Adams Media
A Cup of Comfort for Dog Lovers: Stories That Celebrate Love, Loyalty, and Compassion (Sept., $9.95), edited by Colleen Sell, honors the special relationships between canines and their people.
The Everything Green Living Books: Easy Ways to Conserve Energy, Protect Your Family's Health, and Help Save the Environment (Sept., $14.95) by Diane Gow McDilda.
Let's Have a Dog Party!: 20 Tail-Wagging Celebrations to Share with Your Best Friend (Oct., $12.95) by Ingrid E. Newkirk. The founder of PETA shows how to throw the ultimate bash for your canine companions.
Artisan
Home: 50 Tastemakers Describe What It Is, Where It Is, What It Means (Sept., $25.95) by Stafford Cliff. Stylish folk like Donatella Versace, Michael Graves, Andree Putman and many more reveal their feelings about home.
Barron's
Civilizing Your Puppy (Nov., $8.99) by Barbara J. Wrede instructs on taming a problem pooch.
Mickey Baskett
(dist. by Sterling)
The Crafter's Guide to Glue: Techniques & Projects (Sept., $14.95) by Pattie Donham teaches how to use and make one's own glue.
Boston Mills Press
(dist. by Firefly Books)
The Cottage Bible (Sept., $39.95) by Gerry Mackie and Laura Elise Taylor covers year-round topics, from building a sauna to repairing burst pipes.
C&T Publishing
Innovative Fabric Imagery for Quilts: Must-Have Guide to Transforming & Printing Your Favorite Images on Fabric (Nov., $27.95) by Cyndy Rymer with Lynn Koolish demonstrates how to use image-editing software.
Knit Tricks!: 25 Stylish Projects from Simple Rectangles (Dec., $26.95) by Rebecca Wat. Turn a simple shape into 25 garments and accessories.
Cassell
(dist. by Trafalgar Square)
To Win at Bridge: Have You Got What It Takes? (Sept., $22) by Ron Klinger instructs players in the development of key mental attitudes and techniques.
Kyle Cathie
(dist. by Trafalgar Square)
The Natural Paint Decorator: Recipes, Finishes, Touches (Sept., $24.95) by Lynn Edwards and Julia Lawless envisions the varied possibilities of paint.
Chronicle
Thalia: Belleza!—Lessons in Lip Gloss and Happiness (Oct., $19.95) by Thalia. The popular singer sets forth a guide to Latin beauty. Author tour.
Holiday Hero: A Man's Manual for Holiday Lighting (Nov., $9.95) by Brad Finkle. Surrogate Santas can transform a home into a winter wonderland.
Collins & Brown
(dist. by Sterling)
1000 Great Glass Painter's Motifs (Sept., $14.95) by Alan D. Gear and Barry L. Freestone gathers designs that can be traced and outlined onto glass or film.
Collins Design
Merry Christmas, America: Celebrating the Holiday Across the U.S.A. (Oct., $19.95) by Bruce Littlefield captures holiday excitement with plans for parties, decorating and more.
Creative Homeowner
Ultimate Guide to Crown Molding (Sept., $21.95) by Neal Barrett details 30 crown molding projects in 350 photographs.
Can't Fail Color Schemes (Oct., $19.95) by Amy Wax explains how to coordinate paint colors, textures and accessories.
Creative Publishing Int'l.
John Deere 52 Backyard Landscaping Projects (Jan., $18.99) by Kristen Hampshire offers tips for creating a dream yard, one weekend at a time.
Black & Decker Complete Guide to Custom Shelves & Built-Ins (Sept., $24.95) by Theresa Coleman and ... to DIY Projects for Luxurious Living (Feb., $24.95) by Jerri Farris collect high-end home improvement projects.
Croce Publishing
The Senior Citizen's Guide to Dog Ownership (Sept., $19.95) by Myrna L. Papurt shows seniors how to maintain their cherished companions. Author tour.
Debrett's Limited
(dist. by Antique Collectors' Club)
Etiquette for Girls (Oct., $24.95) by Fleur Britten. Debrett's, the British social experts, advises young women how to behave in any social situation.
Findhorn Press
(dist. by IPG)
Bach Flower Remedies for Cats (Nov., $15.95) by Martin J. Scott and Gael Mariani suggests natural systems for treating non-medical, behavioral issues in cats.
Fox Chapel Publishing
(dist. by IPG)
Essential Guide to the Steel Square (Oct., $17.95) by Ken Horner demonstrates the usefulness of this simple tool.
Celebrating Birch (Nov., $24.95) by the North House Folk School provides a history of birch and guidance for honing one's woodworking skills.
Gibbs Smith
House Colors: A Comprehensive Guide to Exterior Color (Oct., $29.95) by Susan Hershman takes the guesswork out of color selection.
Glitterati
(dist. by NBN)
Puppies Behind Bars: Training Puppies to Change Lives (Oct., $50) by Gloria Gilbert Stoga, photos by Christopher Makos and Paul Solberg, examines the work of this eponymous organization, which places puppies with prison inmate puppy-raisers to be trained for a life of service.
Good Books
Childhood Treasures: Quilts by and for Children (Feb., $24.95) by Merikay Waldvogel showcases 100 doll quilts made from 1830 through the 1950s.
Gotham
DetailsMen's Style Manual: The Ultimate Guide for Making Your Clothes Work for You (Oct., $30) by Daniel Peres and the editors of Details supplies a sophisticated wardrobe guide for every occasion. $425,000 ad/promo. Author tour.
Robert Hale
(dist. by Trafalgar Square)
A Guide to Dating English Clocks (Sept., $29.95) by Eric Bruton aids dealers and collectors in dating antique clocks by their case style.
HCI
Crazy Aunt Purl's Drunk, Divorced & Covered in Cat Hair (Oct., $15.95) by Laurie Perry studies the misadventures of a 30-something who learned to knit after her husband split.
Why Do Horses Sleep Standing Up? (Oct., $12.95) by Marty Becker et al. answers questions on all things equine. 50,000 first printing.
Bow Wow: Curiously Compelling Facts, True Tales & Trivia Even Your Dog Won't Know and Meow Wow: ... Even Your Cat Won't Know (Nov., $14.95 each) by Marty Becker and Gina Spadafori gather tips, trivia and whimsical illustrations. 75,000 each first printing.
Hollan
(dist. by Sterling)
Sensual Crochet: Luxurious Yarns, Alluring Designs (Jan., $17.95) by Amy Swenson. The 25 projects shown utilize fibers including silk, cashmere and angora.
House of Collectibles
Sell, Keep, or Toss: How to Downsize a Home, Settle an Estate, and Appraise Personal Property (Sept., $16.95) by Harry L. Rinker.
Howell book House
The Horses We Love, the Lessons We Learn (Sept., $16.99) by Tena Bastion shares 22 inspiring stories.
Hyperion
Diving Canine: The Monks' Way to a Happy, Obedient Dog (Sept., $16.95) by the Monks of New Skete is a companion book to the new Animal Planet TV show. 75,000 first printing.
Interweave Press
The Best ofInterweave Knits: Our Favorite Designs from the First 10 Years (Sept., $24.95) by Ann Budd collects articles on essential techniques.
Create Jewelry Crystals: Dazzling Designs to Make and Wear (Sept., $22.95) by Marlene Blessing and Jamie Higsett features designs for bracelets, necklaces, earrings and more.
Crochet Me: Designs to Fuel the Crochet Revolution (Oct., $21.95) by Kim P. Werker highlights 18 edgy designs. 20,000 first printing.
Kodansha Int'l.
The Tokyo Look Book: Stylish to Spectacular, Goth to Gyaru, Sidewalk to Catwalk (Nov., $29.95) by Philomena Keet. Fashion scholar Keet reports on Tokyo's style scene.
Krause Publications
Positively Crochet!: 50 Fashionable Projects and Inspirational Tips (Sept., $22.99) by Mary Jane Hall features classic designs and trendy patterns.
My Style My Place (Nov., $24.99) by Allyce King and Nicole Thieret gathers style ideas for the DIY-driven Generation Y crowd; includes CD-ROM.
Lyons Press
Dogs I Have Met (Oct., $14.95) by Ken Foster recounts tales of rescued dogs who changed their owners' lives. 50,000 first printing.
Mbi/motorBooks
Supercross Unleashed (Oct., $29.95) by Billy Ursic celebrates this popular motor sport and its biggest heroes.
Biker's Handbook (Nov., $19.95) by Jay Barbieri turns the novice rider into a real biker.
Meredith
New Decorating Book, 9th Edition (Sept., $24.95) from Better Homes and Gardens demonstrates how to create the latest styles.
Sally Milner
(dist. by Sterling)
Goldwork Embroidery: Designs and Projects (Sept., $24.95) by Mary Brown offers a sourcebook on the history and techniques of goldwork embroidery; includes 15 projects.
Nomad Press
(dist. by NBN)
Ethnic Knitting Discovery: The Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, and the Andes (Oct., $21.95) by Donna Dru-chunas introduces the design and construction methods of traditional knitting.
North Light Books
AntiCraft: Knitting, Beading and Stitching for the Slightly Sinister (Dec., $22.99) by Renee Rigdon and Zabet Stewart transforms typical crafts into edgy wearable fashions. Advertising.
Penguin
In the Know: The Classic Guide to Being Cultured and Cool (Oct., $14) by Nancy MacDonell. How to navigate life with style and flair.
Perigee
Extreme Pumpkins: Diabolical Do-It-Yourself Designs to Amuse Your Friends and Scare Your Neighbors (Sept., $13.95) by Tom Nardone. Halloween may never be the same.
Potter Craft
John Loecke's Grosgrain Style: Quick and Creative Projects for Accessorizing and Decorating with Grosgrain Ribbon (Sept., $21.95) by John Loecke outlines 35 projects. Ad/promo.
The Uncommon Quilter: Small Art Quilts Created with Paper, Plastic, Fiber, and Surface Design (Oct., $25) by Jeanne Williamson.
Princeton Architectural Press
(dist. by Chronicle)
D.I.Y. Kids (Oct., $14.95) by Ellen and Julia Lupton encourages youngsters to express their individuality through arts and crafts.
Quarry
Material World (Sept., $19.99) by Cat Wei. Fifty projects help create modern looks from everyday inspirations.
Rough Guides
The Rough Guide to the iPhone (Sept., $10.99) by Peter Buckley and Duncan Clark underscores the sociological significance of the iPhone's emergence.
Search Press
(dist. by IPG)
Roy Lang's Sea & Sky in Oils: Painting the Atmosphere & Majesty of the Sea (Sept., $17.95) by Roy Lang teaches how to capture these subjects in oil painting.
Terry Harrison's Sea & Sky in Watercolour (Nov., $15.95) by Terry Harrison shows how to create nature scenes.
Sellers Publishing
Forty Things to Do When You Turn Forty (Oct., $14.95), edited by Allison Kyle-Leopold. Essays on a variety of topics range from the informative to the whimsical.
Skipstone
Wake Up and Smell the Planet: The Non-Pompous, Non-Preachy Grist Guide to Greening Your Day (Oct., $14.95), edited by Brangien Davis.
Stackpole
Beyond Basic Crocheting: Techniques and Projects to Expand Your Skills (Sept., $19.95) by Sharon Hernes Silverman. This followup to Basic Crocheting takes crafters to the next level.
Basic Rug Hooking: All the Skills and Tools You Need to Get Started (Sept., $19.95), edited by Judy P. Sopronyi, outlines what's needed.
Sterling
Christmas Tree in-a-Box (Nov., $24.95), paper art by Sam Ita, illustrated by Karen Greenberg, provides instructions for assembling a two-foot-tall tree, foil boughs, origami ornaments and more.
Sterling/Lark
Fresh Coat (DIY): Simple Painting Makeovers for Walls, Furniture & Fabric (Oct., $14.95) by Shannon Kaye shows how to transform a room with paint.
Material Girls (DIY): Fabric Makeovers for Your Home (Oct., $14.95) by April Eden et al. The co-hosts of TV's Material Girls inspire a variety of household projects.
Storey Press
Horsekeeping Almanac (Sept., $24.95) by Cherry Hill provides a month-by-month guide to the workings of a horse farm.
101 Designer One-Skein Wonders (Oct., $18.95), edited by Judith Durant, supplies patterns for hats, scarves, shawls and more.
Taunton Press
Subversive Seamster (Sept., $14.95) by Melissa Alvarado et al. The downtown divas of Stitch Lounge return with 30 projects for turning hand-me-downs into top-shelf designs.
Get Your Crochet On! Fly Tops & Funky Flavas (Nov., $14.95) by Afya Ibomu features streetwise patterns for both women and men.
10 Finger Press
(dist. by Midpoint Trade)
One Move at a Time (Sept., $14.95) by Orrin Hudson. Learn 20 proven ways to succeed at chess.
T.F.H. Publications
Pamper Your Pooch: Grooming Techniques, Spa Cuisine, plus Fitness and Style Ideas for the Chic Canine (Oct., $16.95) by Sarah Whitehead takes pet care beyond the basics.
Trafalgar Square
(dist. by IPG)
Getting in TTouch with Your Puppy: A Gentle Approach to Training and Influencing Behavior (Sept., $14.95) by Linda Tellington-Jones. The animal expert recommends her TTouch bodywork method for positive results.
Ulysses Press
Do It Yourself Guide to Biodiesel: Your Alternative Fuel Solution for Saving Money, Reducing Oil Dependency, and Helping the Planet (Nov., $15.95) by Guy Purcella explains it all.
Univ. of Texas Press
Quilty as Charged: Undercover in a Material World (Oct., $19.95) by Spike Gillespie looks at the eccentric personalities drawn to the world of quilting.
Verba Volant
(dist. by Antique Collectors' Club)
Hybrid Interiors (Sept., $40) by Francesco Alberti and Daria Ricchi displays innovative homes that feature contemporary interior designs.
Watson-Guptill
Knit with Beads: Beautiful Gifts (Nov., $14.95) by Scarlet Taylor presents 18 projects using easy techniques.
Wiley/Teach Yourself Visually
Teach Yourself Visually Jewelry Making and Beading (Sept., $24) by Chris Franchetti Michaels includes 20 patterns for making earrings, necklaces and more.
Workman
Son of Stitch'n Bitch: 45 Projects to Knit and Crochet for Men (Dec., $15.95) by Debbie Stoller. Hipster knitters can knit for the men and boys in their lives. Author tour.