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Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

  Featured author: Lisa Jackson Lisa Jackson can't keep away from murders ... Most popular at the top Left To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 In this first suspenseful book of a brand-new series, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jackson introduces two female detectives hunting for a twisted serial killer in Grizzly Falls, Montana, who leaves his victims exposed to the elements to die. more... Chosen to Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2009; US$ 6.39 In this follow-up to Jackson's popular suspense novel "Left to Die," Detective Selena Alvarez tries to track down her missing partner, who has been abducted by a twisted serial killer. Original. more... Absolute Fearby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 Every Serial Killer…. A serial killer is stalking the streets of New Orleans. The victims are killed in a ritual fashion, a series of numbers tattooed into their bodies. There are no clues, no connections except one: a crumbling old asylum that was once the scene of unspeakable madness—and is now the calling card of a new kind of fear. Is Searching For…. Eve Renner knows Our Lady of Virtues Hospital well. As the daughter of one of its doctors, she spent her childhood exploring its secrets chambers, hidden rooms, and forbidden passageways. Now, somewhere in the decaying asylum lies the key to a betrayal from the past whose echoes are being felt with a vengeance—a crime beyond imagining that seems to lead to Eve herself. The... more... If She Only Knewby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 5.59 She Woke Up With A New Face... Not only has Marla Cahill survived a deadly car accident, but her beautiful features have been restored through plastic surgery. She should be grateful. Instead, she's consumed by confusion...and panic. For the people gathered at her bedside--her family--are strangers. 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Almost Deadby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 6.39 A Woman Who Wants To Get Even - The first victim is pushed to her death. The second suffers a fatal overdose. The third takes a bullet to the heart. Three down, more to go. They're people who deserve to die. People who are in the way. And when she's finished, there will be no one left. Will Do Whatever It Takes For Revenge. Cissy Cahill's world is unraveling fast. One by one, members of her family are dying. Cissy's certain she's being watched. Or is she losing her mind? Lately she's heard footsteps when there's no one around, smelled a woman's perfume, and noticed small, personal items missing from her house. Cissy's right to be afraid--but not for the reason she thinks. The truth is much more terrifying... more... Fatal Burnby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2006; US$ 6.39 He's been waiting for this moment. With every kill, he can feel her getting closer. Very soon - just a few more victims to go. 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Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Mother's Day Gifts for Booklovers at All the Light We Cannot See The Dressmaker Author: Anthony Doerr WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.… more... Author: Rosalie Ham Tilly Dunnage left her hometown of Dungatar in rural Australia under a black cloud of accusation. Years later Tilly, now a couturier for the Paris fashion houses, returns home to make amends with her mentally unstable mother. Mid-century Dungatar is a small town, and small towns have long memories.more... Cometh the Hour Dear Mom Author: Jeffrey Archer Cometh the Hour opens with the reading of a suicide note, which has devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, Giles Barrington and Lady Virginia. Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics and try to rescue Karin, the woman he loves, from behind the Iron Curtain. more...   Author: Melody Carlson Raising a teen daughter can be like trying to chart a course underwater. You can drown in an ocean of one-word answers, defensive conversations, and unpredictable outbursts, and never get anywhere. Popular teen girls’ novelist Melody Carlson helps you cut through murky, deep, uncharted and seemingly unsafe waters ... more...   Save Our Sleep Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids Author: Tizzie Hall Tizzie Hall has gained an international reputation as a baby whisperer and miracle worker. Even from an early age, Tizzie knew how to read babies' body language and cries, and from that auspicious beginning she has developed a series of sleep routines that have provided parents and babies with a good night's sleep the world over. more... Author: Robert S Gotlin Dr. Rob's Fitness Guide for Kids with Sensible Parents emphasizes that fitness in children is a family issue, and that parents and children need to work together... more... The Pioneer Woman Cooks Spark Joy Author: Ree Drummond Paula Deen meets Erma Bombeck in The Pioneer Woman Cooks, Ree Drummond’s spirited, homespun cookbook. Drummond colorfully traces her transition from city life to ranch wife through recipes, photos, and pithy commentary based on her popular, award-winning blog... more...   Author: Marie Kondo Japanese decluttering Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method, with step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets... more... No-Drama Discipline Thanks, Mom Author: Daniel J. Siegel; Tina Payne Bryson Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears—without causing a scene.... more...   Author: Sherry Conway Appel; Allen Appel We can never thank our mothers enough for the special moments that make us cherish our childhood memories. It's those little things - trips to the park, playing Go Fish, bedtime snacks - that count for so much and that we sometimes take for granted.. This is the perfect gift for all occasions and moms! more...    

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

  Featured author: Lisa Jackson Lisa Jackson can't keep away from murders ... Most popular at the top Left To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 In this first suspenseful book of a brand-new series, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jackson introduces two female detectives hunting for a twisted serial killer in Grizzly Falls, Montana, who leaves his victims exposed to the elements to die. more... Chosen to Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2009; US$ 6.39 In this follow-up to Jackson's popular suspense novel "Left to Die," Detective Selena Alvarez tries to track down her missing partner, who has been abducted by a twisted serial killer. Original. more... Absolute Fearby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 Every Serial Killer…. A serial killer is stalking the streets of New Orleans. The victims are killed in a ritual fashion, a series of numbers tattooed into their bodies. There are no clues, no connections except one: a crumbling old asylum that was once the scene of unspeakable madness—and is now the calling card of a new kind of fear. Is Searching For…. Eve Renner knows Our Lady of Virtues Hospital well. As the daughter of one of its doctors, she spent her childhood exploring its secrets chambers, hidden rooms, and forbidden passageways. Now, somewhere in the decaying asylum lies the key to a betrayal from the past whose echoes are being felt with a vengeance—a crime beyond imagining that seems to lead to Eve herself. The... more... If She Only Knewby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 5.59 She Woke Up With A New Face... Not only has Marla Cahill survived a deadly car accident, but her beautiful features have been restored through plastic surgery. She should be grateful. Instead, she's consumed by confusion...and panic. For the people gathered at her bedside--her family--are strangers. And so is the woman whose haunted eyes stare back from the mirror. . . She Woke Up With No Memories... Secluded at the magnificent Cahill mansion, Marla waits for something to trigger recognition. Yet the only thing she's left with is the unshakable feeling that she is not who everyone says she is, and that something is very, very wrong. . . ...And She Woke Up To Murder. Determined to piece together the truth of her identity, she finds herself... more... Born To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2011; US$ 6.79 Appearances…. A sad, strange coincidence…that's Dr. Kacey Lambert's initial response to the deaths of two women who bear an uncanny resemblance to herself. It's not like there was any real connection between Kacey and the B-movie actress or the elementary school teacher. But Detective Selena Alvarez suspects otherwise. Can Be…. One of the bodies contained traces of poison at the time of death. Selena and her partner, Detective Regan Pescoli, can find no motive for murder. But Kacey has started to notice ties between the dead women's lives and her own-all close in age, born within miles of each other. And all have links to Trace O'Halleran, the man Kacey just started dating. Deadly…. The deeper Kacey digs,... more... Whispersby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2011; US$ 6.79 When Voices In The Night Become Whispers... In the chill of an Oregon night, a man plunges to his death. Another vanishes without a trace. A third drowns in the murky waters of a quiet lake. Alone in the dark, a ruthless killer is certain that every loose end has been cut, every enemy silenced except one... Be Afraid... It's been sixteen years since Claire St. John fled in terror from her family's home on Lake Arrowhead. Sixteen years since her fiancé?s tragic death and the shocking secret she promised never to reveal to anyone. But that was before journalist Kane Moran began probing the mystery of that horrible night, turning a light on the darkest corners of Claire's life, exposing her once again to a cold-blooded murderer?s vicious... more... The McCaffertys: Randiby lisa Jackson HQN Books 2007; US$ 6.30 Was hiding the identity of her child's father worth risking her life? Randi McCafferty seemed to believe so, and investigator Kurt Striker was hell-bent on changing her mind. Hired by her well-meaning but overbearing brothers to keep Randi and her son safe, Kurt knew the only way to eliminate the danger was to reveal Randi's darkest secret?any way he could. But in uncovering her guarded past, Kurt was forced to confront his own well-hidden desires: he wanted the very woman he'd been entrusted to protect. Yet Kurt feared having Randi in his bed would leave them both vulnerable to a force neither had ever imagined?. more... Almost Deadby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 6.39 A Woman Who Wants To Get Even - The first victim is pushed to her death. The second suffers a fatal overdose. The third takes a bullet to the heart. Three down, more to go. They're people who deserve to die. People who are in the way. And when she's finished, there will be no one left. Will Do Whatever It Takes For Revenge. Cissy Cahill's world is unraveling fast. One by one, members of her family are dying. Cissy's certain she's being watched. Or is she losing her mind? Lately she's heard footsteps when there's no one around, smelled a woman's perfume, and noticed small, personal items missing from her house. Cissy's right to be afraid--but not for the reason she thinks. The truth is much more terrifying... more... Fatal Burnby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2006; US$ 6.39 He's been waiting for this moment. With every kill, he can feel her getting closer. Very soon - just a few more victims to go. All he needed was the girl, Dani, and now that he has her, his plan is in motion, and no one can stop it. The police don't believe Shannon Flannery when she says someone is out there, watching her, trying to kill her. more... Shiverby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 6.39 The #1 "New York Times" bestselling author of "Fatal Burn" delivers her most powerful and terrifying novel yet. New Orleans detective Reuben Montoya returns to match wits with a twisted psychopath whose very presence makes his victims "shiver." more...  

Discounts and Special Offers Below are a few discounted titles from each of our 5 discount categories this month. Remember to tell your customers use the coupon code Categorysalecp to claim a 20% discount at the Payment Details page. Happy reading. New York Times Bestsellers eBook versions of the New York Times Best Sellers Monthly Special! 20% off in these categories. Use the coupon code Categorysalecp at the payment details page to claim your discount on ebooks in any of these categories: Body Mind Spirit Law Mathematics Poetry Travel *A few publishers don't allow discounting. Best Sellers A Stolen Life - Dugard, Jaycee A Dance with Dragons - Martin, George R.R. Smokin' Seventeen - Evanovich, Janet Now You See Her - Patterson, James; Ledwidge, Michael Look Again - Scottoline, Lisa The iPad Pocket Guide Carlson, JeffPearson Education This is the eBook version of the printed book. Quickly master all the features and functions of the iPad with this handy well-crafted pocket guide. Versatile, portable, powerful, ergonomically and functionally ... Android Application Development For Dummies Felker, DonnJohn Wiley & Sons, Inc. The fun and friendly guide to creating applications on the Android platform The popularity of the Android market is soaring with no sign of slowing down. The open nature of the Android OS offers programmers the freedom to access the ... Expressive Voice Culture Southwick, Jessie EldridgeThe Floating Press The Emerson System treats the voice as a natural reporter of the individual, constantly emphasizing the tendency of the voice to express appropriately any mental concept or state of feeling. This treatise is a setting forth of methods and principles ... Respect for Acting Hagen, Uta; Frankel, Haskel; Pierce, David HydeJohn Wiley & Sons, Inc. Respect for Acting. "This fascinating and detailed book about acting is Miss Hagen's credo, the accumulated wisdom of her years spent in intimate communion with her art. It is at once the voicing of her exacting standards for herself and those she ... Male Multiple Orgasm Pokras, SomrajUlysses Press This book teaches a man how to make love for hours while giving his partner absolute pleasure again and again. The skills taught in this book will turn any ordinary man, or even a premature finisher, into an amazing sexual partner who can continue ... 100 Ways to Keep Your Lover Link, Al; Copeland, Pala4 Freedoms eBooks Adult content, beautifully erotic, tastefully explicit. 111 erotic photos and illustrations 165 hot links ejaculation mastery, freeing female orgasm, health benefits of sex and more! Everything you need to live the good, sensual, ... The Way of the Warrior JotaroKensington Publishing Corp. He who knows when he can fight and when he cannot will be victorious.--Sun Tzu. The revered secrets of the Samurai code kishido are strictly for the strong of heart. The Way of the Warrior is a series of lessons that Jotaro's martial-arts master ... Golf For Dummies McCord, GaryJohn Wiley & Sons, Inc. When it comes to improving your golf game, everyone’s an expert, even other beginners who don’t play any better than you. Get help from real experts. Golf For Dummies, Third Edition, features easy-to-follow instructions for hitting the ... The Vitamin D Cure Dowd, James; Stafford, DianeJohn Wiley & Sons, Inc. Groundbreaking new research has traced the source of a wide array of to a single common factor—vitamin D deficiency. Leading rheumatologist and researcher Dr. James Dowd reveals the causes of vitamin D deficiency and offers a simple, ... The Ultimate New York Body Plan Kirsch, DavidMcGraw-Hill A fast and proven two -week program for the ultimate body transformation. David Kirsch, personal trainer and a fitness of the TV show ''Extreme Makeover,'' has whipped into shape some of the most famous bodies in America. Supermodels Heidi Klum ... Best Selling Fiction Titles Books that are definitely worth a read - our Best Selling Fiction Free Excerpts Free excerpts for titles which are new, noteworthy or strongly in demand this month. Just Arrived! We're adding hundreds of great titles each month. Recently Reduced Titles On Sale - Our favorite and most popular ebooks! John Wiley Bestsellers Bestsellers from John Wiley Featured Authors 20% off titles by our favorite authors! Visit the Cambridge University Press eBook Store Cambridge University Press, the oldest university press in the world, has just launched its own eBook Store, powered by eBooks.com. New York Times Bestsellers eBook versions of the New York Times Best Sellers! Get Rich Now Get control of your finances with our "Financial Independence Library" Gift Certificates Give the gift of reading with an eBooks.com Gift Certificate

Mother's Day Gifts for Booklovers at All the Light We Cannot See The Dressmaker Author: Anthony Doerr WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.… more... Author: Rosalie Ham Tilly Dunnage left her hometown of Dungatar in rural Australia under a black cloud of accusation. Years later Tilly, now a couturier for the Paris fashion houses, returns home to make amends with her mentally unstable mother. Mid-century Dungatar is a small town, and small towns have long memories.more... Cometh the Hour Dear Mom Author: Jeffrey Archer Cometh the Hour opens with the reading of a suicide note, which has devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, Giles Barrington and Lady Virginia. Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics and try to rescue Karin, the woman he loves, from behind the Iron Curtain. more...   Author: Melody Carlson Raising a teen daughter can be like trying to chart a course underwater. You can drown in an ocean of one-word answers, defensive conversations, and unpredictable outbursts, and never get anywhere. Popular teen girls’ novelist Melody Carlson helps you cut through murky, deep, uncharted and seemingly unsafe waters ... more...   Save Our Sleep Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids Author: Tizzie Hall Tizzie Hall has gained an international reputation as a baby whisperer and miracle worker. Even from an early age, Tizzie knew how to read babies' body language and cries, and from that auspicious beginning she has developed a series of sleep routines that have provided parents and babies with a good night's sleep the world over. more... Author: Robert S Gotlin Dr. Rob's Fitness Guide for Kids with Sensible Parents emphasizes that fitness in children is a family issue, and that parents and children need to work together... more... The Pioneer Woman Cooks Spark Joy Author: Ree Drummond Paula Deen meets Erma Bombeck in The Pioneer Woman Cooks, Ree Drummond’s spirited, homespun cookbook. Drummond colorfully traces her transition from city life to ranch wife through recipes, photos, and pithy commentary based on her popular, award-winning blog... more...   Author: Marie Kondo Japanese decluttering Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method, with step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets... more... No-Drama Discipline Thanks, Mom Author: Daniel J. Siegel; Tina Payne Bryson Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears—without causing a scene.... more...   Author: Sherry Conway Appel; Allen Appel We can never thank our mothers enough for the special moments that make us cherish our childhood memories. It's those little things - trips to the park, playing Go Fish, bedtime snacks - that count for so much and that we sometimes take for granted.. This is the perfect gift for all occasions and moms! more...    

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

  Featured author: Lisa Jackson Lisa Jackson can't keep away from murders ... Most popular at the top Left To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 In this first suspenseful book of a brand-new series, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jackson introduces two female detectives hunting for a twisted serial killer in Grizzly Falls, Montana, who leaves his victims exposed to the elements to die. more... Chosen to Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2009; US$ 6.39 In this follow-up to Jackson's popular suspense novel "Left to Die," Detective Selena Alvarez tries to track down her missing partner, who has been abducted by a twisted serial killer. Original. more... Absolute Fearby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 Every Serial Killer…. A serial killer is stalking the streets of New Orleans. The victims are killed in a ritual fashion, a series of numbers tattooed into their bodies. There are no clues, no connections except one: a crumbling old asylum that was once the scene of unspeakable madness—and is now the calling card of a new kind of fear. Is Searching For…. Eve Renner knows Our Lady of Virtues Hospital well. As the daughter of one of its doctors, she spent her childhood exploring its secrets chambers, hidden rooms, and forbidden passageways. Now, somewhere in the decaying asylum lies the key to a betrayal from the past whose echoes are being felt with a vengeance—a crime beyond imagining that seems to lead to Eve herself. The... more... If She Only Knewby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 5.59 She Woke Up With A New Face... Not only has Marla Cahill survived a deadly car accident, but her beautiful features have been restored through plastic surgery. She should be grateful. Instead, she's consumed by confusion...and panic. For the people gathered at her bedside--her family--are strangers. And so is the woman whose haunted eyes stare back from the mirror. . . She Woke Up With No Memories... Secluded at the magnificent Cahill mansion, Marla waits for something to trigger recognition. Yet the only thing she's left with is the unshakable feeling that she is not who everyone says she is, and that something is very, very wrong. . . ...And She Woke Up To Murder. Determined to piece together the truth of her identity, she finds herself... more... Born To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2011; US$ 6.79 Appearances…. A sad, strange coincidence…that's Dr. Kacey Lambert's initial response to the deaths of two women who bear an uncanny resemblance to herself. It's not like there was any real connection between Kacey and the B-movie actress or the elementary school teacher. But Detective Selena Alvarez suspects otherwise. Can Be…. One of the bodies contained traces of poison at the time of death. Selena and her partner, Detective Regan Pescoli, can find no motive for murder. 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Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Mother's Day Gifts for Booklovers at All the Light We Cannot See The Dressmaker Author: Anthony Doerr WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.… more... Author: Rosalie Ham Tilly Dunnage left her hometown of Dungatar in rural Australia under a black cloud of accusation. Years later Tilly, now a couturier for the Paris fashion houses, returns home to make amends with her mentally unstable mother. Mid-century Dungatar is a small town, and small towns have long memories.more... Cometh the Hour Dear Mom Author: Jeffrey Archer Cometh the Hour opens with the reading of a suicide note, which has devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, Giles Barrington and Lady Virginia. Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics and try to rescue Karin, the woman he loves, from behind the Iron Curtain. more...   Author: Melody Carlson Raising a teen daughter can be like trying to chart a course underwater. You can drown in an ocean of one-word answers, defensive conversations, and unpredictable outbursts, and never get anywhere. Popular teen girls’ novelist Melody Carlson helps you cut through murky, deep, uncharted and seemingly unsafe waters ... more...   Save Our Sleep Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids Author: Tizzie Hall Tizzie Hall has gained an international reputation as a baby whisperer and miracle worker. Even from an early age, Tizzie knew how to read babies' body language and cries, and from that auspicious beginning she has developed a series of sleep routines that have provided parents and babies with a good night's sleep the world over. more... Author: Robert S Gotlin Dr. Rob's Fitness Guide for Kids with Sensible Parents emphasizes that fitness in children is a family issue, and that parents and children need to work together... more... The Pioneer Woman Cooks Spark Joy Author: Ree Drummond Paula Deen meets Erma Bombeck in The Pioneer Woman Cooks, Ree Drummond’s spirited, homespun cookbook. Drummond colorfully traces her transition from city life to ranch wife through recipes, photos, and pithy commentary based on her popular, award-winning blog... more...   Author: Marie Kondo Japanese decluttering Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method, with step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets... more... No-Drama Discipline Thanks, Mom Author: Daniel J. Siegel; Tina Payne Bryson Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears—without causing a scene.... more...   Author: Sherry Conway Appel; Allen Appel We can never thank our mothers enough for the special moments that make us cherish our childhood memories. It's those little things - trips to the park, playing Go Fish, bedtime snacks - that count for so much and that we sometimes take for granted.. This is the perfect gift for all occasions and moms! more...    

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

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Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

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Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Mother's Day Gifts for Booklovers at All the Light We Cannot See The Dressmaker Author: Anthony Doerr WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.… more... Author: Rosalie Ham Tilly Dunnage left her hometown of Dungatar in rural Australia under a black cloud of accusation. Years later Tilly, now a couturier for the Paris fashion houses, returns home to make amends with her mentally unstable mother. Mid-century Dungatar is a small town, and small towns have long memories.more... Cometh the Hour Dear Mom Author: Jeffrey Archer Cometh the Hour opens with the reading of a suicide note, which has devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, Giles Barrington and Lady Virginia. Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics and try to rescue Karin, the woman he loves, from behind the Iron Curtain. more...   Author: Melody Carlson Raising a teen daughter can be like trying to chart a course underwater. You can drown in an ocean of one-word answers, defensive conversations, and unpredictable outbursts, and never get anywhere. Popular teen girls’ novelist Melody Carlson helps you cut through murky, deep, uncharted and seemingly unsafe waters ... more...   Save Our Sleep Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids Author: Tizzie Hall Tizzie Hall has gained an international reputation as a baby whisperer and miracle worker. Even from an early age, Tizzie knew how to read babies' body language and cries, and from that auspicious beginning she has developed a series of sleep routines that have provided parents and babies with a good night's sleep the world over. more... Author: Robert S Gotlin Dr. Rob's Fitness Guide for Kids with Sensible Parents emphasizes that fitness in children is a family issue, and that parents and children need to work together... more... The Pioneer Woman Cooks Spark Joy Author: Ree Drummond Paula Deen meets Erma Bombeck in The Pioneer Woman Cooks, Ree Drummond’s spirited, homespun cookbook. Drummond colorfully traces her transition from city life to ranch wife through recipes, photos, and pithy commentary based on her popular, award-winning blog... more...   Author: Marie Kondo Japanese decluttering Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method, with step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets... more... No-Drama Discipline Thanks, Mom Author: Daniel J. Siegel; Tina Payne Bryson Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears—without causing a scene.... more...   Author: Sherry Conway Appel; Allen Appel We can never thank our mothers enough for the special moments that make us cherish our childhood memories. It's those little things - trips to the park, playing Go Fish, bedtime snacks - that count for so much and that we sometimes take for granted.. This is the perfect gift for all occasions and moms! more...    

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

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Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

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Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

  Featured author: Lisa Jackson Lisa Jackson can't keep away from murders ... Most popular at the top Left To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 In this first suspenseful book of a brand-new series, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jackson introduces two female detectives hunting for a twisted serial killer in Grizzly Falls, Montana, who leaves his victims exposed to the elements to die. more... Chosen to Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2009; US$ 6.39 In this follow-up to Jackson's popular suspense novel "Left to Die," Detective Selena Alvarez tries to track down her missing partner, who has been abducted by a twisted serial killer. Original. more... Absolute Fearby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 Every Serial Killer…. A serial killer is stalking the streets of New Orleans. The victims are killed in a ritual fashion, a series of numbers tattooed into their bodies. 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Mother's Day Gifts for Booklovers at All the Light We Cannot See The Dressmaker Author: Anthony Doerr WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.… more... Author: Rosalie Ham Tilly Dunnage left her hometown of Dungatar in rural Australia under a black cloud of accusation. Years later Tilly, now a couturier for the Paris fashion houses, returns home to make amends with her mentally unstable mother. Mid-century Dungatar is a small town, and small towns have long memories.more... Cometh the Hour Dear Mom Author: Jeffrey Archer Cometh the Hour opens with the reading of a suicide note, which has devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, Giles Barrington and Lady Virginia. Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics and try to rescue Karin, the woman he loves, from behind the Iron Curtain. more...   Author: Melody Carlson Raising a teen daughter can be like trying to chart a course underwater. You can drown in an ocean of one-word answers, defensive conversations, and unpredictable outbursts, and never get anywhere. Popular teen girls’ novelist Melody Carlson helps you cut through murky, deep, uncharted and seemingly unsafe waters ... more...   Save Our Sleep Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids Author: Tizzie Hall Tizzie Hall has gained an international reputation as a baby whisperer and miracle worker. Even from an early age, Tizzie knew how to read babies' body language and cries, and from that auspicious beginning she has developed a series of sleep routines that have provided parents and babies with a good night's sleep the world over. more... Author: Robert S Gotlin Dr. Rob's Fitness Guide for Kids with Sensible Parents emphasizes that fitness in children is a family issue, and that parents and children need to work together... more... The Pioneer Woman Cooks Spark Joy Author: Ree Drummond Paula Deen meets Erma Bombeck in The Pioneer Woman Cooks, Ree Drummond’s spirited, homespun cookbook. Drummond colorfully traces her transition from city life to ranch wife through recipes, photos, and pithy commentary based on her popular, award-winning blog... more...   Author: Marie Kondo Japanese decluttering Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method, with step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets... more... No-Drama Discipline Thanks, Mom Author: Daniel J. Siegel; Tina Payne Bryson Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears—without causing a scene.... more...   Author: Sherry Conway Appel; Allen Appel We can never thank our mothers enough for the special moments that make us cherish our childhood memories. It's those little things - trips to the park, playing Go Fish, bedtime snacks - that count for so much and that we sometimes take for granted.. This is the perfect gift for all occasions and moms! more...    

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

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  Featured author: Lisa Jackson Lisa Jackson can't keep away from murders ... Most popular at the top Left To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 In this first suspenseful book of a brand-new series, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jackson introduces two female detectives hunting for a twisted serial killer in Grizzly Falls, Montana, who leaves his victims exposed to the elements to die. more... Chosen to Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2009; US$ 6.39 In this follow-up to Jackson's popular suspense novel "Left to Die," Detective Selena Alvarez tries to track down her missing partner, who has been abducted by a twisted serial killer. Original. more... Absolute Fearby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 Every Serial Killer…. A serial killer is stalking the streets of New Orleans. The victims are killed in a ritual fashion, a series of numbers tattooed into their bodies. 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All he needed was the girl, Dani, and now that he has her, his plan is in motion, and no one can stop it. The police don't believe Shannon Flannery when she says someone is out there, watching her, trying to kill her. more... Shiverby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 6.39 The #1 "New York Times" bestselling author of "Fatal Burn" delivers her most powerful and terrifying novel yet. New Orleans detective Reuben Montoya returns to match wits with a twisted psychopath whose very presence makes his victims "shiver." more...  

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Mother's Day Gifts for Booklovers at All the Light We Cannot See The Dressmaker Author: Anthony Doerr WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.… more... Author: Rosalie Ham Tilly Dunnage left her hometown of Dungatar in rural Australia under a black cloud of accusation. Years later Tilly, now a couturier for the Paris fashion houses, returns home to make amends with her mentally unstable mother. Mid-century Dungatar is a small town, and small towns have long memories.more... Cometh the Hour Dear Mom Author: Jeffrey Archer Cometh the Hour opens with the reading of a suicide note, which has devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, Giles Barrington and Lady Virginia. Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics and try to rescue Karin, the woman he loves, from behind the Iron Curtain. more...   Author: Melody Carlson Raising a teen daughter can be like trying to chart a course underwater. You can drown in an ocean of one-word answers, defensive conversations, and unpredictable outbursts, and never get anywhere. Popular teen girls’ novelist Melody Carlson helps you cut through murky, deep, uncharted and seemingly unsafe waters ... more...   Save Our Sleep Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids Author: Tizzie Hall Tizzie Hall has gained an international reputation as a baby whisperer and miracle worker. Even from an early age, Tizzie knew how to read babies' body language and cries, and from that auspicious beginning she has developed a series of sleep routines that have provided parents and babies with a good night's sleep the world over. more... Author: Robert S Gotlin Dr. Rob's Fitness Guide for Kids with Sensible Parents emphasizes that fitness in children is a family issue, and that parents and children need to work together... more... The Pioneer Woman Cooks Spark Joy Author: Ree Drummond Paula Deen meets Erma Bombeck in The Pioneer Woman Cooks, Ree Drummond’s spirited, homespun cookbook. Drummond colorfully traces her transition from city life to ranch wife through recipes, photos, and pithy commentary based on her popular, award-winning blog... more...   Author: Marie Kondo Japanese decluttering Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method, with step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets... more... No-Drama Discipline Thanks, Mom Author: Daniel J. Siegel; Tina Payne Bryson Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears—without causing a scene.... more...   Author: Sherry Conway Appel; Allen Appel We can never thank our mothers enough for the special moments that make us cherish our childhood memories. It's those little things - trips to the park, playing Go Fish, bedtime snacks - that count for so much and that we sometimes take for granted.. This is the perfect gift for all occasions and moms! more...    

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

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  Featured author: Lisa Jackson Lisa Jackson can't keep away from murders ... Most popular at the top Left To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 In this first suspenseful book of a brand-new series, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jackson introduces two female detectives hunting for a twisted serial killer in Grizzly Falls, Montana, who leaves his victims exposed to the elements to die. more... Chosen to Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2009; US$ 6.39 In this follow-up to Jackson's popular suspense novel "Left to Die," Detective Selena Alvarez tries to track down her missing partner, who has been abducted by a twisted serial killer. Original. more... Absolute Fearby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 Every Serial Killer…. A serial killer is stalking the streets of New Orleans. The victims are killed in a ritual fashion, a series of numbers tattooed into their bodies. There are no clues, no connections except one: a crumbling old asylum that was once the scene of unspeakable madness—and is now the calling card of a new kind of fear. Is Searching For…. Eve Renner knows Our Lady of Virtues Hospital well. As the daughter of one of its doctors, she spent her childhood exploring its secrets chambers, hidden rooms, and forbidden passageways. Now, somewhere in the decaying asylum lies the key to a betrayal from the past whose echoes are being felt with a vengeance—a crime beyond imagining that seems to lead to Eve herself. The... more... If She Only Knewby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 5.59 She Woke Up With A New Face... Not only has Marla Cahill survived a deadly car accident, but her beautiful features have been restored through plastic surgery. She should be grateful. Instead, she's consumed by confusion...and panic. For the people gathered at her bedside--her family--are strangers. 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Mother's Day Gifts for Booklovers at All the Light We Cannot See The Dressmaker Author: Anthony Doerr WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.… more... Author: Rosalie Ham Tilly Dunnage left her hometown of Dungatar in rural Australia under a black cloud of accusation. Years later Tilly, now a couturier for the Paris fashion houses, returns home to make amends with her mentally unstable mother. Mid-century Dungatar is a small town, and small towns have long memories.more... Cometh the Hour Dear Mom Author: Jeffrey Archer Cometh the Hour opens with the reading of a suicide note, which has devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, Giles Barrington and Lady Virginia. Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics and try to rescue Karin, the woman he loves, from behind the Iron Curtain. more...   Author: Melody Carlson Raising a teen daughter can be like trying to chart a course underwater. You can drown in an ocean of one-word answers, defensive conversations, and unpredictable outbursts, and never get anywhere. Popular teen girls’ novelist Melody Carlson helps you cut through murky, deep, uncharted and seemingly unsafe waters ... more...   Save Our Sleep Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids Author: Tizzie Hall Tizzie Hall has gained an international reputation as a baby whisperer and miracle worker. Even from an early age, Tizzie knew how to read babies' body language and cries, and from that auspicious beginning she has developed a series of sleep routines that have provided parents and babies with a good night's sleep the world over. more... Author: Robert S Gotlin Dr. Rob's Fitness Guide for Kids with Sensible Parents emphasizes that fitness in children is a family issue, and that parents and children need to work together... more... The Pioneer Woman Cooks Spark Joy Author: Ree Drummond Paula Deen meets Erma Bombeck in The Pioneer Woman Cooks, Ree Drummond’s spirited, homespun cookbook. Drummond colorfully traces her transition from city life to ranch wife through recipes, photos, and pithy commentary based on her popular, award-winning blog... more...   Author: Marie Kondo Japanese decluttering Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method, with step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets... more... No-Drama Discipline Thanks, Mom Author: Daniel J. Siegel; Tina Payne Bryson Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears—without causing a scene.... more...   Author: Sherry Conway Appel; Allen Appel We can never thank our mothers enough for the special moments that make us cherish our childhood memories. It's those little things - trips to the park, playing Go Fish, bedtime snacks - that count for so much and that we sometimes take for granted.. This is the perfect gift for all occasions and moms! more...    

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

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Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

  Featured author: Lisa Jackson Lisa Jackson can't keep away from murders ... Most popular at the top Left To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 In this first suspenseful book of a brand-new series, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jackson introduces two female detectives hunting for a twisted serial killer in Grizzly Falls, Montana, who leaves his victims exposed to the elements to die. more... Chosen to Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2009; US$ 6.39 In this follow-up to Jackson's popular suspense novel "Left to Die," Detective Selena Alvarez tries to track down her missing partner, who has been abducted by a twisted serial killer. Original. more... Absolute Fearby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 Every Serial Killer…. A serial killer is stalking the streets of New Orleans. The victims are killed in a ritual fashion, a series of numbers tattooed into their bodies. There are no clues, no connections except one: a crumbling old asylum that was once the scene of unspeakable madness—and is now the calling card of a new kind of fear. Is Searching For…. Eve Renner knows Our Lady of Virtues Hospital well. As the daughter of one of its doctors, she spent her childhood exploring its secrets chambers, hidden rooms, and forbidden passageways. Now, somewhere in the decaying asylum lies the key to a betrayal from the past whose echoes are being felt with a vengeance—a crime beyond imagining that seems to lead to Eve herself. The... more... If She Only Knewby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 5.59 She Woke Up With A New Face... Not only has Marla Cahill survived a deadly car accident, but her beautiful features have been restored through plastic surgery. She should be grateful. Instead, she's consumed by confusion...and panic. For the people gathered at her bedside--her family--are strangers. And so is the woman whose haunted eyes stare back from the mirror. . . She Woke Up With No Memories... Secluded at the magnificent Cahill mansion, Marla waits for something to trigger recognition. Yet the only thing she's left with is the unshakable feeling that she is not who everyone says she is, and that something is very, very wrong. . . ...And She Woke Up To Murder. Determined to piece together the truth of her identity, she finds herself... more... Born To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2011; US$ 6.79 Appearances…. A sad, strange coincidence…that's Dr. Kacey Lambert's initial response to the deaths of two women who bear an uncanny resemblance to herself. It's not like there was any real connection between Kacey and the B-movie actress or the elementary school teacher. But Detective Selena Alvarez suspects otherwise. Can Be…. One of the bodies contained traces of poison at the time of death. Selena and her partner, Detective Regan Pescoli, can find no motive for murder. But Kacey has started to notice ties between the dead women's lives and her own-all close in age, born within miles of each other. And all have links to Trace O'Halleran, the man Kacey just started dating. Deadly…. The deeper Kacey digs,... more... Whispersby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2011; US$ 6.79 When Voices In The Night Become Whispers... In the chill of an Oregon night, a man plunges to his death. Another vanishes without a trace. A third drowns in the murky waters of a quiet lake. Alone in the dark, a ruthless killer is certain that every loose end has been cut, every enemy silenced except one... Be Afraid... It's been sixteen years since Claire St. John fled in terror from her family's home on Lake Arrowhead. Sixteen years since her fiancé?s tragic death and the shocking secret she promised never to reveal to anyone. But that was before journalist Kane Moran began probing the mystery of that horrible night, turning a light on the darkest corners of Claire's life, exposing her once again to a cold-blooded murderer?s vicious... more... The McCaffertys: Randiby lisa Jackson HQN Books 2007; US$ 6.30 Was hiding the identity of her child's father worth risking her life? Randi McCafferty seemed to believe so, and investigator Kurt Striker was hell-bent on changing her mind. Hired by her well-meaning but overbearing brothers to keep Randi and her son safe, Kurt knew the only way to eliminate the danger was to reveal Randi's darkest secret?any way he could. But in uncovering her guarded past, Kurt was forced to confront his own well-hidden desires: he wanted the very woman he'd been entrusted to protect. Yet Kurt feared having Randi in his bed would leave them both vulnerable to a force neither had ever imagined?. more... Almost Deadby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 6.39 A Woman Who Wants To Get Even - The first victim is pushed to her death. The second suffers a fatal overdose. The third takes a bullet to the heart. Three down, more to go. They're people who deserve to die. People who are in the way. And when she's finished, there will be no one left. Will Do Whatever It Takes For Revenge. Cissy Cahill's world is unraveling fast. One by one, members of her family are dying. Cissy's certain she's being watched. Or is she losing her mind? Lately she's heard footsteps when there's no one around, smelled a woman's perfume, and noticed small, personal items missing from her house. Cissy's right to be afraid--but not for the reason she thinks. The truth is much more terrifying... more... Fatal Burnby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2006; US$ 6.39 He's been waiting for this moment. With every kill, he can feel her getting closer. Very soon - just a few more victims to go. All he needed was the girl, Dani, and now that he has her, his plan is in motion, and no one can stop it. The police don't believe Shannon Flannery when she says someone is out there, watching her, trying to kill her. more... Shiverby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2007; US$ 6.39 The #1 "New York Times" bestselling author of "Fatal Burn" delivers her most powerful and terrifying novel yet. New Orleans detective Reuben Montoya returns to match wits with a twisted psychopath whose very presence makes his victims "shiver." more...  

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

Mother's Day Gifts for Booklovers at All the Light We Cannot See The Dressmaker Author: Anthony Doerr WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the beautiful, stunningly ambitious instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.… more... Author: Rosalie Ham Tilly Dunnage left her hometown of Dungatar in rural Australia under a black cloud of accusation. Years later Tilly, now a couturier for the Paris fashion houses, returns home to make amends with her mentally unstable mother. Mid-century Dungatar is a small town, and small towns have long memories.more... Cometh the Hour Dear Mom Author: Jeffrey Archer Cometh the Hour opens with the reading of a suicide note, which has devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, Giles Barrington and Lady Virginia. Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics and try to rescue Karin, the woman he loves, from behind the Iron Curtain. more...   Author: Melody Carlson Raising a teen daughter can be like trying to chart a course underwater. You can drown in an ocean of one-word answers, defensive conversations, and unpredictable outbursts, and never get anywhere. Popular teen girls’ novelist Melody Carlson helps you cut through murky, deep, uncharted and seemingly unsafe waters ... more...   Save Our Sleep Dr. Rob's Guide to Raising Fit Kids Author: Tizzie Hall Tizzie Hall has gained an international reputation as a baby whisperer and miracle worker. Even from an early age, Tizzie knew how to read babies' body language and cries, and from that auspicious beginning she has developed a series of sleep routines that have provided parents and babies with a good night's sleep the world over. more... Author: Robert S Gotlin Dr. Rob's Fitness Guide for Kids with Sensible Parents emphasizes that fitness in children is a family issue, and that parents and children need to work together... more... The Pioneer Woman Cooks Spark Joy Author: Ree Drummond Paula Deen meets Erma Bombeck in The Pioneer Woman Cooks, Ree Drummond’s spirited, homespun cookbook. Drummond colorfully traces her transition from city life to ranch wife through recipes, photos, and pithy commentary based on her popular, award-winning blog... more...   Author: Marie Kondo Japanese decluttering Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes—and lives—across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method, with step-by-step folding illustrations for everything from shirts to socks, plus drawings of perfectly organized drawers and closets... more... No-Drama Discipline Thanks, Mom Author: Daniel J. Siegel; Tina Payne Bryson Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehavior, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears—without causing a scene.... more...   Author: Sherry Conway Appel; Allen Appel We can never thank our mothers enough for the special moments that make us cherish our childhood memories. It's those little things - trips to the park, playing Go Fish, bedtime snacks - that count for so much and that we sometimes take for granted.. This is the perfect gift for all occasions and moms! more...    

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Bestsellers in Romance 1 A Countess by Christmas By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical The Earl of Bridgemere is happy to encourage his reputation as a curmudgeonly recluse if it repels the grasping females who usually attend his lavish Christmas parties. Helen Forrest is like a breath of fresh air, uninterested in his wealth and not cowed by his temper. Bridgemere's seasonal duty suddenly becomes a pleasure as he sets about making Helen his countess—by Christmas!. more... 2 Mistress by Midnight By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Merryn Fenner is on a mission to ruin the Duke of Farne. A beautiful bluestocking with a penchant for justice, Merryn has waited ten years to satisfy her revenge against sensual, mysterious Garrick Northesk. Her family name had been tarnished at his hands, her life destroyed. And now she intends to return the favor— more... 3 Stand-In Bride By: Boswell, Barbara Published by: Harlequin They called him America's most eligible bachelor, but high-powered executive Michael Fortune didn't want a wife. So he offered his faithful secretary, Julia Chandler, a surprising proposition: become his pretend bride--for a price. Then the world would think he was married, and he could get back to business. Michael never questioned why unassuming Julia agreed to his outlandish charade. Or what would happen once their convenient engagement became a passion-filled affair...producing an unexpected heir to the Fortune dynasty. more... 4 Sacred Sins By: Roberts, Nora Published by: Bantam Books Combining explosive suspense with sensual passion, the bestselling author of Carnal Innocence and The Reef turns up the heat in this classic tale, available for the first time in hardcover-the sizzling story of a man and woman on the trail of a demented killer. more... 5 The Viscount and the Virgin By: Burrows, Annie Published by: Harlequin Historical Imogen Hebden knew she was no diamond of the ton . A clumsy, gangling spinster more like! This last-chance Season was sure to be a disaster. What sort of suitor could she hope to catch?. Viscount Mildenhall, son of the Earl of Corfe, the most eligible, most arrogant rake in London, claimed to find her guileless ways irresistible. But even as inexperienced as she was, Imogen could tell he was in an indecent hurry--particularly when it came to producing an heir.... more... 6 The Firebrand By: Wiggs, Susan Published by: Harlequin Chicago is burning. And Lucy Hathaway is running for her life. As she rushes past a fine hotel engulfed in flames, a wrapped bundle tumbles from a window into her arms. Seconds later the building crumbles--and Lucy is astonished to discover the swaddled blanket contains a baby . Five years later Lucy walks into Rand Higgins's bank and knows: the orphan she rescued that day actually belongs to this ruthless financier. Now, to keep the child she's come to love, she'll have to give up her hard-won freedom and become his wife. But giving Rand her heart? That, she could never have expected... more... 7 Last Sacrifice By: Mead, Richelle Published by: Razorbill The astonishing final novel in Richelle Mead's epic series! Murder. Love. Jealousy. And the ultimate sacrifice. Now, with Rose on trial for her life and Lissa first in line for the Royal Throne, nothing will ever be the same between them. more... 8 Wicked Nights With a Lover By: Jordan, Sophie Published by: Harper Collins What should a proper lady do when she believes her days are numbered? Step One: Take a Lover . . . After being told she will not survive beyond the year's end, prim and lovely Marguerite Laurent intends to live what remains of her life to the very fullest. Though she may never know love, she will know passion... more... 9 Breathless By: Stuart, Anne Published by: Harlequin Ruined beyond repair and shunned by London society, lovely Miranda Rohan rebelliously embraces the freedom that comes from having nothing left to lose. However, this dangerous course throws her under ... more... 10 Whisper of Scandal By: Cornick, Nicola Published by: HQN Books Lady Joanna Ware has no desire to wed again but that doesn't stop the flurry of suitors knocking on her door. Desperate to thwart another proposal, Joanna brazenly kisses Arctic explorer.... more...

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

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  Featured author: Lisa Jackson Lisa Jackson can't keep away from murders ... Most popular at the top Left To Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 In this first suspenseful book of a brand-new series, #1 "New York Times"-bestselling author Jackson introduces two female detectives hunting for a twisted serial killer in Grizzly Falls, Montana, who leaves his victims exposed to the elements to die. more... Chosen to Dieby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2009; US$ 6.39 In this follow-up to Jackson's popular suspense novel "Left to Die," Detective Selena Alvarez tries to track down her missing partner, who has been abducted by a twisted serial killer. Original. more... Absolute Fearby Lisa Jackson Kensington 2008; US$ 6.39 Every Serial Killer…. A serial killer is stalking the streets of New Orleans. The victims are killed in a ritual fashion, a series of numbers tattooed into their bodies. 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Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

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Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.  

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Art Books Art Best Sellers 1. Dictionary of Symbols2. Post-Impressionism to World War II3. Creative Composition4. The Artist's Way5. A Dictionary of Modern and Contemporary Art6. The Confident Creative7. A Real Van Gogh8. Hollywood Cartoons9. The Visual Story10. The Metamorphosis11. The Cave and the Cathedral12. The Artist's Guide13. Encyclopedia of the Exquisite14. Memoirs of Journeys to Venice and the Low Countries15. The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition Featured Titles Figure Drawing for Dummies By: Okabayashi, Kensuke Published by: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies ... more... Price: $19.99 The Business of Being an Artist, Fourth Edition By: Grant, Daniel Published by: Allworth Press Fine artists are taught many things about the craft of art in the various art schools and university art programs, but rarely do they learn much if anything about how to make a career of their talents. ... more... Price: $27.50 The Visual Story By: Block, Bruce Published by: Elsevier First edition sold over 20,000 copies! NEW! Now in full color!... more... Price: $34.95 A Real Van Gogh By: Tromp, Henk Published by: Amsterdam University Press Vincent van Gogh's paintings and drawings are fabulously expensive. Millions of people admire his work, but are those masterpieces all genuine? To this day, the international art world struggles to ... more... Price: $49.50 101 Quick and Easy Ideas Taken from the Master Photographers of the Twentieth Century By: Bamberg, Matthew Published by: Course Technology PTR (a division of Cengage Learning) If you've ever found yourself looking at a photograph in a museum or gallery and thinking, "I can do that," this is the book for you. 101 QUICK AND EASY IDEAS TAKEN FROM THE MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS ... more... Price: $29.99 In Fashion By: Iverson, Annemarie Published by: Crown Publishing Group If you've ever dreamed of working at Vogue , photographing supermodels, or outfitting celebrities, In Fashion will equip you with everything you need to know to get an “in” into fashion. ... more... Price: $16.99 Acrylic Painting with Lee Hammond By: Hammond, Lee Published by: F+W Media Bestselling author Lee Hammond brings 20 years of professional experience to the popular medium of acrylic painting to provide everything the beginning artist needs to get started.... more... Price: $19.99 Arts with the Brain in Mind By: Jensen, Eric Published by: ASCD “How do the arts stack up as a major discipline? What is their effect on the brain, learning, and human development? How might schools best implement and assess an arts program?” Eric Jensen ... more... Price: $22.95 The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of the Renaissance By: Britannica Educational Publishing; McKenna, Amy (ed. ) Published by: Britannica Educational Publishing It has been said that when it comes to success, it isn't what you know, but who you know. The 100 Most Influential Painters & Sculptors of All Time is one title in this 8 book series, in which readers ... more... Price: $45.05 Encyclopedia of the Exquisite By: Jenkins, Jessica Kerwin Published by: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric ... more... Price: $27.95

How The USDA Grades Your Steak Making The Grade: The USDA And Your Steak For steak lovers, suppliers, and farmers alike, the USDA’s grading system is the holy standard for all things beef, from ribeye to New York strip.  But for those unfamiliar with how the USDA grades beef, the different grades and what they mean can be somewhat mystifying. It doesn’t help that certain restaurants, supermarkets, and suppliers are doing their best to confuse you so they can serve you inferior steaks. To make sure you’re getting the best steak possible, it’s important that you understand how the USDA’s system works. With this guide, you’ll learn about the different grades of beef, including Prime, Choice, and Select. You’ll also learn what the USDA looks for when judging cattle, and why marblingand age are so important to quality cuts. What To Look For And Why When purchasing steaks, always look for the USDA shield. Crafty restaurants, supermarkets, and wholesalers might say that they use their own, in-house ratings, or will call their steaks “prime” cuts, without using USDA certification. The best way to avoid getting cheated on your steak is to look for the USDA seal. For restaurants: Ask for the USDA rating. If your server skirts the topic, that’s a warning sign. For supermarkets and wholesalers: Look for the USDA seal. If you cannot find it (it might be on the bottom of the package), the meat is not USDA certified. The Upper Cuts: Prime, Choice, and Select The USDA has eight grades for beef, but you will probably find only three labelled grades at your local supermarket or butcher shop. These are Prime, Choice, and Select. USDA PRIME is reserved for the best cuts of beef. Just 3% of steaks get labelled Prime. Steaks of this grade are quickly bought by five-star restaurants and upscale wholesalers. Because of this, Prime steaks are rarely found in supermarkets or grocery stores. Prime cuts are sourced from younger steers, and are abundant in marbling and reddish-pink in color. They are the most tender, juicy, and flavorful steaks on the market. USDA CHOICE is the step below Prime. USDA Choice cuts are available in most grocery stores and medium-priced restaurants. A Choice steak often has the same reddish-pink color of a Prime cut, but lacks the same level of marbling. The amount of marbling found in Choice cuts can vary widely. It is wise to inspect a Choice steak to see how much marbling it contains. Depending on the cut, a Choice steak may require slower cooking or a marinade to bring out its tenderness and flavor. USDA SELECT steaks sit at the lower end of the quality cuts. Because of the low level of marbling found in Select cuts, they usually require marinating. Salt-rich or acidic sauces/marinades can also help tenderize Select steaks, as salt and acids soften and help to break down tougher tissues. Select steaks also benefit from longer cooking times at lower temperatures. Grading Criteria: What Makes A Great Steak USDA grades are based on what makes a steak as tender, juicy, and flavorful as possible. There are two main criteria that help graders determine which cattle produce the best beef. Marbling, also known as “intra-muscular fat,” is the most prized feature in steaks. Marbling is characterized by thin streaks of fat between muscle tissue. When cooked, the fat melts. This gives the meat unparalleled tenderness and a rich, buttery flavor. Age is another important factor in steak quality. Younger steaks are more tender and flavorful than older cuts of meat. Because of this, most Prime and Choice steaks come from steers 1 to 3 years in age. Steak age is usually determined by the color of the meat, as steaks turn a deeper, darker color as they age. The “Other” Grades There are five other grades of beef used by the USDA. The two medium grades – Standard and Commercial – result in lower quality cuts. For steaks, these cuts are usually left unlabelled, or get turned into ground beef. Many stores will sell unlabelled Standard or Commercial grade steaks under in-house labels, which is why it’s so important to keep an eye out for the USDA seal. Cattle that receive one of the lowest three grades – Utility, Cutter, and Canner – are used for cheaper ground beef, hot dogs, or pet food. Luckily, steaks of this grade are rarely (if ever) sold by grocery stores, butchers, or wholesalers. Any of the five lower grades should be avoided when purchasing steaks. Prime Time: Grill Meets Grade Now that you know how to find the best steaks, it’s time to put knowledge to practice. With a firm grasp of the USDA grading system, you’ll be able to find a wholesaler, butcher, or grocery store you can trust to deliver high-quality cuts. And remember: grade-A steaks deserve grade-A grillers and recipes.