The first how-to guide to help readers prepare for and conquer a new and growing form of distance racing popping up all over the country, written by bestselling fitness author James Villepigue. Obstac
In our materialistic, time-crunched society, lifestyles are compromised by disorganization and clutter. In a 2008 National Association of Professional Organizers survey, 65 percent of respondents note
From the creator and editor of the extremely popular puzzlebaron.com website for the ever-growing number of compulsive acrostic puzzle enthusiasts, Puzzle Baron's Acrostics has a total of 100 acrostic
A personal growth expert offers ways to correct energy imbalances in the body, including how to find the exact location of sources of pain and promote self-healing through infusing healing energy into
An expert in the field provides guidance for stressed-out caregivers of aging parents, including information on providing primary care, utilizing adult day care and other local services and transition
A guide to the basics of conducting advises on such topics as leading rehearsals, standing properly and working a baton on the podium, learning beat patterns, and interpreting pieces.
Covers all aspects of RV living from selecting the right RV and towing vehicles, to basic maintenance, driving tips and cooking on the road and includes helpful information on the different types of R
Shares smoothie and tonic recipes blended from fresh and natural foods and juices, and offers advice on combining ingredients and flavors and boosting the nutritional content of beverages.
The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Eating Plan is a dietary program that was developed by the National Institutes of Health and has been proven to be one of the most effective and heal
An insightful and illuminating guide to Judaism's basic tenets and practices. The Essential Guide to Jewish Prayer and Practices offers a more profound understanding of Judaism-for practicing Jews a
Not limited to beef and pork, this cookbook features 65 recipes for making all different types of sausage--including game, seafood and even vegetarian sausage, as well as homemade condiments and servi
What to do before the "I do". Written by the co-founder of The Man Registry(r), a highly popular site visited by millions of grooms and grooms-to-be each year. Be the Man is an irreverent, yet highl
A puzzle book that challenges minds of all ages. People love puzzles and games. It's not a recent phenomenon, although lately an intense and growing interest in both Sudoku and poker has emerged. No
A food writer and author of Guide to Cooking for Guys presents more than 500 delicious, healthy and economical recipes for people who are under time constraints as well as budget restrictions. Origina
The sexuality and relationship educator offers straightforward information on all aspects of sexual relations, discussing love, lust, casual sex, monagamy, sexual positions, and the resolution of sexu
Costello, author of the recent memoir A Lethal Inheritance; A Mother Uncovers the Science Behind Three Generations of Mental Illness, offers gentle encouragement and practical guidelines for anyone wh
Help and hope in times of loss. Debra Holland, a psychotherapist and specialist in grief counseling, shares her indispensable knowledge in The Essential Guide to Grief and Grieving, tackling the dif
A software expert provides detailed, in-depth information on how to use the latest version of Intuit's accounting software designed for small business owners who have little or no accounting experienc
A distinctly modern take on an ancient erotic classic. The most famous sex guide in history is also one of the oldest - the Kama Sutra. Translated many times over, this historic work has at its core
Featuring sample questions in every chapter and two complete practice exams, this test preparation guide provides content review and refreshers on the application and analysis of nursing skills and kn
An updated and revised edition-offering new information on some of the most popular topics in grant writing. This new edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Grant Writing provides essential info
A comprehensive guide to get you ready for race day. According to the rule books, a marathon is 26.2 grueling yet exhilarating miles. Millions of people run marathons around the world. Many more mill
This is the time to expand your career opportunities-and the knowledge in here can be the key. This third edition compresses the most significant skills and lessons of a two year MBA into one compreh
Unlock the mystery of your past lives-and discover your future potential. By discovering your past lives, you can unlock the secret influence they have on your present one-enabling you to enjoy great
As a vegan, you know how challenging it can be to create light and flavorful breads, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods without using eggs, dairy, or animal products of any kind. And if you're not
At the end of a long day, the last thing you want to think about is spending an hour in the kitchen preparing dinner.With a little advance cooking and help from your freezer, you can come home, pull
The strength of your business depends, in part, on the strength of your workforce. You've heard that happy employees are more productive, but you're not sure how to keep your staff on track to meet y
Join the fold and discover this timeless art form. World's Best Origami is an amazing collection of more than 100 of the most unusual and best-loved origami patterns ever created. Expert origami art
Ethics are more than a personal philosophy. From the crimes of Bernie Madoff to the accusations of war crimes and torture to the massive greed-inspired fraud perpetrated by the financial institutio
The art of "bellyspeaking" isn't for dummies. The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Ventriloquism teaches everyone to speak from their bellies, create and substitute sounds, use all the registers of the
A thorough examination of a misunderstood condition. Though it's traditionally thought of as a childhood disorder, a growing body of research is bringing awareness to the fact that ADHD often conti
All the power you need is already there. This third edition helps readers understand the basics of solar (photovoltaic) power and explore whether it makes sense for them, what their options are, a
Tons more fun for word search enthusiasts! A follow-up to The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Word Search Puzzles, this new volume contains over 300 puzzles on a variety of themes, many of them new. Ea
Start playing whole songs?not just chords! This unique songbook will have beginning guitarists playing songs from their favorite classic and contemporary artists immediately. Instead of hours practici
This book is a comprehensive overview of the history and culture of the peoples who are now known as the First Americans. Author Walter C. Fleming covers the many different tribes that stretched from
You’re no idiot, of course. You know many people have turned to Buddhism as an alternative to organized religion—but you’re mistaken if you believe that all Buddhists live a monklike existence. Don
-- Jerry Capeci's The Complete Idiot's Guide "RM" to the Mafia has already netted close to 12,000 copies since its publication in December 2001, making it one of Alpha's strongest new titles.-- Jerry
You’re no idiot, of course. You’ve read poetry that has touched your heart, and you’d like to improve your own writing technique. But even though you have loads of inspiration, you’re discovering that
You’re no idiot, of course. You know that for centuries, acupuncture and acupressure have been among the most effective alternative medical treatments available. Now you’ve decided to try one of them—
You’re no idiot, of course. You know how to tap out an e-mail to your boss, scrawl a note to your sweetheart, even throw in an extra flourish when you sign a greeting card. But when it comes to really
