The Easy Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Beginners

 The Easy Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Beginners, Rene C. Searcy, 2026

The Mediterranean Diet is not a "diet" in the sense of having to count carbs or calories. It is more of a lifestyle that starts with eating fresh fruits and vegetables, organic if possible, from that part of the world (France, Italy, Greece).

The Diet also encourages the eating of fatty fish, healthy fats, lean meat and the occasional glass of red wine. It also focuses on slowing down when you eat, to enjoy your food, and increasing your interactions with other people.

The instructions in this book are clear and easy to follow, so that even beginner chefs can be successful. There is a 30-day meal plan, to make menu planning very easy. There are plenty of options for different tastes. The book has recipes for all meals in the day, from breakfast to dessert.

For anyone who wants to try a non-restrictive weight loss plan, or just wants to eat healthier, start here. It is an excellent book.

SSAT & ISEE (Upper) Vocabulary 2000 Volume III

 SSAT & ISEE (Upper) Vocabulary 2000 Volume III, James Shaw, 2026

Here is a book to prepare for the Upper portion of the SSAT & ISEE standardized vocabulary tests.

This book is set up as a series of timed tests, because the actual test is a timed test. The individual tests explore analogies, synonyms, antonyms, sentence completion and homophones (two words with the same pronunciation but with different meanings and spellings). As usual, answers are in the back of the book.

It is perfect for whenever a few minutes of free time becomes available. This book is recommended for any student taking the exam, and also for life-long learners of any age.

The Newest Diabetic Diet Cookbook After 60

 The Newest Diabetic Diet Cookbook After 60, Statuley Thomate, 2025

You have just been diagnosed with diabetes. You are also a senior who may have other health issues. Healthy eating is no longer just a good idea; it is now a requirement. This book may be able to help. 

Each of these recipes are designed to balance nutrition levels, reduce inflammation and keep steady blood sugar levels. There is a 30-day meal plan to reduce meal prep guesswork. The instructions are easy-to-read, and the meals are easy on your budget using common ingredients from your supermarket. There are recipes for all times of the day, from breakfast to dessert.

This book is very much recommended for seniors with diabetes, or who just want to eat healthier. It is also recommended for anyone, of any age, with blood sugar issues.

The 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Seniors

 The 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Seniors, Nicahole Garohare, 2026

For anyone who is not familiar with it, the Mediterranean Diet is all about eating food from that part of the world (France, Italy, Greece). It emphasizes fresh fruits and vegetables, fatty fish, lean meats and an occasional glass of red wine.

Seniors might have dietary or mobility restrictions, so this book presents one-pot, or one-pan, recipes that have a prep time of less than 30 minutes. Equally important is getting some exercise, even just walking or gardening. Spending time with friends or family will do good things for a person's mental health. 

There are recipes for all meals in the day, from breakfast to sides to snacks. The book also has a 30-day meal plan. If you have a senior parent who needs some nutrition help, or if you are a senior who wants to eat healthier, start here. It is very much recommended.

Feelings Fade. The Gospel Doesn't: Five Worldviews. One Truth

 Feelings Fade. The Gospel Doesn't: Five Worldviews. One Truth, Michael A. Cabezas, 2026

This book is all about different worldviews -- ways of looking at the world around us. The author compares each of them to orthodox Christianity.

No doubt, you have heard of secularism, relativism, atheism and agnosticism. It is tempting to say that if a thing, like faith, cannot be seen or held in your hand, it can be ignored. Everyone has their own conception of morality, and all are equally valid, why can't I choose my own morality? 

Have you heard of Progressive Christianity? It is when social justice (which should absolutely be encouraged) becomes more important than Scripture. Isn't Scripture what church is all about?

A normal aspect of human behavior is to question the world around them, and look for their own path through life. Shouldn't there be some sort of moral "base-line" or "starting point" on which everyone can agree? The Bible works really well.

The author is not advocating that everyone convert to Christianity. Sometimes, the best way to get a person to take a serious look at the Bible and Christianity is to live a good, moral, "Christian" life. Has your faith, or that of a loved one, gone from "sure thing" to "maybe?" This book will help. It is worth the time and money.

SSAT & ISEE (Lower/Middle) Vocabulary 2000 Volume III

 SSAT & ISEE (Lower/Middle) Vocabulary 2000 Volume III, James Shaw, 2026

This is a test-prep book for the SSAT Elementary/Middle and ISEE Lower/Middle standardized tests.

The actual tests are timed, so practice taking these tests with a time limit. Each separate test explores things like antonyms, homophones (two words with different spellings and meanings but the same pronunciation), synonyms, analogies, similar words and sentence completion. Answers are in the back of the book.

The book is divided into separate 10-minute tests, which makes it perfect for whenever free times becomes available. It is recommended for all students taking the exam, along with any student, of any age, who needs some vocabulary help.

The Ultimate Home Apothecary Book

The Ultimate Home Apothecary Book, Stevike Cremarile, 2025

This is a compendium of ways for anyone to heal life's daily physical problems, with herbs instead of pills. Herbal medicine has been around for thousands of years, so it must work really well.

There are over 300 recipes in this book, covering areas like allergy relief, digestive harmony, liver detoxification, stimulating appetite, relief from gas and bloating, mental focus, gentle sleep inducers, respiratory health, skin care, general aches and pains and herbs for women's health.

It talks about acquiring your collection of herbs, whether you forage in the woods for them, or buy them at the local health food store. It also explores the proper way to dry your herbs, so that they will last for a long time. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, so that beginners will become herbalists in no time.

Whatever your ailment, there is probably a treatment for it here. This book is recommended for everyone, especially those looking for a natural solution to life's daily aches and pains. It belongs on your bookshelf (or in your kindle).

Ascendancy

 Ascendancy, AJ Brooks, 2026

This young adult novel is about an average teenager named Charlie. In Part 1, he was riding his bike through a dark forest. Coming across a mysterious stranger, at the absolute last moment, Charlie found that he could harness the power of a lightning storm to defeat his foe. The next day, Charlie receives an invitation from a paranormal school called the Halotempora Institute.

Here, in Part 2, Charlie and Melinda, a friend who discovers abilities of her own, look for a way to return to Halotempora. They were kicked out in Part 1; it is the sort of place one doesn't enter without an invitation. They are separated, and travel different paths to get stronger. Charlie is inducted into the Ascendancy. As he gets stronger, will he eventually lose himself? There is a dark plan afoot, created by Charlie's enemy, a person named Haddox. Will Charlie get to the bottom of it in time?

This novel is surprisingly good. It's got action, adventure, a bit of romance and plenty of sorcery. It is very much worth reading, for teens and adults.

Coconut Water for Health and Healing

 Coconut Water for Health and Healing, Bruce Fife, Piccadilly Books, 2008

Coconut water is a beverage that comes from coconuts, and contains all kinds of vitamins, amino acids, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants.

After strenuous exercise, or on a hot day, replacement of electrolytes is very important. Studies have shown that coconut water does a better job than water or sports drinks. That's because its electrolyte content is similar to that of human plasma. It has been used as an intravenous fluid for more than 60 years. Coconut water can help to dissolve kidney stones, relieve constipation, improve digestion, lower high blood pressure and enhance your immune system.

Buying, and drilling a hole in, a real coconut is preferred, because the coconut water is freshest and most nutritious. On the other hand, drinking a container of store-bought coconut water is very acceptable. Coconut water is a very natural liquid, with no artificial chemicals. Whatever your ailment, coconut water is very much worth trying. Start your journey to better health right here. 

The Complete Instant Pot Cookbook for Beginners

 The Complete Instant Pot Cookbook for Beginners, Sally D Walsh, 2025

This book is an introduction to the world of one-pot cooking. A person can still cook healthy and nutritious meals, while also reducing their time in the kitchen.

Don't be concerned if you are a beginner in the kitchen. These recipes include simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions. They also include complete nutritional information.

A person can cook a lot more than just stew in an instant pot. The recipes in this book include vegan and vegetarian meals, pasta, rice, poultry, seafood and guilt-free desserts.

Start small, with just one recipe. If you like it, try another recipe (and then another recipe). This cookbook is a gem of a book.

The 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Beginners

 The 30-Minute Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Beginners, Selmajuri Kristeukonsen, 2025

The Mediterranean Diet concentrates on the lean proteins, grains and fresh vegetables that are grown in that part of the world (southern Europe). An occasional glass of red wine also helps.

This book emphasizes the ease of preparation of each dish. All it requires is 30 minutes per day (meal prep ahead of time is a good idea). There is a 30-day meal plan along with a total of 2000 different meal ideas, so boredom will not be a problem. There are many different recipes included, for salads, seafood, proteins, desserts and pasta. 

The Mediterranean Diet is also very healthy. It has been shown to promote heart health and brain health, and has been linked to a reduced risk of chronic disease (like cancer). It is also a good idea to increase your physical activity, and increase your interaction with other people.

Here is a very good choice for anyone who simply wants to eat healthier, or is serious about improving their health.

Graduated . . . But are You Ready to Succeed?

 Graduated . . . But are You Ready to Succeed?, Ram V Iyer, 2025

You have just graduated from a top university and you have a high IQ. There should be a feeding frenzy of companies wanting to hire you, right? Wrong. In the workplace. the "rules" are totally different.

While intelligence and credentials are certainly important, what is much more important is being able to use your abilities to achieve results that the world values. The author of this book calls it Smartness.

There is an available assessment, to show where you are doing well, and where you need to work on yourself a little more. This book tells the story of Emma and Jack, two recent college grads dealing with confusion and self-doubt in the workplace. Do they eventually "get it?"

This book is very easy to read and understand. It is a gem of a book that is very much worth reading for all recent college graduates.