Melanie McDonald

Eros and Thanatos converge in the story of a glorious youth, an untimely death, and an imperial love affair that gives rise to the last pagan god of antiquity. In this coming-of-age novel set in the second century AD, Antinous of Bithynia, a Greek youth from Asia Minor, recounts his seven-year affair with Hadrian, fourteenth emperor of Rome. In a partnership more intimate than Hadrian's sanctioned political marriage to Sabina, Antinous captivates the most powerful ruler on earth both in life and after death. This version of the affair between the emperor and his beloved ephebe vindicates the youth scorned by early Christian church fathers as a "shameless and scandalous boy" and "sordid and loathsome instrument of his master's lust." EROMENOS envisions the personal history of the young man who achieved apotheosis as a pagan god of antiquity, whose cult of worship lasted for hundreds of years far longer than the cult of the emperor Hadrian. In EROMENOS, the young man Antinous, whose beautiful image still may be found in works of art in museums around the world, finds a voice of his own at last.

Eromenos

Skip the salad and satisfy your every craving with these 75 guilt-free vegan twists on your favorite comforting classics. With endless options for every meal of the day, this approachable yet decadent collection of recipes is your ultimate guide for whipping up hearty, plant-based meals. Whether you’re a lifelong vegan or a carnivore looking to cut down on your meat intake, each recipe is sure to please your palate and satiate your appetite. With mouthwatering fare like Cozy Veggie Pot Pies, Rich & Saucy Tagliatelle Bolognese, Ooey-Gooey Cinnamon Rolls, and Dreamy Baked Strawberry Cheesecake, Vegan Comfort Cooking by Melanie McDonald, founder of A Virtual Vegan, will have even the most die-hard meat eaters begging for seconds. Start your morning with Creamy Mushroom Stuffed Crepes, satisfy your snack attacks with Mind Blowing Jalapeno Queso, or end your night Ultra Decadent Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake—McDonald’s easy-to-follow recipes are packed with homecooked flavors, making every meal feel like a guilt-free indulgence.

75 Plant-Based Recipes to Satisfy Cravings and Warm Your Soul

Vegan Comfort Cooking

Louise Farmer Smith

Allie Rowbottom

Peter McKenna

Monica Martinez

Brian Cooper

Kaj A, Roy B, Brian C, Jacqueline D, Shawn D, Richard H, Walter H, Danilo L, Monica M, Melanie M, Peter M, Melissa M, Brandon M, Brittany N, Vincent R, Allie R, Jessica S, Louise S, Simone S, Clare T, Ling T, Valerie T, Lauren T, Gina W, Meirav Z

Kaj Anderon-Bauer

Roy Buck

Jacqueline Delibes

Shawn Duyette

Richard Helmling

Walter Holland

Danilo Lopez

Melissa Mendelson

Brandon Meyer

Vincent Rendoni

Jessica Simms

Simone Stedmon

Clare Tascio

Ling E. Teo

Valerie Tidwell

Lauren Tolbert

Meirav Zehavi

A Collection of Flash Fiction for the Average Joe

Espresso Fiction

Hearty Plant-Based Indulgences for Every Day of the Week When Melanie McDonald first became a vegan, she was disappointed in the lack of vibrant, flavorful vegan recipes available—so she created her own. Now, she shares all her favorite homey recipes, ensuring that everyone can enjoy tasty plant-based dishes. Pump up your mornings with Black Forest Breakfast Crepes or Rustic Skillet Potato and Greens Hash. Gather around the dinner table with family and friends to enjoy favorites like Soul-Warming Stew and Dumplings, Sticky Sweet-and-Sour Tofu and Rich and Saucy Bolognese. And satisfy all those between-meal cravings with sweets and snacks like Bangin’ BBQ Cauliflower Wings and Sky-High Apple Pie. No matter the meal or occasion, Melanie’s recipes prove that the vegan versions of familiar favorites leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.

Melanie McDonald

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