and healing, but it’s also an easy-to-use guide that will transform your well-being. Whether you keep it on your coffee table or nightstand, The Complete Book of Dreams will help you connect to your dream life. Elegantly designed and beautifully illustrated, the Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia series offers comprehensive, display-worthy references on a range of intriguing topics, including dream interpretation, techniques for harnessing the power of dreams, flower meanings, and the stories behind signs and symbols. Also available in the series: Complete Book of Birthdays, Complete Language of Flowers, Complete Book of Dreams, and Complete Guide to Astrological Self-Care.

In Focus Reiki

Emma — Thu, 09 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Join Reiki Master Des Hynes to learn the basics of this popular healing system and tap into your inner healer to reduce stress, depression, anxiety, and physical pain in yourself and others.

Included inside the back cover are seven beautifully illustrated guided meditation cards based on the five Reiki principles.

Combined from the Japanese words Rei, meaning “God’s wisdom, universal life, or higher power” and Ki, meaning “life force or energy,” Reiki is the healing practice of balancing our “universal life energy” around our bodies. Founded in the early twentieth century by Japanese Buddhist monk Mikao Usui with the underlying belief that our bodies have the natural ability to heal, Reiki transfers healing energy by using the placement of hands to blocked areas.

Within an accessible, elegant design, In Focus Reiki covers the full breadth of Reiki topics, including:

Shoden: The first degree of Reiki study
Okuden: The second degree of Reiki study
Self-healing and the 21-day cleanse
How to conduct a healing session on others
The five Reiki principles and further degrees
Chakras and channels
Angels and spirit guides in Reiki

The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.