Then & Now: Santa Monica is the second in our series that showcases photographs of buildings and locales from decades past, contrasted with recent photographs of these same locations and today's inha
"This is the story of how one city and a handful of dedicated citizens turned a genteel antebellum city into one of America's greatest urban success stories. Having survived more than 260 years of war
Most people generally think of wicker furniture as perfect for a sunroom or an outdoor arbor, but Mary Whitesides' new ultimate book of wicker beautifully illustrates this varied material's breadth of
There is no "one-size-fits-all" plan for so-called "green" homes; rather, there are universal principles of design that can be applied to individual tastes and needs. Architect Angela Dean offers a v
Green. It conjures images of a meadow in spring for some, and the color of money for others. What does "green" have to do with our homes? In essence, green building-or sustainable building-means bein
Cody Lundin, director of the Aboriginal Living Skills School in Prescott, Arizona, shares his own brand of wilderness wisdom in this highly anticipated new book on commonsense, modern survival skills
Explains how to use a cost-effective, creative approach to transforming one's home into a personal sanctuary with the help of eclectic, individual touches, seasonal accents, innovative storage solutio
Designed to bring the true spirit of cabin style back to its roots, Robbin Obomsawin's latest book Log Cabin Classics is inspired by nostalgic, old-world cabins and filled with tips for meeting today
Teddy is not Miss Thompson's favorite student. He doesn't focus in class, his homework is never complete, and he comes to school unkempt. When, at Christmas, Teddy gives Miss Thompson a bottle of che
Now in paperback!From the biggest notions of carefully styled rooms to the smallest comforts and delights of accessorizing a home with your favorite things, Inside Log Homes offers suggestions, under
Just before Santa takes his Christmas Eve flight, he slips and falls on a patch of ice. All seems well until Santa realizes he's lost his memory. So instead of starting in China like usual, the reind
Santa receives thousands of letters from children who have parents in the military. He decides this year he'll do something extra special for the troops that are away from home.
From the New York Times best-selling author of 101 Things to Do With a Cake Mix! comes 101 Things to Do with a Slow Cooker! Call it a slow cooker, a crockery cooker, or your best friend, the popular
Da dum, da dum, da dum-it's the sound of a beating drum! If you hear this rhythmic sound, Brave Bunny could be near. One day Brave Bunny sets out to explore the world. He has a whirlwind of a day, exp
$39.95 hardcover * 1-58685-213-2 * May10 x 10 in, 224 pp, 150 Color Photographs,Rights: W, SportsOnce the sport of Polynesian kings, surfing embodies the ultimate encounter between man and nature. Pl
"Perhaps not the funniest, it's funnier than many; and definitely a funny book." - Publisher's WeeklyA Rick Walton classic (and one of his most popular children's books) returns in paperback! It'
Detailing the history of the state and examining current political and economic changes, this work integrates material on the early explorers, immigrants, pioneers, native populations, and modern citi
"These aerial photographs of the lowlands of coastal South Carolina and Georgia capture the essence of an area famous for its barrier islands, tidal flats, and broad river deltas that form almost cont
The executive chef at southern California's Golden Door Spa shares 150 fresh-ingredient recipes and a range of time-saving tips, offering options for a variety of meals and advice on how to promote he
Provides information about what life is like for cowboys today, as well as in the past, introduces cowboy lingo and poetry, and gives ideas for how to experience some aspects of cowboy life.
With the experience and passion of a seasoned Yosemite climber, Ron Kauk uses concise vignettes to share his thoughts on the natural world and our collective responsibility to care for the planet upo
$19.95 gatefold paper * 1-58685-261-2 * March8-1/2 x 10 in, 144 pp, 140 Color Photographs & IllustrationsRights: W, DesignHidden in idyllic isolation, the haciendas of Old Mexico strike powerful chor
When it comes to deciding on the size of a home or living space, one question must be asked: How much space is enough? Americans often relate "enough" space to dimensions, rather than to how a space
In a book filled with elegant imagery and romantic photography, Renny Reynolds reveals the key secrets of event planning, along with instructions on how to develop creative party concepts and themes.
Joseph Eichler was a pioneering developer who defied conventional wisdom by hiring progressive architects to design Modernist homes for the growing middle class of the 1950s. He was known for his inn
Bungalow Colors: Exteriors addresses the importance of color in Arts& Crafts architecture. Drawing on the works of such Arts & Crafts master as Greene & Greene, Stickley, and Wright, this new volume
Prefab presents a series of innovative homes and concepts that boldly demonstrate that this is not your grandmother's prefab, offers a glimpse into the history of prefabricated housing over the last c
$39.95 hardcover 1-58685-033-4 8 x 11 in, 192 pp, 235 Color Photographs, Rights: W, DesignThe Yucatan has undergone a remarkable restoration renaissance of late: ancient pyramids now share the de
$60.00 hardcover 1-58685-135-7 September10 x 12 in, 256 pp, 300 Color Photographs, Rights: W, DesignCabins and Camps offers an intimate view of mountain homes and log cabins from New York's Adi
For lovers of French decorating, this book reproduces some of the earliest toile designs from 18th-century France. Delicate flower prints, fun animal motifs, rich historic scenes, and complex archite
Hailed as one of the year's top five novels by Time, and selected as one of the best books of the year by nearly all major newspapers, national bestseller Peace Like a River captured the hearts of a
Called "a first-rate spy story" (Entertainment Weekly), The Bureau and the Mole is the sensational New York Times best-seller that tells the inside story of FBI counterintelligence agent Robert Phili
The romance of log building has inspired American creativity for centuries. Capturing the romance requires hard work and planning. Featured here are thirty of the most popular floor plans from top han
Santa and his reindeer love the state of Arizona, and are sure glad to be back. But, as they fly over the Grand Canyon, Santa begins to wonder if he's too old . . . maybe someone younger should replac
Mom comes home from work late and has a huge list of things to do to get ready for Christmas on this Christmas Eve night, but she's so tired she falls asleep. When she wakes up, her family is there an
$9.95 paper 1-58685-112-8 6 x 8 in, 64 pp, Color Illustrations Throughout, Rights: W, Children's Activity Bookinsert image of children's POPFree display available with purchase of 20 Children's Act
$21.95 paperback 1-58685-113-6 August6 x 8 in, 432 pp, Black & White Photographs, Rights: W, ArchitecturevFrancis Morrone has returned to the buildings of his original guidebook once again t
In this companion volume to their successful Managing With Carrots, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton present a remarkable story of how a great leader can unleash human potential--creating success in e
