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Books I Love to Get Lost In!

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I like to read a lot! Here are some of the books I really love a lot!
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Astrology

It's in the stars! Astrology books to learn about the most important person in your life... You!
 
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An excellent guide for learning the basics of astrology. Well done graphics and charts that break things down into a very easy to follow format.
Astrology: Using the Wisdom of the Stars in Your Everyday Life
 
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Astrology astrocartography handbook... Want to change your life? Change your location!
Astrocartography: An Astrologer's Guide to Where ... - Walmart
 
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Want to understand astrology, but it's all too complicated? Well, it's actually NOT! An easy to follow book that will break it down for you so that you know what the heck people are talking about in astrology.
Astrology For Dummies by Rae Orion, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®
 
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Making it easier to understand, this astrology book has gone through many editions, and they're all really good!
Pre-Owned The Complete Idiot's Guide to Astrology, 4th Edition
 
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Traveling by the Stars book. Another book that addresses astrocartography. Christine Rakela is the author, and her writing style makes this a fun read!
Have the Best Trip Possible Using Astrology! by Christine Rakela ...
 
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You Were Born For This by Chani Nichols is a great astrology read about what your chart means in terms of destiny.
You Were Born for This: Astrology for Radical Self-Acceptance - Hardcover
 
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The classic astrology book that some professional astrologers still refer to. A great book for beginners. Easy to read and understand.
Sun Signs by Linda Goodman
 
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A fascinating look at astrology to change your life by a woman who started out with a chaotic childhood. Written right before COVID and then updated, this book will easily have you read cover to cover.
This Is Your Destiny: Using Astrology to Manifest Your Best Life by Aliza Kelly ...
 
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Taina Ketola's book is a classic on astrology and destiny. You'll enjoy the book even if some of the terms can be a little dated. Her explanation of things makes astrology very easy to understand.
The New Astrology Sun Signs by Taina Ketola
 
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Demetra George writes about unexplored topics in astrology and her books are fascinating deep dives down rabbit holes of interest.
Demetra George

History

From the beginning of time until now, look back at different periods of time. I love historical books so much!
 
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If you've ever traveled or lived in Britain or the US, this book by Bill Bryson will have you nodding yes and laughing a lot.
Notes from a Small Island by Bill Bryson, Paperback - Barnes & Noble
 
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I have loved this book since it first came out back in the 1990s. It is a very well done look at history via clothing. This book is accurate, and easy to understand. Excellent reference book for clothing designers, costumers and other historian peopl...
Let There Be Clothes: 40000 Years of Fashion - Schnurnberger, Lynn
 
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The English monarchy wasn't built on rainbows, sunshine, and peace. It was built on egos, power, violence, and social aspirations. These grisly truths are detailed right here!
House of Tudor: A Grisly History by Mickey Mayhew, Paperback
 
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When Hell Was in Session is the book written by Jerry Denton that details his time as a POW in Viet Nam. Well written, he talks of the time he was interviewed by the press and used eye blinks to send the word 'torture', which was discovered by US mi...
When Hell was in Session - Denton, Admiral Jeremiah; Brandt, Ed
 
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I love this book so much! I have given it as a gift many times to people who love history, as well as people traveling to Europe. The recipients really liked it and two brought it with them on their trip! This is a fun, enjoyable read.
Travel Guide Medieval Middle Ages by Anthony Bale

Animals

All sorts of animals, from pets to farm animals to ones in the sea and in the wild, there's interesting books about them!
 
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This encyclopedia of cats has amazing photos of so many different breeds of cats. I have given this book as a gift many times. Every single person has loved it and asked where I got it. This book is a good one for cat lovers!
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cat Breeds: The Comprehensive Visual ...
 
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Raising Chickens for Eggs and Meat! Raising poultry can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for your family. Whether you are using it for breeding, eggs, meat, or a combination, these books will make you more knowledgeable before you spend...
carving : Nature : Books : Raising Chickens Feeding Chickens
 
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The most important thing about successful houstraining of a puppy is consistency. That means nothing if you don't know what to be consistent about! These books will help you get your young pup off to a great start!
How To Housebreak Your Puppy in Just 7 Days! by Ken Phillips

Healthy Living

Books on healthy choices on diet, exercise, mental health and more.
 
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Grain Brain changed the life of one of my friends. They were going through a lot of health issues. They decided to try this book's instructions to see if it would help. It did.
Grain Brain, the book about what wheat does to the human body
 
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Pregnancy and childbirth can be really stressful. Really good choices can involve trying meditation to help work with the changes in your body. Effective meditation can also lead to a better delivery and recovery!
Meditations to Support a Healthy Pregnancy & Successful Childbirth ...
 
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If you want to walk for distance and health, not just to go from the kitchen to the bathroom, this is a great book to teach you how to do that!
Walking for Beginners: Your Step by Step Guide for Hitting the Road! by M. Usman
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The Swear Word Coloring Books are beyond hilarious. Great fun when your stressed out!
Swear Word Coloring Book