Small Garden

Before being torn down in 2007, the Stateway Gardens public housing projects on Chicago’s South Side were ridden with deprivation and crime. But for some, like Tracy, the shy, intelligent young boy at the center of this enthralling collection of linked stories, they are simply home. Set in the mid-1980s and taking listeners up to the point of the destruction of the infamous Cabrini-Green housing projects, this collection gives an intimate look at the hopes, dreams, failures, and fortunes of a group of people growing up with the deck always stacked against them.

You’ll be happy to know that gardening isn't about the space you have. It’s about using the right tools, growing techniques, and making space, time, and nature’s forces work for you! Container gardening allows you to grow what you want, when you want - and in any space you have.

People often think that when you live in a small house, it's because you don't have the means to live in a larger home. In most cases this couldn't be further from the truth. The fact is that small house living typically equates to a much more fulfilling life. Through the process of downsizing your life in regards to material possessions, clutter, and the size of your dwelling, you come to understand a new ideal in which freedom is the name of the game.

Why do we cook? Is it just to feed ourselves and others? Or is there something more revolutionary going on? In Small Fires, Rebecca May Johnson reinvents cooking—that simple act of rolling up our sleeves, wielding a knife, spattering red hot sauce on our books—as a way of experiencing ourselves and the world. Cooking is thinking: about the liberating constraint of tying apron strings; the transformative dynamics of shared meals; the meaning of appetite and bodily pleasure; the wild subversiveness of the recipe, beyond words or control.

One of the most significant benefits of urban gardening is its contribution to food security. In many urban areas, access to fresh produce can be limited, leading to a reliance on processed foods that are often less nutritious. By cultivating vegetable gardens, city dwellers can grow their own food, ensuring a steady supply of fresh, organic produce. This self-sufficiency not only promotes healthier eating habits but also reduces the carbon footprint associated with transporting food from rural areas to urban centers.

In this Tiny House: A Beginner's Guide to Minimalist Living, Building Your Small Home Guide, you'll learn all that you need to know about minimalist living and the tiny house movement. You'll find out how to get started on building your tiny home, frequently asked questions, and even whether or not you should hire a professional to build your tiny home. Tiny House: A Beginner's Guide to Minimalist Living, Building Your Small Home Guide will provide valuable resources on what supplies you'll need, where to buy tiny home kits, and where to find free tiny house plans. With helpful suggestions about how to get started and what material options you have, this guide will teach you everything you need to know to get started building your tiny home within your budget today.

DIY Solar Power for Beginners: How to Build Small Solar-Powered Devices is your step-by-step guide to understanding and creating your own solar-powered tools—no prior experience required. Whether you want to power small gadgets or take the first step toward off-grid living, this book empowers you with the knowledge and confidence to get started.

What if you lived in a small town, lose your job, and don't see other employment options nearby? That was Melanie Perkins' predicament when grouchy news publisher Hal Morris fired her because she took too many photos of flowers when she was supposed to concentrate on the story at hand. She lands work as a landscaper, but there's an ugly surprise her first day at the new job. At first no one thinks Melanie could be a killer. But when her hoe turns up in the same mulch pile as a body, the local sheriff isn't so sure. Mel’s initially willing to let law enforcement clear her name, but the hoe...

Welcome to “Small Home Cheats, Hacks, Hints, Tips, and Tricks Guide”– your comprehensive guide to transforming even the tiniest of spaces into functional, organized, and stylish sanctuaries. In this book, you'll discover a treasure trove of cheats, hacks, hints, tips, and tricks tailored specifically for small homes. Whether you're a seasoned minimalist or just beginning your journey to simplify and streamline your living space, these tried-and-tested techniques will empower you to make the most of every square inch.

Secrets shared can bind hearts, but secrets concealed? That's a tale of its own. The year is 1884. Robert Cooke and his pregnant wife Freya tragically lose their two sons to scarlet fever, sending Freya into self-imposed isolation for the safety of their unborn child. Cut off from each other, their shared grief becomes a silent, destructive foe. A decade later and now a successful businessman, Robert conceives a poignant tribute to his lost sons - a pleasure garden. But in withholding his vision from Freya, he widens the gulf between them.

Dream of plucking fresh herbs steps from your kitchen? Think you don’t have enough space to grow a meaningful garden? Your solution is here! Discover Raised Bed and Container Gardening – a guide to growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers in small spaces, while enhancing your well-being and connection to nature.

Looking for easy, budget-friendly ways to reduce your environmental impact and save money? Authored by award-winning environmental journalist, Candice Batista, Sustained takes you on an eye-opening journey towards sustainability and eco-friendly living-starting at home. This step-by-step, eco-living guide offers simple yet powerful ways to turn each room in your home into a hub of sustainability, while pocketing impressive savings every step of the way.

Have you ever wanted to know how to raise chickens on your own? Are you curious as to how to keep a flock of backyard chickens? I wrote my audiobook, How to Raise Chickens in Your Own Backyard, all about chicken care and raising backyard poultry for healthy meat and eggs to provide for your family. I believe in the philosophy of natural chicken keeping.

Container gardening is your portal to turn those dreams of lush foliage, bursting blooms, and homegrown vegetables into a tangible reality, regardless of your available space. Discover how “The Art of Container Gardening in Small Spaces” is heralding a revolution in gardening methods for urban dwellers and beginners alike.

It's not just hems that are frayed in Applewell... Gracie rescues old clothes and cast-offs from Applewell's charity shop, making them into cute and fresh outfits, which she then sells in her little shop. Turning a profit is hard at the best of times, let alone when new arrival Lucas appears... After running away from the village in his teens, Lucas has finally returned to an uncomfortable amount of fanfare and gossip. His job requires him to streamline homeless charity, UnderCover, and his plans to do so risk putting Gracie out of business.

There is nothing better than an autumnal tale of horror and suspense. Safe to go out into the fields? Safe to choose a pumpkin to carve into a jack-o-lantern? Maybe. Maybe not. Only in the quiet New England town of Monadnock can a German farmer of Guernseys make you think twice about accepting a free New England pumpkin, but perhaps with good reason.

A new bakery to open, a broken engagement, and feuding mothers. Just what Levi and Holly wanted for Christmas.

The best way to add height to your landscape is to build a vertical garden. However, there are several factors to consider when creating your own. You've come to the right place if you want to build your own vertical garden. Vertical gardening has become extremely common in recent years, and making one is a lot of fun.

Transform your small urban space into a lush, vibrant haven with Urban Gardening: Mastering Vertical and Container Gardening for Small Spaces. This comprehensive guide provides practical advice and innovative techniques to help you make the most of limited areas and grow your own food sustainably.

Growing your own vegetables in containers is an excellent way to enjoy fresh, homegrown produce, even if you have limited space. Whether you have a small patio, balcony, or sunny window, container gardening allows you to cultivate a variety of vegetables in a compact and manageable way. This guide will walk you through everything from selecting containers to harvesting your crops, with detailed commentary to ensure your success.