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	Consejos de Maquillaje y belleza corporal - Descubre cómo realzar tu belleza natural	by Alicia Garcia Jan. 04, 2012	$3.99	21103 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Alicia Garcia radica en Malaga, España y escribe cuentos e historias para niños
	Amándote a Ti Mismo y a Los Demás - Descubre al arte de amarte a ti mismo tal cual eres para dar ese amor a los demás	by Josue Rodriguez Jan. 04, 2012	$3.99	11859 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Josue Rodriguez es un joven webmaster argentino que tambien se dedica a compartir sus conocimientos en el area de los emprendimientos personales.
	Nuts About Shea Butter	by Lisa Maliga Dec. 03, 2011	$1.99	7070 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Lisa Maliga is the author of Love Me, Need Me: A Narcissist's Tale which is the story of Arlen J. Stevenson, a small town boy turned online predator. Notes from Nadir is about a Los Angeles-based writer who moves back home to live with her elderly mother in flyover country. North of Sunset is a novel about the costliest area in Beverly Hills and even there, sometimes you find what you're not looking for... She has written numerous articles on pets, bath & body products. A Hollywood-based short story collection, South of Sunset includes seven short stories, including the novelette Urban Legend ~ Hollywood Style. Hollywood Office Temp is a look at the film industry of the 1990s as written in an engaging diary format. Visit www.LisaMaliga.com She has also co-written "Paranormal Reality: Investigating Paranormal State" https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/42945 "The Joy of Melt and Pour Soap Crafting" Review Excerpt by Rebecca of the Soap Deli News Blog: "What I like best about this book is how comprehensive it is overall. It starts small with many of the basics some instructional guides tend to skip over or breeze through, and expands on the information as you progress. It includes instructions on not only the best way to make your soaps, but what equipment to use for the greatest product results. This helpful how to soapmaking book covers everything from choosing your soap base and molds to adding fragrances, herbs, and color." Excerpt by Shala Kerrigan of Don't Eat the Paste: "One of the best things in my opinion about melt and pour soap crafting is that it's a very friendly craft. You don't need to be a kitchen chemist. It's a craft that's ideal for parents to do with children as gifts or as the start of a home based business. Because of the nature of melt and pour soap, anything that doesn't work out is still usable in your home." Excerpt by Patrice of The Soap Seduction: "What I like about this book is it's just not a book full of projects. Lisa gives you some background on what melt and pour soapmaking is along with tips and tricks as well as facts and safety tips. This book is perfetto for newbs and presents some fun, indoor activity for the kiddos. Throw a soap party and invite your best buds over for a little pinot and soapmaking." Reviews for "Notes from Nadir" As reviewed on the Amazon UK site: "I first started reading this memoir through the author's blog, and I was quickly hooked by her conversational, down-to-earth style. The book - with lots of new content not featured on the blog - follows the author as she leaves behind her LA life and returns to her roots, with lots of vignettes and familial snapshots along the way. A very enjoyable read about trying to fit back into a mould you no longer fit." Talli Roland, author of The Hating Game ******** "This book reads like a memoir and I think it's because it is. Honestly, I wasn't sure I could get through it because it started at an odd point in the character's life. However, after I started, I couldn't put it down. Seriously. Why? It boils down to one thing: The writer is an amazing story teller. The way she describes even the most mundane events drew me in. I had to know what was going to happen next. I can't compare this book to any other books I've read because it isn't. If this isn't a true story, you'll believe it is. The ending really surprised me and it left such a impact, I'm sure I'm not going to forget this novel in a long time. This is part one in the series. The second book is a must read for me." Clarissa Draper on her blog "Listen To The Voices"
	FACE BOOK. How to LIKE Your Face	by Jan Norn Nov. 07, 2011	$0.99	16857 words	Sample 20%
	Author bio: Jan was the youngest of seven children, raised on a farm in New Zealand. She has been making her own cosmetics and remedies since she was old enough to realize what fun it was, so has more than sixty years worth of safe recipes and hints to share. On coming to Canada about fifty years ago, Jan married, raised a family in northern B.C. and now lives in the Kootenays in the sunny, southern mountains. It was the fierce New Zealand sun that sparked her interest in skin care, an interest that has continued over the years, while teaching, raising five children and spending every possible minute outdoors, riding, hiking and prospecting with husband Dan, a third-generation placer gold miner. In spite of all this exposure to the elements, and 70+ busy years, her skin still fits her, so she knows that her remedies work It seems that men as well as women are looking for ways to improve their health and (literally) to save their skins. They just don’t know where to start. The ‘Kitchen Cosmetics’ series can help with that. Jan is working on a series of do-it-yourself books, covering skin care for women, men, teens and the very young, as well as recipes using native Canadian plants. Her goal? To help folks to smile more and become healthier. Are her recipes and ideas simple? Yes. Are they effective? Definitely (if they can keep seventy-year-old skin in shape, think what they can do for some gorgeous young person…)
	Dictionary of Dermatology	by Students' Academy Aug. 21, 2011	$2.99	3007 words	Sample 20%
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	Shea Butter The African Secret	by Kat Smith June 17, 2011	$0.99	2624 words	Sample 10%
	Author bio: TomKat Productions offers products that inspire better communication. Our books and games are informative, educations and fun.
	Natural Organic Skincare Recipes 4 Acne & Aging Skin	by Robyna Smith-Keys May 31, 2011	$15.00	7905 words	Sample 15%
	Author bio: Hi I have been in the Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy and Aromatherapy business for over 40 years. I have been passionate about my work and teaching others to be above average. Now I am retired and write "How To" books to assist both professionals and home users. I have travelled to 34 countries and covered most of Australia in my campervan with my dogs. I have taken many photos of my travels and also write books about my dogs for children and their adventures on our travels. In the late 1980s I had a break from the beauty industry and studied Architecture. In 1986 while still owning a hair and beauty salon I also opened a KIT HOME business designing timber homes for sale. I won several major housing industry awards and also hope to find the time to write about building your own home out of timber. However it is amazing how busy we are when we retire and wonder how we ever found the time to Marry, have children, work, cook, clean, shop, study and have fun. So I may not get the time to write all the books I plan to write. You will in my mind undoubtedly love the books I have found time to write. Learning how to upload them for your enjoyment has been my hardest task yet. Therefore I will list the books on my friends website for you to purchase on CD and you can load them onto your computer and read them that way.
	The Vein Game	by Eric Davis PA-C, MPAS March 26, 2011	$4.97	28227 words	Sample 30%
	Author bio: Eric Davis is a Board of Medical Examiners licensed PA-C, MPAS in a General Surgery group and is a recognized vein treatment specialist. He is a member of the College of Phlebology, an Associate Affiliate Professor with Oregon Health and Sciences University, and a vein treatment trainer for other medical professionals and Physicians. Eric has been caring for patients with varicose veins, spider veins, and all kinds of associated leg problems for over eight years and in the medical field for nearly fifteen years. All of this means nothing however when compared to his passion for caring for patients with vein disorders and diseases. His ongoing commitment to patient education is the center piece of his own practice and he believes that every person should be fully informed about the problems that they face. This same information is now available to you through The Vein Game! Reading Eric’s book is as close to having a private consultation with him in his vein practice as you can get without actually leaving your home. Imagine being able to sit and have all of your questions answered by an authority on varicose veins and spider veins without having to spend the $250 on a consultation that probably wouldn’t last more than 20 minutes. This is the real reason that Eric has written this book. He sincerely desires that each and every person who has a problem with their veins be able to access the information that they need to make an educated decision about the health of their legs and learn the truth about the disease known as varicose veins.
	Kitchen Cosmetics	by Jan Norn Oct. 09, 2010	$0.99	13407 words	Sample 25%
	Author bio: Jan was the youngest of seven children, raised on a farm in New Zealand. She has been making her own cosmetics and remedies since she was old enough to realize what fun it was, so has more than sixty years worth of safe recipes and hints to share. On coming to Canada about fifty years ago, Jan married, raised a family in northern B.C. and now lives in the Kootenays in the sunny, southern mountains. It was the fierce New Zealand sun that sparked her interest in skin care, an interest that has continued over the years, while teaching, raising five children and spending every possible minute outdoors, riding, hiking and prospecting with husband Dan, a third-generation placer gold miner. In spite of all this exposure to the elements, and 70+ busy years, her skin still fits her, so she knows that her remedies work It seems that men as well as women are looking for ways to improve their health and (literally) to save their skins. They just don’t know where to start. The ‘Kitchen Cosmetics’ series can help with that. Jan is working on a series of do-it-yourself books, covering skin care for women, men, teens and the very young, as well as recipes using native Canadian plants. Her goal? To help folks to smile more and become healthier. Are her recipes and ideas simple? Yes. Are they effective? Definitely (if they can keep seventy-year-old skin in shape, think what they can do for some gorgeous young person…)
	Kitchen Fresh Bath & Body - Home Crafted Beauty Products	by Chefs Secret Vault July 08, 2010	$3.99	2828 words	Sample 30%
	Author bio: Here’s where you’ll find some very unique cookbooks. These aren’t your Grandmother’s old fashioned cookbooks. Rather than those usual big, bulky cookbooks, “You” now have the power to select the exact food topic that you’re interested in. Maybe it’s creating some yummy “Gelato” made with fresh fruit for tonight’s dessert. It’s creamier, lower in fat, and lower in calories than Ice Cream. Or how about some “hand picked” rib recipes for some falling off the bone “Kicken” “Ribs” for dinner this weekend? Ribs are always a hit and with these recipes you’ll be crowned the “Pro Chef”. And then just in case you’re getting tired of that “same old”, “same old” fried chicken, check out “Twice Fried Korean Chicken”. It’s so crispy, and delicious, you’d better make a double batch!! They’re all going to ask “How do you come up with all these wonderful dishes?” Shh.. It’ll be our little secret. Chefs Secret Vault cookbooks are created for today’s fast paced lifestyle and they allow you to use & enjoy a new recipe immediately. Our e-book cookbooks are designed specifically for use in all known e-readers, and on your computer. No need to print the whole cookbook, just print a single recipe when you’re ready, use it while you’re cooking, and creating, “don’t worry about spots & stains because when you’re done, just ball it up & throw it away”. There’s no wasted space and certainly no clutter. Their easy to use format and inexpensive budget pricing allows you to start a collection, and build your own personal library of cookbooks & delicious recipes. How about a Free Cookbook? “So you can take it for a test drive in your own kitchen” Just go to our website and it's waiting for you