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Reviewer's Choice
The Complete Guide to Creating a Special Needs Life Plan
Hal Wright, CFP
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Inc.
400 Market Street, Suite 400
Philadelphia, PA 19106
9781849059145, $29.95, www.jkp.com
The Complete Guide to Creating a Special Needs Life Plan provides a fine approach to blending
legal, financial, and life decisions into a unified plan for a person with a disability, and is a pick
for any community or academic library reference collection. It starts with the purpose of
providing a meaningful life to a special needs child and blends in discussion of support systems
beyond parents, from government programs to employment, residential options, and more. Any
parent of a child with physical or mental impairments needs this specific resource on how to
create a unique person-centered life plan, keeping in mind the unique requirements of the
individual.
The Nature and Value of Happiness
Christine Vitrano
Westview Press
2465 Central Avenue, Boulder, CO 80301
9780813347271, $24.00, www.westviewpress.com
The Nature and Value of Happiness is a recommendation for philosophy and self-help holdings
alike, and provides a concise discussion of aspects relating to happiness. It's not written for the
avid philosophy reader but for general audiences open to philosophical thought, and blends
history with modern concerns as it assesses the value and nature of happiness in contemporary
life. From how the modern idea of happiness has evolved from ancient times to the present to
whether happiness can be considered the ultimate goal in life, this is a powerful survey highly
recommended for any general or philosophy holding.
The Islamic Studies Shelf
Your Fatwa Does Not Apply Here
Karima Bennoune
W.W. Norton
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110
9780393081589, $27.95, www.wwnorton.com
Your Fatwa Does Not Apply Here: Untold Stories from the Fight Against Muslim
Fundamentalism documents both the author's struggles against fundamentalist violence and the
experiences of others, telling of her involvement in a movement to protect fellow Muslims from
intolerance both within and outside their societies. Bennoune's determination to put an end to
intolerance resulted in her becoming an international human rights lawyer and activist, and her
analysis of extremists and religious persecution makes for gripping reading providing case
studies of human experience as well as analysis of social conflicts. Any collection strong in
Muslim human rights issues around the world will find this a powerful study.
The Education Shelf
Why Teach?
Mark Edmundson
Bloomsbury Press
175 Fifth Avenue, Suite 315, NY, NY 10010
9781620401071, $24.00, www.bloomsbury.com
WHY TEACH? IN DEFENSE OF A REAL EDUCATION comes from a Yale grad who wanted
others to have the great education he did - and who discovered, as a professor, that he faced
forces of corporate interests, high tuitions, and career-oriented interests over the love of learning
itself. His essays remind readers that there's more to teaching and learning than careers and
money - and they provide inspiring insights into the process of teaching to broaden the mind, not
just the pocketbook. Higher learning is needed to resolve modern issues in troubled times: WHY
TEACH addresses these and other issues in higher education in a pick for any education or social
issues collection.
Teaching Theory of Mind
Kristina Ordetx
Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Inc.
400 Market Street, Suite 400
Philadelphia, PA 19106
9781849058971, $34.95, www.jkp.com
Teaching Theory of Mind provides teachers with an easy curriculum for teaching children with
high functioning autism and Asperger's and focuses on interacting with others successfully using
Theory of Mind. It reviews key concepts of the practice, shows how to assess a child's curriculum
abilities, and provides twelve 60-90 minute lesson plans to use with small or large groups ages
7-16, along with suggested activities and methods of interacting with parents and caregivers. The
result is more than a set of lesson plans: it's packed with a different approach and all the
supplementary materials needed to teach the curriculum, from flash cards to cut out to a social
skills poster.
Becoming Scientists
Rusty Bresser and Sharon Fargason
Stenhouse Publishers
477 Congress Street, Suite 4B
Portland, ME 04101-3451
9781571109781, $20.00, www.stenhouse.com
Becoming Scientists: Inquiry-Based Teaching in Diverse Classrooms, Grades 3-5 provides a fine
survey of good science and using inquiry science to help children discover their own answers to
questions. Examples come from real-world classroom applications where teachers practice
inquiry science and engage students in practices as outlined in the Next Generation Science
Standards, with this workbook showing how teachers can build on student backgrounds and
knowledge. From enhancing science discussions to covering content, this is a solid reference for
any elementary-level science teacher!
The Princeton Review
c/o Random House Inc.
1745 Broadway, New York NY 10019
www.princetonreview.com
Two new 2014 editions of classic student study guides for AP exam topics add to the series and
provide would-be exam takers with specific, useful information suitable for study and success.
Tom Meltzer and Paul Levy's CRACKING THE AP U.S. GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS
EXAM (9780804124317, $18.99) pairs two full-length practice tests with a comprehensive
glossary of terms, reviews of various government institutions, and detailed answers for tests,
drills, and exercises. Step-by-step strategies for success aid in the study process. CRACKING
THE AP WORLD HISTORY EXAM (9780307946263, $19.99) by The Princeton Review Staff
adopts the same successful format, pairing two full-length practice tests with techniques to assure
high scores and explanations that delve into each practice question. The result are references that
college-bound students can consult to get the most out of their study habits before the AP exams
are undertaken.
Corwin Press
2455 Teller Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320-2218
www.corwin.com
Zak Kukoff's THE AUTISM AMBASSADORS HANDBOOK: PEER SUPPORT FOR
LEARNING, GROWTH, AND SUCCESS (9781452235257, $36.95) provides an inspirational
handbook that describes how to set up a peer-mentoring organization in a school to help autistic
children understand socially appropriate behaviors and coach them through school demands.
From starting an Autism Ambassadors program and guidelines for student ambassador
responsibilities to specific interventions students can use with ASD peers, this uses Applied
Behavior Analysis in a curriculum addition created and led by students, and comes packed with
sample dialogues and blocked notes of why it's important for Ambassadors to interact on a
particular level with students. From fire drills to riding the bus, this covers all areas of concern
and is a top pick for any who want to implement a specific peer program for easing autistic
children into the school environment. Thomas Del Prete's TEACHER ROUNDS: A GUIDE TO
COLLABORATIVE LEARNING IN AND FROM PRACTICE (9781452268156, $31.95)
considers peer-to-peer teacher professional development and covers all aspects of this kind of
approach to professional learning, from step-by-step tools for implementing 'teacher rounds' to
creating a positive environment with maximum benefit. Examples from schools at all grade
levels and in all disciplines considers how classroom instruction may be moved to peer-to-peer
models, and provide excellent, constructive insights to the entire process. Gretchen Bernabei and
Judi Reimer's FUN-SIZE ACADEMIC WRITING FOR SERIOUS LEARNING
(9781452268613, $34.95) provides a fine guide to adolescent writing from educators who have
seen success using mentor texts by students to teach all kinds of writing approaches. Over a
hundred essays written by students provide one-page lessons that address grammar, text,
imagery, dialogue - all the basics key to any academic writing project. Three major sections align
with the Common Core, STAAR and other state assessment programs, making this a powerful
collection to essay examples paired with powerful lessons. Toby J. Karten's INCLUSION
COACHING FOR COLLABORATIVE SCHOOLS (9781452268217, $31.95) is for any school
interested in inclusion and coaching, and provides keys to using instructional coaches to guide
school teams in implementing the best inclusion strategies. From establishing baselines for
performance assessment and success to engaging staff in new practices and handling co-teaching
challenges, this is packed with specific exercises, approaches and insights perfect for education
collections! The third updated edition of Gayle H. Gregory's DIFFERENTIATED
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES PROFESSIONAL LEARNING GUIDE (9781452291642,
$32.95) offers an updated third edition to a classic discussion on differentiated instruction
developments. This companion to DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES:
ONE SIZE DOESN'T FIT ALL is a workbook of exercises that provides step-by-step training
activities for professional development. It's been revised to include new strategies, a Common
Core lesson planning template, and plenty of new research on coaching, evaluation, and DI
practices. A 'must' for any collection strong in differentiated instruction. The second updated
edition of Alfred S. Posamentier, et.al.'s WHAT SUCCESSFUL MATH TEACHERS DO,
GRADES 6-12 (9781452259130, $36.95) provides a fine resource for math teachers updated for
Common Core standards, and tells what works in math and how to implement it. Eleven chapters
feature strategies centered around one aspect of an instruction program - some 80 strategies in all
- and include short descriptions of the strategy, a summary of research, discussion of Common
Core Standards, and examples from classroom applications. The result is a fine collection that
includes discussion of common problems and how to overcome them. William N. Bender's
DIFFERENTIATING MATH INSTRUCTION K-8: COMMON CORE MATHEMATICS IN
THE 21ST CENTURY CLASSROOM (9781452255453, $31.95) provides real-time strategies
for solid results and gives teachers a good lesson plan for blending the best technologies with
Common Core standards in math. From project-based learning to using Khan Academy in the
classroom and new techniques for differentiating math classes, this is packed with approaches to
handling students with website research projects, games, and instructional ideas that include
using Wikis in classroom settings. This third updated edition provide an excellent survey and
should be required reading for any K-8 math teacher. THE COMMON CORE COMPANION:
THE STANDARDS DECODED GRADES 9-12 by Jim Burke (9781452276588, $30.95) is a
recommendation for any teacher interested in understanding the basics of the Common Core
standard system, and focuses on how to teach these standards. Spiral binding for lay-flat use
accompanies a companion designed to provide teachers and departments with a set of common
reference points for schoolwide implementation. Grades 9-10 standards thus appear alongside
11-12 standards to help teachers cross-compare teaching standards for different grades, content
areas are arranged for quick reference, and explanations are written in nontechnical language any
can understand. Instructional approaches for teaching each standard are based on the author's
own classroom experience, and provides specifics based on real-world applications. Teachers and
principals will find this a solid reference that any educator should have.
The Military Shelf
Military Finances
Cheryl Lawthorne-Scott and Don Philpott
Rowman & Littlefield
4501 Forbes Blvd., Suite 200
Lanham, MD 20706
www.rlpgbooks.com
9781442222144, $34.95, www.rowman.com
MILITARY FINANCES: PERSONAL MONEY MANAGEMENT FOR SERVICE MEMBERS,
VETERANS, AND THEIR FAMILIES offers a fine collection of strategies for handling finances
while serving and when returning to civilian life. Many military members are young with little or
no experience in financial management, and many face frequent deployments and relocations
which interfere with any financial plan. This handbook covers everything from basic banking and
investment to retirement planning, home ownership or rental, creating a family budget, and
paying taxes, and is specific to any military situation. A 'must' for any military family looking to
gain more control over their money and choices.
Osprey Publishing
4301 21st St, Suite 220B
Long Island City, NY 11101
www.ospreypublishing.com
Philip Haythornthwaite's NAPOLEONIC HEAVY CAVALRY & DRAGOON TACTICS (9781849087100, $18.95) receives Adam Hook's excellent color drawings to accompany diagrams, vintage black and white illustrations, and detailed analysis of the military strategies of Napoleonic battles. Heavy cavalry acted as a weapon on such a battlefield, and much depended on morale, timing and strategy laid out in instruction manuals. Period sources from official and personal records lend to an illustrated explanation of how heavy cavalry forces were deployed and equipped, surveying how they fought. Military history readers will find this an exceptional survey. The same audience will also relish Nicholas Millman's KI-27 'NATE' ACES (9781849086622, $22.95), which joins others in Osprey's aircraft series to analyze the successes and evolution of a plane that led the Japanese to successful campaigns in China in 1938. From there its pilots discovered its exceptional qualities during combat aerobatics, and flew the fighter from 1938 to 1941 in the front lines of the Pacific War. Vintage black and white photos and color illustrations throughout document the plane's evolution and encounters in battle in a recommendation for military history and aviation collections alike. Steven J. Zaloga's M10 TANK DESTROYER VS STUG III ASSAULT GUN (9781780960999, $18.95) provides an outstanding survey of the turretless vehicle which served as background support for infantry formations, then evolved to an gunned fighter with formidable firepower during the second world war. Collections strong in this era will find this an in-depth survey of the equipment used during the 11-month campaign surrounding Normandy events, and will welcome the close inspection of a tank destroyer that held its own during the war. Specially commissioned artwork accompanies vintage black and white photos documenting action. Edward M. Young's F4F WILDCAT VS. A6M ZERO-SEN (9781780963228, $18.95) follows the battles that book place between the two crafts in the Pacific arena during 1942, and considers the dogfights, tactics, equipment and battles between the two. Vintage black and white photos blend with some color illustrations to provide a fine survey of the aircraft and their encounters. David Nicolle's MANZIKERT 1071: THE BREAKING OF BYZANTIUM (9781780965031, $21.95) is a pick for any military library strong in ancient history and tells of a large Byzantine army whose particular choice of attack strategy ultimately led to its defeat. The battles at Manzikert are regarded as a turning point in Middle Eastern and world history, and are documented in depth here in a book that includes full color battle scenes, maps, and illustrations throughout. Any military library strong in ancient history and strategy will find this a winner! Robert Kirchubel's OPERATION BARBAROSSA: THE GERMAN INVASION OF SOVIET RUSSIA (9781782004080, $40.00) coves the campaigns and battles of Germany's surprise assault on Russia in 1941, and is a definitive survey of the largest invasion in not just that battle, but in the entire history of warfare. Its objective was to destroy the Soviet Union, and a quick campaign was designed to remove all obstacles to Hitler's regime. Instead Operation Barbarossa failed - but not without exacting an unprecedented toll. Osprey artwork, new maps, and modern photos accompanies in-depth coverage of one of the most definitive battles in World War II history in a reference that should be a 'must' for any military reference collection. Mark Galeotti's RUSSIAN SECURITY AND PARAMILITARY FORCES SINCE 1991 (9781780961057, $18.95) provides a fine history of military forces, artifacts, and techniques of Russian security and paramilitary forces since 1991, and comes from an international authority who considers all kinds of troop units and approaches. Color artwork and photographs throughout document uniforms and equipment alike, and provide a fine survey recommended for military and Russian history collections alike. Leroy Thompson and Peter Dennis' US COMBAT SHOTGUN (9781780960142, $18.95) covers gun manufacturers who produced combat shotguns for U.S. armed forces for various wars, and surveys the evolution of shotguns from early combat weapons to modern times. Color artwork accompanies a fine history of the guns and their development and service, lending to a vivid and well-researched pick recommended for any military or weaponry history collection. Another fine addition for this audience, joining this and others in the 'Weapon' series, is THE FN FAL BATTLE RIFLE (9781780969039, $18.95), which covers the history and development of an assault weapon created in response to the innovative German StG 44 Sturmgewehr, a compact, lightweight weapon which could fire a cartridge much further than its competitors. The Fusil Automatique Leger (or FAL) was developed by Belgium forces for NATO use but was soon adopted by police forces around the globe, and remains in production to this day. A fine survey of the weapon's capabilities makes for an excellent historical review.
The Photography Shelf
Their Fate Is Our Fate
Peter Doherty
The Experiment
260 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3 South
NY, NY 10001 - 6408
www.theexperimentpublishing.com
9781615190911, $14.95, www.amazon.com
Their Fate Is Our Fate: How Birds Foretell threats to Our Health and Our World comes from an
immunologist and a professor who points out that birds detect environmental dangers long before
humans do. He provides accounts of birds around the world and how they have sensed dangers,
showing how birds can be an early warning system for all kinds of threats and offering a call to
action by lay readers who can gather data that depends on the birds around them. Recommended
for science and health collections alike, this examines how birds are important links between
human affairs and environmental health.
Create Erotic Photography
Richard Young
Amherst Media
175 Rano Street, Suite 200
Buffalo, NY 14207-2176
9781608956180, $27.95, www.amherstmedia.com
CREATE EROTIC PHOTOGRAPHY: FIND MODELS, CHOOSE LOCATIONS, DESIGN
GREAT LIGHTING, AND SELL YOUR IMAGES tells how to use simple gear and special
effects to create erotica on a budget, and packs in over 250 image examples in both color and
black and white. All the basic photographer needs is a model, a camera and some light to achieve
superior results capturing the human form: well, that and this guide, which offers ideas and
specific tips for all skill levels. From booking models for a shoot to low-cost post-production
strategies and working at home or in a studio location, CREATE EROTIC PHOTOGRAPHY is
packed with ideas and custom tips perfect for any photographer's collection.
The Art of iPhone Photography
Bob Weil & Nicki Fitzgerald
Rocky Nook
802 East Cota Street, 3rd Floor
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
9781937538187, $44.95, www.rockynook.com
The Art of iPhone Photography: Creating Great Photos and Art on Your iPhone explores how
over forty acclaimed iPhone photographer created some of their most famous, best-known
images - and uses their own words to explore the process of producing superior iPhone
photography. From landscapes to street scenes, portraits to collages and beyond, this tackles the
basics of using the iPhone as an artistic instrument, explores nearly 100 apps that can be used in
the process, and pairs detailed step-by-step tutorials with a gallery of stunning images. The result
is a recommendation for any who would use their iPhone as a tool for achieving better
photographic results.
The Mathematics Shelf
Magnificent Mistakes in Mathematics
Alfred S. Posamentier and Ingmar Lehmann
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2197
9781616147471, $24.00, www.prometheusbooks.com
MAGNIFICENT MISTAKES IN MATHEMATICS provides a lively discussion about
whimsical, ironic, and intriguing mathematical mistakes and is a fine recommendation for leisure
readers and any science and math collection. It comes from seasoned math educators who go
beyond documenting and gathering historical math snafus to consider how these errors in
calculation and thinking went on to affect science, math and education's basic concepts. From
misuse of the concept of infinity to how proof violates the basic concept of 'betweenness',
chapters consider mathematical calculations, concepts, and how errors in calculation translate to
errors in logic and perception. High school to college-level collections need this survey, which
will be perfect for classroom discussion.
Love & Math
Edward Frenkel
Basic Books
c/o Perseus Books Group
11 Cambridge Center, Cambridge, MA 02142
www.perseusbooksgroup.com
9780465050741, $27.99, www.basicbooks.com
LOVE & MATH: THE HEART OF HIDDEN REALITY pairs an autobiography with fascinating
insights into the world of math, and comes from a young professor of mathematics who creates a
case for viewing math as not a singular discipline, but a unifying approach describing and uniting
all of matter. It's about his own discovery of the wonders of math - and how he became involved
in the Langlands Program, which enables researchers to translate findings from one field to
another to solve problems that seemed impossible. His love of math and his fascination for its
methods and applications translate to a celebratory read recommended for general-interest,
mathematics, and science collections alike.
Numbersense
Kaiser Fung
McGraw-Hill Professional
The McGraw Hill Companies
1221 Avenue of the Americas, 45th Floor
New York, NY 10020
9780071799669, $24.00, www.mhprofessional.com
NUMBERSENSE: HOW TO USE BIG DATA TO YOUR ADVANTAGE comes from a
professional statistician who considers big data numbers and how to understand and use them,
and promotes the use of Numbersense - the ability to grasp the basics of numbers, statistics and
analyses. It contends that bigger and bigger amounts of data require a different approach to its
analysis, and uses anecdotes and conclusions pointing out the common fallacies in number
processing. The result is a powerful guide, highly recommended for any involved in business,
science, information processing or any discipline where numbers and technology meet.
Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations
Victor Henner, et.al.
CRC Press
6000 NW Broken Sound Parkway NW, Suite 300
Boca Raton, FL 33487
www.crcpress.com
9781466515000, $89.95, www.amazon.com
Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations provides college-level readers with a comprehensive
textbook covering both ordinary differential equations and partial differential equations, offering
a complete course on both under one cover which makes this a unique contribution to the field.
Examples and exercises accompany software supporting these and a text that covers all the basics
any undergraduate or beginning graduate course will cover in differential equations. This doesn't
require programmer knowledge nor any special computer software outside the disc provided
here, and provides in-depth detail for students in the physical, engineering, biological and math
sciences using examples throughout. Very highly recommended for any college collection
supporting these disciplines.
Introduction To Partial Differential Equations With MATLAB, second edition
Matthew P. Coleman
CRC Press
6000 NW Broken Sound Parkway NW, Suite 300
Boca Raton, FL 33487
9781439898468, $89.95, www.crcpress.com
Matthew P. Coleman's second updated edition of An Introduction To Partial Differential
Equations With MATLAB is a pick for any college-level collection strong in applied
mathematics and nonlinear science, and provides a thorough assessment updated for the latest
mathematical applications. From modeling problems ranging from heat flow to sound waves and
algae spread to equations based on methods of solution and physical and mathematical
applications, this reviews PDEs and their applications and is a pick for advanced math
collections whose patrons have an basic knowledge of multivariable calculus and ODEs. Any
working with MATLAB codes and problem-solving applications need this!
The Judicial Studies Shelf
Dictionary of International Human Rights Law
Constance de la Vega
Edward Elgar Publishing
9 Dewey Court
Northampton, MA 01060-3815
9781849803779, $160.00, www.e-elgar.com
College-level collections strong in human rights references and with a focus on international
legal systems will find Dictionary of International Human Rights Law provides students and
professors alike with a one-volume reference breaking down terms used in discussions of such
laws. From in-depth definitions of torture, the United Nations Trusteeship Council, and
international financial institutions to privacy rights and positive law, this includes
cross-references, discussions of rights, legal entities, and more. The result is a powerful technical
dictionary suitable for any student of international law and social issues.
The Library Science Shelf
Practical Programming
Monique Delatte Starkey
ALA Editions
c/o American Library Association
50 East Huron Street, Chicago, IL 60611
9780838986707, $40.00, www.alastore.ala.org
Practical Programming: The Best of YA-YAAC covers different kinds of programs librarians can
consider to attract young adults, and come from the YA-YAAC online tools sponsored by the
Young Adult Library Services Association. Librarians and staff will find this a basic introduction
to the best new programming ideas of recent years, providing keys to staging events and
conducting games, creating youth services, and coordinating youth opportunities. From activities
to recipes for refreshments, this holds many different approaches and programs librarians can use
to attract teen interest.
The Technology Shelf
Finite Element Modeling Methods for Photonics
B.M. Azizur Rahman and Arti Agrawal
Artech House
685 Canton Street, Norwood, MA 02062
www.artechhouse.com
9781608075317, $159.00, www.artechhouse.com
Finite Element Modeling Methods for Photonics provides a powerful resource describing the
applications of FEM in photonics devices and covers everything from problem-solving
applications to real-world examples and mathematical concepts. Engineers involved in
developing photonic components will find this a powerful guide to the simulation process as a
whole, with chapters including formulas, structure analysis, discussions of different methods and
approaches, and investigations applying different methods to problems. The result is a powerful
technical reference highly recommended for any engineering library.
The Writing/Publishing Shelf
Shady Characters
Keith Houston
W. W. Norton & Company
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110
9780393064421, $25.95, www.wwnorton.com
SHADY CHARACTERS: THE SECRET LIFE OF PUNCTUATION, SYMBOLS AND
OTHER TYPOGRAPHICAL MARKS provides a fine history of punctuation marks, creating a
reference that will appeal not just to literary collections, but those involved in typographic history
and social history alike. It begins with early Alexandria and moves to modern times with its
survey of the evolution and changing use of eleven punctuation marks, linking punctuation
choices with religion, technology, culture and literacy. With its lively dialogue and literary
insights, this is a reference that will appeal across the board from scholarly to general-interest
readers.
The Science Shelf
Signatures of Life
Edward Ashpole
Prometheus Books
59 John Glenn Drive, Amherst, NY 14228-2197
9781616146689, $25.00, www.promeheusbooks.com
SIGNATURES OF LIFE: SCIENCE SEARCHES THE UNIVERSE explores the possible
reasons why scientists have found no evidence supporting intelligent life in the universe, despite
the efforts of SETI's astronomical search of the skies over a period of decades. Is life a universal
phenomenon, or are humans unique? This examines inherent problems involved in scanning the
skies for life, including the challenges of communicating with species in possession of entirely
different technologies. It considers alternate ways of identifying life, discusses the 'signatures of
life' emanating from Earth and how we may be missing signs of alien life both in the universe
and here on Earth. Any interested in the science of extraterrestrial research will find this an
engrossing, revealing survey of possibilities.
The Universal Sense
Seth S. Horowitz, PhD
Bloomsbury Press
175 Fifth Avenue, Suite 315
New York, NY 10010
9781608198832, $17.00, www.bloomsbury.com
THE UNIVERSAL SENSE considers the effects of sound on the brain, and provides both a
scientific and humorous review of how this sense affects not only perception, but the brain's
ability to process thoughts and images. It discusses both ambient and pronounced sounds and
their different effects on the human body, sharing insights about noises, psychology, and the
science of sound as it operates in the human and natural world. With its ramifications for
understanding our universe, this discussion is a recommended pick for science and health
collections alike.
The Christian Studies Shelf
Orbis Books
PO Box 308
Maryknoll, NY 10545-0308
www.orbisbooks.com
James H. Cone's THE CROSS AND THE LYNCHING TREE (9781626980051, $24.00) is a
powerful Christian history about race and religion in America and focuses on the spiritual world
of African Americans. From the history of their evolution in America to the reconciliation of
religion with violence and threats, God's answer the lynching and injustices, and individuals who
engaged blacks about social issues, this pairs an inspirational social history with a survey of
underlying Christian Biblical references that permeated the black community and provided
inspiration and impetus for fostering change. The analysis of faith and race makes for a powerful,
compelling Christian survey important for any spirituality collection. Tim Flinders' JOHN
MUIR: SPIRITUAL WRITINGS (9781626980358, $20.00) combines biography with spiritual
analysis as it surveys the spiritual life inherent in John Muir's writings and connections with
nature. This coverage analyzes Muir's unique form of American spiritual perception and thinking
and covers everything from perceptions of baptism and nature to pilgrimages in the wilderness.
The result is a powerful work that's recommended not just for environmental or nature
collections which are the usual recipients of works by and about Muir, but for spiritual holdings.
Also recommended is Diarmuid O'Murchu's GOD IN THE MIDST OF CHANGE: WISDOM
FOR CONFUSING TIMES (9781626980419, $20.00), which combines religion and science in a
consideration of the author's quest to find a spiritual underlying theory of everything. O'Murchu
is an evolutionary theologian whose works have been discussed in many circles: this fine
coverage analyzes religion, the difference between this and underlying spirituality, and making
sense of the world and God's place in it. Any spiritual holding will welcome this discussion.
The God Who Became Human
Graham A. Cole
IVP Academic
c/o InterVarsity Press
PO Box 1400, Downers Grove, IL 605151426
9780830826315, $22.00, www.ivpress.com/academic
The God Who Became Human: A Biblical Theology of Incarnation is a recommendation for
academic collections strong in biblical analysis and considers themes in theology and the roles
and events key to understanding Christianity. From the purpose of creation and its underlying
divine image contention to God's acts in Israel's history and the language and image of God as a
creator and voice, this considers the transformation of God to a human word accessible to all, and
uses New Testament answers to consider the basic question of why God became man.
Collections strong in scholarly Christian theology will find this a perfect choice.
One With Christ
Marcus Peter Johnson
Crossway Books
1300 Crescent Street, Wheaton, IL 60187
9781433531491, $19.99, www.crossway.org
ONE WITH CHRIST: AN EVANGELICAL THEOLOGY OF SALVATION uses the Scriptures
and church history to consider salvation and the basics of redemption with the living Christ, and
is a recommendation for Christian collections looking for a theology centered around the
salvation process. Chapters cover everything from the passive obedience of Christ to the meaning
of being 'justified', sanctifications in Christ, and the Church's role in manifesting a living Christ.
Christian scholars will find this a wonderful theological analysis.
Discovering Trinity in Disability
Myroslaw Tataryn & Maria Truchan-Tataryn
Orbis Books
PO Box 308, Maryknoll, NY 10545-0308
9781626980372, $20.00, www.orbisbooks.com
Discovering Trinity in Disability: A Theology for Embracing Differences comes from a
Ukrainian priest and a wife who specializes in disability studies who are themselves parents of
disabled children, and thus provides a unique blend of spiritual and social observation and
analysis of Gospel teachings and disability issues. From a history of Scripture from Hebrew to
modern times to how modern churches and society view social and individual models of
disability, this packs in a fine analysis that advocates building inclusive communities and
spiritual teachings, and will find a home in any library strong in religious discussions of
disability.
From Times Square to Timbuktu
Wesley Granberg-Michaelson
Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
2140 Oak Industrial Drive, NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
9780802869685, $20.00, www.eerdmans.com
From Times Square to Timbuktu: The Post-Christian West Meets the Non-Western Church
explores the lasting consequences of the shift in modern Christianity from Europe to a point near
Timbuktu in Africa, and considers how changing centers of religious power have affected North
America in its efforts to rebuild Christian unity. This focus on different efforts and purposes
between north and south offers fine analysis of the church structure and approaches
differentiating each. The result begins with a global perspective but offers important analysis of
North and South religious communities perfect for any spiritual history collection.
Toward an Ecology of Transfiguration
John Chryssavgis & Bruce V. Foltz, Editors
Fordham University Press
2546 Belmont Avenue
University Box L, Bronx, NY 10458-5172
9780823251452, $35.00, www.fordhampress.com
Toward an Ecology of Transfiguration: Orthodox Christian Perspectives on Environment,
Nature, and Creation provides a fine anthology contributing to scholarly writings on religion and
ecology, and is an essay collection recommended for this audience. It connects ecological to
spiritual crisis, offering analysis of Christian perspectives, orthodoxy, and the environment and
nature, and it provides religious academics with discussions of human and world image,
orthodoxy, the history of ecopolitics and church involvements, and much more. A fine guide for
any scholarly Christian reader concerned about environmental issues!
The Fiction Shelf
Game: A Thriller
Anders de la Motte
Atria Books
c/o Simon & Schuster
1230 Avenue of the Americas, NY, NY 10020
9781476712888, $15.00, www.simonandschuster.com
Author Anders de la Motte has worked as a police officer and an IT security director, and now
works as an international security consultant: all these jobs lends to a powerful thriller telling of
one Henrick Pettersson, a slacker who finds a mobile phone on a train from an unknown
company and receives messages addressed to him inviting him to play a secret game. Of course
Henrick jumps at the opportunity - and finds himself involved in an increasingly complex game
involving criminal acts and pranks; all of which are filmed and uploaded onto a protected server
where viewers rate his performance. A Game Master oversees all behind the scenes; but when the
game becomes all too real, it's up to the unlikely Henrick and his sister, a bodyguard with many
secrets and fears, to overcome the layers of unreality the game is imposing on his life. Can
Rebecca solve the puzzle of the game's real purpose before Henrick loses touch with reality and
endangers them all? A fine story evolves, perfect for fans of high technology thrillers.
The Mystery/Suspense Shelf
Cold Tuscan Stone
David P. Wagoner
Poisoned Pen Press
6962 E. First Ave., #103, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
9781464201905, $24.95, www.poisonedpenpress.com
Cold Tuscan Stone provides a new Rick Montoya Italian mystery and tells of Rick's move from
New Mexico to Rome, where he's beginning to settle into the life of a translator when he's tapped
for an unofficial undercover role posing as a buyer for a gallery to uncover relic traffickers. What
begins as a simple sting operation turns into a murder investigation when a gallery employee's
murder involves Rick in a dangerous series of cat-and-mouse games. Mystery holdings will find
this a fine chronicle.
The Darling Dahlias and the Texas Rose
Susan Wittig Albert
Berkeley Prime Crime
c/o Penguin Group (USA)
375 Hudson Street, 4th floor
New York, NY 10014
9780425260586, $25.95, www.penguin.com
The southern ladies are at it again: this time the Darling Dahlias face a flying circus visit to
Darling, Alabama and a saboteur who is bent on being sure the visit turns into murderous
disaster. What makes the Dahlias stories stand out from the crowd is an attention to colorful
Southern scenes, culture, and interactions which are unexpected and fun. In addition to a
mystery, readers receive a solid dose of Southern hospitality and gentle interactions which makes
this a special pick for any harboring an affection for Southern culture.
The Biography Shelf
Cowboy Stuntman
Dean Smith with Mike Cox
Texas Tech University Press
PO Box 41037, Lubbock, TX 79409-1037
9780896727892, $29.95, www.ttupress.org
COWBOY STUNTMAN: FROM OLYMPIC GOLD TO THE SILVER SCREEN follows author
Dean Smith's career as a cowboy turned Hollywood stuntman, and provides a powerful
autobiography surveying the family and career elements that influenced his career. From his
encounters with the movie industry to how he got the chance to re-create some of the most
powerful Western scenes in film, this creates a lively page-turner packed with encounters, events,
high drama, and all the elements of a powerful read. While fans of cowboy memorabilia and
insights will be the most likely readers of his autobiography, any interested in Hollywood stunt
actors will also find COWBOY STUNTMAN packed with insights on the industry in general and
stunt work in particular.
Hanns and Rudolf
Thomas Harding
Simon & Schuster
1230 Avenue of the Americas, 14th fl.
NY, NY 10020
9781476711843, $26.00, www.simonsays.com
HANNS AND RUDOLF: THE TRUE STORY OF THE GERMAN JEW WHO TRACKED
DOWN AND CAUGHT THE COMMANDANT OF AUSCHWITZ will reach readers of World
War II history as well as readers of biographies, and tells the story of two Germans whose lives
involved tracking down one of the most brutal war criminals of the times. The author first
discovered that his own great-uncle was a Nazi hunter only after the man's death in 2006. Over
the next six years, Harding read through hundreds of archives, interviewed survivors, and even
traveled to Auschwitz. His investigation into the search for Hoss moves from past to present in
covering the history of the war, concentration camps, and the events which led two respected
men who loved their country to become symbols of evil. The result is a powerful study
recommended for any reader of World War II history.
The Travel Shelf
Lonely Planet Publications
150 Linden Street
Oakland CA 94607
www.lonelyplanet.com
James Bainbridge, et.al.'s SOUTH AFRICA, LESOTHO & SWAZILAND (9781741798005,
$27.99) provides a fine take-along tote for any destination visitor and considers Africa's
southernmost trip of areas. New research, small easy to use maps, and revised coverage of small
towns, local offerings, and sights and activities keep this a fine, current reference guide highly
recommended for any planning a trip to the region that goes beyond the usual South Africa
borders to neighboring areas. Carolyn McCarthy researches PANAMA (9781742200125, $24.99)
and covers everything from beaches to rainforests, providing a strong independent traveler's
guide that considers byways and the latest areas for any who would travel throughout the country.
From places to stay and eat on a budget to detailed descriptions of surrounding areas, this is a
'must' for any who would visit Panama on their own. Independent travelers will also relish Chris
Rowthorn, et.al.'s weighty JAPAN (9781742204147, $29.99), which explores the basics of travel
throughout the country and uses the combined experiences of some 40 years of journeying by the
collaborator authors involved. From sleeping and eating in small villages to local attractions and
sights, this is a solid reference for any interested in Japanese culture and unique opportunities.
Regis St. Louis, et.al.'s SOUTH AMERICA ON A SHOESTRING (9781741798944, $39.99)
comes from experts who live and work in South America and has been updated to include a new
itineraries chapter with photos, discussions of many active outdoors opportunities from hiking to
rafting, and presents a vast range of ratings for accommodations and places to eat to appeal to
active, independent travelers. At over 1,000 pages this is no slim tote - but then, it covers all of
South America: perfect for journeyers who plan on visiting more than one country and who want
a larger guidebook than the smaller regional coverages can offer.
Traveler's Tales
2320 Bowdoin Street
Palo Alto, CA 94306
www.travelerstales.com
Any interested in solid armchair travel readers will find two books exceptional, lively coverages
packed with true stories from travelers braver - and zanier - than most. Marcy Gordon edits
LEAVE THE LIPSTICK TAKE THE IGUANA: FUNNY TRAVEL STORIES AND STRANGE
PACKING TIPS (9781609520533, $16.95), a fun set of humorous stories about some
eye-opening travel experiences. From a hunt for apes in Paris to an Indian wedding which is
anything but like the movies, this is packed with hilarious travel encounters that will leave
readers both laughing and glad to be safely at home. Volume 8 of Lavinia Spalding's THE BEST
WOMEN'S TRAVEL WRITING: TRUE STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
(9781609520595, $19.95) provides both fun and serious encounters and is a pick for both travel
and women's issues collections. It is filled with accounts of holidays gone awry, close cultural
encounters, and experiences that are narrated from and involve a woman's unique perspective,
and it makes for lively and involving armchair enjoyment. The result are collections that offer
outstanding stories of real experiences, recommended for any travel library looking for literary
accounts of world journeys.
The Computer Shelf
SQL for Dummies, eighth edition
Allan G. Taylor
For Dummies
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9781118607961, $29.99, www.dummies.com
SQL for Dummies teaches the basics of creating more powerful databases using SQL and covers
the core language and everything needed to create a database design. From storing information in
a relational database structure to keeping data safe from hacking or manipulation, this appears in
its eighth updated edition to cover all the basics of database language and manipulation
processes. From using SQL on the Internet to avoiding 10 common mistakes, this is a 'bible' of
SQL information and is a 'must' for any using the language in any form. The author is a 25-year
industry veteran who lectures nationally on databases: his instructions are clear, based on
real-world applications, and cover everything one needs to know about SQL's applications.
OpenGL ES2 for Android
Pragmatic Programmers
2831 Eldorado Parkway, #103-381
Frisco, TX 75033-7438
www.pragprog.com
Developers who want the basics of how to create graphics on Android will find Kevin Brothaler's
OpenGL ES2 for Android (9781937785345, $38.00) a fine handbook for using the newly
released OpenGL ES 3 version and making full use of its advanced effects and applications.
From linear algebra and creating three-dimensional special effects to building landscapes then
using them for 3-D wallpaper projects, charts and color illustrations and examples throughout
offer a basic coverage of tips and tricks for using OpenGL more effectively. Any developer
looking for such tips will find this a solid pick. Eewei Chen's 101 Design Ingredients to Solve
Big Tech Problems (9781937785321, $36.00) helps technology teams identify problems and
solutions to design. Over a hundred problem-solving ingredients are arranged here by project
stages and created to provide formulas to business success, complete with examples on how
companies used these formulas to solve specific business issues. The result is a tested series of
design specifics perfect for any collection strong in project management, business design
applications, or IT.
Tableau 8: The Official Guide
George Peck
McGraw Hill Professional
1221 Avenue of the Americas, 45th Floor
NY, NY 10020
9780071816786, $40.00, www.mhprofessional.com
Tableau 8: The Official Guide provides an outstanding survey on how to create and distribute
rich data visualizations and interactive BI dashboards and gathers best practices needed for any
business intelligence project. From navigating Tableau's interface and using data fields to
displaying maps, adding calculations and charts, and combining data sources to produce
exceptional visual displays, this provides a step-by-step focus on creating better business
communications between end users and entities, and comes with videos that demonstrate the
techniques and sample Tableau workbooks on a disc. Business and IT professionals alike will
find this an important survey!
Sitepoint
c/o O'Reilly & Associates, Inc.
1005 Gravenstein, Hwy N.
Sebastopol, CA 95472-2811
www.oreilly.com, www.sitepoint/com
Two new 'Jump Start' titles provide fine basic introductions to getting started in programs and
teaches the basics in just a weekend of study. Don Nguyen's JUMP START NODE JS
(0987332104, $24.95) shows how to develop and work within a dynamic node.js application,
from assembling pieces of a new account to understanding the simplicity of setup code and
handling different style codes. Sidebars of information and illustrations clarify the code examples
throughout. Earle Castledine's JUMP START COFFEE SCRIPT (9780987247827, $24.95)
teaches web developers how to work with CoffeeScript, which is altering how JavaScript is
written. From working with loops and structuring code to understanding CoffeeScript basics and
applying them to real-world solutions, this is packed with clear step-by-step explanations backed
by code examples throughout. Both are solid references for any computer collection!
jQuery, CSS3, and HTML5 for Mobile and Desktop Devices
O. Camesato
Mercury Learning
22841 Quicksilver Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
9781938549038, $51.95, www.merclearning.com
jQuery, CSS3, and HTML5 for Mobile and Desktop Devices: a Primer includes a DVD with all
the source code and images from the text and provides a basic primer on all the features of
HTML5, CSS3 graphics, jQuery and jQuery Mobile, and shows programmers with some prior
knowledge how to create better code and graphics. Examples help show how to create mobile
Web applications and how to create animation effects, with chapters covering all the new
features of the latest researches and how they apply to web programming efforts. The result is a
'must' for any programmer looking to get to the next level.
Computer: A History of the Information Machine, third edition
Martin Campbell-Kelly, et.al.
Westview Press
2465 Central Avenue, Boulder, CO 80301
9780813345901, $42.00, www.westviewpress.com
Computer: A History of the Information Machine explores the development of computer science
from its early roots as a theory to its modern incarnation in mobile computing, and is a 'must' for
any studying the computer's history and evolution. A historical coverage analyzes different forms
of early computers, applications, and their evolution beginning in the 1800s and covers all the
key innovations affecting computer science today. This third updated edition updates all
information on modern computing trends and makes for a top pick for any student of technology
and computer history.
The Social Issues Shelf
Privilege: A Reader, third edition
Michael S. Kimmel & Abby L. Ferber
Westview Press
2465 Central Avenue, Boulder, CO 80301
9780813348711, $39.00, www.westviewpress.com
Privilege: A Reader appears in its third updated edition to explore elements of gender, class,
disability and religion in the process of considering privilege and oppression, and provides new
and recast readings to reflect the latest research in the area. Ten new readings have been added,
sections have been revamped, and material has been tweaked to make readings more vivid and
diverse. The result is a highly recommended reader for any collection strong in social analysis
and issues of race, class, gender, and social structure.
Word of Mouse
Marc Ostrofsky
Simon and Schuster
1230 Avenue of the Americas, 14th fl.
NY, NY 10020
9781451668407, $24.99, www.simonandschuster.com
WORD OF MOUSE: 101+ TRENDS IN HOW WE BUY, SELL, LIVE, LEARN, WORK AND
PLAY blends computer insights with social and technological approaches to everything from
shopping and education to health and safety, and teaches parents how to bridge the digital gap
with kids by using social media, consumers how to make better shopping decisions using the 20
best mobile apps, and general users how to understand modern digital classroom approaches.
Technology goes beyond computer use to cover GPS collar tags for pets and even selling crafts
with the aid of a smartphone app. The result is a solid coverage of all kinds of technological
innovations and how they can work to improve daily lives, and is a pick for any consumer or
social issues holding.
The Psychology Shelf
From Like to Love for Young People with Asperger's Syndrome
Tony Attwood and Michelle Garnett
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
400 Market Street, Suite 400
Philadelphia, PA 19106
9781849054362, $19.95, www.jkp.com
From Like to Love for Young People With Asperger's Syndrome: Learning How to Express and
Enjoy Affection With Family and Friends comes from two world leaders in Asperger's and
provides parents and caregivers with insights and training on how to teach children to identify the
words and gestures that transmit affection. Activities are designed to help adults work with
children in teaching these basic gestures, and are supplemented by insights that lead to greater
understanding of the Asperger's child's special perceptions and challenges in the world. Any
collection strong in parenting special needs children will find this a top addition.
The Health/Medicine Shelf
Spillover
David Quammen
W. W. Norton & Company
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110
9780393346619, $16.95, www.wwnorton.com
Spillover: Animal Infections and the Next Human Pandemic provides an outstanding survey of
the next human pandemic which the author maintains is likely to b caused by zoonotic virus - one
that jumps from a wild animal to infect its human host. David Quammen has tracked this subject
around the world from Africa to China, reports on researchers who work in space and in labs
studying lethal viruses, and how other diseases such as Ebola and SARS have gained footholds.
His is a powerful survey that makes the case for a dangerous possibility that is coming closer
every day, and is a 'must' for science and health collections alike.
Caring for Children Who Have Severe Neurological Impairment
Julie M. Hauer, MD
Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
9781421409375, $34.95, www.press.jhu.edu
Caring for Children Who Have Severe Neurological Impairment promotes shared decision
making between family caregivers and healthcare providers and details all aspect of medical care,
from handling pain and feeding problems to respiratory issues. Case studies and stories show
how different families approach the overall and specific issues involved in high-maintenance
caregiving routines for such children, while scientific information and the latest health research is
clearly explained. Diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to a variety of problems are examined
in a fine health guide highly recommended for any caring for disabled children.
The Crafts Shelf
North Light Books
c/o F+W Media
700 East State Street
Iola WI 54945
www.artistsnetwork.com
Mark and Mary Willenbrink's DRAWING NATURE FOR THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER
(9781440323555, $22.99) provides a fine step-by-step beginner's course on drawing nature that
assumes no prior artistic experience, and is a fine pick for any who would learn basic sketching,
textures, and values using nature scenes as a reference point. From drawing individual features -
rocks, butterflies and flowers - to incorporating them into overall nature landscapes, this
reference leaves nothing to wonder and provides such easy sketches that even those with little
background will find themselves producing startlingly-authentic results in a minimum of time.
Highly recommended! Lian Quan Zhen's CHINESE LANDSCAPE PAINTING TECHNIQUES
FOR WATERCOLOR (9781440322655, $29.99) is a fine art guide for any collection strong in
watercolor art and teaches how to blend techniques and materials to produce lovely yet simple
landscapes. 12 complete demonstrations show how to capture a range of seasonal landscapes
while 15 step-by-step exercises provide the basics of watercolor use. Black and white line
drawings and color photos of finished results provide clear art insights and are often
accompanied by bonuses, such as a website available to download a free bonus demonstration of
a watercolor. The result is an outstanding pick, highly recommended for any arts and crafts
library providing the basics to beginners!
The Woodworking Shelf
Hogbin on Woodturning
Stephen Hogbin
Fox Chapel Publishing Company
1970 Broad Street N., East Petersburg, PA 17520
9781565237520, $24.99, www.foxchapelpublishing.com
Hogbin on Woodturning: Masterful Projects Uniting Purpose, Form & Technique comes from a
legendary woodturner whose exhibition of unique turnings changed the industry in the early
1970s. His method of cutting apart, reassembling and carving pieces revolutionized crafter usage
of the lathe and resulted in internationally-acclaimed works. This manual is the first time Hogbin
has described his techniques in a step-by-step project format designed for other woodworkers to
emulate, and provides keys to reproducing twelve of his masterpieces. Projects from walking
sticks to bowls make for lovely basis for enhancing woodturning methods, while color photos of
all works accompany fine insights into his craft. Any woodworking or crafts collection MUST
have this definitive reference from a renowned expert!
The Business Shelf
The Board of Directors and Audit Committee Guide to Fiduciary Responsibilities
Sheila Moran, CPA, CFE
Ronald Kral, CPA, CMA
Amacom Books
1601 Broadway, New York, NY 10019
9780814431665, $34.95, www.amacombooks.org
The Board of Directors and Audit Committee Guide to Fiduciary Responsibilities reviews ten
steps to protecting an organization and is directed to those Americans who serve on board or
audit committees of organizations. Over three million Americans serve in this capacity, and the
position involves risk and major duties. As there's increasingly less leeway for error and omission
in the process, with individual board or audit committee members being held liable for
wrongdoing, this book becomes even more essential as a solid reference for any who would
understand the processes, duties, and crucial action steps for serving on such a committee. Very
highly recommended!
What Happened to Goldman Sachs
Steven G. Mandis
Harvard Business Review Press
60 Harvard Way, Boston, MA 02163
9781422194195, $28.00, www.hbr.org/books
What Happened to Goldman Sachs: An Insider's Story of Organizational Drift and its Unintended
Consequences charts the evolution of the firm and how it changed from an ethical base to a legal
base when it became a leading global corporation. In the course of charting this 'drift' it reveals
what caused Goldman to move away from its foundations, and uses the author's firsthand
experience, research, and analysis of SEC and other filings as well as interviews with former
clients to pair a strong story with financial and ethical analysis. Any interested in Goldman
history will find this a solid foundation for classroom discussion.
Starting an Etsy Business for Dummies, second edition
Kate Gatski and Kate Shoup
For Dummies
c/o Wiley Professional Trade Group
111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030-5774
9781118590249, $19.99, www.fordummies.com
Starting an Etsy Business for Dummies tells how to use etsy.com to sell handmade goods, crafts
and vintage items, and tells how to build an Etsy shop and promote it. This second updated
edition covers all the basics, from understanding the Etsy model and signing up for an account to
selling items, understanding what can and can't be sold on Etsy, and marketing an Etsy business.
Any business collection interested in online marketing strategies must have this!
Great Work
David Stuart
McGraw-Hill Professional
1221 Avenue of the Americas, 45th Floor
NY, NY 10020
9780071818353, $25.00, www.mhprofessional.com
GREAT WORK: HOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE PEOPLE LOVE comes from the O.C.
Tanner Institute, a division of a leading global provider of employee recognition systems, and
covers the five basic things people do to make a difference that attract others to their efforts. The
focus is on 'great work' and what makes work great, and covers the skill sets and activities that
differentiate this kind of work for ordinary basics. These are skills any can learn - and are
covered here, in a discussion of strategies perfect for employees and business readers.
The Cookbook Shelf
Made at Home
Dick & James Strawbridge
Octopus Publishing
236 Park Avenue, New York NY 10017
9781845336561, $19.99, www.octopuspublishing.com
MADE AT HOME: VEGETABLES comes from a father/son team who host a popular BBC TV
series and here shows how to grow, harvest, preserve and cook with seasonable vegetables. From
choosing the best ingredients to using a small space to produce big results, MADE AT HOME:
VEGETABLES assumes no prior knowledge of growing or cooking and offers step-by-step
coverage for all kinds of garden produce. Recipes are simple and pair color photos with sidebars
of at-a-glance information to make the most of a garden's bounty. Newcomers to vegetables will
find this a winning introduction.
Triple Slow Cooker Entertaining
Kathy Moore & Roxanne Wyss
Robert Rose Inc.
120 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 800
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4P 1E2
97890778804444, $24.95, www.robertrose.ca
Plenty of cookbooks cover slow cooker recipes and some advocate using the cooker for
entertaining, but this differs in exploring the approach of a 'triple slow cooker': one cooker with
three stoneware vessels. With triple cookers you can cook three dishes simultaneously and keep
them warm for a party - and this cookbook provides not only recipes but menu plans for all kinds
of occasions, from child's birthday party to Halloween and seasonal entertaining. Dips, meatball
main dishes, salsas, snacks, and finger foods are all explored with this specific set-up in mind,
making for a top pick for owners of a triple slow cooker set-up who want entertainment-specific
dishes.
The Complete Cook's Country TV Show Cookbook
Christopher Kimball & Cook's Country Editors
America's Test Kitchen
9781936493531, $29.95, www.americastestkitchen.com
The Complete Cook's Country TV Show Cookbook is published to coincide with the TV show's
6th season and includes recipes and tests from all five seasons. This cookbook is strong on
presenting fool-proof, tested comfort foods such as Honey Fried Chicken, Baltimore Pit Beef,
and much more, taking regional American favorite dishes and making them accessible to home
cooks. There's over 50 pages of an in-depth shopper's guide to ingredients and equipment, over
250 recipes, and insights into how they were tested to achieve predictable, assured success. Fans
of the TV series, especially, now can enjoy their favorite recipes in one convenient
cookbook.
Agate Surrey
c/o Agate Publishing
1328 Greenleaf Street
Evanston, IL 60202
www.agatepublishing.com
J.M. Hirsch and Michelle Hirsch's VENTURESOME VEGAN COOKING: BOLD FLAVORS
FOR PLANT-BASED MEALS (9781572841147, $19.95) is packed with insights on how to
make vegan dishes that are easy to prepare and packed with flavor, and includes a wealth of main
dish and side dishes dedicated to healthier eating. From Maple-Curried Carrots and Pasta Spirals
with Creamy Potato and Artichoke Sauce to Creamy Tomato and Rice Soup and Couscous Curry
with Dried Fruit, these dishes often take under 30 minutes to prepare from start to finish, include
tips for quicker cooking - such as what skillet to select - and are accompanied by a liberal
peppering of color photos throughout for added embellishment. Any vegetarian will relish the
different, flavorful dishes! Paula Haney's THE HOOSIER MAMA BOOK OF PIE: DELUXE
RECIPES (9781572841437, $29.95) provides an excellent cookbook from one of Chicago
Avenue's best bakeries, Hoosier Mama Pie Company, and presents dishes that range from sweet
to savory. The company specializes in artisanal pies made with season and local ingredients, and
their cookbook reflects this focus, pairing recipes with step-by-step color photos when techniques
need embellishing. The result is a pie cookbook accessible to all levels of cook, and
recommended for any cookbook collection.
Charcuterie
Michael Ruhlman & Brian Polcyn
W. W. Norton & Company
500 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10110
9780393240054, $35.00, www.wwnorton.com
CHARCUTERIE: THE CRAFT OF SALTING, SMOKING, AND CURING provides a fine
in-depth update of the original 2005 publication of CHARCUTERIE which promoted home
curing. This update assures this book will remain the 'bible' of its genre, providing an
authoritative guide to the home curing culinary movement that involves curing meats and making
sausage, pates and confits. It provides reviews of key practices and different kinds of curing
methods, it provides recipes for all kinds of sausages and charcuterie and their use in specific
dishes, and it even includes innovative recipes such as a grilled vegetable terrine. Don't expect a
'quick' cookbook: these methods require time and a basic culinary interest. But don't expect this
to be a cookbook limited to professional viewing only. Do expect a clear guide to the genre,
packed with color photos and step-by-step procedures, along with discussions of what works,
how, and why.
The Needlecraft Shelf
Lace One-Skein Wonders
Judith Durant, editor
Storey Publishing
210 Mass MoCA Way
North Adams, MA 01247
9781612120584, $18.95, www.storey.com
Lace One-Skein Wonders gathers contributions from lace workers around the world and provides
a collection of over a hundred lace projects, each using just one skein of yarn. It's arranged by
project type and includes close-ups of stitching patterns and charts, and provides lace groups for
knitters of all levels who want to use lace in the creation of hats, home decor and more. Different
yarn weights and applications are reviewed in a fine gathering of projects perfect for knitters
seeking more detail and specifics on lace embellishments, paired with projects and color
examples throughout.
Organic Fiber Dyeing
Max Hamrick
American Quilter's Society
PO Box 3290, Paducah, KY 42002-3290
9781604601114, $24.95, www.americanquilter.com
Organic Fiber Dyeing: The Colonial Williamsburg Method provides details on color-dyeing
fabric techniques used by 18th century Williamsburg people, and covers nontoxic dyeing
methods used in traditional ways. Nine natural color sources are revealed in 'recipes' that
demonstrate how to create 14 colors for all kinds of fabrics, textiles and yarn. Photos by Barbara
Lombardi round out the information and provide fine embellishment to a lovely book highly
recommended for any fiber artist interested in learning non-toxic and old dyeing sources and
methods.
Martingale
19021 Avenue NE
Bothell, WA 98011
www.shopmartingale.com
Cindy Lammon's SIMPLY MODERN CHRISTMAS: FRESH QUILTING PATTERNS FOR
THE HOLIDAYS (9781604682182, $24.99) is a pick for crafts and needlework collections alike
and provides 14 projects that use traditional and modern fabrics to create designs for either
Christmas gift-giving or year-round celebrations. From a tree skirt and holiday stockings to
lovely quilts, this shows how to incorporate quilting patterns into holiday motifs, and how to
spruce up results for seasonal applications. A lovely survey evolves, perfect for year-round
needleworker efforts. Kim Diehl's SIMPLE BLESSINGS: 14 QUILTS TO GRACE YOUR
HOME (9781564775191, $27.99) is for any quilter who wants to incorporate quilts into a home
deign and features an array of bed quilt, lap quilt and wall hanging projects that show how to
make the most of home decor and quilt design. Tips range from how to use simpler techniques to
polish the process to choosing borders and patterns that compliment a home's decor. The result is
a fine survey, highly recommended for any needlework collection.
The Fantasy/SciFi Shelf
The Last President
John Barnes
Ace Books
c/o Penguin Group (USA)
375 Hudson Street, 4th floor
New York, NY 10014
9781937007157, $26.95, www.penguin.com
The Last President offers the third book in Barnes' series about a post-apocalyptic U.S. and tells
of a small band of survivors who attempt to reconstruct the U.S. and civilization after the event
known as Daybreak, which has destroyed technology and sent mankind back to the dark ages. For
over a year Heather has struggled to form a government: now she and her band are in place to
restart a new President, Congress and a new Constitution. The only problem is, some opposing
forces don't welcome any form of government, and her attempts may only succeed in destroying
a slowly-blossoming civilization. Another fine Daybreak saga is especially recommended for
prior fans of the story.
Vicious
V.E. Schwab
Tor
c/o Tor/Forge Books
175 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010
9780765335340, $24.99, www.tor-forge.com
VICIOUS provides a powerful novel of greed and power struggles, is set in a near-future world,
and creates characters whose powers don't lend to heroic acts. Victor and Eli began as college
roommates who came to appreciate each other's talents: a shared research interest in the
supernatural and adrenaline results in experiments with superpowers - and abilities that don't lend
to good results. Ten years later Victor breaks out of prison and Eli is on a mission to destroy any
super-powered person he finds. Their conflicts could change the world in the gripping saga,
recommended for science fiction readers.
The Music Shelf
Mr. B: The Music & Life of Billy Eckstine
Cary Ginell
Hal Leonard
c/o Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing
33 Plymouth St, Suite 302, Montclair, NJ 07042
9781458419604, $18.99, www.halleonardbooks.com
Mr. B: The Music & Life of Billy Eckstine provides a fine biography of a 1950s singer who was
one of the most popular in America. Known as "Mr. B.", he made his name singing the hits of
others, formed an orchestra in 1944 that included the greatest stars in bebop jazz, and became a
superstar - and yet, he fought for recognition and respect during the segregated music world of
the 1940s and 1950s, and never achieved the recognition he should have to become America's
first black romantic singer. This biography considers his life, achievements, and how he
influenced many singers, and is a pick for any music history collection.
Roll Me Up And Smoke Me When I Die
Willie Nelson
William Morrow
c/o HarperCollins Publishers
10 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022-5299
www.williammorrow.com
9780062293312, $14.99, www.amazon.com
Roll Me Up And Smoke Me When I Die: Musings from the Road features art work by musician
Willie Nelson's son as it captures the words and reflections of a country singer who has decades
of experience playing and promoting his music. From his early and later influences to family
relationships, feelings about politics and playing, his past relationships and interests outside the
music world, this captures the essence of Nelson's life and belief, packages it in a lively dialogue,
and makes for a top pick for any already interested in Nelson and his world.
The Audiobook Shelf
Highbridge Audio Books
201 Sixth Street SE, Suite 220
Minneapolis, MN 55414
www.highbridgeaudio.com
Sue Scott's SERIOUSLY SILLY (9781622310074, $16.95) is an audio listen highly
recommended for any Prairie Home Companion listener and provides the humor and
observations of Sue Scott, a radio actor whose best works are gathered. Sue acts out a variety of
parts and personalities and provides some 14 sketches and bits heard over the years on live
Prairie Home Companion broadcasts. Fans will recognize her voice and appreciate her style in a
fun presentation recommended for any audio collection. Garrison Keillor's LAKE WOBEGON
FAMILY REUNION: SELECTED STORIES (9781622312931, $29.95) is quite different,
presenting primarily monologs from Keillor about life in the Midwest that have been
hand-picked from over 15 previously released collections and some 40 years of A Prairie Home
Companion live broadcasts. Four discs provide fun Thomas H. Cook's SANDRINE'S CASE
(9781611749816, $34.95) provides a powerful reading by Brian Holsopple, who brings to life an
unusual love story in the form of a courtroom drama and mystery. Samuel and his wife Sandrine
had a tranquil life until one night Sandrine is found dead in their bed - and Samuel is accused of
her murder. As more facts come to life, Samuel confronts an insurmountable wave of town
resentment and convictions that he's the killer - and also uncovers facts about her that bring him
newfound appreciation for the person she was. A wonderful blend of mystery and romance
makes for an exceptional listen! Robert Morgan's THE ROAD FROM GAP CREEK
(9781622312337, $34.95) presents the Richards family, who lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains,
and charts their evolution as World War II invades their isolated world and brings their boys out
into the world to fight. It's a compelling story of the entwined lives and perspectives of peoples
who have lived generations with little but their own connections to each other and the world, and
it provides a gripping saga that not only outlines the changed perspectives and experiences of a
small community, but how isolation and war invade and ultimately change those lives. It's a
powerful story highly recommended for any audio collection, and springs to life under Emma
Galvin's smooth and evocative rendition.
Random House Audio Books
c/o The Random House Publishing Group
1745 Broadway, 5th floor
New York, NY 10019
www.randomhouseaudio.com
Lee Child's NEVER GO BACK (978030749666, $45.00) provides a fine new Jack Reacher
thriller and tells of a former military cop who journeys to the headquarters of his old unit to meet
a new commanding officer - only to find many puzzles affect both his professional and personal
life. Lured back to a fold which has substantially changed, Jack discovers threats to his world that
all hinge on him finding his new commanding officer before disaster strikes. A fine
cat-and-mouse hunting game begins, spiced with veteran narrator Dick Hill's fine voice and
ability to transmit drama. Marianne Szegedy-Maszak's I KISS YOUR HANDS MANY TIMES:
HEARTS. SOULS. AND WARS IN HUNGARY (9780449010136, $45.00) is narrated by the
author and provides a winning survey of her parents, who met and fell in love in Budapest. Her
father survived Dachau, sought out his love after nearly two years without contact, and reunited
with her in a devastated Budapest in 1945 where they were wed. This family memoir traces an
incredible journey through war-torn Europe and is a blend of personal autobiography and
analysis of Hungary's relationship to the world. Shawn Achor's BEFORE HAPPINESS
(9780804127899, $35.00) receives the seasoned voice of actor Mike Chamberlain, whose brings
a smooth and passionate rendition to this self-help title focusing on positive change and why
happiness leads to greater success on all levels. This audio builds on the author's prior concepts
explored in THE HAPPINESS ADVANTAGE and considers what comes before happiness and
success - and how human potential evolves and is changed by world experience. The result
includes five proven strategies for changing one's perspective to be positive. Any self-help
collection needs this!
Hachette Audio
237 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10017-0010
www.hachetteaudio.com
Nicholas Sparks' THE LONGEST RIDE (9781619691384, $35.00) enjoys a vivid dual narration
by New York voice and stage actress January LaVoy and seasoned author and Broadway actor
Ron McLarty as it tells of Ira Levinson, alone in the world at 91 years old and stranded after a car
crash. It is then that his beloved wife, who passed away nine years ago, comes to him in a vision
and reviews their life together as a means of keeping him alive. At the same time a college
senior's life is about to change when she meets a new love and anticipates the many changes
romance will bring. How these four lives entwine makes for a vivid story spiced with insight and
revelation. Also enjoy the abridged version narrated by the same readers (9781619691841,
$23.00), covering the highlights of the story. Joyce Meyer's GOD IS NOT MAD AT YOU
(9781611132625, $27.00) receives a vivid reading by Meyer's youngest daughter Sandra
McCollom, who brings to life this audio account of Meyer's exploration of connections between
a loving parent and a stern judge. Christians responded to her "God's not mad at you" post on
Facebook in such quantity that she's expanded her concept here, creating a vivid analysis of how
God's love can be experienced on new levels. Any Christian listener will find this accessible and
inspirational. Rebecca Musser with M. Bridge Cook's THE WITNESS WORE RED: THE 19TH
WIFE WHO BROUGHT POLYGAMOUS CULT LEADERS TO JUSTICE (9781478924586,
$30.00) provides a fine memoir read by the author and telling of how she grew up in fear, living
downstairs from her father's 'real' family and hiding her family's polygamous lifestyle from the
outside world. Tired of the abuse, and of being the 19th wife of her people's Prophet, eighty-five-year-old Rulon Jeffs, she not only escaped her world but brought
law enforcement to an outcome that avoided bloodshed. Her testimony to long-kept secrets about
her family's polygamous cult lifestyle are eye-opening and engrossing and make for captivating
listening!
The American History Shelf
Pumpkin
Cindy Ott
University of Washington Press
PO Box 50096, Seattle, WA 98145-5096
978029599324, $24.95, www.washington.edu/uwpress
PUMPKIN: THE CURIOUS HISTORY OF AN AMERICAN ICON comes from a professor
who considers how Americans have used the pumpkin to connect with nature and the seasons,
and provides a cultural and natural history of human involvement with the pumpkin and its
symbol. Food, environment, and shifts from urban to rural culture and back are documented in a
fine survey that places pumpkin facts and usage in sync with one of the standing icons of
America: the Thanksgiving celebration. Chapters provide a fine history in an engrossing survey
highly recommended for any interested in American culture, food, and farming changes.
The Comix/Graphic Novel Shelf
The Myth of the Superhero
Arco Arnaudo
Johns Hopkins University Press
2715 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21218-4363
9781421409535, $24.95, www.press.jhu.edu
The Myth of the Superhero receives a fine translation by Jamie Richards and provides a fine
examination of superhero icons and their underlying cultural meaning. The myth of a Superman
sent to America which evolves into a successful immigrant story and the transformation of an
individual to a crime fighter in the form of the moral Batman makes for a powerful complication
considering American culture, superhero stories of morality and strength, and how the genre
provides a fine study of formulas for gods, individuals, and behaviors. Chapters include black
and white illustrations of superheroes as it considers center principles in superhero comics and
culture and how they relate to and reflect American goals and principles. The result is a cultural
study highly recommended for any comics, graphic novels, or cartoons collection, as well as
academic library American history holdings.
American Comic Book Chronicles
Bill Schelly
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
9781605490540, $40.95, www.twomorrows.com
American Comic Book Chronicles continues the series of colorful documentation, this one
covering the 1950s from 1950-59. Chapters cover the most notable comic publications, a history
of trends, creators and comic media for all ages, and the expanded works of Harvey Kurtzman
and Carl Barks who created comics generations would come to follow for decades. From notable
comic history such as the revamp of the Flash in Showcase #4 that started the Silver Age of
Comics to the return of Captain America and the introduction of a new Green Lantern, the 1950s
represented a blossoming age in comic history. Atomic war fears were represented in comics
(including Bradbury's classic 'There Will Come Soft Rains', about an all-automated house which
continues its functions after humans are dead from atomic warfare), military forces began to
achieve representation in the comic world, and the conversion of MAD to a comic format gained
new enthusiasts. The result is a dynamic era in comic history, neatly charted in this survey which
is packed with color comic book images.
The Metaphysical Studies Shelf
Pleiadian Principles for Living
Christine Day
New Page Books
c/o Career Press Inc.
220 West Parkway, Unit 12
Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
9781601632616, $17.99, www.newpagebooks.com
Pleiadian Principles for Living: A Guide to Accessing Dimensional Energies, Communicating
with the Pleiadians, and Navigating These Changing Times is the second title channeled by the
author, a healer and spiritualist, and provides basic wisdom from other dimensions as it comes
from enlightened beings from another star cluster who provide guidelines for living for new age
believers. From using sounds and tools to work with planetary energies to understanding
pre-agreements and missions from other worlds, this provides a guide to spiritual pathways and
current changes facing Earth, and is a fine set of insights for any who believe in channeling and
other worlds.
The Political Science Shelf
The United Nations and Changing World Politics, seventh edition
Thomas G. Weiss, et.al.
Westview Press
2465 Central Avenue, Boulder, CO 80301
9780813348476, $47.00, www.westviewpress.com
The United Nations and Changing World Politics appears in its seventh updated edition to
provide a thematic approach analyzing the UN's role in world affairs, and is a pick for any
college-level political studies collection. The focus on global governance issues and UN actions
accompanies analysis of the latest UN activities related to world peace and conflicts, with
chapters blending history with political and international legal insights. From natural disaster
management to human affairs, this volume provides a detailed account of world interactions and
events and is a solid reference for any world politics student.
Everyman's Constitution
Howard Jay Graham
Wisconsin Historical Society Press
816 State Street, Madison, WI 53575
9780870206344, $38.95, www.wisconsinhistory.org/whspress
Everyman's Constitution: Historical Essays on the Fourteenth Amendment, the "Conspiracy
Theory," and American Constitutionalism comes from a deaf law librarian who in 1938
successfully argued that the authors of the fourteenth amendment were motivated by abolitionist
fervor and Civil war outcomes. His inspection of the meaning of the amendment and its evolving
applications to corporations and individuals alike is reprinted in this essay collection which
provides legal and political analysis as important today as it was in the 1930s. Originally hired to
write a brief on the Amendment for a supreme court case on education, Graham's work was
published in law journals for decades - and this reprint offers important insights to legal and
political studies collections surveying key works on constitutional analysis.
Westview Press
2465 Central Avenue
Boulder, CO 80301
www.westviewpress.com
Mark Gasiorowski has edited the seventh updated edition of THE GOVERNMENT AND
POLITICS OF THE MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA (9780813348650, $52.00)
provides a fine comprehensive coverage of the domestic politics and foreign policies of all
countries in the area, and provides college-level readers with a fine modern assessment of the
issues, approaches, interactions and background of nations involved in present-day struggles.
Reviews of the government and politics of each country use a central framework for assessment
and organization, making it easy to cross-compare national objectives, features, and politics.
From foreign policies to political milieu and history, this is a solid reference for any collection
strong in Middle East history and politics. Paula D. McClain and Joseph Stewart Jr.'s "CAN WE
ALL GET ALONG?": RADICAL AND ETHNIC MINORITIES IN AMERICAN POLITICS
(9780813347158, $39.00) appears in its sixth updated edition to contrast the political status of
various ethnic groups and their influence on political processes, and is a recommendation for
college-level social issues and political studies collections alike. This update includes new
coverage of Obama's first term, discussions of judicial appointments and policy changes, more
details on native Hawaiian issues, and more, and continues the blend of field survey and research
which made earlier editions mainstays of classroom discussions. A 'must' for any political and
ethnic studies reader. Recommended for Middle East history and political collections if the third
updated edition of Alan Richards, et.al.'s A POLITICAL ECONOMY OF THE MIDDLE EAST
(9780813349282, $55.00), which updates information to include coverage of the Arab Spring in
a new chapter considering this and other regional events. It uses the same focus on an economic
approach to Middle East issues to provide coverage of everything from education and politics to
the military, and comes from a professor of economics and other professors of social and
political science who gather the latest information on the region. The seventh updated edition of
Robert C. Oberst, et.al.'s GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS IN SOUTH ASIA (9780813348797,
$45.00) is packed with new material but retains the same comparative approach examining
leading nations in the region, and is also a recommendation for college-level readers. It provides
major topics of inquiry from political parties to conflicts and development issues, assesses new
threats to the region's stability as posed by ethnic nationalism, and considers relationships
between the U.S. and various countries in South Asia. The result is a fine pick for any Asian
studies collection.
The DVD Shelf
5 Mega Miles
Leslie Sansone
Anchor Bay Entertainment
2401 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 200
Troy, MI 48084-3304
www.collagevideo.com.fordummies
013132607450, $16.98, www.anchorbayentertainment.com
Leslie Sansone: 5 Mega Miles is a walking and exercise kit packaged with a DVD instructional
video, and comes complete with a resistance band, five different one-mile walking workouts, and
numerous exercise options packaged into the walking program. It uses a low-impact walk paired
with warmup and toning band routines to create strength training for any who would begin with
walking and add appropriate embellishments for core training. A progressive program moves
from warmup and toning to jogs, sculpting with the band, and ab toning routines to make the
most of a walking exercise routine. Perfect for in-home training routines.
Tighten, Tone and Torch
Suzanne Bowen
Suzanne Bowen Fitness
c/o Bethany Rogers
No ISBN DVD, $14.99 www.suzannebowenfitness.com
Tighten, Tone and Torch comes from a fitness expert who advocates tightening and toning
through a series of three 20-minute workout segments designed to be enjoyed either individually
or as a single workout. Light weights are recommended to make the most of muscle-shaking
routines that include stretch segments and controlled cardio intervals alike. The focus on a quick,
challenging, affordable routine that can be fit into a busy day makes this the perfect choice for
busy workers looking to challenge and tone their muscles.
The Theatre/Cinema Shelf
Buffalo Bill on the Silver Screen
Sandra K. Sagala
University of Oklahoma Press
2800 Venture Drive, Norman, OK 73069
9780806143613, $24.95, www.oupress.com
Buffalo Bill on the Silver Screen: The Films of William F. Cody tells of an entertainer who used
the Wild West concept to captivate audiences across the U.S. and Europe. Many books have been
written about his showmanship - but few offer an in-depth analysis of his involvement with the
film industry. This title details Cody's early association with filmmaking in its infancy, detailing
Cody's involvement thanks to Thomas Edison's kinetoscope project and Cody's fascination with
the industry's possibilities. In 1910 he was featured on The Life of Buffalo Bill, and after his
touring show disbanded, he become even more involved in the industry. Any collection strong in
film history will find this a 'must'.
Michael Wiese
12400 Ventura Blvd., #1111
Studio City, CA 91604
www.mwp.com
John Badham's ON DIRECTING (9781615931385, $26.95) comes from a veteran director who
explains the basics of action, suspense, and how great scenes are differentiated from good scenes
no matter what the genre, and is a pick for any film holding. It analyzes scenes that don't work
right, considers the elements involved in making them work correctly, and provides a director's
eye to working with even the most difficult actors and getting the most from rehearsals and
performances. The result is a solid reference highly recommended for any film collection or
student of acting, directing and production. Houston Howard's MAKE YOUR STORY REALLY
STINKIN' BIG (9781615931552, $18.95) presents the author's "360 Degree Storyweaving"
process which promotes concept development across genres, and is a pick for any writer working
in everything from short and feature films to YouTube and more. It comes from the CEO and
founder of One 3 Productions and a leader in international strategy, and provides business and
performing arts readers alike with an in-depth survey of how to move successfully from concept
to franchise in creating a memorable story. From identifying needs to the idea of a 'high concept'
and how it works in a setting, this analyzes the nuts and bolts of the writer's toolbox and is a top,
recommended pick for business and film libraries as well as writer's reference collections.
The Railroading Shelf
Fast Trains Worldwide
Thomas Estler
Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
4880 Lower Valley Road, Atglen, PA 19310
9780764344473, $29.99, www.schifferbooks.com
Fast Trains Worldwide provides a fine historical focus not just on the evolution of trains in
general, but upon fast trains that broke records at different points in time, from the famous
Rainhill Trials of 1829 to the 1955 French breakthrough of the 186 mph limit with their electric
locomotives. Commercial high speed transportation systems are analyzed in chapters that provide
a history of these locomotives around the world, pairing color photos throughout with charts of
technical train information. From different series trains in different countries to prototypes and
their special challenges, this is a 'must' for any train history collection.
The Women's Studies Shelf
Having it All in the Belle Epoque
Rachel Mesch
Stanford University Press
1450 Page Mill Road
Palo Alto, CA 94304-1124
9780804784245, $39.95, www.sup.org
HAVING IT ALL IN THE BELLE EPOQUE: HOW FRENCH WOMEN'S MAGAZINES
INVENTED THE MODERN WOMAN provides a fine historical survey debating the history of
high-achieving women and how the roots of these achievers can be traced back to early 1900s
France. Two key photographic magazines for women created a female role model who embodied
new freedoms and approaches for women, captivating large numbers of French women and
setting the stage for a century of women's rights changes. This focus on these publications
provides new images of this modern French figure, analyzes artistic and literary trends
contributing to the rise of this culture, and blends history with literary and artistic insights
throughout, making for a solid and specific pick for any women's studies collection.
The Automotive Shelf
Moto Guzzi: Motorcycles Since 1921
Jan Leek & Wolfgang Zeyen
Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
4880 Lower Valley Road, Atglen, PA 19310
9780764343445, $39.99, www.schifferbooks.com
Moto Guzzi: Motorcycles Since 1921 is all about motorcycle design and history, and follows the
history and achievements of Moto Guzzi, a manufacturer whose creations made history and
revolutionized the motorcycle industry. Chapters follow his many design achievements and
describe all models and technical specs. There's information about the company, details on the
industry as a whole, and biographies of the people who contributed to these changes.
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