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This tender story about a friendship that endures through changing seasons and how loss is an inevitable part of every life, will become an instant favorite, according to Caroline Swartz. 

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The pan I can't live without

This pan is so affordable and always lets you know when it has hit the right temp. And that's why Kate Hagen LOVES it

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124 is haunted - here's why

This tale of the aftermath of slavery will tear at your heart, says Aprille Byam. 

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Caroline Swartz says this book reminds kids (and moms) that moms aren't perfect, but that's ok, because they can still provide the comfort kids need. 

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People don't do business with a logo.

They do business with people, says Don "The Idea Guy" Snyder, who says Brand Face is a brand-new book about a brand-new way of branding.

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The board book version of the classic alphabet story "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom" will delight the youngest readers (and the adult reading to them) says Caroline Swartz. 

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Caroline Swartz will never forget what it was like to hear Captain Kangaroo read this classic picture book about loyalty, grit, success and creativity. What was it and why was it special? Make your way over to HugDug to find out. 

Photo Credit: Joe Crawford/Flickr

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Buffy the Vampire Slayer was a series so good, Carrie Pena would gladly have amnesia so she could watch it all over again, with fresh eyes. That's pretty great. And you can get the complete series -- right here. 

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If you haven't read Anne Lamott's books before, prepare to have your mind blown. Amy Van Court recommends starting with Traveling Mercies: Some Thoughts on Faith. And once you do, Lamott will likely become one of your sheroes, too. 

Photo Credit: MBK (Marjie)/Flickr

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And so do we, Hello Kitty! Beth Ziesenis says this lunchbox always makes people smile when they see it. And we think it would make a great back-to-school purchase, too! Find out more about it on HugDug. 

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Will women lead the way in creating better, happier, more productive work environments? Jill Konrath thinks so, especially after reading this book. What do you think?

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Changing the system from the inside

You can hack just about everything. Including work. Jess Pillmore lets you in on how you can do it, if you love the purpose of your job. 

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Are you already humming along? Onetime 80s kids just can't resist it, especially! Jonathan Nielsen explains what makes Inspector Gadget the BEST cartoon of the 1980s. 

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Super socks!

Remember the old song, "Your Feet's Too Big?" Well, they never are in those socks, which Jonathan Nielsen says are durable, don't shrink and suit his size 13 feet to a T. You'll never have to worry about sock shrinkage again! 

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Caroline Swartz says this tale of a girl and her squash is touching and fun. It deserves to be read over and over -- at least 64 times! Read more about it at HugDug and see if a child you know would enjoy it as much as Carol. 

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Your pathway from financial slavery to freedom

Want to learn how to live a life of financial sustainability? Check out this book. 

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Make your customers feel awesome for working with your, and they'll keep coming back. That's one of the messages of this essential book, says Don "The Idea Guy" Snyder, who calls it "the most-needed book in business".