About Books & Literature: Famous First Lines and More

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Books & Literature From Megan Romer, your About Books & Literature Editor We know you can't judge a book by the cover, but can you judge it by the first line? Classic First Lines If you're a regular newsletter reader, you know that one of my 2012 resolutions is to read at least 20 classic novels that I've never read. It's going... slowly. But I haven't given up yet. I must say, this list of famous first lines has me rather inspired, and I suspect by next week, I'll be at least one or two books closer to my goal. See More About:  famous  first lines  novels 'Angelmaker' by Nick Hardaway New on the shelves is this 500-page epic about a quiet British clockmaker who unwittingly inherits the job of mob boss from his father. Our reviewer says that "Angelmaker is a blast, a sprawling 500-page narrative intertwining super spies and evil villains with motifs of mathematical beauty and artisanal craftsmanship." See More About:  nick harkaway  funny books  british literature 'A Good American' by Alex George A Good American is another recent epic, and one that seems to be making the rounds of the book clubs this spring. Our reviewer didn't love it, but didn't hate it, either. Says she: "If you're willing to suspend belief, and sink gently into the dreamscape of a story that George lays out, you'll find this book very satisfying. Full of whimsical coincidences and lucky breaks, characters successfully navigate their way to ownership, pursuit of the American dream, sexual awakenings, and religious epiphanies." See More About:  a good american  alex george  debut books Boycotting an Israeli Theater Company? News from impending World Shakespeare Festival really has our readers talking. A group of UK theater luminaries has signed a petition arguing against the inclusion of an Israeli theater company in the enormous festival. Our readers have a lot to say about the issue, from both sides. Weigh in or just see what they have to say. Books & Literature Ads Children Books American Literature Books Fiction Books Autobiography Books Featured Articles Manga Readers' Choice Awards Winners Vampire Monologues #1: The Welcome Speech Hurting Love Quotes Steve Martin on the Period Shortage Spotlight on Barefoot Books What is Cosplay?   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. 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   Poems By Amy Lowell A Fixed Idea (1910) Spring Day (1916) In Excelsis (1922) Advertisement

About Healthy Eating: Smart Snacking

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Healthy Eating From Fiona Haynes, your About Healthy Eating Editor Hunger between meals is not uncommon, but what we choose to eat can be the difference between sticking to a diet and blowing it. Find out how to snack smarter. Also this week, learn about the nutritional benefits of salmon, a food for almost any diet. Smart Snacking Eating healthfully extends not only to meals but also to snacks. Allow yourself to snack between meals but learn how to be smart about snacking. See More About:  healthy eating  healthy recipes  healthy cooking Salmon's Nutritional Benefits Salmon is a highly nutritious food that's perfect for almost any diet, even a low fat diet. that's because the nutrients, including the fat content, are highly beneficial. Find out more about the nutritional beneifts of slamon, and whether there's a real difference between wild and farmed salmon. See More About:  omega-3 fats  low carb super foods  salmon nutrition Three Easy Ways to Make Vegetables Taste Better Sometimes it's hard to get our full quota of five or more servings of vegetables each day. Personally I love vegetables, but many people do not. Here are three quick and easy ways to make veggies taste better so you can get your five or more servings. See More About:  healthy eating  cutting calories  losing weight Where Salt Hides in Everyday Foods Just because you don't use the salt shaker at dinner doesn't mean that you're not taking in more sodium than you should. Find out where salt lurks, and how you can limit your intake. See More About:  salt  sodium  heart healthy foods Healthy Eating Ads Food Healthy Diet Healthy Eating Healthy Diet Recipes Recipes for Healthy Health Diet Foods Featured Articles Vegan Meyer Lemon Cheesecake Grapefruit Avocado Salad Gluten-Free Tomato Tart Baked Fish with Cilantro Pesto Scallops with Asparagus Halibut with Basil and Tomatoes   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. 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: Readers' Choice Award Winners

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Health From Heather Watkins, your About Health Editor Over the last several weeks, About.com readers like you have nominated and voted for their favorite health-related products, websites, mobile apps, and more. We're excited to finally announce the winners! Best of Gluten-Free If you follow the gluten-free diet, you'll definitely want to check out this list of readers' favorite gluten-free pasta, bread, cookies, and more. See More About:  readers' choice awards  gluten-free food  gluten-free shopping Best Food-Allergy Products Readers picked the winners in everything from the best peanut butter substitute to the best mobile app that will keep you allergy-free on the go. Best Walking Gear We've got the top picks for four types of walking shoes, along with other great gear. See More About:  readers' choice awards  buying treadmills  buying pedometers Best of Pilates There are so many options to do Pilates at home, and we've identified the best DVDs and equipment to help guide you through it. See More About:  pilates dvds  pilates equipment  pilates exercises Health Ads Health News Health Health Magazine Health Beauty Winning Contest Featured Articles Best of Social Anxiety Disorder Best of Pregnancy Think You Have an STD? Fiber and Longevity Understanding Medical Test Results What Causes Popping Joints?   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. 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   Follow us on: Twitter Facebook Advertisement

About Arts & Crafts: Craft Projects Galore!

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Arts & Crafts We have a wide selection of projects and tutorials for you this week, ranging from mixing paints through to how to make flour beads. Happy crafting! Make T-Shirt Yarn If you are looking for some yarn that is a little different from what you can buy in the stores, then check out this tutorial that demonstrates how to make yarn from old t-shirts. This is a great low-cost way to make your own unique yarn that can be used in a variety of projects. See More About:  t-shirt yarn  sustainable knitting  Draw a Cartoon Elephant Learn how to draw a funny cartoon elephant. This clear step by step tutorial shows how simple shapes are used to create this cute cartoon. See More About:  cartoon drawing  drawing animals  elephants Seven Ways to Mix Paints Learn seven different ways to mix paints and add your own top tips for mixing colors. See More About:  learning to paint  color mixing tips  color mixing Make Flour Beads Make your own beads for painting and decorating using just a few basic ingredients. Create your own custom beads for handmade jewelry projects. Arts & Crafts Ads Easter Craft Craft Ideas Craft Ideas for Kids Easter Craft Ideas Children Craft Ideas Featured Articles Salt Dough Recipe Make Tissue Paper Flowers Candy Crafts Blooming Flowers Cross Stitch Pattern Learn the Basics of Wood Turning Slightly Amish Basket Quilt Pattern   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. 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   More Projects and Ideas Easy Folded Paper Envelope Free Printable Stencils Make a Needlefelt Raccoon Advertisement