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As a male it is easy to become frustrated with dating. The amount of time and effort that is invested generally results in very little reward for men. Online dating platforms only amplify the issues that men face in general dating. This book is designed to teach a variety of loopholes and tricks that can be used to overcome the disadvantages that men face in the world of online dating. Topics such as appearance are covered in extensive detail as a part of an extensive guide that covers everything from the start to the very end.

Busy vegans, rejoice! award-winning husband and wife chefs/authors Reinfeld and Murray present 150 delicious, easy-to prepare recipes for everyday vegan cooking -- all dishes that can be prepared in a half-hour. Sections include The Lighter Side of Life: Smoothies & Satiating Beverages; Snacks, Pick Me Ups & Kids' Favorites; Lunches: Wraps, Rolls, Bowls, and More; Extraordinary Salads; Sumptuous Soups; Small Plates: Appetizers, Side Dishes, Light Dinners; Wholesome Suppers; Guilt-Free Comfort Food: Healthy Translations of Old Stand-bys; and Divine Desserts. The 30-Minute Vegan also provides at-a-glance cooking charts, kids' favorite dishes, and exciting menu suggestions for every occasion -- making this an essential cookbook for busy vegans who want to enjoy delicious, healthful, whole-foods vegan fare every day.

In this definitive guide to vegan soups, -- award-winning chef Mark Reinfeld gives you all the tools and tips to create easy, flavorful meals -- within thirty minutes or less. Prepare to feast upon a wide array of plant-based soups-from consomm's to stews, chowders to raw and dessert soups. From a selection of stocks to irresistible toppings and accompaniments, these inspired recipes cover a broad spectrum of international cuisine. Soup's On! contains an inspiring foreword by Dr. Neal Barnard and is divided into six sections: Part One: The Art of Soup Creation, -- with recipes for stocks such as Roasted Vegetable Stock, Mushroom Stock, and Dashi; Part Two : Vegetable-based Soups, --including favorites such as French Onion Soup, Thai Coconut Soup with Lemongrass, Mayan Tomato and Corn, and African Peanut; Part Three: Soups and Stews with Grains, Legumes and Pasta, -- with classics like Wonton Soup, Matzo Ball Soup, Himalayan Dahl, and Brazilian Black Bean with Baked Plantains; Part Four: Creamy Blended Soups, -- with crowd pleasers like New England Chowder, Roasted Squash with Coconut, Creamy Fire-Roasted Tomato and Dill, and Cheesy Cauliflower Soup; Part Five: Raw and Dessert Soups, -- including cutting edge recipes for Spicy Strawberry Soup, Golden Gazpacho with Saffron, Raw Corn Chowder, and Raw Chocolate Mint Soup with Raspberries; Part Six: Garnishes and Sides, -- with recipes for Candied Pepitas, Vegan Creme Fraiche, Herbed Croutons, and Corn Bread. Soup's On! proves that you don't need meat or dairy -- or a lot of time -- to have a hearty, satisfying meal in a bowl!

One in five relationships starts on an online dating site, but little straightforward guidance exists for users. Enter digital dating whisperer Laurie Davis . . . In a world where we communicate as much via texts as we do through body language, this book empowers readers to log on and double click for love, taking them through the journey all online daters face—from choosing the right site, creating a profile, and navigating dates, to logging off with their perfect match. Love @ First Click is every online dater’s guide to exploring the web with no-fail techniques. For example, uploading the right photos can attract someone who might otherwise pass you over. Setting a time limit on the first meet-up can leave your date excited to see you again. And the phrasing in your date’s thank-you text after dinner can uncover how your click mate really feels about you. Whether you’re a digital dating vet or virgin, this is the ultimate guide to online dating that will take your online crush to offline love.

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