House & Home

This revolutionary approach to cleaning and organizing helps free you from feeling ashamed or overwhelmed by a messy home....

In Decluttering at the Speed of Life, decluttering expert and author Dana White identifies the mindsets and emotional challenges that make it difficult to declutter....

This funny, down-to-earth parody of Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up hands listeners the most useful tools for keeping crap clean and organized without all the pressure....

A charming, practical, and unsentimental approach to putting a home in order while reflecting on the tiny joys that make up a long life....

A fascinating excursion into the history behind the place we call home....

Reese Witherspoon’s grandmother Dorothea always said a combination of beauty and strength made Southern women “whiskey in a teacup”. We may be delicate and ornamental on the outside, she said, but inside, we’re strong and fiery....

Traditional organizing advice never worked for decluttering expert and self-proclaimed recovering slob Dana K. White. Is it possible, she wondered, to get organized without color coding my sock drawer? As Dana let go of the need for perfection, she discovered the joy of having an organized house....

Inspired by The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, this book will light a fire under your untidy ass with humor and helpful organizing tips that you’ll actually want to use. Like a delightfully foul-mouthed best friend, this book dishes out the funny, unpretentious advice....

Organizing Solutions for People with ADD, 2nd Edition outlines new organizing strategies that will be of value to anyone who wants to improve their organizational skills....

Fumio Sasaki is not a minimalism expert or organizing guru like Marie Kondo - he's just a regular guy who was stressed out and constantly comparing himself to others....

This lively, sophisticated, and practical lifestyle guide shows how to enjoy la belle vie - to live like the French every day - transforming your house into a home....

Japanese decluttering guru Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has revolutionized homes - and lives - across the world. Now, Kondo presents an illustrated guide to her acclaimed KonMari Method....

The fascinating true story behind the magnificent Gilded Age mansion Biltmore - the largest, grandest residence ever built in the United States....

Your boxes of photos, family’s china, and even the kids' height charts aren’t just stuff; they’re attached to a lifetime of memories - and letting them go can be scary....

Mini Farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family's food on just a quarter acre....

Finally, a housekeeping and organizational system developed for those of us who'd describe our current living situation as a "f--king mess" that we "really need to get around to fixing one day"....

We all want to live in homes that are functional, comfortable, and that bring us happiness rather than detract from it. Make Space for Happiness provides flexibility, support, and inspiration as you re-envision your home as the starting point of the joyful life that's waiting for you....

From the author of Clean Green Eats, a Japanese-inspired guide to finding balance, joy, and good health that emphasizes a simple, streamlined method for cleaning up your eating habits and offers modern-day applications of ancient Japanese healing practices and philosophy....

You want your kitchen to be the heartbeat of the home, but you’re overwhelmed and out of breath trying to make it happen. Meals are on a never-ending loop, and you don’t have time to prepare dinner, much less enjoy it....

Sorting through a lifetime's worth of accumulated possessions can be a daunting and stressful process that millions of Americans confront every year....

Do you walk in a room to organize and find yourself paralyzed and overwhelmed? Do you find yourself spending money on organizing solutions that don't work....

Self-proclaimed recovering slob and author Dana K. White is here to help with her original audio series, Decluttering Deep Dives. Tortoise and the Hare Decluttering helps you make your space the peaceful, organized home you need and want.

With this updated edition of his earlier book A Place of My Own, listeners can revisit the inspired, intelligent, and often hilarious story of Pollan’s realization of a room of his own....

Creator of The Prairie Homestead blog and the Old-Fashioned On Purpose podcast Jill Winger reveals that the secrets to finding happiness today is by turning to the lost arts of the past....

You can use this book to design a house for yourself with your family; you can use it to work with your neighbors to improve your town and neighborhood; you can use it to design an office, a workshop, or a public building. And you can use it to guide you in the actual process of construction.

Robert and Cortney Novogratz, stars of HGTV’s Home by Novogratz and Bravo’s 9 by Design, have transformed fabulous properties across the United States and around the world, including Hotel Dylan (Woodstock, New York), the Bungalow Hotel (Long Branch, New Jersey), and Timber Cove (Sonoma, California), to name a few. The Novogratz Chronicles is their most intimate and personal book to date, taking listeners on their journey from their first house renovation project in Chelsea in the 1990s to their latest home in Greenwich Village and projects in Los Angeles, Brazil, and the Berkshires.

Unlock the secret to transforming your living space with The Ultimate Home Station Guide, the definitive resource for designing a productive, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing home environment. Whether you're setting up a home office, crafting a serene garden workspace, or looking to bring harmony and functionality into every corner of your home, this guide has you covered. Dive into a world of innovative design concepts beginning with the essentials of defining and assessing your ideal space. Explore the intricacies of balancing aesthetics and utility with vital ergonomic essentials ...

Transportation planners, engineers, and policymakers in the United States face the monumental task of righting the wrongs of their predecessors while charting the course for the next generation. This task requires empathy while pushing against forces in the industry that are resistant to change. How do you change a system that was never designed to be equitable? How do you change a system that continues to divide communities? In Inclusive Transportation, expert Veronica O. Davis shines a light on the inequitable and often destructive practice of transportation planning and engineering.

Are you ready to tackle life's little challenges head-on? Whether it's unclogging a stubborn toilet, negotiating a better deal, or finally learning how to fold a fitted sheet, "The Best Way to Unclog a Toilet...and 99 Other Things Your Mother Didn't Teach You" is here to empower you to do it all on your own—and have fun while doing it! Written by Sara Harada, this book is your friendly guide to 100 essential skills for daily life. Full of helpful tips, simple instructions, and a dash of humor, this book is designed for women who want to feel confident in handling the unexpected, fixing ...

If imagining a life of energy independence by harnessing the sun's power to light your home excites you, this book is for you! Discover how to achieve energy independence through off-grid solar power with this modern, updated guide. Learn how anyone, regardless of technical experience, can understand and implement off-grid solar power. Whether you’re a hands-on DIY enthusiast or an eager beginner, this book is tailored for you.

Transform your living space into the ultimate smart home! This hands-on guide simplifies the world of home automation, giving you the knowledge to enhance your home's security, comfort, and energy efficiency—without needing to be a tech genius. In this comprehensive guide, you'll discover: Step-by-Step Setup: Learn how to install and integrate smart devices, including lights, thermostats, locks, and cameras. Device Ecosystems Explained: Compare top platforms like Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit to choose the one that fits your lifestyle. Energy Efficiency Tips: Automate your ...

Conquer the Maintenance and Repair Field: Your Guide to a Career Fixing and Maintaining Machines, Mechanical Equipment, and Buildings is a comprehensive guide for aspiring professionals in the dynamic maintenance industry. This book dives into the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in this field, from routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting to complex repairs of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical equipment. Readers will learn how to maintain and repair buildings and machinery using practical, hands-on techniques. The book covers crucial topics such as safety ...

Domine el campo del mantenimiento y la reparación: Su guía para una carrera en la reparación y mantenimiento de máquinas, equipos mecánicos y edificios es un recurso imprescindible para quienes aspiran a destacarse en la dinámica industria del mantenimiento. Esta completa guía cubre habilidades esenciales, desde la planificación del mantenimiento preventivo y la identificación de problemas hasta reparaciones complejas en sistemas HVAC, fontanería y electricidad. Los lectores adquirirán conocimientos prácticos sobre el uso de herramientas, el mantenimiento de edificios y ...

Are you a busy mompreneur struggling to balance the demands of your business and family life? If clutter is weighing you down, Declutter for Success is here to help you reclaim your space, time, and peace of mind. This practical guide is designed specifically for mompreneurs who juggle multiple roles every day. From creating a productive workspace at home to streamlining your business tools and simplifying family schedules, this book offers actionable steps to help you declutter every aspect of your life.

It's time to take control and create a peaceful, organized space where you can relax and live stress-free. In Free Yourself from Clutter, author Olivia Westbrook guides you through a practical, step-by-step process to clear out the chaos and reclaim your home—and your mind. Whether you're struggling with piles of paperwork, digital distractions, or sentimental items, this audiobook provides the strategies and motivation you need to break free from the clutter that’s been holding you back.