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A handbook for what to expect the first year of beekeeping and beyond. The path to becoming a successful beekeeper begins with a deep understanding of the bees themselves. Taking an approach that is both holistic and practical, Tara Chapman, founder and operator of Austin's beloved Two Hives Honey, begins with a primer on honey bee biology and nutrition as well as beehive architecture. (Did you ever wonder why honey combs are composed of tiny hexagons?) A little scientific knowledge goes a long way: a beekeeper who understands how these fascinating creatures work will be better equipped to recognize a particular colony's needs, make sound decisions when the unexpected happens, and adapt their care regimen to changing conditions. Moving beyond the basics, Chapman shows potential beekeepers how to spot pests and diseases; manage swarms (those bees aren't angry; they're just looking for a good home); and, of course, harvest delicious homegrown honey. Imbued with the joy of the beekeeping journey, For the Bees provides practical visual explanations through appealing illustrations, that, alongside Chapman's own stories from the bee yard, share the charms of these essential insects.

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Narrating stories from a place of curiosity, compassion, and delight, Tiffany Morgan accesses her twenty-plus years as an actor to lift the story from the page and into the listener's imagination. Having narrated over 200 titles in a variety of genres, Tiffany's sweet spot is balanced somewhere between cozy mysteries, stories set in the southern United States, and nonfiction books with an empowered female point of view. She also has enjoyed narrating dozens of children's books and educational titles for school curriculums and training. In addition to audiobooks, Tiffany works regularly in film and television, regional theater productions, improv, and a diverse group of animated series. Narrating stories from a place of curiosity, compassion, and delight, Tiffany Morgan accesses her twenty-plus years as an actor to lift the story from the page and into the listener's imagination. Having narrated over 200 titles in a variety of genres, Tiffany's sweet spot is balanced somewhere between cozy mysteries, stories set in the southern United States, and nonfiction books with an empowered female point of view. She also has enjoyed narrating dozens of children's books and educational titles for school curriculums and training. In addition to audiobooks, Tiffany works regularly in film and television, regional theater productions, improv, and a diverse group of animated series.

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