Adams-Hall
Teach Your Computer to Dance: Make Your Computer, Mobile Devices and the Internet Perform for You (Feb., $15.95) by Don Silver offers tips and advice on products and programs.
AK Peters
Graphics Tools: The jgt Editors' Choice (Sept., $49) by Ronen Barzel collects 32 papers chosen by the editors of the journal of graphics tools.
Fundamentals of Computer Graphics (Sept., $74) by Peter Shirley et al. This second edition presents the mathematical foundations of computer graphics with a focus on geometric intuition.
A-List
(dist. by IPG)
Digital Moviemaking with Pinnacle Studio +10 (Sept., $34.95) by Dmitry Kiryanov is a guide to the powerful digital video editing program.
Flash MX Game Development Handbook (Sept., $34.95) by Serge Melnikov covers creating games using Flash technology.
Disassembling Code (Dec., $44.95) by Vlad Pirogov reveals the code of programs supplied without source code.
Hackish PHP Pranks & Tricks (Feb., $34.95) by Michael Flenov covers writing scripts using PHP.
APress
Expert Oracle Database Architecture: 9i and 10g Programming Techniques and Solutions (Sept., $44.99 with CD) by Thomas Kyte covers both the 9i and 10g versions.
Foundations of Ajax (Oct., $39.99) by Ryan Asleson and Nathaniel Schutta describes the Web application in detail.
Pro Firefox Extension and Application Development (Dec., $49.99) by Kurt Cagle shows how to extend Firefox's capabilities to build custom features.
Barron's
Digital Manga Techniques (Oct., $21.99) by Hayden Scott-Baron explains how to create the Japanese-inspired artwork.
Bischof Systems
(dist. by IPG)
Crystal Reports Encyclopedia, Vol. 1 (Sept., $39.95) and Crystal Reports Encyclopedia, Vol. 2 (Jan., $39.95) by Brian Bischof cover report design and programming tools for Crystal Reports users.
Cisco Press
Cisco CallManager Fundamentals (Sept., $65 cloth) by John Alexander et al. This second edition provides examples and reference information on the call processing component of the Cisco IP Communications solution.
Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking Quick Reference (Oct., $25) by Toby Velte offers a guide for engineers and administrators implementing wireless technologies.
Routing TCP/IP, Vol. 1 (Oct., $80 cloth) by Jeff Doyle and Jennifer Carroll is the second edition and offers detailed examination of interior routing protocols.
CMP Books
The Church Tech Handbook (Oct., $29.95) by Anthony D. Coppedge covers the technical building blocks of audio, video and lighting for a church media program.
After Effects @ Work (Oct., $44.95) by Richard Harrington et al. contains 11 tutorials showcasing a wide range of projects.
Game Character Modeling and Animation with 3DS Max 7 (Dec., $34.95) by Yancey Clinton explains how to create playable 3D characters in 3DS Max 7.
Video Shooter (Jan., $39.95) by Barry Braverman teaches the art and craft of shooting great video.
CPA911 Publishing
(dist. by IPG)
Running Quickbooks 2006 Premier Editions (Dec., $34.95) by Kathy Ivens offers advice for using all the Quickbooks Premier editions.
Running Quickbooks in Nonprofits (Dec., $34.95) by Kathy Ivens explores using Quickbooks to manage nonprofit finances.
CyberTech Publishing
(dist. by IPG)
Object-Oriented Oracle (Sept., $39.95) by Wenny Rahayu, David Taniar and Eric Pardede investigates object-oriented concepts and object-relational approaches to databases.
Elsevier Science
Better Game Characters by Design (Oct., $49.95) by Katherine Isbister shows how to use the principles of psychology to create memorable characters.
Focal Easy Guide to Photoshop CS2 (Nov., $24.95) by Brad Hinkel offers image-editing basics.
Paint Shop Pro X for Photographers (Feb., $29.95) by Ken McMahon explores how to get professional results from Paint Shop Pro X and improve digital workflow.
Querying XML (Feb., $49.95) by Jim Melton provides information for software developers and architects looking to master XML querying and retrieval.
Esri Press
(dist. by IPG)
Remote Sensing for GIS Managers (Oct., $69.95) by Stan Aronoff covers the use of remote-sensing data in GIS-based analysis.
GIS for the Urban Environment (Dec., $79.95) by Juliana Maantay and John Ziegler relates GIS applications for urban planning and geography students.
Holy Macro! Books
(dist. by IPG)
Excel for Scientists and Engin eers (Sept., $24.95) by Gerard Verschuuren covers the engineering and scientific uses of Excel.
Learn Excel from Mr. Excel (Sept., $39.95) by Bill Jelen offers suggestions for making Excel more efficient.
Office VBA Macros You Can Use Today (Nov., $39.95) by Juan Pablo González et al. discusses automating common office tasks.
Idea Group
Encyclopedia of Knowledge Management (Sept., $275 cloth) by David G. Schwartz addresses issues related to knowledge management.
Assessing the Value of E-Learning Systems (Sept., $84.95 cloth) by Yair Levy offers benchmarking tools to help administrators evaluate their programs.
Business Processes: Operational Solutions for SAP Implementation (Dec., $89.95 cloth) by Victor Portougal and David Sundaram describes ERP systems implementation.
Information Today
Theories of Information Behavior (Sept., $49.50 cloth) by Karen E. Fisher, Sandra Erdelez and Lynne McKechnie presents overviews of more than 70 conceptual frameworks.
Covert and Overt: Recollecting and Connecting Information Science and Intelligence Service (Oct., $49.50 cloth) by Robert V. Williams and Ben-Ami Lipetz explores the historical relationship between covert intelligence work and information/computer science.
Information Today/CyberAge Books
(dist. by IPG)
Yahoo! to the Max: An Extreme Searcher Guide (Sept., $24.95) by Randolph Hock describes all that Yahoo! has to offer.
Super Searchers Go to School (Sept., $24.95) by Joyce Kasman Valenza examines how educators and librarians teach information skills in the k—12 environment.
Cashing in with Content (Oct., $24.95) by David Meerman Scott offers ideas for building a compelling Web site.
Ironbound Press
The Information Revolution (Sept., $22.95; $26.95 cloth) and The Technology Revolution (Dec., $TBA), both by J.R. Okin, are the second and third entries in a series about the history, technology and impact of the Internet.
Khan consulting and Publishing
(dist. by IPG)
Business Explorer Simplified: BEx for End-Users (Jan., $54.95) by Arshad Khan introduces SAP's business intelligence tool.
Limelight Media
(dist. by IPG)
F1 Get the Most out of Excel Formulas & Functions (Jan., $39.95) by Joseph Rubin discusses writing formulas for Excel worksheets.
Manning Press
(dist. by O'Reilly)
Ajax in Action (Oct., $44.95) by Dave Crane and Eric Pascarello teaches Ajax implementation techniques.
Understanding Enterprise SOA (Oct., $44.95) by Eric Pulier with Hugh Taylor uses the example of an insurance company to illustrate planning and executing an enterprise SOA.
IntelliJ IDEA in Action (Nov., $44.95) by Duane K. Fields with Stephen Saunders and Eugene Belyaev shows how to unlock the power of the integrated tools and features of IntelliJ IDEA.
Maximum Press
3G Marketing on the Internet, 7th ed.: Third Generation Internet Marketing Strategies for Online Success (Jan., $34.95) by Susan Sweeney, Andy MacLellan and Ed Dorey advises on all aspects of Web marketing.
MC Press
(dist. by IPG)
Programmer's Guide to iSeries Navigator (Feb., $74.95) by Paul Touhy shows how to be more efficient and productive using iSeries Navigator.
McGraw-Hill/Osborne/Complete REference
BusinessObjects XI: The Complete Reference (Dec., $69.99) by Cindi Howson offers key info on leveraging BusinessObjects to improve profitability and operations.
JavaServer Faces: The Complete Reference (Dec., $49.99) by Ed Burns, Christian Schalk and James Holmes offers a complete JSF resource.
McGraw-Hill/Osborne/Databases
Microsoft SQL Server 2005: A Beginner's Guide (Oct., $39.99) by Dusan Petkovic covers database concepts and key topics for new users.
Microsoft SQL Server 2005: A Developer's Guide (Nov., $49.99) by Michael Otey and Danielle Otey focuses on new programming models.
Delivering Business Intelligence with Microsoft SQL Server 2005 (Nov., $49.99) by Brian Larson explains how to develop a comprehensive, secure, integrated BI solution.
McGraw-Hill/Osborne/Digital Photography
Perfect Digital Photography: Expert Advice for Capturing, Correcting, and Printing Exceptional Images (Oct., $39.95) by Jay Kinghorn and Jay Dickman. A Pulitzer Prize—winning National Geographic photographer and a photography instructor offer a full-color guide.
George DeWolfe's Digital Photography Fine Print Workshop (Dec., $39.99) by George DeWolfe contains a full-color tutorial on digital photography.
McGraw-Hill/Osborne/Hacking Exposed
Hacking Exposed Cisco Networks: Cisco Security Secrets & Solutions (Jan., $49.99) by Andrew Vladimirov et al. includes hands-on, practical case studies of real-world Cisco-based network attacks and countermeasures.
Hacking Exposed Wireless: Wireless Security Secrets & Solutions (Jan., $49.99) by John Bock and Michael Lynn provides advice on wireless security.
McGraw-Hill/Osborne/How to Do Everything
How to Do Everything with Your iPod & iTunes (Nov., $24.99) by Guy Hart-Davis explains how to make the most of the iPod, iPod mini, iPod shuffle and iTunes.
How to Do Everything with Dreamweaver (Nov., $24.99) by Michael Meadhra covers the latest version of this Web design tool.
How to Do Everything with Macromedia Flash MX 2005 (Dec., $24.99) by Bonnie Blake and Doug Sahlin aims to help beginning and intermediate users create and publish interactive content and applications.
How to Do Everything with Photoshop Elements (Dec., $24.99) by David Plotkin explains how to maximize Photoshop Elements.
McGraw-Hill/Osborne/Oracle Press
Everyday Oracle DBA (Dec., $49.99) by April Wells provides shortcuts for common tasks.
Oracle Discoverer 10g Handbook (Jan., $69.99) by Michael Armstrong-Smith and Darlene Armstrong-Smith explains how to use the ad-hoc query, reporting, analysis and Web publishing tools.
McGraw-Hill/OSborne/QuickSteps
iPod and iTunes QuickSteps (Oct., $16.99) by Eliot Van Buskirk and John Alderman shows how to get up and running with iPod and iTunes.
Quicken 2006 QuickSteps (Dec., $16.99) by Marty Matthews and Carole Matthews shows how to use Quicken to manage personal and family finances.
McGraw-Hill/Osborne/The Official Guide
QuickBooks 2006: The Official Guide (Nov., $29.99) by Kathy Ivens. This Intuit-authorized book explains how to create a comprehensive small business financial management system using QuickBooks.
Corel Paint Shop Pro 10: The Official Guide (Jan., $29.99) by Dave Huss. This book, endorsed by Corel's product team, includes step-by-step projects for using the software's tools and features.
Microsoft Press
Programming Microsoft Visual Basic 2005 Core Reference (Nov., $49.99) by Francesco Balena offers practical code samples and best practices.
Programming Microsoft Visual C# 2005 Core Reference (Nov., $49.99) by Donis Marshall presents the information needed to create powerful Windows and Web applications.
Programming Microsoft Web Forms: A Streamlined Approach Using C# (Nov., $39.99) by Douglas Reilly tackles Web Form applications.
Programming Microsoft Windows Forms: A Streamlined Approach Using C# (Nov., $39.99) by Charles Petzold examines the new classes for Windows Form programming added by .NET Framework 2.0.
Mimosa Books
(dist. by IPG)
Adobe Illustrator CS2 (Dec., $34.95) by Stephanae Baker discusses the popular vector illustration application for print, the Web and video.
Adobe Photoshop Elements 4 (Dec., $34.95) by Constance Tucker is a visual reference to the photo-editing application.
MIT Press
Wired for Speech: How Voice Activates and Advances the Human-Computer Relationship (Sept., $32.50 cloth) by Clifford Nass and Scott Brave discusses how interactive voice-based technology can tap into the automatic responses speech evokes.
Shaping Things (Nov., $21.95) by Bruce Sterling anticipates the next wave of technology—objects so programmable that they can be regarded as "material instantiations of an immaterial system."
The Access Principle: The Case for Open Access to Research and Scholarship (Dec., $34.95 cloth) by John Willinsky argues for extending the circulation of knowledge with new publishing technologies.
Mike Murach & Associates
Murach's ASP.NET 2.0 Upgrader's Guide C# Edition (Sept., $39.50) and Murach's ASP.NET 2.0 Upgrader's Guide VB Edition (Sept., $39.50), both by Anne Boehm and Joel Murach, show developers how to upgrade from ASP.NET 1.x to ASP.Net 2.0.
No Starch Press
(dist. by O'Reilly)
The eBay Survival Guide: How to Make Money and Avoid Losing Your Shirt (Sept., $19.95) by Michael Banks show how to have a good experience with the online auction site.
Just Say No to Microsoft (Sept., $24.95) by Tony Bove traces Microsoft's rise from tiny software startup to monopolistic juggernaut.
The Cult of iPod (Nov., $24.95) by Leander Kahney looks at how Apple's iPod is changing music, culture and listening behavior.
Creative Computer Crafts: 50 Fun and Useful Projects You Can Make with Any Inkjet Printer (Nov., $24.95) by Marcelle Costanza illustrates fun and functional projects.
O'Reilly/Annoyances
Fixing Powerpoint Annoyances (Jan., $19.99) by Echo Swinfold provides solutions to irritating aspects of the program.
Fixing Windows XP Annoyances (Feb., $19.99) by David Karp advises mid-level XP users.
O'Reilly/Deke Press
Photoshop Elements One-on-One (Dec., $34.95) by Deke McLelland covers new features of Adobe Photoshop Elements X.
Adobe InDesign CS2 One-on-One (Dec., $44.95) by Deke McLelland addresses all aspects of the software.
O'Reilly/Digital Studio
Digital Video Production Cookbook (Nov., $29.95) by Chris Kenworthy and Ilex Press Ltd. explains how to create visual effects, dramatic shots and powerful sequences using low-cost techniques adapted from high-end professional practices.
Photoshop Photo Effects Cookbook (Nov., $29.95) by Tim Shelbourne offers 61 recipes using Photoshop to simulate classic camera and darkroom techniques.
O'Reilly/Hacks
Skype Hacks (Dec., $24.95) by Andrew Sheppard explains the basics of Skype Internet phone service.
Flickr Hacks (Feb., $29.99) by Paul Bausch and Jim Baumgardner tells how to manipulate Yahoo!'s photo-sharing service.
O'Reilly/Head First
Head First HTML & CSS (Nov., $34.95) by Elisabeth Freeman and Eric Freeman covers the basic nuts and bolts of HTML and Cascading Style Sheets.
Head Rush Ajax (Dec., $29.95) by Brett McLaughlin et al. This debut title in a series geared to intermediate developers surveys the latest rage in Web development.
O'Reilly/In a Nutshell
PHP in a Nutshell (Oct., $29.95) by Paul Hudson explains the core of the language and its most popular extensions.
O'Reilly Media
Ambient Findability (Sept., $29.95) by Peter Morville describes the future of information and connectivity.
Asterisk: The Future of Telephony (Sept., $39.95) by Jared Smith et al. covers installing, configuring, and integrating Asterisk with existing phone systems.
O'Reilly/Missing Manuals
Photoshop Elements: The Missing Manual (Oct., $39.95) by Barbara Brundage explains new features and techniques.
Windows XP for Starters: The Missing Manual (Oct., $19.95) by David Pogue covers the widely used operating system.
Quicken 2006 For Starters: The Missing Manual (Nov., $19.95) by Bonnie Biafore discusses how Quicken can simplify personal finances.
PCs: The Missing Manual (Dec., $24.95) by Andy Rathbone shows how to manage the digital world.
O'Reilly Trade
Open Sources 2.0 (Nov., $29.95) by Chris DiBona, Mark Stone and Danese Cooper collects essays from technology leaders about open source's impact on the software industry.
We the Media (Jan., $14.99) by Dan Gillmor looks at how grassroots journalists are dismantling Big Media's monopoly.
Pearson Technology Group/Peachpit
Illustrator CS2 for Windows and Macintosh: Visual QuickStart Guide (Sept., $24.99) by Elaine Weinmann and Peter Lourekas covers every aspect of Illustrator CS2.
The Robin Williams Mac OS X Book, Tiger Edition (Nov., $29.99) by Robin Williams and John Tollett updates the classic reference for Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger.
Elements of RAW: Getting Started with Adobe Camera RAW to Take and Make Better Digital Photos (Nov., $24.99) by Ben Long explains what RAW is and why it's useful to photographers.
The Photoshop CS2 Channels Book (Dec., $29.99) by Scott Kelby. The president of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals explains how to use Photoshop to separate images into channels.
PTG/PeachPit/Adobe Press
Adobe GoLive CS2 Classroom in a Book (Sept., $49.99) by the Adobe Creative Team uses project-based lessons to explore GoLive.
Real World Adobe Photoshop CS2 (Sept., $54.99) by David Blatner and Bruce Fraser offers hands-on production techniques.
Secrets from the Bridge: Making the Most of Adobe Creative Suite (Oct., $34.99) by Terry White covers the file browser in Creative Suite 2.
Real World Adobe Creative Suite 2 (Dec., $49.99) by Sandee Cohen and Steve Werner provides production techniques and time-saving tips.
PTG/Peachpit/New Riders
Hillman Curtis on Creating Short Films for the Web (Sept., $34.99) by Hillman Curtis provides a real-world look at what it takes to create digital films.
Photoshop CS2 Killer Tips (Sept., $29.99) by Scott Kelby and Felix Nelson offers short, to-the-point instructions.
CSS Web Design with Photoshop and Dreamweaver (Dec., $39.99) by Joseph Lowery teaches how to achieve great Web design.
Prologika Press
(dist. by IPG)
Applied Microsoft Services Analysis (Oct., $49.95) by Teo Lachev covers the leading OLAP platform.
Rampant Press
(dist. by IPG)
Easy Oracle Jumpstart (Sept., $16.95) by John Garmany and Robert G. Freeman contains information for Oracle professionals.
Easy Oracle PL/SQL Programming (Sept., $16.95) by John Garmany offers information for Oracle professionals.
SAS Publishing
SAS Programming in the Pharmaceutical Industry (Sept., $49.95) by Jack Shostak covers clinical trial SAS programming.
Thomson Learning/Autodesk Press
Introducing AutoCAD 2006 (Sept., $59.95) by G.V. Krishnan and Thomas A. Stellman presents instructions for using the desktop design and drawing software.
Harnessing Autodesk Civil 3D (Nov., $64.95) by Phillip J. Zimmerman familiarizes users with commands, design elements and tools.
Mastering Revit Building (Nov., $59.95) by Paul F. Aubin shows how to maximize the software's features and abilities.
Thomson Learning/Charles River Media
Advanced Photoshop CS2 Trickery FX (Sept., $39.95 cloth) by Stephen Burns takes the digital artist to the next level.
ShaderX4 Advanced Rendering Techniques (Nov., $59.95 cloth), edited by Wolfgang Engel, collects articles for graphics and game programmers.
Thomson Learning/Course Technology PTR
Desktop Cinema: Full-Length Feature Filmmaking on a Home Computer (Sept., $39.99) by Graham Robertson shows how to make a feature film using consumer technology and little or no money.
3D Game Programming for Teens (Sept., $29.99) by Thomson Course Technology stands as a step-by-step introduction.
I've Got a Human in My Throat: Create MORE Optical Delusions with Adobe Photoshop (Nov., $34.99) by TheWorth1000.com Artists teaches Photoshop tricks.
Thomson Learning/Thomson Delmar
Exploring Digital Workflow (Nov., $39.95) by Penny Ann Dolin introduces strategic workflow processes.
Flash 8: Graphics, Animation & Interactivity (Dec., $63.95) by James Mohler provides a hands-on approach.
Visual Steps Publishing
(dist. by IPG)
More Windows XP for Seniors (Nov., $19.95) by Addo Stuur offers advanced PC tips for those over 50.
Digital Video Editing for Seniors (Jan., $27.95) by Addo Stuur helps seniors to create movies on a PC.
Wiley
Windows XP MVP (Oct., $34.99) by John Barnett, Curt Simmons, Alan Simpson and David Dalen configures, manages and troubleshoots XP installation.
iPod and iTunes Digital Field Guide (Oct., $19.99) by Chad Fahs collects essential information in a portable guide.
Geeks on Call Security and Privacy: 5 Minute Fixes (Dec., $14.99) by Geeks on Call America Inc. answers common questions and quickly solves frequent problems.
Wiley/Extreme Tech
Hacking Photoshop CS2 (Oct., $29.99) by Shangara Singh offers advice on hacking Adobe's graphics software.
Wiley/For Dummies
PCs for Dummies (Oct., $21.99) by Dan Gookin is the 10th edition of a title with over three million copies in print.
Windows XP Hacks & Mods for Dummies (Oct., $24.99) by Woody Leonhard shows how to customize the Windows system to promote efficiency.
Wiley/Sybex
Mastering Maya 7 (Nov., $49.99 with CD) by John Kundert-Gibbs, Dariush Derakhshani, Eric Kunzendorf, Boaz Livny and Mark Larkins offers instructions for using the Maya interface and all its tools.
Photoshop Elements Solutions: The Art of Digital Photography (Dec., $29.99) by Mikken Aaland addresses the needs of today's photographer.
Wiley/Visual
Photoshop CS2 Visual Encyclopedia (Nov., $39.99) by Stephen Romaniello covers terminology, features and concepts.
Build It Yourself VISUALLY: The Ultimate Game PC for Under $999 (Nov., $29.99) by Joel Durham Jr. shows how to create the ultimate game machine on a budget.
Wiley/Wrox
Professional LAMP: Linux, Apache, MySQL and PHP Web Development (Nov., $39.99) by Jason Gerner et al. covers LAMP Web development tools.
Professional SQL Server 2005 Integration Services (Dec., $49.99) by Brian Knight et al. explains Microsoft's overhaul of its Data Transformation Services (DTS).
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