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The do-it-yourselfer's go-to reference--the illustrated guide to all those odd, mysterious, wonderful, and necessary things you need to purchase in hardware stores, home centers, and lumber yards. With this book, you can ask for the "thingamajigs" and "whatchamacallits" by proper name. With over 1000 items and over 600 illustrations, you'll never be intimidated again on your shopping trip for your next home repair or home improvement project. A great...

While running the hardware store she owned with her husband, a recently widowed sexagenarian discovers the body of a land developer in her shop’s bathroom and works with her adult daughter and a neighboring shop owner to uncover the murderer.

Your all-in-one guide to the wonderful world of your Mac Are you getting the most from your Mac? Given what's possible, it's pretty unlikely. Whether you're just beginning your journey or are already a seasoned traveler, the six information-packed minibooks included in Macs All-in-One for Dummies open up a world of knowledge, from how to set up a recently bought Mac to exploring the coolest new features on your beloved device. Now updated with what...

"Each town has its own secrets, and those secrets belong to each citizen in his or her own way. When it becomes known that Mr. Nicholas, the eccentric owner of the hardware store, is somehow involved with reindeer, toys, and children, the town becomes more and more suspicious that this man is more than just a clerk on Main Street. JB, a clever, open, ten-year-old boy with Down's syndrome, is able to figure out the secret from the first time Mr. Nicholas...

A guide for the Apple watch covers the technology's many features, designs, and parts, including setting customizable alarms, tracking fitness and health goals, playing podcasts and audiobooks, and sending and receiving messages.

"Leaving her cheating fiance at the altar made Gracie Wilson famous in tiny Bygones, Kansas. Now the only things she can count on are her job at the Fixer-Upper Hardware store and the store's handsome owner. Though Bygones's runaway bride has boosted Patrick Fogerty's business more than any sale could, his feelings for Gracie are more than professional. But with Gracie's heart in pieces, he's afraid to hurt her. Gracie must somehow find the courage...

Every year, hundreds of thousands of seniors choose to use Mac products―like the MacBook Air and iMac―to connect with their loved ones, access the web, and make their lives easier. And even if you've never used a Mac before, we're here to show you how you can make the most of it―one easy step at a time! The newly updated fifth edition of Macs For Seniors For Dummies is filled with large, easy-to-read text, sharp figures and illustrations, and...

The fast and easy way to get the most out of your iPad - updated for iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 3! This new edition of iPad For Dummies covers all the latest tips and tricks to getting the most out of your iPad, presented in a straightforward-but-fun language that has defined the For Dummies brand for more than twenty years. Clear instructions get you started with the basics, like setting up your iPad, mastering the multi-touch interface, and synching...

From first-time homebuyers to frequent hardware store customers, anyone who owns or rents a home will benefit from knowing their way around building and home centers. With the help of this book, purchases will be correct the first time--no multiple trips and returns. You'll learn the difference between drywall screws and deck screws; between faucet washers and neoprene O-rings; and between red wire nuts and blue wire nuts. And that's before we even...

Android Smartphones For Dummies is the all-new guide to Android phones with the familiar Dummies charm everyone loves. This book will give Android rookies a crash-course in how to use these popular phones. You'll go beyond the basics of texting and taking photos--we'll walk you through all the pro tips and tricks for customizing your phone, optimizing all your settings, using social media (safely), and making the most of apps and widgets. We'll even...