A Taste Of Sage

Winner of the International Latino Book Award for Best Novel–Romance From talented new writer Yaffa S. Santos, a hilarious and heartwarming rom-com about chefs, cooking, love, and self-discovery—a cross between The Hating Game and Sweetbitter Lumi Santana is a chef with the gift of synesthesia—she can perceive a person’s emotions by tasting their cooking. Despite being raised by a single mother who taught her that dreams and true love were silly fairy tales, she takes a chance and puts her heart and savings into opening a fusion restaurant in Manhattan. The restaurant offers a mix of the Dominican cuisine she grew up with and other world cuisines that have been a source of culinary inspiration to her. When Lumi’s venture fails, she is forced to take a position as a sous chef at a staid French restaurant in midtown owned by Julien Dax, a celebrated chef known for his acid tongue and brilliant smile. Lumi and Julien don’t get along in the kitchen and she secretly vows never to taste his cooking. Little does she know that her resolve doesn’t stand a chance against his culinary prowess. As Julien produces one delectable dish after another, Lumi can no longer resist his creations. She isn’t prepared for the intense feelings that follow, throwing a curveball in her plan to move on as soon as possible. Plus, there’s the matter of Esme, Julien’s receptionist, who seems to always be near and watching. As the attraction between Lumi and Julien simmers, Lumi experiences a tragedy that not only complicates her professional plans, but her love life as well... Clever, witty, and romantic, A Taste of Sage will delight and entertain until the last page.

The bestselling author of the Septimus Heap series, Angie Sage, delivers a gripping and darkly humorous tale of Maximillian Fly—a human with cockroach features—whose quiet life is upended when he aids two human children in their escape from an oppressive governing power. Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket and Adam Gidwitz. Maximillian Fly wants no trouble. Yet because he stands at six feet two, with beautiful indigo wings, long antennae, and more arms than you or me, many are frightened of him. He is a gentle creature who looks like a giant cockroach. This extraordinary human wants to prove his goodness, so he opens his door to two SilverSeed children in search of a place to hide. Instantly, Maximillian’s quiet, solitary life changes. There are dangerous powers after them and they have eyes everywhere. But in this gray city of Hope trapped under the Orb, is escape even possible? Maximillian Fly is a masterful story brimming with suspense, plot twists, and phenomenal world building. This compelling novel delves into family dynamics and themes of prejudice, making the case for tolerance, empathy, and understanding. * Junior Library Guild Selection * Kids' Indie Next List * New York Public Library Best Books of 2019 Selection * 2020 LITA Excellence in Children’s and Young Adult Science Fiction Notable Book: The Eleanor Cameron Notable Middle Grade Books List *

Exploring the expression of taste through the processes of consumption this book provides an incisive and accessible evaluation of the current theories of consumption, and trends in the representation and purchase of food. Alan Warde outlines various theories of change in the twentieth century, and considers the parallels between their diagnoses of consumer behaviour and actual trends in food practices. He argues that dilemmas of modern practical life and certain imperatives of the culture of consumption make sense of food selection. He suggests that contemporary consumption is best viewed as a process of continual selection among an unprecedented range of generally accessible items which are made available both commercially and informally.

Nanabush. A name that has a certain weight on the tongue—a taste. Like lit sage in a windowless room or aluminum foil on a metal filling. Trickster. Storyteller. Shape-shifter. An ancient troublemaker with the power to do great things, only he doesn’t want to put in the work. Since coming home to Spirit Bear Point First Nation, Hazel Ellis has been dreaming of an old crow. He tells her he’s here to help her, save her. From what, exactly? Sure, her dad’s been dead for almost two years and she hasn’t quite reconciled that grief, but is that worth the time of an Algonquin demigod? Soon Hazel learns that there’s more at play than just her own sadness and doubt. The quarry that’s been lying unsullied for over a century on her father’s property is stirring the old magic that crosses the boundaries between this world and the next. With the aid of Nanabush, Hazel must unravel a web of deceit that, if left untouched, could destroy her family and her home on both sides of the Medicine Wheel.

Consumer Culture and Society offers an introduction to the study of consumerism and consumption from a sociological perspective. Author Wendy Wiedenhoft Murphy examines what we buy, how and where we consume, the meanings attached to the things we purchase, and the social forces that enable and constrain consumer behavior. Opening chapters provide a theoretical overview and history of consumer society and featured case studies look at mass consumption in familiar contexts, such as tourism, food, and higher education. The book explores ethical and political concerns, including consumer activism, indebtedness, alternative forms of consumption, and dilemmas surrounding the globalization of consumer culture.

It's time to face your demons in the third novel of this thrilling new witchy series about a young girl in a town full of terrifying secrets, unlikely allies, and a forbidden romance that will leave you wanting more.What do you do when your nightmares become a reality?If you thought waking up from a bad dream was scary, try waking up into one. Well, that's exactly what happened to me. One second I was minding my own business and trying to party, and the next I'm chained to a cave wall with no means of escape.This is fine. Totally fine, right?I mean, I am a witch after all, and witches are nothing if not skilled at getting out of sticky situations. That's what I thought too until I realized my magic was blocked and no one knew where the shifters kept me locked up.My only hope of escape is River and Goddess knows what he's doing in Shadowhurst while I'm trapped in this hell. I know he's trying to find me, but will he be able to get to me in time? Every day in my prison brings new tortures, ones I don't think I'm strong enough to endure. Not to mention that without me, the High Coven is probably itching to get its grubby fingers all over my friends.If I don't find a way to escape, I'm done for. Thanks a lot, Shadowhurst! You sure know how to make a girl hit rock bottom...***What readers are saying about the series: ★★★★★ "This is a fast paced and action packed storyline. Twists and turns with unpredictable and unexpected plot. A great read."- Amazon Reviewer★★★★★ " An intriguing "witchy" read!"- Amazon Reviewer★★★★★ "I read this book in one sitting and I thought it was time well spent. I am anxious for the next book already."- Amazon Reviewer★★★★★ "Amazing series that I have been hooked on since the beginning. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about mysteries in their stories."- Amazon Reviewer★★★★★ "A.N.Sage is wonderfully talented in being able to create fantasy in which the reader comes to believe in the characters and their reality. As I read this story I found myself smiling in appreciation for her imagination in creating unexpected twists and turns in both plot and character action."- Amazon Reviewer★★★★★ "Outstanding new series."- Amazon Reviewer★★★★★ "The intrigue takes off from the first page with non-stop action, drama, betrayal, suspense with an intensity that has you on the edge of your seat and keeps you there to the last page. This should be a Must Read for everyone's TBR list! You just want more, and more!"- Amazon Reviewer★★★★★ "This book was fantastic. I got caught up in it in the first chapter. This book has everything. The plot is complex and there is a lot going on. This series is quite brilliant. I cannot wait for the next one. I am definitely a fan."- Amazon Reviewer★★★★★ "It's a well written, addictive mystery with a tough, kickass & snarky heroine, drama, love, magic, heartache and so much more!"- Amazon ReviewerReady for another Shadowhurst Mysteries adventure? This third book will keep you turning the pages late into the night! The book features a tough heroine, heart-wrenching love drama, angry supernaturals and coven magic you won't be able to get enough of! If you like witchy stories full of twists and turns, you'll love A.N.Sage's new urban fantasy series!

Traditionally history is cerebral: what did they believe, what did they think, what did they know? Woodsmoke and Sage is not a traditional book. Using the five senses, historian Amy Licence presents a new perspective on the material culture of the past, exploring the Tudors' relationship with the fabric of their existence, from the clothes on their backs, the roofs over their heads and the food on their tables, to the wider questions of how they interpreted and presented themselves, and what they believed about life, death and beyond. Take a journey back 500 years and experience the sixteenth century the way it was lived, through sight, sound, smell, taste and touch.

This is the first numerical analysis text to use Sage for the implementation of algorithms and can be used in a one-semester course for undergraduates in mathematics, math education, computer science/information technology, engineering, and physical sciences. The primary aim of this text is to simplify understanding of the theories and ideas from a numerical analysis/numerical methods course via a modern programming language like Sage. Aside from the presentation of fundamental theoretical notions of numerical analysis throughout the text, each chapter concludes with several exercises that are oriented to real-world application. Answers may be verified using Sage. The presented code, written in core components of Sage, are backward compatible, i.e., easily applicable to other software systems such as Mathematica®. Sage is open source software and uses Python-like syntax. Previous Python programming experience is not a requirement for the reader, though familiarity with any programming language is a plus. Moreover, the code can be written using any web browser and is therefore useful with Laptops, Tablets, iPhones, Smartphones, etc. All Sage code that is presented in the text is openly available on SpringerLink.com.