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Donovan's Picks
How To: Advanced Custom Motorcycle Chassis
Doug Mitchel
Wolfgang Publications
217 Second Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082
1929133375, $24.95 www.wolfpub.com
Motorcyclists involved in either building a bike from scratch or adding to a factory chassis will
appreciate the photo-packed, project-oriented "How To: Advanced Custom Motorcycle Chassis",
which discusses upgrades, frames, assembly specs and more. Over 400 color images accompany
details on what to buy and how to assemble all kinds of parts, including sidebars of information
from industry leaders. A 'must' for any collection catering to motorcycle hobbyists.
Mindfreak: Secret Revelations
Criss Angel with Laura Morton
HarperCollins
10 East 53rd Street, New York NY 10022
9780061137617, $24.95 www.harpercollins.com
"Mindfreak: Secret Revelations" tells of Criss Angel's evolution as a performance artist,
magician and musician, charting his rise to fame beginning at age 6 and adding details of his life
and his artistic philosophy and influences. Criss is today a performer in his own TV series and
specials doing live shows, soundtracks, and other music. He's studied mysticism, music, and even
dance. His survey covers the 'Mindfreaks' which allow him to push for excellence in very
different worlds and offers step-by-step instructions on mastering some forty 'Mindfreaks' for
magicians or general-interest audiences. Perfect for general-interest lending libraries.
Makeup: The Art of Beauty
Linda Mason
Watson-Guptill
770 Broadway, New York NY 10003
0823099792, $14.95 www.watsonguptill.com
Linda Mason is a top international makeup artist and here provides an outline of techniques and
how-to tips that are used to achieve high glamour and modern results. Mason served as a makeup
artist for many Hollywood shoots, so her expertise comes from tested techniques under the most
rigorous of conditions, yet translates well to the everyday woman's needs. General-interest
libraries with beauty sections will welcome a basic primer packed with color photos, step-by-step
application tricks and tips, and a knowledge of bone structure, color, and makeup for different
ethnic groups. Very highly recommended.
Kabul Beauty School
Deborah Rodrigues with Kristin Ohlson
Random House
c/o Random House Trade Group Publicity
1745 Broadway, 17th floor, New York, NY 10019
9781400065592, $24.95 www.atrandom.com 1-800-726-0600
KABUL BEAUTY SCHOOL: AN AMERICAN WOMAN GOES BEYOND THE VEIL tells of
Deborah Rodriguez, who went to Afghanistan as part of a group offering humanitarian aid to the
nation. Rodriguez was a hairdresser and mother who believed she could offer little but found
her talent for befriending Afghans and her profession led to a unique concept: to found the first
class in beauty school operations in the country. Her journey through a new culture's needs and
world is recounted in a warm memoir which penetrates the social issues and milieu of Afghan
women and makes for a key acquisition for any collection strong in Middle East or Afghanistan
culture and issues, especially at the public library lending level.
Lighthouses
Sara E. Wermiel
Library of Congress
c/o W.W. Norton
500 5th Avenue, New York NY 10010
0393831069, $75.00 www.wwnorton.com
This pictorial history of lighthouses may initially appear to duplicate other, lighter surveys of the
same subject but it comes form the Library of Congress Visual Sourcebooks Series and adds
plenty of history and overall background to the vintage black and white photos of lighthouses.
The history includes service, construction, and illumination technology so LIGHTHOUSES
here contains a depth lighter, more general-interest surveys don't hold and it relies heavily on
historic and contemporary images alike something else missing from competing, slimmer titles.
LIGHTHOUSES thus is a definitive, in-depth volume recommended for college-level holdings as
well as any library where American history and architectural design are key components of the
collection.
The Black Swan
Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Random House
1745 Broadway, New York NY 10019
9781400063512, $26.95 www.randomhouse.com
Nissim Taleb is an options trader/statistician turned philosopher and so his THE BLACK
SWAN: THE IMPACT OF THE HIGHLY IMPROBABLE doesn't fit neatly into any one
category, but will equally interest libraries with patrons concerned with business, philosophy,
science, and more. A Black Swan here serves as a metaphor for an unpredictable event with
massive impact and they underlie almost everything about our world. They can occur in
personal lives as well as affect societies as a whole. The blend of philosophy and social analysis
makes THE BLACK SWAN a wide-ranging discussion suitable both for college-level and
general-interest library lending collections.
The Dance Shelf
Classes In Classical Ballet
Asef Messerer
Limelight Editions
c/o Hal Leonard Corporation
777 West Bluemound Road, Milwaukee, WI 53213
0879103442, $20.00 www.limelighteditions.com www.halleonard.com 1-800-637-2852
CLASSES IN CLASSICAL BALLET has long been a classic out of print, so its reappearance
after thirty years makes it a 'must' acquisition for any serious dance or ballet collection. Author
Asef Messerer is a celebrated dancer and teacher, the founder of the Bolshoi school of ballet, and
here provides six of his classes with notes, positions and steps illustrated by nearly 500 black and
white photos of principal Bolshoi dancers. Teachers and dancers will find it a top instructional
pick.
The Self-Help Shelf
Law of Attraction
Michael J. Losier
Wellness Central
c/o Hachette Book Group
237 Park Avenue, New York NY 10017
0446199745, $17.99 www.hachettebookgroupusa.com
What drives the forces of serendipity and attraction? LAW OF ATTRACTION: THE SCIENCE
OF ATTRACTING MORE OF WHAT YOU WANT AND LESS OF WHAT YOU DON'T
reveals a three-step program to increasing positive change, blending exercises, tools and scripts
with a wide-ranging survey for attracting the best of 'luck' in everything from relationships to
jobs. From using worksheets to clarify wants, needs, and desired changes to analyzing the
elements of others' success and coveted earnings in life, LAW OF ATTRACTION provides a
powerful formula for achievement. Public libraries will find the idea appealing and the concept
straightforward, though the worksheets included here might make it a more appropriate pick for
book buyers who can then feel free to write in the spaces provided for self-analysis.
The California Shelf
Nolo Press
950 Parker Street, Berkeley, CA 94710
www.nolo.com
Let nobody tell you it's impossible to afford a house in expensive California it IS possible, with
the help of How to Buy a House in California, co-authored by attorney Ralph Warner and two
real estate brokers (Ira Serkes & George Devine, 1413304036, $34.99). From obtaining the best
mortgage and choosing a house and neighborhood to making offers, inspecting the house, and
buying and selling a house simultaneously, this 11th updated edition includes a simple method
for calculating how much house is affordable and packs in forms, tables, and more. A 'must'
reference not only for would-be California homeowners, but for any public library catering so
them. Also 'musts' for California collections is Julia Nissley's 18th edition of HOW TO
PROBATE AN ESTATE IN CALIFORNIA (1413305741, $49.99) and the 17th updated edition
of Attorneys Janet Portman and David Brown's CALIFORNIA TENANTS' RIGHTS
(1413305733, $29.99). TENANTS' RIGHTS covers everything from locating an optimum place
to live to fighting an eviction in court, spelling out legal rights under California law and how to
protect them. From negotiating the terms in a lease to fighting discrimination and getting needed
repairs, everything is covered and backed by the latest legal tips. HOW TO PROBATE AN
ESTATE IN CALIFORNIA surveys court proceedings, probate, living trusts and the transfer of
both real and personal property. Newly updated for 2007, this edition offers hundreds of probate
shortcuts that allow for quick property transfers without any court proceedings.
Arcadia Publishing
420 Wando Park Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
www.arcadiapublishing.com 1-888-313-2665
Arcadia's excellent 'Images' titles are top picks and highly recommended for any California
library strong in local history. Grante Ute and Bruce Singer's ALAMEDA BY RAIL
(0738557069, $19.99) offers an outstanding compilation of vintage images celebrating
Alameda's railway heritage, using the archives of the Western Railway Museum to power a
history of rail operations and lines. There's little mentioned in typical California or Bay Area
general history circles of Alameda's importance as a rail hub, so ALAMEDA BY RAIL is unique
and needed for any collection strong in Bay Area history. Rayna Garibaldi's SAN FRANCISCO'S
PORTOLA (0738547158, $19.99) provides a history dating back to the 1800s, telling of a part
of San Francisco little known to tourists. Originally settled by Jewish immigrants, the area
evolved into a community populated by nurserymen and flowers growers. Lifelong Portola
resident Rayna Garibaldi shares history with photos unique to this book many from the family
archives of local business owners, nurserymen, and other long-time residents. Branwell Fanning
and William Wong's ANGEL ISLAND (0738547190, $19.99) tells of the rise of Angel Island
and comes from a Tiburon former mayor and the son of Chinese immigrants once detailed at the
immigration station. Both share personal collections and resources to build a fine visual survey of
Angel Island's history. Paul C. Trimble and William Knorp's FERRIES OF SAN FRANCISCO
BAY (073854731X, $19.99) comes from a transportation historian who provides a vast selection
of early ferry images gleaned from the National Maritime Museum, Northwestern Pacific
Railroad Historical Society, and other collections. Black and white vintage images of Key
System ferries and old ferries are accompanied by descriptions that place each ferry in historical
perspective. Michael F. Crowe and Robert W. Bowen's SAN FRANCISCO ART DECO
(0738547344, $19.99) is outstanding: a celebration of an art movement which made its mark on
San Francisco in the early 20s, when the era created thousands of new buildings, many
embodying the style and idea of 'art deco'. The historic images here examines art, architecture
and social history alike. All are extraordinary, unique titles perfect for any California collection
.
The Mystery/Suspense Shelf
Simmer Down
Jessica Conant-Park & Susan Conant
Berkeley Prime Crime
375 Hudson Street, New York NY 10014
9780425213858, $22.95 www.penguin.com
SIMMER DOWN is another recipe-enhanced mystery novel by authors who have used the
successful formula blending mystery with culinary insights in prior, successful books. Here
Gourmet Detective Chloe Carter returns in a story of a dream boyfriend prepping for the opening
of Boston's newest restaurant when a murder threatens his world. Chloe finds herself with likely
and unlikely suspects, recipes, and employs much humor in her quest for truth, making SIMMER
DOWN a fine choice for libraries seeking something different in mystery writing.
The Fiction Shelf
Life's Golden Ticket
Brendon Burchard
Harper San Francisco
353 Sacramento Street, Suite 500, San Francisco CA 94111-3653
9780061173905, $22.95 www.harpersf.com
Brendon Burchard's LIFE'S GOLDEN TICKET is billed as an inspirational novel which it is
but stems from real life experience: a terrible car accident changed his life and gave him a
'golden ticket' a second chance at life, and this novel tells of a fiance entrusted with an
impossible mission when he's sent to give an envelope to a brother in an amusement park a
brother long dead, a park long vanished. An outstanding, spiritual story of evolution and change
makes for an inviting read in a novel recommended for fans of THE ALCHEMIST and similar
spiritual novels.
The Fantasy/SciFi Shelf
Night Rising: Vampire Babylon
Chris Marie Green
Ace Books
c/o Penguin Publishing Group
375 Hudson Street, New York NY 10014
9780441014675, $14.00 www.penguin.com
Hollywood after dark is filled with more than just stars these days, as stuntwoman Dawn
Madison finds when her father vanishes and she begins investigating. Dawn finds his colleagues
mysterious and uncovers a strange underground society made up of vampires that are deadly
and dangerous. Humor and intrigue blend with mystery and the supernatural to make for a
gripping detective science fiction tale hard to put down, and perfect for collections where patrons
relish new vampire-themed novels.
Baen Books
1230 Avenue of Americas, New York NY 10020
www.baen.com
John Lambshead's LUCY'S BLADE (1416521216, $24.00) is a highly recommended adventure
for any fan of fantasy in general and political fantasy in particular. Lucy's trying to fend of
marriage against her will while Spanish secret agents are trying to assassinate Queen Elizabeth
and a royal magician's efforts cause her to be possessed by a demon. What else can possibly go
wrong in Lady Lucy's life? Magic, history and adventure blend in a fast-paced plot packed with
satisfying twists and turns. David Weber and Eric Flint's 1634: THE BALTIC WAR
(141652102X, $26.00) presents another in their 1634 timeslip series: the lost Americans still are
involved in the Baltic War which began in the novel 1633 and they're still caught in the middle.
Political encounters, military clashes and high adventure result in a series of complex encounters
highly recommended for prior fans of the timeslip alternate history series.
The Biography Shelf
Louis I. Kahn: Beyond Time and Style
Carter Wiseman
W.W. Norton
500 5th Avenue, New York NY 10010
0393731650, $60.00 www.wwnorton.com
The biography of architect Louis I. Kahn, whose work is now ranked with Frank Lloyd Wright
and other notables, represents the first in-depth survey of an architect whose works redefined
20th century architecture, and uses over a hundred interviews with colleagues, clients and family
members to reveal Kahn's life, influences, and his sudden emergence as a notable architect.
Illustrated with many previously unpublished photos documenting the rise of this poor
immigrant, and including extensive family documents from archives, LOUIS I. KAHN:
BEYOND TIME AND STYLE surveys his personal relationships, clients, and the extent of his
genius. Highly recommended for any college-level collection concentrating on architectural
history.
An Illuminated Life: Belle da Costa Greene's Journey from Prejudice to Privilege
Heidi Ardizzone
W.W. Norton
500 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
9780393051049, $32.50 www.wwnorton.com
In 1911 one Bella da Costa Greene made New York newspaper headlines by buying a book from
one of Britain's finest printers, succeeding at a high-profile auction which allowed her to walk
away with the book for half of what her employer had authorized her to pay, despite aggressive
bidding. She would spend some forty years at her employer's resulting library and become its first
director but the real story of her achievement, which includes her African-American heritage,
lack of formal art education, and bohemian lifestyle, remained hidden until now. AN
ILLUMINATED LIFE charts her rise to culture and prosperity and provides an extraordinary,
gripping memoir of an amazing woman which is perfect for any general interest library strong in
biographical memoirs, art history, or even Afro-American notable figures.
The Education of Ronald Reagan
Thomas W. Evans
Columbia University Press
61 West 62nd Street, New York, NY 10023-7015
0231138601 www.columbia.edu.cu/cup 1-800-944-8648
The Education of Ronald Reagan: The General Electric Years and the Untold Story of His
Conversion to Conservatism is a far different portrait of Reagan than typical biographies have
covered. For one thing, the focus is much narrower and more specific: for another, it's based on a
newly discovered collection of private papers, interviews and corporate documents, and provides
fresh revelations on Reagan's ideological development. From mentors and influences on his
development to the ideals of modern American conservatism, THE EDUCATION OF RONALD
REAGAN is a 'must' for any college-level collection strong in not only Presidential analysis or
Reagan in particular, but for those strong in American political debates.
Her Way
Jeff Gerth and Don Van Natta Jr.
Little, Brown
237 Park Avenue, New York NY 10017
0316017426, $29.99 www.hbgusa.com
Nothing could be more timely than an expose of a powerful front-runner for party nomination in
an election year, and HER WAY: THE HOPES AND AMBITIONS OF HILLARY RODHAM
CLINTON is certain to receive much attention as it surveys her formative years, career, and life.
There are other biographies which seem to cover the same material, but the authors here
conducted over five hundred interviews with her closest friends, aides, former aides and
confidants including Ken Starr and include analysis based on previously undisclosed
documents. The result debunks many commonly accepted myths about Clinton and her
purposes.
The International Studies Shelf
Inside North Korea
Mark Edward Harris
Chronicle Book
85 Second Street, Sixth Floor, San Francisco CA 94105
0811857514, $35.00 www.chroniclebooks.com
North Korea's always in the news and so a book like INSIDE NORTH KOREA is essential not
just to college-level holdings with books on North Korea, but to general-interest collections as
well. The public library will especially appreciate this book's format: an oversized photo exhibit
which pairs well-researched essays and commentary by North Korea experts with images of
North Korean peoples and places. Perfect for any collection seeking a solid introduction.
On the Road to Kandahar
Jason Burke
Thomas Dunne
c/o St. Martins Press
175 5th Avenue, New York NY 10010-7848
0312366221, $24.95 www.stmartins.com
ON THE ROAD TO KANDAHAR: TRAVELS THROUGH CONFLICT IN THE ISLAMIC
WORLD could have been featured in our Travel Shelf section but it's so much more, and
shouldn't be limited to a leisure travel-reading audience alone. Jason Burke spent a decade among
Muslim people in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, Thailand and other areas: his guide explores their
culture and concerns, blending first-person experiences and encounters with interviews with a
wide range of people, from Taliban officials and a former torturer for Husseun's intelligence
service to a suicide bomber and an American sniper in Iraq. It's these varied encounters from
different cultures in the area which offer eye-opening insights and cultural revelations not to be
missed. Any collection serious about Middle East issues needs ON THE ROAD TO
KANDAHAR.
The Social Issues Shelf
Savage Perils
Patrick B. Sharp
University of Oklahoma Press
2800 Venture Drive, Norman, OK 73069
080613822X, $34.95 www.oupress.com 1-800-627-7377
SAVAGE PERILS: RADICAL FRONTIERS AND NUCLEAR APOCALYPSE IN
AMERICAN CULTURE examines the history of American culture from the early industrial age
to the Cold War, considering how this history and culture influenced representations of nuclear
weaponry in American society and psyche. From anthropological race theory and Asian
immigration to Darwinian evidence of struggle between 'civilized' and 'savage' forces, SAVAGE
PERILS juxtaposes both military and social history in an analysis perfect for college-level social
science holdings.
Storm World
Chris Mooney
Harcourt
15 East 26th Street, New York NY 10010
9780151012879, $26.00 www.HarcourtBooks.com
Chris Mooney is one of the leading science journalists and commentators working today and his
meteorological guide STORM WORLD: HURRICANES, POLITICS AND THE BATTLE
OVER GLOBAL WARMING thus comes with authority and expertise, following the lives and
careers of the leading researchers on either side of the global warming argument. Rather than the
usual science-only focus, STORM WORLD also focuses on the interactions between politicians,
economists, big business and the media, considering how weather patterns and impact is
interpreted on all sides. The result is a powerful social and scientific expose that is as strong on
interpersonal influence and political insights as it is on science fact. Perfect for not only
college-level libraries but for general-interest public library collections.
Voices of Protest
Frank Lowenstein, Sheryl Lechner, Erik Bruun
Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
151 West 19th Street, New York NY 10011
9781579125851, $24.95 www.bdl.com
There have been many books written on protesting and civil liberties, but few with the breadth
and strength of VOICES OF PROTEST: DOCUMENTS OF COURAGE AND DISSENT which
captures the writings of Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., Socrates, Muhammad Ali, Ronald
Reagan and other major voices under one cover. It's the first in-depth collection of international
documents of protest, is organized into seven main subject categories for quick reference, and is
an excellent pick not just for high school to college-level collections strong in civil rights and
social issues, but for the general interest lending library, as well.
Reset
Rusel DeMaria
Berrett-Koehler Publishers
235 Montgomery Street, Suite 650, San Francisco CA 94104-2916
1576754332, $24.95 www.bkcurrents.com
Video games can prove powerful tools for learning and social change: that's the eye-opening
revelation in RESET: CHANGING THE WAY WE LOOK AT VIDEO GAMES, which comes
from a gaming journalist and concerned parent who examines the myths and stereotypes
revolving around video games. From an analysis of the business forces behind these games'
development to the unique qualities which distinguish video games from other media and the
latest learning research on play and learning connections, chapters extol the possibilities of video
games as powerful tools for education and inspiration if presented properly. A fine choice for
education and social issues libraries alike, this will reach college-level audiences.
The Art Shelf
Hudson Hills Press
Box 205, Manchester, VT 05254
www.hudsonhills.com
Two extraordinary art displays are top picks for any serious art library holding. Robert Kipniss'
PAINTINGS: 1950-2005 (1555952801, $60.00) catalogs Kipniss' many works which have made
his career as a printmaker and painter. These are primarily landscapes in black and white and
duotone, receive full-page displays, and gather some of his most distinctive styles from his
earliest works through the 70s and 80s. It's a gorgeous presentation perfect for any serious
college-level art library specializing in modern painters. Michael Taylor's A GEOMETRY OF
MEANING (1555952623, $60.00) provides a gorgeous selection of glass art works by a pioneer
of the craft. His work spans over thirty years and this catalog, paired with essays, provides both a
catalog of works and a survey of the process of his evolution over the decades. An outstanding
survey, recommended for any serious art library collection.
Enchanted Jewelry of Egypt
Azza Fahmy
American University in Cairo Press
c/o International Publishers Marketing
P.O. Box 605, Herndon, VA 20172-0605
9789774249013, $59.95 www.ipm.com
ENCHANTED JEWELRY OF EGYPT: THE TRADITIONAL ART AND CRAFT comes in an
oversized gorgeous hardcover with slipcase and is a top pick for any college-level or in-depth
specialty collection focusing on either world jewelry in general or Egyptian history, culture and
the arts in particular. The author is a designer of jewelry based on traditional motifs and covers
jewelry made throughout Egypt over the last hundred years, using her own collection and travels
to supplement history and research. Both history and jewelry-making insights make for an
outstanding survey.
The Crafts Shelf
Beading Inspiration
Kalmbach Publishing Company
21027 Crossroads Circle, Waukesha, WI 53186
0871162466, $19.95 www.kalmbachbooks.com 1-800-533-6644
Beading Inspiration: How To Use Color In Jewelry Design is a craft guide to both innovative and
traditional approaches to designing colorful jewelry arrangements, as well as sample jewelry
projects to test one's palette and creativity. Chapters offer thematic and inspirational suggestions
for every color, from red to green to indigo to brown. Step-by-step instructions and color
photographs walk the reader through threading and assembling splendid creations from simple
and relatively modest materials and tools, such as claret red and gold earrings from 44 3mm
biocone crystals, 1g Japanese cylinder beads, flexible beading wire .015, 2 crimp beads, a pair of
earring wires, chainnose pliers, crimping pliers, and diagonal wire cutters. A fabulous "how-to"
guide for beading and jewelry makers of all skill and experience levels.
Easy Beading V. 3
BeadStyle
Kalmbach Publishing Company
P.O. Box 1612, Waukesha, WI 53187-1612
9780871162410, $29.95 www.kalmbach.com
Jewelry makers who want to become more involved with beading projects will find excellent
projects packed into EASY BEADING V. 3: THE BEST PROJECTS FROM THE THIRD
YEAR OF BEADSTYLE MAGAZINE. Over two hundred pages pack in over eighty
jewelry-making projects perfect for beginners and the libraries catering to them, packing
hundreds of color photos of finished pieces in a collection organized by the types of materials
they use. From blending beads with gemstones and other materials to step-by-step photos, EASY
BEADING VOLUME 3 covers everything from terms to tools and is a 'must' for any beginning
beader or libraries catering to them.
The Science Shelf
Hydrogen: Hot Stuff Cool Science
Rex A. Ewing
PixyJack Press
Box 149, Masonville, CO 80541
9780977372416, $25.00 www.pixyjackpress.com
The second updated edition of this classic continues to be a top pick for both general-interest
lending libraries and collections strong in environmental science studies. Charts, graphs, facts
and science are presented along with lively first-person vignettes and fun examples to cement
knowledge and encourage easy understanding.
Extreme Weather: A Guide and Record Book
Christopher C. Burt
W.W. Norton
500 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110-0017
9780393330151, $25.95 www.wwnorton.com
Is the climate really changing radically? To answer this a record of past weather extremes and
norms needs to be reviewed, and there's no better place to do this than with Extreme Weather: A
Guide and Record Book. Here are U.S. weather trends going back to the 19th century in a
revised, updated guide which includes historical examples of strange weather. Divided into
chapters by type of weather strange snowstorms, thunderstorms and hail, etc. each chapter
pairs color photos and illustrations with maps, lively overviews, and more. An excellent choice
not just for science libraries, but for any general interest lending library.
F5
Mark Levine
Miramax Books
99 Hudson Street, 5th Floor, New York NY 10013
9781401352202, $25.95 www.miramax.com
F5: DEVASTATION, SURVIVAL AND THE MOST VIOLENT TORNADO OUTBREAK OF
THE 20TH CENTURY comes from an award-winning magazine writer and is a powerful survey
of the 1974 tornado array some 148 of them which struck thirteen states in the Midwest and
killed hundreds. F5 reads like fiction but packs in science details on the six that achieved F5
force status the rarest, largest of tornadoes. By including case history vignettes of individuals
affected during the storms, F5 pairs science with a personal touch lending it appeal into general
interest lending library holdings, where it's sure to be popular.
The Pets/Wildlife Shelf
Equine Injury, Therapy and Rehabilitation, 3rd Edition
Mary Bromiley
Blackwell Publishing
Box 570, Ames, IA 50010-0570
9781405150613, $39.99 www.blackwellprofessional.com
The new updated edition of Equine Injury, Therapy and Rehabilitation is a winner for the
horse-riding community, fully updating technological advances in diagnostic ability and animal
physiology. In addition to a foundation of equine anatomy it surveys common equine and rider
injuries, explains rehabilitation and recovery processes, and describes all manner of horse
physiology in the process. A 'must' for any serious horse library.
Circus Tricks for Your Dog
Rick Martin
Lark
c/o Sterling Publishers
387 Park Avenue South, New York NY 10016
1579908160, $9.95 www.larkbooks.com
Plenty of books cover dog training and a few others cover animal circus performers but what if
Fido could become such a performer? Until now the entertainment of a circus dog has been
limited to the big top, but public lending libraries will find pet owners will be excited by the
at-home training opportunities reviewed in CIRCUS TRICKS FOR YOUR DOG. From riding a
skateboard to riding a rolling barrel and climbing a ladder and jumping, each trick receives
step-by-step coverage, from acquiring or building props to enticing a pet to do the right thing.
Any who own a dog and dream of better tricks will find CIRCUS TRICKS FOR YOUR DOG:
25 CROWD-PLEASERS THAT WILL MAKE YOUR DOG A STAR will prove an
exceptionally inviting, different guide.
Koi: A Handbook on Keeping Nishikigoi
Servaas de Kock & Ronnie Watt
Firefly Books Ltd.
66 Leek Crescent, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1H1, Canada
1554072158, $22.95 www.fireflybooks.com
For centuries koi fish have been a popular hobby, especially in Japan and in the West more
recently: now beginners can learn their special needs with KOI: A HANDBOOK ON KEEPING
NISHIKIGOI. The authors are experienced koi-keepers and provide all the basics in an easy,
logical progression of tips perfect for general interest lending libraries strong in pet references.
Chapters cover the natural history of koi and koi varieties and move into building ponds, keeping
koi, and even showing koi. Packed with color photos, this is a guide any aspiring koi-keeper
needs.
The Photography Shelf
Testimony
Gillian Laub, Ariella Azoulay and Raef Zreik
Aperture Foundation
547 West 27th St., 4th Floor, New York NY 10001
9781597110129, $40.00 www.aperture.org
For four years Gillian Laub has worked in Israel and Palestine producing portraits of their
inhabitants, and TESTIMONY thus has appeal not only for art schools strong in contemporary
portrait photography and social issues photography, but for any college-level holding including
studies about and images of Middle East residents. Fifty of her portraits cover Israeli Jews and
Arabs alike, are accompanied by interviews which reveal common threads of survival issues, and
make for an excellent series of eye-opening visual images. A powerful library pick.
The National Road: A Photographic Journey
Clarence Carvell
American Literary Press
8019 Belair Road Suite 10, Baltimore, MD 21236
9781561679522, $29.95 www.americanliterarypress.com
Any collection strong in either historic photos or American history will welcome the new
Heritage edition of THE NATIONAL ROAD A PHOTOGRAPHIC JOURNEY, gathering
photos of historical treasures to be found along U.S. Route 40. Clarence Carvell's photos reflect
his long-time studies of what remains of the road: his research notes and photos are here bound
into a book perfect for coffee tables, college libraries and public library lending collections
alike.
Closeup Shooting
Cyrill Harnischmacher
Rocky Nook
28 West Mission Street, Suite 3, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
9781933952093, $24.95 www.rockynook.com
CLOSEUP SHOOTING: A GUIDE TO CLOSEUP, TABLETOP, AND MACRO
PHOTOGRAPHY comes from a photographer and designer who introduces readers to the world
of small objects and the special challenges involved in taking photos of this world. From
choosing equipment and using ambient light to maximum advantage to framing perfect shots and
using flash effectively, CLOSEUP SHOOTING is for any photographer who would hone skills in
macro work, and comes packed with color photos. Photographer libraries and public libraries
catering to novices both will find it a popular lend.
The Art of People Photography
Bambi Cantrell and Skip Cohen
Amphoto Books
770 Broadway, New York NY 10003
0817455671, $24.95 www.amphotobooks.com
Bambi Cantrell is a well-known wedding and portrait photographer and Skip Cohen is president
of Rangefinder Publishing: the two pair their considerable talents and experience in The Art of
People Photography: Inspiring Techniques for Creative Results, which teaches the basics of
portraiture from the foundations of acquiring and using professional equipment to learning the
rules of portraiture and when and how to break them. From shooting babies and children to
adults, special settings to special lighting conditions, this teaches a range of skills and packs in
color and black and white photo examples throughout, making it a top pick for any lending
library strong in portrait photography.
The Cookbook Shelf
Confetti Cakes Cookbook
Elisa Strauss with Christie Matheson
Little, Brown Publishers
1271 Avenue of Americas, New York NY 10020
9780316113076, $29.99 www.HachetteBookGroupUSA.com
When a famous shoe designer received a surprise birthday cake of a stiletto perched next to a
tissue-filled shoe box, he was amazed at the talents of Elisa Strauss of Confetti Cakes in New
York and everyone wanted one of her creations. THE CONFETTI CAKES COOKBOOK
would at first glance seem to appeal only to seasoned bakers, but in fact offers up eye-catching
projects for every skill level, from novice to expert. Chapters pack in projects and decorations
and not just full, large cakes but cookies, cupcakes, and smaller cake choices. Any tired of the
'same old' approach who seeks something different and eye-catching will find THE CONFETTI
CAKES COOKBOOK attractive as will public lending libraries catering to dessert cooks.
The Metaphysical Studies Shelf
Pagan Prayer Beads
John Michael Greer and Clare Vaughn
Weiser Books
500 Third Street #230, San Francisco CA 94107
1578633842, $16.95 www.redwheelweiser.com
PAGAN PRAYER BEADS: MAGIC AND MEDITATION WITH PAGAN ROSARIES comes
from a beading expert who covers the meditative qualities of Pagan rosaries and is the first
book to do so. New Age libraries will find it an excellent and unique survey which provides
explanations and keys to understanding the rituals associated with different kinds of rosary beads,
covering everything from making and stringing a rosary to using it properly.
A Matter of Life and Death
Rosemary Altea
Tarcher
c/o Penguin Publishing Group
375 Hudson Street, New York NY 10014-3658
9781585425532, $24.95 www.penguin.com
Fifteen years ago the term 'medium' was barely known to the public: today the ordinary American
knows it well. Psychic Rosemary Altea's A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH: REMARKABLE
TRUE STORIES OF HOPE AND HEALING comes from a woman widely known as the 'voice
of the spirit world' and here provides an important survey of how to spot fakes in the industry,
and how to understand the spirit world. From the author's latest encounters with the spirit world,
including a soldier who died in Iraq, to increased media coverage of psychics in modern times, A
MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH offers much insight into the world of psychic perception.
Llewellyn Publications
PO Box 64383, St. Paul, MN 55164-0383
www.llewellyn.com 1-800-843-6666
Ellen Dugan's NATURAL WITCHERY: INTUITIVE, PERSONAL & PRACTICAL MAGICK
(9780738709222, $16.95) offers practicing witches a dozen ways to hone intuition, from psychic
exercises and quizzes to starting a coven and understanding spells and rituals. As an
enhancement for beginning witches it goes far in covering basic techniques to strengthening
blossoming intuitive magick. Noel Tyl's GUIDE TO ASTROLOGICAL CONSULTATION
(9780738710495, $24.95) is an excellent survey by a master astrologer who adds detail and
in-depth insights to the art of astrological interpretation. Here the horoscope is presented as a key
to understanding individual interpretation and art, and chapters provide a format for astrologers
to work with clients, offering ten major considerations to help strengthen the relationship.
Verbatim case studies of five Tyl consultations chart thoughts and paths of approach and will
prove invaluable keys to understanding. Both will be top picks for new age collections; especially
those catering to beginners.
The Yoga of Truth
Peter Marchand
Destiny
c/o Inner Traditions
Box 388, Rochester, VT 05767
1594771650, $14.95 www.destinybooks.com
Seekers interested in searches for truth and Hindu spirituality will find an excellent guide in THE
YOGA OF TRUTH, which uses a series of easy introspective questions to help penetrate the
ego's barriers to understanding. THE YOGA OF TRUTH analyzes the steps to realization and
higher consciousness, considering illusions and obstacles of ego and self. New age collections
will find this engrossing.
The Education Shelf
Assessing Teacher Dispositions
Judy R. Wilkerson and William Steve Lang
Corwin Press
2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
9781412953689, $39.95 www.corwinpress.com
ASSESSING TEACHER DISPOSITIONS: FIVE STANDARDS-BASED STEPS TO VALID
MEASUREMENT USING THE DAATS MODEL is for any college-level education library or
any collection including teacher assessment methods geared to national accreditation standards.
School leaders will find it an important, key tool to assessing teacher dispositions offering
worksheets, training activities, and examples from pre-service and in-service settings alike. It's
been field-tested, so it isn't just theory and its system can be used with the CAATs model also.
An essential guide.
The Art of Learning
Josh Waitzkin
Free Press
1230 Avenue of Americas, New York NY 10020
0743277457, $25.00 www.simonandschuster.com
THE ART OF LEARNING: A JOURNEY IN THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE is the story of
a world-class chess winner who dominated the chess world for ten years and became fascinated
with the learning process involved in both chess and martial arts. In analyzing the principles of
learning which led to his success in two very different arenas, THE ART OF LEARNING offers
up insights into the mental and physical skills involved in achieving success no matter what the
subject. An excellent blend of autobiography and learning insights will appeal not just to
education libraries, but to general-interest collections as well.
Corwin Press
2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
www.corwinpress.com
Teachers and college-level collections strong in education studies will relish these new,
important titles. Jie-Qi Chen and Gillian Dowley McNamee's BRIDGING: ASSESSMENT FOR
TEACHING AND LEARNING IN EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSROOMS, PRE-K-3
(9781412950107, $34.95) is for practicing teachers and encourages them to assess both
classroom content and the process of teaching it. Fifteen activities across five curricular areas
provide guidelines for 'bridging' observations of children to classroom teaching practices, helping
teachers assess development, effective learning techniques, and helping them to predict future
learning techniques and trends. Brenda Utter's PICK AND PLAN: 100 BRAIN-COMPATIBLE
STRATEGIES FOR LESSON DESIGN (9781412951142, $24.95) also presents an
activities-based workbook to teachers, offering strategies to tailor classroom activities to
students' individual learning styles and needs. From development a framework for engagement to
mixing strategies and organizing routines, sample lessons and sidebars of information
accompany classroom-specific routines and suggestions gleaned from real-world applications
that work. Sarah F. Mahurt, Ruth E. Metcalfe and Margaret A. Gwyther's BUILDING BRIDGES
FROM EARLY TO INTERMEDIATE LITERACY GRADES 2-4 (9781412949637, $27.95)
surveys a range of techniques designed to move students from beginning to intermediate literacy
levels, showing teachers how to refine instruction to incorporate specialized assessment tools,
reading and writing instruction strategies, and using charts to track progress. Chapters have been
tested by experienced literacy educators and offer a fine synthesis of techniques that work. Carey
Dimmitt, John C. Carey and Trish Hatch's EVIDENCE-BASED SCHOOL COUNSELING:
MAKING A DIFFERENCE WITH DATA-DRIVEN PRACTICES (9781412948906, $32.95)
provides a process for using evidence to determine what needs to be done, interventions, and
assessing intervention effectiveness. School counselors and students of the profession receive
specific guidelines and models for collecting and analyzing data, including tips on measuring
student learning and behavior modification. An excellent guide counselors will appreciate.
Vickie Gill's THE TEN STUDENTS YOU'LL MEET IN YOUR CLASSROOM: CLASSROOM
MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS (9781412949125,
$24.95) outlines ten typical student archetypes to teach how to reach each type of individual in a
classroom setting. While there is no pat formula involved, the approach does help teachers
identify and more effectively work with common patterns of behavior and learning: add case
histories and you have an excellent real-world survey. Dan French, Mary Atkinson and Leah
Rugen's CREATING SMALL SCHOOLS: A HANDBOOK FOR RAISING EQUITY AND
ACHIEVEMENT (9781412941755, $32.95) is based on the authors' work at the Center for
Collaborative Education and provides an A-Z resource for developing small communities that
specialize in personalizing education for all students. From methods of establishing new schools
to instructing in a small school setting, school leaders receive specific tips tailored to not just
creating the small school environment, but managing it more effectively.
The Computer Shelf
Access Data Analysis Cookbook
Ken Bluttman & Wayne S. Freeze
O'Reilly Publishing
1005 Gravenstein Highway North, Sebastopol, CA 95472
9780596101220, $49.99 www.oreilly.com
Any involved in database management in general and Access in particular will want the
ACCESS DATA ANALYSIS COOKBOOK, a survey which shows how to solve common
problems of extracting data and performing calculations from large databases. From developing
better queries and applying them to inserting, updating and deleting data to managing text-based
data and using arrays, this offers a wealth of high-level technical Access information perfect for
managers who already have the basics down.
Ruby by Example: Concepts and Code
Kevin C. Baird
No Starch Press
555 DeHaro #250, San Francisco CA 94107
9781593271480, $29.95 www.nostarch.com
Any programmer who would better understand the basics of Ruby would do well to consider
RUBY BY EXAMPLE, a learn-by-doing guide which analyzes a series of Ruby scripts,
examining how the code works, explaining its concepts, and demonstrating modifications.
Readers will learn how to use the interactive Ruby shell to maximum advantage to learn the
language, and will learn to use utilities that help analyze HTML, XML and more. An important
guide for any using or learning Ruby or Rails, and for reference libraries catering to this
audience.
The Health/Medicine Shelf
Pain Relief Without Drugs
Jan Sadler
Healing Arts Press
c/o Inner Traditions
One Park Street, Rochester, VT 05767
1594771510, $19.95 www.healingartspress.com
In 1989 the author was left in constant pain after back surgery, wit no hope of remedy and no
adequate drug therapy. So she gave up teaching to investigate the self-treatment options for her
ongoing pain and found pain management techniques which worked. Her techniques evolved
into programs centered around changing personal reactions to pain and these show how to break
the cycle of pain using relaxation and acceptance. Chapters offer self-help techniques from
visualization to relaxation exercises, cover the basics of setting goals and handling pain flare-ups,
and will prove invaluable for any facing a chronic pain condition. An accompanying 55-minute
cd, narrated by the author, reinforces the book. Any public library strong in self-care handbooks
must have this; its subject and approach promises to make it a popular lend.
Vaccinated
Paul A. Offit, MD
Smithsonian Books
c/o HarperCollins
10 East 53rd Street, New York NY 10022
9780061227950, $26.95 www.harpercollins.com
VACCINATED: ONE MAN'S QUEST TO DEFEAT THE WORLD'S DEADLIEST DISEASES
tells of Maurice Hilleman's early goal and life work: he became a microbiologist, joined Merck,
and there pursued his goal of eliminating childhood disease. But VACCINATED is more than
just a biography of his life: it uses his life to explore nearly two hundred years of medical history,
telling the story of the evolution of vaccines and vaccine research, and rebutting ideas that these
vaccines also are responsible for autism and other conditions. It's an eye-opening history perfect
not just for medical libraries, but for the general-interest public lending library.
Cancer Sourcebook, 5th Edition
Karen Bellenir
Omnigraphics
615 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226
9780780809475, $87.00 www.omnigraphics.com
The 5th, updated edition of CANCER SOURCEBOOK should be in every public and health
lending library collection: it packs in the latest research on all kinds of cancers, from lymphomas
and skin cancers to bone and endrocrine cancers, covering risks, prevention, treatments and
more. Extensive statistical data and a directory of resources for each type of cancer makes for an
unparalleled discussion essential for any health collection considering an all-in-one basic general
reference.
The Music Shelf
The Wall of Fame
Henry Goldrich and Holly Goldrich Schoenfeld
Hal Leonard
19 West 21st Street, Suite 201, New York NY 10010
1423405552, $24.95 www.halleonard.com
THE WALL OF FAME: NEW YORK CITY'S LEGENDARY MANNY'S MUSIC recalls a New
York institution with a guide to one of the most important music instrument stores of the swing,
big band and electric eras. Manny's was the music store of choice for musicians ranging from
Kiss to Chet Atkins, Chet Baker and Dizzy Gillespie: THE WALL OF FAME is a rock
celebration of these musicians, offers a gorgeous blend of a concert diary and rarely-seen
souvenir photos, and reproduces nearly 200 autographed photos from the store's walls. Any
definitive music collection whether it be at the college or general lending library levels needs
WALL OF FAME.
Icons of Hip Hop
Mickey Hess, Editor
Greenwood Press
88 Post Road West, Westport, CT 06881
9780313339028, $175.00/set www.greenwood.com
ICONS OF HIP HOP: AN ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE MOVEMENT, MUSIC AND
CULTURE is an excellent 2-book encyclopedic reference offering in-depth biographies often a
number of pages long about major figures in hiphop culture. From influences and achievements
to lasting legacies left by each, ICONS OF HIP HOP promises to be an excellent documentation
of the movement as well as the music, and is a pick for any library where patrons harbor more
than a casual interest in modern music trends in general or hiphop in particular. Many a
college-level collection strong in music studies will find it attracts both researchers and leisure
browsers.
Debussy: The Quiet Revolutionary
Victor Lederer
Amadeus Press/Limelight Editions
c/o Hal Leonard Corporation
777 West Bluemound Road, Milwaukee, WI 53213
1574671537, $22.95 www.amadeuspress.com www.halleonard.com 1-800-637-2852
Debussy's music ranks among the most challenging: his influence on other composers makes it
essential to understand his approach, but typically music students find such analysis a daunting
proposition. Not so Debussy: The Quiet Revolutionary, which pairs a cd of music with an
analysis of the subtleties of his works and analyzing Debussy's approach and contributions. The
author is a New York critic on music and culture: his approach is perfect for any newcomer to
Debussy and is especially recommended for middle to high school students receiving a strong
introduction on Debussy's art and achievement.
MySpace for Musicians
Frances Vincent
Thomson Course Technology
25 Thomson Place, Boston, MA 02210
1598633597, $34.99 www.courseptr.com
MySpace is one of the most rapidly-growing, popular venues on the internet and MYSPACE
FOR MUSICIANS: THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO MARKETING YOUR MUSIC
ONLINE packs in details specific to music marketing for any band, soloist, side musicians or
publisher who wants to take full advantage of MySpace's popularity and easy use. Chapters offer
information perfect for newcomers to MySpace as well as to seasoned musicians who already
have a page but want to maximize its potential. From identifying a target market to customizing a
page, this is an item of choice any serious independent musician must have and any library
catering to such, especially at the high school level.
The Military Shelf
Defiant Superpower: New American Hegemony
Donald E. Nuechterlein
Potomac Books Inc.
22841 Quicksilver Dr. Dulles, VA 20166
9781574889895, $17.95 www.potomacbooksinc.com
DEFIANT SUPERPOWER tells of how the Bush administration took initial bold steps in
response to 9/11, but then continued aggressive policies that alarmed the world by 2002. This
book assesses that hegemony, considering the requirements of homeland security, global order,
and American political and economic needs alike as it analyzes alliances, international
organizations, and traditional methods of international politics affected by the Bush
administration's routines. Any college-level holding strong in international relations needs the
insights of DEFIANT SUPERPOWER, perfect for classroom discussion.
Osprey Publishing
443 Park Avenue South Suite 806, New York NY 10016
www.ospreypublishing.com
Peter Antill's STALINGRAD 1942 (9781846030284, $18.95) discusses one of the key battles of
World War II and is a top pick for any in-depth military library seeking more detailed analysis of
strategies and approaches to battle. Peter Antill questions why the Germans allowed themselves
to be diverted from their main objective and defeated in the Eastern Front: maps and analysis
provide keys to understanding. Mark Johnston's THE AUSTRALIAN ARMY IN WORLD WAR
II (9781846031236, $17.95) joins others in the 'Elite' series for military libraries, considering the
organization and deployment of one of the most significant fighting armies of the war. While
plenty of World War II titles provide overviews of the army, this is the item of choice for any
seeking depth and detail, with original wartime black and white photos from all fronts adding
illustration and enhancing color plates of uniforms and gear. Terry Crowdy's FRENCH
RESISTANCE FIGHTER: FRANCE'S SECRET ARMY (9781846030765, $17.95) joins the
'Warrior' series to analyze the French Resistance which terrorized German forces. Photos and
first-hand accounts of struggle, capture and torture at the hands of Germans make for a striking
account suitable for in-depth World War II collections. Dr. Gary Sheffield edits WAR ON THE
WESTERN FRONT: IN THE TRENCHES OF WORLD WAR I (9781846032103, $24.95) is a
narrowed focus on the Western Front of the first world war and is a pick for any college-level
military library strong in the era's history. Its focus is on the daily lives of soldiers: as such it
provides both first-person history and survey of trench warfare and tactics which changed the
strategies and nature of warfare. An excellent, well-detailed analysis.
Encyclopedia of the American Armed Forces
Alan Axelrod
Facts on File
132 West 31st Street, New York NY 10001
0816047006, $ 175.00/2 volumes www.factsonfile.com
Both general-interest and school libraries from high school to college, as well as military
collections, will find inviting the 2-volume ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE AMERICAN ARMED
FORCES reference. Volume 1 covers U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, with A-Z listings covering
some 1,2000 entries on history, command organizations, missions, equipment and more. From
wars to key figures to training, the separation of volumes by branch (Volume 2 covers U.S.
Marine Corps and U.S. Navy) provides essential in-depth coverage for any serious reference
collection.
The Christian Studies Shelf
The Apocalypse Code
Hank Hanegraaff
Thomas Nelson Publishers
PO Box 141000, Nashville, TN 37214
0849901847, $21.99 www.ThomasNelson.com 1-800-251-4000
The book of Revelation in the Bible is obscure to most because it's commonly treated as a book
apart from the rest of the Bible, yet it holds close connections to the Old Testament and should be
considered as closely as the rest of the Bible, despite its prophetic interpretation. THE
APOCALYPSE CODE: FIND OUT WHAT THE BIBLE REALLY SAYS ABOUT THE END
TIMES AND WHY IT MATTERS TODAY charts issues of faith, history, and prophetic
interpretation in chapters which pack in Biblical passages and insights into interpretations. An
outstanding analysis results, highly recommended as a 'must pick' for any serious Christian
library.
Organic Community
Joseph R. Myers
Baker Books
Box 6287, Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
0801065984, $13.99 www.bakerbooks.com
Can a real church community be created using master plans and strategies? Sometimes, says
Joseph Myers, an entrepreneurs whose consulting firm has helped churches develop community.
But such connections tend to develop naturally, without artificial manipulation, and ORGANIC
COMMUNITY: CREATING A PLACE WHERE PEOPLE NATURALLY CONNECT is an
invaluable church resource to understand this process. Chapters use plenty of case history
examples to show how projects develop naturally and fuel parisher interest in the process. Any
library catering to church and organization needs will find ORGANIC COMMUNITY an
appealing addition.
Comeback Churches
Ed Stetzer and Mike Dodson
B&H Publishing Group
127 Ninth Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37234-0143
9780805445367, $17.99 www.bhpublishinggroup.com 1-800-251-3225
COMEBACK CHURCHES: HOW 300 CHURCHES TURNED AROUND AND YOURS CAN
TOO charts the shrinking of the North American Church and the downward trend in attendance,
considering how and why churches are stagnant and what might be done to return believes to the
pews. Missiologist Ed Stetzer analyzes over 300 formerly declining congregations across some
ten different denominations, analyzing church foundations, changes, and how empowerment may
be created in the ministry. An essential acquisition for any spiritual collection strong in church
analysis.
The Business Shelf
Brownie Points
Aundrea Lacy
Agate Publishing Inc.
1501 Madison Street, Evanston, IL 60202
1932841261, $14.00 www.agatepublishing.com
BROWNIE POINTS: SEVEN STEPS TO SUCCESS FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS FROM ONE WHO MADE IT tells the story of a woman who founded her business in making
brownies sold through the Internet. Her background in marketing and as a model and TV reporter
contributed to her business success and here she uses its tenth successful anniversary to explore
the foundations of starting a business, serving as an inspiration for women of color and making
BROWNIE POINTS a top pick for any general lending library catering to women seeking keys to
success.
EBay the Smart Way, 5th Edition
Joseph T. sinclair
Amacom
1601 Broadway, New York NY 10019-7420
0814474519, $17.95 www.amacombooks.org
The 5th updated edition of EBAY THE SMART WAY is a 'must' for both eBay sellers beyond
the casual once-in-a-while stage and for the libraries that cater to the general public. EBay has
some 222 million users now, so there's lots of completion, and EBAY THE SMART WAY offers
up everything needed to understand not just the basics of buying and selling online, but proven
strategies which will lead to more sales, establish seller validity in the public eye, and generate a
healthy income. From creating attention-grabbing descriptions and superior photos to accepting
PayPal and handling specialty markets, EBAY THE SMART WAY is a winning survey
indeed.
The Woodworking Shelf
Foolproof Wood Finishing
Teri Masaschi
Fox Chapel Publishing
1970 Broad Street, East Petersburg, PA 17520
9781565233034, $19.95 www.foxchapelpublishing.com
FOOLPROOF WOOD FINISHING FOR THOSE WHO LOVE TO BUILD & HATE TO
FINISH takes a different approach than most wood refinishing guides, using the author's years of
experience in the field to tell how to determine best finishes, prepare wood, avoid uneven results,
and color wood for the most professional appearance all with a minimum of time and fuss.
Over 20 'recipes' for creating antique and authentic finishing looks, from cherry to mahogany, are
included in a how-to title highly recommended for any homeowner's library.
The Sports Shelf
Bigger Deal: A Year Inside the Poker Room
Anthony Holden
Simon & Schuster
1230 Avenue of Americas, New York NY 10020
0743294823, $26.00 www.simonandschuster.com
Nearly two decades ago journalist and music critic Anthony Holden wrote Big Deal, a memoir of
a year spent as a professional poker player, which came to be viewed as a basic text in gambling
literature. BIGGER DEAL expands on the ideas, presents Holden's worldwide tour of the poker
tournament circuit again, and updates information on the game and its players. From the
influence of the Internet during this time and a resulting explosion in poker's popularity to legal
challenges to online poker rooms, BIGGER DEAL is the perfect, timely coverage of a rapidly
changing game world and will make an excellent addition for any public library strong in either
poker or gaming books.
The Antiques/Collectibles Shelf
Big Book of Pocket Knives
Ron Stewart and Roy Ritchie
Collector Books
Box 3009, Paducah, KY 42002-3009
9781574325478, $19.99 www.collectorbooks.com
The third updated edition of the classic BIG BOOK OF POCKET KNIVES: IDENTIFICATION
AND VALUES comes from a team of experts who've worked together since 1978, and offers up
their life experience as members of the National Knife Collectors Association. Good-sized black
and white photos and drawings pack a reference which pairs detailed written descriptions and
prices with clear images lending to easy identification. The values have all been updated making
this a perfect collector's pick. Very highly recommended both for knife collectors and for public
libraries wishing to include several specialty collecting titles beyond the usual glassware and
dolls choices.
The Needlecraft Shelf
Bend-the-Rules Sewing
Amy Karol
Potter Craft
c/o Random House Trade Group Publicity
1745 Broadway, 17th floor, New York, NY 10019
9780307347213, $21.95 www.pottercraft.com
Sewing and humor don't commonly go together, but BEND-THE-RULES SEWING: THE
ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO A WHILE NEW WAY TO SEW achieves this not just with new
patterns and designs, but with a beginner-friendly approach that incorporates comments and
appealing, different projects, from a headband to a dog's collar. Color photos pack a guide
designed to invite bare-bones beginners to sample the world of sewing.
The Native American Shelf
Blackfoot War Art
L. James Dempsey
University of Oklahoma Press
2800 Venture Drive, Norman, OK 73069
0806138041, $45.00 www.oupress.com 1-800-627-7377
BLACKFOOT WAR ART: PICTOGRAPHS OF THE RESERVATION PERIOD, 1880-2000 is
for college-level collections specializing in Native American studies and also for art libraries: it's
a stunning survey of Blackfoot war art which presents both their representations of war and
insights into Blackfoot culture and rituals. The author is a member of the Blood tribe, and uses
both archival resources and museum collections paired with interviews of tribal members to
provide a well-rounded, unique focus. The depth and detail in BLACKFOOT WAR ART is
unparalleled, making it a major reference pick on the subject.
Missionaries Among Miners, Migrants & Blackfoot
Mary Eggermont-Molenaar and Paul Callens, Editors
University of Calgary Press
2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2N 1N4
9781552381892, $39.95 www.uofcpress.com
College-level collections specializing in Native American or early missionary studies will
welcome the scholarly Missionaries Among Miners, Migrants & Blackfoot, packed with research
based on primary source material much of it previously unpublished. Here are the transcribed
diaries of brothers Leonard and Victor Van Tighem, Catholic missionaries in Alberta between
1974 and 1917.Their observations record not only their experiences but hold letters from family
and associates and articles by bishops and priests of their time. An excellent acquisition for any
in-depth college-level collection in Canadian or Native American history.
The Judaic Studies Shelf
The Book of Haftarot For Shabbat, Festivals, and Fast Days
Sol Scharfstein
KTAV Publishing House
930 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306
0881259292, $19.95 www.ktav.com
The reading of the Torah as part of the synagogue service on Sabbaths and fast days is followed
by reading a selection from one of the prophetic books, known as the Haftarah. The Book of
Haftarot For Shabbat, Festivals, and Fast Days: An Easy-to-Read Haftarah Translation is the
sequel to THE FIVE BOOKS OF MOSES and is a 'must' for any serious Judaic studies
collection. It offers readings which blend text, history, and connective analysis and is perfect for
ongoing reference and consultation.
The Graphic Novel Shelf
The Saga of Blood Benders
Rick Geary
NBM Publishing
40 Exchange Place #1308, New York NY 10005
1561634980, $15.95 www.nbmpub.com
Rick Geary's graphic novel series A TREASURY OF VICTORIAN MURDER returns with
volume 9 of the series especially recommended for prior fans of his graphic novel mysteries.
Black and white drawings illustrate the story of four strange people who use seduction to attract
wealthy victims, whom they then kill. Excellent action and high drama mystery lends to a
fast-paced graphic novel story hard to put down, and recommended for any general-interest
holding strong in graphic novels.
Exit Wounds
Rutu Modan
Drawn and Quarterly
c/o Farrar, Straus & Giroux
19 Union Square West, New York, NY 10003
9781897299067, $19.95 www.fsgbooks.com 1-888-330-8477
EXIT WOUNDS is a graphic novel in full color, set in modern-day Tel Aviv and telling of a
young man's urgent phone call from a female soldier which tells of his father's death from a
possible suicide bomber. Koby joins the soldier searching for clues and finds himself facing his
father's hidden identity and secret world and a danger which could draw him in. Excellent
characterization and a vivid, contemporary plot make this a top pick for any collection strong in
modern graphic novels.
The World History Shelf
Arctic Hell-Ship
William Barr
University of Alberta Press
Ring House 2, University of Alberta, Edmonton AB Canada T6C 2E1
0888644728, $34.95 www.uap.ualberta.ca
ARCTIC HELL-SHIP: THE VOYAGE OF HMS ENTERPRISE 1850-1855 tells of a voyage to
the Arctic in search of a missing expedition. The Enterprise was to find and hopefully rescue the
lost Franklin expedition by approaching the Northwest Passage from the west: during the journey
the crew passed three winter frozen into the arctic ice and many of Captain Collinson's officers
spent their time under arrest. Paintings by the ship's assistant surgeon accompany a vivid memoir
of Arctic conditions, exploration, and struggles to survive.
Kremlin Rising
Peter Baker and Susan Glasser
Potomac Books Inc.
22841 Quicksilver Drive, Dulles, VA 20166-2012
9781597971225, $18.95 www.potomacbooksinc.com
KREMLIN RISING: VLADIMIR PUTIN'S RUSSIA AND THE END OF REVOLUTION
appears in an updated edition to offer a behind-the-scenes look at modern Russia. The authors
were Moscow bureau chiefs for the Washington Post and witnessed firsthand the campaign to
change Russia back to an authoritarian state: their observations of Putin's rise reads with the
drama of fiction and the authority of fact, and is key to understanding today's Russia, making it a
top pick not just for college-level holdings but for any library including modern Russian history
in its collection.
The Theatre/Cinema/TV Shelf
Shakespeare's Wordcraft
Scott Kaiser
Amadeus Press/Limelight Editions
c/o Hal Leonard Corporation
777 West Bluemound Road, Milwaukee, WI 53213
0879103450, $18.95 www.limelighteditions.com www.halleonard.com 1-800-637-2852
Nine basic patterns of Shakespeare's language are revealed for students of both English and
drama, offering a survey of how Shakespeare used words, phrases, expressions and images to
solidify his ideas and plays. WORDCRAFT could have been recommended in our Literary Shelf
area but is featured here for its broader applications to drama students at the high school, college
and public performance levels alike: this audience will especially appreciate Shakespeare
authority Scott Kaiser's revelations.
The Gemstone/Mineralogy Shelf
Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guides
Kathy J. Rygle and Stephen F. Pedersen
Gemstone Press
Box 237, Woodstock, VT 05091
$14.99 Each www.gemstonepress.com
Travelers who want to focus on where and how to dig, pan and mine gems and minerals will find
delightful regional guides to locating mining areas. NORTHWEST (0943763487) and
NORTHEAST (0943763495) each pack in plenty of details on everything from locations and
costs to techniques, equipment, and museums and mine tours, making them perfect acquisitions
for any public library's travel or gemstone collection.
Gemstone Press
Box 237, Woodstock, VT 05091
www.gemstonepress.com
Newly updated editions of two new definitive buying guides are recommended as references both
for specialty jewelry and gemstone collections and for public libraries catering to collectors.
Antoinette Matlins, P.G.'s THE PEARL BUYING BOOK: THE DEFINITIVE BUYING GUIDE
(0943763355, $19.99) appears in its third updated edition to tell how to select and care for pearls.
Chapters pack in the latest information on the pearl world and its prices, impart professional
secrets to getting the best buy, and even covers common types of misrepresentation. Kathy J.
Rygle and Stephen E. Pedersen's SOUTHEAST TREASURE HUNTER'S GEM & MINERAL
GUIDE (0943763517, $14.99) is a pick for any Southeast collection where gems and minerals
are of interest: it offers easy information on mining, locations, and safety alike, including
directions and maps to gem and mineral sites as well as museums and mine tours. Both are
excellent, definitive updates.
The Homeowner's Shelf
The Complete Pool Manual for Homeowners & Professionals
Dan Hardy
Atlantic Publishing Group
1405 SW 6th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34474-7014
9781601380227, $39.95 www.atlantic-pub.com
If you're a pool owner you have a major investment, and maintenance should be a top priority:
The Complete Pool Manual for Homeowners & Professionals comes from a pool professional
with some 20 years experience in the industry and covers everything involved in keeping a pool
clean and operating well. His step-by-step maintenance guide starts with the basics of water
chemistry and moves on to chemical additives, cures for common problems, and issues ranging
from health in hot tubs to winterizing a pool. Any collection catering to homeowners in hot
climates needs this.
The Buddhist Studies Shelf
Buddha
Deepak Chopra
Harper SanFrancisco
10 East 53rd Street, New York NY 10022
9780060878801, $24.95 www.harpercollins.com
Buddha is the most important man who ever achieved enlightenment, and while there are many
titles covering his beliefs and teachings, BUDDHA is something more: a survey of his life and
psychological complexity. From Buddha's roots as Prince Siddhartha, raised to be a warrior king,
to his achievement of enlightenment, this uses the novel format to reveal Buddha's life and
philosophy, offering up a healthy dose of psychology in the process.
The Terrorism Studies Shelf
Radical Eye for the Infidel Guy
Kevin J. Ryan
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2197
9781591025078 www.prometheusbooks.com
While aspects of the War on Terror have been analyzed, the real nature of the militant Osama
wannabe hasn't and that is at the heart of understanding radical Muslim sentiment. RADICAL
EYE FOR THE INFIDEL GUY: INSIDE THE STRANGE WORLD OF MILITANT ISLAM
provides a picture of radical Muslims far different from your usual political analysis, delving into
social issues such as women's rights to consider Islam's intolerance towards others and how it
fosters militant family values with slavery as an underlying foundation. Any who would consider
radical Islam from a different viewpoint needs RADICAL EYE FOR THE INFIDEL GUY
from college-level holdings strong in Middle East issues and studies to general interest library
holdings.
Londonistan
Melanie Phillips
Encounter Books
900 Broadway #400, New York NY 10003
1594031975 www.encounterbooks.com
British journalist Melanie Phillips reveals how the progress of global jihad and Islamic
fundamentalism is being fostered by the concurrent collapse of Western values and national
identity in Europe a trend in which Britain is taking the lead in LONDONISTAN, a
hard-hitting examination of how terrorism works on home soils. The news media's focus on
terrorism in Islamic countries must be rectified to examine its presence and growth at home, and
LONDONISTAN charts its rise in Britain and its deadly implications in a hard-hitting book
packed with insights.
James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief
Midwest Book Review
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