House & Home
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Money Grows on Trees
by Kimberley Z. Tent and Bryan Reid
Founder of Pioneer Log Homes and creator of reality HGTV series Timber Kings and Carver Kings, Bryan Reid believes that anyone, including the youth of today, can become successful in life and business with the right attitude and hard work. “If I...
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North Country Homesteader
by Darlene M Reierson and Jewel L Reierson
Imagine packing everything up and heading off into the wilderness with your spouse and two little girls to live an off-the-grid life—not just for a year or two but for decades. That’s exactly what Darlene M. Reierson and her husband, Brien, did...
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Tame Your Home
A Manual to Prevent Costly Breakdowns and Deliver Long-Term Value by Eric Kraushaar
Taking care of a home is exciting, but it can also be confusing, overwhelming, and even a bit scary. What is the best way to cool down the house without damaging the air conditioner? Why is a sump pump important and how does it work? When is the...
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From Bleeding Edge to Leading Edge
A Builders Guide to Net Zero Homes by Doug Tarry Jr.
“I’ve done complicated. It’s complicated.” Residential and commercial buildings account for 17% of Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions. In the United States, that figure is roughly 29%. Net Zero homes, which produce at least as much energy as they...
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Understanding Stair Calculations
A How-To Guide by Michael Bolech
Are you building a set of stairs and not sure where to start? Understanding Stair Calculations: A How-To Guide is an invaluable resource for anyone in the construction industry, including students, hobbyists, educators, contractors, and builders....
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Go Northwest
A Journal Off the Grid by Xavier Langford
I've altered my name and the names of anyone involved in this book for the purpose of protecting identity and privacy. If you think you're included in this story because your name happens to match one that's been used, rest assured, this is...
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Greenhouse Hygge
The House of My Growing Dreams by Lise-Lotte Loomer
We’re all given gifts in life, it’s what we do with them that shows us what we’ve learned. Through hard work, creativity and an emerging vision, Lise-Lotte has incorporated the gift of her Mom’s greenhouse into her garden life where it is put...
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Inside Renovations
Complete Guide to Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Home Improvements by Natalia J Pierce
Inside Renovations is an essential guide for every homeowner that will walk you through ALL the details of a home renovation process, including a detailed focus on kitchen and bathroom renovations. Although home renovations can be an exciting...
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Live in a Home that Pays You Back
A Complete Guide to Net Zero and Energy-Efficient Homes by Anna DeSimone
Live in a Home that Pays You Back lights the way for enjoying a home that is healthier, more comfortable, saves money, and reduces your carbon footprint. Whether you are planning to build, buy, or retrofit a home, award-winning author Anna...
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Every Bite Affects the World
an Earth Care Cookbook for Joyful, Mindful Eating by Catherine Verrall
Every Bite Affects the World helps us be mindful of the connections between what we eat and the health of our bodies, as well as the health of the soil, water, climate, communities and farmers both here and far away. The book invites you to be...
