{"product_id":"houseplant-hookups-all-the-dirt-you-need-to-find-the-perfect-match-hardcover","title":"Houseplant Hookups: All the Dirt You Need to Find the Perfect Match - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAgatha Isabel\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMai Ly Degnan\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaking its cues from the wonderful world of online dating, \u003ci\u003eHouseplant Hookups\u003c\/i\u003e explores the pros and cons of cohabitating with different houseplants.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ \"Isabel, who hails from three generations of plant-loving family members, shares her expertise and knowledge of houseplants in this amusing, informative book, best for neophyte horticulturists who might not yet have a green thumb.\"--\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, Starred Review\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCohabitation is a big step in any relationship, so to make sure you don't get stuck with a dead\u003ci\u003eleaf\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHouseplant Hookups\u003c\/i\u003e digs up all the dirt on 35 prospective houseplant partners. 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After moving to Brooklyn from LA, she began her plant collection and rediscovered a deep connection with nature. She's passionate about community-building in all aspects of her life and through Planting for Progress, a community-sourced project that raised money for human rights and local organizations, and her shop, Plant Ma, she has created a thriving plant community. With nature as her muse, she writes, paints, and travels to tropical locations as a creative outlet to balance her professional tech and privacy career. She can usually be found volunteering with local nonprofits, exploring new nature spots, vibing at a concert, or trying to find love on a dating app. She is currently based in Southern California. Find her on www.agathaisabel.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMai Ly Degnan\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning illustrator, currently based in Baltimore, MD. She earned her BFA in illustration at the Savannah College of Art and Design and her MFA in illustration practice at the Maryland Institute College of Art. Mai Ly enjoys creating humorous illustrations with tedious line work, pattern making, and bright colors. Her work has been recognized by the Society of Illustrators of New York and Los Angeles, American Illustration, and 3x3. 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