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August 2025: Rich Girl Nation

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Title: Rich Girl Nation Author:  Katie Gatti Tassin Publisher: Portfolio Genre:  Finance/Self-Help Pages:  304 Rating: 5 /5 Stars Summary:  " Women experience money differently than men do. In the United States, women have only 55 cents for every dollar of wealth held by men, are more likely to end up in poverty following a divorce, and are less likely to retire with the resources they need. What can women do to build wealth and claim financial power in a system that wasn’t designed for them? Katie Gatti Tassin, personal finance writer and host of the popular podcast  The Money with Katie Show , has built an energized following of smart, ambitious women seeking a deeper understanding of the financial issues that affect them. In  Rich Girl Nation , Tassin deconstructs the unique challenges women face on their journey to financial freedom, offering context and nuanced guidance on money matters including: • Performing a budgetary “Hot Girl Detox” • Proven sala...

July 2025: Wildlife of Ecuador

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   Title:  Wildlife of  Ecuador Author:  Andres Vasquez Noboa Publisher:  Wildlife Explorer Guides Genre:  Wildlife Pages:  288 Rating: 5 /5 Stars Summary:  " Mainland Ecuador's spectacular wildlife makes it a magnet for nature tourists, but until now there hasn't been a go-to, all-in-one guide geared to the general reader. With this handy and accessible guide, visitors now have everything they need to identify and enjoy the majority of birds and animals they are likely to see. Written and illustrated by two of Ecuador's most experienced nature guides and photographers, this book covers more than 350 birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles. It features over 400 stunning color photographs and includes a range map for each species, as well as a brief account of the country's natural history and biogeography. With its extensive coverage, attractive and easy-to-use layout, beautiful photographs, and nontechnical text, this is an essential guide ...

June 2025: Ecuador & The Galapagos Islands

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  Title: Ecuador Author:  Bethany Pitts Publisher:  Moon Genre:  Travel Pages:  568 Rating: 3 /5 Stars Summary:  " Canoe through the Amazon, explore the bustling capital of Quito, snorkel in the Galápagos, or kick back on the coast: Embark on an unforgettable adventure with  Moon Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands . Inside you'll find: Flexible itineraries  for spending time in the Sierras, the Amazon, the coast, Quito, and the Galápagos Islands Must-see highlights and unique experiences:  Hike through the Amazon rainforest, paddle across lily-covered lagoons, and spot camian, tapir, or pink river dolphins. Dive with hammerhead sharks in the Galápagos, cycle the epic waterfall route in Baños, and watch the sun rise over the peaks where the Amazon meets the Andes. Wander cobbled colonial streets and gaze up at snow-capped volcanoes rising from wildflower-strewn grasslands. Take a surfing lesson in Montañita, and relax on the beach with a...