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Ask the Experts Guide to Collectibles (Sept., $30) by DK Publishing editors explains how to identify and assess ceramics, glass, household accessories and more.
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From Hand to Hand: Passing on Skill and Know How in Contemporary European Jewelry (Sept., $40) by Carole Guinard et al. looks at the relationship between master jewelers and apprentices.
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Edges of Bounty: Adventures in Edible Valley (Nov., $20) by William Emery, photos by Scott Squire, takes readers on an agricultural tour through California’s Central Valley.
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Boutique Knits: 20+ Must-Have Accessories (Oct., $21.95) by Laura Irwin demonstrates how to incorporate hardware into knitwear.
French Girl Knits: Innovative Techniques, Romantic Details, and Feminine Designs (Jan., $24.95) by Kristeen Griffin-Grimes supplies instructions for 19 garments.
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Genuine Origami: 43 Mathematically Based Models, from Simple to Complex (Nov., $24.95) by Jun Maekawa outlines his theories.
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My Buddy Butch: Confessions of a New Dog Dad (Sept., $14.95) by Jeff Marginean. A Boston terrier gives the author a new perspective on single parenthood and unconditional love.
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Can We Have One? A Parent’s Guide to Raising Kids with Cats and Dogs (Oct., $14.95) by Lynn F. Buzhardt and Sue D. Steib explains this scenario’s pros and cons.
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The Salvage Studio: Sustainable Home Comforts to Organize, Entertain, and Inspire (Sept., $19.95) by Amy Duncan et al. outlines ideas and projects for a green lifestyle.
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New Mexico Colcha Club: Spanish Colonial Embroidery and the Women Who Saved It (Oct., $29.95) by Nancy C. Benson delves into the cultural history of those who preserved the ancestral art.
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Angel Dogs with a Mission: Divine Messengers in Service to All Life (Oct., $14.95) by Allen and Linda Anderson celebrates canines and their careers..
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The Naughty Secretary Club: The Working Girl’s Guide to Handmade Jewelry (Sept., $14.99) by Jennifer Perkins. The DIY Network host presents more than 30 kitschy jewelry projects that transform ordinary materials into wearable art.
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Album Quilts of Ohio’s Miami Valley (Dec., $19.95) by Sue C. Cummings features descriptions and photos of album quilts unique to the region.
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Magic Books & Paper Toys: Flip Books, E-Z Pop-Ups & Other Paper Playthings to Amaze & Delight (Nov., $21.95) by Esther K. Smith instructs on making whimsical toys and books.
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Handmade Nation: The Rise of D.I.Y., Art, Craft, and Design (Nov., $24.95) by Faythe Levine and Cortney Heimerl examines the fusion of historical technique, punk culture and the DIY ethos.
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The Creative Entrepreneur: A DIY Visual Guidebook for Making Business Ideas Real (Nov., $17.99) by Sonora Beam tells the artist-cum-businessperson how to get started.
Art Circus! Altering Techniques, Art Cards, and Other Magical Projects (Feb., $24.99) by Lisa Kettell details methods for the altered artist.
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The Rough Guide to Videogames (Sept., $21.99) by Kate Berens and Geoff Howard covers their history and the social issues surrounding them.
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Kilimanjaro: Summit of Africa (Dec., $14.95) by Jacquetta Megarry collects maps and descriptions of the three main trekking routes, plus the ascent of Mt. Meru.
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Easy Country (Oct., $12.95) by Katrin Cargill draws on traditional rural homes to present a clean, updated approach to interior style.
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Good Design Can Change Your Life: Beautiful Rooms, Inspiring Stories (Sept., $25)by Ty Pennington. The Extreme Makeover: House Edition host shares the show’s techniques for redesigning living, working and sleeping spaces. 200,000 first printing.
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The Art and Science of Clicker Training for Horses (Oct., $19.95) by Ben Hart answers questions and offers solutions.
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Beyond Basic Knitting (Oct., $19.95), edited by Leigh Ann Berry, outlines 10 projects that demonstrate advanced techniques.
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Hat Box Series Doggie Tricks & Treats (Oct., $9.95) by Gregg R. Gillespie. How to make Fido work for treats; includes 25 nutritionally sound recipes.
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Bags That Rock: Knitting on the Road with Kelley Deal (Sept., $17.95) by Kelley Deal serves up the lowdown on fiber, gear and bag-specific features.
Bow Wow WOW! Fetching Costumes for Your Fabulous Dog (Oct., $17.95) by Cathie Filian supplies 33 designs for canine couture.
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Pure Knits: Sophisticated Designs in Shades of White (Oct., $19.95) by Yahaira Ferreira celebrates all-white projects from intermediate to advanced.
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OriGrafix Holiday (Nov., $16.95) by Studio Cochae presents preprinted tear-out origami designs for Christmas.
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Luxury Yarn One-Skein Wonders (Oct., $18.95), edited by Judith Durant. Orphaned balls of yarn can be put to good use with this collection of high-end designs.
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Kitchens: A Sunset Design Guide and Bathrooms... (Oct., $22.95 each) combine photography and professional advice with cutting-edge software.
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The Prayer Shawl Companion: 38 Knitted Designs to Embrace, Inspire and Celebrate Life (Sept., $19.95)by Janet Bristow and Victoria A. Cole-Galo. The creators of www.shawlministry.com gather inspiring wraps for all occasions. 40,000 first printing.
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The City Dog: The Essential Guide for City Dwellers and Their Dogs (Sept., $18.95) by Sarah Whitehead reviews urban-compatible breeds, socialization programs and basic training.
Fabulous Felines: Health and Beauty Secrets for the Pampered Cat (Oct., $17.95) by Sandy Robins explains fitness, grooming and beauty treatments.
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America’s Kitchens (Oct., $34.95) by Nancy Carlisle and Melinda Talbot Nasardinov explores four centuries of American kitchens, their history and evolution.
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Speaking for Spot: Become a First-Rate Medical Advocate for Your Dog (Oct., $24.95) by Nancy Kay. A veterinarian shows the way for pet owners to secure smarter, better health care for their canine companions.
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Scrapbook Asian Style! Create One-of-a-Kind Pages and Projects with Asian-Inspired Materials, Colors and Motifs (Oct., $24.95) by Kristy Harris.
UNIVERSE
Paper Captain: The Paper Boat Captain’s Manual (Nov., $25) by Juliette Cezzar charts a century of nautical history and presents instructions for model-making.
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The Woodwright’s Guide: Working Wood with Wedge and Edge (Oct.; $22.50, cloth $35) by Roy Underhill explains the transformation from forest to furniture using the splitting wedge and cutting edge.
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Fear and Fashion in the Cold War (Sept., $37.50) by Jane Pavitt explores the period’s influence on clothes.
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Girligami: 25 Fresh, Fun, Fashionable Spins on Origami (Nov., $16.95) by Cindy Ng shares new designs for shoes, clothing, purses, animals and more.
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Harmonica for Dummies (Sept., $21.99) by Winslow Yerxa provides simple instructions to make learning to play the harmonica easy.
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Teach Yourself Visually Sock Knitting (Sept., $21.99) by Laura Chau explains the essentials for covering the well-appointed foot.
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Black in Fashion: Mourning to Night (Sept., $29.95), edited by Laura Jogig, traces four centuries of this classically basic hue.
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The Big Book of Magic (Nov., $19.95) by Joshua Jay teaches a complete course and delivers the scoop on the mechanics and presentation for each trick.
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How to Draw and Paint Aircraft Like a Pro (Nov., $24.99) by Andrew Whyte with text by Charlie and Ann Cooper shows how to turn doodles into masterpieces.
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Bloomsbury Essential Guide for Reading Groups (Sept., $16.95) by Susan Osborne offers guides for 75 great reads.
100 Must-Read Books for Men (Feb., $9.95) by Stephen E. Andrews and Duncan Bowis
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The Idler’s Glossary (Sept., $11.95) by Joshua Glenn aims to correct popular misconceptions about the employed and the unemployed.
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Wounded Warriors: Those for Whom the War Never Ends (Oct., $16.95) by Mike Sager gathers true stories of obstacles and adversity.
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Notes from No Man’s Land: American Essays (Feb., $15) by Eula Biss examines issues of race and identity through the lens of history and family.
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The Best American Essays 2008 (Oct., $14), edited by Adam Gopnik, anthologizes works from myriad publications. 50,000 first printing.
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A Whaler’s Dictionary (Sept., $18) by Dan Beachy-Quick offers an extended dialogue with Moby-Dick. Author tour.
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City Dog: Essays (Feb., $17.95) by W.S. DiPiero follows the cultural critic as he examines his influences.
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Empire of Desire: The Abolition of Time (Oct., $29.95) by Thierry Hentsch, trans. by Fred A. Reed, is the second volume of the author’s survey of formative texts of the Western narrative tradition.
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Hebrew Writers on Writing (Nov., $24.95), edited by Peter Cole, studies well-known figures and introduces lesser-known writers.
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Renaming the Earth: Personal Essays (Oct., $17.95) by Ray Gonzalez gathers essays reflecting on the American Southwest.
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Finding Ireland: A Poet’s Explorations of Irish Literature and Culture (Oct., $25) by Richard Tillinghast examines the country’s people, places, literature and recent changes.
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The Art of Friction: Where (Non)Fictions Come Together (Oct., $24.95), edited by Charles Blackstone and Jill Talbot, explores how fiction and nonfiction intersect and challenge notions of “truth.”
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What Should I Read Next? 70 University of Virginia Professors Recommend Readings in History, Politics, Literature, Math, Science, Technology, the Arts, and More (Sept., $17.95), edited by Jessica Feldman and Robert Stilling.
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Harvey Pekar: Conversations (Oct., $22), edited by Michael G. Rhode, offers interviews with the creator of American Splendor.
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The New 50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth (Oct., $12.99) by John Javna and Sophie Javna. The 50 Simple Things You Can Do to Save the Earth author and his 14-year-old daughter address the younger set. Author tour.
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All About Saguaros (Dec., $19.95) by Leo W. Banks considers the many aspects of this iconic, long-lived native of the Sonoran desert.
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Wildflowers and Common Trees of East Africa (Sept., $25) by David J. Allen.
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How the Rich Are Destroying the Earth (Oct., $12.95) by Hervé Kempf discusses the invincibility many of the world’s wealthy feel in the face of global warming.
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The Green Guide to Daily Living (Nov., $14.95) by Tracey Middlekauff suggests ways to achieve a practical and environmentally sound life.
CORNELL UNIV. PRESS
Nature of the Rainforest: Costa Rica and Beyond (Sept., $29.95) by Adrian Forsyth; photos by Michael and Patricia Fogden. The biologist delineates the ravaging consequences for an ecosystem under siege.
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100 Ways to Save the World (Sept., $16.95) by Johan Tell outlines what individuals can do to make a positive difference.
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The Transition Handbook: From Oil Dependency to Local Resilience (Sept., $24.95) by Rob Hopkins posits practical action to create a self-reliant existence.
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David Suzuki’s Green Guide (Sept., $19.95) by David Suzuki and David R. Boyd suggests simple ways to reduce our ecological footprints.
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Strand: Unraveling the Stories of One Mile of Beach Debris (Oct., $18.95) by Bonnie Henderson surveys objects and animals found along mile 157 of the Oregon coast.
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Mindfully Green: A Personal and Spiritual Guide to Whole Earth Thinking (Nov., $12.95) by Stephanie Kaza supplies tools to bring about change. 20,000 first printing.
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Coming Clean: Breaking America’s Addiction to Oil and Coal (Sept., $14.95) by Michael Brune illuminates a path to clean energy.
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Soil Not Oil: Environmental Justice in an Age of Climate Crisis (Oct., $15) by Vandana Shiva connects the dots between industrial agriculture and climate change.
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The Louisiana Coast: Guide to an American Wetland (Nov., $24.95) by Gay M. Gomez explores the area’s resources and vulnerabilities.
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Disturbing Times: The State of the Planet and Its Possible Future (Sept., $18.95) by Scott Firsing predicts a global future’s impact on daily life.
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Open Spaces, Sacred Places: Stories of How Nature Heals and Unifies (Sept., $30) by Tom Stoner and Carolyn Freas Rapp details ways to make urban life compatible with the natural world.
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A Voice for Earth: American Writers Respond to the Earth Charter (Sept., $16.95), edited by Peter Blaze Corcoran and A. James Wohlpart, compiles literature that reflects the charter’s principles.
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Let There Be Night: Testimony on Behalf of the Dark (Sept., $21.95), edited by Paul Bogard. A collection of writers bear witness to the dangers of light pollution.
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Otero Mesa: Preserving America’s Wildest Grassland (Oct., $24.95) by Gregory McNamee, photos by Stephen Strom and Stephen Capra, explains the ecological significance of an area threatened by oil development.
New Age
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The Complete Vision Box Kit (Oct., $24) by John Assaraf contains a book, a DVD and materials to make a vision board.
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Joe Yap’s Pure Feng Shui (Sept., $19.95) by Joey Yap debunks myths and teaches readers how to invite prosperity, harmony and success into the home.
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Illustrated Directory of Healing Crystals: A Comprehensive Guide to 150 Crystals and Gemstones (Jan., $9.95) by Cassandra Eason explores mythological, magical, healing and divinatory properties.
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The Cup of Destiny: Read Your Future from Tea Leaves (Sept., $19.95) by Jane Lyle reveals the secrets of the ancient method of divination.
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Vibe-Away: The All-Purpose Space-Clearing Kit (Sept., $14.95) by Amy Zerner and Monte Farber solves the problem of negative energy with a quick-dissolving, nontoxic crystal.
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Working with Spirit Guides: How to Make Contact with Angels, Fairies and Power Animals (Sept., $12.95) by Teresa Moorey provides tips on using crystals, oils and meditation to sharpen psychic ability.
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Graphology: A Guide to Health (Sept., $20.95) by Monica O’Hara-Keeton uses some 250 writing samples to show how handwriting demonstrates strengths and weaknesses.
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Back in Time Tarot: Picture the Past, Experience the Cards, Understand the Present (Nov., $16.95) by Janet Boyer describes an approach to connecting with the cards as they relate to one’s life.
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Sign from Above: Your Angels’ Messages About Your Life Purpose, Relationships, Health and More (Jan., $8.95) by Doreen Virtue and Charles Virtue helps readers discover insights from their guardians.
The Intuitive Advisor: A Psychic Doctor Teaches You How to Solve Your Most Pressing Health Problems (Feb., $14.95) by Mona Lisa Schulz, M.D., offers practical advice in mastering the seven rules for intuitive health. 75,000 first printing.
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Astrology and the Authentic Self (Nov., $24.95) by Demetra George provides a model for astrologers in analyzing their clients’ lives.
INNER TRADITIONS
Sacred Geometry Cards for the Visionary Path (Sept., $35) by Francene Hart. A 160-page book accompanies a boxed set of 64 cards.
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2012 and the Galactic Center: The Return of the Great Mother (Oct., $15) by Christine R. Page, M.D., explains the expansion of consciousness that will be possible during the 2012 Galactic Alignment.
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Hedge Witch: Spells, Crafts & Rituals for Natural Magick (Sept., $18.95) by Silver Raven Wolf. This 14-lesson guide suggests ways to interact with nature.
Rachel Pollack’s Tarot Wisdom: Spiritual Teachings and Deeper Meanings (Nov., $21.95) by Rachel Pollack expands on the lessons in Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom.
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Lucid Dreaming: Gateway to the Inner Self (Oct., $18.95) by Robert Waggoner leads readers through five stages of lucid dreaming.
NEW PAGE BOOKS
11:11 The Time Prompt Phenomenon (Feb., $15.99) by Marie D. Jones and Larry Flaxman examines the power of numerology.
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The Secret History of Dreaming (Jan., $14.95) by Robert Moss explores the vital role of dreams, coincidence and imagination, using examples such as Joan of Arc, Harriet Tubman and more.
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The Method of No-Method: The Chan Practice of Silent Illumination (Nov., $15.95) by Chan Master Sheng Yen offers a simple meditation method.
STATE UNIV. OF NEW YORK PRESS
A Buddhist in the Classroom (Oct., $15.95) by Sid Brown describes this perspective on teaching.
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Beyond the Occult: Twenty Years’ Research into the Paranormal (Oct., $19.95) by Colin Wilson links scientific thinking with the universe of the paranormal.
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Magic When You Need It: 150 Spells You Can’t Live Without (Sept., $14.95) by Judika Illes offers techniques for finding a job, meeting a soul mate or getting cash fast.
Performing Arts & Film
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The Clash (Oct., $12.95) by Ray Lowry and Ben Myers traces the English punk rock band’s chronology.
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tick, tick... BOOM!: The Complete Book and Lyrics (Jan., $16.95) by Jonathan Larson reprints the libretto of the Rent creator’s autobiographical musical.
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Miley’s World (Oct., $16) by Matthew Rettenmund recounts the life and times of the star of Hannah Montana.
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The Band Name Book (Sept., $29.95) by Noel Hudson reveals how groups from more than 30 different countries got their names.
DA CAPO LIFELONG
The B List: The National Society of Film Critics on the Low-Budget Beauties, Genre-Bending Mavericks, and Cult Classics We Love (Oct., $15.95), edited by David Sterritt and John Anderson, includes essays by David Ansen, Roger Ebert et al.
DK PUBLISHING
Bond on Set: FilmingQuantum of Solace (Oct., $20) by DK Publishing editors contains movie stills, photos and behind-the-scenes info on the latest James Bond film.
DUKE UNIV. PRESS
Screening Sex (Nov., $24.95) by Linda Williams examines steamy scenes from the early days of movies to the present.
ECW PRESS
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Living the Dream: Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: The Unofficial Story (Sept., $14.95) by Susan Janic. The star of Disney’s popular TV series is put under the microscope.
FABER AND FABER
The Reel Truth: Everything You Didn’t Know You Need to Know About Making an Independent Film (Jan., $15) by Reed Martin considers the potential pitfalls.
FIRESIDE
The Pitchfork 500: Our Guide to the Greatest Songs from Punk to the Present (Nov., $16) by Scott Plagenhoef and Ryan Schrieber looks at the top songs of the past 40 years based on pitchforkmedia.com.
FULCRUM/SPECK PRESS
Mock Stars: Indie Comedy and the Dangerously Funny (Nov., $16) by John Wenzel views the indie comedy scene and its underground revival. $20,000 ad/promo. Author tour.
INSIGHT EDITIONS
(dist. by Random House)
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull:A Photographic Journal (Oct., $29.95) by David James delves into the making of the fourth Indiana Jones blockbuster.
KAMERA BOOKS
(dist. by Trafalgar Square/IPG)
Charlie Kaufman and Hollywood’s Merry Band of Pranksters, Fabulists and Dreamers: An Excursion into the American New Wave (Sept., $19.95) by Derek Hill looks at the new film movement that captures its characters’ angst.
HAL LEONARD BOOKS
How to Make Your Band Sound Great (Oct., $39.95) by Bobby Owsinski. How to get million-dollar sound on a 10-buck budget; includes DVD.
Mixing the Hits: Country (Sept., $59.95) by David Martin explains the ins and outs of getting the perfect sound; includes two DVD-ROMS.
LIMELIGHT EDITIONS
Spalding Gray’s America (Oct., $19.95) by William Demastes analyzes the late writer/monologuist’s work in a historical context.
MERIWETHER PUBLISHING
101 Monologues for Middle School (Sept., $16.95) by Rebecca Young collects monologues, duologues and trialogues.
NORTHWESTERN UNIV. PRESS
The Night of the Hunteron Page and Screen: A Biography of a Film (Feb., $24.95) by Jeffrey Couchman analyzes Charles Laughton’s 1955 flick and Davis Grubb’s original novel.
PALGRAVE MACMILLAN
Bicycle Thieves (Nov., $14.95) by Robert Gordon emphasizes the importance of the 1948 Vittorio De Sica film classic.
POCKET BOOKS
Harry, A History (Nov., $15) by Melissa Anelli. The Web mistress of a popular Harry Potter fan site takes an in-depth look at the Potter phenomenon.
ROUNDER BOOKS
(dist. by NBN)
Waiting for a Train: Jimmie Rodgers’s America (Dec., $17.95), edited by Mary E. Davis and Warren Zanes, examines the career (1927—1933) of the superstar known as “America’s Blue Yodeler.”
SANTA MONICA PRESS
(dist. by IPG)
The World’s a Mess; It’s in My Kiss: The Untold Story of X (Sept., $16.95) by Kimberly Bright portrays one of the pioneering bands of the early L.A. punk rock scene.
SEVEN STORIES PRESS
(dist. by Consortium)
Ani DiFranco: The Complete Lyrics (Sept., $24.95) by Ani DiFranco includes a commentary on the development of her work. 30,000 first printing.
STAR TREK
Star Trek 101 (Sept., $16) by Terry J. Erdmann and Paula M. Block checks out the six TV series and 10 films; includes summaries of all 725 shows.
ST. MARTIN’S GRIFFIN
ScarfaceNation: The Ultimate Gangster Movie and How It Changed America (Oct., $16.95) by Ken Tucker marks the 25th anniversary of Brian de Palma’s gangster film.
STONE BRIDGE PRESS
(dist. by Consortium)
Warring Clans, Flashing Blades: A Samurai Film Companion (Sept., $19.95) by Patrick Galloway discusses 50 of the top martial arts films. Author tour.
TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIV. PRESS
(dist. by Texas A&M Press)
True West: An Illustrated Guide to the Heyday of the Western, as Shown Through 100 Years of Popular Culture (Oct., $29.95) by Michael Barson traces the oaters’ rise.
THEATRE COMMUNICATIONS GROUP
Salaam. Peace: An Anthology of Middle Eastern—American Drama (Feb., $18.95), edited by Holly Hill and Dina Amin, collects plays by American writers from diverse Middle Eastern backgrounds.
TITAN BOOKS
(dist. by Random House)
Watchmen: The Official Film Companion (Feb., $19.95) by TBA provides a comprehensive guide to the comic-to-film adaptation.
UNIV. OF GEORGIA PRESS
On Tarzan (Oct., $22.95) by Alex Vernon ponders the enduring fascination with the Edgar Rice Burroughs character.
UNIV. OF ILLINOIS PRESS
The Hayloft Gang: The Story of theNational Barn Dance (Sept., $24.95) by Chad Berry chronicles the history of the country music radio show of the 1930s and ’40s.
UNIV. OF WISCONSIN PRESS
Escape Artist: The Life and Films of John Sturges (Nov.; $26.95, cloth $60) by Glenn Lovell interweaves the director’s life story with analyses of his films—The Great Escape, The Magnificent Seven et al.
UNIV. PRESS OF FLORIDA
Balanchine the Teacher: Fundamentals That Shaped the First Generation of New York City Ballet Dancers (Oct., $25) by Barbara Walczak and Una Kai explains the great choreographer’s stylistic approaches.
WAYNE STATE UNIV. PRESS
Sex and the City (Feb., $14.95) by Deborah Jermyn analyzes the social, cultural, political and artistic significance of the HBO show (now a hit film).
WORKMAN
1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die (Sept., $19.95) by Tom Moon. Get out that iPod.
YALE UNIV. PRESS
State of the Axe: Guitar Masters in Photographs and Words (Oct., $24.95) by Ralph Gibson features several generations, from early jazz greats to modern rockers.
Philosophy
MANDALA PUBLISHING
(dist. by PGW)
Intelligence or Chaos: An Essay on the Meaning of Life (Sept., $22.95) by Henk Kleinman shows how to navigate life by creating meaning or order in the chaos.
MCGILL—QUEEN’S UNIV. PRESS
(dist. by CUP Services)
Hunger (Sept., $18.95) by Raymond Tallis examines the evolution of the desire for acknowledgment of something beyond death.
Wellbeing (Sept., $18.95) by Mark Vernon argues that positive psychology has overlooked the ancient wisdom on well-being from the Greek philosophers.
RONIN PUBLISHING
(dist. by PGW)
Commonsense Alternatives to Involuntary Death (Nov., $12.95) by Timothy Leary posthumously challenges when and if we must die.
SEMIOTEXT(E)
(dist. by MIT Press)
Correspondence: The Foundation of the Situationist International (June 1957—August 1960) (Nov., $19.95) by Guy Debord uses letters to portray the early years of the movement.
ULYSSES PRESS
(dist. by PGW)
Godless: How an Evangelical Preacher Became One of America’s Leading Atheists (Sept., $14.95) by Dan Barker.
UNIV. OF MINNESOTA PRESS
In Praise of the Common: A Conversation on Philosophy and Politics (Nov., $24.95) by Cesare Casarino and Antonio Negri follows the evolution of Negri’s intellectual thought from 1950 to today.
VINTAGE
The Book of Dead Philosophers (Jan., $14.95) by Simon Critchley catalogues the manner of various philosophers’ deaths and links them to their central ideas.
Photography
ABRAMS
How to Read a Photograph: Lessons from Master Photographers (Jan., $35) by Ian Jeffrey provides an introduction to the art form.
APERTURE FOUNDATION
(dist. by D.A.P.)
Invasion 68: Prague (Sept., $60), photos by Josef Koudelka, marks the 40th anniversary of the invasion by Warsaw Pact tanks.
AURUM PRESS/ARGENTUM
(dist. by Trafalgar Square/IPG)
Landscape Beyond: A Journey into Photography (Sept., $34.95) by David Ward explores the essential attributes of a successful landscape photograph.
CHARTA/IRISH MUSEUM OF MODERN ART
(dist. by D.A.P.)
Jack Pierson (Sept., $59.95), photos by Jack Pierson, collects eight publications on the innovative American photographer.
GILES
(dist. by Antique Collectors’ Club)
Fields of Vision: The Photographs of Russell Lee, the Library of Congress; ... The Photographs of Ben Shahn...; and ...The Photographs of Marion Post Wolcott... (Oct., $12.95 each) present 50 images of life before WWII.
HEYDAY BOOKS
Jazz Idiom: Blueprints, Stills, and Frames: The Jazz Photography of Charles L. Robinson (Sept., $21.95), photos by Charles L. Robinson, text by Al Young, features shots of 39 jazz luminaries.
HISTORIC HOUSES TRUST OF NEW SOUTH WALES
(dist. by Antique Collectors’ Club)
Sydney Now: New Australian Photojournalism (Sept., $45) by Inara Walden and Robert McFarlane presents a portrait of life down under since the millennium.
W.W. NORTON
Rick Sammon’s Exploring the Light: Making the Very Best In-Camera Exposures (Sept., $29.95) by Rick Sammon demonstrates how to achieve optimum composition.
PHOTOGRAPHERS’ INSTITUTE PRESS
(dist. by Sterling)
Printing for Digital Photographers (Sept., $19.95) by Tim Daly provides guidance for getting digital prints to match what appears on the computer screen.
STERLING/LARK
Digital Masters: B&W Printing—Creating the Digital Master Print (Jan., $24.95) by George DeWolfe combines artistic concepts with practical techniques.
TATE PUBLISHING
(dist. by Abrams)
Street & Studio: An Urban History of Photographic Portraiture (Sept., $50) by Ute Eskildsen examines the difference between street and studio shots.
UNIV. OF WISCONSIN PRESS
Picturing Indians: Photographic Encounters and Tourist Fantasies in H.H. Bennett’s Wisconsin Dells (Sept.; $24.95, cloth $39.95) by Steven D. Hoelscher examines the career of the 19th-century photographer.
UNIV. OF WISCONSIN/TERRACE BOOKS
Purebred and Homegrown: America’s County Fairs (Nov.; $29.95, cloth $50) by Drake Hokanson and Carol Kratz surveys the fairs through historical and contemporary images.
WATSON-GUPTILL/AMPHOTO BOOKS
PhoDOGraphy: How to Get Great Pictures of Your Dog (Oct., $17.95) by Kim Levin. Can Fido say “cheese”?
WILEY/VISUAL
Digital Photography Simplified (Sept., $24.99) by Rob Sheppard recommends techniques for making better prints.