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The Best American Magazine Writing 2011
The American Society of Magazine Editors
Columbia University Press
61 West 62nd Street
New York, NY 10023-7015
9780231159401, $16.95, http://cup.columbia.edu
The magazine can still provide some of the best writing on our modern world. "The Best
American Magazine Writing 2011" is a compilation of the best articles from a wide array of
magazines throughout the American dialogue, from the Rolling Stone to the New Yorker and
many others. Offering thoughtful insight into politics, science, and popular culture, "The Best
American Magazine Writing 2011" is a must for any general interest library collection.
Brain Power
Michael J. Gelb & Kelly Howell
New World Library
14 Pamaron Way
Novato, CA 94949
9781608680733, $14.95, www.newworldlibrary.com
The mind ages, but using it to the fullest helps. "Brain Power: Improve Your Mind As You Age"
is a guide for those who want to better improve their mental skills and make it sharp as a tack, no
matter their age. With plenty of exercises to help improve one's brain fitness and keep one on
their mental toes to find better success, "Brain Power" is a read that shouldn't be overlooked by
self-help and health collections.
The Illustrated Doom Survival Guide
Matt Victor
Adventures Unlimited Press
PO Box 74
Kempton, IL 60946
9781935487777, $20.00, www.adventuresunlimitedpress.com
When it all hits the fan, there are few things that will matter. "The Illustrated Doom Survival
Guide: Don't Panic" is a read about practical survival in today's modern world where society
won't be able to provide. From building temporary shelter from little, the basics of hunting and
fishing, and setting up sustained agriculture and ranching, "The Illustrated Doom Survival
Guide" is recommended for those who want to expand their horizons, and be prepared if the
worst happens.
God Bless the Spectrum
Philadelphia Daily News
Camino Books, Inc.
PO Box 59026, Philadelphia, PA 19102
9781933822389, $19.95, www.caminobooks.com
The best of the best was always on display. "God Bless the Spectrum" is a tribute to
Philadelphia's Spectrum, the setting of many events throughout its existence, from Muppets to
legendary concerts to vital boxing matches, to becoming an icon of pop culture. With full color
photos all throughout and countless statistics about the most famous acts of the Spectrum and
much more, "God Bless the Spectrum" covers the arena's history up until its closing in 2009,
making it a treasure for those who remember the arena fondly.
iPhone 4S for Dummies, fifth edition
Edward C. Baig and Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus
Wiley
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9781118036716, $24.99, www.wiley.com
The fifth updated edition of iPhone 4S for Dummies provides a fine, full-color detailed guide to
getting the most from an iPhone 4S and teaches all the basics of its use, from managing media
and multitasking to creating music playlists and libraries, locating and downloading the best
apps, managing email and much more. This book covers all the basic interfaces of the iPhone 4S,
packing in screenshots and step-by-step instructions accompanied by sidebars of information.
Any iPhone 4S user will consider this an easy 'must' reference.
Artech House
685 Canton St., Norwood MA 02062
www.artechhouse.com
Elsa Bertino and Kenji Takahashi's IDENTITY MANAGEMENT: CONCEPTS,
TECHNOLOGIES AND SYSTEMS (1608070395, $99.00) provides a fine survey of digital
identity and its protection, offering designers, managers and any involved in business security a
fine technical survey of current trends and directions in identity management. From best practices
to the latest research findings, this addresses many challenges involved in the protection process,
teaching systems and basic concepts key to employing more effective information security.
College-level collections strong in technology security and set-up need this. College-level
collections strong in engineering and transport systems also need Umit Ozguner, Tankut
Acarman and Keith Redmill's AUTONOMOUS GROUND VEHICLES (1608079128, $129.00).
It provides professionals involved in the transportation industry with a fine review of
technologies in transportation, from sensors and estimation to technologies needed to perceive
vehicle motions and objects. The components that make autonomous vehicle behavior possible
are surveyed in chapters covering everything from vehicle-to-vehicle communications to sensor
fusion, antilock braking systems, and more. Charts, diagrams, and technical explanations make
this a winning guide for any professional or college-level transportation section.
The Nerdist Way
Chris Hardwick
Berkeley Publishing
c/o Penguin Group USA
375 Hudson St., New York NY 10014
9780425243541, $24.95, www.penguin.com
THE NERDIST WAY; HOW TO REACH THE NEXT LEVEL (IN REAL LIFE) comes from a
blogger whose podcast is one of the top 10 most downloaded on iTunes, whose blog gains 1.3
million page views per month, and who has founded Nerdist.com. Here he provides a
productivity book for nerds on how to live up to their Nerd potential and how to benefit from
anxieties and mistakes by embracing their gifts. Humor and autobiography permeate a survey
that's a productivity guide for fellow nerds on how to live up to their potential. Empowerment
and humor combine in a fine, revealing guide!
Someone Else's Twin
Nancy L. Segal
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2197
9781616144371, $25.00, www.prometheusbooks.com
SOMEONE ELSE'S TWIN; THE TRUE STORY OF BABIES SWITCHED AT BIRTH tells of
identical twins born in Spain's Canary Islands. When one is unintentionally switched at birth with
another infant in the baby nursery, the two grow up separated - and Dr. Nancy L. Segal, herself a
twin, describes the consequences of this accidental separation. The twins grew up never knowing
the truth about their birth and their parents had no idea the switch had happened. Only when one
twin was confused for the other during a chance encounter did the two finally meet at nearly
thirty years of age. The psychology of twins joins with this case history to provide a riveting
account
Thames and Hudson
500 - 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
www.thamesandhudsonusa.com
Michael Petry's THE ART OF NOT MAKING: THE NEW ARTIST/ARTISAN
RELATIONSHIP (9780500238820, $50.00) uses examples from a range of media to provide the
art of over a hundred modern artists who employ others to produce art on their behalf. These
artists provide the initial vision but use others to produce the technical results. But what happens
to ownership, copyright and artistic claims when such collaboration happens? This book
considers everything from originality to ownership and skills as it considers the relationship
between artists and fabricators, making for a unique examination perfect for any modern arts
library. Tim Richardson's FUTURESCAPES; DESIGNERS FOR TOMORROW'S OUTDOOR
SPACES (9780500515778, $60.00) offers a collection curated by one of the world's leading
critics of modern landscape design and features over fifty international design studios whose
practices reflect innovation and the latest garden design perspectives. A range of readers, from
gardeners to urban planners and landscape designers, will find this filled with inspiration for a
wide variety of outdoor spaces that answer concurrent issues of usage and global climate change.
Corporate and individual spaces are surveyed in a catalog recommended for any landscape design
library.
The Audiobook Shelf
The Obamas
Jodi Kantor, author
Robin Miles, narrator
Hachette Audio
237 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10017
9781611139730 $34.98 www.hachettebookgroupusa.com
Featuring a bonus interview with author and New York Times correspondent Jodi Kantor, The
Obamas is an examination of how Barack Obama and Michelle Obama struggled to adapt to life
in the White House, after Barack Obama won the 2008 presidential election. Living in the White
House was isolating, disorienting, and completely changed how people interacted with them -
even seemingly minor matters such as who does the President's laundry became a potential
minefield. Partisan bickering especially seeped into their daily lives. An extraordinary
perspective on the challenges, difficulties, and compromises Obamas have faced as well as the
adaptations they have made to incomparable pressures from all sides, The Obamas strives to
present an objective picture of the First Couple's interpersonal triumphs and failings alike. Highly
recommended. 10 CDs, 12 hours.
Elizabeth the Queen
Sally Bedell Smith, author
Rosalyn Landor, narrator
Random House Audio Books
c/o The Random House Publishing Group
1745 Broadway, 8th floor
New York, NY 10019
9780307934178 $45.00 www.randomhouse.com
Elizabeth the Queen is the unabridged audiobook rendition of an in-depth biography of Queen
Elizabeth II. From a wealth of interviews and documents, some never previously available to the
public, biographer and contributing editor of "Vanity Fair" Sally Bedell Smith paints a complex
picture of the Queen who has led the Commonwealth through wars, economic upheavals, and
more with incomparable poise. An unforgettably detailed look into the public and private life of a
truly extraordinary woman, Elizabeth the Queen is a "must-have" for public library audiobook
and biography collections. 17 CDs, 21 1/2 hours.
The House I Loved
Tatiana de Rosnay, author
Kate Reading, narrator
Macmillan Audio
175 Fifth Avenue, Suite 315
New York, NY 10010
9781427214850 $29.99 www.macmillanaudio.com
The House I Loved is the audiobook rendition of a historical novel by the bestselling author of
"Sarah's Key" (which received a critically acclaimed film adaptation). Set in Paris during the
1860s, when Emperor Napoleon III has ordered a mass-scale renovation in Paris that is razing
and replacing a large number of historic buildings, The House I Loved follows a courageous
woman named Rose Bazelet who stands steadfast against the destruction of her own home.
Waiting defiantly in her basement, she writes letters to her dearly beloved, late husband. In the
process of remembering the past, she comes to terms with the deepest secrets she has hidden
within her own heart. An emotional, poignant story of adoration, loss, and bravery, The House I
Loved is an unforgettable listening experience, and highly recommended. 5 CDs, 6 hours.
A Shropshire Lad
A.E. Housman, author
Samuel West, narrator
Naxos of America, Inc.
1810 Columbia Avenue, Suite 28
Franklin, TN 37064
9781843794905 $14.98 www.naxosaudiobooks.com
Read aloud by veteran actor Samuel West, A Shropshire Lad is the audiobook rendition of
classic poems by A.E. Housman. Originally written in 1895, A Shropshire Lad speaks of bygone
love, squandered youth, rifts among friends, unfaithful girls, the bonds between men and the
hardships and glories of being a soldier. A Shropshire Lad spoke so vividly to servicemen
throughout the generations, particularly those who fought in World War I, that it has never been
out of print, and is worthy of the highest recommendation for both private and public library
audiobook collections. 1 CD, 64 min. 3 sec.
My Little Town: Stories from Lake Wobegon
Garrison Keillor
Highbridge Audio Books
201 Sixth Street SE, Suite 220
Minneapolis, MN 55414
9781611745504 $29.95 www.highbridgeaudio.com
My Little Town: Stories from Lake Wobegon is the audiobook collection of 18 tales from the
widely beloved radio show "A Prairie Home Companion", chronicling the daily lives and trials of
salt-of-the-earth folk, including Pastor and Mrs. Ingqvist's departure from Lake Wobegon and the
coming of Pastor Liz. Garrison Keillor's wonderful brand of folksy charm distinguishes this
nostalgic series that cherishes hard work and country culture. A treat for anyone who has every
enjoyed "A Prairie Home Companion", My Little Town is sure to prove a popular pick especially
for public library audiobook collections. 3 CDs, 3 1/2 hours.
How Great Is Your God
Bill Dewees, narrator
Worthy Publishing
c/o Oasis Audio
289 Main Place
Carol Stream, IL 60188
9781598599978 $12.99 www.oasisaudio.com
How Great Is Your God: Classic Writings from History's Greatest Christian Thinkers in
Contemporary English is the unabridged rendition of 365 daily devotional readings from every
century and an immense variety of different traditions within the Christian faith. Quotes from
great and pious people including C.S. Lewis, John Calvin, Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, Martin
Luther, John Wesley, and many more fill this inspirational and motivational anthology. Writings
from the earliest Christians are presented in modern English, making the wisdom of How Great
Is Your God fully accessible to listeners of all backgrounds. An excellent choice for private
spiritual reflection. 2 MP3 discs.
Oath of Office
Michael Palmer, author
Robert Petkoff, narrator
Macmillan Audio
175 Fifth Avenue, Suite 315
New York, NY 10010
9781427209955 $39.99 www.macmillanaudio.com
Oath of Office is a chilling novel of suspense, intrigue, and murder by bestselling author Michael
Palmer. When troubled physician Dr. John Meacham embarks on a shooting rampage,
slaughtering his associate, staff, and two patients before killing himself, Dr. Lou Welcome is
blamed for the tragedy. Welcome had counseled Meacham for years when Meacham's medical
license was suspended, and worked exhaustively to get Meacham's license returned. Disturbed by
the tragedy, Welcome tries to understand what could have driven Meacham to such deadly
lengths, and gradually uncovers a ruthless conspiracy pointing to the White House itself. A tense,
driven story from beginning to end, Oath of Office is an excellent choice for mystery lovers and
is sure to be a popular pick in public library audiobook collections. 8 CDs, 10.5 hours.
Kill Switch
Neal Baer and Jonathan Greene, authors
Bernadette Dunne, narrator
Blackstone Audiobooks
PO Box 969
Ashland, OR 97520
9781455126217 $76.00 www.BlackstoneAudio.com
Kill Switch is the unabridged audiobook adaptation of a suspenseful crime thriller. Claire Waters
is a forensic psychologist with a knack for working with some of the most remorseless killers in
the psychiatric wing of New York City's Rikers Island. She begins to lose her professional
composure in dealing with Quimby, and makes mistakes that leave her vulnerable. A homicidal
maniac is stalking the streets of New York and has her in his sights, in this gripping,
edge-of-one's seat novel that will keep listeners hooked until the very end. Public library
collections will find Kill Switch a popular pick! 8 CDs, 9 hours.
Trifles
Starring Jeanie Hackett and Amy Madigan
Susan Glaspell
L.A. Theatre Works
681 Venice Boulevard
Venice, CA 90291
9781580818346 $12.95 www.latw.org
Trifles is the full-cast audio performance of a feminist one-act play originally written by Susan
Glaspell in 1916, based on a real-life murder case that she reported for the Des Moines News.
The drama unfolds as a woman is accused of strangling her husband; as the investigation unfolds,
it reveals the inherent problems of an era when women were considered to be little more than the
husband's property - mere trifles, as it were. The expert acting of the cast brings a vivid, realistic
dimension to this modern classic, highly recommended especially for college and public library
audiobook collections. 1 CD, 29 min.
Galaxy in Flames
Ben Counter, author
Martyn Ellis, narrator
The Black Library
c/o BL Publishing
1525 Hulse Road, Unit 1
Pt. Pleasant, NJ 08742
9781849700955 $29.95 www.blacklibrary.com
Galaxy in Flames: The Heresy Revealed is the abridged audiobook rendition of an epic tale of
brutal, galaxy-spanning conflict set in the enduringly popular Warhammer 40,000 science fiction
wargaming and role-playing universe. Once a legend among the Imperial forces, Warmaster
Horus has changed allegiance to inhumanly dark powers, razing a rebel planet with virus bomb
and betraying the Space Marines - this is only the beginning of The Horus Heresy. A handful of
Space Marine warriors, including Garviel Loken and Saul Tarvitz, must struggle desperately to
not only survive, but also inform Terra of the Warmaster's treachery. Violent, shocking, and
vividly exciting, Galaxy in Flames is an excellent introduction to Warhammer's dark universe
especially ideal for connoisseurs of military fantasy and science fiction. 5 CDs, 6 hours.
Random House Audio Books
c/o The Random House Publishing Group
1745 Broadway, 8th floor, New York, NY 10019
www.randomhouseaudio.com
John Grisham's THE LITIGATORS (9780307943194, $45.00) is narrated by Dennis Boutsikaris,
who has won awards for his vocal style and who here spices the thriller revolving around two
partners in a tiny law firm always searching for their big break in the legal world. Their chance
arrives in the form of a young, burned-out attorney who walks away from his career and winds up
on the doorstep of Finley and Figg, bringing with him a case that could change all their lives. A
fine legal drama evolves, perfect for any lending library strong in audio thrillers. Bill Clinton's
BACK TO WORK (9780307990693, $30.00) is narrated by Clinton himself and provides a
powerful set of views on the challenges facing the U.S. today. From how we got into our current
economic crisis to specific ideas on how to get people back to work and restore manufacturing,
this is filled with candid observations and hope that adopts a nonpartisan stance in its survey.
Tom Brokaw's THE TIME OF OUR LIVES: A CONVERSATION ABOUT AMERICA
(9780739341049, $35.00) is narrated by the author and comes from a New York Times best-
selling writer who here considers how to recapture the American dream. The values and lessons
of generations past come into play as Brokaw tells of Americans who are making a difference,
and provides stories form his own family history to engage in discussions about this country and
its future. Any general audio collection will find this a winner! Lee Lipsenthal, MD narrates his
own ENJOY EVERY SANDWICH; LIVING EACH DAY AS IF IT WERE YOUR LAST
(9780307969903, $27.50), and comes from a medical director who has helped thousands of
patients overcome fears of pain and death. His own encounter with cancer only reinforced his
perspectives and approaches, presented here to provide inspiration and peace to audio listeners
looking for inspirational or self-improvement paths. Judy Collins' SWEET JUDY BLUE EYES
(9780307941329, $35.00) includes five original bonus songs written and performed by the
author, who narrates her own autobiography of her life as a folk legend. From her love affair with
Stephen Stills to her alcoholism and her music industry fame, SWEET JUDY BLUE EYES
provides a rich survey of not just her personal evolution, but the rise of folk music in the
industry. A 'must' for any folk music fan. Ronald Kessler's THE SECRETS OF THE FBI
(9780307914255, $35.00) receives a fine narration by actor and musician Michael Bybee, who
enlivens a survey based on access to hundreds of current and former FBI agents. Collections
strong in modern journalism will find this investigates the FBI's involvements in citizen affairs,
providing a fine history of their most public cases and behind-the-scenes events. Robin Sachs
adds a seasoned voice to spark life and thrilling tension to Jo Nesbo's THE LEOPARD
(9780307917607, $45.00) Two young women found murdered in Oslo involve Inspector Harry
Hole, who has just returned to Norway after years in hiding from his profession, to attend to his
dying father. When he learns of the ongoing murders and the lack of clues he decides to re-enter
the investigative world, there to find clues to his own past, recovery, and dangerous future. A fine
gripping novel of tension springs to life in audio! P.D. James' DEATH COMES TO
PEMBERLEY (9780449011157, $40.00) pairs narrator Rosalyn Landor, who holds many TV
narrative performance credits, with a powerful mystery writer to bring to life characters of Jane
Austen's novel PRIDE AND PREJUDICE. It's 1803, years after Elizabeth and Darcy left for a
life together at Pemberley, when a ball is shattered by a murder. Pemberley is immersed in
trouble in this vivid story of murder and too many possible suspects.
Hachette Audio
237 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10017-0010
www.hachetteaudio.com
Anthony Horowitz's THE HOUSE OF SILK: A SHERLOCK HOLMES NOVEL
(9781611136890, $29.98) is narrated by Sir Derek Jacobi, one of the UK's most distinguished
modern actors who made his name performing on stage and screen. His narration brings to life a
vivid account set in 1800s London as a fine arts dealer visits Sherlock and Dr. Watson to seek
their help: help that will draw the two into international espionage and danger. This vivid
mystery is recommended for any mystery audio collection. Shaquille O'Neal' works with Jackie
MacMullan in SHAQ UNCUT: MY STORY (978161135756, $34.98), providing a powerful
autobiography powered by HBO narrator Dion Graham, an Audie award winning actor and
narrator. It provides a lively account of Shaq's life on and off the court, pairing candid comments
about teammates, coaches and games with a survey of how he became a basketball great. Any
enthusiast of Shaq's playing will find this a winner! Eric Weiner's MAN SEEKS GOD: MY
FLIRTATIONS WITH THE DIVINE (9781611139815, $29.98) is narrated by the author, who
adds a fine tone of insight and reflection to his story of a health scare that leads him to re-
examine his relationship with God. The author was a longtime 'spiritual voyeur' but never applied
spiritual concepts to his own life: faced with his own mortality, he embarks on a worldwide
exploration of religions. His story is vivid, personal and spiritual and will enhance any
spirituality or general audio collection. James Patterson and Jill Dembowski's WITCH &
WIZARD: THE FIRE (9781611139853, $22.98) benefits from a dual narration by Elijah Wood
and Spencer Locke, who have TV and film credits to their name, and provides a fantasy of a
different nature. The blend of fantasy and thriller worked well in the prior Witch & Wizard tales
and continues here, where a battle against evil led by two siblings' magic is coming to a head. An
ultimate showdown is coming: one which will transform the world no matter what the outcome.
Prior fans of WITCH & WIZARD will find this a satisfyingly thrilling addition that comes to life
in audio.
Brilliance Audio
PO Box 887, Grand Haven, MI 49417
www.brillianceaudio.com
Tom Clancy with Mark Greaney's LOCKED ON (9781455865796, $39.99) presents a vivid
performance by award-winning actor and director Lou Diamond Phillips and offers a fine
politically-charged novel revolving around Jack Ryan Jr, who has trained to become a field
operative in anti-terrorist intelligence circles as his father campaigns for re-election as President
of the U.S. When an enemy launches his own campaign to discredit him by connecting him to a
killing in the past, it's up to Jack Ryan Jr. and friends to battle terrorism on many different levels.
An outstanding novel of espionage evolves! Joel C. Rosenberg's THE TEHRAN INITIATIVE
(1423379373, $36.99) receives a fine narration by Christopher Lane, who has narrated over 100
audiobooks and whose voice lends high drama to this fictional story with so much basis in fact
that it seems like the modern news. Here Iran has just conducted its first atomic weapons test and
Muslims around the world are convinced their messiah has arrived on earth. A nuclear attack is
eminent, along with the annihilation of Israel - and the White House worries Israel will strike
first. It's up to CIA operative David Shirazi and his team to sabotage Iran's nuclear warheads first
in this gripping thriller. Dean Koontz's DARKNESS UNDER THE SUN (9781455808069,
$14.99) receives a fine, vivid performance by Steven Weber and reveals a turning point in the life
of one Mr. Blackwood. A killer has perfected the art of hunting down prey - but has not yet
perfected his technique. This story of how he learns his darkness makes for a gripping saga
perfect for any suspense audio
collection!
The Travel Shelf
Discover Europe
Lonely Planet Publications
150 Linden Street
Oakland CA 94607
9781742201313, $27.99, www.lonelyplanet.com
Europe has so much to see that it can all prove quite overwhelming. "Discover Europe:
Experience the Best of Europe" is a travel guide that seeks to give potential travelers a historic
visit to Europe that will help them embrace the strong history that lies behind it. Chapters
breakdown the British Isles, the Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, Greece, Europe, and the best
of Eastern Europe. "Discover Europe" is a comprehensive and thoughtful guide for those who
want to plain an excellent stay in Europe, be it in one country or all throughout.
Costa Rica
Christopher P. Baker
Avalon Travel
1700 Fourth Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
9781598807837, $21.99, www.moon.com
Why should one embrace Costa Rica over the other sunny nations of Latin America? "Costa
Rica" is a travel guide from Christopher P. Baker as he presents why, exploring how one can
make a vacation to Costa Rica a relaxing experience that one would never forget. Restaurants,
lodgings, sights to be seen, things to do, and so much more, "Costa Rica" is an ideal guide for
those who are trying to choose a vacation that will stay with them for years to come.
The Best Women's Travel Writing 2011
Lavinia Spalding, Editor
Travelers' Tales
853 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
9781609520120, $18.95, www.travelerstales.com
The Best Women's Travel Writing 2011 provides true stories of women's travel experiences
around the world and is a top pick for any travel library. From Elvis presence in Cuba to a
woman's experience of the World Testicle Cooking Championship, these are diverse and
powerful travel tributes that celebrate experience, cultural encounters, and unusual locales and
choices. The contributors have been to some remarkable places and seen remarkable things: now
the armchair reader looking for a literary collection of these experience can relish the 'you are
there' feel of this gathering, which will appeal to any travel or women's collection.
Lonely Planet Publications
150 Linden Street, Oakland CA 94607
www.lonelyplanet.com
CENTRAL EUROPE (9781741796827, $29.99) by Lisa Dunford, et.al. combines the
experiences of eight authors into a consideration of the different countries of Central Europe and
how to best tour within and between them. Chapters provide insights on festivals, include over a
hundred small maps, and reveals the social, political and tourist attractions of each country, in
detail. Destination-bound European visitors will find it a perfect travel planners. Also key to
take-along toting is WESTERN EUROPE (9781741796797, $29.99) by Ryan Ver Berkmoes,
et.al, and Tom Masters, et.al.'s EASTERN EUROPE (9781741796759, $29.99), pairing the
contributions of numerous expert authors with a country-by-country survey of Western and
Eastern European attractions. From where to eat and where to stay on a budget to cultural 'must
see' attractions, these cover the byways and highways throughout the entire region and are top
picks for any independent traveler's collection. CARIBBEAN ISLANDS by Ryan Ver Berkmoes
(9781741794540, $24.99) covers 65 islands in the Caribbean, comes from 13 contributing expert
authors, and packs in research and tips for enjoying many beaches and locales throughout the
islands. Both greater- and lesser-known regions are covered in a guide packed with small maps
and insights on how to get the most from a Caribbean vacation. Lonely Planet's BEST IN
TRAVEL 2012 (9781742203058, $14.99) provides a fine survey of the best places to go and
things to do in the world, ranking the top 10 countries and regions to visit in 2012 and discussing
the 'best travel experiences' available. Over 35 events are mapped by month and outline major
events, prices, and byways that the traveler might not ordinary think of. A 'must' for any would-
be world traveler.
Einstein on the Road
Josef Eisinger
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2197
9781616144616, $25.00, www.prometheusbooks.com
EINSTEIN ON THE ROAD offers a rare consideration of Einstein not as a scientist, but as a
world traveler, and gathers writings about his wide-reaching travels. At the height of his fame
Einstein traveled around the world, between 1922 ands 1933, and kept travel diaries recording
his experiences. EINSTEIN ON THE ROAD draws heavily from these diaries and because
they've never been published in their entirety, they serve as a powerful document of not just his
observations, but his involvement with the politics and social and cultural experiences of other
countries. Many may choose this for the Einstein name, anticipating a scientific discussion; but
any interested in travel will find it inviting.
The Computer Shelf
Web Development Recipes
Susannah Davidson Pfalzer
Pragmatic Programmers
P.O. Box 293325
Lewisville, TX 75029-3325
9781934356838, $35.00, www.pragprog.com
Internet development much catch eyes and stand the abuse of thousands. "Web Development
Recipes" is a guide for those who are charged with developing modern websites which must go
beyond a webpage with simply text and images. From making something work across many
browser styles, use Web 2.0 elements, testing your website, understanding the many languages
that blend together, "Web Development Recipes" is a must for anyone who wants a
comprehensive lesson in understanding the modern art of website design.
Experimental Design
Douglas W. Cunningham & Christian Wallraven
CRC Press
6000 NW Broken Sound Parkway NW, Suite 300
Boca Raton, FL 33487
9781568814681, $59.95, www.crcpress.com
Computer graphics are a fundamentally important aspect of on-line communication. The
collaborative work of Douglas W. Cunningham and Christian Wallraven "Experimental Design:
From User Studies to Psychophysics" is a 408-page compendium that examines in detail every
aspect of how users both perceive and interpret computer graphic imagery. The data that is
presented and interpreted represents a seminal contribution to the field of Computer Science.
Enhanced with the inclusion of an extensive bibliography and a comprehensive index,
"Experimental Design" is an ideal textbook and a critically important addition to academic
library Computer Science instructional reference collections.
Epic Win for Anonymous
Cole Stryker
The Overlook Press
141 Wooster Street
New York, NY 10012
9781590207109, $25.95, www.overlookpress.com
Anonymous can prove difficult to understand given their well...anonymous nature. "Epic Win for
Anonymous: How 4Chan's Army Conquered the Web" discusses the rise of the hacktivism
group, and how it spiraled out from the unique community of 4chan, tracing its ancestry
throughout internet communities as a whole. They have gained recent mainstream notoriety
surrounding WikiLeaks and major security breaches, as Web culture critic Cole Stryker does well
in giving a unique introspective on 4chan and much more. "Epic Win for Anonymous" is a much
recommended pick for anyone who wants to gain a greater understanding on the growing
presence of online culture.
Mahout in Action
Sean Owen, et.al.
Manning
Box 261, Shelter Island, NY 11964
1935182684, $44.99, www.manning.com
Mahout in Action covers all the basics of Mahout, Apache's open source machine learning
project, and teaches the basics of how to use the program to apply machine learning techniques to
other projects. Real-world applications serve as examples for customizing and tailoring Mahout,
discussing logical clusters, group data, filters and more. Developers familiar with Java will be the
audience for this in-depth coverage.
Photoshop Elements 10 All-in-One for Dummies
Barbara Obermeier and Ted Padova
John Wiley
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9781118107393, $39.99, www.wiley.com
Photoshop Elements 10 All-in-One for Dummies tells how to bring out the best in photos using
the latest features of Photoshop Elements 10. From using the basic features of the program to
understanding color modes, resolution and makeovers at all levels, this offers color visual screen
shots and examples throughout, provides step-by-step instructions, and offers easy methods for
fixing photos and repairing mistakes. It's a recommendation for photography as well as computer
collections, and the full color examples make for a captivating, interesting format.
Addison Wesley
c/o Pearson Technology Group
801 East 96th Street, #300
Indianapolis, IN 46240-3759
www.informit.com/awss
The second updated edition of Nick Rozanski and Eoin Woods's SOFTWARE SYSTEMS
ARCHITECTURE: WORKING WITH STAKEHOLDERS USING VIEWPOINTS AND
PERSPECTIVES (032171833X, $59.99) is for any serious software engineering collection and
teachers how to design an architecture that balances different needs. From scenarios to validate
this architecture to documenting architecture, this updated second edition includes new standards
and developments, updating much of the content. Diagrams and charts illustrate viewpoints,
models, points of consistency across the models, and more. Adriaan de Jonge's ESSENTIAL
APP ENGINE: BUILDING HIGH-PERFORMANCE JAVA APPS WITH GOOGLE APP
ENGINE (032174263X, $39.99) joins others in the 'Developer's Library' series and shows Java
developers how to build complex cloud applications using Google App Engine. It uses a start-to-
finish case study filled with Java example code to show how to create applications that respond
swiftly, discussing technical setup, design, and improving browser performance. A fine technical
survey recommended for any developer working with cloud solutions and implementation.
Parallel Programming with Microsoft Visual Studio 2010
Donis Marshall
Microsoft Press
c/o O'Reilly & Associates, Inc.
1005 Gravenstein, Hwy N.
Sebastopol, CA 95472-2811
9780735640603, $34.99, www.microsoft.com/mspress
Parallel Programming with Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 includes access to an online book and
practice files as it surveys the basics of parallel programming methods. From applying parallel
programming techniques to increase application speed to performing data queries and using
concurrent collections in Framework 4, this uses a step-by-step tutorial approach including plenty
of screen shots and diagrams, and is a pick for any involved in learning parallel
programming.
O'Reilly
1005 Gravenstein, Hwy N.
Sebastopol, CA 95472-2811
www.oreilly.com
Preston Gralla's DROID X2: THE MISSING MANUAL (9781449396862, $19.99) offers the
basics of getting organized and navigating the Web using the Droid X2. From syncing DroidX2
with Outlook, using it for Facebook and Twitter, and shooting photos to handling video and
connecting to Google maps to get directions, this offers step-by-step surveys of the X2's basic
features and is a 'must' for any X2 owner - especially since any in-depth owner's manuals for the
new phones are fairly non-existent. Dustin Boswell and Trevor Foucher's THE ART OF
READABLE CODE: SIMPLE AND PRACTICAL TECHNIQUES FOR WRITING BETTER
CODE (9780596802295, $34.99) is for any software developer's library and provides a fine
survey of basic principles and applications used by any who write code. From code examples
from different languages to how to simplify code, this offers a different and easier approach to
refining programs and is a pick for any software programmer. J.D. Biersdorfer's IPAD2: THE
MISSING MANUAL (9781449316167, $24.99) is a 'must' for any owner of the iPad2 who want
to do more than fumble through its many enhanced applications. From building a media library
and handling email to using the built-in Twitter and storing information on the Cloud, this comes
from an iPad expert who provides clear and step-by-step coverage of all of the iPad's new
capabilities. A 'must' for any who would use the iPad2's applications! Tim O'Reilly and Sarah
Milstein's THE TWITTER BOOK (9781449314200, $19.99) appears in its second updated
edition to teach all the basics of Twitter and its applications. It's co-written by two acknowledged
Twitter experts and packs in examples on how to use Twitter to connect with customers and
friends, addressing the special limitations and challenges of Twitter and how to remain powerful
and effective in its environment. Standard features and new options alike are covered in a fine
guide. Eleica White's MAKING EMBEDDED SYSTEMS (9781449302146, $39.99) provides a
fine survey of embedded systems and teaches the basics of good development practices in
constructing them. From updating embedded code directly in the processor to building a small
scheduler, combining peripherals and communications, and handling outputs, inputs and timers,
this includes charts and illustrations throughout. Developers will consider this a fine step-by-step
approach!
Programming Concurrency on the JVM
Venkat Subramaniam
Pragmatic Programmers
P.O. Box 293325, Lewisville, TX 75029-3325
9781934356760, $35.00, www.pragprog.com
Programming Concurrency on the JVM teaches the basics of programming concurrency and
discusses and contrasts a range of concurrency styles to allow readers to thoroughly understand
their pros, cons and applications. Hands-on exercises teach the basics of concurrency
programming and apply these basics to real-world scenarios, while discussions survey concurrent
models and the special challenges inherent in JVM languages. Java programmers both
experienced and new will find this a key reference.
Build Your Own ASP.Net 4 Website Using C# & VB, fourth edition
Cristian Darie, et.al.
Sitepoint
1829 Market Street, Suite 202
San Francisco CA 94103
9780987090867, $44.95, www.sitepoint.com
Build Your Own ASP.Net 4 Website Using C# & VB is packed with examples and code samples
in C# and VB and appears in a fourth updated edition to help users get an ASP.NET website up
and running. From setting up free software needed for ASP.NET to learning the types of code
that can apply to future projects, this walks users through best practice techniques and provides
working code for a website. A fine pick for any website programmer and collections catering to
them.
The Sports Shelf
Cyclopedia
William Fotheringham
Chicago Review Press
814 N. Franklin, Chicago, IL 60610
9781569768174, $25.00, www.chicagoreviewpress.com
A childhood hobby can turn into something much bigger. "Cyclopedia: It's All About the Bike" is
a comprehensive discussion of all things cycling from William Fotheringham, as he guides
readers through all there is to learn surrounding the history of cycling and the technology and
culture that has risen up all around it. "Cyclopedia" is an excellent pick for anyone with a love of
cycling and wants to learn much more on top of it all, or for general community library sports
collections.
Manly Art
George Kimball
McBooks Press, Inc.
520 North Meadow Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
9781590135716 $24.95 www.mcbooks.com
Manly Art is a collection of boxing-related commentaries, criticism, reporting, and analysis
written by award-winning sports journalist George Kimball over the past ten years. Specific
writings analyze the victories and losses of great boxers of the past as well as competitive boxers
of the present, including Muhammad Ali, George Foreman, Manny Pacquiao, Oscar de la Hoya,
Diego Corrales, and many more. An especial treat for boxing fans, Manly Art also offers sports
scholars a multifaceted perspective of modern-day boxing's evolution. Highly
recommended.
Complete Conditioning for Football
Pat Ivey & Josh Stoner
Human Kinetics Publishers, Inc.
PO Box 5076
Champaign, IL 61820-5076
9780736093194, $24.95, www.HumanKinetics.com
Football players need to be able to give and take hits on the field, while roaring down the field
with the ball. "Complete Conditioning for Football" discusses the peak level of fitness one needs
to successfully play football at a professional level. Football requires a certain level of resilience
that is unlike any other sport, and authors Pat Ivey & Josh Stoner walk readers through the detail
of the fitness program that must be dealt with. With a bonus DVD that demonstrates the training
protocol gridiron players face, "Complete Conditional for Football" is a must for anyone who
thinks they may have what it takes or simply wants to understand the peak physical condition
needed.
The Grads are Playing Tonight!
M. Ann Hall
University of Alberta Press
Ring House 2
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6G 2E1
9780888656026, $29.95, www.uap.ualberta.ca
When a team wins 95% of its games, it earns a certain place in sports history. "The Grads are
Playing Tonight! The Story of the Edmonton Commercial Graduates Basketball Club" discusses
the domination by the Edmonton Grads for a quarter century under the guidance of J. Percy Page.
Not only winning championships, the traveled the world to continue their domination. "The
Grads are Playing Tonight!" is a strongly recommended pick for those who want to learn of a
lesser spoken of part of sports and basketball history.
Gliding for Gold
Mark Denny
Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 N. Charles St., Baltimore MD 21218
1421402157, $30.00, www.press.jhu.edu
GLIDING FOR GOLD: THE PHYSICS OF WINTER SPORTS is listed as a science book but is
recommended equally for science and sports collections alike. It discusses the physical properties
of ice, snow, and their effect on friction, drag, and sports endeavors. From snowboarding to
curling and skating, this places physics explanations in the world of sports and offers fans and
competitors alike a solid understanding of the physics of sports.
Human Kinetics Press
Box 5076, Champaign, IL 61825-5076
www.humankinetics.com
Ming Li, et.al, Editors' INTERNATIONAL SPORT MANAGEMENT (0736082735, $84.00)
offers the first comprehensive textbook devoted to the organization, governance and cross-
cultural context of modern sport at the international level, and is a pick for serious college-level
coaches and sports libraries. It assembles contributors from around the world to discuss
international sport management, offering managers understanding of intercultural influences on
the field. Global issues and common challenges sport managers face make for a fine approach to
sporting management. Frederic Delavier and Michael Gundill's DELAVIER'S CORE
TRAINING ANATOMY (1450413994, $21.95) packs in over 100 exercises and 60 programs for
abs and core training, using over 450 color photos and illustrations to illustrate its exercises and
routines. The illustrations focus on how the muscles interact with skeletal structures and joints
and interact well with the Delavier training methods, with opposing pages contrasting step-by-
step photos of exercise routines with anatomical translations in facing pages. A top pick for any
sports trainer's library! Frederic Delavier's DELAVIER'S STRETCHING ANATOMY
(9781405413985, $21.95) packs in over 250 four-color photos and 300 illustrations and provides
programs to increase flexibility, muscle tone, and more. Each exercise includes step-by-step
instruction for the stretch and variations on the theme, including anatomical illustration of
movement. Stretches for each body region make this an invaluable reference. Any involved in
sports events will find the in-depth reference SECURITY MANAGEMENT FOR SPORTS AND
SPECIAL EVENTS: AN INTERAGENCY APPROACH TO CREATING SAFE FACILITIES
by Stacey A. Hall, et.al. (0736071326, $49.00) to be a winner. It provides a systematic approach
to stadium and venue security issues and addresses a range of threats, from terrorism and natural
disasters to crowd control. Any sport manager will find this explains event security and outlines
all the processes and procedures to assuring an arena is safe. Best practices, tips for coordinating
staff, law enforcement and more contribute to a fine survey! Lorin A. Cartwright and William A.
Pitney's FUNDAMENTALS OF ATHLETIC TRAINING (0736083731, $69.00) appears in its
third updated edition to explain basic concepts in athletic training, reviewing injuries commonly
encountered by certified trainers and offering assessment and training tips geared to high school
student athletics. This covers the latest research and applications in athletic training and adds
new and updated topics from handling more than one injury simultaneously to facility design and
equipment maintenance. It expands instructor materials and adds online access to the guide, with
chapter wrap-ups covering key terms, review questions, and more. The second updated edition of
YOGA ANATOMY by Leslie Kaminoff and Amy Matthews (9781450400244, $19.95) provides
an expanded, updated edition of a best-selling guide and comes from two yoga teachers who
combine anatomy and evolutionary theory with yoga practices. Color illustrations throughout
provide visual embellishment of all the poses and survey their corresponding anatomical
structure. Any collection strong in yoga anatomy needs this vivid text. END BACK AND NECK
PAIN (9780736095280, $19.95) by Vincent Fortanasce, et.al. joins the latest research with
applications that have been proven to alleviate neck and back pain. Chapters review lifestyle-
related influences on developing chronic neck and back pain, offering self-tests, insights on
actions that contribute to pain, and how to pair selected exercises to specific areas of the spine. It
focuses on different kinds of pain and how to relate this pain to different areas of the spine and
different causes, considering options for treatment and home-therapy applications. A 'must' for
any who would embark on a self-care plan supporting physician treatments.
The Gaming Shelf
Robotech The New Generation Sourcebook
Irvin Jackson
Palladium Books, Inc.
39074 Webb Court
Westland, MI 48185
9781574571783 $16.95 www.palladiumbooks.com
Robotech The New Generation Sourcebook is a science fiction resource for creating
pen-and-paper role-playing game adventures set during events of the alien Invid Occupation
during the Third Robotech War, as portrayed in the popular Japanese anime Robotech. The Invid
have transformed Earth into a gigantic factory for creating and harvesting Protoculture; most
humans who are not being used as slaves or experiments are desperately struggling to survive.
Only a few dare to fight back, along with a handful of micronized Zentraedi and Tirolian clones
(all three races are available as player characters). Robotech The New Generation Sourcebook
has the same user-friendly gaming system shared by the Palladium Megaverse, including the
Rifts trans-universe world where literally anything is possible! It should be noted that Robotech
The New Generation Sourcebook is not a stand-alone resource; it's meant to supplement
"Robotech The Shadow Chronicles RPG", which has the core gameplay and gamemaster rules.
Robotech The New Generation Sourcebook features mecha from all Robotech eras; ways to
combine different mecha into "Frankenmecha"; seven new Occupational Character Classes;
weapons, combat vehicles, and gear; game statistics for Invid Hives, Protoculture Farms, and
Genesis pits; Invid mutations; and much more. Robotech The New Generation Sourcebook is an
excellent resource for any gaming group seeking to create their own science-fiction adventures
during Robotech's Invid War, and also for fans of the anime who will enjoy the story analysis of
a classic television series. Of particular interest is the extended description of the mysterious
Invid Regess' history, motives, and purpose - she is a complex figure, far removed from a
two-dimensional villain! Highly recommended.
Cardoza Publishing
5473 South Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89119
www.cardozapub.com 1-800-577-9467
John Gollehon is a successful professional gambler who draws upon his many years of
experience and expertise to author four truly exceptional instructional guides for casino gamers.
"Casino Games" (9781580422932, $12.95) is a 240-page compendium introducing the standard
casino games of Blackjack, Craps, Slots, Video Poker, Baccarat, Roulette, Keno, and Sports
Betting. Of special note are the thoroughly 'user friendly' strategies outlined for winning in each
of these categories of games found in most casinos throughout the country. "What Casinos don't
Want You To Know" (9781580423038, $12.95) presents 160-pages of solid insider information
including three primary traits of professional players, four of the most vulnerable games for
knowledgeable players, the five most commonly committed mistakes by players, and six player
'secrets' of winning. "Conquering Casino Craps" (9781580422970, $12.95) is a 160-page
instructional book covering ever aspect of the casino's most popular dice game. Of special note is
the chapter devoted to identifying 'casino countermeasures' against cheaters that protect both the
honest player and the house. "Commando Craps & Blackjack" (9781580422994, $12.95) is a
144-page handbook comprised of concepts and strategies to be employed when playing (and
winning at) the games Craps or Blackjack at a casino. Of special note is John Gollehon's
strategies for blitzing the tables, his newly revised and updated 'Imperial II' strategy for
Blackjack, and his 'Bomb' strategy for winning at Craps. Each of these very strongly
recommended instructional guides will prove invaluable for the amateur player and have much of
practical value for even the more experienced casino gambler. Also highly recommended is a
visit to the Cardoza Publishing web site at www.cardozapub.com for a complete listing of all
their many and diverse gaming instruction manuals, handbooks, and instructional guides.
Game Physics Pearls
Gino van den Bergen and Dirk Gregorius, Editors
A K Peters, Ltd.
5 Commonwealth Road, Suite 2C
Natick, MA 01760-1526
9781568814742, $59.95, www.akpeters.com
Game Physics Pearls covers the hands-on connection between computer games and physics and
provides college-level audiences in science and gaming with correlations between collision
detection, soft-body simulations and more. Topics introduce physics software for games on PCs
and consoles with articles describing topics and discussing problems and solutions relating to
physics and game applications. A fine, technical guide for any computer programmer or gamer
interested in knowing more about the physics behind sports and games.
The Social Issues Shelf
Bombast: Spinning Atoms In The Desert
Michon Mackedon
Black Rock Institute Press
c/o Black Rock Institute
PO Box 14430, Reno, NV 89507
9780984101436, $30.00, www.amazon.com
From the first atom bomb tests in the salt flats of Nevada down to the present day, nuclear issues
have been an integral part of Nevada's politics, environmental issues, economics, and social
concerns. In "Bombast: Spinning Atoms In The Desert" by Nevadan native and academician
Michon Mackedon is a 236-page compendium laying out the history of how the
military/industrial complex has influenced, deceived, and affected the Atomic Energy
Commission, the Department of Energy, the weaponized and non-military advancement of
nuclear science, the storage of nuclear byproducts, as well as the government and people of
Nevada. Of special note is the chapter devoted to 'Atomic Culture in the Silver State'. Enhanced
with the inclusion of 31 color plates, 15 b/w photographs, 6 illustrations, and extensive
bibliography, and a comprehensive index, "Bombast: Spinning Atoms In The Desert" is
informed, informative, and a highly recommended addition to academic library collections and
contemporary nuclear issues supplemental reading lists.
Thirteen Loops
B.J. Hollars
University of Alabama Press
Box 870380, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0380
0817317538, $24.95, www.uapress.ua.edu
THIRTEEN LOOPS: RACE, VIOLENCE, AND THE LAST LYNCHING IN AMERICA
provides a powerful survey in the story of three innocent victims who suffered violent deaths in
Alabama - as recently as 1981 in Mobile. The 1981 crime was deemed the last lynching in
America - and began a race debate that became a courtroom drama when the United Klans of
America was indicted. The author's research into Alabama's racial and legal systems makes this a
key acquisition for any collection strong in civil rights issues and southern history alike.
Seal Press
1700 - 4th St., Berkeley CA 94710
www.sealpress.com
Michael Kaufman and Michael Kimmel's THE GUY'S GUIDE TO FEMINISM
(9781580053624, $16.00) offers an A-Z reference of nearly a hundred entries written in various
tones and in many forms to consider feminism's changes and how it is improving the lives of not
only women and girls, but men and boys who relate to them. It's a quick, fun reference to
feminism that intends on highlighting the positive aspects of feminist thinking, revealing in
nearly a hundred entries the wide-ranging effects of feminism. A fine guide for any male who
would better understand feminist thought! Jaclyn Friedman's WHAT YOU REALLY REALLY
WANT: THE SMART GIRL'S SHAME-FREE GUIDE TO SEX AND SAFETY
(9781580053440, $17.00) comes from the founder and executive director of Women, Action &
the Media and provides young women with an educational guide to sexuality. From sexual
communication skills and considering different boundaries to uncovering damaging social norms
and refuting negative messages, this is packed with details key to developing social
consciousness. Barbara Kelley and Shannon Kelley's UNDECIDED: HOW TO DITCH THE
ENDLESS QUEST FOR PERFECT AND FIND THE CAREER - AND LIFE - THAT'S RIGHT
FOR YOU (9781580053419, $16.95) provides a guide to careers and choices and is directed to
young women who face a host of employment issues. From blending a career with full-time
motherhood to making the best personal decisions, this provides interviews from academics,
experts and other 'undecided' women to explore the job market and social views of what makes
success.
Universal Rights Down to Earth
Richard Thompson Ford
W.W. Norton
500 - 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
9780393079005, $23.95, www.wwnorton.com
Universal Rights Down to Earth comes from a legal expert who considers the question of
whether universal human rights are working. Most would immediately presume such rights are
working well: but this considers such rights in theory and in application to consider the
assumptions and implications involved in the concept of a 'universal right' - and why these rights
may not be evident. From politics and cost influences to philosophical difficulties in the very
concept and spread of 'universal rights', this provides a fine and detailed argument suitable for
any college-level social issues or civil rights collection.
American Immigrant
Rosalie Pedalino Porter
Transaction Publishers
Rutgers University
35 Berrue Circle, Piscataway, NJ 08854-8042
9781412818353, $39.95, www.transactionpub.com
American Immigrant: My Life in Three Languages offers discussions of immigration policy,
legal and illegal status, and more and blends a memoir of the author's experiences with an
account of her professional activities as a national authority on immigrant education. Her
discussions of bilingualism in public education and her discussions of opportunities for women
and immigrants make for a fine survey that observes changed traditions, evolving new social
paths brought by immigrant experiences, and much more. A fine pick for any collection strong in
bilingualism, immigrant influence, and the social issues other cultures bring to the table.
The Consuming Instinct
Gad Saad
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2119
9781616144296, $25.00, www.prometheusbooks.com
The Consuming Instinct: What Juicy Burgers, Ferraris, Pornography, and Gift Giving Reveal
About Human Nature discusses the underlying scientific basis for consumer behavior patterns
and comes from the founder of a new field called 'evolutionary consumption' that draws links
between biology and consumer actions. Most acts of consumption can be mapped onto four key
Darwinian drives: this book considers the biological basis for buying and shows how marketing
and advertising plays right into this basic primal psychology. Business and science collections as
well as social issues libraries will find this fascinating.
The Islamic Studies Shelf
Ghazali on the Principles of Islamic Spirituality
Aaron Spevack
Skylight Paths Publishing
Sunset Farms Offices, Route 4
PO Box 237
Woodstock, VT 05091
9781594732843, $18.99, www.skylightpaths.com
Islamic spirituality can be a trying thing in the modern day. "Ghazali on the Principles of Islamic
Spirituality" is a translated and annotated study of the work of this eleventh century Islamic
scholar who discussed much fo the faith's early philosophy and theology, and whose work
remains quite relevant even to the modern day. Sufism is a major element of orthodox Islam
practices, and presents a great deal to consider. "Ghazali on the Principles of Islamic Spirituality"
is a core addition to any community and library Islamic and general religious studies
collection.
A History of Islamic Law
N.J. Coulson
Transaction Publishers
Rutgers University
35 Berrue Circle
Piscataway, NJ 08854-8042
9781412818551, $39.95, www.transactionpub.com
A History of Islamic Law deserves ongoing recommendation as a fine survey of the historic
differences between Western and Islamic legal processes, and is a recommended pick for any
collection strong in world legal history and procedures. Chapters produce a basic introduction to
Islamic law and its origins, blending legal and social history for those who want a basic survey of
legal trends and their evolution. While it tends to skim facts (after all, there's a LOT of history
involved), it does serve as a fine starting point for any who would gain insights into the Muslim
legal system and its comparison to Western legal processes and will be a pick for college-level
collections strong in either law or Middle East history and culture.
Islam Without Extremes
Mustafa Akyol
W.W. Norton
500 - 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
9780393070866, $25.95, www.wwnorton.com
Islam Without Extremes: A Muslim Case for Liberty provides a fine survey discussing two
extremes happening in Muslim circles: secularist and Islamist authoritarianism. One group wants
an Islamic state for the world; the other wants a de-Islamized world without any religious values.
Turkish author and blogger Mustafa Akyol argues for yet another path: one which blends Islam,
democracy and capitalism. His survey blends a history of Islam with his idea of how Turkey
moved away from the Arab world and notions of classical Islam to create its own boundaries. A
fine survey, Islam Without Extremes is a pick for general and Middle East collections alike.
The Health/Medicine Shelf
Johns Hopkins ABX Guide 2012, third edition
John G. Bartlett, MD, Paul G. Auwaerter, MD, and Paul A. Pham, PharmD, editors
The Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
9781449625580 $24.95 www.press.jhu.edu
Now in an updated third edition for 2012, Johns Hopkins ABX Guide: Diagnosis and Treatment
of Infectious Diseases is a comprehensive, fact-filled reference and resource of antimicrobial
agents, infectious diseases, and pathogens. Johns Hopkins ABX Guide is divided into five
sections, each of which has entries: Diagnosis, concerning infectious diseases and complications
with diagnostic and treatment suggestions; Pathogens, focusing on microbiology and therapy;
Management, discussing common syndromes and their treatments; Anti-infective drugs, covering
the dosing, side effects, drug interactions, and more for an immense variety of medicines; and
Vaccines, including immunization recommendations. Although a highly technical reference
intended for advanced students and professionals in the field, Johns Hopkins ABX Guide 2012 is
surprisingly user-friendly and accessible. Johns Hopkins ABX Guide: Diagnosis and Treatment
of Infectious Diseases is an excellent, up-to-date diagnostic tool worthy of the highest
recommendation for college and professional medical libraries.
Integrated Clinical Orthodontics
Vinod Krishnan and Ze'ev Davidovitch, editors
Wiley-Blackwell
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148
9781444335972 $149.99 www.wiley.com
Integrated Clinical Orthodontics is an advanced instructional and reference text concerning the
interplay between orthodontics and other branches of clinical dentistry and medicine.
Emphasizing patient-centered care, Integrated Clinical Orthodontics intersperses descriptive and
technical medical text with full-color photography, particularly clinical-quality photographs of
individual dental cases. A diversity of medical and orthodontic experts worldwide contribute to
multidisciplinary health care guide, worthy of the highest recommendation especially for college
and graduate level studies shelves and cutting-edge professional reference collections.
The Biology Of Alzheimer Disease
Dennis J. Selkoe, et al.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press
500 Sunnyside Boulevard
Woodbury NY 11797-2924
9781936113446, $135.00, www.cshlpress.com
The human body is a perfect example of 'planned obsolescence'. It is biologically designed on a
cellular level to eventually cease to function. Old generations giving way to make room for new
ones. That still does not deter medical science from trying to understand this process. One of the
currently very active fields of inquiry is that of Alzheimer Disease and its effects on the human
brain. Part of the outstanding 'Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine' series, "The Biology
Of Alzheimer Disease" is a 375-page compendium knowledgeably compiled and deftly edited by
the team of Dennis J. Selkoe, Eckhard Mandelkow, and David M. Holtzman and presents
twenty-five major papers by experts in this specialized field and provides up-to-date information
on every aspect of Alzheimer disease. Of special note are the erudite discussions on therapeutic
strategies based upon the most recent findings. A core and essential addition to academic and
medical libraries, "The Biology Of Alzheimer Disease" is especially recommended reading for
neurobiologists, cell biologists, pathologists, and anyone else in the medical community with a
particular interest in Alzheimer disease research.
ADHD/ADD Medications
Peter Levine, M.D., & Helen Neville, B.S., R.N.
Parenting Press
P.O. Box 75267, Seattle, WA 98175
9781936903016, $9.95, www.ParentingPress.com
"ADHD/ADD Medications" is a parents' fact book about the use of stimulant and nonstimulant
medications to treat attention deficit disorder (with and without hyperactivity) in children to
assist their learning and social interaction patterns. It is specifically designed to give parents
nonjudgmental information about common treatment options while referring them to their child's
physician for final decision making guidance. "ADHD/ADD Medications" is divided into four
chapters covering first the basic question, Should My Child Use ADHD/ADD Medication?, then
stimulant Medications, Questions and Concerns, More Treatment Options (information about
Strattera), and finally appendices with dose details for stimulants and conversion from one
stimulant to another. Additional resources are listed, including books for both adults and
children, as well as related parent groups' web sites. Covering a common and controversial topic
in a clear, concise format, "ADHD/ADD Medications" is a very helpful resource to parents and
child educators and workers.
Understanding Anesthesia
Steven L. Orebaugh
The Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
9781421403175, $18.95, www.press.jhu.edu
Anesthesia can be dangerous, but it's often necessary to save lives. "Understanding Anesthesia:
What You need to Know About Sedation & Pain Control" discusses this important topic from the
perspective of anesthesiologist Steven L. Orebaugh, as he brings readers into a review of the
many types of anesthesia, their applications, and what needs to be understood when using such
an endeavor for surgery. For those faced with surgery in their near futures, "Understanding
Anesthesia" is a strongly recommended reference that belongs in every community library health
collection.
Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols
Institute of Medicine of the National Academies
National Academies Press
500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
9780309218238, $45.00, www.nap.edu
Good health needs a hand from marketing to take hold. "Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating
Systems and Symbols" discusses the role of front of package notes and how they can drive the
public to wiser food choices. Discussing the legal issues of claims of health that many products
claim, it covers the issues of lack of information for many consumers, creating a standard
regulation system and the stance of the FDA in presiding over this at times confusing but very
important issue. "Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols" is a strong addition
to any health law reference collection for community and college libraries.
The Do's & Don'ts of Hypoglycemia
Roberta Ruggiero
Frederick Fell Publishers
2131 Hollywood Blvd., Suite 305
Hollywood, FL 33020
9780883912591, $16.00, www.fellpub.com
Balancing one's blood sugar can often seem all too overwhelming. "The Do's and Don'ts of
Hypoglycemia: An Everyday Guide to Low Blood Sugar" is a health reference from Roberta
Ruggiero, president of the Hypoglycemia Support Foundation, Inc. Discussing the importance of
diet, exercise, the affects of drugs and alcohol, and how to stop the downward slide to Diabetes,
"The Do's and Don'ts of Hypoglycemia" is a strongly recommended pick for those who want to
manage their disorder more effectively.
But I Deserve This Chocolate!
Susan Albers
New Harbinger Press
5674 Shattuck Avenue
Oakland, CA 94609
9781608820566, $16.95, www.newharbinger.com
It's hard to lose an argument with yourself. "But I Deserve This Chocolate!: The 50 Most
Diet-Derailing Excuses and how to Outwit Them" is a guide for winning over one's psyche when
it can be so easy to give up on one's diet. Diets are easy to be led astray from, and Susan Albers
advises readers on how to put together their perspectives more completely. "But I Deserve This
Chocolate!" is a strongly recommended pick for those who find sticking to their diet so very
hard.
Life's Little Emergencies
Rod Brouhard
Demos Health
11 W. 42nd Street, 15th Floor
New York, NY 10036
9781936303151, $16.95, www.demoshealth.com
When an emergency happens, a few seconds can mean the world. "Life's Little Emergencies: A
Handbook for Active Independent Seniors and Caregivers" is a health reference manual for
seniors who are out on their own and want to stay that way, on how to respond to important and
vital decisions that may occur at any time. Written by an experienced paramedic of two decades,
"Life's Little Emergencies" is a wise and much recommended pick for community library
collections.
In Excellent Health
Scott W. Atlas
Hoover Institution Press
9780817814448, $29.95, www.hooverpress.org
Could the fear over America's health care be overblown? "In Excellent Health: Setting the
Record Straight on America's Health Care" presents a challenge to the failing health care system
in America, offering a dispute that while in strong need of reform, author Scott Atlas, radiologist,
believes that the Affordable Care Act is going too far. Offering his own solutions and diagnosis
of America's health concerns, "In Excellent Health" is worth considering for another perspective
on this vital debate in today's America.
Methods in Bioengineering: Organ Preservation and Reengineering
Korkut Oygun and Charles Lee, Editors
Artech House
685 Canton St., Norwood, MA 02062
9781608070138, $139.00, www.artechhouse.com
Research scientists and students receive step-by-step procedures and examples in "Methods in
Bioengineering: Organ Preservation and Reengineering", a volume covering organ preservation
and re-engineering. Techniques for damaged livers and hearts, imaging techniques, and more are
covered in a fine survey for any medical professional involved in tissue engineering. From
kidney harvest to engineering lung tissue, this is a 'must' for any medical collection.
Synthetic Biology
Lewis D. Solomon
Transaction Publishers
Rutgers University
35 Berrue Circle, Piscataway, NJ 08854-8042
9781412818568, $39.95, www.transactionpub.com
SYNTHETIC BIOLOGY: SCIENCE, BUSINESS, AND POLICY tells how scientists have long
been limited in their abilities to develop genetic tools by the need for natural genes to transfer
from one organism to another - and makes a case for the uses of synthetic genes, instead.
Synthetic biology permits more sophisticated biotechnological research, and actually rewrites
genetic code. Its limitations are less and its potentials are as yet unrealized: this book
recommends a policy based on self-regulation by scientific and business communities in the
process of synthetic biological research, and is a powerful pick for any college-level biology or
business collection.
The Psychology Shelf
Handbook of Counseling Military Couples
Bret A. Moore
Routledge
270 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10016
9780415887304, $44.95, www.routledge.com
War and military action can put incredible pressure on families. "Handbook of Counseling
Military Couples" discusses the unique stress that many military couples face that's different
from typical civilian couples. Offering a comprehensive view of service, marriage, and
relationship, Bret Moore hopes to advise therapists the ability to offer specialized support and
understanding for their specific challenges. "Handbook of Counseling Military Couples" is a
strong addition to any therapist who specializes in family or relationships reference
collections.
Gambling, Space, and Time
Paulina Raento & David G. Schwartz
University of Nevada Press
Mail Stop 0166
Reno, NV, 89557-0166
9780874178531, $39.95, www.unpress.nevada.edu
Why do we gamble against all reason? "Gambling, Space, and Time: Shifting Boundaries and
Cultures" is a social and psychological look at the practice of gambling throughout history. A
collection of scholarly essays, the laws behind gambling through history are discussed, what
compels us, and with much discussion of how law should enter this compulsion with reason and
thought for the betterment of society. A riveting read that proves highly educational on this often
misunderstood aspect of education, much recommended reading.
Pathological Gambling
Nancy M. Petry
American Psychological Association
750 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
9781433811777, $29.95, www.apa.org/books
What leads gambling to change from recreation to addiction? "Pathological Gambling: Etiology,
Comorbidity, and Treatment" is a psychological discussion of gambling and its impulses from
the perspective of the psychiatrist. Nancy Petry elaborates on the causes of gambling addiction,
the effect of genetics, the many types of therapy to fight it, and much more. For any psychologist
who wants to better understand this impulse control disorder, "Pathological Gambling" is a fine
pick for psychological reference collections.
Hijacked by Eros
Daryl Sharp
Inner City Books
Box 1271, Station Q
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4T 2P4
9781894574358, $25.00, www.innercitybooks.net
Through story and legend, we can explore the aspects of knowledge and psychology. "Hijacked
by Eros: A Jungian Analyst's Picaresque Adventures in the Pleroma" is the third book of the Eros
Trilogy from Daryl Sharp, who explores the principles and thoughts behind Jungian psychology
and the Eros through poetry, prose, and scholarly analysis. "Hijacked by Eros" is an excellent and
choice addition to any psychology collection focusing on the works of Jung.
Learning How to Say No When You Usually Say Yes
Maritza Manresa
Atlantic Publishing Group
1405 SW 6th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
9781601383846, $24.95, www.atlantic-pub.com
Learning How to Say No When You Usually Say Yes: Everything You need to Know Explained
Simply uses interviews with parents, educators and psychologists to consider the psychological
ramifications and results of making bad communication choices. It covers the basics of saying
'yes or no' clearly, surveys related issues of respect and acknowledgment, and is a pick for any
general or psychology holding.
Mindfulness and Hypnosis
Michael D. Yapko
W.W. Norton
500 - 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
9780393706970, $25.95, www.norton.com
MINDFULNESS AND HYPNOSIS; THE POWER OF SUGGESTION TO TRANSFORM
EXPERIENCE discusses guided mindfulness meditations, when a therapist makes suggestions to
a client, and is a pick for college-level collections strong in psychology and therapeutic
applications. Chapters consider guided mindfulness meditations for an audience of clinicians,
discussing the clinical setting and how mindfulness can be applied effectively. Any college-level
psychology holding will find it thought-provoking.
The Education Shelf
What Do You Say When...?
Hal Holloman & Peggy H. Yates
Eye On Education
6 Depot Way West
Larchmont, NY 10538
9781596671478, $29.95, www.eyeoneducation.com
Clarity is a teacher's best weapon to talk to students. "What Do You Say When...?: Best Practice
Language for Improving Student Behavior" is an advisory from Hal Holloman & Peggy H Yates
as she advises teachers to practice language to avoid confusion and prove to be better
disciplinarians in their classrooms. A teacher who uses their words carefully can achieve better
response for students and lead to better behaved and acting students in their classroom. "What Do
You Say When...?" is a must for teachers who want to better understand the importance of words.
Also from Eye on Education is Larry Ferlazzo's "Helping Students Motivate Themselves"
(9781596671812, $29.95), a guide to the importance of self-motivation in education.
Differentiating Instruction with Centers
Julia Link Roberts
Prufrock Press
PO Box 8813
Waco, TX 76714-8813
9781593638399, $19.95, www.prufrock.com
Gifted students need a gifted education. "Differentiating Instruction with Centers in the Gifted
Classroom" is a guide for teachers who want to rise their students talented abilities and create
that high level educational experience. Advocating centers to put forth a focused study of a
certain topic and give students what they need to excel in their interests, "Differentiating
Instruction with Centers in the Gifted Classroom" is the combination of experience and
dedication and leads to a very much recommended pick for teachers and educational
administrators.
Teach Like a Champion Field Guide
Doug Lemov
Jossey-Bass
c/o Wiley-Blackwell
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148
9781118116821, $32.95, www.wiley.com
There are many techniques that can make a good teacher great. "Teach Like a Champion Field
Guide: A Practical Resource to Make the 49 Techniques Your Own" is a guide for teachers from
Doug Lemov as he explores the ins and outs of teaching, elaborating on 49 techniques that are
commonly used, and encourages teachers to apply a personal touch to them, to try to meet their
classes educational needs in any way they can, trying to find potential in students when it seems
all hope has been lost. A vital pick for any teacher who wants to refine their skills, "Teach Like a
Champion Field Guide" is an excellent and very much recommended read, not to be
overlooked.
The Will to Lead, the Skill to Teach
Anthony Muhammad & Sharroky Hollie
Solution Tree
555 North Morton Street
Bloomington, IN 47404
97819355542544, $19.95, www.solution-tree.com
Teaching isn't something done without spirit. "The Will to Lead, the Skill to Teach:
Transforming Schools at Every Level" is an inspirational guide for those seeking an uplifting
philosophy for them to pursue in their teaching career. Analyzing modern education and where it
can be improved, encouraging teachers to fight a toxic school culture and take on activism for
their students, "The Will to Lead, the Skill to Teach" is an inspirational and much recommended
read for any teacher or school administrator.
A Teaching Subject
Joseph Harris
Utah State University Press
7800 Old Main Hill
Logan, Utah 84322
9780874218664, $26.95, www.USUPress.org
The art of writing requires a study all its own. "A Teaching Subject: Composition Since 1966"
traces the evolution of the college writing course since the Dartmouth Seminar of 1966. Since
then, writing courses have been viewed as a separate study from traditional English and language
arts courses. Stating that writing remains as vital as ever, Joseph Harris provides an excellent and
recommended pick for community library education and writing collections with "A Teaching
Subject".
Mometrix Media LLC
3827 Phelan #179, Beaumont, TX 77707
www.mometrix.com 1-888-248-1219
Mometrix Media is a specialty publisher focusing on producing study guides for college entrance
exams, medical/nursing exams, military exams, teacher certification exams, insurance exams,
dental exams, graduate and professional school exams. Three of their newest titles are in
complete compliance with Mometrix Media's standards of excellence. "CNOR Exam Secrets"
(9781609710002, 156 pages, $105.99); "Evolve Reach Admission Assessment (HESI A2)
(9781609710149, 180 pages, 62.99); and "Secrets Of The TEAS V Exam" (9781609710132, 180
pages, $62.99) are each deftly written by exam experts and specifically crafted to enable test
takers to increase their exam scores. Thoroughly 'user friendly', and covering every applicable
topic and concept required by test takers, each of this impressive study guides are strongly
recommended and well worth the investment of the test takers time and money. As a general
recommendation, anyone seeking to take a professional certification test would be well advised
to visit the Mometrix Media web site at www.mometrix.com for a complete listing of their
numerous and diverse study manuals and test taking guides.
Brookes Publishing Company
PO Box 10624, Baltimore, MD 21285-0624
www.brookespublishing.com
Dennis D. Munk and Thomas L. Dempsey's LEADERSHIP STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSFUL
SCHOOLWIDE INCLUSION (1598570897, $34.95) offers a fine course on special education
inclusion strategies for any school leader, showing how school teams can create a new
framework for monitoring inclusion to ensure best practices standards are being met. Inclusion
here is broken down into manageable goals and applies the STAR model for research-based
strategies. Principals and teachers alike will find this a solid program. David H. Allsopp, Maggie
M. Kyger and LouAnn H. Lovin's TEACHING MATHEMATICS MEANINGFULLY:
SOLUTIONS FOR REACHING STRUGGLING LEARNERS (1557668663, $31.95) tells
classroom teachers how to address math for struggling students. It provides a research-based set
of strategies that work with students who have learning disabilities, reviewing the major math
concepts endorsed by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and surveying educator
strengths and applications. Educator collections need this specific guide!
Corwin Press
2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
www.corwin.com
David A. Sousa, Editor's THE BEST OF CORWIN: EDUCATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE
(9781452217345, $27.95) contains key chapters from critically acclaimed Corwin publications
and is divided into three parts: The Developing Brain, The Brain in School, and Instructional
Strategies for Every Brain. Chapters discuss what causes the brain to remember, differences
between male and female brains, how students with learning disabilities think, and more. The
specific application of brain neuroscience to the entire educational process makes this a winning
survey! Susan Gingras Fitzell's RTI STRATEGIES FOR SECONDARY TEACHERS
(9781412992220, $29.95) provides teachers with sample lesson plans to reach struggling learners
and more capable learners simultaneously, and provides a template of projects that make
Response to Intervention clear and applied to the secondary level. This is a solutions-oriented
book; not theory. Grades 6-12 receive tested strategies that clearly show how RTI fits into
secondary education programs. Kathryn Bell McKenzie and Linda Skrla's USING EQUITY
AUDITS IN THE CLASSROOM TO REACH AND TEACH ALL STUDENTS
(9781412986779, $26.95) outlines a variety of methods to help teachers assess their teaching
results, evaluate student achievement, and develop better teaching skills. Each chapter pairs
assessment tools with discussions on how teachers can achieve better quality in their classrooms
and approaches, making this a fine teacher's pick! Carolyn Chapman and Rita King's
DIFFERENTIATED ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES: ONE TOOL DOESN'T FIT ALL
(978141286148, $33.95) appears in its second updated edition to provide teachers with research-
based assessment tools that streamline the process of identifying student strengths and needs.
From a new chapter on engaging learners in self-assessment to more assessment tools covering
the entire process, this packs in surveys, checklists, work samples, rubrics and more, and makes
for a key toolkit for any educator's collection. PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES
BY DESIGN: PUTTING THE LEARNING BACK INTO PLCS by Lois E. Brown Easton
(9781412987110, $44.95) comes from an educator who pairs a case study with a chronological
formula for creating professional learning communities. It demonstrates how a school can begin
and implement a PLC design that engages most of the faculty, comes from a learning design
consultant and coach, and follows models other than the common DuFour model alone. Alan M.
Blankstein's THE ANSWER IS IN THE ROOM: HOW EFFECTIVE SCHOOLS SCALE UP
STUDENT SUCCESS (9781412998765, $28.95) presents lessons the author's learned from
working with schools and developing his 'Failure Is Not An Option' program, and is a pick for
educators who are interested in learning about applied practical examples of change around the
world. From accountability to motivation, this surveys Blankstein's techniques for assuring the
best from students and educator efforts.
The Military Shelf
1812: The Navy's War
George C. Daughan
Basic Books
Perseus Books Group
387 Park Avenue South, New York NY 10016
9780465020461, $32.50, www.basicbooks.com
1812: The Navy's War provides a comprehensive history of our Second War of Independence
and blends political and military history representing some fifteen years of research using
primary sources from over twenty libraries and special collections on two continents. It considers
the causes and outcomes of America's second war of independence, offering an in-depth
assessment of the influences upon conflicts and their outcomes. The War of 1812 was a turning
point in the Navy's own history, bringing with it support for the Navy's fleet and newfound
appreciation for its role in national defense strategies. Military holdings will find this a key
history.
Luftwaffe Viermot Aces 1942-45
Robert Forsyth
Osprey Publishing
4402 - 23rd Street, Suite 219
Long Island City, NY 11101-5058
9781849084383, $22.95, www.ospreypublishing.com
Luftwaffe Viermot Aces 1942-45 joins others in Osprey's 'Aircraft of the Aces' series and is
recommended for military and aviation history collections alike. It provides a fine survey of the
Luftwaffe Viermot, considers its pivotal role in military engagements, and documents the
campaigns that made the most of its strengths. With vintage black and white illustrations
throughout, this is a fine in-depth guide for any collection strong in military aircraft.
The Aviation Shelf
Building the P-51 Mustang
Michael O'Leary
Specialty Press
39966 Grand Avenue
North Branch, MN 55056
9781570071901, $34.95, www.specialtypress.com
World War II made controlling the skies invaluable, and the Mustang made sure America
wouldn't be outgunned. "Building the P-51 Mustang: The Story of Manufacturing North
American's Legendary World War II Fighter in Original Photos" discusses this legendary plane
and how it was assembled on the home front to do war overseas. Packed cover to cover with
articles and black and white photographs all throughout, Michael O'Leary puts together a must
see for any fan of propeller fighter planes. "Building the P-51 Mustang" is an excellent addition
to any historical aviation collection.
Douglas DC-3 Dakota Owner's Workshop Manual
Paul Blackah
Zenith Press
c/o Quayside Publishing Group
400 First Avenue North, Suite 300
Minneapolis, MN 55401
9780760342916, $28.00, www.zenithpress.com
Douglas DC-3 Dakota Owner's Workshop Manual describes an air transport craft of the 1930s
and 40s that not only played a key role during World War II, but became one of the most
influential transport aircraft ever. Noted for its reliability and ease of operations, the DC-3 has
been noted for its pivotal role in winning the war, and here is considered in detail. Design,
history, and insights into its construction and operations come form owners, pilots and engineers
alike and make for a fine survey recommended for any military or aviation collection.
The Music Shelf
The Blues Guitar Handbook
Adam St. James
Backbeat Books
c/o Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing Group
19 West 21st Street, Suite 201, New York, NY 10010
www.halleonard.com
9781617130113, $29.99, www.backbeatbooks.com
The Blues Guitar Handbook is a powerful selection for any blues guitar player or collection
catering to them: it includes a CD in its hardcover lay-flat binding format, and lends to creating a
complete course in techniques and styles. From playing all blues styles from basics to advanced
to the history of blues guitar and its players and how acoustic differs from electric blues
techniques, this packs in keys to playing and is a fine course for any practicing blues player.
The Real Tab Book V. 1
Hal Leonard Corporation
Box 13819, Milwaukee WI 53213
9781423496694, $32.50, www.halleonard.com
The Real Tab Book V. 1 is packed with over five hundred pages of guitar tablature for popular
songs ranging from Jimi Hendrix and Nirvana classics to The Beatles, ZZ Top, Jane's Addiction,
Howlin Wolf and many more. Lay-flat plastic binding makes this a recommendation not so much
for lending libraries as for musicians who want to add to their home reference libraries. The
inclusion of lyrics and guitar tabs makes this an outstanding, wide-ranging collection of songs for
any contemporary musician.
Best Music Writing 2011
Alex Ross, Editor
Da Capo
c/o Perseus Book Group
44 Farnsworth St., 3rd Floor, Boston MA 02210
9780306819639, $16.00, www.dacapopress.com
Best Music Writing 2011 offers a fine compilation of writings about different musical tastes,
topics, and trends around the world. This edition celebrates a wide range of musical genres, with
essays, interviews, news reports and blogs coming from the top writers in the industry. Alex
Ross, guest editor, is a music critic of The New Yorker; series editor Daphne Carr is a music
scholar. The two provide an outstanding collection very highly recommended for any general or
music library.
The Crafts/Hobbies Shelf
The Art of Resin Clay
Sherri Haab, Rachel Haab and Michelle Haab
Potter Craft
c/o The Random House Publishing Group
1745 Broadway, 17th floor, New York, NY 10019
www.crownpublishing.com
9780823027231, $21.99, www.pottercraft.com
The Art of Resin Clay: Techniques and Projects for Creating Jewelry and Decorative Objects
provides a fine account offering tips for choosing the right kind of resin clay and working with it.
From 20 projects illustrating a range of techniques to guidelines on safety and embellishments,
this is accompanied by examples by influential artists and crafts designers working in resin clay,
and is a recommended pick for any jewelry-making or crafting collection.
Kalmbach Books
21027 Crossroads Circle, Waukesha, WI 53186
www.kalmbachbooks.com
Nealay Patel's JEWELRY FOR THE NEW ROMANTIC: UNEXPECTED TECHNIQUES
WITH CRYSTALS AND BEADING WIRE (9780871164278, $19.95) provides Edwardian-style
jewelry projects that use some 10 jewelry set projects to illustrate basic beading and shaping
ideas in a pick for any crafter's library. Clear color illustrations and designs provide sidebars of
materials lists and clear directions even newcomers to beading can appreciate. Designs are
original creations intended to make it easy for newcomers to create a project. Peter H. Riddle's
SCENERY TECHNIQUES FOR TOY TRAINS (9780890247655, $17.95) tells how to use
scenery to add to a toy train layout, and shows how to use insulation foam to add mountains,
ponds, and other attractions. Techniques for constructing different kinds of railroad scenery use
step-by-step photos to cover the construction basics, making this a clear and winning guide for
any toy train buff. Tony Koester's MODEL RAILROADER'S GUIDE TO MOUNTAIN
RAILROADING (9780890248157, $21.95) comes from an author who has made model
railroading his life hobby, editing special issues of Model Railroader Magazine since 1995 and
actively participating in the model rail community. This guide discusses layout, track planning,
and how to achieve realistic mountain operation and layouts, and is a 'must' for any model
railroader. Maggie Roschyk's ARTISTIC SEED BEAD JEWELRY: IDEAS AND
TECHNIQUES FOR ORIGINAL DESIGNS (9780871164292, $21.95) offers some thirteen
seed/bead projects and teaches how to develop an artistic eye in the process. From choosing bead
styles to selecting stitches, this discusses sources for inspiration, the author's experiences with
years of techniques, and how she developed versatility in her style choices. Any jewelry crafting
collection will find this packed with color and inspirational ideas.
The Pets/Wildlife Shelf
Petscaping
Scott Cohen & Carolyn Doherty
Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
4880 Lower Valley Road
Atglen, PA 19310
9780764338540, $24.99, www.schifferbooks.com
Pets often become parts of the family, and taking them into consideration when considering one's
gardens and lawns is often worth considering. "Petscaping: Training and Landscaping With Your
Pet in Mind" is a guide to making sure one's landscaping plans keeps the pet in mind in creating a
worthwhile set up for the pets to roam free and avoid hazards. With full color illustrations all
throughout, "Petscaping" is a useful and much recommended pick for both pet and gardening
community library collections.
Defending the Defenseless
Allie Phillips
Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group
4501 Forbes Blvd., Suite 200
Lanham, MD 20706
9781442202146, $34.95, www.rlpgbooks.com
A dog cannot lodge a complaint when it has been wronged. "Defending the Defenseless: A Guide
to Protecting and Advocating for Pets" is a guide for those who want to speak up for these
struggling creatures who may be facing abuse by their owners or others. Allie Phillips encourages
helping animal shelters, inspiring good practices to children, and opposing businesses which use
animal testing. "Defending the Defenseless" is a good guide to getting involved for those who
wan tot make a difference.
Canine Reproduction, third edition
Phyllis A. Holst
Alpine Publications, Inc.
38262 Linman Road
Crawford, CO 81415
9781577791140, $24.95, www.alpinepub.com
For the dog breeder, understanding that dog reproduction is as complicated as human
reproduction can be quite daunting. "Canine Reproduction: The Breeder's Guide" is a
comprehensive reference from Phyllis A. Holst as she provides a useful guide to understanding
the mating behaviors of dogs, issues surrounding their reproductive systems, their nurturing
instincts, how dogs have personality in their own pursuits of reproduction, and creating a system
that works for breeders. With additional information on infant puppy care, diet, health problems
for the mother, and much more, "Canine Reproduction" is a fine pick to have on hand for any
professional dog breeder.
The Canine Kingdom of Scent
Anne Lill Kvam
Dogwise Publishing
403 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801
97819292422726, $12.95, www.dogwise.com
The dog's nose is something very well known, but that sense can be trained. "The Canine
Kingdom of Scent: Fun Activities Using Your Dog's Natural Instincts" is a guide from Anne Lill
Kvam as she advises readers on how to train your dog's sense of smell and help then gain mastery
over this powerful tool - and have fun for dog and owner as well. A strong pick for those who
want to inspire greatness in their dog while killing an afternoon, "The Canine Kingdom of Scent"
is a strongly recommended pick that shouldn't be missed.
Dairy Production Medicine
Carlos A. Risco and Pedro Melendez Retamal, Editors
Wiley-Blackwell
350 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148
9780813815398, $124.99, www.wiley.com
Dairy Production Medicine provides a multidisciplinary approach to the production of livestock
and milk, blending in veterinary insights from various disciplines and surveys everything from
nutrition to genetics and clinical medicine. Chapters on economics and human resource
management accompany technical details on dairy herd management and special concerns,
making this a pick for any serious collection on agricultural management or large animal
veterinary needs.
Wiley-Blackwell
350 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148
www.wiley.com
P.J. Quinn, et.al.'s VETERINARY MICROBIOLOGY AND MICROBIAL DISEASE, 2ND
EDITION (9781405158237, $99.99) is for any veterinary college or reference collection, as
microbiology is a basic subject in any vet's curriculum. The prior edition became a basic text for
students and this fully revised, expanded new edition updates the topic for pre-clinical and
clinical vet students. Twelve new chapters with many new illustrations have been added, each
chapter has been updated and the entire book features a new arrangement and color format.
Tables, boxes and diagrams provide fine accompaniment to the discussions of diagnostics and
infectious conditions. A 'must have' reference, this also will be a college-level vet student's
assigned text for many classrooms. Todd L. Towell edits PRACTICAL WEIGHT
MANAGEMENT IN DOGS AND CATS ($59.99, 9780813809564) provides a detailed clinical
reference for any veterinary business and provides tools to manage pet obesity, offering a blend
of nutrition insights, internal medicine and rehabilitation practices, prevention techniques, and
programs for educating owners. Chapters provide specific information on everything from taking
a nutritional history to understanding feeding options, and provide an overall wellness program
key to any pet's health.
Deadly Powers
Paul A. Trout
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2197
9781616145019, $26.00, www.prometheusbooks.com
DEADLY POWERS: ANIMAL PREDATORS AND THE MYTHIC IMAGINATION discusses
predatory animals and the innate fears humans harbor about them, exploring the origins of stories
and myths surrounding predators and humans. It considers how our ancestors mythologized
animal predators as monsters, gods, and benefactors alike, and how fear entered into the
predator/human relationship. Any college-level collection interested in the mythos surrounding
human/nature relationships will find this an inviting survey.
The Photography Shelf
The Grand Mesa
Leslie Larkin
Sweet Grass Books
c/o Farcountry Press
PO Box 5630, Helena, MT 59604
9781591520764, $29.95, www.sweetgrassbooks.com
Nature's majesty is something truly wonderful to behold. "The Grand Mesa: A Journey Worth
Taking" is a book of nature photography from Leslie Larkin as she takes readers on a
photographic tour Colorado and the beautiful landscapes that lie around within, showing fields,
mountains, lakes, and other awe-inspiring sights all throughout. Presented in full color, "The
Grand Mesa" is a fine assortment of photography, very much recommended for nature lovers
looking for a fine choice of coffee table book.
You and I
Ryan McGinley
Twin Palms Publishers
54 1/2 East San Francisco Street
Santa Fe, NM 87501
9781931885515, $75.00, www.twinpalms.com
A photo can be all too telling. "You and I" is a collection of photography from Ryan McGinley,
as he and his associates, representative of the youth culture seek to capture the frank nature of life
and the moments we live in. His photos use tasteful application of nudity all throughout,
touching on a sort of metaphor for freedom and the clash of private and public lives that we all
often face. "You and I" is an eye-catching collection that has plenty to provoke thought about the
world, making it a fine pick for coffee tables and general photography collections.
Buying the Right Photo Equipment
Elin Rantakrans
Rocky Nook
26 West Mission Street, Suite 3
Santa Barbara, CA 93102
9781933952840, $19.95, www.rockynook.com
Buying the Right Photo Equipment: 70 Tips from the Top teaches the basics of photographic
tools and what each tool can accomplish. Color photos outline different equipment and provide
examples of what filters, flash and other enhancements do to photographic results. The result is a
top pick for any beginner, and for collections catering to them.
Amherst Media
175 Rano Street, Suite 200, Buffalo, NY 14207-2176
www.amherstmedia.com
John Siskin's PHOTOGRAPHING ARCHITECTURE: LIGHTING, COMPOSITION,
POSTPRODUCTION, AND MARKETING TECHNIQUES (9781608952595, $34.95) offers a
survey of the technical and artistic skills required to produce outstanding interior and exterior
images. From planning for the shoot and positioning the camera to balancing mixed light
sources, this is a basic acquisition for any professional collection where architectural
photography is a highlight. Barry Staver's MASTER'S GUIDE TO OFF-CAMERA FLASH:
PROFESSIONAL TECHNIQUES FOR DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHERS (9781608952489,
$34.95) teaches how adding off-camera flash can help produce outstanding images, and discusses
the basics of light, flash, and scenarios where adding flash can supplement existing light as well
as being a sole light source. From obtaining the right flash unit and gear to using units more
effectively, chapters provide color photo examples of flash-enhanced results and make for a fine
survey for any aspiring photographer and for libraries catering to them.
The Cookbook Shelf
Slow-Cooker Favorites: Country Comfort
Monica Musetti-Carlin
Mary Elizabeth Roarke
Hatherleigh Press
5-22 46th Avenue, Suite 200
Long Island City, NY 11101
9781578263745, $12.50, www.hatherleighpress.com
"Slow-Cooker Favorites: Country Comfort" is a home style recipe collections of over 100
recipes, all easily prepared in your favorite slow cooker or home crock pot. Recipes are featured
for breakfast and brunch, soups and sandwiches for lunch, appetizers and beverages, entrees and
sides, and desserts. This is a practical yet imaginative collection, containing such examples as
Caribbean Sweet Potato Curry Soup (p.31), Moroccan Vegetable Stew (p.78), and BBQ Tempeh
"Ribs" (p.123) in addition to the more usual stuffed peppers, egg brunch casserole, or blueberry
French toast. Some quite nice innovative recipes using the slow cooker are showcased in this
delightful collection. In addition there are tips for a well-stocked pantry, chef's tips, baker's tips,
and a helpful menu planner included in the end section. A request for future submissions ensures
that more creative slow cooker menus and recipes will be presented in future Country Comfort
titles, and the exotic elements contributed by a vast variety of locales generating recipes
guarantees heightened interest. "Slow-Cooker Favorites: Country Comfort" is a modest classic
cookbook that deserves a beloved space on any time-energy-challenged home cook's shelf.
The Smoothies Bible, second edition
Pat Crocker
Martine Quibell
Robert Rose Inc.
120 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 800
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4P 1E2
9780778802419, $24.95, www.robertrose.ca
There are many ways to get that vital assortment of things we need for great life. "The Smoothies
Bible" is the second edition of Pat Crocker's guide to the many ways of bringing out the taste of
fruits and vegetables in their pursuit of greater health. A straight-forward recipe book that
touches on countless ingredients to suit any taste, it also includes a gallery with full color
photographs of many of the drinks presented. "The Smoothies Bible" is an inspirational and
much recommended pick for cookbook collections of anyone who loves fruit. Also for Fruit
Lovers from Pat Crocker and Robert Rose is the second edition of "The Juicing Bible"
(9780778801818, $24.95) exploring a more juice based approach to enjoying fruit.
My Family Table
John Besh
Andrews & McMeel
1130 Walnut Street
Kansas City, MO 64106-2109
9781449407872, $35.00, www.andrewsmcmeel.com
The home cooked meal is becoming a lost art in many households. "My Family Table: A
Passionate Plea for Home Cooking" is an inspiring read from John Besh, as he advocates home
cooking and its value to the family. With full color photographs and easy to follow recipes, Besh
walks readers through a vast array of dishes for any palette, with the focus of old fashioned
cooking with his own special and delicious twist. "My Family Table" is a moving and much
recommended pick for anyone's personal collection who wants to make those home cooked
meals something truly special.
The Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book: Bridal Edition
Wiley
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9780470560761, $29.99, www.amazon.com
All too often today's young women do not have much by the way of a culinary education from
their own mothers or from highschool homemaker classes. That's why "The Better Homes and
Gardens New Cook Book: Bridal Edition" makes such a useful and timely gift for a newly wed.
This 720-page compendium begins with an introduction to how a kitchen would be ideally set up
and operated. This is followed by a chapter devoted to the basics of daily cooking from 'a table
for two' to 'couples cooking'. Then detailed attention is given to culinary celebration from hosting
a party, to easy appetizers, to holiday dinners, to romantic dining, and more. The rest of "The
Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book: Bridal Edition" is a compilation of 'kitchen cook
friendly' recipes that will please any palate and satisfy any appetite. If there is only one cookbook
to start off a marriage with, make it "The Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book: Bridal
Edition"!
Celebrating with the Kosher Butcher's Wife
Sharon Lurie
Struik
c/o International Publishers Marketing
PO Box 605, Herndon, VA 20172-0605
9781770078666, $29.95, www.randomstruk.co.za
A worthy meat dish adds to any celebration. "Celebrating with the Kosher Butcher's Wife" is
packed cover to cover with recipes from Sharon Lurie, focusing on celebrating and recipes from
herself, her family, with the aim of celebrating many Jewish festivals, although the recipes within
can be embraced by anyone from any walk of life. With full color photos throughout and
comprehensive recipes, "Celebrating with the Kosher Butcher's Wife" is a fine pick for any cook
book collection.
Grilling Surf and Turf
Char-Broil
Creative Homeowner
24 Park Way
Saddle River, NJ 07450-2311
9781580115445, $14.95, www.creativehomeowner.com
The grill is the starting point for many an excellent dish. "Grilling Surf and Turf" is an
assortment of one hundred and forty recipes that enter on the grill for preparation. Recipes for
everything from grilled fish, burgers, ribs, and steaks, to side dishes such as grilled vegetables
and potatoes, to even grilled desserts, "Grilling Surf and Turf" is a full color cook book for
anyone who loves grilled food and wants to take their grilling skills to the next level.
Ultimate Cookies
Julia M. Usher
Gibbs Smith, Publisher
PO Box 667
Layton UT 84041
9781423619345, $24.99, www.gibbs-smith.com
Cookies can both be a treasure of flavor and a treasure of art. "Ultimate Cookies" is a guide to a
creative spin on cookies and many art projects that can be crafted with them from Julia M. Usher,
as she spins a unique craft of cookie and thought all throughout. For every occasion of the year
with plenty of original ideas all throughout, photographer provides full color photography all
throughout. "Ultimate Cookies" is a strongly recommended pick for novelty cookbook
collections, highly recommended.
The Newlywed Cookbook
Sarah Copeland
Chronicle Books
680 Second Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
9780811876834, $35.00, www.chroniclebooks.com
The bonding of marriage can be enhanced by working together on many fronts. "The Newlywed
Cookbook: Fresh Ideas & Modern Recipes for Cooking With & For Each Other" is a collection
of recipes focused on working and cooking together to make something really quite memorable
for the both of them. With dishes for any occasion and for any palette, Sarah Copeland brings
romance and food together all quite well. With full color photos all throughout, "The Newlywed
Cookbook" is an excellent and much recommended read, not to be missed.
The Tipsy Vegan
John Schilmm
DaCapo Press
c/o Perseus Book Group
11 Cambridge Center, Cambridg MA 02142
9780738215075, $17.00, www.dacapopress.com
THE TIPSY VEGAN: 75 BOOZY RECIPES TO TURN EVERY BITE INTO HAPPY HOUR
features over seventy dishes that showcase plant-based recipes. From Wild Rice Under the
Influence to Hot Toddy Tofu with Shiitakes and Banana French Toast, these dishes all
incorporate various forms of booze yet remain true to vegan form, and will delight vegan cooks
wishing to add more spice to their dishes.
Vegan Pie in the Sky
Isa Chandra Moskowitz and Terry Hope Romero
DaCapo Press
c/o Perseus Book Group
11 Cambridge Center, Cambridg MA 02142
9780738212746, $17.00, www.dacapopress.com
Vegan Pie in the Sky: 75 Out-of-This-World Recipes for Pies, Tarts, Cobblers, and More offers
recipes for fruit pies, cheesecakes, buckles and other traditional dishes redone for vegan dairy-
and egg-free pursuits, and is a fine recommendation for any vegan cooking collection. Learn to
produce buttery pie crusts without butter, creamy pies that don't rely on dairy products, and
innovative pies from S'mores Pie to Sweet Potato Brazil Nut Crunch Pie. Vegan lovers can have
desserts traditionally packed with diary with the appealing adaptations here, recommended for
any vegan cookbook collection.
Wiley
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
www.wiley.com
Better Homes and Gardens publishes appealing cookbooks with the tested name brand offering
foolproof results, and two new arrivals are top recommendations. THE ULTIMATE LOW-
CALORIE BOOK (9781118038147, $19.99) provides a fine collection of low-calorie dishes that
run from main courses and sides to desserts, and provides dishes that can be made in 30 minutes
or less. Over 300 color photos accompany such meals as Grilled Chicken with Watermelon
Salsa, Thai Tuna Toss, and Curried Apple Soup to provide an outstanding selection of variations
on themes perfect for cooks seeking something different. 365 30-MINUTE MEALS
(9781118000038, $19.99) provides a fine gathering of family dinners for readers looking for
main-course options alone. From soups and stews to sandwiches and all kinds of meats, this
offers keys to substituting ingredients and offers nutrition details for each dish. From Salmon and
Mozzarella Fettuccine to Apple-Sausage Rigatoni, this is packed with delightful options. Both
are top recommendations for general-interest collections. Professional chefs and collections
catering to them shouldn't miss The Culinary Institute of America's THE PROFESSIONAL
CHEF (9780470421352, $75.00), which appears in its 9th updated edition to probe chefs with a
'bible' packed with professional keys to success. Here are chapters on cooking everything from
basics and beyond, with introductions including basic formulas, expert tips for customizing or
embellishment, and sections of recipes serving 8-10 people. Cross-references to basics such as
homemade stocks provide all the information needed to produce polished, professional
results.
A Tea Reader
Katrina Avila Munichiello
Tuttle Publishing
364 Innovation Drive, North Clarendon, VT 05759-9436
9780804841764, $16.95, www.tuttlepublishing.com
A TEA READER; LIVING LIFE ONE CUP AT A TIME contains stories that share ways in
which tea has changed lives, and offers personal accounts from all kinds of tea fans; from those
brought up with a background of tea tradition and serving to those new to the art. The stories use
the tea ceremony and preparation to discuss everything from friendships and careers to survival
tactics, providing a fine and gentle survey of the influence of tea on everyday lives.
Ultimate Cookies
Julia M. Usher
Gibbs Smith
Box 667, Layton UT 84041
9781423619345, $24.99, www.gibbs-smith.com
Julia M. Usher's ULTIMATE COOKIES comes from a pastry chef and food writer who provides
an outstanding survey of cookie recipes for readers who would make exceptional cookies. Steve
Adams provides the color photos throughout, contributing to a title that covers everything from
superior versions of familiar fare to unusual cookies such as cookie bacon and eggs. The focus on
decorated cookies makes for a focus that sounds time-consuming but actually is not: stencils,
stamps, flocking, even 3-D designs can be done in stages so even busy cooks can produce
polished-looking results. Any seeking a different cookie cookbook will love this!
The French Slow Cooker
Michele Scicolone
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
215 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10003
9780547508047, $22.00, www.hmhbooks.com
French food is traditionally considered labor-intensive: not so with THE FRENCH SLOW
COOKER, which comes from a food and wine expert who has traveled to nearly every region of
France to master the country's traditional dishes. These in turn are revised for the slow cooker -
and offer home cooks a fabulous assortment of simplified French fare, from soups and stews to
festive and regional dishes. Color photos by Alan Richardson accompany these dishes, which
range from the classic Chicken with Forty Cloves of Garlic to Normandy Pork with Apples and
Basque Tuna and Potato Stew.
Kitchen On Fire!
Olivier Said and Chef Mikec
Da Capo
c/o Perseus Books Group
11 Cambridge Center, Cambridge, MA 02142
www.perseusbooksgroup.com
9780738214535, $35.00, www.dacapopress.com
Kitchen On Fire! Mastering the Art of Cooking in 12 Weeks (or Less) comes from the founders
of a Berkeley cooking school of the same name and surveys the basic cooking principles
underlying all dishes. The emphasis is on learning these basics then applying them to overall
efforts. The 12-week basics are presented in chapter cooking lessons, which include a recipe at
the end of every section to demonstrate the techniques. Step-by-step color photos throughout,
measurement conversion charts, tools, and more make this an 'all-in-one' home course for any
aspiring to better cooking!
Southern Living 2011 Annual Recipes
Southern Living
Oxmoor House
PO Box 11095
Des Moines, Iowa 50336-1095
9780848734879, $34.95, www.oxmoorhouse.com
Southern Living 2011 Annual Recipes pairs menu plans and test kitchen secrets with every single
recipe from 2011 - over 750 of them - to make for a lovely guide that includes black and white
and color photos and nutrition details. Sidebars of at-a-glance information on nearly every page
discuss how to assure foolproof results, making results more predictable and cooking fun. From
quick-fix suppers from farmer's market fare to quick and easy summer ice cream treats, this is a
winning collection perfect for any general lending library.
101 Recipes for Preparing Food in Bulk
Richard Helweg
Atlantic Publishing Group
1405 SW 6th Avenue, Ocala FL 34471
9781601393600, $24.95, www.atlantic-pub.com
101 Recipes for Preparing Food in Bulk: Everything You Need to Know About Preparing,
Storing, and Consuming covers all topics about bulk food preparations, from where to purchase
foods in bulk to kitchen supplies needed to cook with them. Discussions range from handling
frozen foods to cooking in large quantities, with recipes included for all meals from breakfast to
snacks. The keys to successful storing, freezing and reheating of foods come from interviews
with dozens of experts from the food service industry, making this a fine and basic guide.
The Interior Design Shelf
Toward a New Interior
Lois Weinthal, Editor
Princeton Architectural Press
37 East 7th Street, New York, NY 10003
9781616890360, $24.95, www.papress.com
Toward a New Interior: An Anthology of Interior Design Theory provides college-level
collections with a fine gathering of works by Kobo Abe, Charlotte Mullins, Ellen Lupton and
others notable in interior design theory. Artistic, philosophical, and architectural reflections on
modern interior design theory make for chapters packed with black and white photos and insights
on interior design models and engineering concepts. From homes to public performance spaces
and American architectural heritage as a whole, this is packed with scholarly, reflective insights
perfect for interior designers!
Katie Ridder Rooms
Heather Smith MacIsaac
The Vendome Press
1334 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021
Harry N. Abrams, Inc. (dist.)
115 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
www.abramsbooks.com
9780865652729, $50.00, www.vendomepress.com
Eric Piasecki's fine good-sized color photos enhance an oversized coffee-table style volume
based on interior decorator Katie Ridder's eye for blending antique and modern pieces for a
unique result. Ridder has produced a wide range of room styles for clients around the world, and
some of her most diverse creations are profiled here. Interior designers can use her designs for
their own approaches and will find this a virtual treasure trove of ideas, highly recommended for
any serious interior design collection!
Exotic Taste
Emmanuelle Gaillard and Marc Walter
The Vendome Press
1334 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021
9780865652736, $75.00, www.vendomepress.com
EXOTIC TASTE: ORIENTIALIST INTERIORS features gorgeous oversized photos by Marc
Walter and provides a fine historical survey of the evolution of Asian-inspired Orientalist
interiors. Chapters consider Asian source of Orientalist design and offer surveys of 18th and 19th
century interiors, from photos to illustrations of fabrics, wallpapers, costumes and more.
Presented in an oversized coffee table edition, EXOTIC TASTE is an outstanding survey for any
interested in interior design and creates a fine blend of art history and world influences on trends
and designs.
The Fashion Shelf
Fashion Philosophy for Everyone
Jessica Wolfendale and Jeanette Kennett, editors
Wiley-Blackwell
350 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148
9781405199902 $19.95 www.wiley.com
Fashion Philosophy for Everyone: Thinking with Style is an anthology of essays by a diversity of
learned philosophers concerning the role of fashion in modern culture, and how choices in
clothing shape people's lives and social expectations. Individual essays include "What Makes
Something Fashionable?", "The Aesthetics of Design", "Fashion and Sexual Identity, of Why
Recognition Matters", and "Sweatshops and Cynicism". Each essay has its own notes and
sources; collectively they scrutinize the broader meaning of an entire industry grounded in trends
and appearances. Fashion Philosophy for Everyone is a scholarly yet accessible work, and will
appeal to college library collections as well as to anyone curious about the sociological
underpinnings of fashion.
Famous Frocks
Sara Alm and Hannach McDevitt
Chronicle Books
680 Second Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
9780811877916, $29.95, www.chroniclebooks.com
Famous Frocks: Patterns and Instructions for Recreating Fabulous Iconic Dresses offers 10
patterns for twenty dresses, provides two-color drawings by Kerrie Hess, and covers all kinds of
classic dresses, from frocks worn by Marilyn to Farrah's wrap dress. Vintage photos of the
original appear beside color illustrations of the finished frock, while full-size sewing patterns for
some ten dresses inspired by these classics make for a fine sewing guide for updated
patterns.
Advanced Textiles for Health and Well-Being
Marie O'Mahony
Thames and Hudson
500 - 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
9780500515877, $50.00, www.thamesandhudsonusa.com
Advanced Textiles for Health and Well-Being comes from creative designers and engineers
developing new, high-performance fabrics and provides a fine survey of the latest technological
advances in manmade fibers and fabrics. Chapters consider the materials, coatings and new
developments in biotechnology and nanotechnology and provide over 200 color illustrations in
an authoritative resource for design professionals and fashion students alike.
The Architecture Shelf
Roberto Burle Marx: The Modernity of Landscape
Lauro Cavalcanti, Fares El-Dahdah, and Francis Rambert, editors
Actar
151 Grand Street, 5th floor
New York, NY 10013
9788492861675 $49.95 www.actar.com
Roberto Burle Marx: The Modernity of Landscape showcases the Palais de Chaillot 2011
exhibition and lecture series showcasing the lifetime achievements of internationally celebrated
landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx. Stunning, full-color photography of Marx's roads,
layouts, buildings, complexes, and more, as well as copies of inspired artworks and diagrams, fill
this extraordinary compendium that is the next best thing to witnessing the exhibition in person.
Essays by a variety of expert contributors, and even some previously untranslated texts by Marx
himself, complement this beautiful and inspirational tribute with emphasis on Marx's ideas for
the garden as an expression of art and incorporating landscape architecture into city structure.
Highly recommended for especially for college library architectural studies shelves.
Nano House
Phyllis Richardson
Thames and Hudson
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110-0017
9780500342732, $29.96, www.thamesandhudsonusa.com
NANO HOUSE: INNOVATIONS FOR SMALL DWELLINGS is a pick for homeowner and
architecture collections alike, profiling the latest solutions for houses where space is limited and
nature must be preserved and considering new eco-materials and new prefabrication technologies
that have led to revolutionary new approaches to small-scale habitats. Phyllis Richardson has
written numerous books on interiors and design: her discussion of small dwelling innovations
provides a fine survey for architects, designers and homeowners alike.
Mediterranean Architecture
Jock M. Seawall, AIA
Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
4880 Lower Valley Road, Atglen, PA 19310
9780764338915, $100.00, www.schifferbooks.com
MEDITERRANEAN ARCHITECTURE: A SOURCEBOOK OF ARCHITECTURAL
ELEMENTS packs in well over 1,000 images and discussions of specific elements of
Mediterranean architectural style and is a 'must' for any collection strong in the region's special
attributes. It's an in-depth study organized by type of elements from fountains to wrought iron,
roof elements, exterior stairs and other specifics. Full-page color photos offer close-up specifics
on these elements, offering a photographic survey intended to help architects identify styles in
existing buildings to incorporate them successfully into modern efforts. No
serious architectural library should be without this!
Aesthetic Theory
Mark Foster Gage
W.W. Norton
500 - 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
9780393733495, $29.95, www.wwnorton.com
AESTHETIC THEORY: ESSENTIAL TEXTS FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
reconsiders historic and modern texts on architecture and objects to blend philosophy, aesthetics,
literature and art history in a blend of ideas about structure and beauty, and is a recommended
pick for college-level architecture and design collections. It proposes a different framework for
understanding aesthetics that embraces these wide-ranging elements, and provides designers and
architects with a set of new standards defining design practices across disciplines. A fine
recommendation for any college-level architecture and arts holding!
Project Japan: Metabolism Talks
Rem Koolhaas, et.al.
TASCHEN America
107 Greene Street, New York, NY 10012
9783836525084, $59.99, www.taschen.com
Project Japan interviews the remaining members of Metabolism, a group of apprentice architects,
artists and designers who created a new form of architecture in Japan that proposed a radical
makeover of the entire land. This history and artistic survey of their designs is a 'must' for any
collection strong in global architectural trends: it provides a rare survey that incorporates the
ideals and creations of the group with interviews with their collaborators, rivals, mentors, critics
and families, and it documents the last avant-garde movement to realize that architecture was a
public philosophy rather than a private endeavor. Simply outstanding!
FEAC Certified Architect CEA Study Guide
Prakash C. Rao, MS, CEA
McGraw-Hill
c/o The McGraw Hill Companies
Two Penn Plaza, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10121-2298
0071756132, $80.00, www.mhprofessional.com
FEAC Certified Architect CEA Study Guide is a 'must' for any who would take the exam,
offering a combination of test review and practices. Coverage of all official CEA exam
objectives are included in a certification guide that offers simulated exam questions that match
the format, tone and difficulty of the real exam. Tables of examples, charts showing operational
resource flow and matrix models, and more provide clear, specific details, discussions and exam
prototypes. A 'must' reference for any FEAC test-taker!
The Art Shelf
Nihilism, Art, and Technology
Sven-Olov Wallenstein
Department of Philosophy, Stockholm University
c/o Lightning Source
1246 Heil Quaker Boulevard
Las Vergne, TN 37086
www.lightningsource.com
9789174470734, $25.00, www.amazon.com
"Nihilism, Art, and Technology" by Sven-Olov is a slender 92-page treatise on the role played by
technology (with an particular emphasis on the thought of the German philosopher Martin
Heidegger) in the development of an artistic avant-garde. Illustrating the complex relationship
between art and technology Wallenstein draws the impact of photography, architecture and more.
Erudite, insightful, informed, informative, thoughtful and thought-provoking, "Nihilism, Art, and
Technology" is a rewarding, seminal read, as well as an especially recommended addition to
academic library Philosophy Studies reference collections and collegiate level supplemental
reading lists.
The History of the Church
Jacques Duquesne & Francois Lebrette
Duquesne University Press
600 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15282
9780820704371, $29.95, www.dupress.duq.edu
Art has developed closely along with the church for many years. "The History of the Church"
delves through the Christian church's history with relevant art pieces that have gained fame,
hundreds of years after their creation. These works have attained their immortality much through
the church, and Jacques Duquesne & Francois Lebrette bring readers a fascinating discussion of
their connection and the art itself. "The History of the Church" is a fine addition to any Christian
or Artistic studies collection.
Ian Baxter& Works 1958-2011
David Moos, editor
Goose Lane Editions
500 Beverbrook Court, Suite 330
Fredericton, NB, Canada, E3B 5X4
9780864926463, $45.00, www.gooselane.com
Art is created whether it's a snap of a button or a paint brush. "Iain Baxter & Works 1958-2011"
looks into the unique art of Ian Baxter, who used photography to present an unusual angle on the
world. Legally attaching an ampersand to the end of his name, making it legally Iain Baxter&, the
ampersand recognized that art works with its beholder to be truly something worth viewing. "Iain
Baxter & Works 1958-2011" is a full color, coffee table book that shouldn't be missed by lovers
of intriguing art, highly recommended.
How to Draw Chiller Monsters, Werewolves, Vampires, and Zombies
J. David Spurlock
Watson Guptill Publications
c/o The Random House Publishing Group
1745 Broadway, 17th floor
New York, NY 10019
9780823095322, $19.99, www.wgpub.com
It's easy to draw an abomination - in a bad way. It takes a bit more skill to draw an abomination
in a good way. "How to Draw Chiller Monsters, Werewolves, Vampires, and Zombies" is a guide
to drawing the creepy monsters of the night with both tradition and creativity in capturing the
themes of horror and terror. With plenty of art throughout in full color and many walkthroughs
on making memorable art, "How to Draw Chiller Monsters, Werewolves, Vampires, and
Zombies" is a fine pick for any aspiring horror artist.
Transport
William Steiger
Hudson Hills Press
3556 Main Street, Manchester, VT 05254
9781555953584, $60.00, www.hudsonhills.com
TRANSPORT is the first monograph of New York artist William Steiger and offers a survey of
his landscape paintings and images, making this a fine acquisition for New York or arts
collections. Ten section openers provide writings by leading critics and architects to accompany
the painting reproductions, which focus on New York themes and places. The ongoing contrast
between manmade and natural is highlighted in an fine survey recommended for any arts
collection strong in modern artistic representations.
Lessons in Classical Drawing
Juliette Aristides
Watson Guptill Publications
c/o The Crown Publishing Group
1745 Broadway, 17th floor, New York, NY 10019
9780823006595, $29.99, www.watsonguptill.com
Lessons in Classical Drawing: Essential Techniques from Inside the Atelier includes a
companion DVD tutorial and provides a complete analysis of drawing and it elements. The entire
drawing process is broken down into small, manageable lessons that teach basic techniques and
approaches, while the companion DVD, filmed in Italy, provides drawing lessons with live
instruction. Black and white and color illustrations throughout provide good-sized illustration of
the entire drawing process, making this a top pick for any aspiring illustrator and collections
catering to them.
The Science Shelf
Handbook of Sustainable Energy
Ibon Galarraga, Mikel Gonzalez-Eguino, and Anil Markandya, editors
Edward Elgar Publishing
9 Dewey Court
Northampton, MA 01060-3815
9781849801157 $280.00 www.e-elgar.com
Handbook of Sustainable Energy is a scholarly assemblage of essays from a diversity of
international experts discussing cutting-edge research concerning energy economics, renewable
energy, efficiency, and climate policy. Individual essays include "Sustainability criteria for
energy resources and technologies", "Energy supply and the sustainability of endogenous
growth", "Nuclear power in the twenty-first century", "Energy and poverty: the perspective of
poor countries", and much more. Charts, graphs, mathematical equations, and more aids enhance
these rational essays backed by scientific data. In today's modern world where energy resources
are increasingly scarce, climate change is a hot-button issue, and population growth continues to
push the need to promote sustainable living, Handbook of Sustainable Energy is highly
recommended as an absolutely invaluable contribution to graduate school libraries and the pool
of literature available to professionals in the field.
Cosmic Numbers
James D. Stein
Basic Books
c/o Perseus Book Group
387 Park Avenue South, New York NY 10016
9780465021987, $25.99, www.basicbooks.com
COSMIC NUMBERS: THE NUMBERS THAT DEFINE OUR UNIVERSE comes from a math
professor who reveals the power of numbers and considers the idea of 'cosmic numbers' that
define our world. His explorations of ideas such as Boltzmann's constant follows the notions of
ancient to modern scientists and mathematicians, considering the meaning behind mathematics
and its influence on physics, chemistry and astronomy. Any interested in numbers theories will
find this a winning survey.
The Infinity Puzzle
Frank Close
Basic Books
c/o Perseus Book Group
387 Park Avenue South, New York NY 10016
9780465021444, $28.99, www.basicbooks.com
THE INFINITY PUZZLE: Quantum Field Theory and the Hunt for an Orderly Universe is a
recommendation not just for college-level science holdings, but for general-interest libraries and
considers the theory and meaning of the Higgs boson. The basic premise, puzzle, and race
between physicists to figure out the answer is charted in a series of lively chapters that provide
general readers with an accessible basis in physics theory and quantum field research. In the
course of explaining the research history, Oxford physicist Frank Close documents the major
personalities involved in the Higgs theory and its pursuit. A fine addition to any general science
collection!
The Elements: A Visual Exploration
Theodore Gray
Black Dog & Leventhal
151 West 19th Street, New York, NY 10011
9781579128142, $29.95, www.blackdogandleventhal.com
The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe pairs photos by
Theodore Gray and Nick Mann with a fine visual survey of the 118 elements in the periodic
table. It comes from five years of research and offers close-up color shots of each element in its
pure form, along with facts, figures and scientific data on their properties. General-interest public
libraries and school science holdings from high school to college will find this equally attractive
to lay and science readers, offering a fine study packed with visual representation rare in the
science world. Highly recommended for a wide range of collections!
A Strange Wilderness
Amir D. Aczel
Sterling Publishing
387 Park Avenue South, New York NY 10016-8610
9781402785849, $24.95, www.sterlingpublishing.com
A STRANGE WILDERNESS: THE LIVES OF THE GREAT MATHEMATICIANS reads like
fiction but provides a fine story of mathematicians and how they arrived at their groundbreaking
theorems. A host of famous mathematicians are revealed, with stories probing their lives,
personalities, and eccentric ways. From Rene Descartes, a swordsman extraordinaire who made
math one of his many pastimes, to Georg Cantor, who struggled with mental illness even as he
produced revolutionary theorems, this provides a fine, lively survey suitable for any math and
general-interest science holding.
Shells
Joyce Tenneson
Down East
Box 679, Camden, ME 04843
9780892729760, $40.00, www.downeast.com
SHELLS: NATURE'S EXQUISITE CREATIONS provides a lovely photographic celebration of
the art and science of seashells, and provides a fine survey packing in pages of color photos of
shells. It comes from a passionate shell collector who packs pages of color photos with natural
history details on shells, creating a presentation suitable for arts and science holdings alike.
SHELLS is a gorgeous presentation, not to be missed!
The Manga Guide to Biochemistry
Masharu Takemura, Kikuyaro and Office Sawa
No Starch Press
38 Ringold St., San Francisco CA 94103
9781593272760, $24.95, www.nostarch.com/manga
The Manga Guide to Biochemistry joins others in No Starch Press's line of educational comics
and uses the black and white manga comic format to offer an introduction to biochemistry.
Educational manga has helped students around the world learn complicated math and science:
this covers everything from lipids and how DNA is transcribed into RNA to healthy eating and
more, offering college and high school students an easily-accessed reference perfect for slow
science learners.
Changes in the Technological Landscape
Svante Lindqvist
Science History Publishing
Box 1240, Sagamore Beach, MA 02562-1240
9780881354003, $55.00, www.shpusa.com
Changes in the Technological Landscape: Essays in the History of Science and Technology
provides college-level collections with a gathering of articles and essays synthesizing the author's
thinking over several decades on the history and philosophy of science and technology. With
subjects such as the history and science of capital punishment to labs in the woods around the
world, this offers a fine survey blending philosophy, science, and historical inquiry suitable for
any scholarly holding.
The Species Seekers
Richard Conniff
W.W. Norton
500 - 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
9780393341324, $17.95, www.wwnorton.com
THE SPECIES SEEKERS: HEROES, FOOLS, AND THE MAD PURSUIT OF LIFE ON
EARTH tells of explorers who made it their mission to help catalog life on earth. There are only
a little over 4,000 species listed by Linnaeus in 1758 - and some 2 million today. This recounts
the early naturalists who discovered unknown creatures around the world, enduring all kinds of
tribulations and trials in the process of discovering new species. THE SPECIES SEEKERS
covers an era when humanity hungered for these new discoveries, and provides a history not just
of species discovery efforts, but how these discoveries changed belief systems and contributed to
scientific and religious changes around the world. A fine guide for any science and nature
collection and many a general holding.
The Environmental Studies Shelf
Water: Asia's New Battleground
Brahma Chellaney
Georgetown University Press
3240 Prospect St. NW, Washington DC 20007
9781589017719, $29.95, www.press.georgetown.edu
Water: Asia's New Battleground is a top recommendation for any college-level collection strong
in Asian or natural resources issues, and tells how the issues of tomorrow's Asia may revolve
around water rights. Pollution, global warming and over development are straining the entire
region's water resources: this documents the increasing evidence that water stress is to be Asia's
defining crisis of the 21st century, discussing water resources over national boundaries and
potentials for conflict throughout the region. Any collection strong in links between natural
resources management and politics will find this a key acquisition.
The American History Shelf
We've Got a Job
Cynthia Levinson
Peachtree Publishers, Ltd.
1700 Chattahoochee Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30318-2112
9781561456277, $19.95, www.peachtree-online.com
The future should be something very important to young people. "We've Got a Job: The 1963
Birmingham Children's March" discusses the Civil Rights movement in 1963 in Birmingham,
Alabama. Daring to stand against police brutality and the segregation system of the era, they
followed the words of Dr. Martin Luther King and helped push America into a more clear vision
of Thomas Jefferson's decree of all men are created equal. "We've Got a Job" is a strongly
recommended retrospective on the civil rights movement and one event that gained much ground
in making it all matter.
Our Mark on This Land
Ren and Helen Davis
The McDonald & Woodward Publishing Company
431-B East College Street
Granville, OH 43023
1935778188, $29.95, www.mwpubco.com
America's natural beauty is one of its unsung greatest treasures. "Our Mark on This Land: A
Guide to the Legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps in America's Parks" discusses the history
behind this group, which for nine years leading up to World War II did much to establish much
of America's nature and beauty beneath it all. Founded by Franklin Roosevelt in 1932, the effects
of the program still show strongly, as the authors provide a guide to the handiwork of the group
in the modern day. "Our Mark on This Land" is a fine addition to any environmentalism and
history collection.
Cultivating Regionalism
Kenneth H. Wheeler
Northern Illinois University Press
c/o Chicago Distribution Center
11030 S. Langley Ave.
Chicago, IL 60628
9780875804446, $38.00, www.niupress.niu.edu
As America expanded west, education played a bigger part than many believed. "Cultivating
Regionalism: Higher Education and the Making of the American Midwest" discusses the role of
the Midwestern college in establishing the Midwestern culture. Breaking away from the
traditional educational programs of the East and South, the Midwest developed their own brand,
giving the region a unique brand of culture and sense. "Cultivating Regionalism" is a fascinating
study of educational history and how it helped the evolution of major part of Americana.
America, Empire of Liberty
David Reynolds
Basic Books
c/o Perseus Book Group
387 Park Avenue South, New York NY 10016
9780465022144, $19.99, www.basicbooks.com
America, Empire of Liberty: A New History of the United States comes from a historian who
uses Jefferson's phrase as the foundation for a dialogue about American history from early times
to modern. It provides a single-volume history of the U.S. and considers the evolution of this
country to superpower status in modern times, considering the pros and cons during the course of
its evolution. The concepts of 'empire', 'faith' and 'liberty' are at the heart of discussions that offer
a chronological assessment of America's evolutionary process, perfect for general or American
history collections alike!
The World History Shelf
The San Juan Islands
JoAnn Roe
Caxton Press
312 Main Street
Caldwell, ID 83605
9780870045042, $16.95, www.caxtonpress.com
With a history of conflict and natural beauty, the San Juan islands have become a tourist
attraction in recent years. "The San Juan Islands: Into the 21st Century" discusses the island's
modern place, with a unique place and serenity in contrast to the urbanizing Washington state.
With a booming farming, fishing, and other communities, "The San Juan Islands" is a much
recommended pick for anyone seeking to learn about this beautiful archipelago.
Dancing with Colonels
Marjorie Havreberg
South Dakota State Historical Society Press
900 Governors Drive
Pierre, SC 57501-2217
9780984504138, $18.95, www.sdshspress.com
At war, discussion of the future proves vital. "Dancing with Colonels: A Young Woman's
Adventures in Wartime Turkey" is a collection of letters written by Marjorie Havreberg in her
travels to Turkey as a wartime secretary throughout World War II, through America's neutrality
and participation in the war. Her letters compile a unique view of the military powers in the many
challenges of their jobs. A human look at the conflict from another perspective, "Dancing with
Colonels" is an excellent addition to any history collection with a focus on the second world
war.
Community and Frontier
John C. Lehr
University of Manitoba Press
301 St. John's College
Winnipeg, MB, Canada, R3T 2M5
9780887557255, $27.95, www.umanitoba.ca/uofmpress
In a new land, some people strive to make the most out of their plight. "Community and Frontier:
A Ukrainian Settlement in the Canadian Parkland" discusses the foundation of one of the first
Ukrainian settlements in western Canada. John C. Lehr discusses the Stuartburn colony, and the
challenges it faced in its early history, and the discrimination that many Eastern European
immigrants faced in the era. "Community and Frontier" is an excellent cultural history, highly
recommended.
1494
Stephen R. Bown
Thomas Dunne Books
c/o St. Martin's Press
175 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10010
9780312616120 $27.99 www.stmartins.com
A new world shoved a wedge in the old. "1494: How a Family Feud in Medieval Spain Divided
the World in Half" discusses the split between Spain and Portugal as the two Iberian nations
clawed at one another for control of the world's oceans. As Christopher Columbus returned from
his legendary voyage, the Treaty of Tordesillas divided the world's oceans, making both countries
super powers, and fired the first shot in debating the territorial status of the world's oceans.
"1494" is a strong and much recommended addition to any history collection, especially those
with a focus on the Renaissance and the discovery of the Americas.
The Anatomy of a South African Genocide
Mohamed Adhikari
Ohio University Press
The Ridges, Building 19
Athens, OH 45701
9780821419878, $16.95, www.ohioswallow.com
Genocide is still a very real threat in the modern world. "The Anatomy of a South African
Genocide: The Extermination of the Cape San Peoples" traces modern African history, who
recall the genocide faced by the Cap Sans people at the hands of European Colonialism. Bands of
hunter gatherer societies were faced with the rising challenge of European colonialism and often
faced militia over two centuries, leaving a people defeated in the modern day. "The Anatomy of a
South African Genocide" chronicles this tragic tale, a very much recommended addition to any
world history collection.
Texada Tapestry
Heather Harbord
Harbour Publishing
PO Box 219
Madeira Park, BC, Canada, V0N 2H0
9781550175370, $32.95, www.harbourpublishing.com
Through fools gold and a beautiful coastline, the history of the isle of Texada is not one often
known, but proves quite intriguing. "Texada Tapestry" is a history of this island in the gulf of
Georgia in the Canadian province of British Columbia. A history filled with political scandal,
riots, struggles for equality, and a good dose of personal history throughout, Heather Harbord
presents a lovingly crafted history of a small community with a strong history and a lot of
character. "Texada Tapestry" is a fine pick for any community library collection focusing on
Canadian history.
The Christian Studies Shelf
Glory in the Cross
Paul Turner
The Liturgical Press
St. John's Abbey, PO Box 7500
Collegeville, MN 56321-7500
9780814662427, $24.95, www.litpress.org
As Catholics move forward, it becomes easier to misunderstand the scripture. "Glory in the
Cross: Holy Week in the Third Edition of The Roman Missal" discusses Holy Week and the
recent revisions made to it in the past sixty years. Paul Turner, a scholar priest, seeks to explain
the changes and promote discussion from ministers and other followers of religious text
understand this important aspect of post Vatican II reform. "Glory in the Cross" is a strongly
recommended pick for Christian studies collections.
God, Grace, & Girlfriends
Mary R. Snyder
New Hope Publishers
PO Box 830711
Birmingham, AL 35283-0711
9781596693265, $16.99, www.newhopepublishers.com
Loving thy neighbor is a major aspect of Christianity, and there are few neighbors you love more
than your friends. "God, Grace, & Girlfriends: Adventures in Faith and Friendship" is an
exploration of Christian friendship between women as Mary Snyder writes with humor and
charm as she speaks on faith and bonding with those closest to you and advancing through life as
Christians. "God, Grace, & Girlfriends" is a spiritual and much recommended read for Christian
collections.
All Roads Lead to the Text
Dean B. Deppe
Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
2140 Oak Industrial Drive, NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
9780802865957, $25.00, www.eerdmans.com
The key to understanding the Christian faith ultimately lies in scripture. "All Roads Lead to the
Text: Eight Methods of Inquiry Into the Bible" is a guide to scripture study from Dean B. Deppe,
who advises readers on how better interpret the word, understanding scripture as history,
literature, and a spiritual text. A solid introduction to being a biblical scholar, "All Roads Lead to
the Text" is an excellent and much recommended pick for community and college Christian
studies collections.
What to Do When Jesus is Hungry?
Andrew Apostoli
Ignatius Press
PO Box 1339
Fort Collins, CO 80522
9781586174491, $14.95, www.ignatius.com
Charity was perhaps one of the virtues closest to Jesus. "What to Do When Jesus is Hungry?: A
Practical Guide to Works of Mercy" discusses the importance of charity as Father Andrew
Apostoli as he discusses seven acts of mercy, six of which were held dear to the heart of Jesus.
Answering the needs of food, drink, clothing, warmth, compassion, and sharing that kindness,
Father Apostoli adds that there are other elements we must remember, such as forgiveness, not
giving into anger, and honoring the dead. "What to Do When Jesus is Hungry?" is a powerful
read with a strong message, not to be overlooked.
A Book of Prayers for Couples
Stormie Omartian
Harvest House Publishers
990 Owen Loop North
Eugene, Oregon 97402-9173
9780736946698, $12.99, www.harvesthousepublishers.com
Prayer is a powerful tool of faith, and is something that should be shared between couples. "A
Book of Prayers for Couples" discussing faith within a couple, and bringing it together to
enhance a bond that can last a lifetime. Storme Omartian advises readers how they can bring faith
into their relationships more completely, making for a very much recommended read. "A Book of
Prayers for Couples" is an excellent pick and much recommended read for Christian studies
collections focusing on relationships.
Table Life
Joanne Thmpson
Beaver's Pond Press
7108 Ohms Lane
Edina, MN 55439
9781592984534, $18.00, www.BeaversPondPress.com
Jesus's virtue of hospitality must never be forgotten. "Table Life: Savoring The Hospitality of
Jesus in Your Home" discusses the table as the center of life of a Christian, of kindness and
charity to others. Drawing on how Jesus led by the dinner table and through discussion and
celebration, one can do the same, "Table Life" is a practical guide for spreading the love of Christ
through thoughtful goodwill on a daily basis.
Hearts on Fire
Penny Lernoux
Orbis Books
PO Box 308
Maryknoll, NY 10545-0308
9781570759345, $25.00, www.orbisbooks.com
Goodwill and charity are major tenants of Christianity. "Hearts on Fire" is a chronicle of the
Maryknoll Sisters of Saint Dominic, who through their lives of dedication, made a difference in
many countries in need all around the world. The late Penny Lernoux provided a study of the
Catholic Church and those who work for the faith, and this centenary edition provides much
additional information added to this vital following of women who dared to make a difference.
"Hearts on Fire" is a must for Christian history shelves.
Secrets of Heaven
Emanuel Swedenborg
Swedenborg Foundation
320 North Church Street
West Chester, PA 19380
9780877854111, $14.95, www.swedenborg.com
True understanding of the Bible comes from deep thought through its study. "Secrets of Heaven"
is the second volume of the famed scientist-philosopher Emanuel Swedenborg, who gained
reverence for his thoughtful discussion of Biblical philosophy and spirituality on many levels,
this volume focusing on Genesis chapters 9 to 15. Expertly translated by Lisa Hyatt Cooper,
those seeking a deep, comprehensive discussion of Genesis and its meaning to the faith.
Nurturing Spiritual Depth in Christian Worship
Janice Jean Springer
Resource Publications, Inc.
160 E. Virginia St. #290
San Jose, CA 95112
9780893906795, $21.95, www.amazon.com
The depth of one's faith is not simply having Christ in your heart. "Nurturing Spiritual Depth in
Christian Worship" discusses Christian worship and faith, with a tinge of deeper spirituality and
new age ideals. Encouraging a more meaningful faith made of emotions and energies rather than
archaic and hard to understand words, "Nurturing Spiritual Depth in Christian Worship" is a
must for those who want to more inspire a more meaningful faith in themselves and those around
them.
The Other Side of Chaos
Margaret Silf
Loyola Press
3441 North Ashland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
9780829433081, $13.95, www.LoyolaBooks.org
Life is rarely orderly. "The Other Side of Chaos" is an inspirational and Christian-drive guide
form Margaret Silf who discusses how to deal with the chaos of our lives that can come with
suddenly losing our lives, the tumultuous waves of divorce, and so much more on top of it all.
"The Other Side of Chaos" is a strongly recommended pick for any Christian who finds the rapid
changes in their life to be one of the tests they don't think they can pass.
Widening the Circle
Joanna Shenk, editor
Herald Press
616 Walnut Avenue
Scottsdale, PA 15683-1999
9780836195583, $14.99, www.heraldpress.com
Inclusion is the name of the faith in coming years. "Widening the Circle: Experiments in
Christian Discipleship" discusses the rise of the Anabaptist and Mennonite brands of Christian
faith in recent years and how they have often clashed the more traditional religious institutions.
Many theologians and thinkers come together and present an intriguing picture of Christianity on
the whole. "Widening the Circle" is an intriguing discussion of Christianity and its future
throughout North America, highly recommended.
Analogia Entis
Steven A. Long
University of Notre Dame Press
310 Flanner Hall
Notre Dame, IN 46556
9780268034122, $28.00, www.undpress.nd.edu
Deeper understanding of faith is a deeper understanding of who we are. "Analogia Entis: On the
Analogy of Being, Metaphysics, and the Act of Faith" is a deeper discussion of faith and its place
from Steven A. Long. Discussing the works and words of St. Thomas of Aquinas, their place in
spirituality, and discussing the nature of philosophy and metaphysics and its connections to God,
"Analogia Entis" is a strongly recommended pick, not to be overlooked for Christian and general
philosophical community and college library collections.
Lazarus, Come Forth!
John Dear
Orbis Books
PO Box 308
Maryknoll, NY 10545-0308
9781570759369, $20.00, www.orbisbooks.com
Lazarus, Come Forth!: How Jesus Confronts the Culture of Death and Invites Us into the New
Life of Peace combines scholarship and a personal spiritual journey to show how the Gospel
story invites individuals and communities alike to discover the journey from death to new life.
The resurrection of Lazarus is recounted from John's Gospel and provides both analysis of
passages from John and discussion of the author's personal interpretation. A fine survey
evolves!
Catholicism for Dummies, second edition
Rev. John Trigilio, Jr., PhD, ThD
Rev. Keneth Brighenti, PhD
John Wiley
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9781118077788, $22.99, www.wiley.com
The second updated edition of Catholicism for Dummies provides a basic and easy reference to
Catholicism, from prayers and the Church to Catholic interpretations of saints, religion and faith.
Catholics receive a fine guide to taking their faith to new levels, including a guide to praying the
Rosary, while newcomers to Catholicism receive an excellent overview that is packed with the
latest insights on faith, reflection and Catholicism. Any collection seeking a basic introduction
for everyone will find Catholicism for Dummies the item of choice.
Raised by the Church
Edward Rohs and Judith Estrine
Fordham University Press
University Box L, Bronx NY 10458
9780823240227, $22.95, www.fordham.edu
RAISED BY THE CHURCH: GROWING UP IN NEW YORK CITY'S CATHOLIC
ORPHANAGES follows the author's growth in a series of Catholic orphanages - five in all - in
New York City in postwar New York. From 1946 on he was raised in the Catholic orphanage
system, and this book charts the history of Catholic orphanages, beliefs about the poor and about
religions, and how the Catholic orphanage system in New York exploded with growth in the 19th
and 20th centuries. This wide-ranging title will appeal to many types of collections, from
spiritual holdings to those strong in social issues or New York history.
Tyndale House Publishers
351 Executive Drive, Carol Stream, IL 60188
www.tyndalehouse.com
It seems fairly certain the 'Left Behind' authors Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins couldn't have
envisioned what a powerful and lasting impact their religious novel LEFT BEHIND would bring.
Based on the Book of Revelation, LEFT BEHIND uses Biblical writings paired with fictional
characters and events surrounding the End of Days, creating a vivid plot packed with the power
of one unbeliever's conversion just as the world experiences massive disappearances - and just as
a political figure seems to rise from conflict and confusion to offer purpose and meaning to a
panicked world. In short order four other books joined the LEFT BEHIND: The Tale of the
Earth's Last Days (TRIBULATION FORCE: The Continuing Drama of Those Left Behind,
NICOLAE: The Rise of the Anti-Christ, and SOUL HARVEST: The World Takes Sides),
extended the story line, and are now available in a slipcased paperback set (0842357459,
$55.96). The reading level is purposely set low; not so that a substandard reading level is
required, but so as to assure the plot remains an accessible, quick read for the vast majority of
general-interest spirituality readers. In the course of four adventures the strongest protagonists
left behind face the spectre of Nicolae, the apparent anti-Christ who will lead the world to final
battle, and find their own beliefs and hearts changed in the process of their personal and political
confrontation with a monster. Volumes 5-8 in the series continue the saga with another 4-
paperback slipcased set available (0842357467, $55.96). Continuing the confrontation between
good and evil in this set is APOLIYON: The Destroyer is Unleashed, ASSASSINS, THE
INDWELLING and THE MARK. In APOLYION Buck and his wife question whether they
should have a child in the face of the possible destruction of the world while Nicolae continues
his rise to power, Assassins: Assignment: Jerusalem, Target: Antichrist continues to tell how the
scattered Tribulation Force is struggling to regroup as Nicolae is rebuilding the world and his
power, The Indwelling: The Beast Takes Possession follows the assassination of the Antichrist in
which Force members are indicted while the world mourns its leader - until a miracle happens at
Nicolae's funeral. The Mark: The Beast Rules the World reveals Nicolae for what he is, to the
rest of the world: an Antichrist who begins his reign of terror. His wielding of technology allows
his personal mark to be placed on all, as the Force struggles against him. The last novels of the
series are not yet boxed and slipcased but are no less powerful for their individual presentation.
DESECRATION: ANTICHRIST TAKES THE THRONE (9781414334981, $14.99) presents
Nicolae in full power roaming the Earth as sores appear upon the flesh of his followers and the
Force retreats only to watch bombs begin to fall on a doomed planet. THE REMNANT: ON THE
BRINK OF ARMAGEDDON (9781414334998, $14.99) continues to hold the tension as Buck
and his friends flee the destructive path the wicked Nicolae is carving through the world.
ARMAGEDDON; THE COSMIC BATTLE OF THE AGES (9781414335001, $14.99) moves
into the last battleground of the Middle East as the Force awaits the Second Coming.
GLORIOUS APPEARING: THE END OF DAYS (9781414335018, $14.99) offers the final
conclusion - The Second Coming - and chronicles the final battle between the Force and evil,
concluding 7 years of tribulation as prophesied in Revelations. There are repetitions of plot and
theme in every book and while some might argue the entire story could've been told in fewer
volumes, few will argue that the saga in its entirety offers a depth and drama based on religious
and moral inspection that could not have been captured in fewer books. It's this attention to
personal struggle by those who have already been passed over for The Rapture that make this
entire series so fascinating. Underlying the obvious good vs. evil structure and the direct Biblical
quotes and structure is the changing and very real human dilemmas that continue in a world
changed by the now-obvious presence of an evil force. LEFT BEHIND's ability to mirror Biblical
prophecy while creating protagonists who convert only to find their newfound faiths tested makes
for a gripping saga for Christians and secular readers alike. The simpler writing style won't
detract from the action even for more educated readers expecting something complex, while
allowing wide accessibility for audiences whose reading levels aren't at the advanced college
level.
The Religion/Spirituality Shelf
Holy Misogyny
April D. DeConick
Continuum International Publishing Group
80 Maiden Lane, Suite 704, NY, NY 10038
www.continuumbooks.com
9780826405616, $24.95, www.amazon.com
The earliest decades of the Christian movement saw the beginnings of gender role conflicts
exemplified by Paul's exhortation against women preaching in church gatherings. The
suppression of women's roles in favor of male ecclesiastical privilege continued to strengthen in
the succeeding early centuries and still have immense ramifications in the Catholic, Orthodox,
and Protestant congregations and churches today. "Holy Misogyny: Why the Sex and Gender
Conflicts in the Early Church Still Matter" is a superbly researched 200-page compendium by
April D. DeConick (Isla Carroll and Percy E. Turner Professor of Biblical Studies, Rice
University) presenting the origins of such Christian doctrinal issues as to why God is male, the
association of women with sin, the denial of priesthood to females, and more. Informed and
informative, thoughtful and thought-provoking, "Holy Misogyny: Why the Sex and Gender
Conflicts in the Early Church Still Matter" is a strongly recommended read for anyone concerned
with the origin of gender equality issues within the contemporary Christian community.
A Constructive Theology of Intellectual Disability
Molly C. Haslam
Fordham University Press
2546 Belmont Avenue
University Box L
Bronx, NY 10458-5172
9780823239412, $24.00, www.fordhampress.com
The nature of humanity is never absolute, and that fact is what makes it so often confusing. "A
Constructive Theology of Intellectual Disability: Human Being as Mutuality and Response" is a
study of philosophy and theology from Molly C. Haslam as she discusses the works of Gordon
Kaufman & George Lindbeck, as well as the works of others, discussing the many aspects of
humanity's role in the world, and trying to understand a very confusing topic. "A Constructive
Theology of Intellectual Disability" is a strong pick for philosophy and anthropology collections,
very much recommended.
The King James Bible and the World it Made
David Lyle Jeffrey, editor
Baylor University Press
One Bear Place, #97363
Waco, TX 76798-7363
9781602584167, $24.95, www.baylorpress.com
English in one form of another is over a thousand years old, but the establishment of the King
James Bible set standards for the language for centuries to come. "The King James Bible and the
World It Made" discusses the continuing prominence of the King James Bible, and its important
role in acting as sort of a foundation for English literature and English writing. Many theologians
and professors of English literature come together to present an intriguing retrospective on the
King James Bible and what is has wrought. "The King James Bible and the World It Made" is a
choice pick for religion and literary collections.
The Intimate Life
Judith Blackstone, PhD
Sounds True
413 South Arthur Avenue
Louisville, CO 80027
9781604075625, $16.95, www.soundstrue.com
THE INTIMATE LIFE: AWAKENING TO THE SPIRITUAL ESSENCE IN YOURSELF AND
OTHERS comes form a teacher and psychotherapist who shares seventeen practices relating
psychology to spiritual awakening. These practices teach foundation skills, from overcoming
boundary problems to cultivating awareness and physical contact. It's all about making contact
with the world on many different levels: THE INTIMATE LIFE discusses these levels and how
to get the most from them.
The Business Shelf
The Ultimate Child Care Marketing Guide
Kris Murray
Redleaf Press
10 Yorkton Court
St. Paul, MN 55117
9781605540832, $29.95, www.redleafpress.org
Even the best of intents need to market themselves. "The Ultimate Child Care Marketing Guide:
Tactics, Tools, and Strategies for Success" is an advisory for those who have entered the child
care business and want to reach out to potential clients, to inspire the trust needed to be an
effective child care business. In a business of compassion and care, Kris Murray does well in
explaining how to establish the professionalism and trustworthiness to excel in this field. "The
Ultimate Child Care Marketing Guide" is a much recommended pick for business and child care
collections.
The Optimization Edge
Steve Sashihara
The McGraw Hill Companies
Two Penn Plaza, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10121-2298
978071746571, $35.00, www.books.mcgraw-hill.com
Making the best of what you have can mean the world. "The Optimization Edge: Reinventing
Decision Making to Maximize All Your Company's Assets" is a guide for business managers to
the things one can do to make the most out of one's business. Keeping a business's fundamentals
running cleanly, making everything run more smoothly, and keeping the company prepared for
any problems that may arise, "The Optimization Edge" is an excellent and choice pick for any
business manager who believes his company can do better than it's doing.
Delivering Knock Your Socks Off Service
Performance Research Associates, Inc.
American Management Association
1601 Broadway
New York, NY 10019
9780814417553, $18.95, www.amacombooks.org
Nothing will get a customer coming back faster than excellent service. "Delivering Knock Your
Socks Off Service" is a business guide from Performance Research Associates as they advise
business leaders to provide that excellent service. Discussing the exact value of good service,
dealing with customer complaints, the power of simply listening, and when being the hero is
impossible. "Delivering Knock Your Socks Off Service" is a strongly recommended pick for any
manager who thinks that extra mile will make all the difference.
Wiley
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
www.wiley.com
Karl Denninger's LEVERAGE: HOW CHEAP MONEY WILL DESTROY THE WORLD
(9781118122846, $34.95) comes from a market commentator who follows the path of money
through history to reveal the addictive power of its political punch, and what happens when that
power falls into the hands of only a few. Invaluable connections between business pursuits and
politics are drawn in a guide that not only provides historical background but draws connections
to current world affairs and relationships between big business and world politics. A powerful
title, this is a pick for business and political shelves alike! Ali Velshi and Christine Romans'
HOW TO SPEAK MONEY: THE LANGUAGE AND KNOWLEDGE YOU NEED NOW
(9781118114957, $24.95) offers a practical coverage that teaches the basics of who controls
money. It comes from CNN financial experts who talk about the global language of money and
its meaning to individuals, and offers discussions of international economies, wealth-building
strategies, and connections between money and social issues. A fine guide for any general
business collection and many a basic lending library! Also recommended is Charles H. Green &
Andrea P. Howe's THE TRUSTED ADVISOR FIELDBOOK: A COMPREHENSIVE
TOOLKIT FOR LEADING WITH TRUST (9781118085646, $27.95). It provides a guide to
being a trusted advisor for leaders across a range of industries, offering a companion to the
popular THE TRUSTED ADVISOR and providing exercises and resources to handle a range of
common situations at work. Color-coded sidebars of detail accompany instructions on everything
from delivering a pitch to rating partnering strengths and weaknesses. Any business leader will
find these instructions specific, tested, and enlightening.
Exile on Wall Street
Mike Mayo
Wiley
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9781118115466, $29.95, www.wileyfinance.com
EXILE ON WALL STREET: ONE ANALYST'S FIGHT TO SAVE THE BIG BANKS FROM
THEMSELVES comes form a banking analyst who maintains the financial crisis hasn't changed
anything. The author worked for the Federal Reserve and for many of the biggest banks in the
world: his accounts of banking encounters, mishaps, and dirty practices makes for a
condemnation of the world banking industry's underlying structure, and considers the behind-the-
scenes works of the world's largest institutions. Any collection strong in financial and banking
history will find this provocative.
Pricing the Future
George Szpiro
Basic Books
c/o Perseus Book Group
387 Park Avenue South, New York NY 10016
9780465022489, $28.00, www.basicbooks.com
PRICING THE FUTURE: FINANCE, PHYSICS, AND THE 300-YEAR JOURNEY TO THE
BLACK-SCHOLES EQUATION: A STORY OF GENIUS AND DISCOVERY comes from a
financial economist who tells the history of the options pricing formula, one of the modern
world's most significant intellectual achievements. The discovery of the equation led to very
different investment decision routines, and provided the groundwork for accountants and others
working around the world. It blends science, math and business pursuits in a lively, detailed
coverage drawing important connections between science and business worlds.
Amacom
1601 Broadway, New York NY 10019-7420
www.amacombooks.org
Michelle Tillis Lederman's THE 11 LAWS OF LIKABILITY: RELATIONSHIP
NETWORKING... BECAUSE PEOPLE DO BUSINESS WITH PEOPLE THEY LIKE
(9780814416372, $16.95) provides a fine survey of how to do conduct more effective
networking to support business purposes, showing how networking can be easy as well as
beneficial to career goals. Networkers need to place priority on something everyone can relate to:
the basics of being liked and likeable. Chapters show how to use 'likability' to establish better
business relationships, and provide anecdotes and real-world applications perfect for relative
newcomers to business networking concepts. Susan Wilson Solovic's IT'S YOUR BIZ: THE
COMPLETE GUIDE TO BECOMING YOUR OWN BOSS (9780814416716, $22.95) comes
from the author's decades of experience as a serial entrepreneur and provides the details all small
business owners need to make better business decisions, from the initial idea of a start-up to its
growth and the owner's successful selling of the business. Solovic encourages readers to examine
their motivation for starting a business and considers the elements, reasoning and influences on
success in a fine pick for any small business shelf. R. William Holland's CRACKING THE NEW
JOB MARKET; THE 7 RULES FOR GETTING HIRED IN ANY ECONOMY
(9780814417348, $17.95) helps job seekers understand what employers are really seeking,
offering tools that show their value to HR departments and organizations. Job seekers can use
these tools to successful stand out from the crowd in a book that challenges the common
approaches to job searches and careers. New research and case histories of successful approaches
are presented along with cautions for job searchers, making this an outstanding pick for any
library catering to job seekers.
The Needlecraft Shelf
Sweet Shawlettes
Jean Moss
The Taunton Press
63 South Main Street
Newtown, CT 06470
9781600854002, $21.95, www.taunton.com
There's a certain quality in homemade that can't be matched in design. "Sweet Shawlettes: 25
Irresistible Patterns for Knitting Cowls, Capelets, and More" is a guide to creating these patterns
for these fabrics that bring a unique style and warmth. With full color photographs all
throughout, each design touches on what's needed to create them and step by step instructions.
For those with a love of needlework, "Sweet Shawlettes" is an excellent source of ideas, very
much recommended.
Finishing School
Deborah Newton
SixthandSpring Books
161 Avenue of Americas, New York NY 10013
9781936096190, $29.95, www.sixthandspringbooks.com
Finishing School: A Master Class for Knitters provides techniques and advice to create lovely
knits, pairing instructions for 15 projects with illustrated workshops exploring the techniques
involved in creating them. Tutorials are featured in sidebars that discuss finishing techniques and
survey embellishments, blocking, and more. The focus on not just creating knitted products but
adding professional finishing touches to the results makes for a powerful survey recommended
for any knitter.
The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook
Nora Abousteit with Alison Kelly
Potter Craft
c/o The Random House Publishing Group
1745 Broadway, 17th floor, New York, NY 10019
9780307586742, $29.99, www.pottercraft.com
The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook tells how to create fashionable clothing and comes from
fashion designers who focus on better-fitting clothing. Tutorials offer five adaptable sewing
patterns for a skirt, blouse, dress, coat and bag, and pair them with step-by-step basics that teach
how to move from basic sewing to customization. Bare-bones beginners who have never sewed
before even receive keys to setting up a sewing space and using a sewing machine. The focus on
'perfect fit' makes this a winning guide, packed with illustrations and examples.
Socktopus
Alice Yu
Taunton Press
63 South Main Street, Newtown, CT 06470
9781600854101, $19.95, www.taunton.com
Socktopus: 17 Pairs of Socks to Knit and Show Off provides 17 patterns to accompany color
photos and a range of tips and techniques for creating vivid, better-fitting socks, making this a
fine pick for any knitter's library. It comes from British sock designer Alice Yu and features
textured socks that combine a variety of knitting approaches to produce a unique look and
patterns not to be found elsewhere. Patterns include close-up photos of any difficult stitches and
while basics are also covered, this is a sock guide especially recommended for knitters who
already have most of the basics down, and who wish to move to the next level.
Fabric-by-Fabric One-Yard Wonders
Rebecca Yaker and Patricia Hoskins
Storey
210 Mass MoCa Way, North Adams, MA 01247
9781603425865, $29.95, www.storey.com
Fabric-by-Fabric One-Yard Wonders offers a range of affordable, easy projects for occasional
and dedicated needleworkers alike. And each design requires just one yard of fabric. From gym
bags and scarves to dresses and stuffed toys, this provides a fine array of projects which each
receive a color photo, step-by-step directions, and a complete cutting layout. All pattern pieces
are in an envelope inside the book, making this a fine gift pick for any needleworker.
Sew Up a Home Makeover
Lexie Barnes
Storey
210 Mass MoCa Way, North Adams, MA 01247
9781603427975, $19.95, www.storey.com
Sew Up a Home Makeover offers a fine resource for any interested in using modern fabrics to
make changes with just a few simple sewing projects. From a custom slipcover and coordinated
pillows to sewing a headboard cover for a bedroom and producing matching window treatments,
this offers some 50 pattern-free sewing projects that can be easily adapted to a range of interior
spaces. Easy directions include some non-sewing pointers, making for a title perfect for
needlework or interior design collections alike!
Ultimate Mittens
Robin Hansen
Down East
Box 679, Camden ME 04843
9780892729753, $35.00, www.downeast.com
Ultimate Mittens: 28 Classic Patterns to Keep You Warm packs in classic patterns from different
cultures to create a book filled with all kinds of mitten choices. From Scandinavian and Canadian
maritime patterns to Afghan gloves and beyond, this comes not from any original author
contribution but from patterns recreated from photos, old directions, and different cultures
around the world. All have been updated and adapted for the modern knitter, with projects
offering something for all skills levels. A fine addition to any knitting collection!
Voyageur Press
400 - 1st Avenue North #300, Minneapolis MN 55401
www.voyageurpress.com
Editor Kari Cornell's, KNITTING SCARVES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
(9780760340646, $24.99) provides over twenty patterns in a variety of styles and techniques
from knitters around the world and provides a satisfying collection of unique scarves. Patterns for
elaborate lace shawls, colorwork scarves, and cabled scarves offer variety and lovely unique
patterns. Any knitting collection will find this a unique and fine addition. Lela Nargi edits
KNITTING AROUND THE WORLD (9780760337945, $35.00), a history of world knitting
traditions that pairs lovely color photo examples with a history of knitting techniques and
regional styles. Profiles of historically significant knitters up to modern times accompany
discussions of techniques and unique styles in a fine pick for any knitter's collection.
Martingale & Company
20205 - 144th Ave. NE, Woodinville, WA 98072-8478
www.martingale-pub.com
Rachel Manring's PLAYFUL LITTLE KNITS: COSTUMES AND CLOTHES FOR A SIMPLE
SEWN DOLL (9781604680386, $19.99) is for any knit crafter looking for projects to make for
kids, and teaches how to knit doll clothes and how to sew a simple doll to wear them. A 9" doll
pattern is included in the book and the wardrobe offers tops and bottoms for different doll
costumes. Color photos and close-ups provide excellent accompaniment to the easy step-by-step
sewing and knitting directions. Pat Wys' SPOTLIGHT ON NEUTRALS: QUILTS AND MORE
FOR ANY DECOR (9781604680508, $24.99) provides a fine survey of pieced and appliqued
designs that emphasize use of 'neutral' colors - browns, grays and whites - in home decor. 12
projects include pillows, table toppers and more and are designed to be made with stash holdings.
The geometric patterns and neutral blends are appealing and recommended for any needleworker
looking for home projects and different color combinations. SLASH YOUR STASH: SCRAP
QUILTS FROM MCCALL'S QUILTING (9781604680706, $24.99) provides a fine survey of
piecing scrap quilts and uses some sixteen pieced and appliqued designs from McCall's Quilting
as examples. A range of designers and scrap design approaches make this a fine recommendation
for any quilter's library! Cheryl Almgren Taylor's INSPIRATIONAL APPLIQUE:
REFLECTIONS OF FAITH, HOPE AND LOVE (9781604680485, $26.99) is a recommendation
for quilting and crafts collections alike, offering lovely applique designs inspired by Bible
passages. Motifs from nature and Biblical images combine in some eleven designs that range
from wall hangings and pillows to table toppers. The full-sized applique templates are
accompanied by step-by-step directions, color photos of completed projects, and small color
illustrations of the techniques involved.
The Biography Shelf
Saving Big Ben
John R. Satterfield
Naval Institute Press
291 Wood Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
9781591148081 $34.95 www.navalinstitute.org
Saving Big Ben: The USS Franklin and Father Joseph T. O'Callahan is the compelling battle of a
most unusual war hero: Father Joseph T. O'Callahan, the first ever military chaplain to earn the
Medal of Honor. In early1945, during the Okinawa campaign of World War II, the Essex-class
aircraft carrier on which O'Callahan served (the USS Franklin, colloquially known as "Big Ben")
suffered a devastating Japanese bomb attack. Hundreds of sailors were killed and Big Ben was
left dead in the water. Amid the destruction, O'Callahan heroically organized firefighting crews,
tended to the injured and dying, and rallied morale among the survivors. His bravery took a high
toll; though he survived Big Ben's voyage back to New York Harbor, he suffered a stroke soon
thereafter that caused him pain for the rest of his life. Saving Big Ben is an inspirational true
story of leadership, strength of character, and heroism on the high seas, highly recommended
especially for public and college library biography collections.
The Greatest Champion That Never Was
Jaclyn Weldon White
Mercer University Press
1400 Coleman Avenue
Macon, GA 31207-0001
9780881462524 $30.00 www.mupress.org
The Greatest Champion That Never Was: The Life of W.L. "Young" Stribling is the life story of
a dedicated and talented boxer with integrity. William Lawrence Stribling, Jr., popularly known
as "Young" Stribling, was born in a small Georgia town in 1904 to ordinary, working-class
parents, and became a professional prizefighter at sixteen. His incredible rise through the ranks in
his chosen sport led him to travel the world, attracting the attention of celebrities, royalty, and
even gangsters - at one point Al Capone wanted to buy his contract and manage his career!
During his twelve years in the ring, Stribling fought 287 matches, won 224 of them, and lost only
12 (the rest were draws or "no decision" fights). Even though he never earned a championship,
Stribling remains to this day a shining example of not only skill and tenacity, but also
sportsmanship, honor, and self-respect. A handful of vintage black-and-white photographs
illustrate his inspirational true-life story, highly recommended especially for sports biography
collections.
Lily, Duchess of Marlborough
Sally E. Svenson
Dog Ear Publishing
4010 W. 86th Street, Ste H
Indianapolis, IN 46268
9781457507762, $18.95, www.dogearpublishing.net
Catching the attention of one nobleman is one thing, but three is a truly unique tale. "Lily,
Duchess of Marlborough: A Portrait with Husbands" is the story of this New York woman who
claimed marriage from three husbands from the British nobility and gained her own bit fame
among the royals of the late nineteenth century. A unique biography, "Lily, Duchess of
Marlborough" is a fine read for any biography collection.
A Life of Leadership
Rochel & George Berman
KTAV Publishing House
930 Newark Avenue
Jersey City, NJ 07306-6316
9781602801905, $25.00, www.ktav.com
The call to leadership can come young when it's needed to be. "A Life of Leadership: Eli
Zborowski: From the Underground to Industry to Holocaust Remembrance" traces the history of
this lifelong leader who through determination helped push an underground in Poland during
those vicious years in World War II. From there, he pushed forward and became a leader of
industry and business in America, and doing his part to make sure the Jewish memory of his
childhood would not fade and be forgotten. "A Life of Leadership" is a fine and recommended
pick for any biography or Judaic studies collection.
Jimmy Cliff
David Katz
Interlink Publishing Group
46 Crosby Street
Northampton, MA 01060-1804
9781566568692, $17.00, www.interlinkbooks.com
Every country has its contributions to international culture, and Jimmy Cliff has gone beyond the
call of duty. "Jimmy Cliff: An Unauthorized Biography" follows the Jamaican Rock Icon who
has produced nearly thirty albums and has gained national honors in his own country, and is well
known to hardcore rock and roll followers everywhere. Telling his personal story as well as the
story of his music, "Jimmy Cliff" is a strong pick for anyone who wants to learn about this
important musician.
Prelude to Courage
David H. Bergquist
Heritage Books
100 Railroad Ave. #104
Westminster, MD 21157
9780788453564, $22.00, www.heritagebooks.com
To go to war is to face a very good chance that will lead to your demise. "Prelude to Courage: An
Air Warrior's Journey of Faith" is a chronicle from David H. Bergquist about one of these men
who joined the Air Force during World War II and lead strongly throughout the Pacific Theater
of the war. Austin Rodney Keith is a story of one of a half million Americans who met their end
in the war, as Bergquist presents a story of war's tragedy. "Prelude to Courage" is an excellent
and much recommended pick for military biography collections.
Life is Not a Stage
Florence Henderson with Joel Brokaw
Center Street
c/o Hachette Publishing Group
237 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10017-0010
9781599955885, $25.99, www.centerstreet.com
LIFE IS NOT A STAGE: FROM BROADWAY BABY TO A LOVELY LADY AND BEYOND
provides a fine autobiography of actress Florence Henderson, one of ten children who grew up in
rural Indiana. Florence's father was nearly seventy when Florence was born, twenty years after
her parents married. Her childhood was filled with struggles with poverty and alcoholism. Her
childhood struggles, the path that led her to a successful Hollywood career, and her personal
struggles with depression, divorce, and physical problems make for a powerful account of faith
and perseverance perfect for film and biography holdings.
Shockaholic
Carrie Fisher
Simon and Schuster
1230 Avenue of the Americas, New York NY 10020
9780743264822, $22.00, www.simonandschuster.com
SHOCKAHOLIC provides a funny survey of her life and comes from an actress, screenwriter
and novelist who offers details about her life - including her bi-polar disorder, a condition for
which she recently underwent electroconvulsive therapy with much success. This therapy led to
memory loss: she decided she needed to write her memories down before they vanished - and her
new book provides a fine collection of colorful experiences and personal revelations perfect for
any general lending library.
Howard Cosell
Mark Ribowsky
W.W. Norton
500 - 5th Avenue, New York NY 10110
9780393080179, $29.95, www.wwnorton.com
HOWARD COSELL: THE MAN, THE MYTH, AND THE TRANSFORMATION OF
AMERICAN SPORTS provides a fine biography of the sports legend and discusses sports
reporter Howard Cosell's lasting influence on the sports world. In a time when announcers were
nearly employees of the teams they covered, Cosell adopted a more critical stance in interviewing
his subjects and providing his listeners with a more studied review of the sports world. Ribowsky
argues that Cosell indeed changed the method and delivery of sports news reporting, leaving his
mark on the world. Any sports or biography collection will find this packed with insights!
The Literary Studies Shelf
Spider Speculations
Jo Carson
Theatre Communications Group, Inc.
520 Eighth Avenue, 24th Floor, New York, NY 10018-4156
9781559362832, $16.95, www.amazon.com
Stories tell of people, and to create riveting stories, one must understand people. "Spider
Speculations" discusses the mind and storytelling form the perspective of Jo Carlson who creates
a sociological and biological viewpoint on the art of storytelling, delving on the writings of many
celebrated authors throughout the history of literature. An intriguing study of literature and what
it means to us as physical human beings, "Spider Speculations" is an excellent addition to literary
studies collections, very much recommended.
The Man Who Is and Is Not There
Andrew Stambuk
University of Massachusetts Press
PO Box 429
Amherst, MA 01004
9781558498983, $24.95, www.umass.edu/umpress
What makes a legendary poet? "The Man Who Is and Is Not There: The Poetry and Prose of
Robert Francis" discusses the work behind this poet of the twentieth century who worked out his
hometown of Amherst, Massachusetts, a devoted disciple of Thoreau. His writings spanned
throughout, and discussed faith, sexuality, and his hardline opposition of the Vietnam war. A fine
study of the man and his work, "The Man Who Is and Is Not There" is an excellent pick for
literary studies collections.
A Poet's Reich
Melissa S. Lane & Martin A. Ruehl, editors
Camden House
c/o Boydell & Brewer Inc
668 Mount Hope Avenue
Rochester, NY 14620-2731
9781571134622, $75.00, www.boydellandbrewer.com
The dialogue in Germany following the first World War I was fierce. "A Poet's Reich: Politics
and Culture in the George Circle" analyzes the works of Stefan George, who entering this
tumultuous period of German history, added to the debate throughout. Many thinkers of today's
literary world come together and discuss George's work, its relationship with the rising Nazi
party, and its impact on German literature and national dialogue for years after his death in 1933.
"A Poet's Reich" is a strongly recommended addition to any literary studies collection focusing
on world history.
Kafka's Leopards
Moacyr Scaliar
Texas Tech University Press
PO Box 41037, Lubbock, TX 79409-1037
9780896726963, $26.95, www.ttupress.org
Kafka's Leopards is translated and introduced by Thomas O. Beebee and provides a novel based
on the Kafka tradition. Set in 1916 just before the Russian revolution, Benjamin "Mousy" has
been asked by a sick friend to deliver a message to an agent in Prague. His belief that his mission
is directed by Trotsky leads him to leave his home for a rendezvous. When he loses the envelope
containing the agent's name he mistakenly meets Franz Kafka and fives him the parable of
Kafka's leopards, to be published. A fine novel of intrigue and deception evolves.
Building Their Own Waldos
Robert D. Habich
University of Iowa Press
100 Kuhl House, Iowa City, IA 52242
9781587299629, $29.95, www.uiowa.edu
Building Their Own Waldos: Emerson's First Biographers and the Politics of Life-Writing in the
Gilded Age charts the course of Ralph Waldo Emerson's early biographers, considering their
problems in recounting his life and using previously-unpublished writings, business records and
private documents to provide stories of his first six biographers, their lives, and their challenges
in representing his life. Each biographer held a different perspective of Emerson and his life - and
represented Emerson in a different light. Literary research and representation are examined in a
fine college-level choice for any collection strong in Emerson's life and works.
The Writing/Publishing Shelf
The Writer's Workout
Christina' Katz
Writer's Digest Books
c/o F+W Media
4700 East Galbraith Road
Cincinnati, OH 45236
9781599631790, $19.99, www.writersdigest.com
No one is going to get better at writing without practice, just like anything else. "The Writer's
Workout: 366 Tips, Tasks, & Techniques From Your Writing Career Coach" is a writing exercise
guide from Christina Katz as she advises readers on how to improve their writing, appealing to
your intended audience, and much advice on the most difficult wall for many to climb -
publishing. With plenty of practical advice for life alongside the wisdom for literary pursuits,
"The Writer's Workout" is a strongly recommended and top pick for writing and publishing
collections.
Now Write! Mysteries
Sherry Ellis & Laurie Lamson, editors
Penguin Group
375 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10014
9781585429035, $14.95, www.penguin.com
There's more to a mystery than a crime and a culprit. "Now Write! Mysteries" is an advisory
guide for those who love mysteries and want to try their own pen to create their own stories, be it
for novels, screenplays, or other formats. With many tips and tricks and what to think about no
matter what type or degree of mystery one is pondering of creating, "Now Write! Mysteries" is a
choice and much recommended read for aspiring writers with a love of keeping people
guessing.
Story Solution
Eric Edson
Michael Wiese Productions
12400 Ventura Blvd, #1111, Studio City, CA 91604
9781615930845, $26.95, www.mwp.com
The Story Solution: 23 Actions All Great Heroes Must Take comes from a professional
screenwriter who pinpoints all the reasons why typical stories don't sell. Examples from hit
movies outline the elements of successful plots and approaches, with chapters going beyond the
usual writing approaches to plot development to consider the pros and cons of building a story
for the screen. Stories are broken down into distinct parts for analysis, with plenty of insights into
the entire process of creating memorable characters and plots. A 'must' for any screenwriter and
collections catering to them.
Writing for the Web
Lynda Felder
New Riders
c/o Pearson Technology Group
801 East 96th Street, #300
Indianapolis, IN 46240-3759
0321794435, $24.99, www.newriders.com
WRITING FOR THE WEB teaches the basics of effective Web writing and shows how to blend
words with audiovisual effects for maximum impact. It comes from an instructor who offers
guidelines along with photos, lists and tables to document how interactive web-based stories
make the most of the web's medium, and provides a lively approach to Web writing. Exercises,
guidelines, and sidebars of pointers make this an easy and highly recommended survey for
computer and literary collections alike.
The College Student's Guide to Writing a Great Research Paper
Erika Eby
Atlantic Publishing Group
1405 SW 6th Avenue, Ocala FL 34471
9781601386052, $24.95, www.atlantic-pub.com
The College Student's Guide to Writing a Great Research Paper: 101 Easy Tips & Tricks to
Make Your Work Stand Out offers a complete guide for college students who want to learn tips
for formatting a research paper and tackling college course assignments. It covers the entire
process of writing a paper from start to finish, from choosing a topic and researching to writing
and editing drafts. Further insights on how to check work for plagiarism so as to use research to
support rather than define a paper makes this an invaluable survey of all the basics, with
exercises and checklists included to help keep a paper professional and polished. College
students will find this specific and easy.
The Fantasy/SciFi Shelf
Vamplayers
Rusty Fischer
Medallion Press, Inc.
1020 Cedar Lane, No. 2N
St. Charles, IL 60174
9781605424491, $9.95, www.medallionpress.com
In undeath, some things never change. "Vamplayers" is a unique spin vampires and romance,
following Lily Fielding, a vampire-hunter in training. Charged with protecting girls from the
Vamplayers, vampire-players with cruel intent for their victims, Lily finds her assignment
tougher than she ever thought it would be. "Vamplayers" is an exciting and recommended pick
for dark fantasy collections.
Supervolcano: Eruption
Harry Turtledove
ROC Books
c/o Penguin Group USA
375 Hudson St., New York NY 10014
9780451464200, $25.95, www.penguin.com
SUPERVOLCANO: ERUPTION is set in Yellowstone Park and covers an eruption that will
change the geography and face of the U.S. - but this story focuses not so much on the event and
its science as on the lives of various individuals who orbit the eruption in lives that have been
disrupted. Readers expecting a focus on the event and its processes may be disappointed, but
those interested more in protagonists' lives and their challenges after such an event will find this
a satisfying read, recommended for any science fiction holding and especially for those with fans
of Harry Turtledove's extensive writings.
The Political Science Shelf
The Rise of the Tea Party
Anthony DiMaggio
Monthly Review Press
146 West 29th Street, Suite 6W
New York, NY 10001
9781583672471, $18.95, www.monthlyreview.org
The origins of the Tea Party are somewhat blurry. "The Rise of the Tea Party: Political
Discontent and Corporate Media in the Age of Obama" discusses the roots of the Tea Party, as
media studies expert Anthony DiMaggio attempts to bring a level handed delve into the Tea
Party, as he tries to discern whether it is a legitimate movement of the people, or a creation of far
right money. Providing a comprehensive study that looks at modern journalism as a whole, "The
Rise of the Tea Party" is an excellent and recommended pick for community and library politics
and journalism collections.
Turn This Car Around
Bob Ehrlich
BenBella Books
10300 N. Central Expressway, STE 400
Dallas, TX 75204
9781936661558, $24.95, www.benbellabooks.com
The political climate seems to be more confusing than ever. "Turn This Car Around: The Road
Map to Restoring America" is a discussion of modern politics from former Maryland Governor
Bob Ehrlich, who writes of his experiences of becoming the first Republican governor in
Maryland in over forty years. Offering criticisms of both sides of the isle and how they have lost
his way, he focuses on economic issues, offering a libertarian view that tries to avoid catering to
big business. "Turn This Car Around" presents many intriguing ideas to both sides of the isle, a
strong addition to any modern political library collection.
Dupes
Paul Kengor
ISI Books
P.O. Box 4431, Wilmington DE 19807-0431
1935191756, $29.95, www.isibooks.org
DUPES: HOW AMERICA'S ADVERSARIES HAVE MANIPULATED PROGRESSIVES FOR
A CENTURY comes form a historian who considers the role of the "dupe" in American history.
It's based on never-before-published FBI files, Soviet archives and primary source research to
expose the liberals who have unwittingly given advantages to America's adversaries. Such dupes
contributed to the rise and spread of Communism but their actions went beyond ideological
conflicts. This contains reports on how Ted Kennedy secretly approached the Soviet leadership to
undermine two American presidents, and documents modern political dupes whose overseas
excursions are financed by foreign intelligence. An intriguing survey recommended for any
college-level political science collection.
The Mystery/Suspense Shelf
Back in the Habit
Alice Loweecey
Midnight Ink
c/o Llewellyn Worldwide Ltd.
2143 Wooddale Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125-2989
9780738726687, $14.95, www.midnightinkbooks.com
Sometimes a suicide is too convenient. "Back in the Habit" is a mystery thriller from Alice
Loweecey. Giulia Falcone turned away from this degree of faith already, but she finds she must
go back into the covenant to find out why a young nun apparently committed suicide, and
confirm that it was even truly a suicide. But becoming an undercover nun can put a stop to your
life in so many ways... "Back in the Habit" is a fast paced and often humorous novel, not to be
overlooked, highly recommended.
A Fatal Flaw
Dana Stabenow
Poisoned Pen Press
6962 E. First Ave #103, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
9781590588741, $24.95, www.poisonedpenpress.com
A Fatal Flaw: The Second Kate Shugak Mystery provides an Aleut P.I. in Alaska who is caught
up in danger when a mass murder involves a possible second suspect. Nine neighbors are dead -
but one has been killed by a different weapon. Kate and her husky-wolf dog investigate and find
many possibilities in this fine thriller, recommended both for prior fans of Kate Shugak and for
newcomers to the rugged Alaskan setting.
Foul Play at Four
Ann Purser
Berkeley Prime Crime
c/o Penguin Group
375 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014
9780425243596, $24.95, www.penguin.com
Foul Play at Four provides a fine Lois Meade mystery and provides the next in a series revolving
around a working-class wife and part-time sleuth in a small English village. As such, it's
especially recommended for collections who have and have seen popularity with the prior Lois
Meade sagas. A robbery involving Lois' daughter changes from a hunt for two petty thieves to
much more, in which Lois' family becomes heavily involved in events and their outcome. An
outstanding saga evolves in an excellent mystery.
The Fiction Shelf
A Bend in the River of Life
Budh-Aditya Roy
Strategic Book Publishing
10625 Southwest 112th Avenue, Apt 3-206
Miami, FL 33176
http://sbpra.com/BudhAdityaRoy
9781612045078, $20.95, www.amazon.com
"A Bend in the River of Life" by Budh-Aditya Roy is 376-page saga that recounts the
experiences of a family for two generation and across five continents. The protagonist is Rana,
born of a family of privilege in British India while World War Two raged abroad. When his
parents separate just before Rana turns two, the child is given over to his grandmother and aunt
to be raised. After the war concludes, conflicts on the Indian subcontinent arise that will ultimate
result in the establishment (and enduring hostilities) break out which will compel Rana and his
family to migrate from the newly formed Pakistan to the safety of India. Eventually Rana's
mother returns adding further complications to family life. When he is a young man Rana
graduates from university and works for an American bank, meets Keka who will become his
wife and mother of two children. Keka dies in childbirth with the second child. In overwhelming
grief Rana dives into his work and travels around the world. Ultimately there is a kind of
redemption as 'The River of Life' carries Rana on to his ultimate destination. A compelling work
of deftly written complexity from beginning to end, "A Bend in the River of Life" is an
outstanding read and highly recommended for community library collections.
Shadow of the Mountains
Lynn Morris
Hendrickson Publishers
PO Box 3473
Peabody, MA 01961-3473
9781598567397, $12.95, www.amazon.com
With good intentions, the wall of prejudice may be too insurmountable to beat. "Shadow of the
Mountains" follows Cheney Duvall, an educated woman who has applied her trade as a doctor in
many places. Answering the call of need to an Ozark mountain town results in superstition and
hate from the very people she seeks to help. "Shadow of the Mountains" is a strongly
recommended pick for community and library collections with a focus on historical fiction.
The Shameful Suicide of Winston Churchill
Peter Millar
Arcadia Books
c/o DuFour Editions
PO Box 7, Chester Springs, PA 19425
9781906413859, $24.95, www.arcadiabooks.com
The advance of the Soviets had further goals than Berlin. "The Shameful Suicide of Winston
Churchill" is an alternate history from Peter Millar, speaking of a world where the war in Europe
did not end with the fall of Hitler, but with the Soviet Union becoming the new allied opposition.
As Stalin's war is brought to London. Winston Churchill is hailed as the villain of this ongoing
world, and London finds itself split between America and the Soviet Union in 1989. Spinning a
tale of murder and corruption in a universe where the Cold War lives, "The Shameful Suicide of
Winston Churchill" is a fascinating novel that tells quite the story with a very different
world.
The Accidental Bride
Denise Hunter
Thomas Nelson Publishers
PO Box 141000
Nashville, TN 37214
9781595548023, $15.99, www.thomasnelson.com
The stupidest of things may lead to the best of chances. "The Accidental Bride" is a unique
Christian romance, following Shay, a woman struggling on her own who agrees to play the bride
in a wedding re-enactment. Finding an old flame is playing her groom, she thinks nothing of it,
but a blunder makes their pretend marriage real, and Shay may find one preacher's mistake can
lead her to extended heartache, or another chance at love. "The Accidental Bride" is a riveting
read for those seeking a fun romance, highly recommended.
The Odditorium
Melissa Pritchard
Bellevue Literary Press
550 First Avenue, OBV 612
New York, NY 10016
9781934137376, $14.95, www.blpress.org
History is full of unique spins on all we know. "The Odditorium" is a collection of short fiction
as Melissa Pritchard explores the eccentric nature of our history, delving into mystery, fantasy,
horror, history, and much more for a unique blend of tales. Humor of life, solemness of its loss,
and the heroes who make it happen, "The Odditorium" is a fine assortment of short fiction, very
much recommended.
No Tame Cat
Robert J. Harvey
Granville Island Publishing
212-1656 Duranleau Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6H 364
9781926991030, $24.95, www.granvilleislandpublishing.com
The fur trade was never an easy way to make a living. "No Tame Cat" is a historical novel from
Robert J. Harvey telling the story of the nineteenth century fur trade and the adventure that was
the voyages from London to all around and through North America. Following Captain James
Gaudin on his voyages, "No Tame Cat" is an exciting spin of historical fiction, drawn from much
true life inspiration in the Hudson Bay Company's log books.
The Warmest December
Bernice L. McFadden
Akashic Books
PO Box 1456, New York, NY 10009
9781617750359, $15.95, www.akashicbooks.com
Destruction can be slow and painful, and that often proves the worst sort. "The Warmest
December" is a novel of dysfunctional Brooklyn family, as young Kenzie Lowe faces a home
where she doesn't want to be, as all who live there are poisoned by their father's alcoholism. As
life rolls on, Kenzie faces adulthood, and is soon forced to look back on the hell she endured as a
child. "The Warmest December" is a thoughtful read of the struggles of youth, highly
recommended.
Restoration
Joe Castanzo
Charles River Press
PO Box 1122
Mansfield, MA 02048
9781936185313, $15.95, www.charlesriverpesss.com
To return to what we once held dear is on the mind of many immigrants. "Restoration" is a novel
from Joe Costanzo, as he tells the story of an Italian American who returns to his small town in
Italy and seeks to rebuild a failing church. But in his good will, he encounters the conflicts that
still consume his town, which may destroy everything he's worked for. "Restoration" is a riveting
novel of faith and small town life, very much recommended.
Out of Time
Geoff Schmidt
University of North Texas Press
PO Box 311336
Denton, TX 76203-1336
9781574413199, $14.95, www.unt.edu/untpress
We don't have forever, and it's best to use the most of the short time we got. "Out of Time" is a
collection of short fiction from Geoff Schmidt as he compiles stories of time and mortality and
our own mortal race against these, and accepting that we can't do anything. "Out of Time" is a
fine assortment of fiction, very much recommended reading for short fiction collections.
Forsaking All Others
Allison Pittman
Tyndale House Publishers
351 Executive Drive
Carol Stream, IL 60188
9781414335971, $13.99, www.tyndale.com
Leaving your family faith behind is difficult, but taking your family from your faith is even
harder. "Forsaking All Others" is a Christian novel from Allison Pittman, who crafts a tale of
Camilla Fox, who from the brink of death left Salt Lake City and found a new life. But as she
realizes what she left behind, she returns to her daughters, and realizes it will take more than she
thinks to bring her family together once more. "Forsaking All Others" is a story that will resound
with many parents who struggle to have their children returned to them, very much
recommended.
The Holiday Party
Richard Wanderer
Two Harbors
212 3rd Avenue North, Suite 290
Minneapolis, MN 55401
9781937293321, $15.95, www.twoharborspress.com
The lust for power cares not who it bowls over. "The Holiday Party: A Tale of a Corporate
Takeover" is a novel of corporate intrigue from Richard Wanderer. Spinning a tale of three
individuals all with their own lust for power and success, from a driven man who dabbles in
witchcraft, to the destined heir, to the assertive woman who uses anything in her repertoire to
fight to the top. "The Holiday Party" is a riveting novel of corporate cutthroats, highly
recommended.
The Law of Miracles
Gregory Blake Smith
University of Massachusetts Press
P.O. Box 429, Amherst, MA 01003
9781558499005, $19.95, www.umass.edu/umpress
The Law of Miracles: And Other Stories provide stories diverse in style and scope, whose
characters revolve around everyday and extraordinary worlds and events. Connecting all the
writings is a sense of the miraculous as the protagonists struggle towards seeing and realizing the
miracles in their actions and reactions to the world. Stories offer reflections on conflict, morality,
and more and provide a satisfying blend of philosophical and psychological reflection
recommended for any short story literary
collection.
The Library CD Shelf
Time Rider
Uwe Gronau
Time Rider Music
c/o The Creative Service Company (publicity)
4360 Emerald Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
$11.68 www.thecreativeservicecompany.com
Time Rider is the creation of German pianist, synthesist, organist, singer and composer Uwe
Gronau, featuring twelve instrumental tracks and eight tracks with vocals. The mellow,
contemplative mood of the music fuses elements of jazz, techno, trance, and more into a
mesmerizingly smooth listening experience. The music provides the perfect backdrop for
contemplating the mysteries of time, both from a scientific and from a metaphysical viewpoint.
Time Rider encourages listeners to open their minds and their imaginations, and is highly
recommended. The tracks are "Talking Keys and Congas" (3:35), "Sweet Memory" (3:22),
"Novel Scene" (4:22), "Night Tune" (4:55), "Searching for the Truth" (3:10), "Jardin Exotique"
(4:08), "Far in the East" (3:24), "Oriental Journey" (3:25), "A Fairy's Advice" (2:52), "Inner
Face" (4:08), "Flotsam & Jetsam" (4:12), "Caged" (3:58), "In Silence" (3:22), "Time is a Sound"
(3:27), "Time Rider" (3:54), "Calena" (4:00), "Far in the East" (2:45), "Remarks You Made"
(4:53), "Interlude" (3:40) and "I'm at Home" (3:20).
Romantech
New York Gypsy All Stars
Drom Records
c/o Rock Paper Scissors
511 West 4th Street, Suite 2
Bloomington, IN 47404
$17.54 www.rockpaperscissors.biz
Romantech is an album by the New York Gypsy All Stars, an eclectic quintet that unites musical
traditions of Greece, Turkey, and America into a freewheeling whole. Their creations have a
strong, positive quality that promotes good feelings in the listener. From "Balkan Bollywood", a
song mixing Turkish melody with Balkan flair, to "Romantek", a piece that layers techno beats
and the use of the Turkish longa, Romantech displays hybrid vigor at its finest, and is highly
recommended especially for private and public library international music collections. The tracks
include "Romantek", "Balkan Bollywood", "Cross Winds", and "EZ Pass".
Peaceful Journey
Tron Syversen
TK Music Production
c/o Global Jounrey Music
492 S. Hwy 67
Sedalia, CO 80135
The Creative Service Company (publicity)
4360 Emerald Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
$14.95 www.tronmusic.com www.thecreativeservicecompany.com
Peaceful Journey: Music for Relaxation and Wellbeing lives up to its title with gently flowing
piano and synthesizer tunes. Norway-based musician Tron Syversen drew upon nature, poetry,
great artwork, and sacred places for inspiration, in crafting these harmonious songs ideal for
meditation or deep relaxation. Peaceful Journey is also an excellent choice to help oneself
unwind after a long day. The tracks are "Silent Dream" (5:30), "Rivers" (6:09), "The Beginning"
(7:35), "Amorous" (5:38), "Nearness" (9:14), "Lullaby to Love" (6:06), "Your Dream" (6:29),
"My Love" (5:01), and "Longing" (8:34). 61 min., 32 sec.
No Stranger Here
Shubha Mudgal, Ursula Rucker, & Business Class Refugees
Earthsync
c/o FlipSwitch (publicity)
PO Box 2207
Bloomington, IN 47404-2207
$9.99 www.flipswitchPR.com
No Stranger Here is a cross-cultural blend of East Indian classic musical tradition, Western
orchestra, electronica, and inspiration drawn from centuries-old poetry. The result is an
extraordinary achievement that balances smooth vocals with heart-catching rhythms. An
emotional and transcendent album, No Stranger Here is a welcome addition to international
music collections. The tracks are "Seraphim Tones", "Drunk in Love", "Steadfast", "When I
Was", "A Stranger Here", "Searching For You", "Something is Still Missing", "Above All Else",
and "Outsider".
Sabani
Leni Stern
Privately Published
c/o FlipSwitch (publicity)
PO Box 2207
Bloomington, IN 47404-2207
$9.99 www.flipswitchPR.com
Inspired by jam sessions that performer Leni Stern held with two Malian musician friends,
Sabani is an instrumental album that draws upon the qualities of the ngoni, a stringed instrument
distantly ancestral to the banjo. Discovering the ngoni's qualities as "the ultimate blues
instrument", Stern calls forth her love of jazz, blues, and learning from her West African friends.
Sabani is a wonderful cross-cultural expression, highly recommended. The tracks are "Still
Bleeding" (3:42), "Sorcerer (dan sogo)" (5:16), "The Cat That Stole The Moon (djakouma e kalo
mine)" (2:16), "Like a Thief" (4:44), "I Was Born (Ibe Keneya)", (3:33), "An Saba" (5:37),
"Papillon" (4:35), and "Djanfa" (4:20).
E Volo Love
Francois & the Atlas Mountains
Domino Recording Co.
c/o Rock Paper Scissors (publicity)
511 West 4th Street, Suite 2
Bloomington, IN 47404
$24.23 www.rockpaperscissors.biz
E Volo Love is a vividly emotional music album blending indie rock and electronica, revealing
the heights of intensity to which an electric guitar can reach. Elements of Afrobeat weave their
way through this lively album overflowing with veteran performers' raw passion. E Volo Love is
a choice pick highly recommended for international music collections. The tracks are "Les Plus
Beaux", "Muddy Heart", "Edge of Town", "City Kiss", "Azrou Tune", "Buried Treasures",
Cherchant Des Ponts", "Slow Love", "Bail Eternel", "Piscine", and "Do You Want to
Dance".
Shi Keyah: Songs for the People
Radmilla Cody with Herman Cody
Canyon Records Productions
3131 West Clarendon Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85017
$14.98 www.canyonrecords.com
Shi Keyah: Songs for the People is an emotional music CD of songs performed in the traditional
style of the Dine Native American tribe (also colloquially known as Navajo). The music honors
the grace and bounty of Mother Earth, pays tribute to military veterans who dedicated their lives
to serving and protecting America, and even offer a humorous glimpse of ordinary life in
Dinetah. Composed by Herman Cody and beautifully performed by vocalist Radmilla Cody, Shi
Keyah: Songs for the People is enthusiastically recommended for Native American music
collections. The tracks are "Morning Greeting" (3:37), "Honoring the Homeland" (2:44),
"Beautiful Mother Earth" (5:20), "Navajo Warrior" (2:55), "Code Talker" (3:35), "Where You
Are?" (3:24), "Commodity Blues" (2:28), "Roper's Song" (3:43), "Native Food Song" (2:42),
"They Care For Me/Moccasin Song" (2:46), "Five Agencies Song" (3:44), "The Bluebird" (2:47),
"Shi Naasha" (2:51), and "A Gift to Us" (3:08).
Drum Boy: Mistikwaskihk Napesis
Northern Cree
Canyon Records Productions
3131 West Clarendon Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85017
$14.98 www.canyonrecords.com
The esteemed Native American music publication company of Canyon Records presents Drum
Boy: Mistikwaskihk Napesis, an album of pow-wow songs recorded live at Saddle Lake, by
Grammy-nominated Native American performers Northern Cree. A tribute to the cultural
traditions cherished by all Native American tribes, Drum Boy is inclusive in its welcome to
showing honor at the pow-wow circle, and an a top pick for any listener wanting to revel in
reverence for the blessed gift of life itself. The tracks are "Wanbli" (2:05), "Humble" (5:10),
"Fass and Grancy" (2:04), "Kainai Krusher" (4:55), "Hops-A-Lot" (3:47), "Slickzter" (9:52),
"Pride" (3:49), "Siouxdance" (3:50), "Styles" (3:19), "Tea Pot" (4:31), "The Explosion" (3:18),
and "Redman" (4:00). 1 CD, 51 min. 20 sec.
Opening to Bliss
Wah!
Sounds True Audio
413 South Arthur Avenue
Louisville, CO 80027
$12.99 www.soundstrue.com
Opening to Bliss is an album of restful, contemplative music composed especially to synergize
with the practices of yoga, meditation, and healing arts. An excellent way to help prepare one's
mind for discipline, and prepare one's soul for the cultivation of compassion, Opening to Bliss is
highly recommended to seekers of grace and harmony. The tracks are "Bhuvaneshwari" (5:17),
"Saraswati" (6:46), "Om Namah Shivaya" (5:25), "Hare Krishna" (9:26), "Anusara Prayer"
(7:34), "Dream" (4:26), "Akasha Ma" (7:46), "Heart Sutra" (7:29), "Om Mani Padme Hum"
(5:42), "Govinda Jaya Jaya" (7:43), and "Closing" (3:41). 1 CD, 1 hr 11 min.
Love Lies
Kami Thompson
Warner Music Group
c/o FlipSwitch (publicity)
PO Box 2207
Bloomington, IN 47404-2207
$21.54 www.flipswitchPR.com
Singer and songwriter Kami Thompson presents Love Lies, a passionate album that reverberates
with the experiences of heartbreak, hope, mourning, defiance, and the regret of love gone sadly
wrong. Thompson's dual skill with her voice and the guitar shine through this emotionally
moving collection, sure to stir the hearts of listeners from all walks of life. The tracks are "Little
Boy Blue" (4:11), "4,000 Miles" (2:17), "Nice Cars" (2:18), "Gotta Hold On" (4:09), "Stormy"
(4:04), "Never Again" (4:19), "Tick Tock" (2:46), "Want You Back" (4:56), "Blood Wedding"
(4:12), and "Don't Bother Me" (2:59).
Basta Mafia!
Zdob Si Zdub
Asphalt Tango Records
c/o FlipSwitch (publicity)
PO Box 2207
Bloomington, IN 47404-2207
$20.97 www.flipswitchPR.com
Zdob Si Zdub, a Moldavian folk band drawing inspiration from the modern genres of ska and
punk, presents Basta Mafia!, a tingling rock album of electronica jazz and multicultural flavor.
The essence of Basta Mafia! is about calling for a break from old ways, without abandoning their
most beloved elements, and exploring the wonders of new musical transformations. An
exuberantly lively album that lends itself especially well to workouts, car trips, or any occasion
where the listener needs an energetic boost, Basta Mafia! is highly recommended. The tracks are
"Basta Mafia" (3:30), "Running" (4:17), "Eternal Kiss" (4:04), "Gipsy Life" (5:07), "We Are
Free" (3:43), "Maria" (4:03), "Haiduk" (3:10), "Trece Vremea Omului" (3:17), "Nistru" (5:13),
"Good Bye" (4:44), "F-S-S-O" (5:02), "The Holy Fuel" (3:11), and "So Lucky" (3:51).
Born Again
Brian Flynn
World Library Publications
3708 River Road, Suite 400
Franklin Park, IL 60131-2158
$17.00 www.wlpmusic.com
Born Again is an inspirational album of beautiful, liturgical songs brought to life by Brian
Flynn's guitar and vocal talent. Overflowing with reverence for God, and gratitude for the
blessings of Jesus Christ, Born Again is especially appropriate for moments of religious worship,
whether at a formal church setting or in the privacy of one's own home. Born Again is highly
recommended for Christian listeners of all walks of life. The tracks are "Born Again" (4:40),
"The Altar of the Lord" (5:01), "The Prodigal Father" (5:58), "The Name of Jesus" (3:53), "Our
Hope Is in God" (4:36), "Here in This Place" (4:35), "Communio" (4:01), "We Bring our Gifts to
Your Altar" (3:43), "Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament" (4:05), "The Greatest Gift" (5:13), "Act of
Contrition" (3:43), and "The Upper Room" (4:43).
The Library DVD Shelf
Tar Creek
Bullfrog Films, Inc.
PO Box 149
Oley, PA 19547
1937772020 $250.00 www.bullfrogfilms.com
Licensed for public performance, Tar Creek is a documentary on DVD about one of the worst
ongoing environmental disasters in the United States today: the Tar Creek Superfund site. Tar
Creek was once the site of one of the largest lead and zinc mines worldwide; now it is 40 square
miles of virtually uninhabitable land. Acid mine water has polluted the creeks; lead poisoning has
caused permanent developmental and learning disabilities in the local children; and underground
sinkholes consume backyards and ball fields. Nearly 30 years after being assigned cleanup for the
Superfund program, the residents of Tar Creek - including Native American residents descended
from survivors of the Trail of Tears - are fighting for justice. Even the buyout of homes and
relocation of residents is plagued with unequal appraisals and worse. Tar Creek is a stark
warning against corporate greed and expensive, destructive, and community-destroying
environmental catastrophes, highly recommended especially for public and school library
collections. 54 min., SDH captions.
In the Mayor's Footsteps
Featuring Mayor Amilcar Huancahuari
Bullfrog Films, Inc.
PO Box 149
Oley, PA 19547
$195.00 each www.bullfrogfilms.com
Intended for viewers in grades 7 through college, two volumes of the "Life" DVD series
concerning the effects of globalization, "In the Mayor's Footsteps: Peru" and "In the Mayor's
Foosteps: Brazil" follow Mayor Amilcar Huancahuari as he tries to reach out and help children at
risk from the most crushing poverty, or worse, desperate violence. In "Peru", he visits the jungle
city of Iquitos, the Andes mountains, and more. In areas so dangerous as to require a police
bodyguard, Huancahuari searches for a way to protect children from the physical and mental
damage that is the fallout of unrestrained violence. In "Brazil" he observes the Mina congregation
of Sao Luis select a child Emperor and Empress, and discusses his trip with the Minister for
Human Rights at the Modernist capital, Brasilia. Promoting Mayor Huancahuari's plans for a
future where children have the opportunity to fulfill their highest potential, both DVDs are
uplifting and very highly recommended especially for public and school library DVD collections.
26 min. each, SDH subtitles.
Shades
Starring Dervia Kirwan and Stephen Tompkinson
Acorn Media Group
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 620
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3403
9781598285901 $39.99 www.acornonline.com
Originally broadcast on public television, Shades is a British romantic comedy with an unusual
premise: the protagonists are both recently deceased. Maeve lost her life to a hit-and-run driver,
while Mark died during a routine surgery. As spirits, they cannot communicate with the people
they were in love with while alive, but they can speak openly with strangers. Can their efforts to
right the wrongs of their life allow them to transcend their regrets? A thought-provoking and
ultimately uplifting series, Shades is highly recommended. 6 episodes on 2 DVDs, 296 min.,
widescreen, SDH subtitles.
The Brontes of Haworth
Starring Michael Kitchen & Alfred Burke
Acorn Media Group
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 620
Silver Spring, MD 20910-3403
9781598287387 $39.99 www.acornonline.com
The Brontes of Haworth: The Dramatic Lives of the Literary Legends is a period drama of the
artistic endeavors and personal hardships of one of England's most well-known and
accomplished literary families. The Reverend Patrick Bronte taught his children Charlotte,
Branwell, Emily, and Anne to think for themselves and harness their imaginations; yet their
transition to adulthood is a rocky one. Pressure to live up to their family's sky-high expectations
is immense, and the young women in particular struggle to adapt the world outside their home.
While the sisters are able to pursue a stable writing career, Branwell becomes increasingly
self-destructive, inflicting ever-greater misfortunes on himself and the family. A gripping saga,
enhanced with bonus material about the Brontes' home in Haworth, The Brontes of Haworth is a
choice pick especially for public library DVD collections. 5 episodes on 2 discs, 260 min., SDH
subtitles, 4:3 fullscreen.
A Cook's Tour
featuring Anthony Bourdain
Questar, Inc.
307 North Michigan Ave., Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60601
9781594646966 $59.99 www.questarentertainment.com
A Cook's Tour in Search of the Perfect Meal: The Complete Series collects all 35 episodes of the
popular gourmet television show, as originally seen on the Food Network, within a thinpack
boxed set of 6 DVDs. Host Anthony Bourdain brings the viewer on a global tour from the United
States to Mexico, the Americas, Europe, Morocco, Russia, Australia, Japan, and Asia, all in
search of the most flavorful and memorable of meals. A showcase of cuisine ranging from
authentic traditional to purely wild, A Cook's Tour is an extraordinarily enjoyable set, sure to
prove popular in public library collections, and makes an excellent gift for foodie friends. 6
DVDs, 13 hours.
German Lineage in Modern Dance
Dr. Betsy Fisher
Dancetime! Publications
c/o WC Books
1200 County Road Rt. 523
Flemington, NJ 08822
$49.95 www.DanceTime.com 1-888-854-5602
Conceived and performed by expert choreographer and dance researcher Dr. Betsy Fisher,
German Lineage in Modern Dance is a tribute to the tradition of Modern Dance from its origins
in Germany before World War I to its breathtaking new developments in late twentieth century
America. Featuring solo performances by dedicated individuals in the style of German
Expression Dance, or Ausdruckstanz, German Lineage in Modern Dance blends these captivating
dance segments with fascinating narration and original photographs. The result is an eye-opening
tour of a vibrant dance tradition that has strong German roots but reaches out to its witnesses
worldwide. A treasure to experience, German Lineage in Modern Dance is the next best thing to
seeing modern dance performed in person, and is highly recommended to dance enthusiasts,
scholars, and college library DVD collections alike. The featured choreography segments are
"Mary Wigman: Witch Dance and Swinging Landscapes", "Dore Hoyer: two excerpts from
Affectos Humanos", "Hanya Holm: Excerpt from Homage to Mahler", "Alwin Nikolais: Excerpt
from the Tribe, plus photos by Tom Caravaglia", and "Murray Louis: Excerpt from Figura". 58
min.
Sensuality & Nationalism in Romantic Ballet
Prof. Claudia Jeschke and Robert Atwood
Dancetime! Publications
c/o WC Books
1200 County Road Rt. 523
Flemington, NJ 08822
$49.95 www.DanceTime.com 1-888-854-5602
Conceived by Prof. Claudia Jeschke (char of the dept. of dance studies, University of Salzburg)
and dance history lecturer Robert Atwood, Sensuality & Nationalism in Romantic Ballet is an
extraordinary, in-depth DVD documentary and reconstruction presenting restaged dances that
were performed in the 19th century. Based entirely on the documentation of 19th century dance
literature and iconography, Sensuality & Nationalism in Romantic Ballet strives to recreate the
performances that were part of this era's culture, and that marked a distinct change in that media
of the times began to portray stories and characters that were ordinary, everyday people. The
influences of "national dance" are also considered, in this beautiful documentary and
performance enhanced with a collection of stunning illustrations from the Derra de Moroda
Dance Archives of Salzburg, Austria. Sensuality & Nationalism in Romantic Ballet is beautiful
to behold, and enthusiastically recommended for amateur ballet connoisseurs and serious ballet
reference shelves alike, especially including college library DVD collections. The recreated
registered dances are "Fandango [1761]", "Vestris Gavotte [1832]", "Cachucha [1871", "Pas de
L'Abeille [1843]", "Pas de la Esmeralda [1859]", and "Tyrolienne [1859]". 57 min.
Mile High + Willpower & Grace
Stacey Lel Krauss
Power Music, Inc.
PO Box 3030, Salt Lake City, UT 84110
www.willpowermethod.com/willpower-gracer-mile-high.html
No ISBN DVD, $24.99, www.willpowerlift.com
Mile High provides a high-energy cardio workout on DVD for any student who would undertake
a routine that promotes conditioning and flexibility training. It takes the industry's major fitness
approach and blends them into a single all-purpose program of workouts that are equipment-free,
barefoot, and blend a positive philosophy into the workout experience. The barefoot training
approach promotes stable routines that minimize the risk of injury, making this a fine at-home
TV program.
Personal Training with Jackie: 30 Day Fast Start
Jackie Warner
Anchor Bay Entertainment
2401 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 200
Troy, MI 48084-3304
No ISBN DVD, $14.98, www.anchorbayent.com
Personal Training with Jackie: 30 Day Fast Start presents the workout method she uses for her
celebrity clients and provides two quick workouts, about 20 minutes each, in the DVD. The idea
is that viewers who commit to these workouts for 30 days will see a distinct difference in their
fitness, getting them on the road to a better lifestyle. Two exercises for each muscle group build a
'power pyramid' training style that provides a logical progression of exercises and challenges. A
fine pick for any home fitness program.
Yoga+Weights
Kimberly Fowler
YAS Productions
No ISBN, $14.95, www.go2yas.com
Yoga+Weights combines basic yoga with 3-pound handheld weights and offers a series of
weight-bearing poses that match the two, making for a fine approach to using yoga to develop
lean muscles. Weight training is a fine method to prevent bone loss and recommended for older
women in particular: this approach blends two disciplines for maximum impact and will intrigue
any who want to develop a home yoga training program.
Screen Printing: The 4 Basic Techniques
Sharyn Pak
On Air Video Inc.
8203 Westminster Rd.
Elkins Park, PA 19027
$16.95 www.onairvideo.com
Screen Printing: The 4 Basic Techniques is a DVD how-to guide to using silk screen printing to
create exciting designs for posters, t-shirts, greeting cards, and fine art prints. (Viewer access to
screen frames, stencil materials, printing inks, printing surfaces, etc. is necessary to gain the full
experience of practicing screen printing, of course). Host Sharyn Pak walks viewers through four
of the most popular screen printing methods step-by-step: paper stencil, positive or negative
blockout, film stencil, and photo emulsion. Screen Printing: The 4 Basic Techniques is especially
ideal for beginners; it opens with review of the materials and tools used in screen printing,
including instructions for preparing and maintaining the necessary equipment. An accessible,
informative, and user-friendly resource, highly recommended to anyone interested in screen
printing, whether as a hobby or for a home business. 73 min.
Yoga for Cancer Recovery
Claire Petretti
Ocean Soul Yoga
c/o 411 Video Information
PO Box 1223
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
$19.99 www.oceansoulyoga.com www.411videoinfo.com
Yoga master and cancer survivor Claire Petretti hosts Yoga for Cancer Recovery, a health and
fitness DVD designed especially to help individuals enduring cancer treatment and recovery. A
60-minute yoga practice segment features postures designed to promote energy, flexibility,
strength, improved movement, and overall body flow, while a 30-minute relaxation practice, with
focus on breathing and rejuvenating one's energy, is the perfect antidote to stress and tension.
Although intended especially for those recovering from cancer or combating other types of
intractable illness, Yoga for Cancer Recovery is quite beneficial to users of all backgrounds.
Highly recommended. 95 min.
Yoga + Weights
Kimberly Fowler
YAS Productions
c/o 411 Video Information
PO Box 1223
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
$14.95 www.go2yas.com www.411videoinfo.com
Featuring YAS Fitness Center founder and owner Kimberly Fowler, Yoga + Weights is a
yoga-hybrid fitness DVD that encourages viewers to use free weights as their own personal
difficulty adjuster for a yoga pose workout designed to strengthen and tone every major muscle
group in the body. Yoga + Weights is part of Fowler's "Let's Get Ripped!" series of strength
training videos ideal for building lean muscle mass for long-term health, weight control, and
metabolism benefits. An energetic, user-friendly workout accessible to viewers of all ages and
fitness levels, Yoga + Weights is especially recommended as a strength training supplement to
viewers who can ill afford expensive equipment or gym memberships. 30 min.
ChogaFlow
Valerie Rogers
www.chogaflow.com
c/o 411 Video Information
PO Box 1223
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
$19.95 www.411videoinfo.com
Suitable for practitioners of all skill and experience levels, ChogaFlow is a fitness DVD featuring
Registered Yoga Alliance Teacher Valerie Rogers' unique practice of seated and standing chair
yoga. A sturdy chair that supports the practitioner's weight and a non-slip yoga mat are the only
materials needed to undertake the exercises, which are particularly ideal for elderly viewers or
those whose physical limitations make getting down to or up from the floor difficult. ChogaFlow
allows one to enjoy the full flexibility, relaxation benefits, and pure joy of yoga without putting
one's knees to the floor. Highly recommended. 55 min.
Jari Love's Get Extremely Ripped! 1000 Hardcore
Jari Love
411 Video Information
PO Box 1223
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
$14.95 www.jarilove.com www.411videoinfo.com
Shot in high definition, Jari Love's Get Extremely Ripped! 1000 Hardcore is the latest fitness
DVD in the award-winning "Get Ripped!" workout series by certified personal trainer Jari Love.
Promoting an intense, endurance-boosting and muscle-building workout, 1000 Hardcore
alternates between five-minute cardio segments and three-minute heavy-duty weight training
exercises, for a total of 6 different cardio segments and 8 different strength training segments, all
sorted into two 30 minute workout blocks that can be performed separately or sequentially. The
viewer also has the option of playing all cardio segments together, or all weight training
segments together. The only necessary equipment is a pair of inexpensive 3-8 pound hand
dumbbells; use of s step is optional. 1000 Hardcore is an exhilarating, intense, and satisfying
workout, enthusiastically recommended for high-energy exercise video collections. 80 min.
Ellen Barrett Live
c/o Fit PR (publicity)
195 Linden Ave., Red Hook, NY 12571
$14.95 each www.ellenbarrett.com
Two DVDs by professional fitness expert Ellen Barrett bring the energy and health benefits of
her classes into the privacy of one's home. "Power Fusion" (46 min.) blends yoga and dance for a
high-energy, waistline-slimming workout that includes muscle toning without bulk, and mat
exercises that target the core. "Grace + Gusto" (46 min.) is a barefoot workout combining
elements of Pilates and basic ballet into an accessible cardio regimen designed to improve
balance, flexibility, and personal fluidity, with a final five minutes devoted to trimming belly fat
and improving one's upper arms. Both DVDs are lively, invigorating, and all-around excellent
additions to any DVD exercise library!
Pentrex
2652 East Walnut St.
Pasadena, CA 91107
$29.95 www.pentrex.com
Pentrex continues its long tradition of top-quality DVDs for railroad enthusiasts with four
excellent picks with live color footage and hi-fi sound and narration, presented in standard
definition 4x3 format. "Union Pacific's Clinchfield Challenge: 50th Anniversary of the Santa
Claus Special" (156342293X, 2 hours) showcases a Challenger engine, operating in the tradition
of railroads that once hauled Appalachian coal across the country; "Missouri Kansas Texas"
(1563422999, 1 hour) brings the viewer on an eye-opening tour of the Missouri-Kansas-Texas
Railroad (popularly known as KATY) and its many types of locomotive cars; "Chesapeake &
Ohio: New River Masquerade" (1563422913, 1 hour 30 min.) brings steam locomotives of the
West Virginia mountains into the viewer's living room, even revealing the inside of a cab
alongside Engineer Rich Melvin; and "Amtrak's Auto Train" (1563422964, 1 hour 15 min.) is the
portrait of an extraordinary train that transports both passengers and their vehicles, as a luxurious
alternative to stressful road trips! All four DVDs are superb gifts for railroading buffs, and quite
literally the next best thing to riding classic railway trains in person. Highly recommended.
The Women's Studies Shelf
Women, Gender, and Terrorism
Laura Sjoberg & Caron E. Gentry, editors
University of Georgia Press
330 Research Drive
Athens, GA, 30602-4901
9780820340388, $24.95, www.ugapress.org
Gender equality has become a more common occurrence... even in terrorism. "Women, Gender,
and Terrorism" discusses the role of women and gender in the twenty first century, offering a
unique view of the endeavor and what it speaks of in societies which may still strongly oppress
women. The discussion touches on traditional Islam, the cultures of many countries where
terrorism is a daily event, and additional thought on what it may mean in the bigger picture.
"Women, Gender, and Terrorism" is a strong addition to any collection focusing on women's
studies or social issues in general.
A Survival Guide for Landlocked Mermaids
Margot Datz
Atria Books/Beyond Words
c/o Beyond Words Publishing
20827 NW Cornell Road, Suite 500
Hillsboro, OR 97124
9781582701608, $16.99, www.beyondwords.com
A Survival Guide for Landlocked Mermaids pairs lovely painted color portraits of mermaids with
discussions of modern women caught in their own emotions and dilemmas. From handling aging
to expressing self through dress, choosing a compatible mate, or letting one's love shine, this
pairs simple advice with mermaid-oriented anecdotes in one-page easy and entertaining
inspirations that go far beyond the usual one-line inspirational guides on the market. Perfect light
but pointed reading for women interested in making the most of their lives, and for general-
interest libraries.
The Agriculture Shelf
Small Farmers, Big Change
David Wilson, Kirsty Wilson, & Claire Harvey
Practical Action Publishing
c/o Stylus Publishing
22883 Quicksilver Drive, Sterling, VA 20166-2012
9781853397127, $14.95, www.styluspub.com
Our future lies not in mega farms, but the works of the small farms. "Small Farmers, Big Change,
Scaling Up Impact in Smallholder Agriculture" discusses small farms throughout the world, and
the role of NGOs - Non-government organizations, have in promoting these small farms and
meeting the world's demand for food. An issue that is a strong one the world over, the authors
come from backgrounds of climate issues, humanitarianism, both important aspects of world
agriculture. "Small Farmers, Big Change, Scaling Up Impact in Smallholder Agriculture" is a
strongly recommended addition to agricultural studies and international issues collections.
John Deere Tractor Legacy
Don Macmillan, editor
Voyageur Press
c/o Quayside Publishing Group
400 First Avenue North, Suite 300
Minneapolis, MN 55401
9780760340141, $24.99, www.voyageurpress.com
John Deere has become an American icon, even as the country has moved away from the fields.
"John Deere Tractor Legacy" discusses this brand's impact on American society for well over one
hundred and fifty years. With many articles discussing the technical aspects of the machinery
through the ages, many relics of ads over the years with plenty of black and white and full color
photography all throughout, "John Deere Tractor Legacy" is a must for any with an infatuation
for these tractors, and seeking a coffee table oriented pick for them.
The Poetry Shelf
Breaking Silence
Jacob Sam-La Rose
Bloodaxe Books
Dufour Editions, Inc.
PO Box 7
Chester Springs, PA 19425-0007
9781852249151, $21.95, www.dufoureditions.com
Poetry catches more than words in a lesson. "Breaking Silence" is a collection of poetry from
Jacob Sam-La Rose, who has gained much renown for his performance and poetry that discusses
our personal struggles, the modern meaning of manhood, and so much more. Thoughtful and
riveting reading, "Breaking Silence" is an excellent pick for world poetry collections.
"Communion": Street corner spotlights, cupped hands,/spit-crossed palms: solid air
pressed/through teeth and lips into high-hats,/kicks, snares and even bass; the moment/passed
round like a chalice or smoke/and riding it all, always, someone/with a need to be heard.
Nitro Nights
W. S. Di Piero
Copper Canyon Press
PO Box 271, Port Townsend, WA 98368
9781556593802, $15.00, www.coppercanyonpress.org
We live on the edge more than we really should. "Nitro Nights" is a collection of poetry from W.
S. Di Piero as he presents a thoughtful exploration of these people struggling to get by, with their
own stories, and their own qualities that create the charm of our world "Nitro Nights" is a
remarkable and much recommended pick for general poetry collections. "Sales": Miguel might, if
he speaks English, call the colors/of ukuleles stretching their necks from yards/of canvas duffel
yoked across his shoulders,/auroral azul, cherry pop, or mojito green,/under this Pac heights sky
where the awful rich/snap their heels past shop windows, past goatskin bags,/fibristic sheets of
celadon paper from Zhejiang,/FIAT cremini, and Cinco de Mayo gelato./Smiling past them, he
passes with his happy load,/a display model whole and nude in his hand, on sale to no one,
uplifted like a Stratocaster/sacramental from mahogany forests in Paraguay.
A Difficult Beauty
David Groulx
Wolsak and Wynn Publishers
69 Hughson Street, North Suite 102
Hamilton, ON Canada L8R 1G5
9781894987578, $17.00, www.wolsakandwynn.ca
The truth is often all too brutal to be embraced. "A Difficult Beauty" is a collection of poetry
from David Groulx, who presents poetry that is honest about the charm and beauty of life as well
as the failure and loss. "A Difficult Beauty" is a fine assortment of verse, a choice addition to
literary poetry collections. "Vanishing Indians": These Indians are dead/they died of cancer/went
blind/and could only follow the wind//White people love this about Indians//this flesh turning to
dust/this mob at my hands//the voices worn like ribbons/on the wind.
In the Ice House
Genevieve Kaplan
Red Hen Press
PO Box 3537
Granada Hills, CA 91394
9781597094627, $16.95, www.redhen.org
Order is a lie, but our world has plenty to see outside it. "In the Ice House" is a collection of
original and creatively disjointed poetry from Genevieve Kaplan, discussing a unique world with
her own flavor on it all. With a touch of humor and plenty to keep readers reading, "In the Ice
House" is a core addition to any modern poetry collection. "The Forest and the Trees": The
World is laid out and we follow it.//So we squabble. So we set/our foot down. As we
release.
Dancing, with Mirrors
George Amabile
The Porcupine's Quill
68 Main St., PO Box 160
Erin, Ontario, Canada, N0B 1T0
9780889843431, $19.95, www.porcupinesquill.ca
As time rolls on, some memories grow more vivid, and some become more distant. "Dancing,
with Mirrors" is a collection of poetry from George Amabile, who presents a unique picture
through verse of decades gone by and the imagery we retain from it all. Well crafted cantos gives
his form a unique blend of almost epic poetry, "Dancing, with Mirrors" is a fine assortment and
much recommended for poetry collections, particularly those with a focus on Canada.
Dear Editor
Amy Newman
Persea Books
853 Broadway, Suite 604
New York, NY 10003
9780892553877, $15.00, www.perseabooks.com
Our pleas to be heard often go unheard. "Dear Editor" is an original assortment of 'prose poems'
as Amy Newman uses the method of an author pleading to a publisher to be heard out for their
chance to be heard, to speak on the things important to them. A unique story telling method that
presents some things to think about, "Dear Editor" is a fine addition to any community library
poetry collection, highly recommended.
The Metaphysical Studies Shelf
A Dictionary of Western Alchemy
Jordan Stratford
Quest Books
c/o The Theosophical Publishing House
PO Box 270
Wheaton, IL 60189-0270
9780835608978, $17.95, www.questbooks.net
Alchemy in the west is far more than trying to turn lead into gold. "A Dictionary of Western
Alchemy" serves as a dictionary of the terms and ideas behind the practice of alchemy,
explaining the history and processes behind the methods used by those driven by the pursuits of
the philosopher's stone and the principles of this unique science. "A Dictionary of Western
Alchemy" is well worth considering for those who want a greater understanding of what lies
behind it.
Visionary Shamanism
Linda Star Wolf & Anne Dillon
Bear & Company
c/o Inner Traditions International, Ltd.
One Park Street
Rochester, VT 05767
9781591431312, $16.00, www.innertraditions.com
Understanding spirits is to understand ourselves. "Visionary Shamanism: Activating the Imaginal
Cells of the Human Energy Field" as she channels the ideals of shamanism and our own
spirituality to understand our rapidly changing world, and best embrace it. With an included CD
that hopes to help readers embark on a spiritual and musical journey of their own, "Visionary
Shamanism" is a strongly recommended pick for followers of new age philosophy, very much
recommended.
Lost Civilizations & Secrets of the Past
Michael Pye & Kirsten Dalley
New Page Books
c/o Career Press Inc.
PO Box 687
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417
9781601631961, $15.99, www.newpagebooks.com
Our world's history is long and spanning, and there has been much lost to the sands of time. "Lost
Civilizations & Secrets of the Past" is a discussion of what was lost to history as many writers
who focus on lost history and ancient mysteries come to discuss the legends of Atlantis, Lemuria,
as well as what such places may have held deep in our history, technological discoveries lost to
the ages, and so much more. For those with an interest in history's hidden treasures, "Lost
Civilizations & Secrets of the Past" is an excellent and much recommended pick for
metaphysical studies collections.
The Parenting Shelf
Everyday Parenting
Thomas J. Dishion, Elizabeth A. Stormshak, & Kathryn A. Kavanagh
Research Press Publishers
2612 North Mattis Avenue
Champaign, IL 61822
9780878226580, $18.95, www.researchpress.com
In many ways, a household is like a business that must be managed. "Everyday Parenting: A
Professional Guide to Building Family Management Skills" discusses the struggles that many
parents face as they try to manage their children through their lives and often find themselves
struggling and over their heads. With plenty of exercises to help one manage the stress of their
own lives and their children, as well as a PC CD with additional resources, "Everyday Parenting"
is a top pick for the overwhelmed parent, very much recommended.
8 Strategies for Successful Step-Parenting
Nadir Baksh & Laurie Murphy
Hohm Press
PO Box 2501
Prescott, AZ 86302
9781935387084, $14.95, www.hohmpress.com
Step-parenting can often prove a daunting endeavor. "8 Strategies for Successful Step-Parenting"
discusses what step-parents can do to be important to their child's lives, a task that often leaves
many step parents overwhelmed. From creating a bond with the child and creating a bond with
both biological parents, and remembering that a step parent can mean the world, "8 Strategies for
Successful Step-Parenting" is a strongly recommended pick for any new step parent who may be
feeling overwhelmed.
100 Things I Wish I Knew in my Baby's First Year
Randy &Dean & Lorri Gorno
Paragon House
1925 Oakcrest Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55113
9781557788979, $14.95, www.paragonhouse.com
No one is the perfect parent, especially when shocked with the first year of a child's life. "100
Things I Wish I Knew in my Baby's First Year" is a collection of thoughts and ideas for new
parents who are trying to cope with the often overwhelming time that comes to new parents.
From dieting advice, understanding baby behavior, advice for better health for baby and parent,
and much more. "100 Things I Wish I Knew in my Baby's First Year" is an excellent pick for
new parents who are overwhelmed by the new life in their lives.
Hope for Parents of Troubled Teens
Connie Rae
Bethany House
c/o Baker Publishing Group
6030 E Fulton
Ada, MI 49301
9780764209468, $12.99, www.bethanyhouse.com
When a child seems lost to the world, a parent's only question is what they can do. "Hope for
Parents of Troubled Teens: A Practical Guide to Getting Them Back on Track" is a guide of
parents who are concerned about their children and want to do what they can to help them get
back on track for their lives. A parent can't force a teenager to get their lives together, but they
can facilitate them in many ways, and Connie Rae explains how. "Hope for Parents" is an
excellent advisory, very much recommended reading.
From Santa to Sexting
Brenda Hutner & Kristen Blair
Leafwood Publishers
c/o Abilene Christian University Press
1626 Campus Court, Abilene, TX 79601
9780891121305, $14.99, www.leafwoodpublishers.com
Children growing up is the most terrifying thing in the world to a parent. "From Santa to Sexting:
Helping Your Child Safely Navigate Middle School and Shape the Choices that Last a Lifetime"
is a guide for parents who want to cope with the modern era and how to act as a guide to your
children in a time where there's little barrier between the kid's world and the adult world. "From
Santa to Sexting" is very much recommended to Christian parents who want to help keep their
children on the right path through life.
Different Dream Parenting
Jolene Philo
Discovery House
c/o Barbour
PO Box 3566, Grand Rapids, MI 49501
9781572934672, $10.99, www.dhp.org
Some children need an extra helping hand, and any parent will rise to that challenge. "Different
Dream Parenting: A Practical Guide to Raising a Child with Special Needs" is a parenting guide
with Christian foundations for parents who are being charged with raising a special needs child.
Drawing on her own experience of twenty five years, Jolene Philo writes with faith and
practicality on how to find the strength to answer those needs and give your child what they need
to reach their full potential. "Different Dream Parenting" is an excellent pick for any Christian
parent who may be feeling overwhelmed during this stressful time.
The Buddhist Studies Shelf
Life
Hsing Yun
Buddha's Light Publishing
3456 S. Glenmark Dirve
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
9781932293463, $15.95, www.blpusa.com
A bit of Buddhist philosophy can help one understand decidedly non-Buddhist issues. "Life" is a
collection of musings on Buddhist philosophy and ideals from Venerable Master Hsing Yun,
who presents a collection of thought and philosophy, discussing human rights, education,
politics, among other issues and how he believes the Buddha would have understood them.
"Life" is an excellent pick for anyone who enjoys discussing Buddhist philosophy, very much
recommended reading.
A Little Book of Love
Moh Hardin
Shambhala Publications, Inc.
300 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, MA 02115-4544
9781590309001, $15.95, www.shambhala.com
Happiness starts from within. "A Little Book of Love: Heart Advice on Bringing Happiness to
Ourselves and Our World" is a sage read from Moh Hardin as he brings a touch of Buddhist
philosophy to finding one's way through life and through the challenges we often face on that
journey. Encouraging self-reliance and wisdom, "A Little Book of Love" has plenty to ponder
and consider, and is very much recommended.
The Self-Help Shelf
Do You Quantum Think?
Dianne Collins
Select Books
1 Union Square West
Suite 909
New York City, NY 10003
9781590790748, $24.95, www.selectbooks.com
New light can change one's perspective on the whole world. "Do You Quantum Think?: New
Thinking That Will ROCK Your World" is a spiritual and philosophical read from Dianne
Collins. Stating that the world changes so fast that it can often be difficult to keep up with,
Collins advises a unique brand of thinking that moves with the world. Bringing a find assortment
of thought to the table, "Do You Quantum Think?" is a fine assortment of knowledge and
thought, very much recommended.
The Beauty Blueprint
Michelle Phillips
Hay House, Inc.
PO Box 5100
Carlsbad, CA 92018-5100
9781401931735, $14.95, www.hayhouse.com
Beauty is a goal that is easier said than done. "The Beauty Blueprint: 8 Steps to Building the Life
and Look of Your Dreams" is an inspirational guide from Michelle Phillips, life coach and make
up artist as she seeks to inspire and motivate readers to find their own drive and success through
their lives. Through your twenties and thirties, you have your chances to make the best time of
your life, and Phillips advises readers how to get outer and inner beauty. "The Beauty Blueprint"
is a fine and recommended choice for self-help and health collections
The 7 Minute Solution
Allyson Lewis
The Free Press
c/o Simon & Schuster
1230 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
9781451628227, $25.00, www.simonsays.com
A little time to evaluate what's important can mean everything. "The 7 Minute Solution: Creating
a Life with Meaning 7 Minutes at a Time" is an advisory from Allyson Lewis on how to focus
one's life with seven minutes of thought daily. During that time, she challenges readers to assess
their situation, to find their motivation, understand if they are learning, finding their own faith,
and using what they've learned to forge their own path. "The 7 Minute Solution" is a powerful
and much recommended pick for self-help and inspirational community library collections.
The Human Sexuality Shelf
Sexuality & Long-Term Care
Gayle Appel Doll
Health Professions Press, Inc.
PO Box 10624
Baltimore, MD 21285-0624
9781932529746, $38.95, www.healthpropress.com
Once that puberty switch turns on, it never turns off, even at advanced aged. "Sexuality &
Long-Term Care: Understanding and Supporting the Needs of Older Adults" discuses a topic not
often discussed when speaking of senior care. Discussing senior love and the place of care staff
and nurses in long term care situations, author Gayle Appel Doll provides a comprehensive guide
to understanding senior sexuality for the care provider. "Sexuality & Long-Term Care" is an
excellent and recommended addition to any health reference collection.
The Gardening Shelf
The Fruit Gardener's Bible
Lewis Hill & Leonard Perry
Storey Publishing
210 Mass MoCA Way
North Adams, MA 01247
9781603425674, $24.95, www.storey.com
You can get good, sweet fruit from one's own resources. "The Fruit Gardener's Bible: A
Complete Guide to Growing Fruits and Nuts in the Home Garden" is a guide for aspiring
gardeners who want to produce edible fruits and nuts in their personal gardens. From picking
what best grows in your region, working towards a better harvest, creating eye candy, staying
organic and making it all worth your while. "The Fruit Gardener's Bible" is a fine pick for anyone
with a love of gardening, a very much recommended read.
Keeping Your Houseplants Alive & Thriving
Sandy Baker
Atlantic Publishing Group
1405 SW 6th Ave
Ocala, FL 34471-0640
9781601383495, $24.95, www.atlantic-pub.com
It takes more than a little water. "Keeping Your Houseplants Alive & Thriving: Everything You
Need to Know Explained Simply" is a straight forward guide to the everyday gardener from
Sandy Baker, who advises readers on how to better care for their houseplant and make it grow
into something to be proud of, from providing the right amount of food, water, and sunlight that
many common and not so common breeds of plant need. "Keeping Your Houseplants Alive &
Thriving" is an excellent choice and recommended pick for home gardening library
collections.
The Chinese Medicinal Herb Farm
Peg Schafer
Chelsea Green Publishing Company
PO Box 428
White River Junction, VT 05001-0428
9781603583305, $34.95, www.chelseagreen.com
Much of modern medicine is derived from a great variety of plants, where traditional Chinese
medicine found its treatments. "The Chinese Medicinal Herb Farm: A Cultivator's Guide to
Small-Scale Organic Herb Production" discusses how one can create their own personally grown
medicinal herb garden, and what needs to be understood to make it a useful supply for the
grower. With full color photos assisting in an understanding of each herb, its purpose, and its
growing conditions, "The Chinese Medicinal Herb Farm" is very much worth considering for
those who want to try different with their gardens.
The Automotive Shelf
The Cars of American Motors
Marc Cranswick
McFarland & Company
PO Box 611
Jefferson NC 28640
9780786446728, $38.00, www.mcfarlandpub.com
Defiant against the behemoth auto companies of the 1950, "The Cars of American Motors"
chronicles the times of American Motors, who throughout their existence came to be known for a
unique quality that earns them renown in automotive history. Their designs improved the
automobile and led to the creation of many classic cars, and proved to be a favorite by many car
enthusiasts until their absorption by Chrysler in 1987. "The Cars of American Motors" is a must
for any automobile enthusiast who wants to learn more about the place of American motors in
twentieth century American history.
The Aging Shelf
Wrinkles Don't Hurt
Ruth Fishel
Health Communications, Inc.
3201 S.W. 15th Street
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442-8190
9780757315909, $14.95, www.hcibooks.com
Good aging is aging that is embraced. "Wrinkles Don't Hurt: Daily Meditations of Aging
Mindfully" is an inspirational read from Ruth Fishel, who provides a powerful set of affirmations
for those facing growing age and all the pressures that go along with it. With humor and
practicality, Fishel advocates mindfulness, to make sure one is always aware of the direction they
go. "Wrinkles Don't Hurt" is a solid and recommended read for community library self-help and
aging collections.
The Hunting/Fishing Shelf
Hunting, Fishing, and Camping
Leon Leonwood Bean
Down East Books
PO Box 679
Camden, ME 04843
9781608930128, $19.95, www.downeastbooks.com
LL Bean is known for vast amounts of mail order goods, but it started from a love of hunting and
fishing. "Hunting, Fishing, and Camping" is a reprinting of the famed story of the American
dream, following Leon Leonwood Bean, patriarch of the famed LL Bean catalogs who from a
new shoe for hiking and camping, carved his place in American culture. In 1942, after he got his
business going, he wrote a book about the things he loved, with practical wisdom. Over half a
century later, Down East Books presents a reprinting enhanced by full color photos, with wisdom
that remains practical still. "Hunting, Fishing, and Camping" is a fine pick for community library
hunting and fishing reference collections.
The Crafts Shelf
Show Your Colors
Jamie Hogsett & Sara Hardin Oehler
Kalmbach Publishing Company
21027 Crossroads Circle
Waukesha, WI 53186
9780871167118, $19.95, www.kalmbachbooks.com
Jewelry has more color than silver and gold. "Show Your Colors: 30 Flexible Beading Wire
Jewelry Projects" is a collection of craft projects one can embark on using colored wire to create
unique works that truly accessorize one's appearance. With full color photos that explain and
help enhance the projects, "Show Your Colors" is a do-it-yourself guide for creative jewelcrafters
who are seeking the first step to their own inspirations in work.
The Theatre/Cinema Shelf
America's Film Legacy
Daniel Eagan
Continuum International Publishing Group
80 Maiden Lane, Suite 704
New York, NY 10038
9781441158697, $17.95, www.continuumbooks.com
The art of film can often seem lost with some of the bottom of the barrel films released, but there
are important cornerstones of our culture in film. "America's Film Legacy: 2009-2010: A
Viewer's Guide to The 50 Landmark Movies Added to the National Film Registry in 2009-10"
chronicles the fifty films added to the National film registry in these years and discusses their
historic value. These films capture events of history, are award winning, or had long lasting
impacts on popular culture. "America's Film Legacy" is a strongly recommended pick for anyone
who wants to understand why certain films have gained such renown.
The Complete Guide to Writing, Producing, and Directing a Low-Budget Short Film
Gini Graham Scott
Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing
33 Plymouth St., Suite 302
Montclair, NJ 07042
9780879103927, $19.99, www.halleonard.com
Budget is a big deal, but it's an obstacle that can be overcome. "The Complete Guide to Writing,
Producing, and Directing a Low-Budget Short Film" is a guide for those who want to break into
film-making through their own determination and endeavor. These films can be made for little
money, and can be a great endeavor for those who simply love movies or want to start a career.
"The Complete Guide to Writing, Producing, and Directing a Low-Budget Short Film" is an
excellent pick worth considering for those who don't know where to start.
Picturing Tolkien
Janice M. Bogstad and Philip E. Kaveny, editors
McFarland & Company
PO Box 611
Jefferson NC 28640
9780786446360 $35.00 www.mcfarlandpub.com
Picturing Tolkien: Essays on Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings Film Trilogy gathers a
diversity of scholarly writings by learned authors scrutinizing the award-winning and
extraordinarily popular live-action adaptations of Tolkien's classic fantasy novels. Storytelling
techniques of cinema, structure, character, and culture are especially examined and critiqued at
length. Individual essays include "'It's Alive!': Tolkien's Monster on the Screen", "Frodo Lives
but Gollum Redeems the Blood of Kings", "Concerning Horses: Establishing Cultural Settings
from Tolkien to Jackson", "Jackson's Aragorn and the American Superhero Monomyth", and
much more. Essay notes and an index round out this extraordinary cross-examination of one of
the most widely beloved modern fantasy movies, sure to prove fascinating to "Lord of the Rings"
movie fans and cinema scholars alike.
Acting The Active Process
Tom McNally
Kendall Hunt Publishing Company
4050 Westmark Drive
Dubuque, IA 52004-1840
9780757597213, $60.00, www.kendallhunt.com
Acting is an art all its own, and has led to some not fully understanding it. "Acting: The Active
Process" is an motivational read for those who want to embrace acting as a way to express
themselves more fully in life. McNally discusses the many methods and concepts behind acting,
from founding a character, understanding the problem, embracing the soul, from reading lines to
improv, and much more, "Acting" is a fine pick for those who want to better understand the
power of expressing oneself on stage.
The Comix/Graphic Novel Shelf
Modern Masters Volume 27: Ron Garney
Jorge Khoury & Eric Nolen-Weathington
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614
9781605490403 $15.95 www.twomorrows.com
Modern Masters Volume 27: Ron Garney continues publisher TwoMorrows' impressive series
spotlighting the work and legacy of popular modern comic book artists. A wealth of Garney's
black-and-white illustrations on almost every page and a sampling of color pages enhance this
book-length interview with a talented and dedicated man about his work, including his
well-known runs on such widely loved titles as "Captain America", "Hulk", "Wolverine", and
"Weapon X". Garney's talent for portraying both action and emotion stands out in this engaging
tribute enthusiastically recommended for any superhero comic fan who has ever loved his
work.
The Wonder Years
Mark Alexander
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614
9781605490380, $19.95, www.twomorrows.com
The impact of Jack Kirby's artwork is not to be understated in the world of comics. "Lee &
Kirby: The Wonder Years" tells the story of the famed duo of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, creators
of the Fantastic Four and other famed Silver Sage 1960s comics for Marvel. A trip through
nostalgia written by a true fan in Mark Alexander who finished the tribute shortly before his
death. "Lee & Kirby" is a fine pick for those who want a retrospective on the silver age of
comics.
The Boy Who Loved Batman
Michael E. Uslan
Chronicle Books
680 Second Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
9780811875509, $29.95, www.chroniclebooks.com
The Boy Who Loved Batman: A Memoir provides the true story of a comics-obsessed kid who
came of age in the 1950s and transformed his passion to the Hollywood screen. Michael Uslan's
passion for comics and superheroes didn't end with adulthood: instead he transformed it to create
the modern Batman franchise. Chapters document this process in a pick highly recommended for
collections strong in comics, Hollywood film, and autobiography alike.
The Stan Lee Universe SC
Danny Fingeroth, et.al.
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
9781605490298, $26.95, www.twomorrows.com
THE STAN LEE UNIVERSE is packed with interviews and reflections by the leader of Marvel
Comics and is a 'must' for any collection serious about presenting comic book history. From the
horse's mouth comes insights into the evolution of the comics industry as a whole, with chapters
offering rare, previously unpublished interviews with Stan Lee on the topic of how the industry
evolved. Supporting interviews with other major personalities who helped shape the field provide
a powerful collection of insights accompanied by rare photos, sample scripts, and more. A 'must'
for any comics and graphic novel collection.
The Relationship Shelf
The Spiritual Girl's Guide to Dating
Amy Leigh Mercree
Adams Media Corporation
57 Littlefield Street, 2nd floor
Avon, MA 02322
9781440529801, $15.95, www.adamsmedia.com
For those with faith and soul, one would require the one in their lives to share that. "The Spiritual
Girl's Guide to Dating: Your Enlightened Path to Love, Sex, & Soul Mates" is a sage read from
Amy Leigh Mercee who advises readers on how to find that soul mate out there with a bit of soul
behind him. Honest and frank reading, Mercee touches on how to find worthy guys and how to
avoid the ones that will bring only heartbreak. "The Spiritual Girl's Guide to Dating" is a much
for those who hold spirit dear and have no one to share it with.
The Memoir Shelf
Silver Like Dust
Kimi Cunningham Grant
Pegasus Books
80 Broad Street,5th Floor
New York, NY 10004
9781605982724, $26.96, www.pegasusbooks.com
To be detained by your own country is horrifying, but for over a hundred thousand Americans, it
was reality. "Silver Like Dust" is a family history from Kimi Cunningham Grant, as she sought
her grandmother's story about being held in America's Japanese-American internment camps
during World War II, in a racist backlash following the attacks on Pearl Harbor. Set amid a black
mark on American history, "Silver Like Dust" is a tale from a dying generation in the hope that it
isn't lost to the passage of time. "Silver Like Dust" is a strongly recommended addition to any
memoir collection, especially those with a focus on World War II.
Up from Down
Ted Adamson
Westbow
1663 Liberty Dr. Suite #300
Bloomington, IN 47403
9781449725013, $11.95, www.westbowpress.com
Addiction can tear apart our lives. "Up from Down: A True Story of Recovery From Addiction"
is a memoir from Ted Adamson as he discusses his battles with heroin addiction, as he shares his
story with a no holds barred look at addiction and the damage it can do to our lives. Frank and
honest, he hopes his story will ring true with other addicts and help them find their way through.
"Up from Down" is an excellent and thoughtful memoir, not to be overlooked.
The Jobs/Careers Shelf
The Private Voice Studio Handbook
Joan Frey Boytim
Hal Leonard
7777 West Bluemound Road
P.O. Box 13819, Milwaukee, WI 53213
9780634047381, $16.99, www.halleonard.com
"The Private Voice Studio Handbook" is a definitive, practical, all-embracing guide for
self-employed vocal music instructors. Specializing in an organized, disciplined approach to
classic vocal music for teenage or adult voices, Mrs. Boytim presents twelve chapters of
extremely useful information for the beginning private vocal teacher. Subjects covered include
getting started, defining one's teaching style, necessities for the vocal studio, organizational
assists such as policy statements, make-up lessons, payments, etc., organization, auditioning new
students, practice recommendations, musical and vocal fitness, repertoire for all ages, sacred
solos and octavos, anthologies for adolescent and novice singers. and much more. Additionally,
there are suggestions about vocal techniques, more about teaching style, more about the business
aspect of private vocal teaching, plus the author's thoughts about working with students who are
older (than the instructor) and younger (than 12). An interesting comment comparing lesson
content for younger voices with teenage and adult voices: "...he (Robert Edwin, a voice teacher
of children involved in professional performances) tends to divide the 30-minute lesson in the
same way many of us do - 15 minutes on technique and 15 minutes on repertoire (p. 100)."
Specific anthologies and collections are suggested for different age voices and different
performance areas. Helpful appendices contain solfeggio syllable sheets for intro to music
reading, warm-up exercises, and forms of inquiry for out of print copyrighted material, plus an
NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing) code of ethics for vocal instructors. Even
taxes, insurance, and retirement are topics included in "The Private Voice Studio Handbook,"
along with a practical guide to U.S. copyright law. In total, "The Private Voice Studio
Handbook" is an invaluable text tool for any beginning professional vocal music instructor,
providing a basic framework of practical organizational information that will assist the starting of
your career in vocal music instruction.
All The Doors To Hollywood And How To Open Them
Anne M. Strick
CreateSpace
c/o Michael & Mitchell Hamilburg Agency
149 South Barrington, #732, L.A. CA 90049
9781460996072, $7.99, www.amazon.com
In "All The Doors To Hollywood And How To Open Them", author Anne M. Strick draws upon
her more that twenty years working in the film industry as a Unit Publicist, Project Coordinator,
and National Publicity Director to provide aspiring actors, screenwriters, and anyone else with
Hollywood ambitions and dreams with a 186-page compendium of real world information, tips,
tricks, strategies, tactics and job descriptions. From accountants, gaffers, and special effects, to
graphic designers, set decorators, and make-up personnel, anyone seeking to establish a career in
the movie industry would be very well advised by reading "All The Doors To Hollywood And
How To Open Them" as their beginning step. Also very highly recommended is Anne M. Strick's
insider presentation of how movies are really made, "The Rebel Princess" (9781452864976,
$15.99).
The Library Science Shelf
Small Public Library Management
Jane Pearlmutter & Paul Nelson
ALA Editions
c/o American Library Association
50 East Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611
9780838910856, $45.00, www.alastore.ala.org
With space and money at a premium, knowing how to hit the fundamentals on a tiny budget is
key for success. "Small Public Library Management" discusses what the small public librarian
needs to know to deal with their daunting task in a small space. From understanding the details of
a budget, answering tot he controlling library board, delegation, managing one's collection well,
and managing to serve one's community when it may seem difficult, "Small Public Library
Management" is a vitally useful handbook for any librarian who is feeling overwhelmed by the
many constraints that surround them.
Know it All, Find it Fast
Heather Dawson
Facet Publishing
c/o Neal-Schuman Publishers
100 William Street, Suite 2004
New York, NY 10038-4512
9781856047593, $99.95, www.neal-schuman.com
With the mass of information available in today's world, managing it all can be overwhelming.
"Know it All, Find It Fast for Academic Libraries" is a guide for librarians who want to be able
to find the answers to the questions they may be asked, and find these answers quickly and
effectively. Complete and comprehensive, author Heater Dawson, a library leader at the London
School of Economics, provides the techniques needed to take a question and answer it for a
patron quickly and effectively. Practical advice for librarians in managing their collections
through technology and general know how, "Know it All, Find it Fast For Academic Librarians"
is a strongly recommended addition for any librarians library science reference collection.
Teens Go Green!
Valerie Colston
ABC-CLIO
PO Box 1911
Santa Barbara, CA 93116-1911
9781591589297, $40.00, www.abc-clio.com
Gardening and green advocacy can be positive activities for youths. "Teens Go Green!: Tips,
Techniques, Tools, and Themes for YA Programming" discussing how to embrace the green
growing ideas and adapting them for after school programs to be used by librarians and other
educators who want to advocate this green activity. With plenty of practical advice on how to get
started and get the program going, common problems, and much more, "Teens Go Green!" is a
top pick for those looking to expand the horizons of their school's youths.
The International Studies Shelf
Unwrapping Swiss Culture
Spring Journal and Books
627 Ursulines Street #7
New Orleans, LO 70116
9781935528203, $25.95, www.springjournalandbooks.com
Neutrality, Chocolate, and Cough drops are the first things that come to mind when Switzerland
is mentioned. "Unwrapping Swiss Culture: Spring - A Journal of Archetype & Culture" discusses
Swiss culture through a lens of psychology, as many writers provide an intellectual look at Swiss
culture and the works of master psychologists such as Jung. A scholarly and enlightening
compilation, "Unwrapping Swiss Culture" is an excellent and much recommended pick for
community library collections.
Why the U. S. Needs Saudi Arabia
Winberg Chai, editor
University of Indianapolis Press
1400 East Hanna Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46227-3697
9781880938782, $19.95, www.uindy.edu
Saudi Arabia is more than a source of oil for the United States. "Why the U.S. Needs Saudi
Arabia" discusses American and Saudi Arabian relations, stating that America needs Saudi
Arabia's assistance in its international affairs and trade. Winberg Chai is a scholar with a focus
on Saudi Arabia, and offers a unique perspective on this partnership that has been both celebrated
and denounced. "Why the U. S. Needs Saudi Arabia" is a fine pick for those studying
international affairs, highly recommended.
The Soverignty Solution
Anna Simons, Joe McGraw, & Duane Lauchengco
Naval Institute Press
291 Wood Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
9781612510507, $32.95, www.navalinstitute.org
For greater peace around the world, sovereignty among many nations must be respected. "The
Sovereignty Solution: A Commonsense Approach to Global Security" discusses American
security and the bad habit of trying to police the world. The authors come together and use their
combined expertise to claiming international security without threatening the independence of
other nations, advocating common sense and cooperation instead of arrogance. To truly wage war
on terror, one must rout the disease as well as the symptoms. "The Sovereignty Solution" is an
excellent pick for community and library reference collections discussing important international
issues.
What the U.S. Can Learn from China
Ann Lee
Berrett Koehler
235 Montgomery Street, Suite 650
San Francisco, CA 94104-2916
9781609941246, $27.95, www.bkconnection.com
There is much to be learned from competition, including on the world stage. "What the U.S. Can
Learn from China: An Open-Minded Guide to Treating Our Greatest Competitor As Our Greatest
Teacher" discusses the rising rivalry between China and the United States, with China's growing
economic power and America's waning influence. Too fast have many thinkers been to write
China off as another Soviet Union, a them to be vilified, when we can take lessons to China and
use them to improve America. With a strong overview of China's strengths and weaknesses, and
how America can improve itself by taking the good and leaving the bad, "What the U.S. Can
Learn from China" is a read well worth considering for anyone who wants to understand world
economics.
The Philosophy Shelf
The Jester and the Sages
Forrest G. Robinson, Gabriel Noah Brahm Jr., Catherine Carlstroem
University of Missouri Press
2910 LeMone Boulevard
Columbia, MO 65201
9780826219527, $35.00, www.umsystem.edu/upress
Philosophy comes in many forms. "The Jester and the Sages: Mark Twain in Conversation with
Nietzsche, Freud, and Marx" discusses a potential conversation between Mark Twain and these
four men, who despite sharing a similar role throughout the nineteenth and early twentieth
centuries, never truly met. In their time they saw much change in the avenues of faith and
morality, which stepped away from complete reverence of Christianity. An intriguing read that
presents much to ponder, "The Jester and the Sages" is an excellent addition to philosophy and
literary studies collections.
The Language Studies Shelf
Ovid: Ars Amatoria/Remedia Amoris
Graves Haydon Thompson
Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers
1570 Baskin Road, Mundelein, IL 60060
0865163952, $33.00, www.bolchazy.com
Ovid was arguably the most influential Roman poet of his day. Beginning with an informed and
informative description and introduction by Professor Graves Haydon Thompson, "Ovid: Ars
Amatoria/Remedia Amoris" is a superbly presented text of Ovid's Ars Amatoria presented in a
three section: Liber Primus; Liber Secundus; and Liber Tertius. Professor Thompson then
presents 'Remedia Amoris'. Each page of Latin text is profusely underlined with numbered
English meanings of Latin words and word elements. Of special note is a comprehensive Basic
Vocabulary to be found on the inside of the back cover in a special fold out page. "Ovid: Ars
Amatoria/Remedia Amoris" is strongly recommended as a core addition to personal and
academic library Latin Language Studies reference collections and a curriculum supplement
text.
Innovations in NLP
L. Michael Hall & Shelle Rose Charvet
Crown House Publishing
6 Trowbridge Drive Suite 5
Bethel, CT 06801
9781845907341, $35.00, www.CHPUS.com
The best trainer is the self. "Innovations in NLP: For Challenging Times" is a collection of essays
from a wide variety of authors as they discuss developments in Neuro-linguistic programming, an
alternative method of learning, and how to use it to improve one's skills and methods in their
own life. Analyzing it completely and comprehensively with much to think about even to novices
of NLP, "Innovations in NLP: For Challenging Times" is a strongly recommended pick for
community and college library self-improvement collections.
The Law/Justice Shelf
Institutes of Divine Jurisprudence
Christian Thomasius
Liberty Fund, Inc.
8335 Allison Pointe Trail, #300
Indianapolis, IN 46250-1684
9780865975194, $14.50, www.libertyfund.org
There are laws that are laws just beyond the state saying so. "Institutes of Divine Jurisprudence
with Selections from Foundations of the Law of Nature and Nations" is a republication of famed
jurist and philosopher Christian Thomasius who throughout the seventeenth century contributed
greatly tot he discussion of law and its meaning and purpose. A major force in the enlightenment,
Thomasius's thoughts on natural law remain important reading, and Liberty Fund presents it for
the first time in English, expertly done by Thomas Anhert. "Institutes of Divine Jurisprudence" is
a strongly recommended addition to any law or philosophy collection.
The Money/Finance Shelf
Directory of Financial Aids for Women
Gail Ann Schlachter & R. David Weber
Reference Service Press
El Dorago Hills Business Park
5000 Windplay Drive, Suite 4
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-9319
9781588412164, $45.00, www.rspfunding.com
Education's cost is high, but in today's world, it is too valuable to ignore. "Directory of Financial
Aids for Women 2012-2014" is a guide for aspiring collegiate women to put together their
college dreams. Complete and comprehensive, Gail Ann Schlacter & R. David Weber put
together an invaluable compilation of what opportunities are available to women of any age who want to
go to school, be it from high school or later in life. Comprehensive in its information and
knowledge with plenty of contact info and complete eligibility, "Directory of Financial Aids for
Women 2012-2014" is a must for any woman who needs help for education and doesn't know
where to find it.
Marketing for Scientists
Marc J. Kuchner
Island Press
1718 Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Suite 300
Washington, DC 20009-1148
9781597269940, $19.95, www.islandpress.org
Science often finds itself on the cutting block when funds grow short. "Marketing for Scientists:
How to Shine in Tough Times" discusses the marketing behind science, and states that in today's
modern era, good marketing is needed to gain success and the funds they need to advance their
curiosity and need for discovery. It all comes down to marketing to try to win grants, getting the
job one seeks, and much more. "Marketing for Scientists" is a strong pick for anyone in a science
career who often feels the money need to succeed just isn't there.
The Economic Studies Shelf
The Handbook of International Trade and Finance, second edition
Anders Grath
Kogan Page USA
1518 Walnut Street, Suite 1100
Philadelphia, PA 19102
9780749463977, $80.00, www.koganpageusa.com
World trade can prove so very difficult. "The Handbook of International Trade and Finance"
discusses the rules and knowledge behind international trade and how to gain a more complete
understanding of high-end trading across the world. Anders Grath provides this complete and
comprehensive guide to trading safely, dealing with international currency, insurance, and
understanding the many types of trading plans. "The Handbook of International Trade and
Finance" is an invaluable, complete and comprehensive resource text for community and college
library financial studies collections focusing on international trade.
Theory as History
Jairus Banaji
Haymarket Books
PO Box 180165
Chicago, IL 60618
9781608461431, $28.00, www.haymarketbooks.org
There are many ways for a country to produce, and their systems each carry their advantages and
disadvantages. "Theory as History: Essays on Modes of Production and Exploitation" discusses
economic theories and modes of production. Jairus Banaji, a professional researcher at Oxford,
discusses materialism, the works of Marx, and countless other writers in the role of world
economics and production. From the impact of slavery, the rise of the poor taking control, and
the role of other philosophies and faiths impacting the discussion, "Theory as History" is a
unique way to discuss history, economics, and the people behind it, a core addition to any
community library history collection.
The Large Print Shelf
Iron Dust
Max Brand
Ulverscroft Large Print
PO Box 1230
West Seneca, NY 14224-1230
9780753187548, $29.99, www.ulverscroftusa.com
A quiet blacksmith's life isn't for some people. "Iron Dust" follows Andrew Lanning, a man who
was content with his life within the confines of the law. But a bad brawl one day puts him at odds
with the world, and one dead sheriff in self-defense permanently puts him on the run. Struggling
to get by, "Iron Dust" is another excellent addition to Sagebrush's Large print collection, a top
pick for fans of westerns in general.
The Native American Studies Shelf
American Indians of the Northeast and Southeast
edited by Kathleen Kuiper
Britannica Educational Publishing
Rosen Educational Services
29 East 21st St., New York, NY 10010
9781615306596, $35.25, www.amazon.com
"American Indians of the Northeast and Southwest" is a small encyclopedia guide to over fifty
six Native American peoples located in the Northeast and Southeast of North America in the
16th century and later. Here are presented the Algonquian groups, the Iroquois, the Mi'kmaq, the
Mohicans, the Penobscot, and many more tribes of the Northeast plus the Cherokee, Chickasaw,
Choctaw, Creek, and Seminoles of the Southeast, and finally the Sauk, Fox, Ojibwa, and Illinois
of the Great Lake areas, Wisconsin, and parts of the Great Lake states. In addition to condensed
post colonization histories, information is presented on cultural traditions, traditional social
strata, clans and kinship, belief systems, language, and practices of agriculture, hunting, and
sustenance. European settlement, expansion, colonization, and encroachment is also presented,
along with various disastrous results, including the Great Removal, the Trail of Tears, and many
individual wars and uprisings of different native groups protesting their removal from their lands
and other oppression. Although both parts of the Atlantic seacoast regions are referred to as the
"Eastern Woodlands" Native American cultural area, there are distinct differences between the
northern peoples and the southern tribes. A fierce pride in customs, practice, beliefs, and
language of each nation continues to the present day, despite prolonged attempts at enforced
relocation and assimilation. "American Indians of the Northeast and Southeast" makes some
attempt to preserve some of this cultural heritage and legacy, in well researched scholarly
chapters based on traditional historic sources (European). A Glossary and Bibliography add
further enlightenment to the sources and language used. The text is clearly written using
sophisticated language and concepts, and thus is recommended for adult or mature teen
readership. Other recommended titles from this series include "American Indians of the Plateau
and Plains (9781615306893, $35.25)," "Indigenous Peoples of the Arctic, Subarctic, and
Northwest Coast (9781615306589, $35.25)," and "American Indians of California, the Great
Basin, and the Southwest (9781615306824, $35.25)," all edited by Kathleen Kuiper.
The Eagle Returns
Matthew L.M. Fletcher
Michigan State University Press
1405 South Harrison Road, Suite 25
East Lansing, MI 48823-5245
9781611860221 $29.95 www.msupress.msu.edu
The Eagle Returns: The Legal History of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa
Indians is the true story of a Native American group connected by ties of kindred, shared
geography, and language, in their quest to legally re-establish their right of self-governance.
Chapters span the course of history from the 1836 Treaty of Washington and the 1855 Treaty of
Detroit to the dispossession of the Grand Traverse Ban, federal recognition of the Grand Traverse
Band, the development of modern tribal law and justice systems, even the history of the Grand
Traverse Band's gaming businesses. Author Matthew L.M. Fletcher, a professor in Michigan
State University's College of Law and an appellate justice for several Michigan tribal courts,
brings his expertise to bear in this informative and meticulous chronicle. An excellent addition to
public and college library Native American studies shelves with a legal focus, The Eagle Returns
is highly recommended.
The Wisconsin Shelf
Timber!
Lew Freedman
Terrace Books
c/o University of Wisconsin Press
1930 Monroe Street, Third Floor
Madison, WI 53711-2059
9780299284541, $24.95, www.wisc.edu/wisconsinpress
It's more than brawn to hack down trees really quick. "Timber!: The Story of the Lumberjack
World Championships" discusses this annual event where people who take pride in their careers
as lumberjacks travel to Hayward, Wisconsin to compete with their skills and strength. A unique
picture of the event and the people who embrace it, Lew Freedman provides a brilliant picture of
a very different athletic competition. "Timber!" is a fine addition to any general interest or
cultural studies collection.
James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief
Diane C. Donovan, Editor
Midwest Book Review
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