Barbara O'Neill's Forgotten Home Remedies Apothecary: The Mega Encyclopedia of 500+ Remedies 4 Books in 1 by Margaret Willowbrook; The Ultimate Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners: 2000 Days of Crispy, Flavorful, & Guilt-Free Recipes to Revolutionize Your Cooking and Satisfy Every Craving-Perfect for Newbies and Seasoned Chefs by Lionel Miller; 2025 Crock Pot Cookbook for Beginners: 2000 Days Super Easy and Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes Book for Every Home-Cooked Meals (sic), from Breakfast to Desserts, Lunch and Dinner By Mathildetru Lauruiridsen

 Barbara O'Neill's Forgotten Home Remedies Apothecary: The Mega Encyclopedia of 500+ Remedies 4 Books in 1 by Margaret Willowbrook; The Ultimate Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners: 2000 Days of Crispy, Flavorful, & Guilt-Free Recipes to Revolutionize Your Cooking and Satisfy Every Craving-Perfect for Newbies and Seasoned Chefs by Lionel Miller; 2025 Crock Pot Cookbook for Beginners: 2000 Days Super Easy and Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes Book for Every Home-Cooked Meals (sic), from Breakfast to Desserts, Lunch and Dinner By Mathildetru Lauruiridsen

By Julie Sara Porter 

Bookworm Reviews

Barbara O'Neill's Forgotten Home Remedies Apothecary: The Mega Encyclopedia of 500+ Remedies 4 Books in 1 by Margaret Willowbrook 

Barbara O'Neill's Forgotten Home Remedies Apothecary by Margaret Willowbrook is a detailed book that gives Readers various natural herbs, teas, tonics, and others for various illnesses and injuries. 

The introduction shows us O’Neill’s commitment to holistic healing and what Willowbrook called “a journey of self-discovery and nurturing.” The four books focus on Daily Wellness, Women and Men's Herbal Health, Skin, Hair, and Beauty Apothecary and Family Wellness and Children's Remedies. This shows the many ways that natural healing remedies work.

The Daily Wellness Book includes such remedies for ailments such as: Ginger and Honey Cold Syrup for Immunity Strength, Elderberry and Peppermint Tea for Immunity Boosting, Clove and Cinnamon Warming Infusion for Antiviral and Antibacterial, Maca and Astragalus Powder for Daily Vitality, Green and Lemon Tea for Brain Energizer, Reishi and Ginseng Tonic to Rejuvenate the Body and Mind, Dandelion and Mint Liver Detox Tea for Comfort and Relief, Anise and Fennel Carminative Tonic to Reduce Gas and Bloating, and Lemon Balm and Rosemary Powder for Digestion.

The Women's and Men's Herbal Health Book includes such remedies as: Nettle and Red Clover Tea for Hormonal Support, Chasteberry and Licorice Root Powder for Women's Balance, Raspberry Leaf and Spearmint Tea for Fertility Support, Shatavari and Goji Berry Tonic for Women's Wellness, Lemon Balm and Black Cohosh Tonic for Menopause Support, Rhodiola and Schisandra Blend for Endurance and Stamina, Hibiscus and Ginger Tea for Morning Energy, Fo-Ti and Turmeric Tonic for Resilience, Maca and Ginseng Powder for Men's Reproductive Stamina.

Skin, Hair, and Beauty Apothecary includes remedies such as: Chamomile and Aloe Cleanser for Gentle Skin, Rosehip and Vitamin E for Moisturizer, Green Clay and Lavender Face Mask for for Skin Care, Coconut Milk and Honey Conditioner for Hair Care, Argan and Rosemary Conditioning Oil for the Scalp, Vanilla and Olive Oil Lip Balm, Pomegranate and Argan Oil for Anti-Aging, and Vitamin C and Aloe Eye Serum for Hydration.

Family Wellness and Children's Remedies include such remedies as: Catnip and Chamomile Tea for Sleepy Time, Thyme and Lemon Syrup for Respiratory Support, Calendula and Shea Butter Balm for Eczema Relief, Holy Basil and Nettle Tea for Family Immunity, Thyme and Rosemary Steam for Antiviral, Fennel and Peppermint Tea for Family Digestive Support, Chamomile and Lavender Syrup for Improving Sleep Quality, Plantain and Coconut Salve for Minor Cuts, Bruises, and Abrasions, and Lemon and Mint Cool Compress for Headache Relief.

The Forgotten Home Remedies Apothecary is the type of book that anyone who studies homeopathic remedies and natural holistic medicines should never be without.

The Ultimate Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners: 2000 Days of Crispy, Flavorful, & Guilt-Free Recipes to Revolutionize Your Cooking and Satisfy Every Craving-Perfect for Newbies and Seasoned Chefs by Lionel Miller

Lionel Miller’s The Ultimate Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners is a delicious book that offers flavorful recipes that make the most of this particular kitchen appliance, the air fryer.

The introduction talks about maintaining healthy diets without sacrificing flavor. It offers a versatile selection of meals and a joyful cooking experience. Readers can use their creativity and efficiency to cook diverse meals.

The recipes include various meals such as: Easy Buttermilk Biscuits for Breakfast, Beef Jerky for Family Favorites, Easy Cinnamon Toast for Fast and Easy Everyday Favorites, Hamburger Steak with Mushroom Gravy for Beef, Pork, and Lamb, Thanksgiving Turkey Breast for Poultry, Garlic Shrimp for Fish and Seafood, Greek Yogurt Deviled Eggs for Snacks and Appetizers, Air-Fried Okra for Vegetables and Sides, Crispy Tofu for Vegetarian Mains, and Chocolate Cake for Desserts.

The Ultimate Air Fryer Cookbook is a brilliant addition to any cook’s recipe collection.

2025 Crock Pot Cookbook for Beginners: 2000 Days Super Easy and Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes Book for Every Home-Cooked Meals (sic), from Breakfast to Desserts, Lunch and Dinner By Mathildetru Lauruiridsen

Mathildetru Lauruiridsen’s 2025 Crock Pot Cookbook for Beginners provides healthy suggestions for those who want a  slow moving home cooked meal.

The introduction extols the low and steady cooking style and how it encourages savory and spicy meals with great flavor and taste. Wholesome balanced meals can be made with minimal effort. Lean proteins, whole grains, and vegetables can lead to nutritional food. The crock pot is a time saver since people can put the food in the pot, set the timer, temperature at low heat, and go through their day while the food is cooked slowly for hours. In a world where speed and immediate gratification are the norm, cooking with a crock pot gives us moments where we can slow down and appreciate a whole hearty meal.

The recipes include such meals as: Slow-Cooked Blueberry French Toast for Breakfast, Cheesy Grits Casserole for Beans and Grains, Gran’s Big Potluck for Poultry, Red Wine-Marinated Sirloin, Cajun Shrimp for Fish and Seafood, Slow-Cooked Garden Tomato Soup for Stews and Soups, Sweet & Spicy BBQ Little Smokies for Snacks and Appetizers, Onion Potatoes for Vegetables and Sides, Decadent Hot Fudge Pudding Cake for Desserts, and Italian Sausage and Pepper Hoagies for Pizzas, Wraps, and Sausages.

The Crock Pot for Beginners is a steady cookbook that presents wholesome and hearty meals for those who are looking for nutritious meals that helps them pause and savor what they eat. 

Over 350 Barbara O’Neill Inspired Herbal Healing Home Remedies & Natural Medicines Vol. 1 & 2 by Margaret Willowbrook; The Ultimate Flavorful Ninja Air Fryer Cookbook: 2000+ Days of Mouthwatering and Easy Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners to Enjoy a Stress Free Gourmet Life Inc. Tips & Tricks by Jose C. Fisher; The Complete Crock Pot Cookbook for Beginners: 2000+ Days of Easy and Flavorful Slow Cooker Recipes for Effortless, Home-Cooked Meals, from Breakfasts to Desserts, Snacks, Lunch, and Dinner by Terry Stover

Over 350 Barbara O’Neill Inspired Herbal Healing Home Remedies & Natural Medicines Vol. 1 & 2 by Margaret Willowbrook

Over 350 Barbara O'Neill Inspired Herbal Healing Home Remedies & Natural Medicines by Margaret Willowbrook is the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn about using herbs for medicinal purposes.

This book is split into two volumes. Volume 1 concentrates on what herbal remedies are, why they are necessary, and what advantages that natural medicines can bring to the body, mind, and emotions. 

Herbal medicine is guided by several principles. It is based on the understanding that plants can be used for healing purposes. It is personalized for  each individual that has unique health needs and responds differently to various herbs and treatments. Herbal medicine works holistically not only on the body but also for emotional, mental, and spiritual needs.

The book explores safety and health considerations when using herbs such as monitoring side effects, abstaining during certain times like pregnancy, monitoring allergies, and making sure to consult medical professionals for advice. It also talks about preparing herbs such as balancing and taking herbs that complement each other.

Some of the best chapters are the ones that emphasize specific health properties that herbal remedies can be used to treat. Herbs can be used in various means such as drinking tea, taking supplements, and bathing for detoxification.They can be used to expel toxins and restore and rejuvenate the body's systems. 

Herbs can be used for specific health issues concerning men and women. Men and women experience different hormone balances and can have specific diseases like menstrual disorders and prostate enlargement. Herbs help such issues like reproduction, preventive health, prostate health, cardiovascular disease, mental health and stress management. It is very thorough and in depth describing the various illnesses and what herbs can do to aid them.

Specific case studies describe people who were helped by herbal treatments Emily for example used Valerian Root and Lemon Balm to treat her insomnia. Kevin is another example. He took Passionflower and Kava to treat his anxiety. The cases bring individual experiences forward to show the Readers that herbal remedies can help anyone.

Volume 2 is mostly a list of specific concerns and herbs that can help treat them. They include: Green Tea and Lemon Elixir for an Antioxidant Boost, Lavender Oil Bath for Relaxation, Magnolia Tea for Sleep Disturbances, Licorice Root for Digestive Health, Hibiscus Flowers for Blood Pressure, Cinnamon and Honey for Immune Boosters, Ginger Compress for Muscle Pain, Gingko Biloba Leaf Tea for Brain Health, Motherwort Tea for Menopausal Symptoms, Saw Palmetto Berry Tea for Prostate Health, Aloe Vera Gel for Sunburn, Eyebright and Chamomile Eye Wash for Eye Strain, and Sage and Sea Salt Gargle for Sore Throats.

This book is a comprehensive and exhaustive account of the various ways that herbs improve physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.

 

The Ultimate Flavorful Ninja Air Fryer Cookbook: 2000+ Days of Mouthwatering and Easy Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners to Enjoy a Stress Free Gourmet Life Inc. Tips & Tricks by Jose C. Fisher

Jose C. Fisher’s The Ultimate Flavorful Ninja Air Fryer Cookbook is a fascinating book that offers some great recipes to help users make the most of their air fryers.

The introduction offers tips on how to use and care for the air fryer. It includes, “preheat the air fryer,” “prepare your food,” “place the food in the air fryer basket,” “set the timer and temperature,” “check and flip the food,” and “enjoy your delicious meal.”

The recipes are diverse and nutritious. They include “Not-So-English Muffins” from Breakfast, “Fried Oreos” for Dessert, “Sea Bass with Roasted Root Vegetables “ for Fish and Seafood, “Golden Tenders” for Poultry, “Beef Loin with Thyme and Parsley “ for Beef, Pork, and Lamb, “‘Faux-Tato’ Hash,” for Vegetables and Sides, “Mediterranean Pan Pizza” for Vegetarian Mains, “Hush Puppies” for Snacks and Appetizers, “Air Fried Butternut Squash with Chopped Hazelnuts” for Fast and Easy Everyday Favorites, and “Cajun Shrimp” for Family Favorites.

The Ultimate Flavorful Ninja Air Fryer Cookbook is an excellent cookbook that promises delicious food and an effective tool to cook them on.

 The Complete Crock Pot Cookbook for Beginners: 2000+ Days of Easy and Flavorful Slow Cooker Recipes for Effortless, Home-Cooked Meals, from Breakfasts to Desserts, Snacks, Lunch, and Dinner by Terry Stover

Terry Stover’s The Complete Crock Pot Cookbook for Beginners is perfect for those who want a slow burning but thoroughly tasty and healthy meal.

The introduction provides advantages to crock pot cooking such as simplicity in food preparation, making healthy, wholesome, and economical meals.

The meals are versatile and creative. They include “Huevos Rancheros” for Breakfast, “Moroccan Oatmeal” for Beans and Grains, “Just-Peachy Pork Chops” for Beef, Pork, and Lamb, “The Best Thanksgiving Turkey Breast That You Will Ever Eat” (that's its actual name) for Poultry, “South-of-the-Border Halibut” for Fish and Seafood, “Potato Soup with Possibilities” for Stews and Soups, “Mom’s Buttered and Parsleyed Potatoes” for Vegetables and Sides, “Everybody's Favorite Snack Mix” for Snacks and Appetizers, “Warm Gingerbread” for Desserts, and “Middle Eastern Sandwiches (for a crowd)” for Pizza, Wraps, and Sandwiches.

By using a slow cooking appliance like a crock pot and following recipes with wholesome names and simple ingredients, Readers of The Complete Crock Pot Cookbook for Beginners offers plenty of suggestions for warm comfort food.

Essential Air Fryer Cookbook by Mateja Grigic; The Country Living Bible by Jake L. Bryan; The Complete Beginner's Instant Pot Cookbook by Earl M. Levitt; The Flavorful Plant Based Cookbook for Beginners by Richard S. Stone

 The Essential Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners 2024: 1900 Days Easy Delicious Budget-Friendly Air Fryer Recipe Book, 15-Minute Homemade Meals for Busy People/Incl. Fry, Bake, Grill Etc. by Mateja Grigic; The Country Living Bible 5-in-1: The Definitive Homesteading for Peppers to Live and Thrive Off the Grid|Including Survival Skills to Stay Independent, Safe, and Healthy by Jake L. Bryan; The Complete Beginner’s Instant Pot Cookbook 2024: A Comprehensive Collection of Easy and Delicious Recipes for Novice Cooks, Designed to Enhance Your Kitchen Experience by Earl M. Levitt; The Flavorful Plant Based Cookbook for Beginners: 1000+ Days of Exciting and Mouth Watering Recipes to Spice Up Your Plant-Based Meals and Create a Healthier Lifestyle by Richard S. Stone

The Essential Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners 2024: 1900 Days Easy Delicious Budget-Friendly Air Fryer Recipe Book, 15-Minute Homemade Meals for Busy People/Incl. Fry, Bake, Grill Etc. by Mateja Grigic 

If you have an air fryer and are looking for meals to cook on it, then The Essential Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners 2024 offers some interesting ideas.

The introduction offers some of the  benefits that cooking with an air fryer can bring. Such benefits include “Healthier Cooking,” and “Reduced Calories” both by using less oil. They are also described as “Time Efficient” and “Energy Efficient” by cooking faster and reducing energy consumption.

As with many cookbooks, this book provides plenty of varied recipes for "Breakfast, Family Favorite, Fast and Everyday Favorites, Fish, Seafood, Beef, Pork, Lamb, Poultry, Snacks and Appetizers, Vegetables and Sides, Vegetarian Mains, and Desserts." 

The recipes offer some potentially delicious ideas for various meals. They include “Greek Bagels,” “Chinese-Inspired Spareribs,” “Easy Devils on Horseback,” “Moroccan Spiced Halibut with Chickpea Salad,” “Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Pork Chops,” “Honey-Glazed Chicken Thighs,” “Mozzarella Arancini,” “Garlic Cauliflower with Tahini,” “Stuffed Portobellos,” and “Tortilla Fried Pies.”

An air fryer is a useful cooking appliance and this book is a great companion for it.

The Country Living Bible 5-in-1: The Definitive Homesteading for Peppers to Live and Thrive Off the Grid|Including Survival Skills to Stay Independent, Safe, and Healthy by Jake L. Bryan

Some people dream of living a simple life off the grid. Whether they are concerned about the destruction of the environment, are distrustful of government overreach, have religious or cultural reasons, are nostalgic for the past, or just simply crave a slower pace, living off the grid is a sought for dream. Jake L. Bryan’s The Country Living Bible is an ultimate guide for those who long for a simpler life in a complicated world. 

The book is actually five books in one that takes Readers through the various facets on rural living. It includes chapters on selecting and building a homestead, growing, preparing, and storing food, emergency preparedness, survival skills, energy and water solutions, home maintenance and repairs, safety and security strategies, and holistic, alternative, and natural medicines and remedies. This is a book that caters to one’s physical, mental, and emotional well being while undertaking such a monumental task. 

Many of the chapters stress simplicity and living off of the land. High prices at the grocery store? Grow your own food. Concerned about increased carbon footprints? Use solar, hydro, and wind energy. Concerned about the constant stream of technology and misinformation? Use public WiFi services like the library or pay for a limited basic connection.This book gives clear directions and step-by-step processes on how to do such things. 

Some of the more interesting parts include sections that talk about security and health services. The security chapters cover such things as monitoring and using surveillance around the properties. Above all, an important factor is to trust the neighboring community to assist in protection. People assume living off the grid means living completely separately and away from everyone else, but Bryan shows that the strongest off the gridders actually have thriving communities where people communicate and work together. 

The health section includes various plants and herbs for remedies, fitness routines for exercise, and stress management techniques to improve mental health. While it offers advice on how to apply first aid and treatments for simple illnesses and injuries, it doesn’t dismiss medical treatment offhand. By all means, it says if there is a complex injury or a serious illness, contact emergency services immediately. It’s nice to know that even though one desires to live outside of modern society, the modern society is still there in case help is needed.

Off the grid living is not recommended for everyone. But for those that are interested and are willing to pursue it, this book is a strategic helpful guide on how to get started.

The Complete Beginner’s Instant Pot Cookbook 2024: A Comprehensive Collection of Easy and Delicious Recipes for Novice Cooks, Designed to Enhance Your Kitchen Experience by Earl M. Levitt

For cooks who are just learning or who are looking for a healthy easy meal, Readers may want to check out Earl M. Levitt’s The Complete Beginner's Instant Pot Cookbook 2024. 

This book has a nice variety of foods. Everything is present from Breakfast, to Poultry, Beef, Pork, Lamb, Fish, Seafood, Snacks, Appetizers, Vegetables, Sides, Desserts, Stews, and Soups.

The recipes are plentiful and delicious. They include diverse meals such as “Breakfast Millet with Nuts and Strawberries,” “Cajun Chicken,” “Rosemary Lamb Chops,” “Poached Salmon,” “Bok Choy Salad Boats with Shrimp,” “Indian Okra,” “Traditional Cheesecake,” and “Chicken Enchilada Soup.” 

The Complete Beginner's Instant Pot Cookbook is a great book for those who want a fun, delicious, and easy meal

The Flavorful Plant Based Cookbook for Beginners: 1000+ Days of Exciting and Mouth Watering Recipes to Spice Up Your Plant-Based Meals and Create a Healthier Lifestyle by Richard S. Stone

If you are interested in a vegan diet, then you may want to try Richard S. Stone’s The Flavorful Plant Based Cookbook for Beginners. It’s a nice variety of recipes as well as providing tips and benefits of a plant based diet. 

The first chapter is detailed even before the recipes begin. Benefits such as lower risk of chronic diseases, better weight management, environmental sustainability, and ethical considerations are explored. This chapter also includes ingredients and seasonings, tips for maintaining a healthy diet, cooking techniques, tools, and ways to prepare and plan meals. There are also tips for travel and dining out like trying ethnic cuisines, don’t be afraid to ask for a plant based menu, and don’t stress if there aren’t any plant based options. 

The recipes take Readers through Breakfast, Basics, Beans, Grains, Desserts, Vegetables, Sides, Snacks, Appetizers, Salads, Stews, Soups, Staples, Sauces, Dips, and Dressings. They include interesting menu options like “Banana, Date, and Coconut Muesli,” “Mama Mia Marinara Sauce,” “Hearty Veggie Hoagies,” “Cherry Chocolate Bark,” “Garlic Mashed Potatoes,” “Sunshine Everything Crackers,” “Greek Salad in a Jar,” “‘’Don’t Waste the Good Stuff’ Squash Soup,” and “Dreamy Lemon Curd.” The variety of meals show that there are many ways to prepare vegetables. 

This book gives a variety of recipes that not only offer tasty meals but encourage healthy eating,