About Books & Literature: Good Books to Read in the Winter

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Books & Literature From Megan Romer, your About Books & Literature Editor I realize that we're on the upward swing of daylight, but it's still very dark, very early, and it's chilly, to boot. The silver lining, of course, is that there's no better way to pass a blustery winter's night than with a hot drink and a good book! Good Books to Read in Winter Some books have a wintery theme, while others just lend themselves well to crackling fireplaces. Here are a few great reads for long nights. See More About:  book recommendations  the thirteenth tale  her fearful symmetry Review: 'The Third Reich' by Roberto Bolano Our Guide to Contemporary Literature, Mark Flanagan, describes The Third Reich as a "somewhat surrealist tourism-drama about a German board-game champion who, while on vacation on the coast of Spain and intermingling with a cast of shady characters, slides quietly into emotional breakdown." It certainly sounds intriguing enough, and our reviewer gave it a whopping five stars, so I think we're on the right track here. See More About:  roberto bolano  chilean literature  literary fiction Review: 'Legend' by Marie Wu Did you like The Hunger Games books? If so, this first book in a new young adult dystopian trilogy just might be the next best thing for you. See More About:  legend  marie lu  young adult books 'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man' by James Joyce I mentioned last week that part of my New Year's Resolution is to read at least 20 classic novels that I've never read before. First on my list is A Portrait.... I've read both Ulysses and Finnegan's Wake, but somehow never made it through this one, and I'm jumping in with both feet. Because I don't have any English professors holding my hand through this one, I'm using this List of Questions for Study and Discussion to keep me on task. Believe it or not, this is great fun for me! See More About:  portrait of the artist as a young man  autobiographical fiction  irish literature Books & Literature Ads Books Best Writing Books Authors Literature Literature Novels Top 100 Books Featured Articles Interview: Stuart Moore and Chris Schons from TokyoPop Hamlet: Act 1, Scene 1 Language Mavens and Muphry's Law 'The Miracle Worker' by William Gibson Eleanor Roosevelt Quotes Fatale #1 Review   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Books & Literature newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Meet Walter Dean Myers... ... New National Ambassador for Children's Literature! Books and Biography On Censorship: Defending the Right to Read Advertisement

About Healthy Eating: Seven Vegetable Soups

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Healthy Eating From Fiona Haynes, your About Healthy Eating Editor Canned soups are convenient, but homemade soup is so much more satisfying, and healthier too. This week we begin this newsletter with seven delicious vegetable soups. Also this week, find out the most common mistakes while following a low carb diet and how to remedy them. Plus, do you know how to read a food label? Vegetable Soup Seven Ways What better way to increase your daily intake of vegetables than to make vegetable soup. And while many vegetable soups begin the same way, with onions, celery, and carrots, there are, of course, many kind of vegetable soup, with excellent additions of whole grains, legumes, tofu, and so on. Here are seven vegetable soups for you to try. Top 10 Low Carb Mistakes Taking on a new dietary regime can be challenging to begin with, and even once we're on a steady path, it's easy to backslide. Here are the top 10 mistakes associated with eating low carb, and suggestions for avoiding or overcoming these pitfalls. See More About:  low carb basics  low carb problems  low carb myths Learn to Read Food Labels Figure out exactly what it is you're eating by learning how to read food labels. Many of us glance at one or two key elements and move on, but there's a lot of useful information packed in those boxes that can help us decide whether what we're eating is healthy for us or not. See More About:  food labels  grocery shopping  healthy foods 20 Ways to Cut Fat in Cooking Want to make some quick and easy changes that mean less fat in your diet? Here are 20 ways to cut fat in cooking. See More About:  healthy eating  lowering fat  low fat ingredients Healthy Eating Ads Healthy Eating Tips Healthy Snacks Healthy Diet Low Fat Recipes Diet Recipes Featured Articles Gluten-Free Soups Best Dairy Free Recipes of 2011 Eating Local in Winter How to Press Tofu Persian Legume and Noodle Soup Low Calorie Baked Chicken Nuggets   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Healthy Eating newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About.com Health: Should We Fear Fat?

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor For years, conventional diet wisdom has told us that fats found in food are bad -- that they're something to always be avoided if you're trying to lose weight and stay healthy. Overcoming Fat Phobia But did you know that some fats may actually provide benefits for our bodies? See More About:  fats  low carb nutrition  The Wonders of Olive Oil Olive oil, in particular, is packed with healthy fats called monounsaturated fats. Studies have shown that it may reduce inflammation, protect the heart, and possibly lower the risk of certain cancers. See More About:  low carb super foods  fats  Eat Like the Mediterranean Do People living in the Mediterranean region of the world consume plenty of olive oil, which -- along with the many other healthful components of their diets -- may help account for their lower rates of heart disease and cancer. See More About:  healthy foods  cardiovascular disease  mediterranean diet How Much Fat Do I Need? Beyond providing essential nutrients, fat can help keep you full, so that you're less likely to keep munching after a meal. See More About:  protein sources  fats and oils  healthy diets Health Ads Fat Loss Diet Health Health and Diet Fat Burning Foods Diet Foods Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter Keep Your New Year's Resolution What is the Colon? Gluten-Free Food List Refusing Medical Treatment Get Motivated to Lose Weight   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Free Health Tools from About.com Count Calories, Lose Weight Understand Your Test Results Check Your Symptoms Advertisement

About Arts & Crafts: Valentine Crafting

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Arts & Crafts From Barbara Crews, your About Arts & Crafts Editor Greetings! We might be still recovering from Christmas projects, but before you know it -- it's going to be time for hearts and flowers. With Valentine's Day just a little over a month away, let's start crafting! Paper Projects Valentine memories include lots of paper cutouts, hearts, lace doilies and always the smell of school glue. These projects bring those memories back, plus so much more with with a new twist on stuff we wouldn't have ever attempted back then. See More About:  gifts to make  valentine rubber stamping  Valentine Printables Planning a Valentine's Day party or special holiday dinner? Take a look at these free printable supplies that will help you create a perfect party. Printables that can be used for invitations, table supplies and Valentine favors, did I mention they were all free? See More About:  saint valentine's day  printable crafts  party supplies Ruby Crochet Heart Necklace Combining her love of crochet and skill as a jewelry designer, Tammy has created this simple, but stunning heart necklace. Love a little bit of sparkle, but not too much? This might be the perfect piece to create. See More About:  yarn jewelry  crochet jewelry  make fiber jewelry Crocheted Valentines Looking for romantic crochet patterns for Valentine's day? This collection of love-themed patterns offers a variety of possibilities. Find free patterns with heart motifs, flowers, and sweet candy. See More About:  valentine's day crafts  valentine's day gifts  free crochet patterns with hearts Arts & Crafts Ads Valentines Day Arts & Crafts Valentine Gift Valentine Hearts Valentine Roses Featured Articles Valentine Soaps Beading for Valentine's Day Paisley Hearts to Embroider Valentine's Day Scrapbooks Heart Stencils Romantic Paper Scraps   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Arts & Crafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Valentine Treats Easy Chocolate Mousse Make a Lollipop Photo Card Valentine Cocktails Advertisement