Thursday, October 31, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-31-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

The Demon Signet
AN ANCIENT RELIC. A SECRET ORDER. AN INFERNAL HUNTER. AND FOUR FRIENDS ON THE BACK ROADS OF HELL...

When a plane on its way back from Canada has to make an emergency stop in the middle of the mountains of upstate New York, Heather, Ashley, Ian, and Marcus decide to make the drive to Maryland rather than wait for the plane to be repaired. All they want is to be home for Christmas.

Little do they know, however, that their rental car has come with a surprise, and that just living through another Christmas might be a miracle too big to hope for.

As an ancient puzzle is constructed along their path, and a blood-thirsty demon hunts them for what he believes is his, the four friends will find themselves caught in the midst of an age-long battle between Good and Evil, ultimately coming face to face with the darkness hidden deep within their own hearts.

5 star:(2)
4 star:(1)
3 star:(0)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(0)

[#2]

At a genetics lab where a revolutionary strain of corn is being developed, FBI Special Agent Jack Dawson's best friend and fellow agent is brutally murdered, his body torn apart.
 
Jack is convinced that Naomi Perrault, a beautiful geneticist and suspected terrorist, is behind the murder. But when Jack is framed for setting off a bomb that devastates the FBI lab in Quantico, Naomi becomes Jack's only hope of survival.
 
Confronted by the terrifying truth of what the genetically engineered seeds stolen by his friend are truly for and who is really behind them, Jack joins Naomi in a desperate fight across half the globe to save humanity from extermination.

5 star:(262)
4 star:(150)
3 star:(59)
2 star:(20)
1 star:(15)
 
[#39 - its been free before but I have not read it. Kind of far fetched premise. Might appeal more to the anti-GMO crowd.]
 
Back issue no. 94 contains: Tsunamis and “the experts”; Starting over again without a man; Self-reliance for women; Self-reliance is a mindset; A view of self-reliance from a more timid perspective; Girls growing up – movie reviews; Females and firearms; Make shade when the sun shines; Grid-tie solar powered farm; PVC pipe in the home, garden, farm, and workshop; Lifestyle and cancer; and Middle Eastern vegetarian delights. Plus, Jackie Clay answers questions about sourdough bread, breeding ducks, potatoes in containers, butchering pigs, crispy pickles, canning milk, preserving bread, growing lentils, smelly coffee grounds, loosening up clay soil, Brussels sprouts, and radish greens.

5 star:(16)
4 star:(2)
3 star:(0)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(0)
 
[#54 - I have read a couple other back issues of this magazine that I got for free. Good information on rural living, if a bit toward the tin foil hat side of things.]

How To Grow Beneficial Plants and Herbs at Home


I Believe Every Person On This Planet Can Grow an Amazing Garden With These Beneficial Plants and Herbs 

You could be just a few days away from enjoying your own organic homegrown herbs. Learn how to: 

Grow Beneficial Plants To Reduce Pest Problems and Increase Yields

Beneficial plants can help keep insects, fungus and other garden pests away from your plants while increasing your crop yields and soil fertility at the same time. And, you can reap all these benefits of growing beneficial plants without any pesticides, insecticides or artificial fertilizers! 

Grow Herbs Indoors All Year Round!

Even if you live in the frigid North where temperatures drop below zero in Winter, you can still have fresh herbs growing all year round with ease! Enjoy fresh home grown herbs and spices like basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, marjoram, lemongrass, ginger and much more! 

Grow Herbs In Windowsills and Window Gardening

Even if you only have a window sill to work with or just a small area by a window, you can build or buy a window garden to grow at least 20 food plants like common herbs, and bigger plants like tomatoes, lettuce and kale. 

You don't need fancy equipment or expensive gear to start an indoor garden - just a little bit of creativity and the plans and step by step instructions included in this book. 

How To Grow Herbs in Container Gardens Outside

You don't have to grow all your herbs inside - you can have a thriving outdoor garden in your backyard or in a container garden on your porch, balcony or rooftop. 

How To Start A Garden For Beginners

Whether you're a complete beginner or just want to learn more, this gardening guidebook will teach you everything you need to know to enjoy the fruits of your own special garden. Every section includes action steps, pictures and step by step tutorials so you will know what to do and how to do it to create your perfect garden. 

If you're looking for gardening books on kindle and you're ready to start an urban garden, this is the book for you! 

Ready to start gardening? Let's go! 

Want To Grow An Incredible Indoor Garden Like This? 

It doesn't take a lot of time, skill, energy or effort for you to enjoy all the amazing benefits of an indoor garden. All it takes is a little bit of love and the guidance provided in this book. 

[#75 - no reviews yet.]


Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-30-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

Nothing jumped out at me today

Free From Stackpole.
Stackpole puts a book or two up for free periodically.  I have read several of their free books. Some interesting stuff. Most of what I have seen is WWII German military history, with varying quality of translation, some other military history from lesser known units, along with some fishing and other outdoors oriented books.

Haunted Salem: Strange Phenomena in the Witch City (Haunted Series) [Kindle Edition]
Full story of historic witch hunts
Guide to haunted inns and historic houses
Curses, spells, and bewitchments
Accounts of magic, spell-casting, and witchlore
Ghost and burial superstitions
Profiles of publicly accessible places that have reports of haunting activity

[A single review - 5-stars.]

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-29-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

Foreign Enemies And Traitors (The Enemies Trilogy)
Foreign Enemies And Traitors" is set in the near future in an America that is creeping steadily toward socialist tyranny, in the midst of the second Great Depression. A year after earthquakes have devastated the Tennessee Valley, survivors are resisting demands by the federal government to relocate to FEMA refugee centers. United States National Guard units have proven ineffective at forcing these survivors out of the earthquake-damaged regions, due to their reluctance to employ deadly force against fellow Americans. As a result, the president has invited so-called foreign peacekeeping battalions to do the work of forcibly relocating the holdouts. The novel follows a small group of determined survivors in their resistance to the foreign enemies, and the American traitors who are their allies.

5 star:(141)
4 star:(7)
3 star:(2)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(0)

[#16]

The Ian Fleming Files: Operation Armada
OPERATION ARMADA MISSION BRIEF

June 14, 1940. Naval Intelligence operative Commander Ian Fleming a.k.a. '17F' is parachuted into occupied France with two million pounds in gold. His mission: to negotiate the purchase of sixty battleships from the renegade head of France's Navy, the mysterious and charismatic World War I legend Admiral Darlan. Fleming is assisted in his quest by the French Resistance led by the beautiful saboteur Denise Astier. Plans go awry and 17F is forced to improvise when German Army Group B, led by the sadistic General Bock, makes a run for Admiral Darlan's ships. Hitler needs France's battle-cruisers and destroyers to mount 'Operation Sealion,' his planned invasion of Great Britain. Ian Fleming has four days to get to Darlan before the French fleet is annihilated by the Royal Navy. With General Bock on his heels, and a traitor close to home, 17F finds himself in a race with the biggest stakes imaginable.

5 star:(90)
4 star:(18)
3 star:(7)
2 star:(6)
1 star:(9)

[#85]

Free From Stackpole.
Stackpole puts a book or two up for free periodically.  I have read several of their free books. Some interesting stuff. Most of what I have seen is WWII German military history, with varying quality of translation, some other military history from lesser known units, along with some fishing and other outdoors oriented books.

Guide to Trapping
Trapping has become somewhat of a lost art, but interest in the sport is as strong as ever thanks to a stable fur market and a growing need to control mammal populations or remove nuisance animals. In Guide to Trapping, Jim Spencer covers strategies for successfully harvesting popular species such as raccoon, muskrat, mink, otter, beaver, coyote, gray fox, red fox, bobcat, skunk, and opossum. His entertaining and informative writing will appeal to trappers of all levels. Spencer discusses trap styles and the basics of establishing and working a trapline, including techniques for fastening and adjusting traps and a species-by-species review of trapping tactics for the country s most pursued furbearers. The field-tested techniques, carefully explained and illustrated, will help trappers make sets that deliver maximum results.

5 star:(13)
4 star:(3)
3 star:(3)
2 star:(1)
1 star:(0)

More free Kindle Books 10-29-13

Centsless Books has listing of free Kindle books by genre. I was bored at lunchtime so I poked around here.

The Under Cover Gardening Guide
How to Grow and Enjoy Your Own Fresh Organic Vegetables and Fruits With Easy to Use Protective Garden Structures
Covers, Cloches, Poly Tunnels, Sun Frames and Greenhouses
Novice and experienced gardeners both can add months of gardening pleasure with a little under cover gardening know-how.

Discover how to create and use protective garden structures and plant covers to extend your growing season, and get more enjoyment from your fresh organic vegetables, herbs and fruits. Start your plants earlier in spring, and extend your harvest well into cold fall and even winter weather with protective garden structures.

The author, an experienced gardener, gives many practical solutions for the modern home gardener, and covers topics such as; wind, rain, and freezing temperatures, with most all of her approaches being easy to apply, and inexpensive as well. Find out about the types of permanent garden structures, small portable greenhouses and a variety of temporary plant covers to protect your plants from frost, wind, disease and even predators.

Just a Sample Of What You’ll Find in This Compact 44 Page Book:
Temporary Protective Plant Covers
Poly Tunnels
How to Make a Portable Cloche
Cold Frames and Hot Beds
Comprehensive Greenhouse Guide
˃˃˃ From Simple Covers to Permanent Garden Structures
From simple homemade cloches that cover a single plant to a detailed section on the ultimate gardening structure - the backyard greenhouse, you’ll find the exact best methods to suit your needs, and to protect and nurture your plants. Complete directions to easily and inexpensively build your own simple cloches, hoop tunnels and cold frames are included.

˃˃˃ Want a Greenhouse in your Yard?
The resource section of "The Under Cover Gardening Guide"includes handy links to several downloadable plans for building your own cold frame or greenhouse


5 star:(5)
4 star:(1)
3 star:(0)
2 star:(1)
1 star:(0)

Pistolsmithing Made Easy
Pistolsmithing Made Easy is an excellent source for those looking to understand the art of making firearms. This incredible book contains detailed diagrams and photos to help guide you through the smithing process. It covers every part of the process, from working with metal to decorating the gun after completion. It also gives you tips on how to repair a broken pistol and troubleshoot common problems.

[A single 3-star review complains there is no index or TOC.]

Modern Paleo Book 2: An Athletic Approach To The Paleo Diet
Eating natural, unprocessed foods is the best way to boost your immune system and apply efficient sustenance to your organs, tissue and muscles. Feeding your body exactly what it needs to work optimally is the sole goal of the Paleo Diet. When it is practised accordingly, the results are tremendous.

Even when athletes must supplement the diet with foods that are not approved regularly, it is only for the greater good of the body to promote natural healing after a strenuous training program or event. The naturalness of it all leaves nothing to be desired. With this diet you are consuming everything your body was made to process naturally. Allowing you to work out while maintaining your edge.


5 star:(1)
4 star:(1)
3 star:(1)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(0)

Monday, October 28, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-28-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

THE SEAL (Rosicrucian Quartet)
A Bestseller in Historical Fiction and the winner of Dymocks Critics Choice Awards, this book was translated into four languages and is a must for history buffs and Templar fans.

It is the year 1307 and the ancient Order of the Knights of Christ and the Temple of Solomon is in grave danger. The King of France and Pope Clement V are plotting its destruction and scheming to appropriate the Order's most sacred relic.  Etienne de Congost, a battle-weary but incorruptible man is ordered to flee with it, dodging plots and papal spies in a life and death struggle to keep its secret from evil hands. The outcome of Etienne's desperate journey is discovered 700 years later by a writer who visits Lockenhaus Castle in Austria to research a book on the Templars. Together with an eccentric local woman he begins to untangle the web of destiny that binds them both to the mystery of the Seal.

5 star:(20)
4 star:(10)
3 star:(7)
2 star:(7)
1 star:(3)

[#2 - its been free before but I have yet to read it.]

The 30 Minute Atkins Diet Expert: How To Drop Pounds and Keep Them Off
If you decide to give the New Atkins a trial, you will lose your taste for empty calories and useless carbohydrates that may have sabotaged your efforts in the past to lose weight and keep it off.

It is a diet in four acts or stages; Induction, Ongoing Weight loss, Pre-maintenance and Lifestyle Maintenance. Each of the four stages prepares you for the next level.

In reality, the New Atkins seeks to provide you with a template for a lifetime of healthy eating. In this sense it is not just another diet and becomes more of a lifestyle.

The original high protein, low carbohydrate diet drew the ire of health professionals, and, at the same time, garnered legions of fans across the globe.  Dr. Atkins is credited with refining and popularizing the low carbohydrate approach to a lifetime of successful weight control and healthy eating.

5 star:(5)
4 star:(0)
3 star:(1)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(0)

[#88]


Sunday, October 27, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-27-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

Adopting The Minimalist Mindset: How To Live With Less, Downsize, And Get More Fulfillment From Life
Living With Less

Adopting The Minamalist Mindset
* Wow! Over 5,000 copies downloaded! Join the crowd and download now!
A new revolution is currently taking place, one that looks set to change how we view ourselves and the objects around us. This new, groundbreaking revolution is the practice of minimalism. In a society consumed by debt, greed, and envy, this new trend looks to change the way we think about everything in our lives. We spend our entire lives chasing happiness by chasing our peers, consuming, and collecting goods. But with depression and anxiety at all time highs, this trend is clearly not working.
This Book Will Discuss:
The benefits of minamlism
How to practice minamlism
How to organize your home and your life
How to remove your ego from purchasing decisions
The habits of highly effective minamalists
How to cut your bills
Over 50 tips saving money, cutting bills, and spending time on your true passions
Much, much, more!
 This has led to the rapid rise of a new age of living: living simply. The minimalist focuses more on time and presence then on objects. Happiness, helping others, and self-fulfillment are at the top of minimalists’ priorities. They realize that happiness does not come from consumption, but that true happiness comes from within. Spending time creating memorable moments is a much better experience then spending time on a new object.

5 star:(10)
4 star:(1)
3 star:(8)
2 star:(1)
1 star:(1)

[#2]

The Nuclear Suitcase (The Gantlet Brothers)
What starts out as a simple case of economic espionage for Fritz and Sly Gantlet turns into a deadly game. Forced into an uneasy alliance with the CIA, the five Gantlet brothers must help stop a rogue Russian general from finding and activating a series of nuclear devices hidden in suitcases at "dead drop" sites throughout the United States. Worse still, behind the plot is the Gantlet's most fearsome foe, a former East German border guard who is bent on revenge against the brothers. For Fritz, Sly, Matthias, Mitz and Otto this is one game that they cannot afford to lose--because every life in the Western world is a pawn.

[#5 - six reviews - all five star.]

Paleo Crockpot Recipes - Crockpot Recipes To Add Convenience To Delectable, Paleo-Friendly Cuisine (The Easy Recipe)
Crockpot Recipes To Add Convenience To Delectable, Paleo-Friendly Cuisine

If you don’t already follow the Paleo Diet, you may be worried about the restrictions. After just a few days of following the Paleo Diet, however, you will find that it may be easier than you think. Once you’ve gotten used to the principles of the Paleo Diet you can take advantage of a number of cooking methods to make the most of your fresh ingredients.

Slow cooking is a wonderful option because it requires just a few minutes of preparation time. You can easily throw the ingredients together in the morning before you leave for work and then come home to a fully-cooked meal. If you have to feed a whole family, this is an excellent option. Even if it is just you, you can easily make a large meal that will last for several days.

Inside Easy Paleo Crockpot Recipes, You Will Discover:

- Tons of healthy, convenient crockpot paleo recipes. Each recipe includes HD photographs and the nutritional facts.
- A comprehensive guide to the history of the paleo diet.
- A grocery list of foods to embrace and foods to avoid.

[#62 - one 3-star review.]

Natural Homemade Cleaners: Your Easy Eco Friendly Guide to a Healthier, Green Living
 Are you tired of breathing in toxic fumes every time you want to do a thorough cleaning of your home? I used to get physically ill and felt exhausted after a day of scrubbing was complete. I decided it was time to look into making my own cleaners. Not only did I feel better physically, my home was sparkling and left me with a feeling of contentment. This new way of living also left extra money in my pocket, allowing me to spend it on fun stuff or saving it for a rainy day, rather than succumbing to the high cost of these harmful chemicals. So not only will your wallet thank you once you start making your own cleaners, but your body and family’s health will pay off in the long run. What are you waiting for? Scroll up and hit the buy button now before the price goes up and don’t wait any longer to start enjoying a healthier life!

[#66 - just two reviews - one 4-star and one 5-star.]

JET (International Action / Adventure Thriller)
Code name: Jet

Twenty-eight-year-old Jet was once the Mossad's most lethal operative before faking her own death and burying that identity forever. But the past doesn't give up on its secrets easily.

When her new life on a tranquil island is shattered by a brutal attack, Jet must return to a clandestine existence of savagery and deception to save herself and those she loves. A gritty, unflinching roller-coaster of high-stakes twists and shocking turns, JET features a new breed of protagonist that breaks the mold.

Fans of Lisbeth Salander, SALT, and the Bourne trilogy will find themselves carried along at Lamborghini speed to a conclusion as surprising as the story's heroine is unconventional.

5 star:(372)
4 star:(249)
3 star:(58)
2 star:(16)
1 star:(6)

[#70. Its been free periodically the last year. I have yet to read it. Lots of good reviews. The author is on the top 100 free list fairly regularly.]

The End - A Post Apocalyptic Novel
The New Word series
Book 1: The End
Book 2: The Long Road

For Gordon Van Zandt life once was one of duty and loyalty to his country, so when 9/11 happened he dropped out of college and joined the Marine Corps. This youthful idealism vanished one fateful day in a war torn city in Iraq. Ten years later, he is still struggling with the ghosts of his past but must now face a new reality thrust on him and his family. North America, Europe and the Far East have all suffered a devastating Super-EMP attack that has caused catastrophic damage to the power grids and all electrical devices. With nothing working from cars to phones and with the total collapse of the economic infrastructure, Gordon must fight for the limited and fast dwindling resources. He knows survival requires action and cooperation with his neighbors. As daily life continues to break down so does all sense of civility within his community. With each passing day Gordon makes choices that would seem extreme in today's world but necessary in this new world.

5 star:(242)
4 star:(110)
3 star:(46)
2 star:(29)
1 star:(34)

[#83. Been free before. I have yet to read it.]

Paleo On-The-Go Recipes: Add Convenience to Delectable, Paleo-Friendly Cuisine (The Easy Recipe)
Inside Easy Paleo On-The-Go Recipes, You Will Discover:

- Tons of healthy, tasty paleo recipes for the busy person inside of all of us.. Each recipe includes HD photographs and the nutritional facts.
- A comprehensive guide to the history of the paleo diet.
- A grocery list of foods to embrace and foods to avoid.

5 star:(2)
4 star:(1)
3 star:(1)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(0)

[#87]

Night of the Assassin (Assassin series)
Night of the Assassin is the gritty, edge-of-your seat prequel to King of Swords - the first book in the bestselling Assassin series. A no-holds-barred, breakneck-paced thriller, Night charts the early years of El Rey - known as the King of Swords - a super-assassin responsible for some of the world's most spectacular and daring executions.

Framed against the backdrop of present-day Mexico's brutal narco-trafficking violence, Night of the Assassin chronicles the making of a monster - a cold-blooded, ruthless killing machine. Raw, disturbing, edgy and unflinching, this epic saga defies convention to create a roller-coaster of intrigue, suspense and thrills that will leave even the most jaded thriller aficionados gasping for breath.

5 star:(126)
4 star:(78)
3 star:(30)
2 star:(12)
1 star:(4)

[Not on the top 100 free list today but from the same author as Jet (above). Its beenf ree before as well, and is another book I never got around to reading.]

Saturday, October 26, 2013

Walking around pix

Have not posted any for a while since Wilma and I were not walking while I was recuperating from my sciatica attack. I took these on our walk on 10-15-13 about 5:15 am at Schnucks.

Pumpkin Time
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No price for the pie pumpkins.
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Koats 4 Kids
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For some reason they repainted a section of the wall here. Graffiti maybe?
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Free Kindle Books 10-26-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

Sugar Detox: The Benefits Behind a Sugar Detox Diet Plan
Are you addicted to sugar? Maybe you are and you don’t even realize it. In “Sugar Detox – The Benefits Behind a Sugar Detox Diet Plan,” you will learn not only how to detox from sugar, but why you need to. This is not a diet that will occur overnight or one that will force you to eat out of the ordinary foods. It is a diet that will help you to make better food choices for life. Learning to adapt to a life without sugar can provide you with dramatic changes in your life right now and far into the future.

Whether you are a full blown sugar addict or you think you are only moderately addicted, you’ll benefit from the sugar detox diet in a variety of ways including:

A decreased risk of chronic diseases including Type 2 diabetes and heart disease
Increased energy levels
More stable moods
The ability to lose weight easier
An ability to focus better
A feeling of general wellness all of the time

[#6 - eleven reviews - all 5-star.]

The Housewife Assassin's Killer 2-Book Set (The Housewife Assassin Series)
Book 1: The Housewife Assassin's Handbook / Book 2: The Housewife Assassin's Guide to Gracious Killing

Murder, suspense, sex--and some handy household tips.

In Book 1: The Housewife Assassin's Handbook:

Every desperate housewife wants an alias. Donna Stone has one -- and it happens to be government-sanctioned. Unfortunately, she earned it the hard way: her husband was killed the day she delivered their third child. To avenge his murder, Donna leads a secret life: as an assassin. But espionage makes for strange bedfellows, and brings new meaning to that old adage, "Honey, I'm home..."


In Book 2 -- The Housewife Assassin's Guide to Gracious Living:

Donna Stone's mission is to stop a rogue operative before he assassinates the newly elected Russian president on U.S. soil. She must also follow through on her divorce -- but first she's got to serve a summons to a deadbeat dad who is also a terrorist! As for Donna's love life, turns out the spy who loves her has a bombshell of his own.

5 star:(6)
4 star:(3)
3 star:(4)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(0)

[#82. The first book in this series was free a while back. I did not like it and gave it one star. But, both books seems to have fans.]

Friday, October 25, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-25-13

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Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

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Tornado Valley: Huntsville's Havoc
Touchdown! Folks in Alabama don't know whether to cheer or run when hearing the expression. Touchdown could mean that we've just won another football National Championship or it could indicate that a tornado is on the ground.  I could never be a storm chaser. I'm the one the storm chases. Funnels circle around me like shark fins as I bow my head in a school hallway, kneel down in a convent, or give birth to a newborn baby wailing in unison with the tornado sirens.  I huddle with toddlers in showers and beg for shelter in a McDonald's freezer. I remain a sitting duck in a second-floor apartment, and find myself in the wrong place at the wrong time while in the emergency room with storm victims.

Life in the Rocket City is a thrill ride which is not for the faint of heart, this I know. So brace yourself for a front row seat on a ride through Tornado Valley! Alabama is the home of the world's deadliest twisters, and Huntsville is in the heart of the arena. Our space history is out of this world, but our tornado history will blow you away.

Take a rollercoaster ride through the history of Alabama tornadoes before plunging into the gripping story of the Day of Devastation. Witness the stars falling on Alabama in 1833. Then get ready for the sky to fall! The plot twists as Huntsville's torrid tornado past comes alive in the 1974 Super Tornado Outbreak. The rollercoaster corkscrews as it encounters an unexpected twister in 1989 that slingshots the reader into the angry vortex on Airport Road.

The ride cruises before taking another gut-wrenching dive that catapults its riders into an inverted twist from yet another Anderson Hills tornado in 1995. The town turns upside-down but Huntsville survives, revives, and thrives. But the worst is yet to come. Another tornado season is just around the corner. Beware of the month of April, especially on a Wednesday.

The warning sirens wail, we're bombarded by softball-sized hail, and an EF3 tornado slams into the jail. It's just another day in Alabama, but the countdown clock is ticking. The next tornado warning could be "the one." Our voice drops to a whisper when we mention an EF5. We realize life is too short. The coaster accelerates. Can you feel the torque? We have no idea what's around the next bend.

Suddenly, the nightmare comes true as the ride zooms out of control, this time in a free-fall on April 27, 2011. Alabama is bombarded by a record 62 tornadoes in one day. Abruptly, the ride comes to a screeching halt. The adrenaline rush subsides. You've just experienced Huntsville's Havoc. Immediately the passengers ask one another, "Do you want to ride again?" Some will and some swear, never again.

5 star:(13)
4 star:(4)
3 star:(1)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(0)

[#7]

The HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: Volume Two
Praise for The HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: Volume Two

"Anne has written an insightful and informative book on how to make the HCG diet a successful experience.The menus and recipes are valuable aids in making this diet achieve success.So enjoy this excellent book on your way to the optimal HCG experience."  Dr. Michael Bergkamp, ND

Who wants to be in the kitchen when you're on a diet?

The HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: Volume Two is the fastest, easiest way to do the HCG diet. Here's how. The HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: Volume Two Faster takes its cue from the bestselling HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: 30 Days to a Thinner You which features weekly menus complete with shopping lists to keep you compliant with your HCG diet.

Going one step further, The HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: Volume Two calls for cooking a delicious entrée once, and eating it for lunch or dinner throughout the week. That's the Quick Start version of fast food-simple, tasty, convenient, economical, packable, and, best of all, diet-friendly.

New to the HCG diet? No problem. The HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: Volume Two covers the basics you need to know before you get started. You get the lowdown on the HCG diet protocol and the food do's and don'ts, but you don't have to figure it all out. This HCG cookbook does that all for you. Just pick a menu to follow each week.

The HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: Volume Two features all new recipes, like Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Greek Cinnamon Chicken. Or how about Spicy Chicken Fajitas or Sweet and Sour Stuffed Cabbage? With plenty of variety, you'll never be bored on your HCG diet or fall into the rut of eating the same thing every day.

Let The HCG Diet Quick Start Cookbook: Volume Two be your roadmap to success on your HCG diet.

[#24 - just 3 reviews - all 5-star.]


Thursday, October 24, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-24-13

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Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

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30 Minute Paleo Diet Expert: Become Healthy by Eating Naturally, Lose Fat, Gain Muscle, Sleep Like a Baby
The field of Evolutionary medicine has been forged from ground breaking revelations on the diet and health aspects of our stone-age ancestors. Following the dietary patterns and lifestyle of Paleolithic man is the key to good health and a life practically free of degenerative diseases.

This short book discusses the main aspects of Paleolithic nutrition, including foods permitted, the nutritional profile, therapeutic effects, lifestyle and its distinct differences from our modern day diet. It presents compelling evidence of the benefits associated with adopting a Paleo lifestyle. It promises significant health benefits in the field of therapeutic nutrition and modern medicine.

What you'll learn in the "30 Minute Paleo Diet Expert"

*Why eating grains, legumes, and dairy may be slowly killing you

*How to lose body fat, gain muscle, and transform your body composition

*How to dramatically increase your overall health & fitness by making simple changes in your diet

*How to easily control your blood sugar and always feel full after each meal

*How to heal your gut and digestive problems by eating like our ancestors

*Naturally reduce your allergy, acne, and eczema symptoms

*How to sleep like a baby and wake up feeling rested

*Includes an easy to make 7-Day meal plan

5 star:(14)
4 star:(4)
3 star:(0)
2 star:(1)
1 star:(0)

[#30]

Paleolithic Slow Cooker: Simple and Healthy Gluten-Free Recipes
UPDATED 10.30.12 ~ By customer requests, this cookbook now includes recipes to make your own sauces and offers substitutions for cooking wine and wild rice!

Do you want an easy way to cook grain free AND gluten-free meals? Then Amelia Simons' latest cookbook for slow cooker cooking is just what you are looking for!

While a Paleolithic diet has been shown to be very effective for people wanting to lose weight and improve their health, spending time in the kitchen on a daily basis can be difficult. That's why Paleolithic Slow Cooker: Simple & Healthy Gluten-Free Recipes gives you crockpot recipes to help you find extra time so you can do other things besides cook.

In this gluten-free cookbook you will:
Discover how to cook really tasty grain free quick breads in your crockpot!
Receive valuable tips and tricks for using your slow cooker
Enjoy recipes featuring beef, chicken, pork, and seafood
See how to make delicious side dishes
Appreciate the easy-to-follow instructions
So, if you are striving to eat a gluten-free diet and one that is grain free as well, then don't miss out on this cookbook full of terrific slow cooker recipes.

PLEASE NOTE: This cookbook and my other cookbook in this series called, Paleolithic Slow Cooker Soups and Stews, are created with families in mind. A 6-quart slow cooker is used for all the recipes; however, if you want to make smaller portions, just use a 4-quart sized crockpot and cut the ingredient amounts in half. OR even better, do like so many of us do that enjoy the Paleolithic Diet--make a big batch and have enough for another meal that requires NO COOKING!

5 star:(38)
4 star:(8)
3 star:(2)
2 star:(2)
1 star:(1)

[#75. Based on what some of the reviews suggest, some of the ingredients may not meet everyone's definition of paleo.]

Free From Stackpole.
Stackpole puts a book or two up for free periodically.  I have read several of their free books. Some interesting stuff. Most of what I have seen is WWII German military history, with varying quality of translation, some other military history from lesser known units, along with some fishing and other outdoors oriented books.

Hikers' Stories from the Appalachian Trail
Hikers of all types and backgrounds--thru-hikers and section hikers, northbounders and southbounders, new hikers and experienced backpackers--share their stories in this collection of highlights from twenty-one Appalachian Trail blogs. The excerpts here span the whole length of the trail and include stories of ice storms and tornados, accounts of trail magic and surprising generosity, encounters with snakes and other wildlife, descriptions of wilderness beauty, and hikers' musings on living life to the fullest. Together, they capture the trail experience through many different perspectives.

[No reviews yet.]

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-23-13

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Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

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Interception & The New Space Race (Comet Clement series, #2 & #3) (The Comet Clement series)
Book 2 - Interception
The Inner Circle's plans to deflect the comet are in place but Neil Peterson's long journey to intercept Clement faces serious tests...
The president is embattled in a bitter re-election attempt and knows that losing could lead to the comet secret being exposed to the world...
NASSA's plans to build the biggest space station for 'scientific purposes' are put into effect...
Earl Ackerman's paranoia leads him to making rash decisions about the secret that's slowly destroying the little sanity he has left...
The secret can't stay hidden forever...

Book 3 - The New Space Race
Plans continue to move forward on the space station, which draws the ire of the country, but the Inner Circle won't be deterred from preparing for the worst...
Tyler Ainsworth Jr. has learned of the secret and begins to make plans for his own massive shelter, this one to be in the ocean depths instead of the heavens...
The president exchanges information about the comet with Russia for help on the station and Russia plans for their own safe haven deep in the mountains...
A new American leader emerges who does not seem to share the Inner Circle's passion for constructing the space station...
Another country enters the race to build a space station unlike anything humankind has ever seen...

5 star:(17)
4 star:(9)
3 star:(6)
2 star:(1)
1 star:(1)

[#8. This book has a fair number of good reviews. I got it for free some time ago and despite it being of a genre I usually like, the book just did not appeal to me and I ended up giving it one star because I quit on the book. YMMV. Based on the 12 negatives I got for the 1-star review, it would suggest the author has some pretty serious fans.]

The Inner Circle (Comet Clement series, #1)
[1908... Siberia... A tiny comet rips through Earth's atmosphere and explodes above the Tunguska region of Siberia, instantly engulfing thousands of square acres of the mostly desolate region. The explosion is heard for hundreds of miles, the light of the comet seen halfway across the globe. Had the comet hit a few hours earlier in a more populated area, millions would have been killed...

A century later, another comet - this one hundreds of times bigger and more powerful - encounters a black hole in deep space and is pushed onto a new, deadly course leading straight to Earth...

A small group of humans - including the President of the United States, a former astronaut and a middle school science teacher - discovers the existence of this potentially deadly comet and keep its existence hidden from the rest of the world. Although the group - which calls itself the Inner Circle - has twelve years to deal with the problem, they will need every second of that time. Not only must they figure out a way to avert this crisis, they must also start to make plans in case they can't avoid a catastrophe that could annihilate humankind..

5 star:(34)
4 star:(36)
3 star:(15)
2 star:(4)
1 star:(3)

[#53. Book 1 of the series that continues in the above noted book. I got this for free a while back but never got around to reading it because I had already quit on the second and 3rd installments.]

Free From Stackpole.
Stackpole puts a book or two up for free periodically.  I have read several of their free books. Some interesting stuff. Most of what I have seen is WWII German military history, with varying quality of translation, some other military history from lesser known units, along with some fishing and other outdoors oriented books.

MICHAEL WITTMANN AND THE WAFFEN SS TIGER COMMANDERS OF THE LEIBSTANDARTE IN WWII, Vol. 1 (Stackpole Military History)
Publication Date: September 1, 2006
The story of one of the most successful and decorated tank commanders of all time
Contains maps, official documents, newspaper clippings, and orders of battle
German Panzer ace Michael Wittmann was by far the most famous tank commander on any side in World War II, destroying 138 enemy tanks and 132 anti-tank guns with his Tiger. This classic of armored warfare is both combat biography and unit history, as Patrick Agte focuses on the life and career of Wittmann but also includes his fellow Tiger commanders in the 1st SS Panzer Division Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler. Volume One covers the Eastern Front, where Wittmann racked up more than 100 kills and participated in the Battle of Kursk in 1943.

5 star:(2)
4 star:(3)
3 star:(4)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(1)

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-22-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

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Domestic Enemies: The Reconquista (The Enemies Trilogy)
A novel about the deconstruction of the American national identity, and the loss of the Southwest. (2006) 540 pages in the print edition.

5 star:(135)
4 star:(24)
3 star:(6)
2 star:(1)
1 star:(1)

[#28]

Paleo Cookbook for Athletes - Lose Weight And Get Muscle Quickly And Easily With The Paleo Solution
PALEO COOKBOOK FOR ATHLETES: LOSE WEIGHT AND GET MUSCLE QUICKLY AND EASILY WITH THE PALEO SOLUTION by Marc Holden provides practical insights and solutions for using the Paleo diet.

The Paleo diet is based upon eating wholesome, contemporary foods from the food groups which our ancestors who were hunters-gatherers ate. It is referred to as the Paleo diet because these ancestors who thrived on such a diet lived 10,000 years ago in the Paleolithic era. Their diet was composed of fresh free range grass-fed meats like:

beef
pork
lamb
poultry
game meat
fish
other seafood.
In addition, these healthy ancestors gathered fresh fruits, vegetables, seeds, nuts, and healthy oils like:

olive
coconut
avocado
macadamia
walnut
flaxseed.
The Paleo diet avoids things like dairy products, cereal grains, legumes, refined sugars and processed foods which were simply not part of our ancestors'diet.

So Why The Paleo diet?
Simple! The Paleo diet is not just a fad like so many other diets. It has undergone decades of research by such noted scientists as Dr. Loren Cordain.

It has demonstrate repeatedly that hunter-gatherers as a civilization did not suffer from chronic illnesses and diseases that have plagued our modern society.

Our ancestors did not have rampant obesity. There were no cases of cancer, type 2 diabetes, heart disease or other diseases that we find common today.

The Paleo diet encourages replacing unhealthy foods with ones that are good for you.

Wide Variety of Foods Everyone Loves
Paleo Cookbook for Athletes provides dieters with a wide variety of foods they should regularly eat while removing negative foods.

For example, acceptable foods include: fish and seafood; grass-fed meats; eggs, nuts and seeds, healthy oils, and non-starchy vegetables while deleting cereal, dairy, potatoes, refined sugars and oils, and all processed "junk" foods.

It promises to make changes in eating easier to integrate into your life.

50 Paleo Recipes for Athletes
With fifty starter nutritious and appealing recipes like: Beef & Turnip Scramble, Chicken and Eggs Casserole, and Bacon and Kale Frittata and Roasted Chicken and Root Vegetables, you're sure to enjoy your favorite and scrumptious foods while still being on a diet!

[#40 - just 2 reviews, both 5-star.]

Coconut Oil Recipes: The Complete Guide for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and More (Every Day Recipes)
Coconut oil has been experimented with and used for culinary, medical, and cosmetic purposes by those in tropical climates. In fact, if you scour the pages of history, you’ll find that coconut oil has been used for several centuries by those living in tropical climates. Although coconut oil isn’t as popular today as it was hundreds of years ago or even 50 years ago, it still has many uses in and outside of the kitchen.

Coconut oil is popular in the kitchen not only because of its origins but also because it has a high burning temperature and it is a much better alternative to many oils on store shelves today. Using the Every Day Coconut Oil Recipes, everyone from beginners to experts can find new ways to use coconut oil. Not only are there health benefits and recipes in this book, there are also home remedies and uses for coconut oil outside of the kitchen.

[#80 - four reviews - all 5-star.]


Monday, October 21, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-21-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

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As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

JET (International Action / Adventure Thriller)
Code name: Jet

Twenty-eight-year-old Jet was once the Mossad's most lethal operative before faking her own death and burying that identity forever. But the past doesn't give up on its secrets easily.

When her new life on a tranquil island is shattered by a brutal attack, Jet must return to a clandestine existence of savagery and deception to save herself and those she loves. A gritty, unflinching roller-coaster of high-stakes twists and shocking turns, JET features a new breed of protagonist that breaks the mold.

5 star:(364)
4 star:(247)
3 star:(58)
2 star:(16)
1 star:(7)
 
 [#5 - has been free a number of times that I recall. Lots of good reviews, but I have not read it.]

REALLY SIMPLE COLD SMOKING, BBQ AND SALT CURING AT HOME (REALLY SIMPLE HOW-TO BOOKS)
Like gourmet smoked and salt-cured foods? Parma hams? Cold-smoked salmon? Pancetta and other "real" bacons? Spare ribs and brisket?
Want to make them at home? With all the taste, authentic flavour and trimmings of the store-bought items, but at a fraction of the cost?
Everything you need is right here. Equipment, tools, accessories and recipes, and a whole range of new techniques and methods to home-smoke, bbq and dry cure delicacies like prosciutto hams, cured bacons, salmon, spare ribs, biltong, jerky, brisket – to name just a few!
Over 500 pages, generously illustrated, and written in simple language, "Really Simple Cold Smoking, BBQ and Salt Curing at Home" is actually three books in one – at a price that would be a bargain for just one of them!
In this definitive book you'll discover
- the little known secrets of the pros for making up your own rubs, pastes, marinades, mops, bastes and sauces;
- the unique characteristics of different woods and fuels used in the food smoking process, and which are best for different applications;
- a range of smoked foods which could, for many readers, represent new and exciting food territory; – foods like smoked and salt-cured fruit, nuts, dairy products (cheeses and butters), molluscs and other seafoods which are – quite simply – delicious!;
- how simple, and how comfortably within the capabilities of most people deli-style cold-smoking, or dry-curing really is!;
- survival secrets of "emergency" food smoking for hikers, campers, hunters, fishermen and survivalists, who would like, while still in the wild, to smoke any bounty collected from the outdoors, but who frequently don't have access to conventional (or any!) smoking equipment to do so;
- how-to build your own food smoking and dry-curing equipment at home – partly as a low-cost alternative to the (undoubtedly excellent, but often fairly expensive) commercial equivalents, and partly for the good, warm feeling of accomplishment it brings!; and
- Illustrated charts showing the major cuts of meat from each of the main animal groups – pork, beef, lamb and venison.... and the list goes on!
Readers of How-To Instructional books (like this one) fall somewhere between two extremes. At one extreme are those who want to know "Why?" before they learn "How?" At the other extreme are those who simply want a clear-cut set of instructions.
The publishers in this book unravel the Gordian knot – and satisfy both classes of reader by covering both the "Why" and the "How" in the first half of the book, while limiting the second half to just the "How".
Whatever your current level of expertise and skill, there'll be something in this book to expand and enrich it. Get it now!

[# 54 - five 5-star reviews.]

Gluten-Free Indian: Authentic Recipes for Delicious Paleo Indian Cuisine
The Best-Selling Gluten Free Indian Cookbook

Are you in search of the tastiest Indian Paleo meals around?
The Paleo diet, also known as the cave man diet is a phenomenon that is transforming the kitchen and traveling across the globe! With the reaches of this amazing diet expanding, new and delicious recipes are arising constantly!

The renowned chefs at Tasty Creations have compiled a collection of delicious, gluten-free Indian dishes to enjoy! Cooking delicious Indian Paleo meals has never been easier! Get cooking today!

Inside this helpful collection of tasty gluten-free Indian recipes, you will encounter:
-Tons of delicious and easy-to-make recipes ranging from breakfast to dinner!
-Step by step instructions that guarantee success

[#87 - the single review (1-star) claims all the recipes were stolen from someone's blog.]

Natural Cures - Home Remedies For Natural Relief
Take Back Control of your Health and Your Families Health in a Safe, Easy and Affordable Way.

Natural Cures - Home Remedies for Natural Relief is jam packed with tried, tested, alternative medicine remedies proven by people from around the world over many hundreds even thousands of years.

Your Natural Relief:

Natural Cures, of course are to be found in nature. Many of these natural remedies are derived from essential oils as essential oil uses are vast and many, which is great for everyone, as it means EASE OF USE!


Full, clear, comprehensive and easy to follow information is given on how to mix, measure, blend and apply these natural remedies for everyday ailments and more.

A few of the many which are addressed are-
Relaxation and Stress - For you to enjoy the "Just Ahh" moments after a hectic day
Essential Oils for Moods and Feelings - YOU have the control and dial up the mood you wish
Pregnancy - A special section for Mums to be - including "Labour Day"
P.M.S. and Painful Menstruation - Quick, Safe and Effective Control
Arthritis - Safe and Effective remedies for Joint Mobility and Symptomatic Pain Relief
Headaches and Migraines - Enjoy your Days Free of Symptoms
Back, Neck and Shoulder Pain - Remedies that give Fast Effective Relief
Menopause - Safe, Effective Relief for those draining symptoms
Men's Stuff - So Often Men are left out, in this book, they have a special section all to themselves.
Essential Oil Directory - Everything you need to know about each oil
Within this book, there is power and wisdom to be found that can be used for healing as well as prevention, thus allowing you to have ultimate control over your body.

5 star:(10)
4 star:(0)
3 star:(1)
2 star:(0)
1 star:(1)

[#97]

Sunday, October 20, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-20-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

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As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

Dead Highways: Origins (A Post-Apocalyptic Adventure)
His name is Jimmy. He's twenty-two, skinny, and still a virgin. He has no friends. He lives with his grandma. He works at her used bookstore. He is in every sense of the word ... a loser.

This is your hero.

By his side, a diverse group of survivors, including a cop, a prostitute, a drug dealer, and even a newborn baby. They're crossing the country on a crazy and comical post-apocalyptic adventure, following the infected as they migrate west. That's right, these infected don't just stand around waiting to be stimulated, they're on a mission, and what is guiding them awaits Jimmy and his fellow survivors at the end of these dead highways.

But along the way, Jimmy may discover something even greater.

His place in the world. Finally. Even if everyone else is gone.

5 star:(4)
4 star:(9)
3 star:(0)
2 star:(1)
1 star:(0)

[#10. The 2-star review suggests it is full of pop culture references which may explain the better reviews.]

Start Living Gluten Free A Beginners Guide to a Gluten Free Diet
Start Living A Gluten Free Life!

Are you just starting out and are seeking for information about living a life free from wheat, barley and other grains?

This beginners guide will tell you what gluten is, where to find it and what to do if you have a gluten intolerance, are gluten sensitive or have been diagnosed with Celiac disease.

This guide will show you how simple it really is to make the step to becoming gluten free.

A Gluten free diet is a healthy, low carb way to help lose weight, become healthier and to stay that way.

So Start Living Gluten Free today!

[#40 - no reviews yet.]



Free From Stackpole.
Stackpole puts a book or two up for free periodically.  I have read several of their free books. Some interesting stuff. Most of what I have seen is WWII German military history, with varying quality of translation, some other military history from lesser known units, along with some fishing and other outdoors oriented books.

Speed Train Your Own Bird Dog: Hunting Dogs expert teaches you his completely reliable program
Humane training methods written in a step-by-step approach help produce a superior bird dog in minimum time. The speed-train system also makes the process enjoyable for the dog as well as the master.

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Saturday, October 19, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-19-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

Mushroom in the Sand
An Iranian-born physicist living the American dream, Dr. Ross Shaheen is at the top of his game. Between his internationally-recognized nuclear weapons research career at the prestigious Berkeley Lab and his picture-perfect family in the San Francisco suburbs, it's a good life that can only get better - until he is lured into lecturing before an elite group of scientists in his home country.

The 7000-mile trip takes Shaheen back to the land of the lion and the sun, yet it also delivers to Iran's very doorstep an important American citizen with Top Secret security clearance. Taken captive in a subterranean plant by Amir Meshkin, head of Iran's secret nuclear weapons program, will Shaheen be forced to provide him with the access needed to successfully advance the Iranian nuclear agenda?

The answer lies in the twisting plot of espionage and survival, putting to the test not only Shaheen's secret knowledge but also the very core of his allegiance. If he lives, he could walk away a hero for his country. The question is - which one?

5 star:(33)
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[#4 - implausible premise but has  a bunch of good reviews.]

False Flag (A Frank Bowen conspiracy thriller)
Looking for a break from his boring English life, Frank Bowen travels to Asia intent on shaking things up. On his way, he meets an exciting female ex-pat and after a thrilling night together, his life changes forever. Before he knows it, Bowen is robbed, dubiously employed, and completely entangled in a web of international intrigue.

Join author Jay Tinsiano on a captivating thrill ride through the seedier sides of Bangkok, through the nightmare of terrorism and the desperation of a wayward traveler caught in its throes.

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[#43]

Dead Drunk: Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse... One Beer at a Time
Charlie Campbell was your average, balding, thirty-year-old alcoholic with a dead-end job and a penchant for shambling through life one mistake after another. However, none of that mattered following the sudden arrival of a mysterious sickness that brought with it infected mobs of zombie-like creatures thirsting for the flesh of the living.

Trapped in a Chicago apartment the morning after a raucous bachelor party, Charlie and his old fraternity buddies must battle for survival against the cannibalistic horde, a military invasion and their own rampant stupidity.

With supplies, common sense and brain cells dwindling by the hour, the motley crew — including a racist cop, a Sri Lankan used car salesman, a stoner landlord and a pet raccoon — must pull out all the stops to avoid joining the ranks of the dead.

If you like zombies, action and humor, crack a beer, pull up a barstool, and prepare for one wild ride.

5 star:(73)
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 [#33 - for fans of the genre.]


Friday, October 18, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-18-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

The Devil's Grin (Kronberg Crimes)
At the turn of the 19th century, bacteriological research has made a tremendous leap. When epidemics were still untamed and claimed thousands of lives, Pasteur and Koch isolated deadly bacteria to develop vaccines. Biological warfare was but a small step away...

In Victorian London's cesspool of crime and disease, a series of murders remains undiscovered until a cholera victim is found floating in the city's drinking water supply. Dr Anton Kronberg, England's best bacteriologist, is called upon to investigate and finds evidence of abduction and medical maltreatment. While Scotland Yard has little interest in pursuing the case, Kronberg pushes on and crosses paths with Sherlock Holmes. The detective immediately discovers Kronberg's secret - a woman masquerading as a man in order to practice medicine - a criminal deed that could land her in prison for years to come. But both must join forces to stop a crime so monstrous, it outshines Jack the Ripper's deeds in brutality and cold-bloodedness.

The Devil's Grin is the 1st book in the bestselling Kronberg Crimes series

Warning: This book contains foul language, non-explicit sex-scenes, explicit dissection scenes, violence, and considerable female power.

This e-book is DRM-free and Creative Commons Licenced.

5 star:(109)
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[#2]

How To Plant Your First Garlic Garden
Want to grow your very own Garlic? You can do it with this fun and easy gardening garlic guide.

From choosing the right spot to soil preparation to harvesting,
How To Plant Your First Garlic Garden shows you the right way
to grow Garlic no matter the size of your plot or your dietary needs.

You'll learn the best way to plot your garden and how to get your soil in the best shape;
from select the types of Garlic you would like to grow how to plant your seeds properly;
and how to care for them the right way as they grow. You'll also know the best time to harvest
your Garlic and the best ways to enjoy them.

[#49 - no reviews yet.]

Free From Stackpole.
Stackpole puts a book or two up for free periodically.  I have read several of their free books. Some interesting stuff. Most of what I have seen is WWII German military history, with varying quality of translation, some other military history from lesser known units, along with some fishing and other outdoors oriented books.

The Handgun Encyclopedia
The Handgun Encyclopedia is the world’s number #1 source for handgun information. The text covers the evolution of pistols and revolvers from the matchlock to the latest automatic. The book has more than 800 illustrations and over 500 pages of in-depth material that any gun enthusiast will love.

Whether you want to know more about the early single trigger German Wheelock, or would like to delve into the world of Colt handguns, this incredible encyclopedia has you covered.

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[Its been free before. Have not read it yet.]

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Free Kindle Books 10-17-13

PLEASE. Do everyone a favor and write an Amazon review if you end up reading a book (or trying to and giving up in disgust). It does not have to be much. Just tell what you think of the book. By the way, many times I have found the 1 and 2 star reviews on self published works to be far more revealing about the book than the more stellar reviews. Reviewers need gratification too, so if a review is helpful to you, please click on the voting button to indicate it was helpful.

Most times these books are only free for a day or two, so you have to grab them while you can. Worry about whether you really want to read it later if it seems interesting. And be careful, they can change from free to not free at any time.

I have decided to list books for no more than one day to avoid cluttering up the posts, unless there is some reason I think the book deserves extra attention.I have also decided to consolidate to a single post, instead of sometimes splitting them up by subject matter.

From the top 100 free list
As is typical, there are also several religious and recipe books on the list today, along with the usual assortment of romance, porn and near porn. I don't call them out because they don't interest me. Click on the link above and search through the Free List Tab if you are interested in such books.

The Cana Mystery
In this gripping mystery adventure, Ava, an MIT graduate student and expert in ancient languages, is awakened in the middle of the night by a phone call from an old friend, Paul, with a baffling request: Could she fly to Yemen immediately? He’s found something important and needs her help.

Paul’s subsequent coded e-mail alludes to what he and his boss, Simon Demaj, have found: the lost jars of Cana—the very jars that Jesus used at the wedding at Cana—and a puzzle to be solved. Are the jars authentic, and is there a prophecy somehow hidden in them?

At the same time a shocking global announcement is made: “. . . Pope Benedict XVI announced that he will resign for the good of the church . . .”

Is there a connection? Ava and Paul set off on a deadly global adventure to Yemen, Egypt, Malta, and Rome searching for answers. Every step of the way they’re chased by Paul’s unscrupulous billionaire boss, a drug lord, and corrupt officials.

A thrilling mix of historical and contemporary intrigue, The Cana Mystery keeps the reader wanting to know more.

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[#1.]

Indisputable Proof
Named as one of the “Best Fiction Books of 2012” by Rosa St. Claire of the Miami Examiner.

“Dan Brown better look over his shoulder – Williams and Knerly are here for his crown. Indisputable Proof is an edge-of-the-seat thriller with great storytelling backed by brilliant research.”
– Greig Beck, bestselling author of "This Green Hell" and "Dark Rising"

With his father in a coma, CIA operative Samuel Tolen may have found a way to answer mankind’s greatest question: Is there life after death?

When the Sudarium of Oviedo—the venerable cloth that once covered Jesus Christ’s face on the cross—is stolen from a cathedral in Spain, it sparks a series of grisly murders. Each victim is killed in a manner resembling the form of execution of one of the Apostles. American CIA operative Samuel Tolen, Spanish inspector Pascal Diaz, and British archaeologist Dr. Jade Mollur embark on a journey to reclaim the Sudarium. Their search takes a surprising turn when a 2,000-year-old clue from Joseph of Arimathea suggests a far greater secret is within reach; a startling discovery that would forever change humanity.

Embroiled in a deadly hunt that takes them from the grounds of Harvard University to the coast of Costa Rica, from a hallowed Greek Isle to an exquisite Spanish cathedral, and ultimately to the doorstep of mankind’s greatest civilization, Tolen, Diaz, and Mollur will search for the ultimate truth in the midst of unspeakable deception. But is it a truth mankind was meant to discover?

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[#4]

Choice of Weapon
Garrett is an ex-soldier, forged in the flames of war.
Now he hides from his terrible past. Reclusive. Alone.

But one phone call drags him back. An old friend needs his help and Garrett is her ultimate Choice of Weapon.

He leaves the safety of his mountain retreat to once again enter a world of violence and depravity that will force him to react in the only way that he knows how. A way he swore never to follow again...

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[#5]

Paleo Crockpot Cookbook: Illustrated Paleo Crock Pot Recipes with Delicious Slow Cooker Soups, Stews, Dinners, Sides and Desserts (Paleo Recipes: Paleo ... Lunch, Dinner & Desserts Recipe Book)
This illustrated Paleo crockpot cookbook guides you through making easy Paleo crock pot recipes for you and your family. These are many of my favorites. I have only used natural ingredients and foods that are easy to source at your local supermarket or store. The mouth watering pictures will help you decide what you want to make for dinner tonight…I love having pictures in a cookbook! Discover a variety of delicious slow cooker beef recipes, slow cooker chicken recipes, pork and lamb, all accompanied by pictures of the finished recipe. Soups and stews are always a favorite, but there are some desserts and Paleo side dishes thrown in too.

If you're a fan of one pot cooking, then this book will give you a variety of meals that you can cook easily for brunch, sides, lunch, dinner and desserts. Commonly some traditional ingredients will be substituted for more Paleo friendly things. A few examples are Paleo vegetables, coconut milk, coconut and almond flour, olive and coconut oil and of course apple cider. You'll discover new delicious slow cooker meals that will stimulate your appetite while still making it easy to stay on your Paleo diet.

You will also be guided through tips and the basics of getting started with crock pot cooking, even if you have never done it before. Slow cookers have stayed in style because of their convenience and ability to produce healthy nutritious meals quickly and easily with minimal cleanup. Most of us are very short on time and don't have hours to spend in the kitchen every day, especially when we get home from work or having a busy day. All you need to do is prepare the food, set it and then forget it until you return home for dinner. And remember if you're looking for something fast, then the HIGH level setting allows you to cook foods more quickly.
You will find some traditional Paleo crock pot classics as well as some dishes with a distinctly modern Paleo twist. I hope you enjoy the recipes as much as I do!

• Introduction to Slow Cooking
• Slow Cooker Basics
• Food Preparation Tips
• Measurement Conversion Chart
• Tasty Lamb Shanks in Sauce
• Lamb in Moroccan Sauce
• Lamb and Eggplant Stew
• Marinated Indian Style Lamb
• Easy Leg of Lamb with Rosemary & Garlic
• Spicy Lamb Rogan Josh Curry
• Classic Beef Bourguignon
• Paleo Beef Strog
• Slow Cooker Chili Beef
• Classic Beef Stew with Spinach
• Heritage Beef in Red Wine Gravy
• Spiced Beef & Porcini Mushroom Stew
• Tomato & Mushroom Meatballs
• Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast
• Homemade Stock Recipe for Soups
• Curried Broccoli Soup
• Kale Vegetable Soup
• Creamy Pumpkin & Cauliflower Soup
• Chicken & Vegetable Soup
• Herbed Vegetables
• Sweet Orange Glazed Carrots
• Stuffed Zucchini Boats
• Mustard & Balsamic Beets
• Curried Pumpkin Cubes
• My Ginger & Tomato Chicken Curry
• Chicken with Creamy Mustard Sauce
• Chicken & Bacon Casserole
• Healthy Chicken & Kale Stew
• Gingered Hawaiian Chicken & Almonds
• Spicy Plummed Pork Tenderloin
• Rosemary Pork Roast
• Pork in Pear Sauce
• Classic Hearty Pork Stew
• Easy Sweet & Spicy Pork Ribs
• Hungarian Style Pork Roast
• Feisty Roast Ham
• Roast Pork in Spicy Tomato Soup
• Pork Chops with Ginger & Apple
• Baked Apples with Cinnamon & Nutmeg
• Brandied Dried Fruit Delight
• Poached Pears in Rum
• Spicy Apple Cider & Cinnamon Drink

[#64 - a single 5-star review.]

Backwoods Home Magazine #118 - July/Aug 2009
Back issue No. 118 contains: An article about saving money while you improve your garden; controlling grasshoppers; preparing for the possibility of future civil unrest; taking care of your cast iron cookware; how to contend with the ammo shortage; an Appleseed boot camp; two “Making a Living” profiles; making apple and berry pies; a discussion of building basics; an examination of various solar hot water systems; making wonderful wilderness teas; part 3 of John Silveira’s series on the nation’s energy crisis; a discussion of the risks of Swine Flu; and a commentary on the self-reliance lessons that can be learned by playing golf. Plus, Jackie Clay answers questions about the shelf life of canned meats, arsenic in well water, a foot-powered thrasher, elderberry extract, baking with duck and goose eggs, planting in tires, a lotion recipe, wire bail canning jars, storing citrus, the best dairy goats, cannibalistic chickens, hot salsa, and moving to the farm.

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[#92 - its been free before. I gave it a 4-star review.]

Free From Stackpole.
Stackpole puts a book or two up for free periodically.  I have read several of their free books. Some interesting stuff. Most of what I have seen is WWII German military history, with varying quality of translation, some other military history from lesser known units, along with some fishing and other outdoors oriented books.

Precision Bowhunting: A Year-Round Approach to Taking Mature Whitetails
Another must-have title from the authors of the bestselling Bowhunting Pressured Whitetails (0-8117-2819-6)
Lays out a hunting program for the entire year, including preparation and training during the off-season
Especially useful for hunting high-pressure areas and it explains how to best take advantage of the rut
Father-and-son team John and Chris Eberhart have joined once again to share cutting-edge information and advice on hunting whitetail bucks in increasingly hard-hunted environments. Their year-long program starts early in the off-season, where careful scouting, training, and planning create the foundation for a successful hunting year. Then, once the fall rolls around, the authors explain the scent control and scouting tactics that have helped them to bag trophy bucks in some of the most pressured parts of the country. They also cover hunting in the rain, suburban hunting, and various other special situations. Packed with vital information and fresh insights, Precision Bowhunting belongs on the bookshelf of every serious bowhunter.

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A link contributed by the free book thread on AR15.com
Boatload of paleo