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* Body, Mind, & Spirit 90-DAY FITNESS JOURNAL Your Complete Fitness Companion Rose Sery $9.95 (Can $12.95) Spiral-Bound Paper 256 pages (all in 1-color) 978-1-4027-6755-5 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 January Getting fit has never been easier! This accessible yet comprehensive fitness companion has all the information anyone needs to get into shape the right way, right away. It covers both exercise and nutrition, with smart, effective strategies for healthy weight loss and maintenance. Most important, a 90-day journal helps users track their workouts, their eating plan, and their speedy progress.
THE EASY MASSAGE WORKBOOK A Complete Massage Class in a Book Clare Harris $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper with flaps 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-84483-913-1 7 7/8 x 7 7/8 February Learning how to give a massage has never been easier! With this comprehensive workbook, it’s simple to master a variety of basic techniques (stroking, kneading, knuckling, friction) and routines. In addition to instructions for a full-body massage, there are focused ones for common ailments and for vulnerable groups, such as pregnant women, babies, and the elderly.
ANGEL FIRST AID
THE EASY YOGA WORKBOOK
Remedies for Life, Love, and Prosperity Sue Storm, “The Angel Lady”
A Complete Yoga Class in a Book Tara Fraser
$17.95 (Can $23.50) Hard 192 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-7087-6 5 x 7 1/8 March Angel First Aid is nothing less than a practical guidebook to the ethereal realm that leads us to the right angel for every kind of problem, from relationships to parenting troubles. Each chapter includes visualization exercises to summon the correct angel, as well as illustrative case studies of angels orchestrating serendipitous events—saving marriages, averting disasters, creating friendships.
THE COMET & THE TORNADO Reflections on the Legacy of Randy Pausch, The Last Lecture & the Creation of Our Carnegie Mellon Dream Fulfillment Factory Don Marinelli $19.95 (Can $25.95) Hardcover & CD 144 pages 978-1-4027-7088-3 5 1/2 x 7 April When Randy Pausch died, millions of people who either read or watched his Last Lecture on YouTube felt as if they had lost a friend. One man who actually did lose a close friend was Don Marinelli. Affectionately referred to as “The Tornado” in The Last Lecture, Don co-founded the entertainment Technology Center (ETC) at Carnegie Mellon University with Randy. Most poignantly, Don reveals what he learned from Randy, whom he describes as a “comet who burst upon the scene like an astral body…illuminating his secrets for living life to the fullest.”
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$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper with flaps 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-84483-912-4 7 7/8 x 7 7/8 February Yoga can reawaken the body to its full potential—and this illustrated introduction creates a complete class for the beginner. Now in a new edition, this fantastic guide is devised for a modern lifestyle and the problems that commonly come along with it, including backache and tension. The movements range from easy balances and lunges to standing twists, the cobra, and the bridge.
THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO CRYSTALS All the Crystals You Will Ever Need for Health, Healing, and Happiness Simon and Sue Lilly $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper with flaps 288 pages (all in color) 978-1-84483-914-8 5 x 6 1/2 May This authoritative illustrated guide to the power and mystery of crystals shows how these gems can heal our spirits and enhance our lives. More than 100 crystals are grouped by color, and presented individually through color photography and in-depth descriptions of appearance; healing properties and other practical uses; and the myths and legends surrounding each type.
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Crafts
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YOUR ASTROLOGY GUIDE 2011
500 ART QUILTS
Rick Levine & Jeff Jawer, the world’s leading astrology team
An Inspiring Collection of Contemporary Work Ray Hemachandra and Karey Bresenhan
$12.95 (Can $16.95) Paper 448 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-6619-0 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 June Rick Levine and Jeff Jawer—astrology’s fastest rising stars—go beyond mere prediction: they offer a cosmic weather report that explains planetary events and energies in a way that anyone can understand…and use to enhance life. Their big, bestselling guide covers 17 months instead of 12: added spreads for each sign from August to December 2010 feature summaries and mini calendars.
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$24.95 (Can $31.95) Paper with flaps 432 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-058-0 8 x 8 March A vibrant and growing community of crafters has embraced quilting, and this outstanding international collection will inspire and captivate them. Juried by Karey Bresenhan, one of the most prominent figures in quilting, it presents 500 magnificent contemporary art quilts, made in fabric and other media and showcasing diverse designs, materials, and techniques.
BEST EVER KIDS COSTUMES Vinilla Burnham $17.95 (Can $23.50) Paper & CD 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-84340-475-0 8 5/8 x 8 5/8 February These costumes are perfect for playacting and holiday fun! An accompanying PatternMaker CD (which runs on Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP) combines easy-to-use patterndrafting software with ready-made computerized pattern collections. Just tell the “pattern wizard” which costume you want and the computer draws it—in the perfect size and fit!
CRAFT CHALLENGE: DOZENS OF WAYS TO REPURPOSE A TEA TOWEL Nathalie Mornu $19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper 132 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-508-0 9 x 9 March This second entry in the popular Craft Challenge series shines a spotlight on the humble but beloved tea towel, with its terrific graphics and nostalgic charm. More than 24 projects show how to transform this functional item into fabulous wearables, accessories, and beyond. A basics section provides a primer on the techniques while how-to illustrations and templates enhance the instructions.
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Crafts CRAFT CORPS
ÜBER ORIGAMI
Celebrating the Creative Community One Story at a Time Vickie Howell
Every Origami Project Ever! Duy Nguyen
$17.95 (Can $23.50) Paper 288 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-468-7 7 x 9 May
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper with flaps 512 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7184-2 8 x 9 March
Best-selling author and stitchery dynamo Vickie Howell puts down her needles to pay tribute to her fellow crafters! Her extraordinary new collection features interviews with 30 successful professional craftspeople as well as profiles of a diverse group of approximately 60 amateurs. And every interview includes a photo of the subject, plus a peek at their work or their studio.
Gathered from the most popular books by the ingenious origami expert Duy Nguyen, this array of projects will astound any fan of paper art. Everything’s arranged by category so it’s easy to find just what you’re looking for, from the most traditional folds to funky new designs. With more than 125 projects–from animals to cars, dinosaurs to Elvis—if it can be folded, Über Origami has it.
RIBBON ART BOOK & KIT
VAN GOGH’S SUNFLOWERS IN-A-BOX
Learn to Embroider 10 Projects, Including Silk Flowers, Snowflakes, Butterflies, and More Brenda Kee $17.95 (Can $23.50) Paperback Book & Gift Set 80 pages (full-color book + components) 978-1-4027-6632-9 7 x 9 April
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Paperback Book & Gift Set 48 pages (full-color book + components) 978-1-4027-5812-6 8 1/2 x 8 1/4 April
Silk ribbon embroidery transforms even ordinary items, giving them a beautiful one-of-a-kind look. This handy and attractive gift set features 10 stylish, unique, and elegantly embroidered projects that anyone can do and includes: an 80-page instructional book; silk ribbons to make a Serene Chrysanthemum Pillow, a water-soluble fabric marker, and two size #24 chenille embroidery needles. ❖
Van Gogh’s masterpiece is now at your fingertips! This unique book and kit provide everything you need to create a beautiful, three-dimensional version of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. Inside the kit you’ll find Van Gogh: His Life and His Flowers, which highlights the history of the famous artist; step-by-step instructions for assembling the full-size vase; and 11 blooming flowers. ❖
TRADITIONAL JAPANESE EGG DECORATING
WHERE WOMEN CREATE: BOOK OF INSPIRATION
$10.95 (Can $14.50) Paperback Book & Gift Set 24 pages (2-color book + components) 978-1-4027-7073-9 8 1/4 x 6 1/2 March
In the Studio and Behind the Scenes with Extraordinary Women Jo Packham & Jenny Doh
This beautiful gift set gives crafters everything they need to try their hand at the ancient Japanese art of egg decorating. It includes an illustrated guide with all the secrets of paper-folding, cutting, and application; origami paper inspired by washi, a handmade paper famous for its intricate designs and unique color patterns; a wooden egg, egg stand, paintbrush, and glaze. ❖
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Build Your Own Multi-dimensional Masterpiece! Paper art by Sam Ita
$24.95 (Can $31.95) Hard 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-564-6 8 1/2 x 10 April Showcasing the studios and work styles of both famous and well-worth discovering artists, Where Women Create: Book of Inspiration is a backstage pass to the insights, muses, and artistic practices of some of today’s most notable creative women. It features gorgeous photos, tips, activities, and exercises, all presented in a warm and friendly voice designed to make readers feel welcome.
Crafts: Needlework
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COFFEE COZIES
PRETTY LITTLE MINI QUILTS
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 156 pages (all in color) 978-1-86108-646-4 8 1/4 x 8 1/4 February
Ray Hemachandra
Knitters are sure to have their favorites among the 30 colorful, fun designs in this great new addition to the popular Cozy series. The cozies—all created and contributed by the readers of Knitting magazine —use a wide range of techniques, including intarsia, 3D, and felting. There are even several crochet designs. A great way for knitters to polish their skills...and learn new ones, too.
$17.95 (Can $23.50) Hard 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-493-9 8 x 8 March Acknowledging the widespread popularity of quilting today, Pretty Little Mini Quilts focuses specifically on this hot trend in stitchery. These wonderful, modern designs—suitable for beginners and intermediates—are the creations of 25 leading artists, many of whom have prominent online presence. The featured techniques include machine and hand quilting, piecing, and embellishing with beads.
CROCHETED FINGER PUPPETS
PRETTY LITTLE PILLOWS
Gina Alton
$17.95 (Can $23.50) Hard 132 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-399-4 8 x 8 May
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 156 pages (all in color) 978-1-86108-657-0 8 1/4 x 8 1/4 February Crocheters will have as much fun making these whimsical little puppets as kids will have playing with them. The 30 projects are divided into three child-friendly themes: “Wild Animals,” such as the Lion, Monkey, and Penguin; “Under the Sea,” featuring Starfish, Crab, and Mermaid; and “Outer Space,” starring green Martians and a bug-eyed Alien. All projects come with easy-to-follow patterns.
Pillows are the perfect creative canvas—easy to sew and ideal for crafters (even beginners) eager to experiment and play. These inventive projects include pillows adorned with chic appliqués and a cheerfully modern patchwork design made from fabric scraps. From traditional squares to sculptural shapes, this collection will have crafters happily filling their homes with these pretty little creations.
DESIGN IT, KNIT IT: BABIES
STITCH ‘N’ FIX
Debbie Bliss
Essential Mending Know-How for Bachelors and Babes Joan Gordon
$24.95 (Can $31.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Hard 148 pages (all in color) 978-1-933027-98-2 7 1/2 x 9 June Celebrated designer Debbie Bliss knits up the most adorable collection of babywear ever. Fifteen original designs include everything from teeny garments for preemies and sporty sweaters to special occasion outfits and accessories—and every one showcases Debbie’s signature style. A designer’s workbook, with knitters’ graph paper, templates, and a stitch gauge, rounds out this indispensable guide.
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper with flaps 176 pages (all in color) 978-1-86108-656-3 8 1/4 x 9 1/4 March Buttons pop, hems unravel, and zippers break—but don’t despair: this fun and practical guide covers every sewing crisis, with invaluable advice for the “needle impaired.” Easy-tofollow instructions and photos explain the basics of hand and machine sewing so anyone can fix fastenings, stitch seams and straps, replace zips, darn holes, and more. Plus: advice on quick emergency repairs!
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TEA COZIES 2
THE ARTFUL CUPCAKE
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 156 pages (all in color) 978-1-86108-659-4 8 1/4 x 8 1/4 February
Baking & Decorating Delicious Indulgences Marcianne Miller
Another charming serving of Tea Cozies! This second collection features a fantastic range of motifs, including a cheerful Sunflower Garden with tiny bees and a classic blue-and-white Cornish Ware pattern. A techniques section explains the basic skills, and the original designs —all created by readers of Knitting magazine—are as easy to make as they are colorful and imaginative.
VOGUE® KNITTING STITCHIONARY™ VOLUME FIVE: LACE KNITTING The Ultimate Stitch Dictionary from the Editors of Vogue® Knitting Magazine $29.95 (Can $38.95) Hard 176 pages (all in color) 978-1-933027-93-7 11 x 8 1/2 June The newest volume in Vogue Knitting’s must-have series! Lovely, versatile lace comes in infinite varieties and is perennially popular with knitters. Featuring clear, concise instructions, charts, and gorgeous color photographs of over 150 designs, this fifth installment in the successful Stitchionary series provides a complete catalog of lace patterns from the Vogue Knitting archives.
$12.95 (Can $16.95) Paper 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-550-9 8 x 8 March Tempting toppings, delicious cakes, and spectacular decorations to complete the pretty picture: that’s what makes these 32 delectably photographed cupcake recipes, created by professional bakers, a perfect delight. “The decorations are the thing.... All are shown in color photographs, and there are numerous step-bystep photos.”—Library Journal
EATING WELL WITH DIABETES More Than 350 Savory Recipes & a Special Dessert Section Mary Jane Finsand, Edith White, M.Ed. & Karin Cadwell, Ph.D., R.N. $9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper 256 pages 978-1-4027-7341-9 6 x 9 June With these appetizing and easy-toprepare recipes—which range from appetizers to gourmet entrées to luscious desserts—a diabetic need never feel deprived! For this updated version of the popular book, a nutritionist and a diabetes specialist have thoroughly reviewed all the information and recipes; it also includes the most current exchange list chart from The American Diabetes Association.
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING BEST-LOVED DESSERTS More Than 250 Scrumptious Recipes $19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper with flaps 384 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-779-8 7 3/8 x 9 1/4 March These sweet temptations are irresistible and doable for any cook! Good Housekeeping not only has cakes, cookies, and pies to delight dessert lovers, but also a wide variety of goodies ranging from refreshing Grapefruit Sorbet to rich Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding, from brownies to Baked Alaska. More than 250 scrumptious recipes—plus variations—are illustrated with mouthwatering color images.
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Culinary GOOD HOUSEKEEPING BUDGET DINNERS!
HEALTHY JUICES FOR HEALTHY KIDS
100 Recipes Your Family Will Love
Over 70 Juice and Smoothie Recipes for Kids of All Ages Wendy Sweetser
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Hard 176 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-812-2 6 x 9 March These days, we all want to spend less, eat better, and save time—and with this new cookbook, the experts from Good Housekeeping’s Test Kitchen show how, with more than 100 lowcost, full-flavor, triple-tested recipes. With delicious dishes such as Pasta Ribbons with Chunky Vegetables, Chicken & Rosemary Dumplings, and Szechuan Eggplant-Peanut Stir-Fry, no one will suspect that you’re making your dollars holler!
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING CLASSIC HOME COOKING 300 Traditional Recipes for Every Day $19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper with flaps 368 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-785-9 7 3/8 x 9 1/4 March From Southern Fried Chicken to New England Clam Chowder, Good Housekeeping presents the best of traditional, time-tested American cooking in one beautiful book. “Offers a good snapshot of the state of cooking in the nation’s homes at the beginning of the second millenium. Current emphasis on food’s nutritional value manifests itself in tables enumerating calories, proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.... Brilliant color photos throughout.”—Booklist
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING FAMILY VEGETARIAN COOKING 225 Recipes Everyone Will Love $24.95 (Can $31.95) Hard 288 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-792-7 7 3/8 x 9 1/4 June From the most trusted name in America comes an all-purpose vegetarian cookbook for families looking to change their diet, in need of midweek meatless alternatives, or dealing with a new vegetarian. Good Housekeeping has a meat-free alternative to every favorite: hearty fare for breakfast and brunch; tasty cold-cut free wraps and sandwiches; and a wealth of dinner choices.
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$12.95 (Can $16.95) Paper 160 pages (all in color) 978-1-84773-612-3 7 x 9 May An assortment of super-healthy yet delicious drinks that kids will love! These vitamin-packed treats incorporate a broad range of fruits and vegetables, but in flavors and textures that are “child-friendly.” There are drinks for every meal, as well as snacks, quick pick-me-ups, and even calming beverages that are ideal for bedtime. Each recipe includes a nutritional note.
HOMEMADE LIVING: CANNING & PRESERVING WITH ASHLEY ENGLISH All You Need to Know to Make Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Chutneys & More Ashley English $19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper 136 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-491-5 8 x 9 April More people are discovering what grandma always knew: canning and preserving will provide you with wholesome treats year round. And this Homemade Living guide explains all the practical, hold-your-hand basics, with plenty of step-by-step photos and advice on tools of the trade and safety. Three primers cover pickles, relishes, and chutneys; jams, jellies, butters, and curds; and whole fruits and veggies.
HOMEMADE LIVING: KEEPING CHICKENS WITH ASHLEY ENGLISH All You Need to Know to Care for a Happy, Healthy Flock Ashley English $19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper 136 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-490-8 8 x 9 April For anyone ready to put their eggs in this basket, here is perfect beginner’s guide to raising chickens, with information on choosing a breed, acquiring the chicks, and housing, feeding, and caring for them. Plus, it provides the lowdown on eggs, including “egg”-celent recipes and profiles of people who have taken on the chicken-rearing challenge.
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culinary QUICK & EASY LOW-FAT RECIPES
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THE TOP 100 CHEAP EATS
Lose Weight – Feel Great Nicola Graimes
100 Delicious Budget Recipes for the Whole Family Hilaire Walden
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 192 pages 978-1-906787-74-5 5 1/4 x 8 1/2 April
$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper with flaps 128 pages (all in color) 978-1-84483-905-6 5 1/2 x 6 3/4 April
Cut the fat, lose weight, and live more healthily! With a wide range of yummy dishes inspired by world cuisines—including Chili Beef Fajitas and Fish Tikka Brochettes—this cookbook proves you don’t have to give up taste to eat well. There are even luscious desserts, such as a Chocolate & Orange Mousse, plus advice on sticking to a low-fat diet, menu plans, and a nutritional breakdown for each recipe.
Here are 100 money-saving, mouthwatering meals to suit any occasion, be it a quick, nutritious dinner for the kids or a glamorous feast for guests. From Chicken Yakitori to Chinesestyle Trout, Pork with Plum Sauce to Pea and Lettuce Risotto, Seared Squid Salad to Summer Berry Parcels, these inspirational dishes suit the wallet, too!
QUICK & EASY LOW-SUGAR RECIPES
THE TOP 100 QUICK & EASY SAUCES
Lose Weight • Boost Energy • Fight Fatigue Nicola Graimes
Mouth-Watering Classic and Contemporary Recipes Anne Sheasby
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 192 pages 978-1-906787-73-8 5 1/4 x 8 1/2 February
$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper with flaps 128 pages (all in color) 978-1-84483-906-3 5 1/2 x 6 3/4 April
Low-sugar doesn’t have to mean no-flavor or artificial sweeteners. Here are 100 easy-to-follow recipes for every meal, as well as a specially extended chapter on the sweetest treats of all: desserts. From Banana Porridge to Roasted Mushrooms with Bacon, these dishes will delight the whole family. And, because they’re low in salt and saturated fats, and high in fiber, they’re great for diabetics, too.
Store-bought sauces can be low in flavor and high in salt and fat— but these homemade versions are delicious, nutritious, and simple to make! Whip up a classic Velouté, to enrich chicken or fish; a mouthwatering Hazelnut Pesto on pasta; or an exotic Kiwi & Lime Sauce, to serve with Fresh Fruit Kebabs for dessert. They’re all here—and doable even for kitchen novices.
Culinary: Wines & Spirits
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OZ CLARKE: GRAPES & WINES A Comprehensive Guide to Varieties and Flavours Oz Clarke & Margaret Rand $24.95 (Can $31.95) Paper with flaps 320 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7730-1 7 11/16 x 10 June Britain’s most renowned wine writer has created the definitive guide for wine lovers. In his usual accessible and appealing style, Clarke appraises the world’s greatest grapes and the wines they make, looking at the history, places, people, wine types, and flavors. Now updated, this prestigious Lanson Wine Book of the Year award winner is the most helpful, thorough, and readable look at the subject.
Decorating & Home
>>> THE BOY MECHANIC SAVES THE WORLD (ONE PROJECT AT A TIME) 252 Earth-Friendly Projects and Tips The Editors of Popular Mechanics $9.95 (Can $12.95) Flexibound 216 pages (b/w illus. throughout) 978-1-58816-772-9 5 x 7 March
The latest captivating title in the popular Boy Mechanic series returns to a simpler time when recycling, repurposing, and “repair, not replace,” were simply a part of everyday life. The Boy Mechanic Saves the World presents eco-friendly, thrifty, and really cool activities, from turning ketchup bottles into nifty soap dispensers to making a power-generating windmill.
THE STYLISH GIRL’S GUIDE TO FABULOUS COCKTAILS
THE GIRL MECHANIC GOES OUTDOORS
Colleen Mullaney
160 Exciting Projects to Make and Do The Editors of Popular Mechanics
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Flexibound 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-933027-96-8 5 1/2 x 8 May Whether you’re toasting a big event or mixing a small batch for two, you’ll find the ultimate concoction in this collection of more than 65 recipes. Select from a delicious menu of gin, vodka, and tequila-based drinks; wine and champagne cocktails; and shots or mini-cocktails. Fun quizzes and a “drinkstrology” horoscope round out this lively and informative guide for the stylish gal.
THE VODKA BIBLE Paul Knorr $17.95 (Can $23.50) Paper with flaps 576 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-6951-1 6 1/8 x 9 1/4 May This delicious compendium contains more than 2,000 vodka recipes, both classic and current, and with some tasty surprises, too. The chapters are organized by drink type: martinis, shots and shooters, layered shots, classic drinks, “bomber” drinks, tall and short drinks, and even X-rated drinks—with names that will shock and tantalize even the most jaded reader!
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$9.95 (Can $12.95) Flexibound 240 pages (b/w illus. throughout) 978-1-58816-801-6 5 x 7 May From the very practical to the justfor-fun, The Girl Mechanic Goes Outdoors offers an eye-opening selection of the magazine’s most creative projects and tips. Every one offers a charming look at oldfashioned ingenuity and resourcefulness. The projects include gardening gadgets to cultivate a child’s green thumb; outdoorsy campfire crafts; and sporty projects for the active girl.
RESTORE. RECYCLE. REPURPOSE. Create a Beautiful Home Randy Florke with Nancy J.Becker $24.95 (Can $31.95) Hard 192 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-769-9 8 1/2 x 10 May From charismatic Country Living contributing editor Randy Florke comes a gorgeous guide to decorating sustainably and inexpensively! Florke explains why going green is so important and how to use what’s already there, find a focus for every space, and determine what makes something environmentally friendly. This is the guide for anyone hoping to transform a home from ordinary to extraordinary.
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HOUSE BEAUTIFUL FABRICS FOR YOUR HOME
AMERICA SPOT THE DIFFERENCES
340 Designer Favorites Jennifer Boles
100 Photo Puzzle Challenges Photographs by Rick Schwab
$16.95 (Can $21.95) Flexibound 288 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-741-5 5 x 7 April
$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper 176 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-6901-6 8 x 9 April
House Beautiful Fabrics for Your Home provides the perfect mix of practical information and inspiration for the home decorator. This conveniently portable primer will help novice and expert alike select and match the ideal fabrics for every room. Featuring advice from more than 60 top designers, plus actual swatches, it allows readers to pick the fabrics that will add personality to their home.
Puzzle challenges to stir the patriotic heart! These 100 “spot the differences” photos focus on America the beautiful, and they showcase an incredible collection of landscapes, people, and pastimes from every corner of the country. Each gorgeous image is partnered with a slightly altered double, and solvers have to find the changes from one to the other.
POPULAR MECHANICS HOW TO CHARM A BIRD
THE COMPLETE BOOK OF CONNECT 4
Create a Backyard Haven with Bird Houses, Baths, and Feeders The Editors of Popular Mechanics
History, Strategy, Puzzles James Dow Allen
$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper with flaps 160 pages (b/w illus. throughout) 978-1-58816-720-0 5 x 7 1/8 June How to Charm a Bird reveals the practical tips and little-known tricks necessary to tempt birds into your yard and garden—a feat that’s actually a little more difficult than it might at first appear. This lovely volume includes chapters on subjects like customizing birdhouses and baths to attract particular species and building feeders that keep out predators such as cats or squirrels.
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 272 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-5621-4 7 x 10 June Fun to play on the board or on the computer, CONNECT 4 has become a staple of the family game room —and this is the definitive book on the subject. It tells all about how CONNECT 4 came to be, offers game-enhancing strategies from a puzzle expert, and provides actual examples so solvers can test themselves on what they’ve learned along the way.
VICTORIA ELEGANT NAPKIN FOLDING
CROSSWORD SUPERSTARS ENCORE
Creative Ideas for a Beautiful Table Joanne O’Sullivan & Terry Taylor
Edited by Peter Gordon
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper with flaps 112 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-821-4 8 x 8 April These 40 chic and decorative folded napkins, shown with precisely photographed instructions, are what every stylish table will wear. The origami-like Fleur de Lis design is perfect for a formal occasion. An oversize napkin becomes a place mat that really showcases your plates. From the pretty Water Lily to the sweet Maiden’s Cap, every motif is enchanting.
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Games & Puzzles
$5.95 (Can $7.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper with flaps 64 pages 978-1-4027-7301-3 8 1/2 x 11 April This new Crossword Superstars collection showcases the top 50 puzzles from seven years of The New York Sun—the most spectacular themed crosswords as well as jaw-droppingly wide-open gimmick puzzles. Solvers will marvel at the rule-bending antics of the nation’s top constructors, the innovative concepts, and the wildly original clues. Crosswords just don’t get any better than this!
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Games & Puzzles CROSSWORD SUPERSTARS TAKE A BOW
EYE-POPPING PHOTO PUZZLES
Edited by Stanley Newman
Spot the Differences & More! Adam Ritchey
$5.95 (Can $7.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper with flaps 64 pages 978-1-4027-6380-9 8 1/2 x 11 April Step right up for the greatest crossword show on earth! Puzzle aficionado Stanley Newman has compiled the very best crosswords from the most brilliant constructors, including such heavy-hitters as Will Shortz, Henry Hook, and Mike Shenk. Each puzzle-making master offers something special, challenging solvers to rely on their wits and expand their language skills.
$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7079-1 8 x 10 June Photo puzzles are all the rage, but this selection of images outdoes them all! From adorable puppies and kittens to stunning architecture, these pictures are truly amazing. Looking through them to find the small variations doesn’t just challenge the brain; it pleases the eye. And, with four levels of difficulty—Novice, Challenger, Expert, and Grand Champion—there are puzzles for every solver!
CROSSWORDS TO MAKE YOU SWEAT
GOLD MEDAL CROSSWORDS
Matt Gaffney, David J.Kahn & Byron Walden
$8.95 (Can $11.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 128 pages 978-1-4027-7343-3 8 x 10 May
$7.95 (Can $10.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-7302-0 6 x 9 April Solvers who find most crosswords a breeze had better get ready: this mental workout will have their brains sizzling! Crosswords to Make You Sweat is a cerebral Pilates class on the advanced level, with puzzles for the truly skilled. Crossword experts will love the challenge!
Peter Gordon
This collection of crosswords goes for the gold. They all feature topnotch themes and devious clues that offer a challenge, while at the same time avoiding that weird “crosswordese” found only on the puzzle pages. If there were a Crossword Olympics, these would stand highest on the podium during the National Puzzle Anthem…which makes them perfect for any mental athlete.
THE DOUBLE-DOWN GUIDE TO BLACKJACK
GREAT CARD GAMES FOR ONE
Joshua Hornik
$7.95 (Can $10.50) Paper 128 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-7116-3 6 x 9 June
$12.95 (Can $16.95) Paper 128 pages 978-1-4027-7307-5 6 x 9 May These are the smartest, simplest, most solid strategies for winning blackjack ever. Joshua Hornik belongs to a group of pros who prove their talents at the table every day, and he knows the card counting system for coming out on top. Hornik explains blackjack’s rules and basic tactics, how to do actual card counting, and how to use the information the numbers reveal to make the right bets.
Sheila Anne Barry
All you need are cards and a little space and you’re ready to enjoy some of the most intriguing games ever devised. Every one of these more than 100 variations on Solitaire has something unique, intriguing, and challenging that makes it special to play. “Instant play” illustrations for all 100 make it simple to see exactly how each game works.
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Games & Puzzles HALL OF FAME LATERAL THINKING PUZZLES Paul Sloane & Des MacHale $7.95 (Can $10.50) Paper 128 pages 978-1-4027-7117-0 5 3/8 x 8 1/4 May Paul Sloane and Des MacHale are recognized masters of the lateral thinking puzzle, those tricky conundrums that have challenged and delighted solvers for decades. Here, in one volume, is the very best of their work, a terrific selection carefully chosen from nearly 18 collections. One can do these alone, but for extra fun, a group can turn solving into a friendly competition.
HANGMAN MANIA Mike Ward $12.95 (Can $16.95) Paper 224 pages 978-1-4027-7208-5 7 x 5 1/2 July With more than a million Hangman books sold, it’s clear that word lovers have a mania for these collections. So here’s even more solving fun for them—224 pages worth. As always, every page has one puzzle, and each puzzle has all the letters of the alphabet with silver circles to scratch off. Choose a letter, rub, see if it’s in the puzzle, and where. But watch out: six misses means you’re hanged!
WHOLE LOTTA HANGMAN Mike Ward $12.95 (Can $16.95) Paper 224 pages 978-1-4027-7207-8 7 x 5 1/2 July More, more, more! With solvers snatching up more than a million copies of our Hangman collections, it’s clear that they’re clamoring for these fun puzzles. And now we’ve gone bigger and better than ever: at 224 pages, Whole Lotta Hangman is busting at the seams with letterscratching enjoyment. Just pick a letter, scratch, see if you’re right— and try not to miss six times and get hanged!
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LEARN CHESS QUICK How to Play the World’s Greatest Board Game, and Win Brian Byfield and Alan Orpin, illustrated by Gray Jolliffe $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-906388-66-9 7 1/2 x 9 3/4 April Learn Chess Quick is designed to grab the interest of attention-challenged teens and release their untapped potential—right from page 1. With a little help from the world’s greatest board game and the sidesplitting humor of Gray Jolliffe’s cartoons, hard-to-reach youngsters will painlessly discover the pleasures of mental competition, the importance of focusing on a task, and the values of sportsmanship.
LOS ANGELES TIMES CROSSWORDS 20 72 Puzzles from the Daily Paper Rich Norris, editor $8.95 (Can $11.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-7114-9 8 x 10 May More puzzle-solving challenges at a popular price! From the Los Angeles Times comes the 20th installment of crosswords from some of the nation’s top constructors. They’re entertaining, and a great value: each book contains a generous 72 puzzles—not the mere 50 of competing volumes. The stayopen, lie-flat, specially reinforced spiral binding makes it easier to work on the puzzles anywhere, too.
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Games & Puzzles On August 8, 2005, the Weekly Standard called The New York Sun crosswords the best in America, beating out The New York Times in a head-to-head competition. What makes them the greatest? They have none of those obscure words that nobody actually uses, but do offer fun tricky clues, witty puns, and many clever and original themes. Solvers will enjoy the wide range of difficulty—indicated by the number of stars on top. THE NEW YORK SUN CROSSWORDS #22 72 Puzzles from the Daily Paper Edited by Peter Gordon $8.95 (Can $11.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-6703-6 8 x 10 February
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THE OFFICIAL BAR GUIDE TO DARTS Patrick Chaplin, PhD, darts historian $9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper 176 pages 978-1-4027-5524-8 5 x 7 1/8 May Bull’s-eye! Patrick Chaplin, a.k.a. “Dr. Darts,” is a recognized expert in the popular bar and basement game, and in The Official Bar Guide to Darts he shares his years of research in one comprehensive volume. Every aspect of darting is examined in detail, but in a way that’s accessible to both novices and seasoned professionals. So whether you’re an expert player who competes in a pub league or someone who just likes throwing sharp objects, this is the go-to guide to a longstanding and fun tradition.
PATRICKS’ PUZZLE PANDEMONIUM A Cavalcade of Crossword Craziness Berry, Blindauer, Jordan, and Merrell $9.95 (Can $12.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-7304-4 8 x 10 April
$8.95 (Can $11.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-6704-3 8 x 10 February
What do Patrick Berry, Patrick Blindauer, Patrick Jordan, and Patrick Merrell have in common? Apart from having the same first name, they’re all wizard puzzle makers, doing their best to outdo one another in this ultimate collection of crossword fun. Inside you will find everything from simple wordplay to diabolical themeless puzzles. With these fellas running the joint, you’re in for pure Patrick pleasure.
THE NEW YORK TIMES® SET® PUZZLE BOOK
THE PICTURE PUZZLE CHALLENGE
The Family Game of Visual Perception™
Hundreds of Fun Puzzles
$9.95 (Can $12.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 160 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7291-7 6 x 9 May Three of a kind—or three with nothing in common: that’s what solvers are trying to find in Set, the popular game of visual perception. Originally played with cards, it’s also fun on the page. This collection, based on a popular daily feature of The New York Times website, will be welcomed by longtime fans and newcomers alike, who can either play it solo or in a group.
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 176 pages (all in color) 978-1-84732-504-4 7 1/16 x 8 5/8 April Photographic puzzles are great looking, challenging, and lots of fun for everyone! Here are hundreds to solve, all with high-quality images. The visual brainteasers range from simple Enigmas (try to recognize an object from a close-up picture) to a wide variety of Spot the Differences, Scramblers, and more. An introduction offers advice on how best to tackle the trickier puzzles.
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Games & Puzzles: SudokuGames & Puzzles:
USA TODAY® SIT & SOLVE® WORD SEARCH PUZZLES
SCRATCH & SOLVE® TOUGH HANGMAN FOR YOUR BACKPACK
Shawn Kennedy
Mike Ward
$5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-7514-7 4 1/2 x 6 June
$5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-6415-8 4 1/2 x 6 June
These 40 word search puzzles are small in size…but provide BIG entertainment! Perfect for fans of wordplay looking for something fun and fast.
Every word lover and puzzle fan should grab this new book in our popular Hangman series and toss it in their backpack! That way, it’s always on hand when they want to solve. Each page features one puzzle plus the 26 letters of the alphabet accompanied by silver circles to scratch off. Pick a letter, give it a rub, and see if it’s in the puzzle, and where. But beware: six misses and you’re hanged!
USA TODAY® SIT & SOLVE® EASY SUDOKU
SCRATCH & SOLVE® X-RATED HANGMAN
Frank Longo
$5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-6416-5 4 1/2 x 6 June
$5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-7513-0 4 1/2 x 6 June Sudoku sensei Frank Longo has crafted a book of puzzles filled with the highest-quality sudoku ever created. USA TODAY® Sit & Solve® Easy Sudoku is for beginners and those who like a gentle mental workout.
Mike Ward
Our newest Hangman is strictly adult play—because, this time, the answers are risqué! As always, solvers pick a letter, scratch off the silver coating by giving it a nice, slow rub, and see if it’s there. But if X marks the spot, that letter isn’t part of the solution, and you’re one step closer to being hung…uh, hanged.
USA TODAY® SIT & SOLVE® HARD SUDOKU
SCRATCH & SOLVE® 48-COPY COUNTER SPINNER (EMPTY)
Frank Longo
978-1-4027-6827-9
$5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-7527-7 4 1/2 x 6 June
It’s FREE with an order of 48 assorted titles. Choose any assortment of titles from the following series:
Some like it hard—and this time, Frank Longo’s made his intricate, brilliantly constructed puzzles for those who enjoy a brain-busting challenge. These are some of the finest puzzles you’ll ever find.
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SIT & SOLVE® BRAIN-BOOSTING IQ TESTS Fraser Simpson $5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper • 96 pages 978-1-4027-7499-7 • 4 1/2 x 6 June
SIT & SOLVE® FUN & EASY CROSSWORDS Patrick Blindauer $5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper • 96 pages 978-1-4027-7189-7 • 4 1/2 x 6 June
SIT & SOLVE® FUN & EASY CRYPTOGRAMS Trip Payne $5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper • 96 pages 978-1-4027-7512-3 • 4 1/2 x 6 June
SIT & SOLVE® NICE & EASY CROSSWORDS Peter Gordon $5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper • 96 pages 978-1-4027-7191-0 • 4 1/2 x 6 June
SIT & SOLVE® NICE & EASY MAZES
SIT & SOLVE® SPINNER RACK (EMPTY)
The Diagram Group
978-1-4027-4429-7
$5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper • 96 pages 978-1-4027-7501-7 • 4 1/2 x 6 June
It’s FREE with an order of 328 assorted books. Choose any assortment of titles from the following series: • Sip & Solve® • Sit & Solve® • Sit Solve® Commuter
• Scratch & SolveTM • Kids’ Bathroom Books • Martial Arts SudokuTM
SIT & SOLVE® QUICK & EASY CROSSWORDS Francis Heaney $5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper • 96 pages 978-1-4027-7190-3 • 4 1/2 x 6 June
SIT & SOLVE® 4-POCKET 24-COPY COUNTER DISPLAY (EMPTY) 978-0-99999-511-2
SIT & SOLVE® WORD SEARCH ON THE GO Amy Goldstein $5.95 (Can $7.95) Paper • 96 pages 978-1-4027-7500-0 • 4 1/2 x 6 June
It’s FREE with an order of 24 assorted titles. Choose any assortment of titles from the following series: • Sip & Solve® • Sit & Solve® • Sit & Solve® Commuter
• Scratch & SolveTM • Kids’ Bathroom Books • Martial Arts SudokuTM
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Games & Puzzles SCRATCH & SOLVE® ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITANNICA® ARTS & SCIENCE TRIVIA
SUPERHARD CROSSWORDS TO KEEP YOU SHARP
Raymond Hamel
$6.95 (Can $8.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper with flaps 64 pages 978-1-4027-6382-3 8 x 10 April
$8.95 (Can $11.50) Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-6634-3 5 3/8 x 8 1/4 July Sterling’s blockbuster Scratch & Solve series meets Encyclopedia Britannica—and the result is smart fun. What does the “R” stand for in the medical diagnostic tool commonly called the MRI: Resonance, Radio, Responsive, or Reading? Which band leader helped squares learn to be hep with his “Hepsters Dictionary” and “Swingformation Bureau” booklets? This collection will provide hours of entertainment!
Novice solvers need not apply! Here’s something fiendishly tough for those who find Monday (and maybe Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) crosswords too easy and want something substantial to sink their gargantuan brains into. Puzzlemeister Stanley Newman has cranked up the difficulty with tough clues that will really challenge—and entertain—aficionados.
SCRATCH & SOLVE® ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITANNICA® GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TRIVIA
ULTRAHARD CROSSWORDS TO KEEP YOU SHARP
Raymond Hamel
$6.95 (Can $8.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper with flaps 64 pages 978-1-4027-6381-6 8 x 10 April
$8.95 (Can $11.50) Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-6635-0 5 3/8 x 8 1/4 July Which TV chef turned down a full scholarship at the New England Conservatory of Music so that he could study cooking? What is the last word of the Pledge of Allegiance? With everything from airline factoids to Native American folktales, these are the best trivia quizzes ever! Just read the question, choose one of the four possible answers, scratch it off, and see if your’re right.
STREET MAGIC Great Tricks and Close-Up Secrets Revealed Paul Zenon $19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper 192 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-84732-562-4 4 7/8 x 6 7/8 May It’s magic—close-up, in-your-face magic, as taught by Britain’s leading comedy conjurer. Zenon presents all his great tricks and illusions in an accessible jargon-free format that’s well-illustrated with easy-to-follow diagrams. There’s no skimping on important detail, and the book begins with the simplest tricks, so beginners can focus on entertainment rather than sleight-of-hand.
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Edited by Stanley Newman
Edited by Stanley Newman
For serious solvers only! Stanley Newman has compiled some braincramping challenges from the biggest names in the business, so this collection is just for those who have mastered their OMOOs and OONAs and are ready to take on something ultrahard. Anyone who can conquer these devilish crosswords without wearing out their eraser has the right to call themselves a Puzzle Master!
WORD SEARCHES WITH A CHERRY ON TOP Mark Danna, Amy Goldstein & Francis Heaney $7.95 (Can $10.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-7290-0 6 x 9 July What’s the cherry on top of these deliciously fun word searches? After you’ve found all the words needed to complete the puzzle, you’ll also see a secret message hidden in the background! A tasty treat for hungry solvers.
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USA TODAY® 9-MINUTE CROSSWORDS
DIAL S FOR SUDOKU
Richard Silvestri
$7.95 (Can $10.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-7303-7 6 x 9 April
$8.95 (Can $11.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-7305-1 8 x 10 July With their clever wordplay, these diabolically fun stumpers will have solvers chewing their pencils down to the nub! Every one of Richard Silvestri’s crosswords features a little something extra: the themes, and many clues, contain homophones, sneaky double entendres, letter shifts, transposals, and other fun linguistic tricks. For an extra challenge, puzzle addicts can time themselves!
Frank Longo
If Hitchcock had created sudoku, they would be just like these: suspenseful, absorbing, with a satisfying ending, and handsomely packaged. Like a good film noir, Dial S for Sudoku will unsettle even the most stalwart, demanding detective-worthy deductive reasoning and attentiveness. Solvers will love this “showdown” with puzzle master Frank Longo’s challenging creations!
USA TODAY® QUICKIE CROSSWORDS
DIRTY GIRL® SUDOKU
Frank Longo
$6.95 (Can $8.95) Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-7340-2 5 x 7 1/8 June
$8.95 (Can $11.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-7306-8 8 x 10 July Just because crossword lovers are short on time doesn’t mean they should be short on fun! Thanks to puzzle maven Frank Longo, they can always enjoy a speedy session of brain-building wordplay. Longo has created superb crosswords with clues that are right in the grid itself—there’s no going back-andforth or straining to see tiny numbers. So, solve away…there’s always time for a quickie!
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Frank Longo
Smart gals know they can’t just look fabulous—they have to keep their BRAIN smokin’ hot, too! And what better way to exercise the mind than with these fun and attractively packaged sudoku? With its cool cover featuring the popular “Dirty Girl” brand from Blue Q, this will be the puzzle collection every woman wants! DIRTY GIRL is a registered trademark of Blue Q Corporation.
CROSSWORD SUDOKU
LITS & SUDOKU
Kenichi Futamura
Nikoli
$7.95 (Can $10.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 128 pages 978-1-4027-6756-2 6 x 9 March
$6.95 (Can $8.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-5757-0 6 x 9 June
Crosswords + sudoku = extra solving pleasure! The fun begins with a simple crossword: figure out the clues and fill in the boxes as usual. The twist is, when the grid’s complete, the filled-in squares form the starting points for a new game of wordoku. Each puzzle is an elegant and challenging technical marvel that’s sure to get solvers hooked—and test their skills as never before.
“L,” “I,” “T,” and “S” are the names of four shapes known as tetrominoes —polygons created by joining four squares together. Put them all together and you get LITS—the newest idea in brainteasers from the puzzle wizards at Nikoli. In each puzzle, there’s just one way to fit the tetrominoes into the grid areas so they all connect correctly. Solvers won’t be able to resist taking the challenge.
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SUDOKU MASTERPIECES
Frank Longo
Elegant Challenges for Sudoku Lovers Wei-Hwa Huang & Thomas Snyder
$6.95 (Can $8.95) Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-7339-6 5 x 7 1/8 June This collection is tailor-made for solvers who are going absolutely nuts for sudoku! Mental Case® Sudoku— from the “Doctor of Puzzledom” Frank Longo and the popular brand, BlueQ—will cure what ails them. And with studies showing that puzzles may help you keep your marbles, too, these sudoku are a challenge worth taking! MENTAL CASE is a registered trademark of Blue Q Corporation.
Two sudoku champions have conspired to create the most amazinglooking, captivating sudoku variations the world has ever seen! Each puzzle is a work of art, with unique rules and eye-popping graphics, all inspired by—but going far beyond —traditional sudoku. This is the pinnacle of sudoku-meets-art that every fan will be clamoring for!
NAUGHTY PAINT-DOKU
Super Sudoku Variants
Brick Johnson
Conceptis Puzzles
$8.95 (Can $11.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 96 pages 978-1-4027-6591-9 8 x 10 April
$7.95 (Can $10.50) Paper 144 pages 978-1-4027-6757-9 6 1/8 x 9 1/4 May
A dirty mind is a terrible thing to waste—and these puzzles are just the thing to prove it! Complete these puzzles and get ready to blush: each answer shows some pixilated adults doing very adult activities! So put the kids to bed, make sure grandma is in the other room, and get ready for some brain-bending, mind-blowing, old-fashioned puzzle solving.
NUMBER LINK & SUDOKU Nikoli $6.95 (Can $8.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Paper 160 pages 978-1-4027-5758-7 6 x 9 June The paired numbers on the grid of a Number Link puzzle are ingeniously placed so there’s only one way to draw a line connecting each pair (1 to 1, 2 to 2, 3 to 3, etc.), with no two lines crossing. Puzzle fans will leap at the challenge, as they do for each brilliant new puzzle idea from Nikoli.
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$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper with flaps 128 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-7192-7 7 x 7 May
Many fans feel like they’ve mastered standard sudoku and are hungry for tougher challenges. Well, here they are: sudoku on overlapping grids, sudoku with unusually shaped areas instead of 3x3 squares, sudoku with special rules, and even extra-large sudoku for an extra-fun solving experience. Sudoku’s horizons have just opened up beyond the wildest dreams of its most devoted solvers!
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COASTAL GARDENING
CLINT
John Bickerton & Graham Clarke
A Retrospective Richard Schickel, introduction by Clint Eastwood
$24.95 (Can $31.95) Paper with flaps 192 pages (all in color) 978-1-86108-636-5 9 3/4 x 9 3/4 March Seaside gardens pose special challenges, and this practical guide explains how to achieve success, from planning and design through full flowering and maintenance. It shows which plants and planting strategies work best for the coastal microclimate, and offers plenty of tips for container gardening and windswept or very dry areas, plus plans for a range of attractive, easy-to-maintain coastal gardens.
$35.00 (Can $44.95) Hardcover + DVD 288 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7472-0 9 3/4 x 11 1/2 April This richly illustrated authorized retrospective celebrates the life and films of Clint Eastwood. Written by renowned Time magazine film critic Richard Schickel and with an introduction by the legend himself, this stunning volume presents a chronological look at Eastwood’s astonishing body of work along with movie stills from memorable screen performances and revealing behind-the-scenes photos.
NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION® FIELD GUIDE TO WILDFLOWERS OF NORTH AMERICA
CRAZY LAWS & LAWSUITS
David M.Brandenburg; foreword by Craig Tufts, NWF Chief Naturalist
$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper 224 pages 978-1-4027-7083-8 4 1/2 x 5 7/8 February
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper with flaps 672 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-4154-8 4 3/4 x 7 3/4 March From Acanthaceae to Zygophyllaceaei, this beautiful, portable volume provides the common and scientific names for each flower family; information on the flowering season; leaf, stalk, and blossom descriptions, with measurements; and color range maps of more than 700 species for both native and introduced types. There’s no better guide to take along while camping, hiking, or enjoying a nature walk.
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A Collection of Bizarre Court Cases and Legal Rules Robert Allen
The law has never been funnier! In an age of litigation run rampant, lawsuits have become increasingly bizarre—not to mention downright silly. These are the strangest cases ever, some of which have received attention in the news and others that remain more obscure. An “In Brief” overview at the head of every chapter hints at what’s to come.
POT IT, GROW IT, EAT IT
DO NOT INTERRUPT
Home-Grown Produce from Pot to Pan Kathryn Hawkins
A Playful Take on the Art of Conversation Stephen Kuusisto
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-84773-665-9 7 1/4 x 9 1/2 July
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Hard 128 pages 978-1-4027-6696-1 4 1/2 x 7 June
What could be more satisfying than growing your own fruit and vegetables and then eating them, freshly picked? There’s no need for lots of land: it can be done anywhere—in windowsill containers, balconies, and small backyards. With cultivation how-tos, illustrated directories, and recipes, this combination growing guide and cookbook explains how anyone, anywhere can go straight from pot to pan.
An erudite and playful primer on the art of conversation. Stephen Kuusisto tackles the subject of how to converse meaningfully with others, employing a wide range of personal anecdotes and classical texts to illustrate his points. Provocative, imaginatively wrought, and engagingly written, this work spins a compelling argument for the joys of “being connected” face to face.
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Gifts FATHERS & SONS
IT’S NOT PMS, IT’S YOU!
11 Great Writers Talk about Their Dads,Their Boys, and What It Means to Be a Man Edited by David Katz
A Totally Non-hormonal Analysis of Male Behavior Deb Amlen
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Hard 224 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-58816-805-4 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 May From Esquire, which has always showcased the world’s finest writers, comes a stunning collection of often moving (and frequently hilarious) essays about fatherhood. Compelling and eloquent, these are some of the magazine’s most emotionally powerful pieces, written by eleven award-winning and notable authors—including Larry Doyle, Jake La Motta, Scott Raab, Ron Reagan, David Sedaris, Martha Sherill, Daniel Voll, and more.
It’s Not PMS, It’s You! is a hilarious, take-no-prisoners reconnaissance mission into the minds and souls of men and the things they do to infuriate women. Beginning with a completely scientific, fairly non-hormonal look at the history of the term “on the rag” and ending with the “Diary of a Break Up in One Full Menstrual Cycle,” this book is for that justifiably furious gal.
FOCUS: LOVE
REACH FOR THE STARS
Your World,Your Images
and Other Advice for Life’s Journey Serge Bloch
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Hard 180 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-563-9 7 x 7 February Amateurs, by definition, work for love alone—so what subject is more fitting for the first entry in a brandnew series focusing on the art of the amateur photographer than that potent symbol of love: the heart? These snapshot-hungry photographers glimpse hearts everywhere: in graffiti scrawled on an alleyway wall, in paper cut by a child, and in nature’s worn stones scattered on a forest floor.
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$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper 128 pages 978-1-4027-7031-9 4 1/4 x 7 1/2 June
$12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 32 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7129-3 8 1/4 x 6 1/4 April The young hero of Serge Bloch’s delightful Butterflies in My Stomach is back, along with his loyal dog, Roger. The two embark on the perilous journey of life, where they encounter many FORKS IN THE ROAD and also discover that there’s no better time than right now to REACH FOR THE STARS. This is the perfect way to congratulate anyone celebrating a milestone, from the first day of school to graduation to a first job.
FOCUS: LOVE 6-COPY COUNTER DISPLAY
REACH FOR THE STARS 6-COPY COUNTER DISPLAY
$89.70 (Can $117.00) 978-1-60059-710-7 February
$77.70 (Can $101.70) 978-1-4027-7757-8 April
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Gifts THE QUOTABLE SPIRIT Quotations of Wisdom and Grace Compiled and edited by Peter Lorie & Manuela Dunn Mascetti $12.95 (Can $16.95) Paper 512 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-5791-4 4 3/4 x 5 1/4 March With more than 1,000 quotations from over 500 spiritual masters, world leaders, writers, artists, and poets from every time, place, and faith, this vast compendium offers endless insight and inspiration. History’s wisest men and women —from Aristotle and Confucius to Shakespeare and Desmond Tutu— offer memorable reflections on such topics as joy and despair, enlightenment, love, and nature.
ROODLES Draw Your Own Dirty Doodles! Rose Adders $7.95 (Can $10.50) Paper 96 pages (100 b/w illus.) 978-1-84732-501-3 6 5/8 x 8 5/8 March Doodles are for kids, but Roodles are strictly for grownups! Each Roodle is the starting sketch for a naughty drawing—a suggestive suggestion, as it were. It’s up to the reader to complete the picture, and even people who can’t draw will get the idea. All it takes is a pencil and a little imagination—and there’s more fun in store when Roodlers share their work with others. It’s the perfect impulse buy!
VAN GOGH’S SUNFLOWERS IN-A-BOX Build Your Own Multi-dimensional Masterpiece! Paper art by Sam Ita $19.95 (Can $25.95) Paperback Book & Gift Set 48 pages (full-color book + components) 978-1-4027-5812-6 8 1/2 x 8 1/4 April Van Gogh’s masterpiece is now at your fingertips! This unique book and kit provide everything you need to create a beautiful, three-dimensional version of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. Inside the kit you’ll find Van Gogh: His Life and His Flowers, which highlights the history of the famous artist; step-by-step instructions for assembling the full-size vase; and 11 blooming flowers. ❖
WALLACE & GROMIT: GRAND ADVENTURES & GLORIOUS INVENTIONS The Scrapbook of an Inventor and His Dog Penny Worms $24.95 (Can $31.95) Hard 32 pages (all in color) 978-1-84732-269-2 11 3/4 x 10 1/4 March The beloved animated characters Wallace & Gromit are back in an award-winning new film, A Matter of Loaf and Death—and this official scrapbook will coincide with the movie’s release. Designed to look like Wallace’s working journal, this unique and innovative keepsake is filled with information and personal memorabilia, including pull-out blueprints, a turn-the-wheel Gromit “moodo-meter,” and more!
TATTOO JOHNNY
WE’RE ALL DOOMED!
3,000 Tattoo Designs Introduction by David Bollt
Mike Haskins
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 352 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-6850-7 7 x 7 June These days, it seems like everybody wants a tattoo. But choosing the right design isn’t easy. This in-depth resource offers more than 1,000 patterns in a wide range of styles, all by renowned artists: angels, devils, pirates, pin-ups, zodiac signs, religious images, stars, flowers, and more. There are also valuable tips on making a wise choice and ensuring a high-quality result.
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Hard 112 pages (50 2-color illus.) 978-1-85375-707-5 6 1/2 x 6 5/8 March This lighthearted look at the end of the world is completely hilarious! Review simple (and simply funny) solutions to such situations as global warming, the economic collapse, possible alien invasions, and computers seizing control of Earth. (Hey, they’re bound to do a better job than we did!) Part science and all fun, We’re All Doomed! will keep us laughing through every life-threatening disaster.
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WHAT IN THE WORLD DID I DO LAST NIGHT?
1001 LITTLE WAYS TO SPEND LESS & LOOK BEAUTIFUL
More Than 55 Games for Sassy Bachelorettes Nancy Armstrong and Jessica Callahan
Caroline Jones
$4.95 (Can $6.50) Paper 80 pages (allin2-color+1sheetofstickers) 978-1-4027-5570-5 6 x 8 1/2 March Whether the bachelorette festivities are going down in a living room or on the Vegas strip, brides-to-be and the bridal party want to play. More than 55 games await the prospective bride, who can unscramble letters to complete a wedding-themed story; wend her way through a maze to a strip club; and more. There are also group activities bound to elicit naughty responses.
$9.95 (Can $12.95) Paper 224 pages (all in 1-color) 978-1-84732-387-3 6 5/8 x 6 7/16 March There’s no need to spend a lot to look gorgeous, thanks to this indispensable little book. It offers 1001 thrifty tips and tactics for skin, hair, makeup, and body care, ranging from advice on doing a professionalquality home manicure to finding the best multi-use products. With these ideas for homemade treatments, amazing bargains, and cutting down, even salon junkies can be frugal and stylish too!
COSMO’S SEXIEST BEAUTY SECRETS The Ultimate Guide to Looking Gorgeous The Editors of Cosmopolitan $16.95 (Can $21.95) Paper 192 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-829-0 7 x 8 April Cosmo’s definitive get-gorgeous bible, now in paper! This stunning book serves up hundreds of insider tips and tricks on scoring a flawless complexion, creating perfectly tousled, flirty locks and working the latest makeup trends. Plus, experts reveal the looks that men find so alluring —along with decadent home-spa ideas and strategies for fixing common beauty blunders. New for the paperback: a special interactive dial on the cover to spin to read beauty tips and find the page for more info!
CRAFTING A BUSINESS Make Money Doing What You Love Kathie Fitzgerald $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 216 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-811-5 6 x 9 April In these tough times, can crafters turn their dream of a home-run business into reality? With a brandnew chapter addressing that very question, this revised edition of Crafting a Business remains the most inspirational resource for creative women. Women artisans provide invaluable guidance on what it takes to get started, organize a company, market your goods, and manage the finances, whatever your craft.
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THE SWIMSUIT
The Best Years of a Woman’s Life Jaki Scarcello
A History of Twentieth-Century Fashion Sarah Kennedy
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Hard 224 pages 978-1-906787-57-8 5 1/2 x 7 April With wisdom and wit, Jaki Scarcello shows how changing our attitude toward aging can bring about a virtuous circle of rejuvenation. Her exhaustive research entailed interviews conducted in five countries, as well as her personal experiences with women who have blossomed in their 50s. She offers advice on boosting confidence, feeling sexy again, changing your life, and re-embracing your femininity.
HARPER’S BAZAAR GREAT STYLE Best Ways to Update Your Look Jenny Levin, foreword by Glenda Bailey $19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper with flaps 240 pages (all in color) 978-1-58816-800-9 7 x 8 April Harper’s Bazaar has an audience with an eye for style. That’s why this elegantly presented guide—filled with gorgeous model shots and celebrity photos—will quickly become a must-have accessory. From building a perfect wardrobe to the ten commandments of dressing, Harper’s Bazaar Great Style covers it all, with advice on work, play, and going glam.
NEW YOU BOOT CAMP Change the Way You Eat,Think and Exercise for Life Sunny Moran and Jacqui Cleaver $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper with flaps 192 pages (all in color) 978-1-84340-561-0 7 x 8 5/8 February From Europe’s number one weight loss center comes a book that can change bodies, minds, and lives! The New You Boot Camp is a fitness retreat where clients can drop a dress size in just two weeks—and with this motivational guide, readers everywhere can, too. It covers nutrition, eating plans, recipes, and all aspects of fitness, plus inspiring stories from real people who went through the program.
$34.95 (Can $44.95) Hard 304 pages (all in color) 978-1-84732-382-8 8 1/4 x 8 1/4 April From bloomers to bikinis, practical sportswear to sexy fashion statement, The Swimsuit pays glorious, glossy tribute to bathing wear in all its incarnations. It marries design history to stunning photography, showcasing images of vintage costumes along with illustrations gathered from diverse sources: magazines, advertising, and manufacturers’ archives. A fascinating mix of fashion and cultural history.
THANK YOU FOR FIRING ME! How to Catch the Next Wave of Success After You Lose Your Job Kitty Martini & Candice Reed $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 240 pages 978-1-4027-6956-6 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 March Unemployment is rising—but this fresh, funny guide will help anyone thrive, even in this tight economic environment. Jobseekers and prospective entrepreneurs will learn how to figure out what they want to do next, understand the changing job market, and find work in growth areas such as green technology. There’s also advice on retraining, freelancing, independent contracting, and Internet marketing options.
WRITING PERSONAL NOTES & LETTERS Jennifer Williams $12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 192 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-58816-818-4 5 1/2 x 8 1/4 April Send a letter, give a gift. Whether the occasion calls for an invitation, a thank-you, joyful congratulations, or a warm letter of condolence, this beautiful guide shows you how to write a personal note from the heart. Examples of memorable and appropriate letters for every situation are included, providing both help and inspiration.
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Maternity & Parenting A DAY AT A TIME A Journal for Parents of Children with Autism Jen Merheb, foreword by Veronica Zysk, Managing Editor, Autism Asperger’s Digest Magazine $14.95 (Can $19.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Hard 128 pages (all in 1-color) 978-1-4027-7299-3 6 x 9 April
From First Foods to Meals Your Child Will Love Jeannette L.Bessinger, BCHHC with Tracee Yablon-Brenner $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper with flaps 368 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-3618-6 5 1/2 x 8 3/4 June
Caring for an autistic child takes patience, love, and organization. A Day at a Time eases the stress on parents and caregivers by giving them a simple, effective way to document all the crucial details of this sometimes tumultuous journey. It’s the one-stop journal for recording everything from changes in a child’s behavior to medication and dosage information to appointments and activities.
The newest entry in the acclaimed Great Expectations series focuses on easy preparation of nutritious baby and toddler meals at home—from the first finger foods to more than 130 delicious kid-tested recipes. Additional resources include information on breastfeeding, food allergies, and a listing of whole foods companies and products.
Two beautiful celebrations of the bond between parent and child! Unique among memory books, For My Daughter and For My Son capture a parent’s experience of raising a child from infancy all the way into young adulthood. Targeted to the 45+ mom and dad, these combination journals and photo albums take a similar approach to the AARP’s wildly popular For My Grandchild: A Grandmother's Gift of Memory and From Your Grandfather: A Gift of Memory for My Grandchild.
GREAT EXPECTATIONS: PREGNANCY JOURNAL & PLANNER, REVISED EDITION
FOR MY DAUGHTER Special Memories of Our Life Together $12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 112 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-504-2 9 x 10 March
FOR MY SON Special Memories of Our Life Together $12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 112 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-503-5 9 x 10 March
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GREAT EXPECTATIONS: BEST FOOD FOR YOUR BABY & TODDLER
Marcie Jones & Sandy Jones / Peter S.Bernstein, MD, MPH, FACOG / Medical Consultant $14.95 (Can $19.50) Concealed Spiral-Bound Hard 224 pages (all in 2 color) 978-1-4027-7705-9 5 1/2 x 7 1/2 April A critical companion to the popular Great Expectations: Your All-In-One Resource to Pregnancy & Childbirth, this invaluable book is sure to become a treasured keepsake. It offers checklists of things to do; a week-by-week guided journal; questions to ask when meeting professionals, from obstetricians and midwives to nannies; a directory for contact information; worksheets; and more.
MOM’S SURVIVAL GUIDE Save Time, Money, and Your Sanity $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 240 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-58816-804-7 7 3/8 x 9 1/4 April Mom’s Survival Guide provides timetested tips from real moms, advice from the experts, and stories submitted by Redbook readers. Covering topics both serious and lighthearted— from catching your child in a lie to taking the perfect holiday photo and preparing for back-to-school madness— it’s written in the engaging and often humorous mom-to-mom voice that has proven so popular in the magazine.
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Music THE ART OF THE LP Classic Album Covers 1955–1995 Johnny Morgan & Ben Wardle $29.95 (Can $38.95) Hard 400 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7113-2 9 x 12 May
JOHN, PAUL, GEORGE & RINGO: THE DEFINITIVE ILLUSTRATED CHRONICLE OF THE BEATLES, 1960-1970 Rare Photographs, Ephemera, and Day-by-Day Timeline Tim Hill
Here is the LP art that shook, rattled, and rolled us through music’s early formative years—350 images, arranged by visual theme. It includes such iconic covers as the smoldering pinup girl on the Cars’ Candy-O, the plaintive baby following a dollar bill through water on Nirvana’s Nevermind, and Andy Warhol’s controversial zippered pants on the Rolling Stones’ Sticky Fingers.
$24.98 (Can $26.98) Hard 448 pages (all in color) 978-1-4351-1007-6 9 7/8 x 11 3/8 February
DOO WOP
RECORD STORE DAYS
The Music, the Times, the Era “Cousin Brucie” Morrow with Rich Maloof, foreword by Neil Sedaka, introduction by TJ Lubinsky
From Vinyl to Digital and Back Again Gary Calamar and Phil Gallo, foreword by Peter Buck of R.E.M.
$17.95 (Can $23.50) Paper with flaps 352 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7511-6 7 1/2 x 9 March
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Hard 256 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7232-0 8 x 8 April
Much like Sterling’s highly successful Hippie, Doo Wop captures the spirit of the ‘50s in spectacular visuals, with a guided tour of the era by radio legend “Cousin Brucie.” The ‘50s were rich in cultural events and iconic performances, and this landmark volume traces the development of the period’s music, politics, art, architecture, and popular culture.
“There’s nothing as glamorous as a record store.” —Paul McCartney Two record store veterans take a long, loving look back at the retail refuges that enthralled at least three generations of music lovers. This lively and nostalgic anthology includes photographs and reminiscences from musicians, music industry executives, former record store clerks, and, of course, avid fans.
HIT SINGLES
TREASURES OF THE BEATLES
Top 20 Charts from 1954 to the Present Day Dave McAleer
Terry Burrows
$29.95 (Can $38.95) Paper 560 pages (200 b/w photos) 978-1-84732-526-6 8 x 8 1/2 May For decades, American and British musicians have made music side by side. So, why shouldn’t their hit singles be placed side by side too? This fun and fascinating record book does just that, presenting both countries’ top 20 chart listings from 1954 to 2009 on facing pages, so fans can see at a glance what was going on in the music world in the US and UK. Plus: sidebar commentary on musical milestones.
John, Paul, George & Ringo minutely traces the meteoric rise of the Beatles from 1960 to 1970 with detailed timelines of their day-to-day activities, fascinating photographs (many exceedingly rare), penetrating biographies of everyone associated with the spread of Beatlemania, and contemporary excerpts from London’s influential Daily Mail. The most comprehensive Beatles’ history ever published.
$35.00 (Can $45.00) Hardcover with Slipcase 64 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7345-7 11 x 9 1/2 November The Beatles transformed the face of music, youth, and popular culture. Here is their story, from the back streets of Liverpool to the rough clubs of Hamburg to worldwide pandemonium. Featuring beautiful photographs, superb commentary, and 15 pieces of unique, removable memorabilia— including facsimile contracts, flyers, set lists, and posters—Treasures of the Beatles captures the thrill of it all.
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Photography & Art 1950s FASHION PRINT
THE ECO-LIVING HANDBOOK
Marnie Fogg
A Complete Green Guide for Your Home and Life Sarah Callard and Diane Millis
$24.95 (Can $31.95) Paper 192 pages (all in color) 978-1-906388-42-3 8 5/8 x 8 5/8 May Celebrating the very best of postWorld War II design, this richly illustrated sourcebook takes a fresh look at print design at the dawn of the Atomic Age. Hundreds of prints from top designers of the 1950s are showcased, each an outstanding example of the times, revealing the characteristic analytical approach to design and use of whimsy to express the cultural upheavals occurring worldwide.
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper with flaps 256 pages (100 color illus.) 978-1-86200-630-0 6 7/16 x 6 5/8 February This helpful handbook explains how to improve the quality of our planet and our personal wellbeing on a dayto-day level by choosing an earthfriendly lifestyle. Containing advice on everything from insulation, chemicalfree gardening, and recycling to setting up a house that’s green from top to bottom, The Eco-Living Handbook is an invaluable and inspirational resource.
NELSON MANDELA
SKY
A Life in Photographs Created by New York Times-bestselling Author/Editor David Elliot Cohen, Text by John D.Battersby
Storm Dunlop
$24.95 (Can $31.95) Hard 224 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-7707-3 9 1/8 x 10 7/8 December Almost 20 years ago, Nelson Mandela —imprisoned for his struggle against South African apartheid—was finally released. This beautiful volume commemorates that event and Mandela’s inspiring life. Created by renowned author David Elliot Cohen, and elegantly designed, Nelson Mandela contains many images that have rarely, if ever, been seen, and will feature brief essays and key Mandela speeches.
PHOTOGRAPHER’S SURVIVAL MANUAL A Legal Guide for Artistis in the Digital Age Edward C.Greenberg & Jack Reznicki $24.95 (Can $31.95) Paper with flaps 144 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-420-5 8 x 10 June Written by the president of the Professional Photographers of America and a leading New York attorney, this guide provides photographers and visual artists with the most authoritative legal advice available. Everything is covered, from contracts and releases to the copyright laws and all the steps artists should take to protect their work. Find out about copyright in foreign lands, publicity, and more.
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Science & Nature
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper with flaps 160 pages (all in color) 978-1-86108-660-0 9 3/4 x 9 3/4 May To see the full beauty of the sky, you can either look up….or into this heavenly collection of images. Spectacular color photos capture the golden hues and rich reds of dawn and dusk; the wonders of the night, with the moon, meteors, and constellations sparkling in the dark; diverse cloud formations; flashes of fork lightning, and a host of other meteorological phenomena.
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Sports BIG LEAGUE BALLPARKS The Complete Illustrated History Gary Gillette and Eric Enders with Stuart Shea and Matthew Silverman $29.98 (Can $38.98) Hard 512 pages (4/c photos t/o) 978-1-4351-1452-4 10 1/4 x 12 February In this breathtakingly comprehensive tour of ballparks past and present, readers can enjoy an intimate view of every major league park—more than sixty-five in all. Packed with nearly a thousand breathtaking photos that zoom right into the action, this massive tome is a box seat for baseball’s evolution from the crude grounds of the 1890s to the opulent new stadiums opened in New York in 2009.
ONE WEEK IN JUNE: THE U.S. OPEN Stories and Insights About Playing on the Nation’s Finest Fairways from Phil Mickelson,Arnold Palmer, Lee Trevino, Grantland Rice, Jack Nicklaus, Dave Anderson, and Many More Introduction by Tom Kite, foreword by Don Wade $19.95 (Can $25.95) Hard 448 pages 978-1-4027-6629-9 6 x 9 May
FIFA WORLD SOCCER RECORDS 2010
SOCCER WORLD CUP PREVIEW 2010
Keir Radnedge
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 128 pages (all in color) 978-1-84732-563-1 7 1/2 x 9 3/4 April
$29.95 (NCR) Hard 256 pages (all in color) 978-1-84732-564-8 8 1/2 x 11 1/4 March Soccer is the world’s most popular sport, and FIFA World Soccer Records 2010 is the definitive, indispensable guide to the game. Not only does it contain facts and stats on an incredible range of topics (champions, teams, players both male and female, appearances, stadiums), but it features biographies of soccer legends, the stories behind the records, brief reports of famous matches, and more.
Keir Radnedge
No other sporting event rivals the glamour, impact, fervent following, and universal appeal of the World Cup. This comprehensive guide previews the upcoming games in South Africa, featuring an analysis of each team, its star players, and its prospects in the finals. There’s also a guide to each of the stadiums and host cities, a history of the World Cup, and a tournament progress chart for fans to fill in.
THE HANDY BOX OF KNOTS Useful Knots for Every Situation, Indoors and Out Randy Penn $8.95 (Can $11.50) 288 pages (b/w illus. throughout, rope included) 978-1-4351-0625-3 4 3/4 x 7 1/2 February All the ins and outs of knot tying— in one convenient kit! Whether you’re fishing, boating, camping, or simply need to secure a bundle of magazines, a little practical knowledge about knots goes a long way. The Handy Box of Knots is the perfect introduction to the art and science of tying knots, and includes high quality rope for practicing and a detailed book by knots expert Randy Penn.
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Travel
• THE TRAIN
WEIRD COLORADO
A Photographic History Jonathan Glancey
Your Travel Guide to Colorado’s Local Legends and Best Kept Secrets Charmaine Ortega Getz
$24.95 (Can $31.95) Hard 256 pages (260 color & b/w photos) 978-1-84732-465-8 8 1/4 x 8 1/4 February From the atmospheric age of steam to today’s high-powered electric vehicles, The Train takes readers on a visually stunning ride through history. Much more than a collection of models, this volume offers insight into the way trains have shaped the modern age. It looks at train design, the architecture of the top train stations; and the important role trains played in movies. An irresistible journey.
For weirdness to flourish, you need a combination of dramatic history, amazing environments, and truly unique, off-the-grid characters. Colorado is blessed with all three! From the Frozen Dead Guy Days festival in tiny Nederland, to Fruita’s annual commemoration of Mike (the rooster that lost its head but not its will to live), there’s no shortage of bizarre happenings in this Rocky Mountain locale.
TREK!
WEIRD OREGON
The Best Trekking in the World Claes Grundsten
Your Travel Guide to Oregon’s Local Legends and Best Kept Secrets Al Eufrasio & Jeff Davis, foreword by Mark Sceurman and Mark Moran
$50.00 (Can $64.95) Hard 352 pages (all in color) 978-1-84483-858-5 9 3/4 x 11 1/4 February Author, photographer, and inveterate trekker Claes Grundsten acts as our personal guide to the most spectacular locations on Earth. His selection of 50 trails across six continents ranges from the national parks of North America to a tropical rainforest in New Guinea, and includes Peru’s Inca Trail, New Zealand’s Milford Track, Europe’s Tour du Mont Blanc, and awe-inspiring wilderness in Mongolia.
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$19.95 (Can $25.95) Hard 272 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-5463-0 9 x 9 May
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Hard 272 pages (all in color) 978-1-4027-5466-1 9 x 9 May The Pacific Northwest teems with unique legends—and the Beaver State is no exception! Check out the gas station restroom that looks like cowboy boots and search the skies for a man flying across the state in a lawn chair tethered to helium balloons. Or how about visiting that “city” in eastern Oregon with a yearround population of zero to two? It just doesn’t get any weirder than this!
Tweens
• CHERYL COLE: PROMISE Star of Girls Aloud and The X Factor Posy Edwards $12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 64 pages (all in color) 978-1-4091-1362-1 7 x 9 1/4 February Cheryl Cole’s a pop sensation whose star is on the rise—and this fun book is packed with pictures, gossip, and news for her fans. It features everything her about her style, TV appearances, friendships, and loves. Cole’s admirers will find out how she prepared for her audition for Pop Idols: The Rivals, how she became part of the successful band Girls Aloud, and how they too can get a “Cheryl look.”
TAYLOR LAUTNER: ME & YOU The Star of Twilight and New Moon Josie Rusher $12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 64 pages (all in color) 978-1-4091-1528-1 7 x 9 1/4 November Not all of Twilight’s male hotties are vampires! Taylor Lautner, who plays the werewolf Jacob Black, is about to hit new heights of superstardom. That’s because New Moon, the next film in the popular series, tells his story. Me & You follows Taylor from his early days in TV commercials to his appearances in 3D movies and, finally, to the role of a lifetime. Includes a free pull-out poster, too!
KRISTEN STEWART: INFINITE ROMANCE
THE SUMMER CAMP HANDBOOK
Star of the Blockbuster Films Twilight and New Moon Josie Rusher
Cool Games, Camp Classics, and How to Capture the Flag Chris Pallatto and Ron DeFazio, illustrated by Ethan Long
$12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 64 pages (all in color) 978-1-4091-1381-2 7 x 9 1/4 November Kristen Stewart, the beautiful Bella in the screen version of Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight saga, has become Hollywood’s hottest young actress. Infinite Romance introduces her legion of fans to the fascinating woman behind the glamorous movie star, and gives them all the gossip from the set of New Moon. This is the story of how she reached the pinnacle of success and fame.
$12.95 (Can $16.95) Concealed Spiral-Bound Hard 144 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-4027-4912-4 7 x 9 May Whether they’re going to day camp, sleepaway camp, sports camp, dance camp, or any other kind of camp, this is the ultimate guide for happy campers! It’s brimming with fun ideas to help children have the time of their lives, including icebreakers, games, crafts, campfire stories, sing-along songs, and more. Also includes charts, sidebars, tearouts, and postcards.
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Romance & Sex
• TOWN & COUNTRY THE BRIDESMAID’S COMPANION The Complete Guide to Attending the Bride Valerie Berrios $16.95 (Can $21.95) Hard 160 pages (all in 2-color) 978-1-58816-795-8 5 x 7 1/8 January This indispensable guide will help any bridesmaid fulfill her duties with elegance and grace. It explains what her position entails, the proper etiquette for carrying out her tasks, and even crisis management. The Bridesmaid’s Companion covers contemporary concerns, such as the appropriate use of email, bachelorette and shower ideas, and financial tips for getting through a sometimescostly process.
CRAFTY IDEAS FOR THE BRIDE ON A BUDGET
500 How-Tos and Dos to Turn Him On Renée Dubois $14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 256 pages (30 1-color illus.) 978-1-84732-557-0 5 1/8 x 6 5/8 February To make love like an expert, go to the experts! Here are the secrets that every call girl knows—500 professional-quality erotic techniques guaranteed to please. The Call Girl’s Best Sex Tips covers the full spectrum of sexual experience, from seduction and foreplay to novel sex positions to out-there fantasy and fetish. Everything you need to know is in this ultimate sex manual for the uncommon girl.
FANTASY SEX
75 DIY Wedding Projects Linda Kopp
Dress Up and Act Out Over 30 Role-Play Scenarios Lisa Sweet
$14.95 (Can $19.50) Paper 200 pages (all in color) 978-1-60059-689-6 8 1/2 x 11 February
$12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 128 pages (all in color) 978-1-84732-362-0 4 5/8 x 6 1/2 February
In today’s economic climate, savvy brides know they have to get crafty! From homemade invitations to handcrafted bouquets, table settings to keepsake gifts, here are 75 breathtaking projects for a wedding that’s personalized, heartfelt…and moneysmart. The gorgeous ideas include specially made baskets and pillows for flower girls and ring bearers and scrapbook layouts to preserve memories forever.
Role-play can make sexual fantasies come true by helping couples shed their usual bedroom personality and indulge in some passion-renewing “sexperimentation.” Fantasy Sex helps novices channel their inner porn star and up their erotic edge by giving them dozens of different personas to try on—and it offers more experienced players sizzling hot new scenarios and plenty of titillating tips to excite.
BONDAGE FOR BEGINNERS
TANTRIC SUPER SEX
Tie-Me-Up Tricks and Knots Lisa Sweet
Intensify Your Love Life Week by Week Nicole Bailey
$12.95 (Can $16.95) Hard 128 pages (all in color) 978-1-84732-453-5 4 5/8 x 6 1/2 February Many couples think about trying bondage to spice up their relationship—but feel nervous about how to proceed. Bondage for Beginners will enable them to experiment sexually in a way they might previously have found too edgy or scary. Sexy but cute illustrations accompany step-bystep instructions and ideas on musthave props; setting the scene; ropes and knots; and creating a designerworthy dungeon.
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A CALL GIRL’S BEST SEX TIPS
$19.95 (Can $25.95) Paper with flaps 152 pages (all in color) 978-1-84483-904-9 7 1/2 x 9 1/4 March The ancient practice of Tantric sex delivers a kind of erotic experience unlike any other, and this explicit photo-illustrated manual makes it fully accessible to modern lovers. Tantric Super Sex offers classic sex positions for every week of the year, special techniques for prolonging foreplay and intensifying arousal, and even a path to the ecstasy of wholebody orgasm.
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Index 90-Day Fitness Journal, 2
Fantasy Sex, 30
Number Link & Sudoku, 18
500 Art Quilts, 3
Fathers & Sons, 20
Official Bar Guide to Darts, The, 13
Superhard Crosswords to Keep You Sharp, 16
1001 Little Ways to Spend Less & Look Beautiful, 22
FIFA World Soccer Records 2010, 27
One Week in June: The U.S. Open, 27
Swimsuit, The, 23
Fifty & Fabulous!, 23
Oz Clarke: Grapes & Wines, 9
Tantric Super Sex, 30
1950s Fashion Print, 26
Focus: Love, 20
Patricks’ Puzzle Pandemonium, 13
Tattoo Johnny, 21
America Spot the Differences, 10
Focus: Love, 6-Copy Counter Display, 20
Photographer’s Survival Manual, 26
Taylor Lautner: Me & You, 29
Angel First Aid, 2
For My Daughter, 24
Picture Puzzle Challenge, The, 13
Tea Cozies 2, 6
Art of the LP, The, 25
For My Son, 24 Girl Mechanic Goes Outdoors, The, 9
Popular Mechanics How to Charm a Bird, 10
Thank You for Firing Me!, 23
Artful Cupcake, The, 6 Best Ever Kids Costumes, 3
Gold Medal Crosswords, 11
Pot It, Grow It, Eat It, 19
Top 100 Quick & Easy Sauces, The, 8
Big League Ballparks, 27
Good Housekeeping Best-Loved Desserts, 6
Pretty Little Mini Quilts, 5 Pretty Little Pillows, 5
Town & Country The Bridemaid’s Companion, 30
Good Housekeeping Budget Dinners!, 7
Quick & Easy Low-Fat Recipes, 8
Traditional Japanese Egg Decorating, 4
Good Housekeeping Classic Home Cooking, 7
Quick & Easy Low-Sugar Recipes, 8
Train, The, 28
Quotable Spirit, 21
Treasures of the Beatles, 25
Reach for the Stars, 20
Trek!, 28
Clint, 19
Good Housekeeping Family Vegetarian Cooking, 7
Coastal Gardening, 19
Reach for the Stars 6-Copy Counter Display, 20
Über Origami, 4
Great Card Games for One, 11
Coffee Cozies, 5
Great Expectations: Best Food for Your Baby & Toddler, 24
Record Store Days, 25
Ultrahard Crosswords to Keep You Sharp, 16
Restore. Recycle. Repurpose., 9
USA TODAY 9-Minute Crosswords, 17
Great Expectations: Pregnancy Journal & Planner, 24
Ribbon Art Book & Kit, 4
USA TODAY Quickie Crosswords, 17
Roodles, 21
USA TODAY Sit & Solve Easy Sudoku, 14
Scratch & Solve 48-Copy Counter Display, 14
USA TODAY Sit & Solve Hard Sudoku, 14
Scratch & Solve Encyclopedia Britannica, Arts & Science Trivia, 16
Van Gogh’s Sunflowers In a Box, 4, 21
Vodka Bible, The, 9
Bondage for Beginners, 30 Boy Mechanic Saves the World (One Project at a Time), The, 9 Call Girl’s Best Sex Tips, A, 30 Cheryl Cole: Promise, 29
Comet & the Tornado, The, 2 Complete Book of Connect 4, The, 10 Cosmo’s Sexiest Beauty Secrets, 22 Craft Challenge: Dozens of Ways to Repurpose a Tea Towel, 3
Hall of Fame Lateral Thinking Puzzles, 12 Handy Box of Knots, The, 27 Hangman Mania, 12
Top 100 Cheap Eats, The, 8
USA TODAY Word Search Puzzles, 14
Craft Corps, 4
Harper’s Bazaar Great Style, 23
Crafting a Business, 22
Healthy Juices for Healthy Kids, 7
Crafty Ideas for the Bride on a Budget, 30
Hit Singles, 25
Scratch & Solve Encyclopedia Britannica, General Trivia, 16
Homemade Living: Canning & Preserving with Ashley English, 7
Scratch & Solve Tough Hangman for Your Backpack, 14
Homemade Living: Keeping Chickens with Ashley English, 7
Scratch & Solve X-Rated Hangman, 14
Wallace & Gromit: Grand Adventures & Glorious Inventions, 21
Sit & Solve 4-Pocket 24-Copy Counter Display, 15
We’re All Doomed!, 21
Crazy Laws and Lawsuits, 19 Crocheted Finger Puppets, 5 Crossword Sudoku, 17 Crossword Superstars Encore, 10 Crossword Superstars Take a Bow, 11 Crosswords to Make You Sweat, 11 Day at a Time, A, 24 Design It, Knit It: Babies, 5 Dial S for Sudoku, 17 Dirty Girl Sudoku, 17 Do Not Interrupt, 19 Doo Wop, 25 Double-Down Guide to Blackjack, The, 11 Easy Massage Workbook, The, 2 Easy Yoga Workbook, The, 2 Eating Well with Diabetes, 6 Eco-Living Handbook, The, 26 Essential Guide to Crystals, The, 2 Eye-Popping Photo Puzzles, 11
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House Beautiful Fabrics for Your Home, 10
Sit & Solve Brain-Boosting IQ Tests, 15
It’s Not PMS, It’s You!, 20
Sit & Solve Fun & Easy Crosswords, 15
John, Paul, George & Ringo, 25
Sit & Solve Fun & Easy Cryptograms, 15
Kristen Stewart: Infinite Romance, 29
Sit & Solve Nice & Easy Crosswords, 15
Learn Chess Quick, 12
Sit & Solve Nice & Easy Mazes, 15
LITS & Sudoku, 17
Sit & Solve Quick & Easy Crosswords, 15
Los Angeles Times Crosswords 20, 12
Sit & Solve Spinner Rack, 15
Mental Case Sudoku, 18
Sit & Solve Word Search On the Go, 15
Mom’s Survival Guide, 24
Sky, 26
National Wildlife Federation Field Guide to Wildflowers of North America, 19
Soccer World Cup Preview 2010, 27
Naughty Paint-doku, 18 Nelson Mandela, 26
Stitch ‘n’ Fix, 5 Street Magic, 16
New York Sun Crosswords #22, 13
Stylish Girl’s Guide to Fabulous Cocktails, The, 9
New York Sun Crosswords #23, 13
Sudoku Masterpieces, 18
New York Times Set Puzzle Book, 13
Summer Camp Handbook, The, 29
New You Boot Camp, 23
Super Sudoku Variants, 18
Victoria Elegant Napkin Folding, 10
Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume Five: Lace Knitting, 6
Weird Colorado, 28 Weird Oregon, 28 What in the World Did I Do Last Night?, 22 Where Women Create: Book of Inspiration, 4 Whole Lotta Hangman, 12 Word Searches with a Cherry on Top, 16 Writing Personal Notes & Letters, 23 Your Astrology Guide 2011, 3
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