Be Dazzled

Author : Ryan La Sala
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-05
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781492682707

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Be Dazzled by Ryan La Sala Pdf

Project Runway goes to Comic Con in an epic queer love story from the author of Reverie about creativity, passion, and finding the courage to be your most authentic self. Raffy has a passion for bedazzling. Not just bedazzling, but sewing, stitching, draping, pattern making—for creation. He's always chosen his art over everything—and everyone— else and is determined to make his mark at this year's biggest cosplay competition. If he can wow there, it could lead to sponsorship, then art school, and finally earning real respect for his work. There's only one small problem... Raffy's ex-boyfriend, Luca, is his main competition. Raffy tried to make it work with Luca. They almost made the perfect team last year after serendipitously meeting in the rhinestone aisle at the local craft store—or at least Raffy thought they did. But Luca's insecurities and Raffy's insistence on crafting perfection caused their relationship to crash and burn. Now, Raffy is after the perfect comeback, one that Luca can't ruin. But when Raffy is forced to partner with Luca on his most ambitious build yet, he'll have to juggle unresolved feelings for the boy who broke his heart, and his own intense self-doubt, to get everything he's ever wanted: choosing his art, his way. Praise for Reverie: B&N's YA Book Club Pick * Walmart Buzz Pick * Indie Next Pick * Book of the Month Club YA Box "This outstanding debut novel will light readers' imaginations on fire...Imaginative, bold, and full of queer representation, this is a must-purchase for YA collections."—School Library Journal *STARRED REVIEW* "This fantasy offers readers something wonderfully new and engaging...a gem of a novel that is as affirming as it is entertaining."—The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The story's many LGBTQ characters are prominently represented and powerfully nuanced."—Publishers Weekly "A darkly imagined, riveting fantasy... thrilling."—Shelf Awareness "Joyously, riotously queer... The themes of creating one's own reality and fighting against the rules imposed by the world you're born into will ring powerfully true for many young readers."—Kirkus Reviews

Author : Michael Pick
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-16
Category : Art
ISBN : 0983388938

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Be Dazzled! by Michael Pick Pdf

The first illustrated monograph on Norman Hartnell, containing original drawings never before published.

Author : Peter Forbes
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2011-11-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780300178968

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Dazzled and Deceived by Peter Forbes Pdf

Nature has perfected the art of deception. Thousands of creatures all over the world - including butterflies, moths, fish, birds, insects and snakes - have honed and practised camouflage over hundreds of millions of years. Imitating other animals or their surroundings, nature's fakers use mimicry to protect themselves, to attract and repel, to bluff and warn, to forage and to hide. The advantages of mimicry are obvious - but how does 'blind' nature do it? And how has humanity learnt to profit from nature's ploys? "Dazzled and Deceived" tells the unique and fascinating story of mimicry and camouflage in science, art, warfare and the natural world. Discovered in the 1850s by the young English naturalists Henry Walter Bates and Alfred Russel Wallace in the Amazonian rainforest, the phenomenon of mimicry was seized upon as the first independent validation of Darwin's theory of natural selection. But mimicry and camouflage also created a huge impact outside the laboratory walls. Peter Forbes' cultural history links mimicry and camouflage to art, literature, military tactics and medical cures across the twentieth century, and charts its intricate involvement with the dispute between evolution and creationism.

Author : Ryan La Sala
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 303 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-03
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781492682677

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Reverie by Ryan La Sala Pdf

A B&N's YA Book Club Pick * Walmart Buzz Pick * Indie Next Pick * Book of the Month Club YA Box A "joyously, riotously queer" (Kirkus) young adult fantasy from debut author Ryan La Sala, Reverie is a wildly imaginative story about dreams becoming reality, perfect for fans of Adam Silvera and Laini Taylor. A few weeks ago, Kane Montgomery was in an accident that robbed him of his memory. The only thing he knows for certain is that the police found him half-dead in the river. The world as he knows it feels different—reality seems different. And when strange things start happening around him, Kane isn't sure where to turn. And then three of his classmates show up, claiming to be his friends and the only people who can tell him what's truly going on. Kane doesn't know what to believe or who he can trust. But as he and the others are dragged into increasingly fantastical dream worlds drawn from imagination, it becomes clear that there is dark magic at work. Nothing in Kane's life is an accident, and only he can keep the world itself from unraveling. Reverie is an intricate and compelling LGBT young adult book about the secret worlds we hide within ourselves and what happens when they become real. Praise for Reverie: "This outstanding debut novel will light readers' imaginations on fire...Imaginative, bold, and full of queer representation, this is a must-purchase for YA collections."—School Library Journal *STARRED REVIEW* "This fantasy offers readers something wonderfully new and engaging...a gem of a novel that is as affirming as it is entertaining."—The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The story's many LGBTQ characters are prominently represented and powerfully nuanced."—Publishers Weekly "A darkly imagined, riveting fantasy... thrilling."—Shelf Awareness "Joyously, riotously queer... The themes of creating one's own reality and fighting against the rules imposed by the world you're born into will ring powerfully true for many young readers."—Kirkus Reviews

Author : Rachel Burke
Publisher : Hardie Grant
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2018-09-18
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1743794150

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Be Dazzling by Rachel Burke Pdf

You're one glittery pompom away from having a better day! Inject some color and fun into your life with Rachel Burke's super-cute craft projects. Rachel, of Daphne and Daisy fame, is regularly asked how she makes her amazing bespoke fashions. Here she teaches you how to do it all: flowers, sequins, tinsel, glitter, pompoms and bedazzling galore! These projects are easy, too, with no sewing or knitting skills required. Teaching you how to achieve maximum cuteness for minimum effort, Be Dazzling brings a welcome splash of razzle-dazzle to daily life. Chapters are: * Gems (e.g. party socks, bedazzled collars) * Tinsel (e.g. the golden shrug, rainbow jacket) * Lovely legs (e.g. confetti tights, flower tights) * Pomspiration (e.g. tote bag, necklace, party earrings) * Flower power (e.g. headphones, flower crown, brooch) More than half of the projects are exclusive to the book (both brand new items and new designs).

Author : Gail Bird,Heard Museum
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Design
ISBN : UOM:39015051924010

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Be Dazzled! by Gail Bird,Heard Museum Pdf

This three volume slipcased edition presents "the best" of the Heard Museum's Native American collections.

Author : Lynn Margulis,Dorion Sagan
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2007-08-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781603581363

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Dazzle Gradually by Lynn Margulis,Dorion Sagan Pdf

At the crossroads of philosophy and science, the sometimes-dry topics of evolution and ecology come alive in this new collection of essays--many never before anthologized. Learn how technology may be a sort of second nature, how the systemic human fungus Candida albicans can lead to cravings for carrot cake and beer, how the presence of life may be why there's water on Earth, and many other fascinating facts. The essay "Metametazoa" presents perspectives on biology in a philosophical context, demonstrating how the intellectual librarian, pornographer, and political agitator Georges Bataille was influenced by Russian mineralogist Vladimir Vernadsky and how this led to his notion of the absence of meaning in the face of the sun--which later influenced Jacques Derrida, thereby establishing a causal chain of influence from the hard sciences to topics as abstract as deconstruction and post-modernism. In "Spirochetes Awake" the bizarre connection between syphilis and genius in the life of Friedrich Nietzsche is traced. The astonishing similarities of the Acquired-Immune-Deficiency-Syndrome symptoms with those of chronic spirochete infection, it is argued, contrast sharply with the lack of evidence that "HIV is the cause of AIDS". Throughout these readings we are dazzled by the intimacy and necessity of relationships between us and our other planetmates. In our ignorance as "civilized" people we dismiss, disdain, and deny our kinship with the only productive life forms that sustain this living planet.

Author : George Beahm
Publisher : Aurum
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-21
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781781313459

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Bedazzled by George Beahm Pdf

"Bedazzled" is a fan's delight, the definitive compendium exploring every aspect of the "Twilight" phenomenon. Veteran author George Beahm delivers a guidebook to the four-novel series that is the ideal supplement to Meyer's "Twilight" saga. Jam-packed with new and reprinted material, "Bedazzled" serves up a wealth of information about the fastest-selling author of our time and her mega-franchise that shows no signs of diminishing. Drawing on five years of extensive research and illustrated with more than 50 photographs, "Bedazzled" takes the reader on a guided tour of all things "Twilight, " including an in-depth profile of Meyer's personal and professional life, a look behind the scenes of the two "Twilight" movies, and tips on where to find "Twilight" movie outtakes as well as where to buy signed "Twilight" books and signed photos of the movie stars. Also included are candid photographs of and information on teen heartthrob, Robert Pattinson.

Author : Forrest Lee Mitchell,James Lasswell
Publisher : Texas A&M University Press
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1585444596

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A Dazzle Of Dragonflies by Forrest Lee Mitchell,James Lasswell Pdf

This is a passionate look at a ubiquitous group of insects.

Author : Maxine Nunes
Publisher : Five Star Trade
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Actresses
ISBN : 1432827308

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Dazzled by Maxine Nunes Pdf

When her best friend goes missing at the same time four murders occur during a brutal Los Angeles heat wave, shattered sometime-actress Nikki Easton is compelled to uncover corruption between Hollywood and the highest levels of government.

Author : Koichi Sato
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 46 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1998-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 048640031X

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Dazzling Designs by Koichi Sato Pdf

Outrageously complex patterns appear in this fascinating collection of 30 intriguing drawings, rich in interlocking shapes that form optical illusions.

Author : Jacob Rodenburg
Publisher : New Society Publishers
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781771423618

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The Book of Nature Connection by Jacob Rodenburg Pdf

Unplug from technology and "plug in" to nature through the wonder of your senses. The Book of Nature Connection is packed with fun activities for using all our senses to engage with nature in a deep and nourishing way. From "extenda-ears" and acorn whistles to bird calls, camouflage games, and scent scavenger hunts, enjoy over 70 diverse, engaging, sensory activities for all ages that promote mindfulness and nature connection. With activities grouped by the main senses – hearing, sight, smell, touch, and taste – plus sensory walks and group games, The Book of Nature Connection is both a powerful learning tool kit and the cure for sensory anesthesia brought on by screen time and lives lived indoors. Whisper in birds, be dazzled by nature's kaleidoscope of colors, taste the freshness of each season, learn to savor the scented world of evergreens, hug a tree and feel the bark against your cheek. Spending time in nature with all senses tuned and primed helps us feel like we belong to the natural world – and in belonging, we come to feel more connected, nourished, and alive. Ideal for educators, camp and youth leaders, caregivers and parents, and anyone looking to reconnect and become a nature sommelier! AWARDS GOLD | 2023 Nautilus Book Awards | Special Honors: Educational Guidebooks SILVER | 2023 IPPY Awards: Nature SILVER | 35th IBPA Benjamin Franklin Book Awards: Nature & Environment

Author : Nancy Silcox
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Labrador retriever
ISBN : 1460010469

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I Love Labs by Nancy Silcox Pdf

Author : Amanda Nisbet
Publisher : Harry N. Abrams
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-15
Category : Design
ISBN : 1584799889

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Dazzling Design by Amanda Nisbet Pdf

In this, her first book, Amanda Nisbet turns her attention to the details that make up her vibrant rooms. The book is divided into six sections; Bold Beginnings, Pattern Play, The Magic of the Mix, High Punch Colour, Terrific Texture, and Soothing Style. Also includes a section on rules to be broken and an extensive resource guide.

Author : Tanya Tagaq
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2018-09-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780143198048

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Split Tooth by Tanya Tagaq Pdf

Longlisted for the 2018 Scotiabank Giller Prize Shortlisted for the 2019 Amazon First Novel Award Shortlisted for the 2019 Kobo Emerging Writer Prize Winner of the 2019 Indigenous Voices Award for Published Prose in English Winner of the 2018 Alcuin Society Awards for Excellence in Book Design – Prose Fiction Longlisted for the 2019 Sunburst Award From the internationally acclaimed Inuit throat singer who has dazzled and enthralled the world with music it had never heard before, a fierce, tender, heartbreaking story unlike anything you've ever read. Fact can be as strange as fiction. It can also be as dark, as violent, as rapturous. In the end, there may be no difference between them. A girl grows up in Nunavut in the 1970s. She knows joy, and friendship, and parents' love. She knows boredom, and listlessness, and bullying. She knows the tedium of the everyday world, and the raw, amoral power of the ice and sky, the seductive energy of the animal world. She knows the ravages of alcohol, and violence at the hands of those she should be able to trust. She sees the spirits that surround her, and the immense power that dwarfs all of us. When she becomes pregnant, she must navigate all this. Veering back and forth between the grittiest features of a small arctic town, the electrifying proximity of the world of animals, and ravishing world of myth, Tanya Tagaq explores a world where the distinctions between good and evil, animal and human, victim and transgressor, real and imagined lose their meaning, but the guiding power of love remains. Haunting, brooding, exhilarating, and tender all at once, Tagaq moves effortlessly between fiction and memoir, myth and reality, poetry and prose, and conjures a world and a heroine readers will never forget.