This book holds all the secrets to opening and running a successful inn. It gives you guidelines for choosing a profitable location and describes a day in the life of the average inn owner. You can
Teens are targeted as consumers more and more. This gives them tremendous influence, but it also sets them up to be taken advantage of. "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Money for Teens" teaches them
You’re no idiot, of course. You have a reporter’s eye, a poet’s touch, and you absolutely love to write. Stories, journal entries, letters to the editor—you name it, you know you can write it. But whe
You’re no idiot, of course. You know that the joy of fishing comes with skill, patience, and the right equipment. You can get yourself to the water and relax, but when it comes to baiting your hook an
You’re no idiot, of course.? You can serve up a mean s’il vous plait in a French bistro, live la vida loca for a night of margaritas, and manage a sayonara! after sushi, sake, and karaoke. But when it
You’re no idiot, of course. You know Eastern philosophy encompasses many countries and concepts, but when it comes to breaking down the basics—to discuss with others or for your own enlightenment—you
You're no idiot, of course. You know your life would be easier to handle and a lot more pleasant if you just stopped putting off 'til next month what you should have done last week. But when it comes
In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get solid information about getting the most from a trip; friendly advice in an easy-to-understand format; tips, definitions, and warnings to help you along the wa
You're no idiot, of course. You know it's unhealthy to obsess about a waiter's insulting remarks, and you're tired of hearing your "best friend" remind you of your shortcomings. But when it comes to
You’re no idiot, of course. You can hold your own in water cooler conversation, are the life of the party at get-togethers, and have no problem firing a quick comeback at your smart-alecky friends. Bu
There are approximately 40 million people of Irish descent in America today, and they are not the only ones who have made books such as How the Irish Saved Civilization and Angela's Ashes internation
You’re no idiot, of course.? You know there are moments when you have been creative, attractive, and even intelligent.? But when it comes to sizing yourself up in the mirror, stepping onto a scale to
You’re no idiot, of course.? You know how to push a toddler on a swing, the recipe for the best gooey chocolate chip cookies, and even how to get teens to confide in you.? Your own kids think you’re h
You're no idiot, of course. You hire and manage talented people, carry out your daily tasks with grace, and even find ways to shine under deadline pressure. But when it comes to finance and accounti
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.
Sometimes you feel flirty, sometimes sophisticated—and now you can rock your locks to reflect your mood. You don't need a salon to achieve braids, twists, and updos that match your attitude; with this
Do you really know how the U.S. government operates? Most Americans have simply forgotten what they learned in their high school government class. Providing an updated history and comprehensive overvi
Provides an overview of leather crafts, listing tools, materials, and techniques, and includes step-by-step instructions for projects such as a bookmark, journal cover, and wine tote.
Idiot's Guides: Judaism is written by an accomplished Rabbi and teacher for both a non-Jewish person, as well as any Jewish person who wishes to learn more. The book offers a thorough examination and
ASMR stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response. A way to beat insomnia and reduce stress, ASMR is a relaxed, tingling feeling that many people report having as a response to particular stimuli,
Medicare and its various supplemental plans provide healthcare coverage to millions of aging and retired Americans. Despite its widespread use, this complex program is often confusing to new recipient
In an effort to ensure that all U.S. students are equally prepared for college and careers, new academic standards for Kindergarten through 12th grade have been established and adopted by nearly every
The wildly popular Paleo Diet is based on eating like our stone-age ancestors — good fats, lean meats, and lots of fruits and vegetables. Idiot's Guides: Paleo Slow Cooking takes a fabulous diet and b
Millions of people suffer from various types of anxiety-related disorders, including social phobias, panic disorder, agoraphobia, OCD, PTSD, and others. Idiot's Guides: Overcoming Anxiety, Second Edit
Enjoying locally grown fruits and vegetables year-round has never been easier! Idiot's Guides: Canning and Preserving focuses on step-by-step instructions with full-color photos to help readers of all
Divorce is a complicated, if not messy, process that requires expert information. Beginning with cautionary advice and enabling the reader to be sure divorce is the right answer, the founders of Divor
Chia seeds — popularized by the terra-cotta figurines since the 1970s — are the latest superfood craze. Chia is an edible, gluten-free seed that is high in protein, fiber, antioxidants, and omega-3. T
Do math more quickly and with more confidence — with less reliance on paper, apps, and calculators. For people who automatically run to the nearest calculator, Idiot's Guides: Speed Math teaches tips,
In today's fast-paced, technology-laden society, it's easy to become overwhelmed. People seek calm and simplicity, but have a hard time realizing a "Zen" life. Monk and sensei Domyo Sater Burk illustr
Translated for people who don't speak math! The Humongous Book of SAT Math Problems takes a typical SAT study guide of solved math problems and provides easy-to-follow margin notes that add missing st
Completely revised and updated in paperback, Washington Post reporter Margaret Pressler's husband, Jim, is one of those people who doesn't look his age. After years of fielding questions about how he
An essential introduction to the art of butchering shares hands-on instructions for saving money and enabling greater quality control by preparing and storing meats at home, offering complementary cov
Shares step-by-step, illustrated instructions to techniques ranging from soldering and stamping to casting and wiring, counseling readers on how to develop essential skills through a dozen original pr
Within these pages, readers will learn how the diet works, how they can follow it to improve their own health and lose weight, and how they can diagnose their own blood pH levels at home. With a compr
Written by a test-prep curriculum developer and private standardized test tutor, a guide to the paper-based and Internet-based TOEFL provides clear coverage of test subjects while offering numerous sa
The key to overcoming chronic illness and recovering from chemotherapy treatments-or just to avoid getting every virus that goes around-is to build up the body's natural immune defenses. Nutrient-poor
In recent years, due to a growing awareness of over-processed, expensive, store-bought food, there's been a demand for alternatives. Homemade Snacks and Staples fills that demand, with more than 200 r
Introduces the TLC diet, featuring eighty recipes, advice for implementing the diet, meal plans, and a discussion of the science behind why the diet works.
These guides give new and prospective owners comprehensive, month-by-month advice on breed-specific issues—from the puppy's first two months to his first birthday. No other pet books o
