In this new collection, Peg Meier explores the themes of childhood?the bitter and the sweet. Thanks to Minnesotans who took the time to write, whether as children in the moment or as adults looking back, Meier unearthed a wealth of material on the subject, ranging from diary entries to reminiscences to newspaper columns, along with plenty of photographs.

"A beautiful photo book showcasing more than 50 heroic dogs "in uniform" and their stories, from photographer Liz Stavrinides and author John Schlimm. Extraordinary Dogs portrays more than fifty working dogs, along with the police officers, firefighters, veterans, and other trained volunteer handlers who serve side-by-side with them. Their moving stories and beautiful photographs are an unprecedented glimpse at Comfort Dogs and Search and Rescue Dogs,...

A collection of the best stories about Christmas and the holiday season. Stories are funny, inspirational, poignant; some are religious, but most are non-denominational. Appropriate for adults but can be shared with children, as all stories are "Santa-safe."

In his final book of essays--completed just weeks before he died--self-described "contrary farmer" Gene Logsdon addresses the next generation of small-scale "garden farmers" seeking a better way of life.--COVER.

"Brent Olson will make you laugh. With nearly 1,000 published articles, his sense of humor resonates with anyone who has a connection to the land, or even those who feel the lack of just such a connection. However, underneath the tales of psychotic pets and quirky neighbors there lurks a vast impatience, a sense of urgency that we need to get this right - that for the sake of our children and grandchildren the times require our best efforts and free...