If you find yourself coming down with a case of rainy-day boredom or "I can't watch another rerun on TV" syndrome, grab the closest deck of cards and get ready for some serious fun! The Everything Card Games Book is packed with loads of variety to keep you entertained for hours with games you can play solo or with a group of people. Wow your friends and family with your card-shark skills by mastering these basic games - along with a handful of more advanced ones, too! In addition to key rules and instructions for play, The Everything Card Games Book provides tips on shuffling and dealing, essential etiquette, and knowing when to hold and when to fold. Learn how to play: Classic games, such as bridge and whist Team games, such as pinochle and spades Variations of games, such as Mexican Stud and Pai Gow Poker Games from abroad, such as Black Maria and Scopone Scientifico Kids' games, such as Go Fish and Memory and more! The perfect way to get you up to speed on more than fifty popular games, The Everything Card Games Book is your wild card for scoring big. Pull up a seat, gather your friends, and let the games begin!

Tabletop and board games aren’t just for rainy days or awkward family events anymore. As the game industry grows, people of all ages are jumping to play “the original social network.” In our ever-increasing technological world, playing old-school games is a welcome retreat from the overexposure to Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and the rest of social media. Over the past few years, board games have become the hot new hobby. Instead of friends sitting around the same table and staring at their phones, they are now either working with or against each other. Millions upon millions of new fans have begun to join their friends in real life for a fun game of Pandemic, 7 Wonders, or Ticket to Ride. The Everything Tabletop Games Book shows how to play some of the best tabletop games in the world, from classic strategy games like Settlers of Catan to great new games like Gloomhaven. Throughout the book, you’ll learn the different genres of tabletop and board games; how to play each game; rules and strategies to help you win; and even where to play online—including new expansions to keep your favorite games fresh and exciting. So gather up some friends, pick a game from this book, and start playing! You’ll be having a blast in no time.

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For thousands of years, one clandestine organization has been rumored to control the destinies of men, cities, even nations: Freemasonry. Often traced back to the stonemason guilds of the Middle Ages, Freemasons were supposedly to be found among all the great minds of the Renaissance, including Da Vinci. The Freemasons have claimed such illustrious personages as Mozart, Benjamin Franklin, Darwin, FDR, Churchill, W.C. Fields, Herbert Hoover, and many others as members. Even today, Freemasonry boasts Masonic lodges all over the globe. The Everything Freemasons Book examines all the aspects of this fascinating organization, including: -myths, legends, and stories of this ancient order—what’s true and what’s not -the closely guarded secret rituals, symbols, and esoteric arts -the Freemasons’ enemies—from the Catholic Church to the Nazis -the many controversies surrounding this secret society—past and present

Master the exciting art of card magic with The Everything Card Tricks Book. Featuring intriguing party tricks guaranteed to awe and entertain, this easy-to-follow guide has all you need to impress even the toughest skeptics. Instruction progresses from basic to advanced as you learn to handle everything from simple tricks to the most slippery deceptions. Structured for all levels, this is the only reference that all ages can enjoy – with or without an audience! Includes helpful hints on: Engaging your audience Shuffling and cutting Caring for your cards Clever card placement Presenting with flourish With fully illustrated step-by-step instructions, The Everything Card Tricks Book is your one-stop resource to learn the electrifying art of card magic – the fast and fun way!

Still reeling from the shock that you're not having just one baby, you're having two, three, or more? Unsure about what to expect and what you need to do? There's no need to fear, because with The Everything Twins, Triplets, and More Book you have all the answers right at your fingertips. From what to anticipate throughout pregnancy and delivery to surviving those first few sleepless months and the necessary lifestyle changes you'll need to make, every scenario is covered! Includes information on: What to expect during each trimester Physical changes your body endures Budgeting for extra expenses Setting up your household for the big arrivals The first few months of life with your multiples The Everything Twins, Triplets, and More Book is your all-in-one resource for preparing your home, and your life, for all your little bundles of joy!

A complete package for individual or group bible study! Studying the Bible can be a daunting prospect—but with The Everything Bible Study Book, reading and understanding this great work has never been easier. This unique, nonsectarian guide has everything you need to study the Bible, either on your own or in the company of your peers. Beginning with an overview of the various methods of Bible study, this fascinating and informative book takes you step by step through the important sections of Scripture, beginning with Genesis and ending with Revelations. Every Scripture reference includes: -Brief summaries of each biblical book -Critical historical and background information -Interpretations relevant to today -Ways to apply Bible teachings to daily life The Everything Bible Study Book provides fifty lessons and discussion topics designed for a full year of Bible study. The accompanying CD includes lesson plans, study guides, readings, and other ready-to-print handouts. Whether you’re studying solo or starting your own Bible study group to accompany you, you’ll be ready for the spiritual journey of a lifetime with The Everything Bible Study Book.