Now that we are in the dead of winter, it is time to start thinking spring. If you are like many gardeners, you are not spending your winter months pining away but planning. I find that now is the perfect time to start thinking of what I will plant, how the garden will come together and when I should be starting seedlings. With that in mind, it reviewed the book, "The Edible Front Yard." The book is not your typical raised bed kind of book but rather focuses on giving users the ability to build a garden that has curb appeal.

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As a part of the recreation book club review, I decided to give this a chance. Never have I planted vegetables in my front yard (and interestingly, this is where the most space and light exist. In her book, the author, Ivette Soler offers a unique viewpoint about exactly that. The best placement for edibles is not hidden away but right in your gardens for all to see. The book offers some great information as well as useable plans for making edible plants not only attractive but also successful anywhere you want to put them. Read more about Recreation Book Club Review: The Edible Front Yard

When it comes to spending time doing something you love, do not let the winter months slow you down. Rather, check out a great recreation book like those about winter camping. Yes, it makes sense to test your skills and to push the limits outdoors and for any true camper, there is nothing better than enjoying nature at its most treacherous level. The book, NOLS Winter Camping, can help. Read more about Winter Camping Book Review: Recreation Outdoors Rules

If sports collecting is your thing, or you wish it was, there are a number of guidebooks that can help you to grow this passion even farther. Sports collecting is one of the most common recreational hobbies today because it allows individuals who may no longer be tough enough to hit the court or to handle a few tackles to still experience their favorite sport up close. If you enjoy collecting baseball cards, sports memorabilia or you just love the thought of having a signed jersey, choose a few key books to help you along the way.

A great choice for those who want to build a successful sports collection is the book called, "Collecting Sports Legends: The Ultimate Hobby Guide." The book has received positive reviews on Amazon.com. This guidebook provides a comprehensive look at the sports in the country and helps individuals to learn how to find those treasured collectibles that make all of the difference. With this book, you can start from nowhere and build a successful future for yourself in collecting sports memorabilia.