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The Guide to Greening Cities
Sadhu Aufochs Johnston, Steven S. Nicholas and Julia Parzen
Island Press
2000 M St NW Suite 650
Washington, DC 20036
9781610913799 $30.00 www.islandpress.org
Sadhu Aufochs Johnston (Deputy City Manager of Vancouver, Canada) Steven S. Nicholas (VP
for US Programs at the Institute for Sustainable Communities) and Julia Parzen (founding
Network Executive Director of the Urban Sustainability Directors Network) present The Guide
to Greening Cities, a practical-minded guide to promoting urban sustainability and greenery. The
Guide to Greening Cities particularly speaks to municipal leaders with the goal of creating
realistic, cost-effective, green-friendly infrastructure. Chapters discuss "Leading in the
Community: Using City Assets, Policy, Partnerships, and Persuasion", "Getting Down to
Business: Budgeting, Financing, and Green Economic Development", "Driving Green Progress
Using Indicators" and much more. An excellent addition to public and college library
environmental and sustainability shelves, The Guide to Greening Cities should be mandatory
reading for mayors, city planners, community organizers, and urban leaders everywhere.
The Power of Latino Leadership
Juana Bordas
Berrett-Koehler Publishers Inc.
235 Montgomery Street, Suite 650
San Francisco, CA 94104-2916
www.bkconnection.com
9781609948870, $19.95, www.amazon.com
The Latino community is the fastest growing minority in America today and is now a genuine
political power, not only in national politics but increasingly dominate in such states as Florida,
Texas, and California. By 2050, if population projects hold true, Latinos will form one in three
Americans. "The Power of Latino Leadership: Culture, Inclusion, and Contribution" by Juana
Bordas (President of Mestiza Leadership International) is a 240 page compendium that has a
special focus on offering a Latino perspective on a variety of issues ranging from Latino impacts
on the broader American culture, leadership characteristics and perspectives, social action and
mobilization, and more. Of special note is the chapter on 'Building a Diverse and Humanistic
Society'. Enhanced with ten pages of notes, a glossary, and an index, "The Power of Latino
Leadership: Culture, Inclusion, and Contribution" is exceptionally well written and highly
recommended for personal reading lists, as well as both community and academic library
collections. It should be noted that "The Power of Latino Leadership: Culture, Inclusion, and
Contribution" is also available in a Kindle edition ($9.99).
"Dear Unforgettable Brother"
Compiled and annotated by Jane Torness Rasmussen and John S. Rasmussen
With essays by Edvard Hoem and Betty A. Bergland
South Dakota State Historical Society Press
900 Governors Drive
Pierre, SC 57501-2217
9780986035562 $19.95 www.sdshspress.com
"Dear Unforgettable Brother": The Stavig Letters from Norway & America, 1881-1937 gathers
the correspondence of Lars Stavig, who left his family in Norway to travel and live upon the
prairies of Dakota Territory. Though he never crossed paths with his brother again, they wrote
one another for more than fifty years; their letters reveal the stark contrast between those who
emigrated and those who did not. An award-winning South Dakota Public Broadcasting
Corporation film raised awareness of Stavig's letters as an invaluable primary testimony of South
Dakota history; now, for the first time, Stavig's letters can be read in print. Extensive annotations,
and index, and brief supplementary essays round out this welcome addition to South Dakota state
history shelves.
Compromise Cake
Nancy Spiller
Counterpoint Press
1919 Fifth Street, Berkeley, CA 94710-1916
www.counterpointpress.com
9781619021129, $22.00, www.amazon.com
There was a time when girls learned how to cook by watching and helping their mothers in the
kitchen. But as women began entering the workforce and the rising prominence of meals that
could be microwaved or brought home as fast food restaurant takeout, a great many young
homemakers today lack that culinary background. "Compromise Cake: Lessons Learned From
My Mother's Recipe Box" is a singularly impressive culinary memoir in which readers can share
in the stories and family recipes from Nancy Spiller's reminiscences and history of her own
mother's troubled life while she still taught her daughter the basic kitchen skills she would utilize
throughout her life. Candid, engaging, with a sprinkle of wonderful recipes, and an ultimately
rewarding literary experience, "Compromise Cake: Lessons Learned From My Mother's Recipe
Box" is extraordinary and highly recommended for community library collections and personal
reading lists.
This Land Was Made for You and Me (But Mostly Me)
Bruce McCall & David Letterman
Blue Rider Press
c/o Penguin Group USA
375 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014
9780399163685, $25.95, www.penguin.com
This Land Was Made for You and Me (But Mostly Me): Billionaires in the Wild covers the
megabillionaires who provide one percent of their time and money into doing good. The other
ninety-nine percent of their activities is what this book is about, with chapters documenting
lavish and amazing construction projects, living quarters, and even a replica of the Empire State
Building. The book consists of large-format paintings by Bruce McCall, with text explaining the
billionaires behind each dream home. The result is a powerful blend of art, satire, and social
commentary and is a lovely collection of homes, lodges, ranches and monuments to money's ego.
Any general-interest collection will find it compelling.
Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
www.press.jhu.edu
Bryan MacKay's A YEAR ACROSS MARYLAND (9781421409399, $24.95) is a nature
narrative specific to Maryland's seasons, and is written as an almanac that may be used by
natives, visitors, and any with a special interest in regional nature. From watching bald eagles
nesting in January to azaleas, the 'crowning glory' of springtime Maryland, this tells the best time
and place to view wildflowers, birds, animals and more. Color photos of over seventy species
add to an account packed with ideas of where to experience nature and how to understand local
seasonal fluctuations, making this a pick for any Maryland collection. Mark Denny's LIGHTS
ON! THE SCIENCE OF POWER GENERATION (9781421409962, $29.95) provides readers
with a fine science exploration of power generation from its production through transmission and
usage, and covers all types of power in different chapters that explore the pros and cons of each.
From environmental concerns and the science and engineering involved to estimations for
generation, this provides non-technical readers with a solid foundation for understanding energy
discussions, and is recommended for general-interest and science holdings alike.
The Crafts Shelf
North Light Books
c/o F+W Media
700 East State Street, Iola WI 54945
www.fwmedia.com/catalog, www.createmixedmedia.com
Mary Beth Shaw's STENCIL GIRL: MIXED-MEDIA TECHNIQUES FOR MAKING AND
USING STENCILS (9781440330179, $24.99) provides crafters with an excellent survey of using
stencils in an art studio setting, for both background and foreground details. This is much more
than the typical stencil book for home decor: it provides 18 projects designed to help artists view
stenciling in a different light. Step-by-step instructions include projects for home, gifts, and art
and are accompanied by gallery examples from some 20 contributing artists. The full-color,
full-page stencils are simply fabulous. Seth Apter's THE MIXED-MEDIA ARTIST: ART TIPS,
TRICKS, SECRETS AND DREAMS FROM OVER 40 AMAZING ARTISTS
(9781440329333, $24.99) offers the insights of over forty artists who share their perspectives and
mixed media creations, and is a recommendation for any arts and crafts collection. It includes
tutorials, personal insights on the process and purposes of mixed media, and adds online
downloads and links to accompany lovely full-page color pairings of the mixed media production
with the artist. 'Things I'm Inspired By' and 'Things on my Studio Table' provide clear
explanations of the process of working in mixed media, making for a solid reference for any
crafter who wants to enter this world.
Handmade Leather Bags & Accessories
Elean "Birdy Teacher" Ho
Fox Chapel Publishing
1970 Broad Street N., East Petersburg, PA 17520
9781574217162, $19.99, www.foxchapelpublishing.com
Handmade Leather Bags & Accessories teaches how to make bags using some 28 strategies, and
is a pick for any leatherworker who wants new ideas for sophisticated creations. Lovely color
photos accompany step-by-step diagrams and instructions designed to help crate purses, totes and
bags for any occasion. Accessories include iPad holders, coasters and more. The result is an
outstanding survey packed with ideas for a wide range of styles and applications.
Soutache & Bead Embroidery
Amee K. Sweet-McNamara
Kalmbach
21027 Crossroads Circle, Waukesha, WI 53186
9780871167507, $21.99, www.kalmbachbooks.com
Soutache & Bead Embroidery teaches new techniques for creating jewelry with soutache and
bead embroidery, and gathers earrings, bracelets and more in a collection of fine techniques
beginners will appreciate. 18 projects for all levels of stitchers demonstrate new techniques and
designs, while a Basics section covers all techniques involved in working with soutache. Crafters
with a prior interest in embroidery and jewelry-making will be the best fit for this guide and its
projects, which is a top recommendation for crafters looking for something different.
The Computer Shelf
Being Agile
Leslie Ekas & Scott Will
IBM Press
c/o Pearson Technology Group
801 East 96th Street, #300
Indianapolis, IN 46240-3759
www.mcp.com
9780133375626, $39.99, www.amazon.com
The collaborative work of IBM software experts Leslie Ekas and Scott Will, Being Agile: Eleven
Breakthrough Techniques to Keep You from "Waterfalling Backward" is a 244 page instruction
manual and compendium in using Agile software, including the provision of a thoroughly 'user
friendly' review of its key principles, identify corresponding practices, and offer breakthrough
approaches for implementing them. Utilizing their techniques, even the most novice user can
break typical waterfall patterns and go beyond merely "doing agile" to actually thinking and
being agile. Being Agile: Eleven Breakthrough Techniques to Keep You from "Waterfalling
Backward" is effectively organized and presented, making it a highly recommended and
enduringly useful reference. Also available in a Kindle edition ($15.39), Being Agile: Eleven
Breakthrough Techniques to Keep You from "Waterfalling Backward" is highly recommended
for personal, professional, corporate, community, and academic library Computer Science
collections.
Murach's ASP.NET 4.5 Web Programming with VB 2012, fifth edition
Mary Delamater & Anne Boehm
Mike Murach & Associates
4340 North Knoll Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722
www.murach.com
9781890774769, $57.50, www.amazon.com
ASP.NET is a server-side Web application framework designed for Web development to produce
dynamic Web pages. It was developed by Microsoft to allow programmers to build dynamic web
sites, web applications and web services. It was first released in January 2002 with version 1.0 of
the .NET Framework, and is the successor to Microsoft's Active Server Pages (ASP) technology.
ASP.NET is built on the Common Language Runtime (CLR), allowing programmers to write
ASP.NET code using any supported .NET language. The ASP.NET SOAP extension framework
allows ASP.NET components to process SOAP messages. Now in a completely updated and
expanded fifth edition, "Murach's ASP.NET 4.5 Web Programming with VB 2012" is the
collaborative work of software computer experts Mary Delamater and Anne Boehm.
Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, "Murach's ASP.NET 4.5 Web Programming
with VB 2012" is an 824 page instruction manual that is ideal for the novice user to master
ASP.NET essentials, competently utilize databases, and more. It should be noted that with
"Murach's ASP.NET 4.5 Web Programming with VB 2012", student learners can download the
code for the book applications and exercise solutions as they are listed on the last page.
Comprehensive, exhaustive, and immanently practical, "Murach's ASP.NET 4.5 Web
Programming with VB 2012" is very highly recommended.
Murach's Visual Basic 2012
Anne Boehm
Mike Murach & Associates
4340 North Knoll Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722
www.murach.com
9781890774738, $54.50, www.amazon.com
Visual Basic is a third-generation event-driven programming language and integrated
development environment (IDE) from Microsoft for its COM programming model first released
in 1991. Microsoft intends Visual Basic to be relatively easy to learn and use. Visual Basic was
derived from BASIC (Beginners All Purpose Symbolic Instruction Code). and enables the rapid
application development (RAD) of graphical user interface (GUI) applications, access to
databases using Data Access Objects, Remote Data Objects, or ActiveX Data Objects, and
creation of ActiveX controls and objects. "Murach's Visual Basic 2012" by Visual Basics
software expert Anne Boehm is an 842 page compendium offering a complete, comprehensive,
deftly written, and superbly well organized instruction manual that will enable even the most
novice user to get up and running quickly, handle data with a professional level competency,
develop a working skill set with object-oriented programming, and take full advantage of
Windows 8 programming. Thoroughly 'user friendly' throughout, "Murach's Visual Basic 2012"
is highly recommended for personal, professional, and academic library Computer Science
instructional reference collections.
Programming Erlang, second edition
Joe Armstrong
Pragmatic Programmers
2831 Eldorado Parkway, #103-381
Frisco, TX 75033-7438
9781937785536, $42.00, www.pragprog.com
Programming Erlang appears in its second updated edition to provide a fine tool to using Erlang,
and comes from the creator of Erlang. From tips on working with sequential and parallel
programming to working with the Erlang platform under different applications, this pairs
real-world tutorials with tips and tricks and exercises beginners and advanced Erland learners can
use to test their knowledge. This second edition has been extensively rewritten and covers the
latest release's features, adding seven new chapters. Any programming reference collection needs
this fine survey!
HTML5 Unleashed
Simon Sarris
Sams
c/o Pearson Technology Group
801 East 96th Street, #300
Indianapolis, IN 46240-3759
9780672336270, $44.99, www.informit.com
HTML5 Unleashed comes in full color and offers a detailed guide to the key web components
driving the web. Its focus is on using HTML5 to create web apps and its arrangement takes the
form of tutorials and references that cover the latest features and requirements of the web. Author
Simon Sarris is a web developer using HTML5 Canvas: his resource explains all the new features
and shows how to create professional user experiences throughout in a fine pick for any
advanced computer user's collection.
HTML5 Canvas and CSS3 Graphics Primer
Oswald Campesato
Mercury Learning
22841 Quicksilver Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
9781936420346, $39.95, www.merclearning.com
HTML5 Canvas and CSS3 Graphics Primer covers the two topics in depth and is designed for
computer users who have some knowledge of CSS/HTML/JavaScript. It's packed with code
samples and illustrations, discussions of different files, animation effects, how to create special
charts and more. A companion DVD offers all source code and color graphics from the book.
Discussions focus on how to render shapes with gradients, how to apply Canvas transforms to 2D
Shapes 8, and more. The very specific discussions and wealth of code throughout makes this a
winner for any interested in in-depth coverage of these topics.
O'Reilly & Associates, Inc.
1005 Gravenstein, Hwy N.
Sebastopol, CA 95472-2811
www.oreilly.com
Jeff Sheltren, et.al.'s HIGH PERFORMANCE DRUPAL: FAST AND SCALABLE DESIGNS
(9781449392611, $39.99) provides a fine focus on how to work with Drupal 7 and 8, and
provides programmers with a guide to best practices, examples from real-world scenarios, and
explanations for solving common Drupal issues. From applying coding to Drupal applications to
handling web servers, this includes charts, graphs, and information presented in easy bits that any
readers can quickly absorb, making for a fine guide to tweaking Drupal. Stephen Nelson-Smith's
TEST-DRIVEN INFRASTRUCTURE WITH CHEF: BRING BEHAVIOR-DRIVEN
DEVELOPMENT TO INFRASTRUCTURE AS CODE (9781449372200, $34.99) first appeared
in 2011 when infrastructure testing was just beginning. This revised, expanded edition provides
the many and latest changes to the discipline, considering its tools, applications, philosophy and
approaches to a test-driven infrastructure. Exercises and models accompany charts, keys to
building a sample infrastructure using these examples, and plenty of code throughout. Developers
working with infrastructure apps will find plenty to learn from, here! David Pogue's IPHONE:
THE MISSING MANUAL (9781449362232, $24.99) is a 'must' for any new iPhone owner, and
covers al the basics of the latest iPhone 5s. From choosing among the 1,000,000 apps that are
available to customize one's phone to doing the basics - listening to radio, making phone calls,
creating a shared photo stream, and more - this includes numerous full-color screen shot
examples to leave nothing to wonder. With its top-page color-coded sections for quick reference,
this is a 'must' for any iPhone user! Bonnie Biafore's QUICKBOOKS 2014: THE MISSING
MANUAL (9781449341756, $34.99) provides a powerful reference to business and computer
users alike, offering the basics of getting started with the latest version of QuickBooks. From
setting up accounts and learning its new features to tracking expenses, billable time, and creating
invoices, this provides a fine survey of how to use QuickBooks for all kinds of business
applications. Black and white screen shots and charts cover everything a user could want! Rachel
Schutt and Cathy O'Neill's DOING DATA SCIENCE: STRAIGHT TALK FROM THE
FRONTLINE (9781449368655, $39.99) gathers insights from data scientists from major
companies and eBay alike, who share new methods and models through case studies and code
they've applied to common problems. It's a key pick for any data science student, and covers
everything from statistical inference and algorithms to span filters, financial modeling, data
visualization processes, and more. The result is a fine introduction to data science that should be
in the collections of any appealing to new students of the topic.
Addison Wesley
c/o Pearson Technology Group
801 East 96th Street, #300
Indianapolis, IN 46240-3759
www.informit.com/aw
Mario Cardinal's EXECUTABLE SPECIFICATIONS WITH SCRUM (9780321784131, $34.99)
is recommended for any Agile software engineer's library and teaches how to specify and build
software in keeping with Scrum and other agile methods. This guide focuses on the agile
environments where prerequisites are unclear and requirements uncertain, comes from an agile
coach and enterprise architect, and shows how to create and test executable specifications.
Managers and developers will find this a basic core course on blending best practices and
techniques and creating more effective Scrum interactions. References and simple explanations
make this a fine coverage. Fred Long, et.al.'s JAVA CODING GUIDELINES: 75
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR RELIABLE AND SECURE PROGRAMS (9780321933157,
$39.99) is for any Java programmer and is written by a team who provides expert security advice
and guidelines. For each guideline, conference requirements are specified and noncompliant and
code is paired with compliant solutions to help programmers understand the difference. Updated
techniques for preventing attacks and best practices for improving code make this a 'must' for any
Java reference collection. Ilan Goldstein's SCRUM SHORTCUTS WITHOUT CUTTING
CORNERS: AGILE TACTICS, TOOLS & TIPS (9780321822369, $34.99) is a recommendation
for software engineers who want to learn more tips on applying agile techniques and adapting
Scrum to projects. Step-by-step techniques are covered to take theory and apply them to actual
projects, and come from an expert who helps tackle common Scrum challenges. A range of
projects and applications are covered in the course of discussing thirty proven shortcuts for
optimization, making this a 'must' for Scrum programmers who want more in-depth information.
Paul C. Brown's ARCHITECTING COMPLEX-EVENT PROCESSING SOLUTIONS WITH
TIBCO (9780321801982, $39.99) is a pick for any information technology collection and
contributes to a set of titles designed for software architects and developers showing how to
blend TIBCO components with applications. Programmers receive basic instruction on how to
identify opportunities for competitive differentiation, how to select design patterns for
constructing complex-event processing, and how to use snapshot queries. Charts, diagrams, and
black and white illustration throughout offer a fine set of details and real-world examples for any
TIBCO developer.
The Needlecraft Shelf
The Art of Boutis
Kumiko Makayama-Geraerts
Stackpole Books
5067 Ritter Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-6921
9780817712880, $22.95, www.stackpolebooks.com
The Art of Boutis: 20 French Quilting Projects is for any who want to learn a special, classic
style of embroidery practiced in southern France since the 18th century, and offers 20 projects
featuring boutis designs for everything from home decor to clothing. Step-by-step instructions
and a back compartment of full-size patterns for each project accompany keys to creating new
designs, with illustrations and color photos throughout completing the process. From transferring
boutis patterns to stitching, this leaves nothing to wonder and is a unique acquisition for any
needlework library.
Knitting Yarns
Ann Hood, Editor
W. W. Norton & Company
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110
9780393239492, $24.95, www.wwnorton.com
KNITTING YARNS: WRITERS ON KNITTING is the perfect gift for the avid knitter, and
provides stories of tragedy and love. In each story knitting provides the way of righting wrongs,
correcting mistakes, and developing physical closeness. Knitting women who gather for
companionship, women who knit for health reasons, and a man who takes up knitting make for
encouraging stories that consider both the craft of knitting and its psychological and physical
impact on the knitter. It's a lovely celebration knitters will relish as something unique and
revealing about the craft!
Martingale & Company
19021 Avenue NE, Bothell, WA 98011
www.shopmartingale.com
Martingale's SEW GIFTS!: 25 HANDMADE GIFT IDEAS FROM TOP DESIGNERS
(9781604683011, $24.95) provides a fine collection of ideas for sewn and quilted items suitable
for gift giving: while it arrived too late for holiday mention, it will serve as the perfect year-round
guide for any who would make a handmade gift. Projects come from a range of designers from
Heather Jones to April Moffatt, include full-page color photos of projects ranging from
sketchbooks to a bake shop set for a little girl, and include all the patterns and instructions
needed for easy reproduction. A fine pick for any seamstress who wants handmade gift ideas!
Gerri Robinson's A CUT ABOVE: TURN CHARM SQUARES, STRIPS, AND MORE INTO
BEAUTIFUL PATCHWORK (9781604663578, $24.99) provides a fine set of patterns and
projects - some 18 - that use 5" and 10" squares, 2 1/2 inch strips, and fat quarters to create new
designs. This guide offers a range of projects using precuts and focuses on home decor, moving
beyond the typical quilt focus to incorporate patchwork into all kinds of home designs. The result
is a powerful pick for any needleworker's collection. Pat Wys' KNOCKOUT NEUTRALS; 12
SHOWSTOPPING NEUTRAL QUILTS (9781604682496, $24.99) offers 12 quilts for all skill
levels and designs that often incorporate applique into the mix, and is a recommendation for
quilters looking for new ideas for using neutrals. Here neutrals move beyond background into the
center, becoming the whole point of the quilt. Striking patterns are a key to showing off their
strengths, and this book is filled with ideas for making geometric patterns 'pop'. Any quilter will
find this a different, involving approach! Kathy Brown's STRIP-SMART QUILTS II: MAKE 16
TRIANGLE QUILTS WITH ONE EASY TECHNIQUE (9781604682335, $24.99) is for any
quilter but particularly those who enjoyed Brown's previous STRIP-SMART QUILTS title, and
provides some 16 quilts based on the same cut from a single ruler. It teaches how to make
designs with this ruler that look intricate but can be put together relatively quickly using fat
quarters and precut strips, and it packs patterns, color photos, and step-by-step instructions
throughout. Quilters will find this loaded with ideas! Elizabeth Dackson's BECOMING A
CONFIDENT QUILTER (9781604662311, $26.99) provides a fine step-by-step approach to
skill-building and directs her projects and instructions to beginners in particular. Here are the basics of
choosing fabrics and tools, cutting, and making different quilts, from strip piecing to using
templates and prints. It covers all the basics but doesn't stop at construction: concluding chapters
also cover finishing and caring for a quilt. The result is an excellent pick for any would-be quilter
who wants a basic primer to getting started.
The Education Shelf
Playful Writing
Rebecca Olien and Laura Woodside
Gryphon House
6848 Leon's Way
Lewisville, NC 27023
9780876594698 $19.95 www.ghbooks.com
Created in full support of Common Core Standards for statewide American instruction, Playful
Writing: 150 Open-Ended Explorations in Emergent Literacy is a supplementary resource for
instructors of children ages three to eight, filled with ideas to encourage young students to write
creatively. Some activities involve inexpensive materials for playtime (such as sidewalk chalk or
a basket of simple toy vehicles) to get little ones thinking about something before writing and
drawing. Suggestions for "early writers" and "ready writers" refine each activity. For example,
after taking children for a walk on a windy day and using provided "Talk About It" questions
(such as "What motion do the trees make in the wind?") to get them thinking, children can be
encouraged to write messages on streamers that fly in the wind. "...ask Early Writers what kind of
messages they might like to send out on a windy day... Encourage the children to write and draw
special messages or wishes with markers across the lengths of their streamers... Ready Writers
will be able to create longer sentences and experiment with word choice when writing their
messages. Messages can also be tied together to form longer messages or streamer poetry." As
the ability to effectively read, write, and communicate becomes ever more critical to thriving in
the modern, interconnected world, instructional wellsprings such as Playful Writing are
absolutely invaluable for today's teachers. Highly recommended.
Teaching Young Children with Disabilities in Natural Environments, second edition
Mary Jo Noonan and Linda McCormick
Paul H. Brookes Publishing Company
PO Box 10624
Baltimore, MD 21285-0624
9781598572568 $59.95 www.brookespublishing.com
Now in an extensively updated second edition incorporating a decade of new developments and
research, Teaching Young Children with Disabilities in Natural Environments is an educator's
guide for instructing children from birth to age 5. Chapters discuss "Specialized Instructional
Strategies", "Teaching Children with Autism", "Challenging Behavior", "Interventions to
Promote Peer Interactions", "Environmental Arrangements, Adaptations, and Assistive
Technologies", and much more. "Infants and children with severe disabilities... will not always
be ready to learn the same activities as their age peers with mild or no disabilities... however,
curricular activities should be age appropriate, even when the activities do not correspond to
readiness levels... Specific objectives and the way in which children with disabilities participate
in activities are individualized to address unique needs. For example, a preschool child with a
disability selects a puzzle during morning free play and hands the pieces one at a time to a peer
who puts the puzzle together. She has chosen an age-appropriate activity that is also of interest to
her friend who does not have a disability." Preschool and kindergarten instructors will find
Teaching Young Children with Disabilities in Natural Environments invaluable, and worthy of
the highest recommendation.
Eye Movements and the Fundamental Reading Process
Stanford E. Taylor, M.A.
Charles C. Thomas, Publisher
2600 South First Street
Springfield, IL 62704
9780398087531 $33.95 www.ccthomas.com
Eye Movements and the Fundamental Reading Process: How to Evaluate Silent Reading
Efficiency explores how professional educators can gauge students' skill level of silent reading.
Chapters cover the significance of eye movements during silent reading, how to use the
Visagraph (R) Eye Movement Recording System to gather data on individual eye movements,
use of the Visagraph in schools or clinics, uses of eye movement recording and reading
appraisals, and more. "Words fed into short-term memory are first stored as letter configurations,
hopefully instantly recognized as words. Then after one, two, or more fixations, recognition is
confirmed as words are fused into phrases and later realized in terms of meaning. Kliegl,
Nuthmann, and Engbert (2006) depicted this process as "eye-movement lag." An assortment of
black-and-white charts and screenshots as well as an index round out this excellent
supplementary resource for educators seeking to refine silent reading ability in their students,
especially those who would make use of a Visagraph.
Celebrating Writers
Ruth Ayres with Christi Overman
Stenhouse Publishers
477 Congress Street, Suite 4B
Portland, ME 04101-3451
9781571109507 $15.00 www.stenhouse.com
Writing teacher Ruth Ayres and second-grade teacher Christi Overman present Celebrating
Writers: From Possibilities Through Publication, which reflects on teaching students in grades K-
8 to improve their writing through fostering creative joy. Discussed activities range the gamut of
silent study to sharing stories in search of feedback. Emphasis is placed on truly celebrating all
aspects of written expression, from dashing down thoughts on the go to concentrated efforts to
forge a literary masterpiece. Celebrating Writers is very much in touch with the digital era, and
discusses at length the benefits of and precautions that need to be taken before giving student
writers Internet access. "Communication with parents about our classroom use of digital tools is
critical. It is our responsibility to communicate not only the kinds of digital tools we are using in
the classroom but also the purpose of each... it is important to teach Internet safety. Tweens and
teens are prime targets for online predators. By beginning conversations in the early grades and
continuing these conversations throughout elementary school, we can help students be proactive
in protecting themselves." Highly recommended as a supplementary resource for grade school
writing teachers everywhere.
Corwin Press, Inc.
2455 Teller Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320-2218
www.corwin.com
Harvey "Smokey" Daniels & Elaine Daniels's THE BEST-KEPT TEACHING SECRET
(9781452268637, $29.95) focuses on the finer art of written conversations for K-12 students and
teachers, and shows how this one teaching approach holds the power to change students from
passive watchers to active learners. It discusses the basics of critical thinking processes, focusing
on the elements that make written conversations so powerful and why their engagement provides
students and teachers with such revolutionary tools. From different structures and their variations
to how writing can be used to encourage better, different communication skills, this is a powerful
pick for any educator's reference and consideration. William N. Bender's DIFFERENTIATING
MATH INSTRUCTION K-8 (9781452255453, $27.00) appears in its third updated edition to
address common core math in the modern classroom, and provides a range of strategies to blend
new technology with guidelines for meeting Common Core requirements. Innovations in math
instruction are covered in chapters that show teachers how to teach through projects, how to use
games in the educational process, and how to use flipped math classes for results. The result is a
K-8 manual any math teacher will find essential. Joyce Kaser, et.al.'s LEADING EVERY DAY:
ACTIONS FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP (9781452260938, $36.00) provides a short
inspirational ideas for first-hand insights on proven leadership best practices and appears in its
third updated edition to cover everything from leading by example and group dynamics to
becoming a change leader, conducting self-assessment, and considering professional
development. The result is an excellent handbook for all kinds of leaders working in education,
business and coaching environments.
The Business Shelf
The Business of Dog Walking
Veronica Boutelle
Dogwise Publishing
403 South Mission Street
Wenatchee WA 98801
9781617811289 $19.95 www.dogwisepublishing.com
The Business of Dog Walking: How to Make a Living Doing What You Love is a
straightforward guide to earning a living by exercising people's pets. Veronica Boutelle, co-
creator of the Dog Walking Academy (a 4-day workshop that gives professional dog walking
certification) discusses how to read dog body language, teaching basic obedience to dogs, how to
maintain personal and canine safety when dealing with multiple dogs at once, effective business
practices, marketing for dog walkers, planning for emergencies, and much more. "Setting your
rates is relatively easy. Take a look around at what other dog walkers in your area are charging.
You'll likely find a range. Set your rate at the top of the range. You may be tempted to start
lower, but this is a mistake... you're looking for good clients - dog lovers who see their dogs as
part of the family and want to do right by them. You want people who can easily afford your
service and who chose you because they fell you're the best walker for their dog. Do your job
well and these people will remain loyal to you for the life of their dog. You don't want the
bargain hunters; they'll jump ship as soon as they see another walker charging less." An absolute
"must-read" for anyone seeking to walk dogs for money, whether as a hobby with a profit or a
full-time job.
Leading from the Emerging Future
Otto Scharmer and Katrin Kaufer
Berrett-Koehler Publishers Inc.
235 Montgomery Street, Suite 650
San Francisco, CA 94104-2916
9781605099262, $24.95, www.bkconnection.com
Leading from the Emerging Future: From Ego-System to Eco-System Economies provides an
inspirational business guide suitable for any who desire better results from their business, and
addresses the challenge of moving from one economic logic system to a new one focused on
awareness of greater good. Real-world examples accompany a guide for building this new
economic structure that is more flexible and intentional, and discusses everything from shared
ownership to a different way of practicing leadership through 'presencing'. The result is a new
way of looking at business through social change: a pick for social issues and business holdings
alike.
The Project Management Communications Toolkit, second edition
Carl Pritchard
Artech House
685 Canton Street, Norwood, MA 02062
9781608075453, $99.00, www.artechhouse.com
The Project Management Communications Toolkit appears in its second updated edition to
provide project managers with a range of tools for communicating with all levels of senior
executives and management, and will appreciate the book and accompanying CD-ROM package
that explains how to achieve success by better communication with staff members and
management alike. The CD holds documents from reports and forms to templates, while new
changes involve new material on social media and discussions of the latest technology. Any
business collection strong in project management will find this filled with important keys to
success.
The Innovator's Path
Madge M. Meyer
John Wiley & Sons
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9781118537329, $49.95, www.wiley.com
The Innovator's Path: How Individuals, Teams, and Organizations Can Make Innovation
Business-as-Usual provides a fine handbook surveying common barriers to innovation and how
to restore it, and is a pick for any company who wants to understand the process of innovation
within an organizational structure. It comes from a Chief Innovation Officer who examines ways
in which individuals raise their own barriers to innovation and how to surmount them, and it
offers specifics to that process that any level of business can employ. From specifics for
managing innovation in teams and projects to understanding how ongoing success works, this is
a top pick for any interested in the process of business innovation.
The International Studies Shelf
Conceptions of Chinese Democracy
David J. Lorenzo
Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
9781421409177, $29.95, www.press.jhu.edu
Conceptions of Chinese Democracy: Reading Sun Yat-Sen, Chiang Kai-Shek, and Chiang
Ching-Kuo is recommended for political science and international studies students at the college
level who seek an introduction to the thoughts of three influential men who created modern
Taiwan. It provides a comparative study format that allows readers to understand democratic
ideas and key issues central to Chinese culture, it analyzes their writings on politics, democracy
as well as their activism on the mainland, and it provides a survey that includes historical and
cultural perspectives to discuss how ideas are influenced and transmitted. The result is a political
study unparalleled in scope and presentation, and highly recommended for any college-level
student of Chinese history and culture as well as for political science readers.
The Cookbook Shelf
Soup Night
Maggie Stuckey
Storey Publishing
210 Mass MoCA Way
North Adams, MA 01247
9781612120997 $19.95 www.storey.com
Illustrated with full-color photography throughout, Soup Night: Recipes for Creating Community
Around a Pot of Soup is a soup cookbook that encourages families and communities to connect
through Soup Night. The idea behind Soup Night is that, once a month, one family makes soup
for supper and everyone on the block is invited. The sharing promotes a sense of community,
inclusion, and belonging. Of course, the host of Soup Night needs to create a large quantity of a
delicious, meal-worthy soup - that's where the Soup Night cookbook comes in! Anyone who has
ever enjoyed high-quality soup will appreciate the detailed, user-friendly recipes for classic
favorite soups as well as the more adventurous creations of Pumpkin Chicken Chowder,
Albondigas (Mexican Meatball Soup with Rice), Edamame (young soybeans) Corn Chowder,
Red Pozole, and much more. Whether one wishes to start a new local soup-sharing tradition, or
just create delectible soups for personal and family enjoyment, Soup Night is highly
recommended.
Extraordinary Vegan
Alan Roettinger
The Book Publishing Company
PO Box 99, Summertown, TN 38483
www.BookPubCo.com
9781570672965, $19.95, www.amazon.com
In "Extraordinary Vegan", professional chef Alan Roettinger draws upon his more than thirty
years of experience and expertise to compile a 192 page compendium superbly showcasing
extraordinary recipes for those enjoying a vegan lifestyle. Each recipe is provided with a brief
introduction, a complete list of ingredients, and thoroughly 'kitchen cook friendly' instructions.
The recipes themselves range from Miso Broth with Ginger; Fig Jam with Port; Spicy Minted
Slaw; and Arabesque Garbanzo Beans; to Polenta with Peppers; Mustard Greens with Daikon
and Golden Beets; Pears in Pomegranate Juice; and Warmed Apricots with Cacao Nbs and
Apricot Kernels. The recipes are nicely organized into dedicated sections for Breakfast; Sauces,
Dips, and Condiments; Snacks; Soups; Salads; Beans and Lentils; Pasta and Grains; Vegetables;
and Desserts. Enhanced with opening chapters on 'Extraordinary Ingredients for Your Everyday
Kitchen' and 'Extraordinary Fundamentals', Alan Roettinger's very nicely illustrated
"Extraordinary Vegan" will prove to be a highly prized addition for personal and community
library Vegan/Vegetarian cookbook collections. It should be noted that "Extraordinary Vegan" is
also available in a Kindle edition ($9.99). Also highly recommended from The Book Publishing
Company is Brenda Davis and Vesanto Melina's introduction to culinary veganism "Becoming Vegan: Express Edition" (9781570672958, PB $19.95).
The Secrets of Gluten-Free Baking
Jillayne Clements
Cedar Fort, Inc.
2373 West 700 South, Springville, Utah 84663
www.cedarfort.com
9781462112669, $18.99, www.amazon.com
With so many people today experiencing allergies that demand gluten-free dishes, even the most
novice of kitchen cooks can prepare elegant gluten-free baked goods that will satisfy any appetite
and please any palate with the step-by-step recipes comprising "The Secrets of Gluten-Free
Baking: Delicious Whole Food Recipes". This 192 page compendium from Jillayne Clements
showcases recipes organized into categories that include Yeast Breads; Non-Yeast Breads &
Wraps; Pancakes & Cereals; Sweet Breads & Muffins; Cookies; and Crackers; Cakes &
Desserts. Of special note are the recipes comprising Crusts & Things. "The Secrets of
Gluten-Free Baking: Delicious Whole Food Recipes" concludes with Bonus Recipes. But the
recipes are only part of the value in this outstanding cookbook and reference. An informative
introduction into what gave rise to the author's interest in gluten-free diets, 'Secrets of Making
Gluten-Free products That Taste Like Wheat'; and what the author has (and doesn't have) in her
gluten-free pantry will prove to be immensely informative. Not to be missed is the author's 'Tips
to Avoid Accidentally Making Bread Crumbs'! Nicely illustrated throughout in full color, "The
Secrets of Gluten-Free Baking: Delicious Whole Food Recipes" will prove to be an enduringly
popular addition to personal and community library specialty cookbook collections and should be
considered a 'must have' for anyone requiring a gluten-free approach to their meals.
Cooking For Crowds, 40th Anniversary Edition
Merry White, author
Edward Koren, illustrator
Princeton University Press
41 William Street, Princeton, NJ 08540
www.pupress.princeton.edu
9780691160368, $29.95, www.amazon.com
Brought back into print for a new generation of appreciative cooks and chefs, Merry White's
"Cooking For Crowds" was originally published in 1974 and with this 40th Anniversary Edition
is once again available to grace personal, professional, family, and community library cookbook
collections. Each featured recipe is presented with instructions on ingredient amounts for making
that particular dish for 6, 12, 20, and 50 people. Thoroughly 'kitchen cook friendly', "Cooking For
Crowds" will prove to be an immensely useful culinary reference and menu planner for
participating in providing dishes for such events as Church Pot Lucks, fund raising dinners,
annual family clan gatherings, and any manner of celebratory events all while using ordinary
home kitchen equipment and resources to prepare these 'super sized' dining occasions. Simply
stated, no community library cookbook collection can be considered complete without the
inclusion of a copy of Merry White's "Cooking For Crowds". It should be noted that "Cooking
For Crowds" is also available in a Kindle edition ($16.17).
Power Vegan
Rea Frey
Surrey Books
c/o Agate Publishing
1328 Greenleaf Street, Evanston, IL 60202
www.agatepublishing.com www.surreybooks.com
9781572841413, $15.95, www.amazon.com
More than just another vegan cookbook (although there are plenty of wonderful vegan recipes),
"Power Vegan: Plant-Fueled Nutrition for Maximum Health and Fitness" by nutrition expert,
professional sports trainer, and experienced vegan Rea Frey is a 296 page compendium providing
a complete instructional guide to a healthy vegan lifestyle. Informed and informative, "Power
Vegan: Plant-Fueled Nutrition for Maximum Health and Fitness" also addresses how foods affect
the human body, as well as photo illustrated workout ideas for specifically designed programs for
thriving on plant-based nutrition. The recipes themselves range from Pineapple Almond Poppers
and Pumpkin Pie Smoothies, to Banana-Walnut-Chocolate Bread and Veggie Pizza! Especially
recommended reading for anyone considering or newly attempting to live a vegan lifestyle,
"Power Vegan: Plant-Fueled Nutrition for Maximum Health and Fitness" will prove to be an
enduringly popular addition to community library collections as well. It should be noted that
"Power Vegan: Plant-Fueled Nutrition for Maximum Health and Fitness" is also available in a
Kindle edition ($9.99).
Like Mam Used to Bake
Rosanne Hewitt-Cromwell
Mercier Press
c/o Dufour Editions, Inc.
PO Box 7
Chester Springs, PA 19425-0007
9781781171561 $32.95 www.dufoureditions.com
Illustrated with mouth-watering, full-color photography on every other page, Like Mam Used to
Bake is a sumptuous cookbook of cakes and baked desserts, including favorites from author
Rosanne Hewitt-Cromwel's blog as well as creations from her childhood memories and kitchen
creativity. From beloved favorites like Carrot Cake and Coffee Cake, to Summer-Fruit Pudding,
Chocolate-Spiced Cupcakes, Fruit Shortcake Biscuits, Malt Loaf and much more, the step-by-
step recipes are extremely detailed and easy to follow. A treasury for anyone looking to create
unforgettable desserts, particularly ones worthy of holidays, special occasions, and family
gatherings!
Bob Warden's Favorite Recipes Cookbook
Bob Warden
Quail Ridge Press
PO Box 123, Brandon, MS 39043
www.quailridge.com
9781934193877, $19.95, www.amazon.com
In "Bob Warden's Favorite Recipes Cookbook For Cook's Essentials Cookware", television
cooking show host Bob Warden has compiled 208 pages of palate pleasing, appetite satisfying,
kitchen cook friendly recipes for dishes that range from Mini Citrus Crab Cakes with Herbed
Vinaigrette Dipping Sauce; Three Bean Bake with Bacon; Burgundy Braised Beef with Onions
and Mushrooms; to Raspberry Orange Sunshine Smoothie; Cookies and Cream Silk Cheesecake;
and Tex-Mex Cheesy Green Bean Casserole. Nicely illustrated in full color, "Bob Warden's
Favorite Recipes Cookbook for cook's essentials Cookware" will prove to be an extraordinarily
popular addition to personal and community library cookbook collections.
Get Cooking!
Rachel Harkham & Doni Zasloff Thomas
Behrman House Inc.
11 Edison Place, Springfield, NJ 07081
www.behrmanhouse.com
9780874419481, $19.95, www.amazon.com
For an observant family, both secular holidays like Thanksgiving and religious holidays like
Roash Hashanah require a kosher cuisine. That's why "Get Cooking: A Jewish American Family
Cookbook" compiled by Rachel Harkham and Doni Zasloff Thomas will prove to be an
enduringly popular addition to family cookbook collections. A coil-bound, hard-cover, 128 page,
profusely illustrated collection of more than 80 wonderfully 'kitchen cook friendly' recipes, the
dishes comprising "Get Cooking: A Jewish American Family Cookbook" range from Shabbat
Winter Stew; Pomegranate Barbecue Chicken; Pizza Fondue; and Lamb Kufte Kebabs; to
Garlic-Chive Matzah Balls; Southwestern Pulled Brisket Sukko-Tacos; Mini Sweet Potato
Knishes; and Super 3-Bean Chili Bowl. Of special note is the provision of 'Mitzvah menus'.
Simply stated, "Get Cooking: A Jewish American Family Cookbook" is a highly recommended
collection of fun, easy, nutritious and delicious dishes for Judaic high holy days, American
holidays, and family everyday dining alike!
The Big Beautiful Brown Rice Cookbook
Wendy Esko
Square One Publishers
115 Herricks Road, Garden City Park, NY 11040
www.squareonepublishers.com
9780757003646, $16.95, www.amazon.com
Brown rice is whole grain rice. It has a mild, nutty flavor, and is chewier and more nutritious
than white rice, but goes rancid more quickly because the bran and germ - which are removed to
make white rice - contain fats that can spoil. Any rice, including long-grain, short-grain, or sticky
rice, may be eaten as brown rice. Compiled and presented by macrobotic cooking expert Wendy
Esko "The Big Beautiful Brown Rice Cookbook" is a 192 page compendium comprised of more
than 140 thoroughly 'kitchen cook friendly' recipes showcasing the culinary versatility of brown
rice. Of special note are the culinary wealth of practical cooking tips and guidelines that will
enable even the most novice kitchen chef to turn out quality results with recipes that range from
Crispy Rice Breakfast Bars; Baked Rice Casserole; and Rice 'n Bread Stuffing; to Quick 'n Easy
Brown Rice Risotto; Asparagus-Chickpea-Brown rice Stir-Fry; and Brown Rice Pudding. Of
special note is the recipe for Native American Rice. An impressive collection of information,
trivia, and recipes, "The Big Beautiful Brown Rice Cookbook" is very highly recommended for
personal, professional, family, and community library cookbook collections. It should be noted
that "The Big Beautiful Brown Rice Cookbook" is also available in a Kindle edition
($10.49).
Cook Taste Savor
Editorial Staff
Sunset Publishing
c/o Oxmoor House
3000 University Center Drive, Tampa, Florida 33612-6408
www.oxmoorhouse.com www.sunset.com
9780376028105, $26.00, www.amazon.com
Drawn from the pages of Sunset Magazine by their editorial staff, "Cook Taste Savor: 16
Inspiring Ingredients for Delicious Dishes Every Day" is a beautifully and profusely illustrated,
288 page compendium comprised of the recipes for outstanding dishes. Ideal for both family
meals and elegant dining occasions, the recipes range from Garlicky Steak Salad with Chickpeas
and Artichokes; Tomato and Melon Salad with Scallops and Pink Peppercorns; Camp Pizza with
Caramelized Onions, Sausage, and Fontinia; and Brunch Flatbread with Eggs, Bacon, and Frisee;
to Spring Vegetable macaroni 'n' Cheese; Crab Salad Cups; Pot Roast with Wild Mushrooms and
Fresh Thyme; Nut-Stuffed Delicata Squash; and Cod with Citrus Chili Glaze. Each recipes
includes a succinct introduction, notes the number of servings, provides the list of ingredients,
and clear step-by-step preparation instructions. Certain to be an enduringly popular addition to
personal, family, and community library collections, "Cook Taste Savor: 16 Inspiring Ingredients
for Delicious Dishes Every Day" is enthusiastically recommended.
The 30-Minute Vegan: Soup's On!
Mark Reinfeld
Lifelong Books
c/o Da Capo Press
44 Farnsworth Street, 3rd Floor
Boston, MA 02210
www.perseusbooksgroup.com
9780738216737, $17.99, www.amazon.com
Showcasing more than one hundred succulent soup recipes that are guaranteed to be as kitchen
cook friendly as they are nutritious, palate pleasing, and appetite satisfying for vegans,
vegetarians, and non-vegetarians alike, "The 30-Minute Vegan: Soup's On!" is a 288 page
compendium of recipes that range from Indian Chutney Stew with Tamarind; Cha-Cha Chili with
Tempeh; African Peanut Soup; and Mideast Chickpea Soup; to Raw Cream of Tomato Soup;
Creamy Parsnip Soup with Smoke Cherry Tomatoes; Polish Vegan Sausage and Sauerkraut
Stew; and Grilled Eggplant Soup with Pine Nuts. Of special note is the major section devoted to
garnishes and side dishes. A remarkable compilation, "The 30-Minute Vegan: Soup's On!" is
very highly recommended for personal, family, and community library Vegan and Vegetarian
cookbook collections! It should be noted that "The 30-Minute Vegan: Soup's On!" is also
available in a Kindle edition ($9.99).
Kate Gosselin's Love Is In The Mix
Kate Gosselin
Health Communications, Inc.
3201 S.W. 15th Street
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442-8190
www.hcibooks.com
9780757317644, $22.95, www.amazon.com
"Kate Gosselin's Love Is in the Mix: Making Meals into Memories with Family-Friendly
Recipes, Tips and Traditions" is a 304 page, beautifully illustrated compendium comprised of
'kitchen cook friendly' dishes that would grace any meal from daily family fair to celebratory
dining occasions. Organized into eight distinctive chapters of thematically appropriate dishes
(Delightful 'Do-Able' Dinners; GR8 Meals for Entertaining and Every Day; Splendid Sides;
Simply Savory Salads & Sandwiches; Satisfying Soups & Stews; Sunshine Starters; Perfect
Endings - Desserts; and Friday Night Fun Foods), the recipes range from Mom's Swiss Steak;
Grandma's Stuffed Peppers; Healthy Baked Sweet Potato Fries; and Kate's Health and Delicious
Mediterranean Veggie Wrap; to Savory Chicken Corn Soup; Strawberry Pancake Compote;
White Chocolate Flag Cake; and Toasted Pita Chips. Of special note is the inclusion of 'Gosselin
Family tips and Traditions'. Certain to be an enduringly popular addition to family and
community library cookbook collections, it should also be noted that "Kate Gosselin's Love Is in
the Mix: Making Meals into Memories with Family-Friendly Recipes, Tips and Traditions" is
also available in a Kindle edition ($10.99).
The New Cider Maker's Handbook
Claude Jolicoeur
Chelsea Green Publishing Company
85 North Main Street, Suite 120
White River Junction, VT 05001
9781603584739, $44.95, www.chelseagreenc.om
The New Cider Maker's Handbook covers the basics and comes from an internationally known,
award-winning cider maker who here reviews techniques and provides the latest scientific
principles on making cider. From recommendations for buying or growing cider apples to juice
extraction equipment, directions on their use, and how to change the quality of cider, this is for
any serious about the art and provides newcomers and professionals alike with detailed
information on all aspects of the process. The result is a revealing and fine handbook that any
would-be cider maker needs.
Handmade Bread
Dan Lepard
Mitchell Beazley
c/o Octopus Publishing
236 Park Avenue, New York NY 10017
9781845338237, $19.99, www.octopuspublishing.com
HANDMADE BREAD is written and photographed by Dan Lepard and pairs the usual bread
recipes with personal photos and stories of a baker's journeys around Europe searching out the
best breads and home bakers. It first appeared in 2004: this new rendition covers the author's
travels throughout Europe and pairs his stories with some 80 recipes profiling European baker's
products. From breads to buns, muffins and cakes, this ranges from very simple to more complex
and is a lovely guide for any home baker.
Zuppe
Mona Talbott
The Little Bookroom
435 Hudson St, Suite 300, New York NY 10014
9781892145970, $18.95, www.littlebookroom.com
ZUPPE gathers a collection of soups from the kitchen of the American Academy in Rome and is
a fine guide for any either collecting these little, colorful books or for those looking for Italian
soups. Arranged by season to make the most of regional ingredients, ZUPPE features such
recipes as Spicy Carrot Soup, a Spring Asparagus and Small Pasta Soup, and a Potato and Wild
Chard Soup. All are wonderful dishes recommended for any soup maker who wants more
inspiration.
Cast Iron Skillet Cookbook, revised edition
Sharon Kramis & Julie Kramis Hearne
Sasquatch Books
1904 Third Ave, Suite 710, Seattle, WA 98101
9781570619052, $19.95, www.sasquatchbooks.com
Cast Iron Skillet Cookbook: Recipes for the Best Pan In Your Kitchen has been revised and
expanded in this new edition, and provides cooks with a lovely collection of single-pan recipes
for everything from main courses to desserts. Rack of Lamb in a skillet? Sticky Buns? Crispy
Lamb Skewers? All these and more receive step-by-step instructions, easy recipes that don't
require any special ingredients, and a peppering of color photos throughout. Any who have
wanted to use the cast iron skillet for more than just occasional stir-fries will find this packed
with different techniques and an approach designed to make the most of cast iron cookery.
Pelican Publishing Company
1000 Burmaster Street
Gretna, LA 70053-2246
www.pelican-pub.com
Joey Allaham and David Kolotkin's THE PRIME GRILL COOKBOOK: REDEFINING THE
KOSHER EXPERIENCE (9781455617302, $35.00) provides a fine collection from a chef and
an owner who opened the first high-end kosher steakhouse in New York in Manhattan. Their
creation delivered some of the most innovative kosher dishes to New York customers, and their
cookbook considers the new kosher cooking movement around the world and provides some of
the establishment's signature dishes for home cooks. With colorful photos and unique recipes,
this is a fine pick for any kosher cook! Tom Bailey's THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO
NORTHERN GULF SEAFOOD (9781455618484, $29.95) provides recipes for all species of
fish and shellfish found from Florida to Mexico, and is a pick for any cook who resides in this
area or has access to its fresh seafood. A wide range of northern gulf seafood and preparation tips
accompany recipes that range from Broiled Dolphin with Tangy Glaze to Crusty Lobster
Turnovers and Baked Stuff Snapper Fillets. As many of the seafood can be found outside this
region (California has red snapper fish for example), this cookbook will appeal to any with an
interest in easy, innovative fish recipes.
William Morrow & Company
c/o HarperCollins Publishers
10 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022-5299
www.williammorrow.com, www.harpercollins.com
Jamie Geller's JOY OF KOSHER: FAST, FRESH FAMILY RECIPES (9780062207821,
$30.00) comes from a cook who hasn't always been kosher, and who was raised on take-out food.
In her mid-twenties she returned to celebrate the Jewish traditions her family had dropped, and
though she was clueless about cooking, she went beyond an effort to learn to cook and founded
the Kosher Media Network, among other achievements. JOY OF KOSHER simplifies the effort
of keeping a kosher kitchen. No rabbit and no prior culinary experience are needed for success as
Geller takes tested family recipes and provides 'dress up' or 'dress down' options for each. It's a
cookbook any kosher family and many a general cookbook library will want. Patricia Wells' THE
FRENCH KITCHEN COOKBOOK (9780062088918, $35.00) comes from an author who runs a
popular cooking school and who has won awards for many of her other cookbooks. Her latest
offers a narrowed focus on these cooking schools, focusing on their recipes, lessons, and how the
classes evolved. Wells offers a story of how her school began and her experiences cooking
French foods from across the country. Her fare is easy for any home cook to reproduce: even
those unfamiliar with French cuisine, and should be in any cookbook collection. Ree
Drummond's PIONEER WOMAN COOKS A YEAR OF HOLIDAYS: 140 STEP-BY-STEP
RECIPES FOR SIMPLE, SCRUMPTIOUS CELEBRATIONS (9780062225221, $29.99) arrived
too late for holiday mention but promises to provide home cooks with year-round entertainment
ideas as it reveals holiday recipes and classic dishes. Step-by-step color photos accompany
recipes the author's presented to family and friends in an excellent collection perfect for
entertaining. These are dishes crafted for even busy cooks, designed to look elegant and provide
sensational.
The Music Shelf
Hal Leonard
c/o Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing
33 Plymouth St, Suite 302, Montclair, NJ 07042
www.halleonardbooks.com
Bruce Swedien with Bill Gibson's THE BRUCE SWEDIEN RECORDING METHOD
(9781458411198, $39.99) comes from a recording engineer who recorded and mixed some of the
most successful albums of modern times, and is a 'must' for any interested in the process of
mixing music recordings. Swedien mixed hits from Michael Jackson to jazz. His method of
capturing instruments and blending sounds features a host of innovative techniques and features a
technical workflow that leads to consistent success. The accompanying DVD-ROM offers new
footage of him working through a mix, explaining the logic behind his processes and choices.
Any music maker will consider this an exceptional set of insights into the entire process. Hal
Leonard's POWER TOOLS FOR STUDIO ONE 2, VOLUME 2 (9781476874685, $39.99)
provides the second volume on Studio One 2, adding to the first and creating value in a set which
will prove the only in-depth references to Studio One. Much of the material isn't documented
anywhere - even in the user manual - while this volume considers advanced applications from
working with loops and video to mixing and sharing work. This volume is an indispensible
addition to the first and a 'must' as it discusses important features released since the first volume
and synthesizes all information in an in-depth reference. Gerald McCauley and Benjamin Bove's
DOWN THE RHODES; THE FENDER RHODES STORY (9781480342422, $44.99) provides a
fine survey and is the only book to show how Rhodes changed music. Harold Rhodes envisioned
his instrument as a rehabilitation tool for soldiers in World War II, creating a piano that
represented the new electronic future. Interviews with musicians reveal how this electronic
model helped create new music from the 1960s to modern times, and is based on information
from artists ranging from George Benson and Stanley Clarke to George Duke, Herbie Hancock,
Joe Sample and more. A Blu-ray of the documentary film about the Fender Rhodes Electric
Piano is even included with each book, making this a 'must' for any fan of piano history. THE
POWER IN CAKEWALK SONAR (9781476806013, $16.99) provides the latest approach to
working in SONAR, and shows users how to focus on the music and develop techniques that led
to better music. From using SONAR's enhanced Skylight interface to editing MIDI tracks using
the Smart Tool and Piano Roll view, this is a solid pick for any interested in better use of
Cakewalk Sonar.
Backbeat Books
c/o Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing
33 Plymouth St, Suite 302, Montclair, NJ 07042
www.backbeatbooks.com
Marc Roberty's ERIC CLAPTON, DAY BY DAY: THE LATER YEARS: 1983-2013
(9781617130533, $39.99) follows the first volume and comes from a Clapton expert and music
journalist who picks up from where his first book left off, covering Clapton's comeback after
years of substance abuse. From the shows he placed and the cream reformation shows of 2005 to
reunions with other musicians, this provides a fine survey blending tour dates and recording
sessions with quotes from engineers, producers and musicians. Add rare photos and unreleased
songs and you have the completion of a 2-volume Clapton tribute that should be in any rock
music history holding. Mike Eder's ELVIS MUSIC FAQ (9781617130496, $24.99) details
Presley's music career and its evolution, considering his original Sun record label, his concert
tours, and reviewing all the music he's released. From Elvis' first albums to the extent of his
many different music genres, this covers his works form country and pop ballads to rock, and
considers the lasting impact of his sound. Any with an interest in Elvis' various music endeavors
will appreciate this analysis, which holds rare images and many insights. Buck Owens writes
with Randy Poe to provide an autobiography of his musical heritage in BUCK 'EM!
(9781480330641, $29.99), and is a powerful 'must' for any music history collection. Buck Owens
was a country musician who played a pivotal role in the genre. Born in Texas and raised in
Arizona, he made Bakersfield, California his home and managed to become a smashing success
outside of Nashville. His efforts gave rise to a new era in country music, a new sound, and
affected Bakersfield's cultural heritage forever. Here Buck recalls his life from his early days to
his rise to fame in a winning, vivid saga that should be in any country music collection.
The Military Shelf
Asian Maritime Strategies
Capt. Bernard D. Cole, USN (Ret.)
Naval Institute Press
291 Wood Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
9781591141624 $34.95 www.nip.org
Retired US Navy Captain and instructor at the National War College (Washington, D.C.)
presents Asian Maritime Strategies: Navigating Troubled Waters, a critical study of the modern-
day maritime strengths and strategies of all nations with a significant presence in the Indo-Pacific
region. Although the United States, Japan, China, and India are discussed the most, Canada,
Russia, North Korea, South Korea, the Philippines, Brunei, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore,
Malaysia, Myanmar, Pakistan, Iran, and other, smaller Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf states are
also covered. Extensive notes, a bibliography, and an index round out this acute examination of
geopolitical naval power, highly recommended especially for military studies and naval strategy
shelves.
A Civilian in Lawton's 1899 Philippine Campaign
Michael E. Shay, editor
University Press of Mississippi
3825 Ridgewood Road
Jackson, MS 39211
9780826220080 $40.00 www.upress.state.ms.us
Part of "The American Military Experience Series" dedicated to preserving past and present
records and analyses, of American military life, A Civilian in Lawton's 1899 Philippine
Campaign: The Letters of Robert D. Carter gathers the correspondence of twenty-two-year-old
Robert Dexter Carter, who served in Manila as a civilian quartermaster clerk during the
Philippine-American War. Carter was a frequent guest of Major General Henry W. Lawton, a
close friend of Carter's father, and often mentions news or rumors about the commander. Editor
Michael E. Shay offers notes and commentary to place the correspondence in full context, and
does not alter Carter's words in any way - even when they sometimes turn to foul language, or
express his personal racism. An invaluable glimpse into the bureaucratic side of a foreign war, A
Civilian in Lawton's 1899 Philippine Campaign is a fascinating primary testimony, recommended
for military history shelves.
Intelligence And Surprise Attack
Erik J. Dahl
Georgetown University Press
3240 Prospect Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007
www.press.georgetown.edu
9781589019980, $29.95, www.amazon.com
Of curious note is that most surprise attacks against the United States from the Japanese bombing
of Pearl Harbor in December 7, 1942 to the Islamic terrorist attack against the Pentagon and New
York's twin towers on September 11, 2001 took place despite the United States government
having advanced notice of such attack possibilities through various intelligence agencies. Why
then were so many of these attacks so successful? That is the subject of "Intelligence and
Surprise Attack: Failure and Success from Pearl Harbor to 9/11 and Beyond" by Erik J. Dahl
(Assistant Professor of national Security Affairs and a faculty member of the Center for
homeland Defense and Security at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California). After
an informed introduction and an informative first chapter (Why Does Intelligence Fail, and How
Can It Succeed?), "Intelligence and Surprise Attack: Failure and Success from Pearl Harbor to
9/11 and Beyond" is organized into two major sections: 'The Problem of Conventional Attack',
and 'The Problem of Terrorist Attack'. Of special note is the appendix entry 'Unsuccessful Plots
and Attacks against American Targets, 1987-2012'. Enhanced with extensive Notes, and
extended Bibliography, and a comprehensive Index, "Intelligence and Surprise Attack: Failure
and Success from Pearl Harbor to 9/11 and Beyond" is a seminal work of original scholarship
and should be a part of every community and academic library Security Studies & Intelligence
collection. It should also be noted that "Intelligence and Surprise Attack: Failure and Success
from Pearl Harbor to 9/11 and Beyond" is also available in a Kindle edition ($16.17).
The Ultimate Chief Petty Officer Guidebook
James C. Glass
Savas Beatie
PO Box 4527, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
www.savasbeatie.com
9781611211245, $18.95, www.amazon.com
Chief petty officer is the seventh enlisted rate in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard, just above
petty officer first class and below senior chief petty officer, and is a senior non-commissioned
officer. The grade of chief petty officer was established on April 1, 1893 for the Navy. The
United States Congress first authorized the Coast Guard to use the promotion to chief petty
officer on 18 May 1920. Unlike petty officer first class and lower rates, advancement to chief
petty officer not only carries requirements of time in service, superior evaluation scores, and
speciality examinations, but also carries an added requirement of peer review. A chief petty
officer can only advance after review by a selection board of serving master chief petty officers,
in effect "choosing their own" and conversely not choosing others. In "The Ultimate Chief Petty
Officer Guidebook", former Master Chief Petty Officer James Glass draws upon his twenty-two
years of experience and expertise to write a 192 page instruction manual for the benefit of any
sailor who aspires to the position or who has been newly promoted to it. Enhanced with eleven
photos, thirty-three tables and graphs, five appendices, and an index, "The Ultimate Chief Petty
Officer Guidebook" is thoroughly 'reader friendly' and very highly recommended. It should be
noted that "The Ultimate Chief Petty Officer Guidebook" is also available in a Kindle edition
($7.99).
Honor and Betrayal
Patrick Robinson
Da Capo Press
44 Farnsworth Street, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02210
9780306823081, $26.99, www.dacapopress.com
Honor and Betrayal: The Untold Story of the Navy SEALs Who Captured the "Butcher of
Fallujah" - and the Shameful Ordeal They Later Endured is for any military reader who wants
more details about the Navy SEAL operation in Iraq and what really happened when they
captured the terrorist, and explores how three soldiers who risked their lives could be charged
with dereliction of duty and prisoner abuse, based on the contentions of a terrorist. It comes from
a noted authority on Navy SEAL and special forces operations and provides an insider account
told in cooperation with McCabe and Keefe, the two SEALs who are no longer in service and
who can therefore speak freely about events. An eye-opening survey for any interested in the
military and this SEAL operation in particular.
Osprey Publishing
4301 21st St, Suite 220B
Long Island City, NY 11101
www.ospreypublishing.com
David Greentree's BRITISH PARATROOPER VERSES FALLSCHIRMJAGER
(9781780969244, $18.95) pairs first-hand accounts and modern photos with maps and new
artwork to considering the different experiences of opposing troops who fought in the
Mediterranean from 1942-43. From training and equipment to tactics and morale, this considers
weaponry and men alike and provides backgrounds to battles to make for full explorations of the
encounters experienced on all sides. Details only lightly touched upon in other World War II
books come to life in depth in this one, making it a pick for any definitive military history
collection. Nick Lipscombe's WELLINGTON'S GUNS: THE UNTOLD STORY OF
WELLINGTON AND HIS ARTILLERY IN THE PENINSULA AND AT WATERLOO
(9781780961149, $29.95) provides a fine historical survey of the artillery that supported British
armies and is a pick for any who wants greater focus on the internal operations of the British
military. Chapters offer charts, small black and white maps, and in-depth discussions of
operations, strategies and confrontations - yet manage to retain a lively tone - in a fine historical
military survey recommended for any military history collection. Si Sheppard's THE JEWISH
REVOLT AD 66-74 (9781780961835, $21.95) adds to other early history military titles from
Osprey and considers a pan-Jewish revolt against the Romans in AD 66-74. The Romans
systematically crushed that revolt and took Jerusalem, and only ended because of mass suicides
of the last holdouts. This history considers the political and military strategies that led to this
battle, and provides a powerful focus recommended for Jewish and military history collections
alike. Black and white and color illustrations by Peter Dennis bring the conflicts and landscape to
life. Chris McNab edits HITLER'S ELITE: THE SS 1939-45 (9781782009884, $40.00) provides
a fine focus on the SS, from its origins in the 1920s as Hitler's personal bodyguard to how it
rapidly grew to an organization employing hundreds of thousands in nearly 40 divisions. This
complete history covers the SS at individual, unit and organizational levels and provides a fine
survey of its origins and the reasons behind its great growth. Color art and over two hundred
photos embellish text that has fine details not available elsewhere.
The Science Shelf
Secret History: The Story of Cryptology
Craig P. Bauer
CRC Press
6000 NW Broken Sound Parkway NW, Suite 300
Boca Raton, FL 33487
9781466561861, $69.95, www.crcpress.com
There have been plenty of 'light reading' books covering the history and mechanics of cryptology
- this isn't one of them. Most focus on light math concepts and/or history - this isn't one of them.
Instead, it covers both but provides much more depth and detail, surveying the political side of
cryptology's developments, the use of codes in crime, music and literature, and considering how
classical cryptology grew from Greek to modern times. It provides close examination of the
groundbreaking works of cryptologists and considers specific algorithms and their functions, and
it provides charts, graphs and calculations to show exactly how cryptology works. Any with more
than a casual interest in the topic will find this a solid reference.
The Psychology Shelf
The Nature of Work
J. Kevin Ford, John R. Hollenbeck, and Ann Marie Ryan, editors
American Psychological Association
750 First Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
9781433815379 $69.95 www.apa.org/books
The Nature of Work: Advances in Psychological Theory, Methods, and Practice is an anthology
of essays by learned contributors about work psychology, the origins of work behavior, and how
these affect both the individual workers and the organizations that employ them. Writings
include "Work Team Motivation: Progress and Perils", "Turmoil or Opportunity? Retirement and
Identity-Related Coping", "Two Practitioners' Reflections on the Scientist-Practitioner Divide",
"Promoting Productive Collaborations to Advance the Psychology of Work" and much more. A
scholarly cross-examination of the latest understandings about work psychology from both a
practical and scientific point of view, The Nature of Work is a welcome addition to college and
library collections and professional psychology shelves.
Children of Hoarders
Fugen Neziroglu, PhD, ABBP and Katharine Donnelly, PhD
New Harbinger Press
5674 Shattuck Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609
9781608824380, $16.95, www.newharbinger.com
Children of Hoarders: How to Minimize Conflict, Reduce the Clutter & Improve Your
Relationship provides a fine guide on how to grow up in the home of a 'hoarder', and empowers
children to help improve their own lives and those of their parents. It comes from a psychologist
expert on hoarding behavior and covers interventions and strategies for communicating with a
hoarding parent. From acceptance versus change to managing emotions, this is packed with
information on a subject that only too rarely receives its own discussion.
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
400 Market Street, Suite 400
Philadelphia, PA 19106
www.jkp.com
Robyn Steward's THE INDEPENDENT WOMAN'S HANDBOOK FOR SUPER SAFE LIVING
ON THE AUTISTIC SPECTRUM (9781849053990, $19.95) is for any woman who would live a
full life on and off the autistic spectrum, and explores common safety issues and risks to personal
safety. From strategies for overcoming these threats to handling friendships, sex, alcohol and
money issues, this is packed with 'autism alert cards' and references that will prove key to the
safety of any woman struggling with autism and independence. Ashley Stanford's
TROUBLESHOOTING RELATIONSHIPS ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM: A USER'S
GUIDE TO RESOLVING RELATIONSHIP PROBLEMS (9781849059510, $19.95) focuses on
common problems, solutions, and strategies and scripts that can help those on the autism
spectrum handle all kinds of relationship problems, and provides specific tested keys to success
recommended for any living with or understanding the mechanics of AS experiences. From
identifying co-dependency to troubleshooting complaints, this is an excellent reference for any
who would handle the dual challenges of a relationship and autism. Kate E. Reynolds'
SEXUALITY AND SEVERE AUTISM: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR PARENTS,
CAREGIVERS AND HEALTH EDUCATORS (9781849053273, $24.95) provides a practical
handbook to sex and sexuality, showing parents and educators how to impart the basics to even
the most severely autistic child. There are specific routines and concerns within the autism
spectrum: chapters address these specifics, discussing method for reaching males and females
and covering public and private sexual behaviors, school, cross-gender and more. The author
worked for eighteen years as a clinical nurse and counselor in the UK: her advice is both specific
and tested under real-world conditions. Brenda Boyd's PARENTING A TEEN OR YOUNG
ADULT WIRTH ASPERGER SYNDROME: 325 IDEAS, INSIGHTS, TIPS AND
STRATEGIES (9781849052925, $19.95) provides a fine survey packed with insights for parents
of teens and young adults who have Asperger Syndrome, and packs in over three hundred
strategies for handling common parenting issues. From social exchanges and friendships to
self-esteem and handling change, this sourcebook offers busy parents a format and
solution-based discussion that uses templates and short discussions to narrow in on common
issues and how to resolve them. Parents will find this a 'must', packed with ideas and tested
solutions. Lisa R. Furman's ETHICS IN ART THERAPY: CHALLENGING TOPICS FOR A
COMPLEX MODALITY (9781849059381, $26.95) is for art therapists facing ethical
considerations unique to their approach, and goes beyond the usual therapy professional
guidelines to address 'gray areas' involved in art therapy practices. Case examples pair with the
latest ethical theory to provide illustration of instances of ethical dilemma - such as accepting
client art as a gift, or the electronic transmission of confidential artwork. From sexuality in this
environment to cognitive impairments, this covers all kinds of common challenges and is
recommended for any practicing art therapist and reference collections catering to them.
The Health/Medicine Shelf
Hepatitis C Treatment One Step at a Time
Lucinda K. Porter, RN
Demos Health
11 West 42nd Street, 15th Floor
New York, NY 10036
9781936303526 $16.95 www.demoshealth.com
Hepatitis C (HCV) is currently the most common blood-borne infection in the United States;
over 3.2 million Americans live with it, most of them unaware that they have it. This ignorance
has led to more American deaths from HCV than from HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.
Registered nurse Lucinda K. Porter, herself a Hepatitis C patient who has undergone three rounds
of HCV antiviral therapy, shares her experience and knowledge in Hepatitis C Treatment One
Step at a Time: Inspirational and Practical Tips for Successful Treatment. Speaking especially to
fellow HCV patients, Porter provides invaluable advice, tips grounded in personal experience,
and readings to help cope with each day of treatment. "HCV treatment is dehydrating. Certain
side effects such as fatigue and dryness are easier to manage with adequate water intake. The
Institute of Medicine advises that men drink about 13 cups and women consume about 9 cups of
liquid daily. If your urine is dark yellow, drink more. It is possible to drink too much water, so
don't overdo it. If you can't leave the house because you need to be near a bathroom, then you
may be drinking too much." A "must-have" for anyone embarking on an HCV treatment regimen,
Hepatitis C Treatment One Step at a Time is also highly recommended for public library health
and medicine shelves.
Memory & Communication Aids For People With Dementia
Michelle S. Bourgeois
Health Professions Press
PO Box 10624, Baltimore, MD 21285-0624
www.healthpropress.com
9781938870064, $38.95, www.amazon.com
Dementia is a serious loss of global cognitive ability in a previously unimpaired person, beyond
what might be expected from normal aging. It may be static, the result of a unique global brain
injury, or progressive, resulting in long-term decline due to damage or disease in the body.
Although dementia is far more common in the geriatric population (about 5% of those over 65
are said to be involved), it can occur before the age of 65, in which case it is termed "early onset
dementia". Impaired memory is a key symptom of dementia and the subject of "Memory and
Communication Aids for People With Dementia", a 224 page compendium by Professor
Michelle S. Bourgeois (Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, University of
South Florida) offering exercises and information on utilizing memory aids with respect to
treating dementia impaired abilities ranging from conversation, orientation, communication,
social interaction, assisted living skills, home care, and/or assisted living facility based care.
Informed and informative, "Memory and Communication Aids for People With Dementia" is
highly recommended for both professional and non-specialist general readers dealing with
anyone with dementia based memory and communication needs. Also very highly recommended
from Health Professions Press is "The End-Of-Life Namaste Care program For People With
Dementia" (9781938870026, $34.95) by Joyce Simard.
Living with Itch
Gil Yosipovitch, MD and Shawn G. Kwatra, MD
Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
9781421412447, $16.95, www.press.jhu.edu
Living with Itch: A Patient's Guide provides a powerful coverage and comes from itch
researchers and clinicians who consider the physiological events that cause itch. From different
kinds of skin diseases to different treatment options, this blends patient narratives with keys on
how people cope with itch and what remedies are available. It's refreshing to see an entire book
on the topic: too often 'itch' is not given proper attention, and having one book covering different
kinds of itches will help any who need specific help.
Better Health Through Natural Healing, third edition
Ross Trattler, ND, DO and Shea Trattler
North Atlantic Books
2526 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Berkeley, CA 94704-2607
9781583946671, $24.95, www.northatlanticbooks.com
Better Health Through Natural Healing: How to Get Well Without Drugs or Surgery appears in
its third updated edition to expand and update a detailed reference on healing common problems
with natural resources. This book first appeared in 1985 as a guide to both traditional and
alternative therapies: this third edition has been completely revised and updated to reflect recent
research and applications in the holistic healing world, and explains all the basics of natural
medicine philosophy as well as the treatment of over a hundred common diseases. Any natural
health collection will find this a winner!
The Technology Shelf
Artech House
685 Canton Street, Norwood, MA 02062
www.artechhouse.com
Suzanne Costello and Marc P. Y. Desmulliez's HERMETICITY TESTING OF MEMS AND
MICROELECTRONIC PACKAGES (9781608075270, $139.00) considers the step change in
package requirements that came with the new MEMS system, and provides engineers with a
solid reference on test methods for hermetic packaging for the MEMS and microelectronics as a
whole. Both traditional and new testing methods are considered in a text focused on modern
package types, with history and critical analysis of limitations included in chapters loaded with
black and white photos, charts and diagrams. Any collection strong in electronic engineering
needs this up-to-date reference. Phillip Weicker's A SYSTEMS APPROACH TO
LITHIUM-ION BATTERY MANAGEMENT (9781608076598, $139.00) provides a fine guide
to battery management system technology for large format battery packs, and discusses
everything from their management, storage and energy systems to the latest BMS technology,
software, hardware and safety. From architectures including power supplies to model
implementation, hazard management, and more, this provides engineers with a wide-ranging
analysis of battery management systems in a variety of real-world scenarios.
The Mathematics Shelf
In Pursuit of the Unknown
Ian Stewart
Basic Books
c/o Perseus Books Group
11 Cambridge Center, Cambridge, MA 02142
www.perseusbooksgroup.com
9780465085989, $16.99, www.basicbooks.com
In Pursuit of the Unknown: 17 Equations That Changed the World is a pick for any general
interest or mathematics collection and comes from a mathematician who here reveals the
foundations of mathematical statements and why equations are a big part of our lives. Seventeen
key equations that reflect concurrent discoveries in the world are revealed in a lively survey that
links math directly to human experience - and makes this a top survey for mathematicians and
general readers alike!
The Writing/Publishing Shelf
The Insider's Guide To Book Publishing Success
Eric Kampmann & Margot Atwell
Beaufort Books
27 West 20th Street, Suite 1102, NY, NY 10011
www.beaufortbooks.com
9780825306877, $12.95, www.amazon.com
Every author, once their manuscript is finished, must address the question of how to go about
getting published. Drawing upon their many years of experience and expertise in the publishing
industry, Eric Kampmann and Margot Atwell have effectively collaborated to produce "The
Insider's Guide To Book Publishing Success", a succinct, 160 page instruction manual covering
critical issues ranging from selecting a publishing strategy, the editorial process, designing and
printing, to the fundamentals of book sales and distribution. Of special note is the commentary
on marketing and publicity. Offering four illustrative success stories, "The Insider's Guide To
Book Publishing Success" is informed, informative, thoroughly 'user friendly', and especially
recommended as an practical, experience-based guide for novice authors seeking a successful
(and profitable!) publication of their work. It should be noted that "The Insider's Guide To Book
Publishing Success" is also available in a Kindle edition ($1.99).
Nonfiction Notebooks
Aimee Buckner
Stenhouse Publishers
477 Congress Street, Suite 4B
Portland, ME 04101-3451
www.stenhouse.com
9781571109521, $18.50, www.amazon.com
"Nonfiction Notebooks: Strategies for Informational Writing" by educator and author Aimee
Buckner is a 128 page instruction guide specifically designed for aspiring writers of non-fiction.
This thoroughly 'user friendly' manual is organized into six succinct chapters; Writers
Notebooks: An Informational Twist; Strategies to Explore Topics; Strategies to Gather
Information; Predrafting Strategies; Strategies to Craft Informational Pieces; and Assessment.
Informed, informative, exceptionally well organized and presented, "Nonfiction Notebooks:
Strategies for Informational Writing" is an ideal reference for students tasked with writing
papers, as well as novice authors wanting to write non-fiction pieces and books for publication.
Highly recommended for personal, professional, community, and academic library
Writing/Publishing instructional reference collections, it should also be noted that "Nonfiction
Notebooks: Strategies for Informational Writing" is available in a Kindle edition ($10.49) as
well.
A Self Made Of Words
Carl H. Klaus
University of Iowa Press
119 West Park Road, Iowa City, IA 52242-1000
www.uiowapress.org
9781609381943, $18.00, www.amazon.com
In "A Self Made of Words", Carl H. Klaus draws upon his many years of experience and
expertise as the founder of Iowa's Nonfiction Writing Program and author of numerous published
non-fiction titles to write a succinct, 98 page compendium comprised of an informed and
informative essay and guide on how novice writers (and even more experienced authors) can
adapt themselves to the dictums of non-fiction writing through his proffered exercises for
creating engaging commentary and text that is hallmarked by a distinctive 'voice' or persona. A
masterful, thoroughly 'user friendly', and highly recommended instructional guide for writers, it
should be noted that "A Self Made of Words" is also available in a Kindle edition ($9.99).
Handbook of Indexing Techniques, fifth edition
Linda K. Fetters
Information Today Inc.
143 Old Marlton Pike, Medford, NJ 08055-8750
9781573874618, $28.00, www.infotoday.com
Handbook of Indexing Techniques: A Guide for Beginning Indexers appears in its fifth updated
edition to provide clear explanations of indexing techniques and examples of how to index
different documents. From the new electronic documents and their requirements to imbedded
indexing, ebook indexing, web indexing and more, this reference includes information on
indexing seminars as well, and will especially interest occasional indexers who need more
specifics on the process.
Rewrite
Paul Chitlik
Michael Wiese Productions
12400 Ventura Blvd., #1111
Studio City, CA 91604
9781615931576, $22.95, www.mwp.com
REWRITE: A STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO STRENGTHEN STRUCTURE, CHARACTERS,
AND DRAMA IN YOUR SCREENPLAY is a recommendation for performing arts and film
screenwriters who want keys to producing great scripts, and narrows the focus to the rewrite
process. This new edition provides more tools for effective rewriting, offering keys to page
reduction, sample rewrites, strategies for handling difficult challenges during the process, and
insights on how a more effective screenplay can work. Any script writer will find this a 'must'
guide to better writing!
Writing to Wake the Soul
Karen Hering
Beyond Words Publishing
20827 NW Cornell Road, Suite 500
Hillsboro, OR 97124
9781582704128, $24.00, www.beyondword.com
Writing to Wake the Soul: Opening the Sacred Conversation Within is a book about words and
spiritual links, and offers insights that address memory and imagination, literary writings, world
mythology and more. It includes prompts and meditations, stories, and encouragements for
readers to connect language with spiritual reflection, and it considers such diverse topics as using
prayer to listen, writing about love and hope, and considering the issues in redemption. While
spirituality shelves will be the most likely patrons of this book, any collection strong in writer's
guides shouldn't leave it out: it's an inspirational winner.
The Native American Studies Shelf
Taos: A Topical History
Corina A. Santistevan and Julia Moore, editors
Museum of New Mexico Press
PO Box 2087
Santa Fe, NM 87504-2087
9780890135822 $34.95 www.mnmpress.org
Taos: A Topical History is a thoughtful anthology of essays by diverse authors about the history
of the Taos Valley region of New Mexico, a land where the legacy of three settler cultures (Tiwa,
Spanish, and Anglo) remains. Individual writings include "Taos' Early Trade Economy", "Taos
Pueblo, Past and Recent", "Taos Art Colony and the Taos Arts Community", and much more.
Extensive notes and an index round out this fascinating collection insights, chronicles, and
revelations about a land, its peoples, and the conflicts that embroiled them. Highly
recommended, especially for American history or Native American Studies shelves.
The Girl Who Sang to the Buffalo
Kent Nerburn
New World Library
14 Pamaron Way, Novato, CA 94949
9781608680153, $15.95, www.newworldlibrary.com
The Girl Who Sang to the Buffalo: A Child, an Elder & the Light from an Ancient Sky is a
haunting narrative about Native American worlds where dreams have meaning and animals are
powerful. This world is translated through the eyes of a little girl, and provides a satisfying blend
of history, mystery, and most of all - spiritual journey. It's a story of a mentor and a four-year-old
girl who bears a powerful resemblance to a missing sister, and it considers the boundaries
between mental illness and spirituality when her special abilities are called into question. Any
seeking a literary, revealing story of Native American worlds will find this a winner!
The Mystery/Suspense Shelf
Mrs. Jeffries and the Merry Gentlemen
Emily Brightwell
Berkeley Prime Crime
c/o Penguin Group (USA)
375 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014
9780425268087, $25.95, www.penguin.com
While Mrs. Jeffries and the Merry Gentlemen arrived just a little too late for holiday mention,
this adds to the author's fine Victorian Mystery collection and will delight fans year-round.
Stockbroker Orlando has made a fortune and invites three influential investors to join his latest
financial winner. When he's found murdered, it's up to Witherspoon and Mrs. Jeffries to
investigate - even though the holidays are upon them and it's the worst season to add mystery into
the mix. A fine holiday theme returns old protagonists to the fold and creates a powerful saga
perfect for any mystery collection!
Dust
Patricia Cornwell
Putnam Adult
c/o Penguin Group USA
375 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014
9780399157578, $28.95, www.penguin.com
DUST provides a new Scarpetta novel by Patricia Cornwell, represents the twenty-first
installment to the Kay Scarpetta investigator series, and opens with an exhausted Kay who has
just finished working on one of the worst mass killings in U.S. history in Connecticut.
Recovering from the flu, he's taped to investigate a dead grad student - and uncovers immediate
connections to recent odd homicides in Washington, D.C. Her further investigations involve her
family in a series of complex encounters that are packed with unexpected twists and challenges
to Scarpetta's family and life in this engrossing mystery.
Hard Case Crime
www.hardcasecrime.com
Hard Case Crime features a fine set of paperback suspense novels produced by a very young
Michael Crichton (writing as John Lange) before he became famous with his Jurassic Park series,
and is a recommendation for any crime or mystery collection. Crichton invented the secret pen
name John Lange and wrote eight books between 1955 and 1972. They went out of print and
were unavailable for decades - until now. Michael Crichton chose Hard Case Crime to bring this
set back, even re-editing two of the Lange books and writing new chapters for one of them. His
death in 2008 from cancer halted the project but this set lives on. BINARY (9781783291250,
$9.95) tells of a political radical who is plotting terrorism long before it became today's news -
and federal agent John Graves is trying to stop him. A powerful confrontation between hackers
and government forces evolves. SCRATCH ONE (9781783291199, $9.95) tells of a terrorist
group which has been targeting politicians for assassination - and when the U.S. sends in an
agent who is delayed in transit, it's up to a lawyer mistaken for him to enter the fray. DRUG OF
CHOICE (9781783291236, $9.95) tells of bioengineers who have created the ultimate vacation
resort - until a doctor's investigation reveals a dangerous secret and the involvement of a
company that could change the world. GRAVE DESCEND (9781783291243, $9.95) goes
underwater into the world of diver James McGregor, who investigates a mysterious wreck and its
even more mysterious cargo, while ZERO COOL (9781783291212, $9.95) tells of an American
radiologist whose vacation is ruined when a beautiful woman places him in the middle of gang
rivalries and a treasure. THE VENOM BUSINESS (9781783291229, $9.95) tells of a snake
handler and smuggler who finds a side job as a bodyguard - and who discovers an inherent
danger in the position that will change his life, while EASY GO (9781783291205, $9.95) tells of
buried treasure in Egypt and a professor's plan to plunder a burial site. Add smugglers and
thieves and you have a powerful plot. All read like noir mysteries but include technological
advancements and, quite often, an air of Indiana Jones adventure that will keep crime and
mystery readers on edge with the classic Crichton brand of suspense.
The Travel Shelf
Lonely Planet Publishing
150 Linden Street, Oakland CA 94607
www.lonelyplanet.com
Carolyn McCarthy's PANAMA (9781742200125, $24.99) is the perfect guidebook of choice for
any independent traveler who would locate off-the-beaten-track destinations within the country.
The entire book has been researched and updated, with color sidebars of at-a-glance information,
small maps, and tips for what to see and how to get around making this the perfect pocket tote for
destination-bound visitors. Panama is usually included in larger-ranging books on Central
America, so it's pleasing to see an approach that offers far more detail without adding countries
visitors may have no intention of seeing. Sarina Singh, et.al.'s INDIA (9781742204123, $34.99)
achieves the same for India but its weighty stance (over 1,000 pages) makes it more of an
at-home travel planner than a pocket tote. That said, the information here is indispensible: from
advice for women travelers on safety in the country to an illustrated temple feature and candid
assessments of the pros and cons of each area, INDIA is one of the best books on the market for
researching the entire country's offerings. Carolyn McCarthy, et.al.'s CENTRAL AMERICA ON
A SHOESTRING (9781742200101, $29.99) provides new itineraries, illustrated maps, and a
thorough review of all activities possible in different Central American nations. All of this is
covered with the independent traveler on a budget in mind: chapters feature sidebars of
information and everything has been researched and updated. These should be required reading
for any independent, destination-bound traveler. Chris Rowthorn, et.al.'s Japan (9781742204147,
$29.99) is a weighty travel guide packed with advice for independent travelers to Japan, and
includes a pull-out map of Tokyo and information that's been researched and updated to reflect
the latest changes in the country. From national parks to nightlife and entertainment, this covers
everything from connections to the airport to popular and offbeat sights and sounds. A 'must' for
any heading to Japan! Brendan Sainsbury's CUBA (978174220422, $24.99) provides a fine guide
to Cuba complete with a pull-out map and new updates to local and tourist destinations, and is a
fine pick for any interested in visiting the country. Sidebars of at-a-glance information
accompanies all the historical, cultural and social references visitor could want, along with
specifics of where to go and what to see. The result is an excellent take-along tote for any traveler
bound for Cuba!
The Art Shelf
The Art Deco Poster
William W. Crouse
The Vendome Press
1334 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021
www.vendomepress.com
Harry N. Abrams, Inc. (dist.)
115 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
www.abramsbooks.com
9780865653085, $65,00, www.amazon.com
Art Deco is an influential visual arts design style which first appeared in France after World War
I, flourishing internationally in the 1930s and 1940s before its popularity waned after World War
II. It is an eclectic style that combines traditional craft motifs with Machine Age imagery and
materials. The style is often characterized by rich colors, bold geometric shapes, and lavish
ornamentation. Art Deco emerged from the Interwar period when rapid industrialization was
transforming culture. One of its major attributes is an embrace of technology. This distinguishes
Deco from the organic motifs favored by its predecessor Art Nouveau. Compiled with
commentary by 20th Century Poster expert William W. Crouse "The Art Deco Posters: Rare and
Iconic" is a beautifully illustrated, 296 page compendium showcasing art deco wall posters. With
an informative introduction by Alastair Duncan (an expert consultant on the decorative arts of the
19th and 20th centuries), the poster art comprising "The Art Deco Posters: Rare and Iconic" is
nicely organized into alphabetically themed sections: Aviation; Automobiles & Motorcycles;
Consumer & Industrial Products; Leisure; Motor Racing; Food, Beverage & Tobacco; Ocean
Liners; Railways; Travel & Tourism. Enhanced with a useful bibliography and index, "The Art
Deco Posters: Rare and Iconic" is especially recommended for academic library 20th Century
Popular Art reference collections and would make an enduringly popular selection as a
community library Memorial Fund acquisition.
The Art Deco Poster
William W. Crouse
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
9780865653085, $65.00, www.vendomepress.com
The Art Deco Poster provides an oversized and very fine collection of posters profiling some
three hundred different examples of the poster art create between World Wars I and II, and is a
'must' for fans and any collection strong in poster art and history. This collection is arranged
thematically into subject categories and gathers international poster designs from well-known to
rare examples by a range of artists. Each poster is digitally photographed for this collection and
accompanied by an explanation of its economic, political and social meaning. It's a powerful
achievement in and of itself, representing the best in graphic design portraits and art deco history
alike.
Warhol's Queens
Henriete Dedichen, Editor
Hatje Cantz
c/o Distributed Art Publishers
155 Sixth Avenue, 2nd floor, New York, NY 10013-1507
9783775735452, $60.00, www.artbook.com
Warhol's Queens isn't your usual Warhol catalog: it narrows the focus to Andy Warhol's portraits
of both royal queens and drag queens, offering a fine collection of images that will challenge
readers to re-define women's images, realities, and fashion. Essays by Hubertus Butin and others
compliment many eye-opening, startling works and provide historical and artistic precedent for
Warhol's approach and perspective. While the blend of royalty with drag queens may prove
startling to some, the result is a powerful volume highly recommended as a basic addition to any
Warhol collection and any an arts holding looking for different approaches to his art.
Thames & Hudson
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110-0017
www.thamesandhudsonusa.com
Martin Gayford's MAN WITH A BLUE SCARF: ON SITTING FOR A PORTRAIT BY
LUCIAN FREUD (9780500289716, $21.95) comes from an art critic who spent seven months
sitting for a portrait done by Lucian Freud, one of the finest figure painters of modern times. His
unique position resulted in a series of encounters and insights into Freud's work that incorporates
artistic and psychological perspectives, from a deeper understanding of what goes into an artist's
portrait to the underlying purposes and motivations of Freud. It's not a biography, but a series of
vignettes about the artist at work, and is a solid pick for any arts holding seeing popularity in
Lucian Freud's paintings. Stanislav Grof's BOOKS OF THE DEAD (9780500810583, $14.95)
comes from a psychiatrist who is founder of the field of transpersonal psychology, and provides a
fine survey of artistic representations of the dead and their relationship to psychology. Visions of
dying and research on human consciousness blend in a thought-provoking classic which is now
back in print in a new format, and available to new audiences and collections. ANGELS by Peter
Lamborn Wilson (9780500810583, $14.95) also adds to the 'Art & Imagination' series, this
documenting the figure of angels in art, folklore and literature and providing a satisfying
synthesis of religious and artistic representations of angels from various traditions, from Jewish
and Christian to Buddhist, Hindu and more. Over 120 illustrations (over 30 in color) add to a
survey filled with eye-catching insights, making this a top pick for any artistic collection.
The Fashion Shelf
Fifty Fashion Looks That Changed the 1980s
Design Museum, Paula Reed
Octopus Publishing
236 Park Avenue, New York NY 10017
9781840916263, $20.00, www.octopuspublishing.com
Fifty Fashion Looks That Changed the 1980s adds to the Design Museum's series and profiles
outfits from influential fashion designers and icons of the times, from Anna Wintour to Annie
Lennox and Princess Diana. Chapters provide colorful examples of outfits and trends while Paula
Reed's accompanying text provides history and artistic insights into the fashion design world.
Any interested in fashion history must have this addition to the series.
The Interior Design Shelf
Home
Orla Kiely
Octopus Publishing
236 Park Avenue, New York NY 10017
9781840916188, $34.99, www.octopusbooksusa.com
Home comes from an internationally famous designer who uses original graphics and motifs in a
home decor style that has won her fans around the world. Her first book Pattern displayed her
approach; Home features her own house and furthers the discussion of her ideas on using patterns
and color to turn a house into a home as well as a stylish work of art. Lovely discussions of
architecture, interiors, and themes in furniture and arrangements make for chapters that use Orla's
own home choices as the example for innovative thinking. Any home and garden or interior
design collection needs this approach.
The Christian Studies Shelf
Interpreting The Gospel Of John
Gary M. Burge
Baker Academic
c/o Baker Publishing Group
6030 East Fulton, Ada, MI 49301
www.bakerpublishinggroup.com
9780801048845, $21.99, www.amazon.com
The Gospel According to John, commonly referred to as the Gospel of John or simply John, is an
anonymous account of the public ministry of Jesus. It begins with the witness and affirmation of
John the Baptist and concludes with the death, burial, resurrection, and post-resurrection
appearances of Jesus. This account is fourth of the canonical gospels, after the synoptics
(Matthew, Mark and Luke), and is often referred to in New Testament scholarship as the Fourth
Gospel. "Interpreting the Gospel of John: A Practical Guide" by Gary M. Burge (Professor of
new Testament, Wheaton college) is a 240 page compendium providing students and general
readers with an informed and informative introduction that begins with a history of
interpretations and addresses the questions of who authored the Gospel of John, how the Gospel
of John is constructed, and describes the 'Johannine Style'. The remaining chapters are deftly
organized into two other main sections that include 'Strategies for Interpretation'; and 'Preaching
and Teaching from the Fourth Gospel'. Of special note is that each individual chapter has its own
bibliography. Superbly organized and presented, "Interpreting the Gospel of John: A Practical
Guide" truly lives up to the promise of its title and is highly recommended as a seminary or
Sunday School curriculum textbook and for personal, church, and community library Christian
Studies collections. It should be noted that "Interpreting the Gospel of John: A Practical Guide"
is also available in a Kindle edition ($12.49).
The Road to Assisi
Paul Sabatier
Paraclete Press
PO Box 1568, Orleans, MA 02653
www.paracletepress.com
9781612614632, $15.99, www.amazon.com
St. Francis of Assisi (1181/1182 - October 3, 1226) was an Italian Catholic friar and preacher. He
founded the men's Order of Friars Minor, the women's Order of St. Clare, and the Third Order of
Saint Francis for men and women not able to live the lives of itinerant preachers followed by the
early members of the Order of Friars Minor or the monastic lives of the Poor Clares. Though he
was never ordained to the Catholic priesthood, Francis is one of the most venerated religious
figures in history. A Protestant pastor in Strasbourg, Paul Sabatier (1858-1928) wrote "The Road
to Assisi" which was published in French in 1894 and was accounted the first modern biography
of St. Francis. Now with an introduction and annotation by Jon M. Sweeney, "The Road to
Assisi" is brought back into print in a 120th anniversary edition for the benefit of a new
generation of appreciative readers. "The Road to Assisi: The Essential Biography of St. Francis"
is ideal for the non-specialist general reader and would make a popular addition to seminary and
community library Christian Studies collections and supplemental reading lists.
The First New Testament
Jason D. BeDuhn
Polebridge Press
900 State Street, Salem, Oregon 97301-3922
www.polebridgepress.com
9781598151312, $29.00, www.amazon.com
Marcion of Sinope (c. 85 - c. 160) was a prominent bishop in early Christian movement. His
approach to Christian theology completely rejected the existence of deity described in the Jewish
Scriptures and in distinction affirmed the Father of Christ to be the true God. He was denounced
by the Church Fathers and he chose to separate himself from the Imperial Church. He is often
considered to have held a pivotal role in the development of the New Testament canon. "The
First New Testament: Marcion's Scriptural Canon" by Jason D. BeDuhn (Professor of the
Comparative Study of Religions, Northern Arizona University) is a comprehensive and
impressively documented scholarly study of Marcion's original compilation of sacred scriptures
which differs significantly from what was eventually canonized by the fourth century Nicene
Council at the behest of the Roman Emperor Constantine. Of special note is Professor BeDuhn's
commentary on the 'two-source' theory and the Q hypothesis. A work of seminal scholarship and
enhanced with the inclusion of extensive Chapter Notes, a Bibliography, and an Index, "The First
New Testament: Marcion's Scriptural Canon" is an essential contribution to personal and
academic library Christian Studies collections.
Joseph and the Gospel of Many Colors
Voddie Baucham Jr.
Crossway Books
1300 Crescent Street, Wheaton, IL 60187
9781433523731, $15.99, www.crossway.org
Joseph and the Gospel of Many Colors isn't just about the story of Joseph, who was sold into
slavery by his own brothers before he came into his powers, but surveys the real story which
centers around the lasting impact Joseph made in his world. Even Christians who have read and
studied this story will find this an exceptional analysis injecting accounts of the Savior and God's
purpose into the overall story of Joseph's life. From how faith is tested to Biblical passages that
offer parallels between Joseph and other figures of history, this is a powerful scholarly
examination that will appeal to many spiritual Christian students.
Orbis Books
PO Box 308, Maryknoll, NY 10545-0308
www.orbisbooks.com
Amy Hereford, CSJ'S RELIGIOUS LIFE AT THE CROSSROADS: A SCHOOL FOR
MYSTICS AND PROPHETS (9781626980488, $20.00) is for any Catholic or Christian
collection and considers the major movements in religious life today. It provides both a history of
religious life and ideas about the reinvention of religious life today, and reviews the idea that
community life leads to religious evolution. Chapters provide fine keys to understanding the
growth and change of successful religious structures and communities and make for an
exceptional survey for any spirituality collection. Mary Doak and Anita Houck edit
TRANSLATING RELIGION (9781626980181, $35.00), a Christian survey of Catholicism and
theology gathered in a peer-reviewed collection of original essays covering how faith and
traditions are affected by translations of language, cultural context and social issues. Chapters
cover specific methods of this translation process, considering how spirituality is represented and
changed. From liturgy and its applications to justice and different theologies, this is a scholarly
consideration suitable for any studious Christian collection.
The Sports Shelf
Human Kinetics Publishers, Inc.
PO Box 5076, Champaign, IL 61820-5076
www.humankinetics.com
Steve Cotter's KETTLEBELL TRAINING (9781450430111, $19.95) provides athletes with a
basic guide to setting goals and selecting exercises using the inexpensive kettlebell, and pairs
step-by-step directions with photo sequences and training ideas for nearly a hundred exercises
that can be done with kettlebells in the gym or at home. It comes from an expert who has trained
elite athletes as well as military members, and provides a series of programs and routines that
will appeal across the board to a range of athletes. All that's required for success is access to
kettlebells and this guide! Nancy Clark's SPORTS NUTRITION GUIDEBOOK
(9781450459938, $19.95) teaches how to make the right choices, whether at home or on the
road, and is a recommendation for athletes who are eating for an active lifestyle. From what to
eat before and during exercise to optimal recovery eating and how to incorporate these
requirements into family-friendly menus and dishes, this takes the latest research and blends in
practical applications. With its wider-ranging focus on a nutrition plan that fits not only sports
but one's overall lifestyle, this stands out from other titles on the topic. The third updated edition
of Suzanne Girard Eberle, MS, RDN, CSSD's ENDURANCE SPORTS NUTRITION
(9781450432153, $23.95) provides readers with a powerful guide to selecting foods and
supplements to train more quickly and achieve optimum performance, and comes fro ma sports
dietitian and former elite runner who incorporates all this information into a winning sports
program. This updated edition covers recommendations for vegetarian athletes and those with
food intolerances and includes profiles and advice from other endurance athletes, making this a
solid reference for any sports holding.
The Photography Shelf
Firmament: A Meditation on Place in Three Parts
Andrew Beckham
George F Thompson Publishing
c/o International Publishers Marketing
22841 Quicksilver Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
www.internationalpubmarket.com
09781938086137, $50.00, www.amazon.com
"Firmament: A Meditation on Place in Three Parts" is a 112 page compendium showcasing the
black-and-white photography of Andrew Beckham. This coffee table art book offers an
impressive series of images that lead to contemplation and imaginative interpretation as the
reader browses each 'picture portrait' photograph of nature's forms from the small and complex to
the sweeping and expansive. "Firmament: A Meditation on Place in Three Parts" documents
Andrew Beckham as a photographer with an artist's eye for form. Highly recommended,
especially for students of the photographic arts, "Firmament: A Meditation on Place in Three
Parts" would make an especially welcome and impressive community library Memorial Fund
acquisition.
Peace, Love and Pepper Spray
Amber Lyon
Whitman Publishing
4001 Helton Drive, Florence, Alabama, 35630
www.whitman.com
9780794838034, $29.95, www.amazon.com
"Peace, Love and Pepper Spray" is an impressive. 120 page compendium comprised of full color
photographs taken by photojournalist Amber Lyon and showcases incidents where American
citizens came together to protest the actions of the government, corporations, street violence, and
other social ills and evils of our day. Of special note are the chapters dedicated to 'Online Protest'
and 'Death of the Free Press. With contributions by journalists Dell Cameron and Nicole Powers,
photojournalist James Fassinger, and political cartoonist Carlos Latuff, and with informative
captioning and commentary by Amber Lyon of the images displayed, "Peace, Love and Pepper
Spray" is a remarkable documentation of American's in protest, making it highly recommended
for both community and academic library Photographic Studies and American History
collections.
Texas: Portrait Of A State
Laurence Parent
Graphic Arts Books
PO Box 56118, Portland, OR 97238-6118
www.graphicartsbooks.com
9780882409153, $19.99, www.amazon.com
Texas is the second most populous (after California) and the second-largest of the 50 states (after
Alaska) in the United States of America, and the largest state in the 48 contiguous United States.
Geographically located in the South Central part of the country, Texas shares an international
border with the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo Le¢n, and Tamaulipas to the
south and borders the U.S. states of New Mexico to the west, Oklahoma to the north, Arkansas to
the northeast, and Louisiana to the east. Texas has an area of 268,820 square miles (696,200
km2) and a growing population of 26.1 million residents. "Texas: Portrait Of A State" is a 112
page compendium showcasing Laurence Parent's beautiful, full color photographic images
displaying breathtakingly lovely features of the Texas landscapes and people. Of special note are
the informative captions that accompany each photograph. An impressive tribute to the Lone Star
State, "Texas: Portrait Of A State" is highly recommended for photography enthusiasts and
should be considered a 'must' for Texas community library collections. It should be noted that
"Texas: Portrait Of A State" is also available in a Kindle format ($9.99).
Humans of New York
Brandon Stanton
St. Martin's Press
175 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010
9781250038814, $29.99, www.stmartins.com
Humans of New York tells of the author's project to create a photographic census of New York
City, and follows the journey of a bonds trader who became a photographer and began crossing
the city on foot to document ordinary New Yorkers at challenging moments of their lives. He's
only been photographing for three and a half years, but his interactions with these city residents
were unique and inspirational and are here represented along with four hundred color photos and
new stories. Any interested in New York City culture, scenes, and people will find this a
compelling examination of the personalities and challenges that make up the Big Apple.
General-interest as well as photography and arts holdings - and, of course, those interested in
New York - will find this an exceptional presentation.
The Pets/Wildlife Shelf
The Cougar
Paula Wild
Douglas & McIntyre
2323 Quebec Street, Suite 201
Vancouver, BC, Canada, V5T 4S7
9781771620024 $34.95 www.douglas-mcintyre.com
Accessible to readers of all backgrounds, The Cougar: Beautiful, Wild and Dangerous is a
fascinating, fact-filled book about cougars, big cats also known as "pumas" or "mountain lions".
From myths about cougars, to cougars in captivity, to the natural role of the cougar in wild
ecology, and perhaps most crucial of all, how to defend oneself in case of a cougar attack, The
Cougar is a "must-read" for anyone who wants to know about this captivating yet potentially
deadly beasts - or for anyone who plans to visit, work, or live in cougar country! "...never turn
your back on a cougar, even if it appears not to see you. Make eye contact immediately and don't
break it; if you're wearing sunglasses, remove them. Staring at an animal is a powerful form of
aggression that informs it you are the dominant one. It's also important to remember that eye
contact between people and bears is totally different than eye contact between people and
cougars. Most bear attacks are defensive and eye contact should be avoided; the majority of
cougar attacks are predatory and eye contact is vital." Extensive cougar safety tips distinguish
this in-depth portrait of these fascinating animals, illustrated with a handful of vivid color
photographs. Highly recommended!
The Dog Trainer's Resource 3
Adrienne Hovey, editor
Dogwise Publishing
403 South Mission Street, Wenatchee WA 98801
www.dogwisepublishing.com
9781617811326, $24.95, www.amazon.com
Compiled and edited by Adrienne Hovey (owner of Fresh Start Dog Training, Philadelphia, PA)
is a 351 page compendium comprised of informed and informative articles drawn from the award
winning publication - 'The APDT Chronicle of the Dog'. The expert articles cover a variety of
pertinent issues ranging from canine emotions, running a dog training business, dealing with
aggressive dogs, evaluating statistical data on dog behavior, the use of professional dog training
protocols, and so much more. Informed, informative, practical, comprehensive, and thoroughly
'user friendly', "The Dog Trainer's Resource 3" is highly recommended for personal, professional,
community, and academic library instructional reference collections in canine care.
Complete Guide to Dog Grooming
Eve Adamson & Sandy Roth
T.F.H. Publications
1 TFH Plaza, Third & Union Avenue
Neptune City, NJ 07753
www.tfh.com
9780793837144, $24.95, www.amazon.com
Grooming is to clean and maintain the appearance of an animal. "Complete Guide to Dog
Grooming: Skills, Techniques, and Instructions for the Home Groomer" by dog care expert Eve
Adamson, and with the assistance of dog grooming shop owner Sandy Roth, is a profusely
illustrated, 255 page compendium covering every aspect of grooming dogs whatever their breed
may be. Organized into five distinctive sections (The Importance of Good Grooming; Grooming
Basics; Coat-Specific Grooming Guide; Grooming for Special Needs; and Getting Started in
Professional Grooming), "Complete Guide to Dog Grooming: Skills" is thoroughly 'user friendly'
and perfect for the non-specialist general reader wanting to learn how to take care of their pet
canine grooming themselves as well as anyone considering starting up their own dog grooming
service. Enhanced with the inclusion of a glossary, a list of resources, and an index, "Complete
Guide to Dog Grooming: Skills" is very strongly recommended for dog owners and community
library Pets/Wildlife instructional resource collections. It should be noted that "Complete Guide
to Dog Grooming" is also available in a Kindle edition ($10.09).
Animal Earth
Ross Piper
Thames and Hudson
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110-0017
9780500516966, $45.00, www.thamesandhudsonusa.com
ANIMAL EARTH: THE AMAZING DIVERSITY OF LIVING CREATURES examines the
largely undiscovered world of the living creatures who share the earth, and discusses the many
different evolutionary relationships between species and how they fit into the world. Animal
diversity, ecosystems, and interactions between all are covered in a title packed with over five
hundred color illustrations and details about the planet. The result is a powerful consideration
that will interest a range of collections; from those appealing to science and nature readers to
general-interest holdings where the book's colorful illustrations will attract attention.
Flying Blind
Don Mitchell
Chelsea Green Publishing Company
85 North Main Street, Suite 120
White River Junction, VT 05001
9781603585200, $24.95, www.chelseagreen.com
FLYING BLIND: ONE MAN'S ADVENTURES BATTLING BUCKTHORN, MAKING
PEACE WITH AUTHORITY, AND CREATING A HOME FOR ENDANGERED BATS
comes from a college professor and novelist who was approached by a biologist to track
endangered Indiana bats on his 150-acre Vermont farm. At the time his relationship with both
bats and government entities was dubious, but as he came to learn more about the species and
threats to their lives, he became more immersed in the 'flying rats', their dilemma, and how he
could change his land to invite them in. There are relatively few bat books on the market and
none with this perspective, charting the changes experienced by one man who changed from
disliking them to protecting them. Any with an interest in bats will thus find this a rare,
exceptional read!
The Biography Shelf
Andrew Jackson, Southerner
Mark R. Cheathem
Louisiana State University Press
3990 W. Lakeshore Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
http://lsupress.org
978080715086-6, $39.95, www.amazon.com
Andrew Jackson (March 15, 1767 - June 8, 1845) was the seventh President of the United States
(1829 - 1837). Based in frontier Tennessee, Jackson was a politician and army general who
defeated the Creek Indians at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend (1814), and the British at the Battle
of New Orleans (1815). A polarizing figure who dominated the Second Party System in the
1820s and 1830s, as president he dismantled the Second Bank of the United States and initiated
forced relocation and resettlement of Native American tribes from the Southeast to west of the
Mississippi River. His enthusiastic followers created the modern Democratic Party. The 1830 -
1850 period later became known as the era of Jacksonian democracy. The newest edition to the
outstanding Louisiana State University Press 'Southern Biography' series, "Andrew Jackson,
Southerner" by Mark R. Cheathem (Associate Professor of History, Cumberland University,
Lebanon, Tennessee) is a superbly researched and deftly written 306 page scholarly biography
that sheds new light on long held impressions of a remarkable man who impacted the lives of
those around him and the future of a fledgling democracy. Informed and informative, "Andrew
Jackson, Southerner" is enhanced with extensive notations, an impressive bibliography, and a
comprehensive index. Very highly recommended for Jacksonian Studies reading lists and
community library American Biography collections, it should also be noted that "Andrew
Jackson, Southerner" is also available in a Kindle edition ($9.99).
Tennyson: To Strive, To Seek, To Find
John Batchelor
Pegasus Books
80 Broad Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10004
www.pegasusbooks.us
9781605984902, $35.00, www.amazon.com
Alfred Tennyson, 1st Baron Tennyson, FRS (6 August 1809 - 6 October 1892) was Poet Laureate
of Great Britain and Ireland during much of Queen Victoria's reign and remains one of the most
popular British poets. Tennyson excelled at penning short lyrics, such as "Break, Break, Break",
"The Charge of the Light Brigade", "Tears, Idle Tears" and "Crossing the Bar". Much of his verse
was based on classical mythological themes, such as Ulysses, although In Memoriam A.H.H. was
written to commemorate his best friend Arthur Hallam, a fellow poet and fellow student at
Trinity College, Cambridge, who was engaged to Tennyson's sister, but died from a brain
haemorrhage before they could marry. Tennyson also wrote some notable blank verse including
Idylls of the King, "Ulysses", and "Tithonus". During his career, Tennyson attempted drama, but
his plays enjoyed little success. A number of phrases from Tennyson's work have become
commonplaces of the English language, including "Nature, red in tooth and claw", "'Tis better to
have loved and lost / Than never to have loved at all", "Theirs not to reason why, / Theirs but to
do and die", "My strength is as the strength of ten, / Because my heart is pure", "To strive, to
seek, to find, and not to yield", "Knowledge comes, but Wisdom lingers", and "The old order
changeth, yielding place to new". He is the ninth most frequently quoted writer in The Oxford
Dictionary of Quotations. "Tennyson: To Strive, To Seek, To Find" by academician John
Batchelor (Emeritus Professor, University of Newcastle) is a 448 page biography that is
informed, informative, and will admirable serve students of Tennyson's work, as well as
non-specialist general readers with an interest in Tennyson's colorful life and impressive
accomplishments. Enhanced with 41 illustrations, an Epilogue (The poety and the pageant,
1892), an extensive bibliography, extensive notes, and a comprehensive index, "Tennyson: To
Strive, To Seek, To Find" is highly recommended for personal, community, and academic library
19th Century Biography collections. It should be noted that "Tennyson: To Strive, To Seek, To
Find" is also available in a Kindle edition ($9.99).
Carol and John Steinbeck: Portrait of a Marriage
Susan Shillinglaw
University of Nevada Press
Mail Stop 0166, Reno, NV, 89557-0166
www.unpress.nevada.edu
9780874179309, $34.95, www.amazon.com
John Ernst Steinbeck, Jr. (February 27, 1902 - December 20, 1968) was an American writer. He
is widely known for the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Grapes of Wrath (1939), East of Eden
(1952) and the novella Of Mice and Men (1937). As the author of twenty-seven books, including
sixteen novels, six non-fiction books, and five collections of short stories, Steinbeck received the
Nobel Prize for Literature in 1962. Carol Janella Henning Steinbeck was his first wife. Their
time together during the 1930s saw the launch of what would be his award winning literary
career. "Carol and John Steinbeck: Portrait of a Marriage" is essentially a biography of their time
together from their first meeting in 1929, to their marrying in 1931, until their divorce in 1941.
Informed and informative, "Carol and John Steinbeck: Portrait of a Marriage" is a masterpiece of
biographical research by an author whose is clearly a seasoned expert in John Steinbeck's life and
work. Enhanced with the inclusion of illustrations, notes, a selected bibliography, and an index,
"Carol and John Steinbeck: Portrait of a Marriage" is a strongly recommended addition to
community and academic library collections.
The Last Monk Of Tibhirine
Freddy Derwahl
Paraclete Press
PO Box 1568, Orleans, MA 02653
www.paracletepress.com
9781612613741, $21.99, www.amazon.com
"The Last Monk of Tibhirine: A True Story of Martyrdom, Faith, and Survival" by German
journalist and author Freddy Derwahl is the true story of the Cirstercian monk Jean-Pierre
Schumacher, the last surviving member of a Trappist monastic community, which was kidnapped
and killed in Algeria in March of 1996. An impressively informative, 224 page biography, "The
Last Monk of Tibhirine: A True Story of Martyrdom, Faith, and Survival" is a compelling read
and very strongly recommended reading for Christians of all denominational affiliations. Of
special note are the sections of full color photography and the brief two page addendum 'About
the Trappists'. It should be noted that "The Last Monk of Tibhirine: A True Story of Martyrdom,
Faith, and Survival" is also available in a Kindle edition ($14.95).
Eilean Giblin: A Feminist Between the Wars
Patricia Clarke
Monash University Publishing
c/o International Specialized Book Services
920 Northeast 58th Avenue, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97213
9781921867842 $34.95 www.isbs.com
Eilean Giblin: A Feminist Between the Wars is the biography of a twentieth-century woman who
championed equal rights for both genders, as well as other humanitarian causes. A war bride who
traveled from England to Australia in 1919, she was a prominent figure in Australia's sufferage
movement, left-wing politics, the crusade for "equal citizenship", and a Melbourne committe
dedicated to creating a non-denominational women's college. During World War II, she was an
outspoken member of a minority concerned about the fate of enemy aliens, many of them Jewish,
deported form Britain on the ship Dunera; she personally embarked on a solo 500 kilometer
voyage to witness their internment camp conditions for herself. An incredible true story of one
woman's persistence and determination to leave the world a better place than she found it, Eilean
Giblin is highly recommended especially for high school, college, and public library
collections.
Brigadier General John Adams, CSA
Leslie R. Tucker
McFarland & Company
PO Box 611, Jefferson NC 28640
www.mcfarlandpub.com
9780786474844, $35.00, www.amazon.com
John Adams (July 1, 1825 - November 30, 1864) was an officer in the United States Army. With
the onset of the American Civil War, he resigned his commission and joined the Confederate
States Army, rising to the rank of brigadier general before being killed in action. "Brigadier
General John Adams, CSA" by Leslie R. Tucker is a 148 page biography that showcases the life
and Civil War accomplishments of one of the south's most effective general officers. Detailed,
documented, impressively well written, featuring chapter notes and an extensive bibliography,
"Brigadier General John Adams, CSA" is informed, informative, and a highly recommended
addition to academic library Civil War Studies reference collections and supplemental reading
lists.
Remembering Bulldog Turner
Michael Barr
Texas Tech University Press
PO Box 41037, Lubbock, TX 79409-1037
www.ttupress.org
9780896728271, $29.95, www.amazon.com
Clyde Douglas "Bulldog" Turner (March 10, 1919 - October 30, 1998) was a professional
football player for the Chicago Bears. Turner, coming out of Hardin-Simmons University, was
the Bears first round draft pick in the 1940 draft. But, at first at least, Turner didn't want to be on
the Bears. It turned out that the Detroit Lions' owner paid him $200 to "get his teeth fixed" and
turn down other teams proposals. The Detroit Lions were fined $5000 for tampering, and the
Chicago Bears got a great two-way player. Clyde "Bulldog" Turner was big for his day (6-2,
235); however, he was smart and very fast. A six time all-pro center, and a steady linebacker,
Turner intercepted 4 passes in 5 NFL title games. In 1942, he led the league in interceptions. He
said that he studied all 11 assignments for all plays, which came in handy when some players
were ejected for fighting one game in '43. Teammate George Musso once said of Bulldog, "Who
knows what kind of player he would have been if he ever got to rest during a game?" Turner
served as head coach for the 1962 season of the New York Titans (now the New York Jets) of the
American Football League. Under his leadership, the team finished last in the Eastern
Conference with a 5-9 record. "Remembering Bulldog Turner: Unsung Monster of the Midway"
by Michael Barr is a superbly researched and written 240 page biography of this remarkable
athlete. Informed and informative, "Remembering Bulldog Turner: Unsung Monster of the
Midway" is highly recommended reading for anyone with an interest in football history and
would make a welcome addition to community library collections. It should be noted that
"Remembering Bulldog Turner: Unsung Monster of the Midway" is also available in a Kindle
edition ($18.59).
Machiavelli: A Renaissance Life
Joseph Markulin
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2197
9781616148058, $21.95, www.prometheusbooks.com
Machiavelli: A Renaissance Life provides a fine survey of Machiavelli's life, bringing to life the
adventure story and all its nuances and telling about a man who associated with some of the
Renaissance era's greatest political figures, and who was imprisoned and eventually abandoned -
but, in turn, did not abandon his campaign against tyranny and corruption. Florentine
Renaissance era politics comes alive in this gripping saga that recreates not just Machiavelli's
life, but his entire world. A 'must' for history as well as biography holdings.
The Theatre/Cinema/TV Shelf
Applause Books
c/o Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing Group
19 West 21st Street, Suite 201, New York, NY 10010
www.halleonard.com, www.applausebooks.com
John Kenneth Muir's HORROR FILMS FAQ: ALL THAT'S LEFT TO KNOW ABOUT
SLASHERS, VAMPIRES, ZOMBIES, ALIENS, AND MORE (9781557839503, $22.99)
provides a fine guide to different categories and eras of horror film making and is a fine
combination of history and reviews of these films. From women's liberation horrors of the 1970s
to serial killers and human terrors, this covers various subgenres of horror film and probes what
these formats mean. Chapters discuss films that are part of these subgenres and focus on many
films that have not received much previous attention by movie critics. Any interested in the
horror genre will find this a fine analysis. J.V. Mercanti's IN PERFORMANCE
(9781480331570, $18.99) is a pick for any collection strong in acting and auditioning, and comes
from a working teacher and director who provides young people new to auditioning with a
review of the process. It provides a set of monologs designed to improve acting skills as well as
serve as material for auditions. From matching the best monolog to the best acting style to
understanding the dynamics of performance, this is a fine choice for any aspiring young actor
looking for monologs to practice.
The Comix/Graphic Novel Shelf
Squared Away
G. B. Trudeau
Andrews & McMeel
1130 Walnut Street
Kansas City, MO 64106-2109
9781449430580 $25.00 www.andrewsmcmeel.com
Squared Away: A Doonesbury Book by G.B. Trudeau is the latest anthology of political satire
and slice-of-life comic strips from the decades old newspaper comic series. All strips are
presented in full color, even the many weekday strips, and they touch upon mundane to bizarre to
all-too-unfortunately-real modern events. Trudeau is especially mindful of the ongoing sacrifice
of America's soldiers in Afghanistan, as exemplified by one strip featuring the questionably
ethical Roland Hedley, working as a Fox News reporter in a war zone: "'Not getting what I
need... Think, man! What would Geraldo do?' 'Hey... are you that reporter who was tweeting on
patrol?' 'Why, yes. Yes, I am, son.' 'What were you thinking, dude? A cell gives away position!
You could have gotten the whole team blown up! You're like freakin' Geraldo, man!' 'Oh...
thanks.'" Other topics covered mentioned include a disturbing breakdown of the harrowing
statistics about sexual harassment and assault of female military members, the dismally low
graduation rates of for-profit colleges, the return of "Jimmy Crow" (a disturbingly
anthropomorphic crow who symbolizes the resurgence of laws reminiscent of the racist Jim
Crow era) in the form of voter registration laws projected to depress African-American turnout at
the polls, and more. The centerpiece of the "soap opera" side of the comic story is the marriage of
Alex Doonesbury to war veteran Leo "Toggle" DeLuca. Squared Away can be sentimental when
it's not delivering hard-hitting insights into the dark sides of war and politics, yet always
maintains Trudeau's characteristic wry twist when chronicling the most serious of issues. Highly
recommended for both personal and public library collections!
The Audiobook Shelf
Great Men and Women in the History of Medicine
David Angus, author
Benjamin Soames, narrator
Naxos of America, Inc.
1810 Columbia Avenue, Suite 28
Franklin, TN 37064
9781843796909 $17.98 www.naxosaudiobooks.com
Part of Naxos' "Junior Classics" series of unabridged audiobooks accessible to listeners of all
ages, Great Men and Women in the History of Medicine tells the eye-opening true stories of
trailblazers who advanced the science of healing the sick and injured. From Hippocrates of
Ancient Greece, whose principled oath remains an integral part of medical practice to this day, to
medieval abbess Hildegard of Bingen, Arabs Ibn Sina and Al-Razi, Renaissance scholar of
anatomy Andreas Vesalius, Edward Jenner (known as "the father of immunology" for his
inventions of inoculation and the smallpox vaccine) and many more, Great Men and Women in
the History of Medicine examines a wide array of dedicated individuals whose work has saved
countless lives through the centuries. Highly recommended, especially for public library
audiobook collections. 2 CDs, 2 hours 38 min.
The Butler: A Witness to History
Wil Haygood, author
Read by David Oyelowo, Forest Whitaker & Oprah Winfrey
Audioworks
c/o Simon & Schuster Audio
1230 Avenue of the Americas, 12th floor
New York, NY 10020
9781442368958 $14.99 http://audio.simonandschuster.com
A true story that has inspired a major motion picture (one can learn more at ButlerMovie.com),
The Butler: A Witness to History is an unabridged, nonfiction audiobook about Eugene Allen, a
butler who has dutifully served eight presidents from Harry Truman to Ronald Reagan.
Washington Post writer Wil Haygood deliberately tracked Allen down and interviewed him on
the cusp of President Obama's electoral victory in 2008. Twenty-first century America has
changed so dramatically that the election of a black president, once unthinkable, has become
reality; only a few generations ago, widespread segregation and discrimination would have made
Obama's historic victory impossible. The Butler explores the insights of a man who lived and
worked near the center of power for decades, and watched history in the making even as he
served tea and supervised buffets. A foreword by Academy Award-nominated director Lee
Daniels and an essay by Wil Haygood about the history of black people in film and Hollywood,
read by David Oyelowo and Oprah Winfrey, round out this highly recommended selection for for
public and college library audiobook shelves. 2 CDs, 2 1/2 hours.
Japan 1941: Countdown to Infamy
Eri Hotta, author
Laural Merlington, narrator
Tantor Media, Inc.
2 Business Park Road, Unit 2
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
9781452616773 $39.99 www.tantor.com
Japan 1941: Countdown to Infamy is the unabridged audiobook rendition of international
relations expert Eri Hotta's heavily researched and detailed answer to a critical World War II
question. Why did Japan bomb Pearl Harbor, knowing that it would rouse the American
"sleeping dragon", and start a war that Japan lacked the manpower and resources to win? Japan
1941 is more about Japan's internal politics than its military campaigns, as it reveals a culture in
which those preferred peace - in fact, those who were rightfully convinced that war with America
would bring disaster - could not or would not speak up, whether out of fear of reprisal, social
pressures to save face, or nationalistic pride. Incompetence and a vacuum of political will fed
into a situation where the most zealous of deluded war hawks had the final say. Extensive notes
round out this heavily researched, throughly fascinating, and highly recommended look into how
a nation's own military and political polices can ultimately turn self-destructive. 11 CDs, 13.5
hours.
18 Hours
Sandra Lee, author
Michael Carmen, narrator
Brilliance Corporation
PO Box 887
Grand Haven, MI 49417
9781743180839 $54.97 www.brillianceaudio.com
18 Hours is the unabridged audiobook adaptation of SAS war hero Jock Wallace's true-life
struggle to survive in Afghanistan. At the beginning of the American-led Operation Anaconda, a
US-led military outing to drive al Qaeda and the Taliban from the Shahi Kot Valley in
Afghanistan, Jock and his company drew far heavier fire than intelligence reports led them to
believe the enemy capable of. For eighteen hours, Jock and his men stretched every resource they
had to survive - fighting off the enemy, rescuing the wounded, calling in air support, and keeping
their base informed no matter how dire the situation. A gripping tale of bravery, will, and duty,
18 hours is highly recommended especially for public library audiobook collections. 9 CDs, 9
hours 35 min.
A Palace of Strangers Is No City
Stephen Frech, poetry
Leos Janacek, piano compositions
Chung-Ha Kim, piano performance
Privately Published
www.stephenfrech.com
$9.99 CD-RP / $9.99 download www.cdbaby.com
A Palace of Strangers Is No City is a unique audiobook on CD, which alternates between the
narrative of a prose poem and piano performances of excerpts from Czech composer Leos
Janacek's "On An Overgrown Path". The poetic story follows two lovers separated by the severity
of an occupied city; the fiance has barely escaped an oppressive, random arrest, and winds his
way amid the jumble of Old Town streets on the way to his true love's home, ever fearful of
sudden betrayal or capture. Dreamlike yet suspenseful, and heightened by the powerful musical
interludes superbly performed by Chung-Ha Kim, A Palace of Strangers Is No City is an eclectic,
unforgettable fusion. Highly recommended.
The Silvered
Tanya Huff, author
Dee Macaluso, narrator
Brilliance Corporation
PO Box 887
Grand Haven, MI 49417
9781480569126 $19.99 www.brillianceaudio.com
The Silvered is the unabridged audiobook rendition of renowned fantasy author Tanya Huff's
epic saga of war, magic, and werewolves. A dire prophecy about an unborn child linked to the
fate of empires has induced Emperor Leopold to invade the kingdom of Aydori, a land ruled two
packs of werewolves - one skilled at hunting, the other at the six disciplines of magic. The
empire has brought its own powerful magic and deadly weapons to capture five high-ranking
pregnant women of the Mage-pack, including the wife of the Pack Leader. Their desperate search
for a sixth led them to seize Mirian Maylin, who was rejected from the mages' university for
being a jack of all magecrafts (and master of none). With the aid of the Pack Leader's younger
brother Tomas Hagen, Mirian escapes, but what hope do the werewolf survivors have against an
army supported by hot air balloons, long range rockets, and guns that shoot lethal silver bullets?
Breathtaking in scope, The Silvered is highly recommended especially for fans of high fantasy.
17 CDs, 20 hours 39 min.
Scissors: A Novel
Stephane Michaka, author
John Cullen, translator
Read by Lloyd James, Kathe Mazur, Scott Brick, and Hillary Huber
Blackstone Audiobooks
PO Box 969
Ashland, OR 97520
9781482914696 $24.95 www.BlackstoneAudio.com
Superbly translated from the original French, Scissors: A Novel is an unabridged audiobook
based on legendary short story author Raymond Carver's final ten years. Raymond's life has been
rollicking range of ups and downs; his first marriage was charged, intense, and ultimately a
disaster. His second marriage to the poet Joanne seems to fare better. But Raymond is locked in a
battle of wills with his editor Douglas; Raymond wants to see his stories published as written,
while Douglas demands that they be released only in heavily edited form. Joanne finally takes a
stand for her husband, confronting Douglas in a most unforgettable manner! Wry, vivid, and
insightful, Scissors is a truly unique portrayal of the ups and downs of creativity. 5 CDs, 5 1/2
hours.
Darkness Everlasting
Alexandra Ivey
Tantor Media, Inc.
2 Business Park Road, Unit 2
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
www.tantor.com
9781452615059, $39.99, www.amazon.com
The third title in Alexandra Ivey's outstanding 'Guardians of Eternity' series and is the story of
Darcy Smith's strange genetic legacy, a handsome vampire king called Styx, a handsome
werewolf king called Salvatore Giuliani, and a roster of memorable characters ranging from an
insubordinate gargoyle, a congenial goddess, a practical vampire second-in-command, and a
werewolf mother that not even her daughter could love. Superbly narrated by Arika Rapson,
"Darkness Everlasting" is a complete, unabridged, 9 CD audio book that provides 10.5 hours of
true 'theatre of the mind' listening pleasure. Highly recommended for community library audio
book collections, "Darkness Everlasting" will motivate appreciative listeners to seek out the other
audio book editions of the 'Guardians of Eternity' series from Tantor Media including: "Embrace
The Darkness"; "Beyond The Darkness"; "Bound By Darkness"; "Darkness Revealed";
"Darkness Unleashed"; "Devoured By Darkness"; "Fear The Darkness"; and the first title in this
wonderfully crafted series, "When Darkness Comes".
Even Vampires Get The Blues
Katie Macalister, author
Carrington MacDuffie,narrator
Tantor Media, Inc.
2 Business Park Road, Unit 2
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
9781452615943, $39.99, www.tantor.com
In "Even Vampires Get The Blues", author Katie Macaliter creates a roster of truly memorable
characters that includes vampires, ghosts, poltergeists, seers, demons, Chinese gods, an immortal
flower eating fairy that insists the she's not a fairy but a lingerie model, and a heroine that is half
human, half elf. With great humor and occasional erotic encounters, "Even Vampires Get The
Blues" is superbly narrated by Carrington MacDuffie who transforms Katie Macalister's original
novel into a true 'theatre of the mind' experience for the listener. Wonderfully entertaining from
beginning to end, "Even Vampires Get The Blues" is a complete, unabridged, 8 CD, 9 hour,
flawlessly produced audio book that will prove to be an enduringly popular addition to
community library collections.
The Lonely Silver Rain
John D. MacDonald, author
Robert Petkoff, narrator
Brilliance Corporation
PO Box 887
Grand Haven, MI 49417
9781480532717 $14.99 www.brillianceaudio.com
The Lonely Silver Rain is the unabridged audiobook adaptation of a dark and violent thriller
about a Florida boat salvager in way over his head. Travis McGee is very much in need of money
when he accepts an offer to locate a $700,000 custom cruiser. But the yacht he finds turns out to
be a killing zone! Caught in the center of an international cocaine ring, McGee is in desperate
straits; can he survive drug runners, boatjackers, and the mysterious machinations of a tycoon's
manipulative wife? Exciting to the end, The Lonely Silver Rain will appeal to connoisseurs of
mystery, suspense, and white-hot action.
Sleepyhead
Mark Billingham, author
Simon Prebble, narrator
Highbridge Audio Books
201 Sixth Street SE, Suite 220
Minneapolis, MN 55414
9781622312870 $34.95 www.highbridgeaudio.com
Sleepyhead: A Tom Thorne Novel is the unabridged audiobook adaptation of a harrowing thriller
by widely popular British crime novelist Mark Billingham. Detective Inspector Tom Thorne is
pitted against a killer capable of inducing a stroke in human beings by manipulating pressure
points on the neck. His latest victim is a woman who can see, hear, and feel, but cannot move or
communicate. How is he to find a ruthless monster, when the one person who knows the fiend
can neither speak nor write? Intense to the very end, Sleepyhead will captivate fans of the genre!
9 CDs, 10 1/2 hours.
Galaxy Press
7051 Hollywood Boulevard, Suite 200
Hollywood, CA 90028
www.galaxypress.com
Pulp magazines (often referred to as "the pulps") are inexpensive fiction magazines published
from 1896 through the 1950s. The typical pulp magazine was 7 inches (18 cm) wide by 10 inches
(25 cm) high, 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) thick, and 128 pages long. Pulps were printed on cheap paper
with ragged, untrimmed edges. The term pulp derives from the cheap wood pulp paper on which
the magazines were printed. Magazines printed on higher quality paper were called "glossies" or
"slicks". In their first decades, pulps were most often priced at ten cents per magazine, while
competing slicks were 25 cents apiece. Pulps were the successor to the penny dreadfuls, dime
novels, and short fiction magazines of the 19th century. Although many respected writers wrote
for pulps, the magazines are best remembered for their lurid and exploitative stories and
sensational cover art. Modern superhero comic books are sometimes considered descendants of
"hero pulps"; pulp magazines often featured illustrated novel-length stories of heroic characters,
such as The Shadow, Doc Savage and The Phantom Detective. Today we can get a vivid sense of
what pulp fiction was all about through the superbly performed and produced audio book from
Galaxy Press and showcasing the pulp fiction writing of L. Ron Hubbard. Three particularly
outstanding examples are "The Sky-Crasher" (9781592123672, $9.95) which also features an
additional short story 'Boomerang Bomber'; "Destiny's Drum" (9781592122936, $9.95); and
"The Trail Of The Red Diamonds" (9781592123261, $9.95) which also includes the short story
'Hurricane's Roar". The hallmark of all Galaxy Press audio book is the employment of a talented
multicast performance deftly augmented with sound effects and music. The result is the creation
of a true, pulp fiction, theater of the mind experience of high adventure and non-stop action.
Highly recommended for both personal and community library audio book collections, for a
complete listing of Galaxy Press audio book titles visit their web site at
www.galaxypress.com
Highbridge Audio Books
201 Sixth Street SE, Suite 220
Minneapolis, MN 55414
www.highbridgeaudio.com
Philip Caputo's THE LONGEST ROAD: OVERLAND IN SEARCH OF AMERICA, FROM
KEY WEST TO THE ARCTICE OCEAN (9781622311958, $36.95) offers a journey across
America with an Airstream in tow, asking ordinary Americans what forces unite or divide the
nation. The result moves from the Alaskan coast to Key West, surveys cultures ranging from
Eskimo to Cuban, and considers the melting pot of the nation. His journey, narrated by Pete
Larkin, comes to life in a fine audio highly recommended for any who love either travel
narratives or stories about America. Garrison Keillor's LAKE WOBEGON FAMILY REUNION:
SELECTED STORIES (9781622312931, $29.95) provides a fine selection of 19 monologues
picked from over 15 previously released collections and 40 years of the radio drama show, and is
a fine pick recommended especially for newcomers to Prairie Home Companion. From patriotic
observations to comments on family relationships, country living, and cultural ironies, this is
packed with whimsical and revealing observations, perfect for any who want a solid introduction
to the variety and comedy of Prairie Home Companion's radio monologues.
I Am Malala
Malala Yousafzai with Christina Lamb
Hachette Audio
237 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10017
9781478979784, $30.00, www.hachetteaudio.com
I AM MALALA: THE GIRL WHO STOOD UP FOR EDUCATION AND WAS SHOT BY
THE TALIBAN is a powerful account narrated by Emmy award-winning reader Archie Panjabi,
who brings to life this story of a young girl's experience, a family changed by global terrorism
and the battle for girls' education, and how Malala came to become the figurehead for evolving
battles. With its inspirational and vivid account of her activism, shooting and recovery process,
this is an inspirational listen that comes to life in a vivid audio saga highly recommended for any
general audio collection.
The Library CD Shelf
Mearra - Selkie from the Sea
Linda Marie Smith
Privately Published
c/o Waldmania!
130 Maywood Drive
San Francisco, CA 94127
$15.00 www.lindamsmith.com
Mearra - Selkie from the Sea is an original music album with a powerful underlying story. The
chronicle follows Mearra, a young Selkie maiden who falls in love with a lonely human
fisherman. They marry, start a family, and enjoy a happy life together - but a Selkie can only
remain on land for seven years. When time is up, the sea calls Mearra back to its watery embrace.
Haunting and heartrending, Mearra - Selkie from the Sea is highly recommended. The tracks are
"Ian's Song", "Mearra", "All This and More", "Water Green ~ Blue Sky", "Heaven Knows",
"Seals of Silver and Gold", "Surrender to the Sea", "I Would Lose You", "One More Kiss",
"Come with Me", and "To Be With You".
Gipsy Manifesto
Boban & Marko Markovic Orchestra
www.boban-and-marko-markovic.com
Piranha Musik Berlin
www.piranha.de
c/o Rock Paper Scissors (publicity)
511 West 4th Street, Suite 2
Bloomington, IN 47404
www.rockpaperscissors.biz
$9.99 CD / $8.99 MP3 www.amazon.com
Globally recognized, award-winning father-and-son trumpet duo Boban and Marko Markovic
present Gipsy Manifesto, their latest studio album of Balkan brass music. In addition to horns
and marching drums, Gipsy Manifesto draws upon guitar, accordion, piano, and drum kit to
enrich its already enthusiastic, march-to-the-beat music. An absolute "must-hear" for anyone with
an interest in Balkan brass! The tracks are "Beautiful Girl", "Turbo Diesel", "Balkan Caravan",
"Boom Bang", "Disco Mayhem", "Chocolate", "Gipsy Life", "Wild Horse", "Trumpet and Man",
"Gipsy House", "Whistle", "From Han to Cannes", "Funky Girl", "African Pepper", "Boban's
Fairytale" and "Remix (Radio Edit)".
Portal
Akasa
www.akasasound.com
Sky Children Media, LLC
c/o The Creative Service Company
4360 Emerald Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
www.thecreativeservicecompany.com
$8.99 MP3 www.amazon.com
New age/world fusion singer and songwriter Akasa (with contributions from Morris Hayes, Nick
Michaels, Aaron Stern & Shenkar) presents Portal, a music album of far-reaching beauty,
performed with nigh-mystic gentleness. Lyrics range from English to Native American to Arabic
and Latin; translations are provided on the inner CD case. Forgiveness, healing, and love
permeate this uplifting collection, highly recommended for connoisseurs of the genre. The tracks
are "Return to Our Innocence" (4:25), "Ameno Amen" (4:23), "Sahara Rising" (4:33), "Diamond
Core" (4:29), "Hero's Journey" (3:57), "Sky Children" (4:56), "Alba Rosa" (5:52), "Paradise
Reborn" (4:11), "Let Us Be" (4:13), "Memory of My Star" (4:28), "Ave Maria" (5:24), and
"Magic of Your Love" (4:37).
Spark: A Burning Man Story Day + Night
Produced by Catherine Enny
Privately Published
c/o Magnum PR
7 E. 35th Street, Suite 2G
New York, NY 10016
SparkPictures.com
$18.98 www.amazon.com
Created by a broad diversity of performers, Spark: A Burning Man Story Day + Night is a 2-CD
album of music from and inspired by the film "Spark", about the week-long Burning Man annual
event in the Nevada desert. Named after its symbolic fiery effigy, the Burning Man event
celebrates art, community, self-expression, and self-reliance, and passion for life. Spark: A
Burning Man Story embodies the essence of this extraordinary gathering in its bold, striking
songs that inspire the listener to reach out, create, and communicate. Highly recommended! The
tracks are "Feel The Love" (3:40), "Heroes" (3:53), "Coastal Brake" (5:34), "The Event" (2:08),
"Dubstep Dark" (2:24), "Let It Go", (3:42), "We Ride" (3:09), "Man On Fire" (4:16), "Wave"
(3:31), "Going To The Desert" (8:09), "In My Mind" (4:14), and "Quietly Happy" (1:40) on disc
1, Day; "Flutes (Sasha Remix)" (9:34), "Running" (9:01), "Let It Go (Stanton Warriors Remix)"
(5:00), "Time" (8:10), "Summit" (7:45), "Express Yourself" (4:40), "One Type Of Dark (Ta-Ku
Remix)" (3:03), "Man On Fire (Adam Freeland Remix)" (8:04), "Principles" (6:58), "Scorpion
Frog" (7:59), "Clubbing" (5:50), and "Promised Land" (3:38) on disc 2, Night.
Back to the Woods
Uri Sharlin and the DogCat Ensemble
Folk Dune Records
c/o Naxos of America, Inc. (distribution)
1810 Columbia Avenue, Suite 28, Franklin, TN 37064
c/o Rock Paper Scissors (publicity)
511 West 4th Street, Suite 2, Bloomington, IN 47404
www.rockpaperscissors.biz
$16.98 CD / $8.91 MP3 www.amazon.com
The debut music CD of Tel Aviv native Uri Sharlin and the DogCat Ensemble, Back to the
Woods features guitar, accordion, percussion, and woodwind in a grand soiree, featuring mostly
original works plus DogCat Ensemble's unique performance of Brazilian composer Hermeto
Pascoal's "Dia #342". Memories of Brazil permeate this bold, vibrant performance,
enthusiastically recommended to connoisseurs of unique and distinctive music. The tracks are
"Night Swim", "Monte Verde", "One for Frankie", "Dia #342", "The Real Dogcat", "Mundau by
Day", "Mundau by Night", "Don Quixote", and "Baiao".
Dreaming Time
Forrest Smithson
Privately Published
c/o The Creative Service Company
4360 Emerald Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
www.thecreativeservicecompany.com
$12.97 CD / $9.99 download cdbaby.com
Dreaming Time is an instrumental, new age album divided into four grand compositions, crafted
with synthesizers to emulate the rich interplay of an orchestra. Each track is complex and
resonates on multiple levels, yet the effect of the whole aids the listener is reaching a meditative
sense of wonder. Evocative in its beautiful explorations, Dreaming Time is a treasure that
deserves to be experienced, especially as an uplifting antidote to the pressures of daily life. The
tracks are "Dreaming Time I" (24:58), "Dreaming Time II" (18:24), "Dreaming Time III" (15:12)
and "Dreaming Time IV" (17:24).
Soundtrack to Life
Cosmo Frequency
cosmofrequency.com
Good Moves Music
c/o The Creative Service Company
4360 Emerald Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
www.thecreativeservicecompany.com
$12.99 CD-RP / $9.99 download www.cdbaby.com
Keyboardists and tech-specialists Paul Martinson and Brent Vincent, along with vocalist Lisa
Wegener, craft their unique style of new age music as "Cosmo Frequency" in their album
Soundtrack to Life. Instruments ranging from the Native American flute to drums, bass, electric
guitars, piano, and percussion complement one another in this audio search for quintessential
understanding of one's own place in the cosmic scheme of things. Strong, pulsing rhythms
underscore Soundtrack to Life, an album that reflects the beautiful, fascinating, and inspirational
qualities of life itself. The tracks are "Within the Veil" (2:17), "The Gift" (4:39), "Apollo Skies"
(4:34), "Classic Story (Light Years Away)" (6:30), "Chillaxin" ( 6:09), "Canyon Chant" (3:54),
"World of Light" (5:53), "Eventide" (3:36), "Winter Solstice" (4:29), "Mt. Emotion (Part 1)"
(3:27), "Mt. Emotion (Part 2)" (2:02), and "Horizon" (5:03).
Gypsy Runaway Train
The Roys
www.TheRoysOnline.com
Rural Rhythm Records
P.O. Box 750, Mount Juliet, TN 37121
c/o So Much Moore Media
$15.70 CD / $8.99 MP3 www.amazon.com
Three-time "Bluegrass Artist of the Year" award-winning brother/sister duo Elaine and Lee Roy
("The Roys") present Gypsy Runaway Train, their third music album with a strong slice-of-life
theme. Collaborating with veteran songwriters including Steve Dean, Morry Trent, Arlis
Albritton and Josh Thompson, The Roys put their heart and soul into each song, adding an
emotional touch to the nostalgic bluegrass. Fans of the genre should not pass this one up - it's a
treasure from some of the best in the business. The tracks are "You Can Count On My Love"
(2:28), "Blue Moon of Kentucky" (2:36), "Another Minute" (3:30), "Born With A Hammer In
My Hand" (2:38), "I Wonder Where You Are Tonight" (4:28), "He Took Your Place" (3:10),
"Workin' On It" (2:55), "Enough For Me" (3:31), "Ramblin' Fever" (3:54), "What Gives You The
Right" (2:52), "Those Memories of You" (4:36), "Half of Me" (3:52) and "Gypsy Runaway
Train" (2:52).
We Are Not Alone
David Haas
GIA Publications, Inc.
7404 South Mason Avenue
Chicago, IL 60638
$16.95 www.giamusic.com
We Are Not Alone: Hymns, Psalms and Songs for Eucharist and the Hours is an album of
Christian music especially for Eucharist and the Liturgy of the Hours. The soulful music calls
listeners to praise God, and give thanks for Jesus Christ's gift of salvation to all humanity.
Emotionally moving and quietly reverent, We Are Not Alone encourages the listener to immerse
oneself in gratitude for all that God provides. The tracks are "Call to Worship" (2:55), "We Are
Not Alone" (4:37), "By His Wounds We Were Healed" (3:33), "I Will Wake Up the Dawn"
(2:03), "Come, Follow Me" (3:59), "Hail, Holy Mary, Queen of Peace" (3:17), "God's Mountain"
(3:17), "Let's Sing for Justice" (1:35), "When I Call" (4:15), "Sing a New World into Being"
(2:57), "I Pray to You" (3:49), "Join the Gospel Song" (3:44), "I Have Come to Believe" (3:05),
"All Creation, Sing Praise" (3:16), and "God, Who Made the Earth and Heaven" (3:03).
Where Here Meets There
Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica Quartet
Privately Published
c/o Rock Paper Scissors (publicity)
511 West 4th Street, Suite 2
Bloomington, IN 47404
www.rockpaperscissors.biz
$14.99 CD / $10.99 download orchestrotica.com
Where Here Meets There is a music CD fusion of the old and the new, combining elements from
1950's and 60's experiments with an appreciation for the modern "world music" movement.
American-based Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica travels through time, showcasing their talents on
everything from bass flute to a balance between classical and global percussion to extraordinary
piano and even scratched vinyl. Where Here Meets There is a unique listening adventure! The
tracks are "Chisling Music" (5:41), "Sansaz" (4:46), "Maracatune for Calco" (7:34), "Would You
Like Bongos With That Fugue?" (5:05), "Ritual Mallet Dance" (6:53), "Prelude for Piano I"
(3:10), "Prelude for Pianto II (Feat. The Siamese Cat Song)" (6:14), "Prelude for Piano III"
(2:43), and "Black Orchid" (5:12).
Vines
Passafire
Easy Star Records
PO Box 1069, Cooper Station, NY, NY 10276
Press Junkie PR
9901 Brodie Lane, Suite 160, PMB 221, Austin, TX 78748
$12.00 http://smarturl.it/v82oum
Also digitally available on iTunes, Vines is the fifth studio album by reggae/rock hybrid band
Passafire, known for their Savannah roots. The title of Vines alludes to how the band members
have grown closer over the years, their music melding sometimes in a tangle, but always
brimming with heart and soul. An exuberant and moving creation of artistry, Vines is especially
recommended for fans of both reggae and rock genres who enjoy bold experiments. The tracks
are "Earthquake", "Right Thing", "Souvenir", "Go", "Phony Impostor", "All In Our Minds",
"Same Old Story", "Steam Rises", "Invisible", "Stowaway", "Black Dog", "Night Comes Easy",
and "Man of Wishes".
Cold Dead Hand
Andy Ross
www.andyross.com
Privately Published
c/o Entertainment Evolution (publicity)
$9.98 CD / $8.99 MP3 www.amazon.com
Outdoorsman, hunter, "Maximum Archery" program star (look for it on the "Sportsman
Channel") and musician Andy Ross presents Cold Dead Hand, his second album of no-holds-
barred country music. Ross doesn't hesitate to speak openly about hot topics, from the Second
Amendment to corruption within the music industry to his personal passion for hunting.
Celebrating the pioneer spirit of the self-made man, Cold Dead Hand is a choice pick for country
fans. The tracks are "Rebel", "Cold Dead Hand", "Country Girls Got Game", "Hunt Me Down",
"Blood Trail on a Whitetail", "What We Do For Fun Around Here", "Deadl with the Devil",
"Buck of a Lifetime", "You Ain't Seen Crazy Yet", "Outlaw Women and Whiskey", and "Three
Legged Dog".
Feathers Too Bright
Juakali
www.juakalimusic.com
Privately Published
Press Junkie PR
9901 Brodie Lane, Suite 160, PMB 221
Austin TX 78748
$11.99 download, www.beatport.com
Trinidadian-American recording artist and emcee Juakali presents Feathers Too Bright, an
electronic hip-hop album about the will to survive and thrive despite all oppressions. Driven
lyrics carry the strong, nigh-hypnotic rhythms in this "must-hear" for fans of the genre. The tracks
are "Bad Mofo", "Half Man Half Machine", "Life of da Party", "Black Magik", "Bodega/Real
Ting", "Light My Way", "Fireworks", "Take Off", "Rootz", "Bring Me Home", and "Fittest of the
Fittest".
Canyon Records Productions
3131 West Clarendon Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85017
$14.98 each www.canyonrecords.com
Canyon Records continues its proud practice of bringing authentic Native American music to the
public at an affordable price with the release of four new albums. "Native Son" (48:15) gathers
original and traditional songs for solo Native American flute, performed by award-winning
musician and World Championship Hoop Dancer Tony Duncan. "Infinite Passion" (62:04) offers
the Round Dance stylings of singer, composer, and Pow-Wow performer Wayne Silas, Jr. as well
as many of his friends. "Akameyimoh Baby Boy" (56:35) is championship Pow Wow group
Young Spirit's open celebration of Plains Cree culture. "Fight for Survival" (51:41) is a medley
of acoustic and electric guitar rock supporting the soulful call of the Native American flute,
ingeniously brought to life by the performance group Injunuity. All are excellent additions to
Native American and multicultural music collections, highly recommended.
The Library DVD Shelf
Life Apps
Bullfrog Films, Inc.
PO Box 149
Oley, PA 19547
$595.00 (5-DVD set), www.bullfrogfilms.com
Life Apps is a five-DVD set about young adults who work to make the world a better place - by
creating smartphone apps that can quickly share timely information that will help the poorest and
most vulnerable populations. In "Silicon Savannah", a Life App can potentially improve the
yields of Kenyan farmers; in "Favela Farm" a Life App shares information to aid urban farms and
gardens in Rio's shanty towns; in "Mobile Harvest" a Life App can deliver East India farmers
(who have lately been plagued by debt and rising suicide rates) critical information about weather
patterns, forthcoming rainfall, or seed and fertilizer prices; in "Once a Nomad" a Life App can
warn the Himba population of Namibia about elephants, or help track their cattle; and in "World
of Apps" mobile phones can give information to aid reproductive health care in South Africa, or
help London's minority young adults, who are subject to "stop and search". Eye-opening,
educational, and encouraging viewers to think of ways to make the world a better place, Life
Apps is highly recommended for public and school library DVD collections, as well as
homeroom viewing. 27 min. each.
The Suzuki Diaries: Future City
Bullfrog Films, Inc.
PO Box 149
Oley, PA 19547
1937772780 $250.00 www.bullfrogfilms.com
Licensed for public performance, The Suzuki Diaries: Future City is a documentary suitable for
high school and adult viewers, which explores how city living can become more efficient without
sacrificing quality of life. As an increasing global human population puts greater pressures on the
needs for food, land, and energy, how can cities best adapt? David Suzuki and his daughter
Sarika journey across Canada in an "off the grid" Airstream trailor to explore possible solutions.
From pending revolutions in the production and distribution of urban food in Montreal, to efforts
to include the "natural world" in the growing city of Toronto, to the world-leader efforts of the
Edmonton Waste Management Centre to transform waste into biofuel, The Suzuki Diaries is an
eye-opening glimpse into dedicated efforts to rise to the challenges of the twenty-first century.
Highly recommended. 45 minutes, closed captioned.
Men At Lunch
First Run Features
630 Ninth Avenue, Suite 1213
New York, NY 10036
$24.95 www.firstrunfeatures.com
Men At Lunch is a documentary about an iconic black-and-white photograph of eleven workmen
taking their lunch break on a steel girder, 850 feet above the Rockefeller Plaza sidewalk. In 1932
New York City, the Great Depression caused widespread suffering - but there was still need to
construct new buildings, a job that could be difficult and dangerous. This photographs reveals
workmen accepting the risk of fall in their day-to-day job (they doubtless considered themselves
lucky to have any job) with casual aplomb, and also captures their spirit of relaxed, mutual
camaraderie. For eighty years, the identities of the eleven men and their photographer has been a
mystery, that is only now beginning to be revealed! Highly recommended, especially for public
library documentary collections. 67 min., color.
Corrie ten Boom: A Faith Undefeated
Vision Video
P.O. Box 540
Worcester, PA 19490
$14.99 www.visionvideo.com
Corrie ten Boom: A Faith Undefeated is a documentary about Corrie ten Boom and her family in
Holland, who risked their lives to save others. When the Nazis invaded Holland in 1940 Corrie,
her sister Betsie, and their elderly father built a secret, hidden room in their home to hide Jews
from the Holocaust death squads. A Gestapo raid sent Corrie and Betsie to the Ravensbruck
concentration camp. Betsie died in the camp, but Corrie was released due to clerical error. She
spent the rest of her life caring for other death camp survivors and sharing her story; in the
seventies she published a book, "The Hiding Place", in which she spoke of the importance of
maintaining faith and forgiveness even when confronting implacable evil. Scenes filmed in the
ten Boom house in Holland, as well as interview with Pam Rosewell More (Corrie's former
assistant) enhance this excellent, informative, and accessible true story of incredible courage. 55
min., English & Spanish language & subtitles.
Here's Edie
Starring Edie Adams
MVD Entertainment Group
203 Windsor Road
Pottstown, PA 19464
$49.95 mvdb2b.com
Here's Edie is a DVD collection of all 21, black-and-white episodes of Edie Adams' 1962-1964
variety show. Now available to the public for the first time since their initial broadcast, these
comedy trailblazers showcase Edie's award-winning talents in music, mirth, and pure style. Live
performances from legendary notables such as Duke Ellington, Sammy Davis Jr., Bob Hope,
Peter Falk and more pepper individual episodes. Bonus material includes extra footage of Edie's
music plus a sixteen-page booklet with rare photographs and program notes. A treasury for
connoisseurs of classic television, Here's Edie is enthusiastically recommended for memorable
gift-giving, as well as public library DVD collections. 4 DVDs, 720 min.
Bomb It 2
Jon Reiss
MVD Entertainment Group
203 Windsor Road
Pottstown, PA 19464
$19.95 www.MVDb2b.com
John Reiss follows up his extraordinary documentary street art documentary "Bomb It" with
Bomb It 2, a search to understand graffiti scenes worldwide. Reiss ventures to Asia, Australia,
the Middle East, and more places to investigate graffiti scenes and converse with local artists. An
incredible number of high-profile graffiti artists speak their minds, including Ash Keating, Ayed,
Darbotz, Killer Gerbil, Stormie Mills, Victor Ash, and many more. An extraordinary glimpse
into multinational countercultures, Bomb It 2 is eye-opening, vibrant, and highly recommended.
73 min., Region 0.
Tae Kwon Do Black Belt: Koryo and Original Koryo
Richard Chun and Doug Cook
YMAA Publications
PO Box 480
Wolfeboro, NH 03894-0480
9781594392733 $29.95 www.ymaa.com
Companion to the book "Tae Kwon Do Black Belt Poomsae Original Koryo and Koryo", the
DVD Tae Kwon Do Black Belt: Koryo and Original Koryo is an demonstration-intensive
instructional video created especially for level 1 and level 2 black belt students of the kick-
intensive Tae Kwon Do martial art, specifically its most worldwide popular form of Original
Koryo and Koryo. Though all level 1 black belts are required to learn Poomsae Koryo, the more
ancient forms of Original Koryo are not as widely taught. Grandmaster Richard Chun (9th dan)
and Master Doug Cook (6th dan) guide the viewers to the technical and historic aspects of the
Original Koryo and Koryo movements, as well as how they can be applied to and integrated with
martial arts. The result is a "must-have" for any dedicated Tae Kown Do black belt seeking to
improve and refine their understanding their discipline! 87 min.
Doc Martin Series 6
Starring Martin Clunes
Acorn Media
c/o RLJ Entertainment
9781621721451 $39.99 www.acornonline.com
Doc Martin Series 6 continues the British comedy-drama adventures of a cantankerous doctor,
his struggling family, and his ornery patients. Dr. Martin Ellingham (superbly played by Martin
Clunes) and his wife Louisa (Caroline Catz) are gradually recovering from a disastrous
honeymoon. Together they must work out how to live together and raise a child - a trying task for
Martin, who is unaccustomed to the clutter and bedlam of family life. Martin's patients range
from a hypochondriac, to a constable who keeps accidentally injuring himself, to elderly body art
experts. When the doctor's paralyzing blood phobia resurges, and his fearsome mother (Claire
Bloom) arrives for a sudden visit, Martin desperately turns to his aunt Ruth (Emmy winner
Eileen Atkins) for advice - but could any words of wisdom possibly salvage the day? Alternately
uproarious and thoughtful, Doc Martin Series 6 is a treat for fans of quality British television!
Bonus material includes behind-the-scenes segments and a photo gallery. 8 episodes on 2 DVDs,
384 min., widescreen, SDH subtitles. Contains graphic medical scenes.
Tinplate Legends in Action 5
A McComas/Stachler Production
TM Books & Video
PO Box 9228
Michigan City, IN 46361
$14.99 www.tmbv.com
Shot entirely in widescreen and high definition, Tinplate Legends in Action 5 is a DVD showcase
of two extraordinary model railroads. Presented are Russ McFall's collections, including the
oldest operating toy train layout in America (Carlisle & Finch, from the late 1800's) and over 200
pressed-steel toys; as well as Jim Hall's assembly of rare, exotic, and treasured trains, from ones
made by Lionel or McCoy to little-known, independent brands. A treat for hobbyists, Tinplate
Legends in Action 5 is the next best thing to spending thousands of dollars (or more) on one's
own grandiose collection! 60 min.
Pentrex
2652 East Walnut St.
Pasadena, CA 91107
$29.95 each www.pentrex.com
Three of Pentrex's DVDs are sure to delight trainspotters, model railroad hobbyists, or anyone
who enjoys learning more about locomotives past and present. Each DVD is in full color, with
quality Hi-Fi sound and informative narration. "LTV Mining Railroad" (60 min.) reveals early
1990s footage of the last intact EMD-delivered F-Units that serve what was once known as the
Erie Mining Railroad in the state of Minnesota. Footage shows these specialized, hardworking
trains in action amid a gigantic mining complex, topped off with a view of Minnesota's beautiful,
remote woods from the cab of an F-9. Filmed in 1995, "Double Stacks Over Tehachapi" (40
min.) teaches viewers about the work performed to prepare the famous Tehachapi loop to
accommodate doublestack trains. Locomotives travel amid beautiful California scenery,
including hillsides covered in green from a record rainfall. "Sierra Pacific Lines: Pasadena Model
Railroad" (60 min.) records a 1990 visit to one of the finest HO scale model railroads, the "Sierra
Pacific Lines" created by the Pasadena (California) Model Railroad Club. A gigantic project
spanning a 5000-square-foot room, and requiring twenty-seven people to properly operate, the
Sierra Pacific Lines is a so detailed and complex that it's easy to mistake for the real thing! All
three DVDs are excellent gifts for train lovers everywhere, highly recommended.
U.F.I.T. series
Cindy Whitmarsh
www.cindywhitmarshfitness.com
c/o 411 Video Information
PO Box 1223, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
www.411videoinfo.com
$14.95 each / $39.95 3-DVD set
Fitness and sports nutrition expert (certified by the American Council on Exercise and national
Association of Sports Nutrition) Cindy Whitmarsh has created Ultra Focused Interval Training
(U.F.I.T.), a user-friendly, six-week weight loss program focusing on both diet and exercises.
The complete, downloadable U.F.I.T. package ($39.95) includes a meal plan and a workout
calendar. Three U.F.I.T. fitness videos on DVD ($14.95 each / $39.95 set) work great either with
the overall plan, or incorporated into any other personal health regimen; each DVD has two 20-
minute workouts. "Ultra Burn" has the "Calorie Crusher" workout that alternates one minute of
high intensity cardio with one minute of lower-intensity cardio, and "Stretch & Sculpt" which
promotes whole-body flexibility and toning. "Ultra Lean" has "Upper Body Bliss", focused on
the shoulders, biceps, and triceps, as well as "Lower Body Blast" for giving one's posterior and
legs a thorough workout. "Ultra Tight" has "Hard Body", that alternates between one minutes of
intense cardio followed by two-minutes of strength training for "trouble spots", and "6-Pack
Abs", a cardio ab workout that alternates a minute of cardio with a minute of emphasis on the
abdominal muscles. Workouts on all three DVDs can be mixed and matched to personal
preference. Whether used by themselves or in conjunction with the larger U.F.I.T. fitness-and-
nutrition program, the U.F.I.T. DVDs are an excellent way to improve one's body and just plain
feel great! 40 min. each.
Weight Watchers series
Jennifer Cohen, instructor
Anchor Bay Entertainment
2401 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 200
Troy, MI 48084-3304
$14.98 each www.anchorbayentertainment.com
Two Weight Watchers fitness DVDs feature solid, body-toning workouts, each featuring three
people simultaneously demonstrating beginner, intermediate, and advanced level techniques.
"Ultimate Belly Series" (62 min. widescreen) offers three separate abdominal workouts - 10-
minute, 20-minute, and 30-minute regimens that can be mixed or matched to suit personal needs.
"15-Minute Boot Camp Series" (65 min., widescreen) has four different 15-minute workouts that
emphasize the upper body, lower body, core, and cardio, which can be followed in any order to
work out at one's own pace. Energetic instruction and snappy music enliven these excellent, user-
friendly fitness DVDs, highly recommended especially for squeezing a solid workout into a busy
day.
Power Boxing Workout
Marlen Esparza
Acacia
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 650
Silver Spring, MD 20910
9781621720683 $16.99 www.acacialifestyle.com
Marlen Esparza demonstrates her skill and talent as an American Boxing Champion in Power
Boxing Workout, a fitness DVD that draws upon boxing moves to provide a full-body fitness
experience, from throwing punches to using one's legs for fighting power and strengthening one's
core. Inexpensive light weights and a mat are the only recommended equipment to follow this
energetic conditioning regimen, enhanced with bonus Boxing 101 Tutorial and "Box with
Marlen" segments. Stressing the value of proper form and technique, Power Boxing Workout is
an excellent, high-energy way to go all-in on fitness! 56 min. plus bonus, widescreen.
R.I.P.P.E.D. Total Body Challenge
Acacia
8515 Georgia Avenue, Suite 650
Silver Spring, MD 20910
9781621720027 $16.99 www.acacialifestyle.com
R.I.P.P.E.D. Total Body Challenge is a fitness DVD that lives up to its title with a high-intensity
workout that can potentially burn 700 or more calories in an hour! Divided into segments
focusing on different R.I.P.P.E.D. principles (Resistance, intervals, power, plyometrics,
endurance, diet, and nutrition), the Total Body Challenge is fueled with fast-paced original
music, and offers a thorough cardiovascular workout balanced with plenty of toning and strength
training. A five-minute bonus abs workout rounds out this excellent exercise program. 48 min.
plus bonus, widescreen.
Anchor Bay Entertainment
2401 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 200
Troy, MI 48084-3304
www.anchorbayentertainment.com
Jennifer Galardi provides a fine hip hop workout in DANCE OFF THE INCHES: CARDIO HIP
HOP PARTY (013132607542, $14.98), which uses a dance fitness routine developed by Galardi
to blend old school tunes with modern movements. Even those without dance experience or
ability will find it easy to absorb and follow these dance workouts, which break moves down and
add steps in a progressive learning routine before approaching combinations. The ability to use
these at home makes for an especially powerful routine perfect for any fan of hip hop. Leslie
Sansone's WALK TO THE HITS: PARTY SONGS (013132607917, $14.98) comes from a
fitness instructor and walking expert who provides a walk-oriented fitness routine pairing great
classic music with movements for 30-second intervals. Pace alternates from quick to steady, 'mile
markers' lets viewers choose two- and three-mile options and track when each has been
completed, and warm-up and cool-down preparations make for easy fitness routines any can
follow at home. Both are top picks for home exercisers seeking specific routines and flexible
lessons.
The Social Issues Shelf
The Value of Violence
Benjamin Ginsberg
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2197
9781616148317, $24.95, www.prometheusbooks.com
The Value of Violence comes from a political scientist who discusses ways in which violence is
indispensable and valuable, and shows how violence manifested in society in many ways actually
serves to preserve social order. It can be used for social change, and even those who promote
nonviolent tactics rely on the violent reactions of opponents to achieve their points. The result is
a social and cultural study which pinpoints the inherent value in violence and how it can be used
for effective, positive change.
The Automotive Shelf
Lexus: The Relentless Pursuit, revised edition
Chester Dawson
Wiley
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9780470828045, $19.95, www.wiley.com
Lexus: The Relentless Pursuit appears in a revised, updated edition and offers inside examination
of the creation of the Lexus brand and its risks and achievements. From its early incarnation and
marketing to how it evolved to becoming the top luxury car in the U.S., this highlights the car
and the people who brought it to center stage in this country, showing how the vehicle was
designed, manufactured, and - most importantly - branded to become a best-seller. No other book
provides the focus and insights of this, which belongs not only in transportation collections, but
many a business holding.
The Antiques/Collectibles Shelf
Fred Harvey Jewelry 1900-1955
Dennis June
Schiffer Publishing
4880 Lower Valley Road, Atglen, PA 19310
9780764344480, $39.99, www.schifferbooks.com
Fred Harvey Jewelry 1900-1955 provides a fine focus on vintage souvenir bracelets from private
collections that were studied and photographed, and tells of a particular company that ran retail
shops for tourists along Santa Fe Railway routes to help build Southwest jewelry styles and
popularity. It's a powerful survey of Southwest jewelry-making traditions in general and Harvey
Company in particular, outlining their marketing, the jewelry styles that evolved from the times,
and the birth, growth and demise of the Harvey era. The result is a powerful account highly
recommended for any fan of Southwest history and culture or American jewelry-making
traditions.
The Fantasy/SciFi Shelf
Trade Secret
Sharon Lee & Steve Miller
Baen Books
PO Box 1188, Wake Forest NC 27588
9781451639292, $25.00, www.baen.com
TRADE SECRET provides a new Liaden Universe story and is especially recommended for prior
readers of the series, who will find this new story centers around novice trader Jethri, adopted by
a Liaden clan and settled into his new life. His experiences with the Liaden Festival forces him to
realize his adoption has caused even more problems than a Terran blood feud. Jethri will have to
confront these problems and re-defend his honor in order to have nay hopes of a good life with
his new clan. Liaden Universe readers will find this yet another fast-paced action story about
trade, honor, and fitting in.
The Architecture Shelf
The English Country House
James Peill
The Vendome Press
1334 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021
www.vendomepress.com
Harry N. Abrams, Inc. (dist.)
115 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
www.abramsbooks.com
9780865653061, $55.00, www.amazon.com
An English country house is a large house or mansion in the English countryside. Such houses
were often owned by individuals who also owned a town house. This allowed them to spend time
in the country and in the city - hence, for these people, the term distinguished between town and
country. However, the term also encompasses houses that were, and often still are, the full-time
residence for the landed gentry. These people were central to the squirearchy that ruled rural
Britain until the Reform Act of 1832. Frequently, the formal business of the counties was
transacted in these country houses. With large numbers of indoor and outdoor staff, country
houses were important as places of employment for many rural communities. In turn, until the
agricultural depressions of 1870s, the estates, of which country houses were the hub, provided
their owners with incomes. However, the late 19th and early 20th centuries were the swan song
of the traditional English country house lifestyle. Increased taxation and the effects of World War
I led to the demolition of hundreds of houses; those that remained had to adapt to survive.
Compiled by James Peill (curator of Goodwood House in West Sussex, England) "The English
Country House" is a 224 page compendium showcasing the elegant range of surviving English
country houses. Profusely and beautifully illustrated with informed and informative commentary
throughout, "The English Country House" will prove to be a fascinating read for the legions of
fans of popular television series ranging from "Upstairs, Downstairs" to "Downton Abby". An
elegant, aristocratic, cultivated and cultured era is magnificently presented, making "The English
Country House" certain to be an enduringly popular addition to personal, professional,
community, and academic library collections.
Compact Houses
Gerald Rowan
Storey Publishing
210 Mass MoCA Way
North Adams, MA 01247
9781612121024, $19.95, www.storey.com
COMPACT HOUSES: GOOD DESIGN TRUMPS SQUARE FOOTAGE is written by an
architectural history professor who shows homeowners who to achieve more with less square
footage, and provides some fifty floor plans for home designs ranging from 800 to 1,400 square
feet. It features one- and two-store design options, discusses how to make creative use of outdoor
space, and considers the techniques that benefit small-home living and style. The result is a fine
pick for any collection strong in home and architectural guides.
The Self-Help Shelf
Lonely Planet Calm
Johanna Ashby, et al.
Lonely Planet Publications
150 Linden Street, Oakland CA 94607
9781743218457, $14.99, www.lonelyplanet.com
LONELY PLANET CALM: SECRETS TO SERENITY FROM THE CULTURES OF THE
WORLD provides a fine survey on how to cultivate calmness in the face of daily stress, and
offers fifty cultural secrets and methods for applying calming techniques at home. From focusing
on a single target to letting music heal and using exercise to work out frustrations, this is packed
with simple keys anyone can use to introduce a calmer atmosphere into their lives, and is a pick
for any new age, health, self-help or general-interest collection.
The Religion/Spirituality Shelf
Church History: Apostolic Times to Today
Gloria Shahin with Joanna Dailey
Saint Mary's Press
702 Terrace Heights
Winona, MN 55987-1318
9781599821481 $25.95 www.smp.org
Church History: Apostolic Times to Today is an overview of the history of the Christian church,
with emphasis on the Catholic church. Equally suitable for classroom use or self-study, Church
History is detailed yet thoroughly accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Color illustrations
every few pages, review questions, a glossary, and an index round out excellent educational
resource, ideal for high school, college, public or church library collections. "After [WW II] a
movement called Pax Christi ('Peace of Christ') was established in Europe. Its first goal was to
reconcile European Christians who had supported opposite sides during the war. It still exists
today, having spread to over fifty countries and five continents, and is a voice of prayer and
action for peace and reconciliation all over the world."
Heavenly Bodies
Paul Koudounaris
Thames & Hudson
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110-0017
9780500251959, $29.95, www.thamesandhudsonusa.com
HEAVENLY BODIES: CULT TREASURES & SPECTACULAR SAINTS FROM THE
CATACOMBS is recommended for religious, arts, and archaeological collections alike and
provides the history of a labyrinth of underground burials discovered in Rome in 1578 that held
the remains of thousands of individuals deemed early Christian martyrs. These bones were sent
to Catholic churches to replace holy relics that had been destroyed, and were reassembled by
artisans and dressed in colorful costumes. For nearly three centuries these ornate bodies were
deemed miracle-workers in their communities before they became an embarrassment to the
Church and were largely destroyed. HEAVENLY BODIES discusses these saints and their
images: the author was given rare access to photograph them in some of their secret hideaways,
and this book thus represents a 'first' in their in-depth coverage. Packed with photos, it's a top
pick for any arts, religious, or history holding.
The Parenting Shelf
Get Your Kids Hiking
Jeff Alt
Beaufort Books
27 West 20th Street, Suite 1102, NY, NY 10011
www.beaufortbooks.com
9780825306914, $13.95, www.amazon.com
If a parent is seeking to instill a love of nature and the outdoors into their children as an antidote
for today's sedentary, electronic gaming, overweight youth culture, then there is no better or more
effective strategy than taking those children for a hike in the wild. "Get Your Kids Hiking: How
to Start Them Young and Keep it Fun!" by hiking expert Jeff Alt is a handy, 240 page instruction
manual for parents that provides age-appropriate ways to include a child in all aspects of the
hike, provides checklists of what to pack for any type of hike, even offering 'kid friendly' menus
of what to eat when out on a hike in the wilderness. Of special note is the practical and
experienced-based advice and commentary on hiking with a special needs child. Thoroughly 'user
friendly' and exceptionally well written and organized, "Get Your Kids Hiking: How to Start
Them Young and Keep it Fun!" is very highly recommended for family and community library
collections. It should be noted that "Get Your Kids Hiking: How to Start Them Young and Keep
it Fun!" is also available in a Kindle edition ($6.59).
The Metaphysical Studies Shelf
To Walk A Pagan Path
Alaric Albertsson
Llewellyn Worldwide, LTD.
2143 Wooddale Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125
www.llewellyn.com
9780738737249, $15.99, www.amazon.com
Pagan refers to a group of historical polytheistic religious traditions - primarily those of cultures
known to the classical world. In a wider sense, it has also been understood to include any
non-Abrahamic, folk, or ethnic religion. The term pagan was historically used as one of several
pejorative Christian expressions comparable to "infidel" or "heretic". Modern ethnologists often
avoid this broad usage in favor of more specific and less potentially offensive terms such as
polytheism, shamanism, pantheism, or animism when referring to traditional or historical faiths.
Modern paganism, also known as contemporary paganism, and neopaganism, is a group of
contemporary religious movements influenced by or claiming to be derived from the various
historical pagan beliefs of pre-modern Europe. Although they do share commonalities,
contemporary Pagan religious movements are diverse and no single set of beliefs, practices, or
texts are shared by them all. Since the 20th century, "Paganism" (or "Neopaganism") has become
the identifier for a collection of new religious movements attempting to continue, revive, or
reconstruct historical pre-Abrahamic religion. "To Walk a Pagan Path: Practical Spirituality for
Every Day" by Alaric Albertsson (a practicing pagan and member of the Druidic organization ar
nDraiocht Fein) is a 288 page instructional guide to living in adherence to basic pagan spiritual
principles in daily life including following a sacred calendar, enacting quick and easy rituals,
connect with the earth by producing some of the food to be eaten, and engage in such craft
projects as candles, scrying mirrors, solar wreaths, and more. Informed, informative, and
thoroughly 'user friendly' in text and presentation, "To Walk a Pagan Path: Practical Spirituality
for Every Day" is highly recommended for both personal reading lists and community library
Metaphysical Studies collections. It should be noted that "To Walk a Pagan Path: Practical
Spirituality for Every Day" is also available in a Kindle edition ($9.99).
The Gaming Shelf
How To Win At Gambling
Avery Cardoza
Cardoza Publishing
5473 South Eastern Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89119
9781580422628, $18.95, www.cardozapub.com
Avery Cardoza is a successful professional gambler and leading publisher of books on all manner
of casino games. Cardoza is also the owner of the Las Vegas-based Gambler's Book Club. In
"How to Win at Gambling", Cardoza draws upon his many years of experience and expertise to
provide the novice gamer with a 400 page compendium comprised of practical, insightful, and
comprehensive instruction manual on playing (and winning) at more that fifty major games
offered by casinos. Beginning with an informative introduction and concluding with a brief
'Winning Word', "How to Win at Gambling" is deftly organized into chapters specific to the
games themselves and range from Blackjack, Baccarat, and Routlette, to Horseracing, Slots, and
Poker. Of special note is the chapter on Money Management (which should be carefully read by
anyone contemplating a professional career in gambling). enhanced with an extensive glossary,
"How to Win at Gambling" is especially recommended to the attention of novice players and will
prove to be an enduringly valuable reference resource for experienced players and professionals
alike.
The American History Shelf
American Spies
Michael J. Sulick
Georgetown University Press
3240 Prospect Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007
9781626160088 $26.95 hc
9781626160095 $26.95 ebook www.press.georgetown.edu
American Spies: Espionage Against the United States from the Cold War to the Present is a
methodical, well-researched, and utterly fascinating analysis of spies who discovered and sold
American secrets to foreign powers, from 1950 onward. Notable spy cases are spotlighted,
including famous spies for the Soviets such as John Walker and Edward Lee Howard; the spy for
China, Larry Wu-tai Chin; the spy for Israel, Jonathan Pollard; and many more. "[Pollard's]
espionage was a fatal cocktail of every major motive that has impelled human beings to spy for
centuries. He was in financial straits. He was fascinated with the thrill of spying. He was a
mediocre man with a grossly inflated ego and yearning for praise and acceptance. He was
ideologically sympathetic to a foreign, and this sympathy provided the final motive that would
drive him into espionage: revenge." Thoroughly accessible to readers of all backgrounds,
American Spies makes real-life spy history come alive, and is highly recommended especially for
public and college library American History shelves.
The Ozarks in Missouri History
Lynn Morrow, editor
University of Missouri Press
2910 LeMone Boulevard
Columbia, MO 65201
9780826220066 $25.00 www.umsystem.edu/upress
The Ozarks in Missouri History: Discoveries in an American Region is an anthology of scholarly
essays by a diversity learned authors about the unique history, culture, and geography of the
beautiful Ozarks region of Missouri. Writings include "Slave Labor at the Maramec Iron Works,
1828-1850", "The Ozark Short Line Railroad: A Failed Dream", "Agricultural Change in the
Western Ozarks", "The Origin and Development of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways
Project", and more. A handful of black-and-white photographs and an index round out this
enlightening collection, especially recommended for college library and Missouri state history
shelves.
The Greatest Speech, Ever
James L. Cotton Jr.
History Publishing Company, LLC
PO Box 700, 15 Heyhoe Woods Road
Palisades, New York 10964-0700
9781933909929 $18.95 www.historypublishing.com
The Greatest Speech, Ever: The Remarkable Story of Abraham Lincoln and His Gettysburg
Address is an in-depth history of President Lincoln's immortal speech, famously made after one
of the bloodiest battles in the Civil War. Author James L. Cotton Jr. (adjunct faculty of Roane
State Community College) is open in his admiration for Lincoln's gift notable and crucial words,
which embodied the collective effort to save the fractured Union. "Lincoln composed and
delivered the Gettysburg Address in a style radically different from the great orators of his day.
Lincoln's oratorical skills had been forged along the way in his climb from the bottom rung of his
social and economic world, up to the highest office in the land, a process of beating down,
bending and hammering out the steel in a man which would produce a speaking style that was
real and authentic. It was a style that would pull the public to him like a lodestone." A handful of
black-and-white photographs and an index round out this glowing chronicle, which carefully
places events and perspectives of the speech on context, as well as weighing in on debates that
continue to this day about Lincoln's psychology and motives. Highly recommended.
The Civil War Shelf
Stuart's Finest Hour
John J. Fox III
Angle Valley Press
PO Box 4098
Winchester, VA 22604
9780971195059 $31.95 www.AngleValleyPress.com
Stuart's Finest Hour: The Ride Around McClellan June 1862 is an in-depth study about Brigadier
General Jeb Stuart's Great Chickahominy Raid, during the American Civil War. At the time,
Union General McClellan's army was on the verge of seizing the Confederate capital of
Richmond, Virginia. Newly appointed Confederate army leader Robert E. Lee had a plan to go
on offense, but he needed military intelligence. It was Stuart who dared to stage a 110-mile,
three-day cavalry reaid around the entire Army of the Potomac, a mission he pulled off with
consummate skill (and the mistakes of the Union Army didn't help). The information Stuart
brough Lee aided a counteroffensive that would push the McClellan's army away from
Richmond; it would be another three years before the Union would have another opportunity. A
handful of black-and-white photographs illustrate this heavily researched, vivaciously presented
chronicle, which brings Stuart's death-defying tactical raid to vivid life. Highly recommended,
especially for public and college library Civil War shelves.
The Fiction Shelf
Sunland
Don Waters
University of Nevada Press
Mail Stop 0166
Reno, NV, 89557-0166
9780874179217 $25.95 www.unpress.nevada.edu
The debut novel of Iowa Short Fiction Award winning author Don Waters, Sunland follows the
adventures of a working class man on the margins. Sid Dulaney is struggling between jobs, and
looks after his beloved grandmother in Tucson. Her prescriptions are so expensive that to make
ends meet, he smuggles medicine over the Mexican border. One haphazard problem spirals into
another, as he runs into trouble with an attractive former babysitter, receives midnight voice
mails from his frazzles ex-girlfriends, and even attracts the deadly attention of a Mexican gang
(as well as a significantly less deadly giraffe). Solid characterization drives this slice-of-life
turned rollicking adventure of quirky characters and unforgettable moments. Highly
recommended.
In Pursuit
Sharman Burson Ramsey
sharmanbursonramsey.com
Mercer University Press
1400 Coleman Avenue
Macon, GA 31207-0001
9780881464542 $20.00 www.mupress.org
The sequel to "Swimming with Serpents", In Pursuit is a historical novel of romance and danger.
Creek half-breed and survivor of the Creek Indian War Joie Kincaid is kidnapped from a tea
room in London - as is the enemy she personally saved from death. Joie awakens afflicted with
amnesia, in the hold of a ship headed for pirate waters. Nearby is scholar and fellow abduction
victim Godfrey Lewis Winkel. Godfrey and Joie must work together to resist pirates, disease,
fallout from the Seminole War, and more threats in this exciting page-turner... even as love
begins to stir and bloom between them. In Pursuit makes human history come alive as the
backdrop to its exciting tale, and is highly recommended.
The Memoir Shelf
The Crusade Years 1933-1955
Herbert Hoover, author
George H. Nash, editor
Hoover Press
c/o Hoover Institution
434 Galvez Mall, Stanford, CA 94305
9780817916749 $39.95 www.stanford.edu
Herbert Hoover is the American president most famous for his efforts to cope with the Great
Depression. By the end of his office in 1933, the American public was furious with him for not
doing enough to alleviate the widespread suffering, and turned to FDR's New Deal - even though
Hoover had gone further in his efforts to bring economic relief than any previous president.
Hoover never abandoned his conservative or ideological distrust of excessive government
intervention, and remained a vocal call for restraint during the next thirty-plus years. The
Crusade Years 1933-1955: Herbert Hoover's Lost Memoir of the New Deal Era and Its Aftermath
gathers Hoover's copious writings about political philosophy, his visions of America's potential
as a haven for liberty, and perhaps most intriguing, his private life after his presidency, from his
enthusiasm for fishing to his membership in the Bohemian Club. Historian, Hoover biographer,
and prize-winning scholar George H. Nash has edited this extraordinarily insightful volume with
notes and an index. Highly recommended, especially for public and college library memoir or
American History shelves.
Morning Comes to Elk Mountain
Gary Lantz
University of North Texas Press
PO Box 311336
Denton, TX 76203-1336
9781574415391 $18.95 www.unt.edu/untpress
Illustrated with an inset section of 20 memorable color photographs, Morning Comes to Elk
Mountain: Dispatches from the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge is a fine balance of memoir,
natural history, Native American history, and geology, reflecting upon one of the first wildlife
refuges established by legendary President Theodore Roosevelt. An inspirational virtual tour of
the bountiful natural land that the Kiowa and Comanche Indians call home, Morning Comes to
Elk Mountain is the next best thing to visiting the rolling natural landscape in person. Highly
recommended.
The Economic Studies Shelf
Globalizing Central Asia
Marlene Laruelle and Sebastien Peyrouse
M.E. Sharpe, Inc.
80 Business Park Drive
Armonk, NY 10504
9780765635044 hc, $104.95
9780765635051 pbk, $32.95 www.mesharpe.com
Globalizing Central Asia: Geopolitics and the Challenges of Economic Development is a
scholarly analysis of the global and regional economic forces at work in central Asia. Chapters
discuss how Russia, China, the U.S. ("The Too Distant, but Unavoidable Partner"), the European
Union, and Middle Eastern and Gulf countries affect the political and economic dynamics of
central Asia. From the challenges facing central Asia's agricultural sector, to the difficulties of
transportation when landlocked, to structural weaknesses in central Asia's industrial base and the
future of its service sector, Globalizing Central Asia is a learned, critical, and thorough
exploration of crucial issues affection central Asia's present and future. Highly recommended,
especially for college library economic studies shelves.
The Literary Studies Shelf
Milton And The Poetics Of Freedom
Susanne Woods
Duquesne University Press
600 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15282
www.dupress.duq.edu
9780820704661, $58.00, www.amazon.com
John Milton (9 December 1608 - 8 November 1674) was an English poet, polemicist, man of
letters, and a civil servant for the Commonwealth of England under Oliver Cromwell. He wrote
at a time of religious flux and political upheaval, and is best known for his epic poem Paradise
Lost (1667), written in blank verse. Milton's poetry and prose reflect deep personal convictions, a
passion for freedom and self-determination, and the urgent issues and political turbulence of his
day. Writing in English, Latin, and Italian, he achieved international renown within his lifetime,
and his celebrated Areopagitica (1644) - written in condemnation of pre-publication censorship -
is among history's most influential and impassioned defenses of free speech and freedom of the
press. "Milton and the Poetics of Freedom" by Susanne Woods (Emerita Professor of English,
Wheaton College, Massachusetts) is a 289 page compendium comprising a comprehensive
critique of Milton's works with respect the philosophical concept of freedom as framed within his
legendary poetry and prose. Enhanced with extensive notes, and extended bibliography, and a
comprehensive index, "Milton and the Poetics of Freedom" is a work of seminal scholarship and
a highly recommended addition to academic library Milton Studies and Medieval/Renaissance
Literary Studies reference collections and supplemental reading lists.
The African-American Studies Shelf
Handy African-American History Answer Book
Jessie Carney Smith
Visible Ink Press
4331 Joy Road, #414, Canton, MI 48187-2075
www.visibleinkpress.com
9781578594528, $12.95, www.amazon.com
Informed and informative, the "Handy African-American History Answer Book" by Jessie
Carney Smith is a 400 page encyclopedic compilation of historical facts showcasing African
American contributions and achievements in the arts, entertainment, business, civil rights,
education, government, military, journalism, religion, science, sports, music, popular culture,
politics, and more. From the Ringling Brother's first black woman clown, to the impact of Joe
Louis on boxing, to the importance of barbecue in African-American communities, "Handy
African-American History Answer Book" will prove a fascinating browse for non-specialist
general readers, as well as an ideal reference for student research. Very highly recommended for
school and community library Black Studies and American History collections, it should be
noted that "Handy African-American History Answer Book" is also available in a Kindle edition
($9.99).
The Nautical Shelf
British Ship Building 1500-2010
Anthony Slaven
Crucible Books
c/o International Publishers Marketing
PO Box 605, Herndon, VA 20172-0605
9781905472161, $31.95, www.amazon.com
England is a seafaring nation and depended upon her naval forces to fend off hostile European
powers. "British Shipbuilding, 1500 - 2010: A History" by academician Anthony Slaven
(formerly a Professor of Business History at the University of Glasgow) is a 352 page
compendium that provides a comprehensive and documented five hundred year historical
overview of both the construction of wooden ships and then their metal successors.
Chronologically organized and presented, "British Ship Building 1500-2010" is a work of
seminal scholarship that is enhanced with the inclusion of an appendix (Measures of Ships
Tonnage), extensive notes and references, a select bibliography, and a comprehensive index.
Unique, informed and informative, "British Ship Building 1500-2010" is strongly recommended
for academic library Naval History and British History reference collections and supplemental
reading lists.
The Gardening Shelf
Western Garden Book
Kathleen Norris Brenzel, editor
Sunset Publishing
c/o Oxmoor House
3000 University Center Drive
Tampa, Florida 33612-6408
www.oxmoorhouse.com www.sunset.com
9780376030061, $24.95, www.amazon.com
Wonderfully illustrated in full color throughout, "Western Garden Book: The 20-Minute
Gardener: Projects, Plants and Designs for Quick & Easy Gardening" is an ideal instruction
manual for homeowners with limited time for pursuing gardening projects to beautify their
property. But with this thoroughly 'user friendly', 288 page manual, anyone can learn how to
successfully garden in just twenty minutes a day by breaking down gardening activities into
manageable portions. Exceptionally well written and presented, "The 20-Minute Gardener" offers
quick fixes for turning ordinary gardens into outdoor showrooms; turn problem areas into
superbly fashioned gardening projects; profiles 160 outstanding plants for family gardens; offers
step-by-step instructions for amending soil, making compost, planting, and watering. Of special
note is being able to identify a particular region in the 16-page Regional Gardening Calendars
and the practical advice for what to do in a garden within a given month of that calendar. "The
20-Minute Gardener" is an extraordinary gardening guide and manual that is very highly
recommended for the novice gardening and has much of enduring value for even the more
experienced gardener.
The Language Studies Shelf
Reading the Gospel of St. Matthew in Greek: A Beginning
Norbert H. O. Duckwitz
Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers
1570 Baskin Road, Mundelein, IL 60060
www.bolchazy.com
9780865168176, 19.00, www.amazon.colm
One of the principle benefits of being able to read New Testament scriptures in their original
Greek is the avoidance of the interpretative errors that are present in past English translations
such as the King James editions. "Reading the Gospel of St. Matthew in Greek: A Beginning" by
Norbert H. O. Duckwitz (Professor Emeritus of Classics, Brigham Young University, Provo,
Utah) is a 517 page compendium that presents the entire Greek text of St. Matthew's Gospel;
features text, vocabulary, and notes on each page; includes a Greek to English glossary; provides
an introduction to the Greek alphabet, pronunciation, tenses, and moods; and is enhanced with a
grammatical appendix. An impressive work of impeccable scholarship, "Reading the Gospel of
St. Matthew in Greek: A Beginning" is very strongly recommended for personal and academic
library Greek Language Studies and Christian Studies instructional reference collections.
The Environmental Studies Shelf
Environmental Anthropology Engaging Ecotopia
Joshua Lockyer & James R. Veteto, editors
Berghahn Books
20 Jay Street, Suite 512, Brooklyn, NY 11201
www.berghahnbooks.com
9780857458797, $110.00, www.amazon.com
Environmental anthropology is a sub-specialty within the field of anthropology that takes an
active role in examining the relationships between humans and their environment across space
and time. 'Ecotopia' is a society in which humans live in full environmental harmony.
Knowledgeably compiled and deftly edited by the team of Joshua Lockyer (Assistant Professor of
Anthropology, Arkansas Tech university) and James R. Veteto (Assistant Professor of
Anthropology, University of North Texas), "Environmental Anthropology Engaging Ecotopia:
Bioregionalism, Permaculture, and Ecovillages" is a 320 page compendium comprising sixteen
thematically erudite and scholarly articles. Of special note are the list of 'Further Readers' at the
end of the three major sections: Bioregionalism; Permaclture; and Ecovillages. Enhanced with an
informative introduction by the editors, "Environmental Anthropology Engaging Ecotopia" is
enhanced with occasional illustrations, tables, and maps, as well as a comprehensive index. A
major and seminal contribution, "Environmental Anthropology Engaging Ecotopia" is a very
strongly recommended addition to academic library Environmental, Anthropology, and
Ethnobiology reference collections and supplemental reading lists.
The Political Science Shelf
Evolving Iran
Barbara Ann Rieffer-Flanagan
Georgetown University Press
3240 Prospect Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007
9781589019782 $26.95 pbk.
9781589019799 $26.95 ebook www.press.georgetown.edu
Also available as an ebook, Evolving Iran: An Introduction to Politics and Problems in the
Islamic Republic is a detailed, thoughtful, and thorough scrutiny of politics in Iran. A scholarly
and well-researched work that is nonetheless accessible to readers of all backgrounds, Evolving
Iran discusses elections in Iran, economic policies amid ideological infighting, pressures on the
Islamic Republic to improve human rights, and much more. Notes and an index round out this
"must-read" to better understand Iran today, highly recommended especially for public library
Political Science or International Studies shelves.
Democracy And Political Ignorance
Ilya Somin
Stanford University Press
1450 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1124
www.sup.org
9780804786614, $27.95, www.amazon.com
The core necessity for a healthy representative democracy is that the people comprising that
democracy have accurate and informative information on which to base their political decisions.
Otherwise people can and will fall prey to demagogs, charlatans, the corrupt, the incompetent,
and worse -- resulting the ultimate loss of democracy to autocracy, theocracy, and other varieties
of dictatorship. "Democracy and Political Ignorance: Why Smaller Government Is Smarter" by
Ilya Somin (Professor Law, George Mason University School of Law) is a 280 page compendium
aptly presenting the argument that by decentralizing and limiting government, people will be less
prone to lapse into the kind of apathy and ignorance that fosters the political manipulation of the
masses by a privileged and corrupt minority seeking domination and control over the population.
Informed and informative, thoughtful and thought-provoking, "Democracy and Political
Ignorance: Why Smaller Government Is Smarter" is a timely treatise as we enter a new age of
Robber Baron Capitalism with its financially-based political corruption and an ever expanding
federal intrusion into the non-federal affairs of private citizens under the cloak of serving social
and national defense needs. Enhanced with an appendix, notes, and an index, "Democracy and
Political Ignorance: Why Smaller Government Is Smarter" is a highly recommended addition to
community and academic library Political Science reference collections. It should be noted that
"Democracy And Political Ignorance" is also available in hardcover (9780804786089, $90.00)
and Kindle ($15.37) editions.
The Journalism Shelf
The Best American Magazine Writing 2013
Sid Holt, editor
Columbia University Press
61 West 62nd Street
New York, NY 10023-7015
9780231162258 $17.95 http://cup.columbia.edu
The Best American Magazine Writing 2013 is an anthology of the most critical and relevant
magazine pieces of 2013, including public interest, reporting, feature writing, fiction. These
National Magazine Award-winning works touch on topics including the arrest of Kim Dotcom
for alleged money laundering and copyright infringement in his gigantic file-sharing website
megaupload.com, modern combat in the war zone of Afghanistan, reflections on Barrack
Obama's efforts and the legacy of Mitt Romney's candidacy. An award-winning short-story from
Stephen King, "Batman and Robin Have an Altercation", rounds out this eclectic and insightful
collection, highly recommended especially for public library collections and anyone seeking to
educate themselves about critical contemporary events.
The Calendar Shelf
Stop Making Everything I Say Sound Stupid!
Scott Adams
Andrews McMeel Publishing
1130 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO 64106-2109
9781449430399, $14.99, www.andrewsmcmeel.com
Stop Making Everything I Say Sound Stupid provides single panels of Dilbert comics in full
color and accompanies these selections with the original black and white strips across the top of
the month and date boxes. This allows for colorful, eye-catching months paired with the original
full text of the comic. Dilbert will find its place not just in homes, but in offices where cubicle
humor is appreciated. It's filled with workplace ironies and inconsistencies and is the working
man's answer to management.
Andrews McMeel Publishing
1130 Walnut Street
Kansas City, MO 64106-2109
www.andrewsmcmeel.com
Andrews McMeel Publishing produces some outstanding wall calendars for the season and it's
hard to pick just a few from the lot; but if only a handful were chosen, these two should be
among the top contenders for one's wall for 2014. Scott Hilburn's THE ARGYLE SWEATER
(9781449430610, $14.99) provides monthly one-panel humor cartoons reminiscent of Gary
Larson. The joy of this comic is that the humor is complete in one panel, which lends particularly
well to a wall calendar replete with full-color comics accompanied by a practical calendar format
with good-sized date boxes for write-ins. Stephan Pastis' PEARLS BEFORE SWINE: IT'S MY
WORLD AND I'LL DOMINATE IF I WANT TO (9781449431068, $15.99) selects single
panels from its comic strip, then includes the rest of the strip in a smaller line or two above the
date boxes. This approach allows readers to see the original context as well as the single panel,
and makes for a fine segue between comic strip and wall calendar. Both are good-sized
presentations that represent the perfect marriage between calendar format and comic.
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