Books with author Jennifer Lee Carrell

FEATURED ON TED.com and The Colbert Report.If you think McDonald's is the most ubiquitous restaurant experience in America, consider that there are more Chinese restaurants in America than McDonalds, Burger Kings, and Wendy's combined. Former New York Times reporter and Chinese-American (or American-born Chinese). In her search, Jennifer 8 Lee traces the history of Chinese-American experience through the lens of the food. In a compelling blend of sociology and history, Jenny Lee exposes the indentured servitude Chinese restaurants expect from illegal immigrant chefs, investigates the relationship between Jews and Chinese food, and weaves a personal narrative about her own relationship with Chinese food. The Fortune Cookie Chronicles speaks to the immigrant experience as a whole, and the way it has shaped our country.

If you think McDonald's is the most ubiquitous restaurant experience in America, consider that there are more Chinese restaurants in America than McDonalds, Burger Kings, and Wendys combined. New York Times reporter and Chinese-American (or American-born Chinese). In her search, Jennifer 8 Lee traces the history of Chinese-American experience through the lens of the food. In a compelling blend of sociology and history, Jenny Lee exposes the indentured servitude Chinese restaurants expect from illegal immigrant chefs, investigates the relationship between Jews and Chinese food, and weaves a personal narrative about her own relationship with Chinese food. The Fortune Cookie Chronicles speaks to the immigrant experience as a whole, and the way it has shaped our country.

How To Make Green Smoothies for Fat LossThis Guide Will Help You:• Discover the different kinds of greens and how they can help you lose fat and keep it off. • Learn how to prepare each green to make refreshing and delicious smoothies.• Find out the different benefits of greens not just for losing fat, but to prevent long term chronic diseases such as high blood pressure and cancer.•Make delicious smoothies that will keep you from craving for sugary and processes junk food ever again. Some of the kitchen-tested recipes for my green smoothie guide include:•Chocolate Kale Smoothie•Spinach Asparagus Smoothie •Bell Pepper Apple and Peanut Butter Smoothie•Kale and Avocado Smoothie What Some People Have Said About Me In My Previous Classes:“Jennifer’s smoothies have always been delicious. I’ve attended 3 of her classes and I couldn’t say enough about how it has changed my health.” Myrna Chang, student“Our family loves smoothies and we usually make them for a special treat. I love the fact that there are no artificial ingredients and sweeteners used in Jennifer’s class. Everything is freshly prepared. I’ve gotten consistently tasty smoothies ever since joining her class. .” Angelina Sanchez, student"I love smoothies and didn’t like the fact that I had to spend a lot to get them. I enrolled in Jennifer’s smoothie making class and I can honestly say that my tea smoothies not only taste better but are healthier than the ones I’ve had at the mall" Jana Kuster, student A Personal Note From the AuthorSmoothies have always been a big part of my life. In this book, I want to show you how to make green smoothies that will help you lose fat. This book will take you from the most basic recipes all the way to to making meal-substitute smoothies.

History s first desperate efforts to conquer the spotted beast of smallpox. The dramatic story of 2 parents who dared to fight back against the disease. After barely surviving the agony of smallpox themselves, they both flouted 18th-cent. Eur. med. tradition by borrowing folk knowledge from African slaves & Eastern women in frantic bids to protect their children. From their heroic struggles stems the modern science of immunology as well as the vaccinations should the disease ever be unleashed again. Carrell transports readers back to the early 20th-cent. to tell the tales of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu & Dr. Zabdiel Boylston: two iconoclastic figures who helped save the cities of London & Boston from the deadliest disease mankind has known. Illus.

Nick was born in a boy's body, but has always felt like a girl inside. Nick's family supports him when he says he no longer wants to be called a boy or dress like a boy; "Always remember to be who you are Nick. Remember that we love you, and we are so proud of you." (p. 17). Nick's parents find a group for families like theirs. With their support, Nick expresses a desire to be addressed as "she," and then to be named "Hope." Based on the author's experiences with her children.

Phil and three other nine-year-olds wake up to discover that they are the last four humans on earth. The only clue to the disappearance of the entire human and animal species are the mysterious whirly walls that are popping out of nowhere. Together, they embark on a brave and comical adventure to find out how to get everyone and every animal back. Spoiler alert: May involve aliens or monsters of some sort.

If you think McDonald's is the most ubiquitous restaurant experience in America, consider that there are more Chinese restaurants in America than McDonalds, Burger Kings, and Wendys combined. New York Times reporter and Chinese-American (or American-born Chinese). In her search, Jennifer 8 Lee traces the history of Chinese-American experience through the lens of the food. In a compelling blend of sociology and history, Jenny Lee exposes the indentured servitude Chinese restaurants expect from illegal immigrant chefs, investigates the relationship between Jews and Chinese food, and weaves a personal narrative about her own relationship with Chinese food. The Fortune Cookie Chronicles speaks to the immigrant experience as a whole, and the way it has shaped our country.

One might think that living on a planet that your father manages might afford you special privileges. Maybe that would be true for other Chancellors' daughters, but for Jylynn it means constant scrutiny, constantly being surrounded by her father's people, and his constant meddling in her day-to-day life. Even going to town is a major obstacle! For a restless spirit like Jylynn, her father's need to control her life becomes unbearable, especially when he continues to push her towards the study of wizardry after she has shown him her natural sorcery ability! Her twin sister aches to gain their father's approval and studies night and day, only to always be in her sister's shadow. She goes where he wants and does what he says, but Jylynn wants more for her life than that. Armed with the idea that neither she nor her sister can get what they desire most if Jylynn stays, she must do what she can to free herself. Part of being a sheltered child, however, is never really knowing the dangers beyond your own father's reach. What will Jylynn do when forces beyond her knowledge entangle themselves in her quest for freedom?

If you think McDonald's is the most ubiquitous restaurant experience in America, consider that there are more Chinese restaurants in America than McDonalds, Burger Kings, and Wendys combined. New York Times reporter and Chinese-American (or American-born Chinese). In her search, Jennifer 8 Lee traces the history of Chinese-American experience through the lens of the food. In a compelling blend of sociology and history, Jenny Lee exposes the indentured servitude Chinese restaurants expect from illegal immigrant chefs, investigates the relationship between Jews and Chinese food, and weaves a personal narrative about her own relationship with Chinese food. The Fortune Cookie Chronicles speaks to the immigrant experience as a whole, and the way it has shaped our country.