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1) Memory piece
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"Three Asian American teenagers meet in the New York suburbs in the 1980s. Drawn together by their shared sense of alienation from their conventionally domestic immigrant families, each wants to live a meaningful life. They envision a future defined by freedom and creativity, but on the brink of adulthood in New York City, their fortunes quickly diverge. Giselle Chin is a performance artist, pushing the boundaries of the form while socializing with...
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A JOURNEY TO FORGIVENESS AND SELF LOVE
The Beauty in Broken is a deeply personal and touching collection of poems that illuminate the uniquely beautiful journey of healing after the loss of love. This compilation offers a sparkling glimpse into the intricate pathway toward self-love and the complex nature of healing.
The poems within these pages capture the poignant moment of releasing past pain and the realization that you have the power to provide...
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This is a compendium of the author's Indian stage and radio plays: "Slighted Souls" is a poignant love story set in rural Telangana, beset with feudal exploitation of the downtrodden dalits. Besides forcing the dalits to toil in the fields as bonded labor without impunity, the land owning doras had no qualms in reducing the womenfolk of this ilk as sex slaves in the gadis, which leads to an armed resistance engulfing an young couple.
Men at work...
4) Dayo
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An elegant debut collection that illuminates the contours of un/belonging.
Dayo: a Tagalog word referring to someone who exists in a place not their own. A wanderer, migrant worker, exile or simply a stranger. At its core, the poems in Dayo interrogate whether belonging can exist in a society suffused with violence. Here, the poet, as a stranger, confronts the politics of recognition by offering his vision. Reflexive and lyrical, this collection...
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How to Draw Anime: The Simplified Guide to Drawing Anime & Manga for Beginners
If you want to learn how to draw Anime & Manga-style characters, this book is for you. The author is an experienced artist who loves to create Anime & Manga characters. In this book, you will be guided step-by-step in the techniques of:
• Drawing the Anime Head
• Drawing Dynamic Head Angles
• How to Draw Anime Eyes
• How to Draw Anime Nose and Mouth
• Drawing...
7) Deletion
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The book revisits modern preoccupations and passions present in the author's world through karmic experience and an understanding of human flaws.
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Although paper cutting has existed with human beings for thousands of years, there is no writing material to summarize its principles and detailed techniques. After more than 50 years of practice, and based on the previous published works, this author summarized the language of paper cutting and applied the composition rule to paper cutting. In this book, the author attempts to introduce the basic principles for paper cutting to readers.After more...
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Miscarriage, Unfair Life is a collection of poems about hope, loss, and resilience in the face of miscarriage. Through vivid imagery and powerful emotion, readers will follow an exploration of personal journeys in grief, pain, and healing. Themes of love, grief, bring readers on a healing journey through each stage of grief. The book is full of poems that capture the devastation of miscarriage and the need to recover. The emotions evoked in these...
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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Vietnam. From the tantalizing crunch of crispy fried wontons to the comforting embrace of chicken pho, this cookbook celebrates the rich tapestry of flavors that define Vietnamese gastronomy.Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary adventurer, these recipes are designed to bring the spirit of Vietnam straight to your kitchen.Prepare to be inspired, and captivated as you bring the essence of Vietnam...
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Embark on a journey of tranquility and reflection with "Calmness of Being: Poetry" by Stephy Samurai. In this captivating collection, Samurai invites readers to immerse themselves in the serene beauty of haiku. Each verse delicately crafted, evoking moments of stillness and profound introspection. Through the simplicity of nature-inspired imagery, Samurai captures the essence of existence, inviting readers to pause, breathe, and find solace in the...
12) Asian Cookbook
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"Asian Cookbook" is your ultimate guide to exploring the diverse and vibrant flavors of Asian cuisine. With over 100 dishes meticulously detailed, this cookbook offers a comprehensive tour through the culinary landscapes of East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, and Western Asia.Embark on a gastronomic adventure starting in East Asia, where you'll savor the rich aromas of China's Peking Duck, the delicate tastes of Japanese Sushi, and...
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This book was written so that I could share with my family, friends and those interested in China the stories and experiences of 10 years travelling and working in China and the impact it had on me. In the words of my friend and a colleague, Professor Wang, "From the book we can see how his life was in China: What he encountered, experienced, what he liked and disliked, what he expected and what was unexpected. His life in Tianjin made a big difference...
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Discover a wide range of delicious and simple to cook curry recipes inside my new curry recipe book, Curry Cookbook: A Selection of Delicious & Easy Curry Recipes. A must-read book for anyone wanting to discover new curry recipes or for those who want to explore the world of simple to prepare, easy to cook and tasty curry dishes from India. Inside my new curry cookbook, you will discover: Delicious Curry Recipes.A selection of delicious and flavorful...
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I always had felt the deep desire to write about my unusual journey from Saigon to Ottawa, which occurred during the first thirty-four years of my existence.
My story is a story of faith as I converted to the Roman Catholic faith in 1962 in Belgium.
As a witness of Vietnam history thanks to my family whose many members and friends had been part of that history I had served also the Republic of Vietnam, but my diplomatic position was cut short by...
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When my family finds out that a corporate chain bakery is going to open right next to our shop, we can't help freaking out. I try to stay positive and tell my family that there's no way a soulless corporate chain's mooncakes could compare to Grandma's. But even without competition, our little bakery is struggling to make ends meet.When a gorgeous guy asks me out on a date, I think there might be some August Moon magic in the air.Then I discover that...
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'Food and culture go hand in hand; as life moves on, we win some and we lose some. There are times where we have to learn to adapt, infusing our life with flavours. So far, my life – including my journey from the classroom to the restaurant – has been blessed with some very old as well as very new recipes of warmth and love.
'Basic Indian cooking revolves around a healthy lifestyle, and in this wholesome book you will learn to cook old regional...
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Monarchy, stubbornness, madness, power to take decisions.Friends, this book is about a powerful leader, who does not listen to anyone in the world, this is a small article, which is presented in front of you in the form of a book, this book is very small but after reading it You will get a lot of information.So friends, recently North Korea state-run media means KNCA has told that North Supreme Leader Kim John wants to make his country the biggest...
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Monarquía, terquedad, locura, poder de decisión.Amigos, este libro trata sobre un líder poderoso, que no escucha a nadie en el mundo, este es un pequeño artículo, que se presenta frente a ustedes en forma de libro, este libro es muy pequeño pero después de leerlo. obtendrá mucha información.Entonces amigos, recientemente los medios estatales de Corea del Norte significan que KNCA ha dicho que el Líder Supremo del Norte, Kim John, quiere...
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Join Sam Keene on a heartfelt journey of self-discovery in this compelling story. From the ashes of the Vietnam War, Sam's life takes an unexpected turn when she's adopted by an American soldier and his wife, who whisk her away to the bustling streets of Brooklyn. Yet, even amidst the vibrant tapestry of New York City, Sam grapples with a lingering question: Who is she really? After college, Sam's quest for identity leads her to the enchanting city...
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