The Epistolary Art of Catherine the Great is the first study to analyse comprehensively the letters of Empress Catherine the Great of Russia (reigned 1762-1796) and to argue that they constitute a masterpiece of eighteenth-century epistolary writing. In this book, Kelsey Rubin-Detlev traces Catherine’s development as a letter-writer, her networking strategies, and her image-making, demonstrating the centrality of ideas, literary experimentation, and manipulation of material form evident in Catherine’s epistolary practice. Through this, Rubin-Detlev illustrates how Catherine’s letters reveal her full engagement with the Enlightenment and further show how creatively she absorbed and responded to the ideas of her century. The letter was not merely a means by which the empress promoted Russia and its leader as European powers; it was a literary genre through which Catherine expressed her identity as a member of the social, political, and intellectual elite of her century.
When the fairies of Pine Lake, a small enchanted town in Washington State, use a significant magical spell to keep Lexi alive, they are faced with unforeseen outcomes. The inhabitants suffer the most brutal consequences that come along with powerful blood magic. As the risk of the magic begins to unfold, the residents face a crisis as cunning enemies appear in the night, killing and wreaking havoc while trying to tear the community apart. After being broken apart by distance and circumstance, Lexi and Alexander must do everything in their power to save their home and everything they love. With everyone and everything they care about on the line, can Lexi and Alexander protect their magical hometown? The Omega is the third and final novel in this enchanting supernatural series. Be sure to read the first book "Warrior" and the second book "Supremacy" in the Superhumans' series.
Although London and Dominick grew up on the same block, they're from completely different worlds. She's bougie and he's hood.They'd been best friends since they were young and Dom had always been protective of her since day one. And he had no problem knockin' somebody out, when it came to London.Their attraction for each other had always been there and anyone could see that, but neither of them spoke up, until Dom got locked up. After serving a two year sentence, his release date is finally approaching, and all he wants when he gets out, is London.London had always been a ride or die chick for Dom and she's been counting down the days for him to be a free man. And with her favorite time of the year approaching, she's hoping it won't be like any other, because all she really wants for Christmas, is Dom.
The purpose of "Don't Lose Your Krown" is that most women, men, young girls, and boys struggle or have struggled with obstacles in their lives that caused them to lose their krown or almost lose their krown. Sometimes dealing with life learned lessons that don't feel good, may cause us to feel as if we aren't worthy enough to wear our "Krown." We sometimes tend to lose our "Krown" by not knowing our self-worth and having that self-confidence. We need to always know our self-worth and whatever we go through that we can grow through it. Stand strong and know who you are. So don't be dismayed by the pain and hurt that life has caused. If we don't stand for something, then we will fall for anything. We all have a purpose & plan for our lives, we all have different stories, but we can get through it with God by our side.
A modern take on Southern cooking with 100+ accessible Southern recipes and hospitality tips, from Kelsey Barnard Clark, 2016 Top Chef winner and Fan Favorite From preeminent chef, multitasking mom, proud Southerner, and 2016 Top Chef winner Kelsey Barnard Clark comes this fresh take on Southern cooking and entertaining. In Southern Grit, Kelsey Barnard Clark presents more than 100 recipes that are made to be shared with family and friends. Indulge your loved ones in delicious modern Southern meals, including Bomb Nachos, Savannah Peach Sangria, Roasted Chicken and Drippin' Veggies, and six variations of Icebox Cookies. Featuring beautifully styled shots of finished dishes and the Southern home style, as well as Kelsey Barnard Clark's tips for stocking the pantry, entertaining with ease, and keeping your house guest-ready (with or without toddlers). Readers of Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines and Whiskey in a Teacup by Reese Witherspoon, fans of Kelsey Barnard Clark and her stint on Top Chef, and any home cooks who love cooking and serving Southern food, have a young family, and like to host guests will appreciate these modern homemaking tips, the approachable instruction, and the contemporary repertoire of recipes that brim with flavors of the Deep South. SOUTHERN FOOD IS PERENNIALLY POPULAR: With 100 simple recipes that cover all occasions, plus entertaining tips throughout the book, Southern Grit has wide-ranging appeal for the broad audience of people who love Southern flavors. TOP CHEF WINNER & FAN FAVORITE: Kelsey Barnard Clark’s personality and talent were showcased on Top Chef, leading her to win the title of Fan Favorite in addition to winning the season overall—only the second time in 16 seasons when that’s happened. Perfect for: • Fans of TOP CHEF and Kelsey Barnard Clark • Southerners and fans of Southern cooking • Home cooks who like to host and entertain • Home cooks with young families
Southern Grit author, Top Chef winner, TV personality, and queen of Southern hospitality Kelsey Barnard Clark presents more than 100 irresistible recipes perfect for a crowd, plus all the expert wisdom and inspiration you need to host exceptional gatherings. “A perfect guide for planning gatherings of any size; great for any collection.”—Library Journal, starred reviewCall some friends, arrange some flowers, and whip up a quick bite. Let’s get the party started, y’all! Chef Kelsey Barnard Clark catered her first wedding at age fifteen and has been hosting events ever since. In these pages, Kelsey distills her hard-earned party-planning wisdom into practical advice for newbie and experienced hosts alike: “I’ve made all the mistakes already, lived to tell the tale, and want to give you the benefit of my experience so you can stop worrying and start celebrating. This is a self-help book for throwing the damn party.” With more than 100 crowd-pleasing recipes, this book has everything you need to do just that, demonstrating how easy it can be to host anything from a casual stop-by, low country boil, or BYO burger night to a bridal shower brunch, formal French dinner, or hunting season feast. No matter the event, Kelsey’s wide-ranging and accessible recipes make entertaining a joy, never a chore. Recipes include such gems as: NOLA Barbecue Shrimp Southern-Style Ramen KBC’s Smoked Brisket Zucchini Gratin White Sparkling Sangria Bananas Foster And many more Southern classics with a twist (and classics with a Southern twist) like Jambalaya, Hot Honey Chicken, Green Pickled Tomatoes, and Beignets Helpful tips on tablescaping, flower arranging, menu planning, food buying, and more ensure you have the confidence and know-how to pull off a memorable celebration of any size. Brimming with beautiful food and lifestyle photography, Southern Get-Togethers is a must-have manual on Southern hospitality and a lively, delicious, all-around cookbook that’s calling for a space on your shelf.
Packed with expert insights, practical tools, and a library of resources, this book teaches everything you need to know to build design focused, professional websites that deliver inspiring user experiences from signup to launch. Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Use a hands-on approach and professional insights to design a custom website on Squarespace 7.1 and Fluid Engine Launch a website on your domain with features like commerce, member areas, blogging and scheduling Grow your audience with a mobile-optimized website you can own, edit, and update Book DescriptionYou've heard about Squarespace; maybe you've even started a trial site, but you haven't gotten around to actually launching it yet. It looks simple enough and feels like it should be easy, so why is it such a challenge? Author and Squarespace expert Kelsey Gilbert-Kreiling is here to help. Squarespace from Signup to Launch a comprehensive guide to customizing the most design-focused and user-friendly website builder in the no-code world. More than a technical manual, the book will help you prepare to build a website, explain the foundational knowledge behind Squarespace 7.1 and Fluid Engine, and introduce you to a professional designer's mindset. Readers will learn how to build forms, use content blocks, optimize websites for mobile, build an online store, and become comfortable with Squarespace's built-in SEO, marketing, and analytics tools. Learn from Squarespace experts Christy Price, Will Myers, David Iskander, Kristine Neil, Kathryn Joachim, Beatriz Caraballo, Justin Mabee, Shelly Price and more, with professional insights and resources in each chapter. By the end of the book, you will have gained the confidence needed to build professional Squarespace websites with the developer's technical knowledge, project organization, and design intuition. You won’t just launch your site; you’ll be proud to share it with the world.What you will learn Build a website on Squarespace, step by step, with expert insights and practical tips Plan your site content with an easy-to-understand outline Source and create the visual elements needed for a professional site Go beyond pre-set templates to create a polished design from navigation to footer Use advanced tools such as commerce, scheduling, member areas, blogging and email campaigns Integrate custom code to enhance the design and functionality of your project Optimize your website for mobile view and search engine visibility Market your site and grow your audience after launch Who this book is forIf you are interested in building a website on the Squarespace platform, including its newest versions, 7.1 and Fluid Engine, then this book is for you. Maybe you’re a brand designer with little or no code experience or perhaps you’re an entrepreneur who needs a website you can own and use. You could even be a website designer versed in other platforms looking to expand your skills to a new tool. No matter your entry point, this book will offer an understanding of the why and how of Squarespace, preparing you to use it as a go-to practical guide.
Our days are busier than ever. In our rush to juggle it all, we often forget to recenter and reconnect - especially at the end of a long day. This thoughtfully designed journal is a companion for doing just that.Filled with inspiring quotes, powerful meditations, and practical tips, the pages in this journal will help you tap into your deepest desires, reflect on how far you've come, and embrace the answers you already have.A meaningful gift for oneself or a loved one, this journal will help you live in alignment, bring mindfulness into your daily life and carve out time for the things that bring you lasting joy.
Our days are busier than ever. In our rush to juggle it all, we often forget to recenter and reconnect - especially at the end of a long day. This thoughtfully designed journal is a companion for doing just that.Filled with inspiring quotes, powerful meditations, and practical tips, the pages in this journal will help you tap into your deepest desires, reflect on how far you've come, and embrace the answers you already have.A meaningful gift for oneself or a loved one, this journal will help you live in alignment, bring mindfulness into your daily life and carve out time for the things that bring you lasting joy.
Did you know that you can manifest anything you truly desire? Too often we create false narratives in our minds that hold us back from where we want to go. We can think that we are not strong enough, not clever enough, that dreams come true only for others - and the list of stories goes on. But in fact, each of us has our own unique magical abilities that will take us exactly where we desire to go. This guided journal will give you the key techniques needed to activate your magical powers and put them into practice weekly. Whether you'd like to manifest bringing more peace into your daily life or achieving your wildest dreams, this journal is for you.
Did you know that you can manifest anything you truly desire? Too often we create false narratives in our minds that hold us back from where we want to go. We can think that we are not strong enough, not clever enough, that dreams come true only for others - and the list of stories goes on. But in fact, each of us has our own unique magical abilities that will take us exactly where we desire to go. This guided journal will give you the key techniques needed to activate your magical powers and put them into practice weekly. Whether you'd like to manifest bringing more peace into your daily life or achieving your wildest dreams, this journal is for you.
Self-love is everything. It allows us to connect with our inner magic, and has the power to make us feel inner peace and pure joy. But it can be hard to find time to show ourselves love when the stresses of day-to-day life take over. This is why The Self-Love Journal was created. The weekly prompts will help you to check in with yourself, set challenges for healthy growth, plan nourishing meals, and practice self-care activities. The monthly illustrated affirmations will empower you further on your mindful journey of self-discovery. Whether you're a longtime fan of journaling or just starting this powerful practice, you'll find the nurturing space you need on these well-designed and encouraging pages.
