0 évaluation0% ont trouvé ce document utile (0 vote)
241 vues72 pages
This document provides information about several upcoming books being published by Firefly Books in Spring 2010. It summarizes four books:
1) Vogue Beauty - A comprehensive guide to beauty, health, and style featuring sections on skin, hair, makeup, scent, and complementary medicines.
2) Baby Chronicles Pregnancy Planner, Revised 2nd Edition - A 12-month planner and organizer for expectant mothers.
3) Skin Secrets by Liz Earle - A guide to naturally beautiful skin at any age through botanical ingredients and holistic self-care practices.
4) 350 Best Salads & Dressings by George Geary - Over 200 salad recipes and 150 dressing
This document provides information about several upcoming books being published by Firefly Books in Spring 2010. It summarizes four books:
1) Vogue Beauty - A comprehensive guide to beauty, health, and style featuring sections on skin, hair, makeup, scent, and complementary medicines.
2) Baby Chronicles Pregnancy Planner, Revised 2nd Edition - A 12-month planner and organizer for expectant mothers.
3) Skin Secrets by Liz Earle - A guide to naturally beautiful skin at any age through botanical ingredients and holistic self-care practices.
4) 350 Best Salads & Dressings by George Geary - Over 200 salad recipes and 150 dressing
This document provides information about several upcoming books being published by Firefly Books in Spring 2010. It summarizes four books:
1) Vogue Beauty - A comprehensive guide to beauty, health, and style featuring sections on skin, hair, makeup, scent, and complementary medicines.
2) Baby Chronicles Pregnancy Planner, Revised 2nd Edition - A 12-month planner and organizer for expectant mothers.
3) Skin Secrets by Liz Earle - A guide to naturally beautiful skin at any age through botanical ingredients and holistic self-care practices.
4) 350 Best Salads & Dressings by George Geary - Over 200 salad recipes and 150 dressing
Of related interest: Vogue Beauty Juliet Cohen, Bronwyn Cosgrave, Rachel Marlowe, Kathy Phillips, Lizzie Radford Vogue has always meant great style for women. This professional author team provides a comprehensive guide for the woman who wants to make the most of what she has. Beginning with an overview of the latest beauty trends, Vogue Beauty features detailed text, how-to instructions and hundreds of color photographs. Six informative sections cover: The body food as fuel, self-image, exercise, caring for problem areas Skin care types, essential products, common complaints, skin cancer, dermatology, cosmetic surgery Hair types, coloring, style essentials, health Makeup foundation, powder, concealer, eye makeup, lipstick, blush, manicure, pedicure Scent history of perfumery, choosing a scent, fragrance families, ingredients, making it last Complementary medicines everyday medicines, special therapies, holistic disciplines Special sections focus on wrinkles, cosmeceuticals, lunchtime laser treatments, famous models secrets, using essential oils and more. Packed with insider knowledge, professional advice and hundreds of photos, women of all ages will nd Vogue Beauty useful and entertaining. Juliet Cohen is the author of Vogue Make-up. Bronwyn Cosgrave is the author of Costume and Fashion: A Complete History. Rachel Marlowe is an associate beauty editor at W magazine. Kathy Phillipps is the beauty director for Cond Nast Asia and the author of Vogue Book of Blondes. Lizzie Radford writes for Vogue and Marie Claire. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-600-0 paperback with aps $24.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 400 pages 6 8 160 color and black- and-white photographs and illustrations, directory of useful addresses, index Rights: U.S. & Canada Vogue Fashion Linda Watson 978-1-55407-437-2 paperback $24.95 A must for would-be fashionistas. Grand Magazine The Complete Book of Hairstyling Charles Worthington 978-1-55297-576-3 paperback $24.95 PARENTING 2 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author and illustrator: BaBy ChRoniCLes PRegnanCy PLanneR A Portable Planner for the Mom to Be Dania Lebovics Illustrations by Lam Quach A practical 12-month perpetual calendar for moms to be, revised based on customer feedback. Baby Chronicles Pregnancy Planner helps new and expectant mothers stay organized and guides them through the maze of appointments, tests and physical changes so characteristic of this life-changing event. This perpetual calendar can begin in any month and year, as chosen by the expectant mother, and has important information on pregnancy and newborn baby care. The planner organizes the days and months leading up to the babys birth as well as after the big day. The information mothers record in their planner creates a collection of memorabilia from this special time, which can also be used as a guide for future pregnancies. The features include: A rolling 12-month calendar Pages of stickers to indicate notable dates Healthy eating suggestions and prenatal exercises Information on infant care and feeding Steps to make a home baby-safe A clear storage pocket for coupons and appointment cards The revised format and layout of this superb planner is based on customers feedback on the rst edition. New developments are also included, and all the information is updated. Dania Lebovics is the mother of three boys and developed this planner from her personal experience. She is also the author of Baby Chronicles, the best-selling memorabilia book for parents of new babies, and School Year Chronicles. REVISED SECOND EDITION KIDDY CHRONICLES PUBLISHING 978-0-9733994-5-5 wirobound (semi- concealed) paperback $9.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 56 pages 7 5 full-color illustrations throughout, stickers, storage pocket Rights: World English Baby Chronicles 978-0-9699203-7-3 plastic-laminated wirobound (concealed) hardcover $19.95 School Year Chronicles 978-0-9699203-3-5 hardcover, loose-leaf ring binder $19.95 Previous Edition: 978-0-9733994-2-4 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 3 HEALTH & BEAUTY sKin CaRe seCRets How to Have Naturally Healthy Beautiful Skin Liz Earle A guide to naturally beautiful skin at any age. Skin Secrets is an indispensable guide to what every woman needs and wants naturally beautiful skin. Author Liz Earle gives women a long-term strategy that emphasizes a holistic approach. Dozens of photographs and illustrations, sidebars and tips provide a wealth of information and practical advice, including: How skin works and the fundamentals that improve it The best botanical beautiers Beautiful skin through every decade of a womans life What products work where and how best to use them How to safely enjoy a golden glow Practical help for acne, eczema, psoriasis and more The benets of complementary therapies Tricks of the trade from professional makeup artists Exercises to improve skin tone Delicious recipes with fresh ingredients that feed the skin A glossary, list of helpful organizations, shopping directory and list of supplements and natural remedies complete this comprehensive guide to natural beauty at any age. Liz earle is the founder of Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare, which sells by the millions in 82 countries. She is also a beauty editor, the author of over 30 books, a TV presenter and a highly respected authority on botanical ingredients in beauty care. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-608-6 paperback with aps $24.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 192 pages 8 11 color and black-and- white photographs, color illustrations, appendices, glossary, index Rights: North America Of related interest: Pro Makeup Kit Spencer 978-1-55407-477-8 wirobound (concealed) hardcover $29.95 Pro Nail Care Leigh Toselli 978-1-55407-478-5 wirobound (concealed) hardcover $29.95 FOOD 4 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 350 Best saLaDs & DRessings George Geary Easy-to-prepare recipes for great salads and delicious dressings. The recipes from this book will encourage the home cook to never again purchase store-bought salads and dressings and to toss out those ancient jars and bottles at the back of the refrigerator. There are more than 200 easy-to-follow recipes for delicious salads and, because every proper salad should be well dressed, more than 150 dressing recipes, too. From delightful starters to main meals unto themselves, there are salads for every season and occasion. They include: Asparagus and bacon salad Brown Derby cobb salad Pesto coleslaw Garlic greens with raspberries Potato radish salad Salad Nioise And tantalizing dressings, such as: Asian all-purpose dressing Fresh orange French dressing Roasted honey garlic dressing Fat-free zesty herb dressing Tomato basil dressing A comprehensive listing of oils, vinegars, spices and herbs complements the recipes. Everything needed to create the ultimate salad and its dressing is found right here. george geary teaches at more than 200 schools per year. He is also a food journalist, and his cookbooks have sold more than 200,000 copies. He is the author of The Cheesecake Bible. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0240-2 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: MAY 304 pages 7 10 16 full-color photos, index Rights: World By the same author: 500 Best Sauces, Salad Dressings, Marinades & More 978-0-7788-0227-3 paperback $24.95 The Complete Baking Cookbook 978-0-7788-0165-8 paperback $24.95 978-0-7788-0176-4 hardcover $34.95 [S]erves up easy-to-follow recipes of baked goods for almost every imaginable occasion. Tucson Citizen FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 5 FOOD SECOND EDITION, REVISED AND EXPANDED FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-597-3 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 256 pages 9 10 more than 50 color photos, index, tables Rights: World All Fired Up! Outdoor and Indoor Grilling Margaret Howard A terrific collection of fresh and flavorful grilling recipes, plus dozens of tips to make memorable meals. Grilling is the perfect way to create tasty dishes for the whole family, which will satisfy even the pickiest palates. And grilling indoors is quick and healthy, reducing the amount of fat in foods. In this newly expanded and revised edition, chef and registered dietitian Margaret Howard shares 275 time-tested recipes for grilled food and accompaniments. Here is just a small sampling of the range of recipes: Meats, such as spicy peppered sirloin steak, southern-style pulled pork, Moroccan turkey burgers, rosemary-grilled chicken breasts, spit-roasted leg of lamb Fish and seafood dishes, such as ginger-sesame salmon steaks, scallops and shrimp Vegetarian options, such as grilled Mediterranean vegetables, spicy tofu satay Accompaniments, such as blond barbecue sauce, island salsa, creamy buttermilk dressing Desserts, such as grilled fresh pineapple, aming blueberry mango crisp Special icons highlight vegetarian, quick to prep and spicy dishes. There are also menu suggestions and easy-to-adapt variations for perfect single dishes, complete meals or all-out banquets. With up-to-date information on equipment, safety and health concerns and hundreds of great cooking tips, All Fired Up! is a comprehensive reference for any outdoor and indoor home chef. Margaret Howard is a recipe developer and cookbook author. Two of her other titles are The Complete Book of Small Batch Preserving and 250 Best 4-Ingredient Recipes. Of related interest: 300 Big & Bold Barbecue & Grilling Recipes Karen Adler and Judith Fertig 978-0-7788-0212-9 paperback $24.95 Championship BBQ Secrets for Real Smoked Food Karen Putman 978-0-7788-0130-6 paperback $21.95 978-0-7788-0138-2 hardcover $29.95 Previous Edition: 978-1-55209-217-0 FOOD 6 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: the VegetaRian sLow CooKeR Over 200 Delicious Recipes Judith Finlayson All the advantages of eating more vegetables and grains and the convenience of a slow cooker. The rst edition of this book (125 Best Vegetarian Slow Cooker Recipes) was very successful. This new edition is illustrated in full color and includes 100 new recipes that will appeal to a wide range of tastes. Using a slow cooker, even the most time-pressed person can arrive home to a ready-to-eat and delicious home-cooked meal. The Vegetarian Slow Cooker includes updated recipes for standard and traditional vegetarian dishes. Classic meat dishes have been recreated in vegetarian versions, with vegan-friendly recipes clearly identied. Some of the tantalizing recipes are: Onion-soused beans Braised tomato bruschetta Wild mushroom soup with miso Smoky tomato soup with cheesy crostini Broccoli and cheddar cheese cake From family favorites to exotic dishes, these recipes will inspire both full-time and occasional vegetarians to pull out their slow cookers. Any home cook can prepare delicious vegetarian fare with minimum attention and maximum certainty of success with Finlaysons recipes. Judith Finlayson is a food writer, journalist and author of the best- selling The Complete Whole Grains Cookbook. She lives in Toronto, Ontario. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0239-6 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 304 pages 7 10 full color throughout, tips and techniques, index Rights: World The Healthy Slow Cooker 978-0-7788-0133-7 paperback $24.95 One of my favorite slow-cooker cookbooks. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Slow Cooker Comfort Food 978-0-7788-0224-2 paperback $24.95 175 Essential Slow Cooker Classics 978-0-7788-0143-6 wirobound (concealed) hardcover $24.95 Previous Edition: 978-0-7788-0104-7 Caramelized onion quiche Leek and potato cobbler with stilton Wheat berry ragout Vegetable biriyani Butter bean and barley risotto FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 7 FOOD Of related interest: CHICKEN AND OTHER FOWL John Torode Over 150 delicious recipes that will raise humble poultry to new heights. Chicken and Other Fowl shows home cooks how to use every part of a chicken right down to the bones and get the best value for money. The book covers chicken, turkey and game birds, and it describes how to grill, poach, cut up a bird and carve roasted fowl of all types. Full-page color photographs of nished dishes and special tips and suggestions for variations and accompaniments complement the recipes. The instructions assume no prior experience. Recipes are organized into: Soups and stocks Snacks and starters Legs and breasts Salads Curries Barbecue The delicious recipes include classic and contemporary dishes, such as Thai spiced duck salad, barbecued Buffalo wings, chicken and asparagus chowder, pheasant wrapped in prosciutto with polenta and roast turkey with caramelized onions. Practical and beautifully illustrated, Chicken and Other Fowl answers that common dinnertime question: What do I do with a package of chicken breasts? John Torode is the copresenter and a judge on the hit BBC-TV series MasterChef. He operates the hugely popular London restaurants Smiths of Smitheld and Luxe. This is his second cookbook. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-612-3 paperback with aps $24.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 256 pages 7 9 full color throughout, directory of poultry and game dealers, index Rights: U.S., Canada & Philippines Country Cooking The editors and readers of Harrowsmith magazine 978-1-55407-448-8 paperback with aps $29.95 978-1-55407-468-6 plastic-laminated hardcover $35.00 The charm of this collection is its authenticity . . . . This excellent collection is certain to become a culinary classic, one that will be used over and over again by cooks throughout North America. Country cooking is big on both taste and freshness, two things that make this cookbook especially rewarding. Tucson Citizen Roasts One-pot wonders Tarts, pies and pastries Pasta, noodles and grains Conts, terrines, pts and pastrami FOOD 8 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same authors: 125 Best gLuten-FRee BReaD MaChine ReCiPes Donna Washburn and Heather Butt Great breads from the home kitchen. They will taste like they came from the best bakery in town. For anyone who enjoys the avor and aroma of freshly baked bread, nothing beats the convenience of a bread machine. This convenience is even greater for those managing a gluten intolerance. Finally here are great recipes for the food that is most strictly avoided and typically most missed in gluten-free diets: bread. These recipes make gluten-free breads that not only taste great but are specically designed to meet the exacting requirements of bread machines. Each recipe has been thoroughly tested to ensure successful results every time. And what a collection of recipes it is: Banana seed bread Brown bread Cornbread Cranberry wild rice bread Egg-free, corn-free, lactose-free brown bread Italian herb bread Pumpernickel Throughout the book there are tips and techniques for using a bread machine, and as a bonus the authors have included recipes for mixer- prepared variations. These breads will be enjoyed by everyone in the family, whether affected by gluten intolerance or not. Donna washburn and heather Butt are best-selling authors, food stylists and recipe developers. There are 150,000 copies of their previous gluten-free cookbooks in print and more than 300,000 copies of their bread machine cookbooks in print. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0238-9 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: MAY 264 pages 7 10 8 full-color photos, index Rights: World Complete Gluten-Free Cookbook 978-0-7788-0158-0 paperback $24.95 Provides a comprehensive review of gluten-free and lactose-free cooking [and] explores the use of grains less commonly used in the U.S. The Dallas Morning News The Best Gluten-Free Family Cookbook 978-0-7788-0111-5 paperback $19.95 125 Best Gluten- Free Recipes 978-0-7788-0065-1 paperback $19.95 Sourdough walnut bread Tomato rosemary bread Hamburger/mini-sub buns Hot cross buns Sun-dried tomato ciabatta Thin pizza crust Cinnamon buns Focaccia FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 9 FOOD Of related interest: 250 hoMe PReseRVing FaVoRites From Jams & Jellies to Marmalades & Chutneys Yvonne Tremblay Homemade preserves outshine store-bought every time. By following these mouth-watering recipes, the home cook can enjoy the delicious rewards of soft spreads for months and months. Experienced canners and novices making their rst batch of jam alike will be successful, creating incredible jams, jellies, marmalades, conserves, fruit butters and chutneys. These 250 recipes have a slightly more gourmet approach, embracing unique combinations and less traditional ingredients, and handy step- by-step instructions enable any preserver to follow them with ease and condence. The essence of summer can be enjoyed year-round with delectable spreads such as these: Lemon blueberry marmalade Orange and Earl Grey tea marmalade Strawberry cantaloupe jam Spiced mango jam The author also provides extensive and easy-to-understand information on the use of canning equipment, and there is a guide to solving common soft spread problems. With these new and innovative recipes, theres never been a better time to embrace the time-honored tradition of canning. yvonne tremblay is a professional recipe developer and tester, food stylist, cooking instructor and television spokesperson. This is her fourth cookbook. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0237-2 paperback $21.95 Ctn qty: MAY 304 pages 7 10 16 photos, step-by-step instructions, index Rights: World 175 Best Jams, Jellies, Marmalades & Other Soft Spreads Linda J. Amendt 978-0-7788-0183-2 paperback $21.95 Explain[s] in clear detail how to safely make and preserve jams and jellies. Kansas City Star The Complete Book of Pickling Jennifer MacKenzie 978-0-7788-0216-7 paperback $24.95 Jennifer MacKenzie dishes up contemporary takes on stand-bys from pickles to chutney with helpful, practical tips for busy cooks. Chicago Sun-Times Watermelon raspberry jam Fresh g jam Tequila sunrise jelly Plum orange jelly FOOD 10 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 Of related interest: BaLL CoMPLete BooK oF hoMe PReseRVing 400 Delicious and Creative Recipes for Today Edited by Judi Kingry and Lauren Devine From the experts, the new bible in home preserving. The demand for organic and local foods and the desire to live more economically have not waned, and in fact they have intensied. Consumers have rediscovered the convenience and the benets (both economic and nutritional) of home preserving. Ball Home Canning Products are the gold standard in home preserving supplies. Every summer their trademark jars ll store displays from coast to coast. The experts at Ball have written a comprehensive guide that critics have christened the new bible in home preserving. The books 400 innovative and enticing recipes are delicious and easy to follow. There are salsas and savory sauces, pickles, chutneys, relishes and, of course, jams, jellies and fruit spreads. Recipes vary from traditional, such as crabapple jelly, strawberry jam and pickled onions, to the innovative, such as tomatillo salsa, mango-raspberry jam and brandied apple rings. Comprehensive directions on safe canning and preserving methods, lists of required equipment and utensils, and explicit instructions for rst-timers make Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving a valuable and timeless addition to any kitchen library. Judi Kingry and Lauren Devine have between them 20 years of experience in the preserving industry. They are both employed by Jarden Home Brands. BEST-SELLER NEARLY 500,000 SOLD! ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0131-3 paperback $22.95 Ctn qty: 978-0-7788-0139-9 hardcover $29.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 448 pages 7 x 10 32 pages of color photographs, charts and tables, glossary, index Rights: U.S. Revised Second Edition The Complete Book of Small-Batch Preserving Ellie Topp and Margaret Howard 978-1-55407-256-9 paperback $19.95 Takes the pressure off cooks who dont have the time . . . but still want to savor the seasons bounty. Chicago Tribune FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 11 FOOD the uLtiMate stuDent CooKBooK From Chicken to Chili Tiffany Goodall More than 100 easy recipes for terrific food on a students budget. Written by a chef who lived away from home on a limited budget while she was a culinary arts student, The Ultimate Student Cookbook enables college and university students to enjoy fresh and healthy food every day. Recognizing the pressures and realities of student life, these more than 100 delicious recipes: Require only 20 essential pieces of kitchen equipment Use fewer than 20 staples from the cupboard Call for healthy, inexpensive ingredients available at any grocery store Include important guidelines on how to store food and observe good food hygiene Use up leftovers and include various adaptations Are complemented by step-by-step color photographs that show the preparation and presentation of each dish Recipes range from pizza, roast chicken and macaroni and cheese to curries, fajitas and risottos. Easy to use, encouraging to readers and packed with delicious ideas, this book will be a godsend to students living away from home and to parents with visions of scurvy. tiffany goodall is a graduate of the Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland. She has combined being a professional chef with writing and personal appearances on CNN, the BBC and at numerous food shows. She lives in London, England. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-602-4 paperback with aps $14.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 160 pages 6 8 over 1,000 full-color photographs Rights: U.S., Canada & Philippines Of related interest: Clueless in the Kitchen Evelyn Raab 978-1-55209-224-8 paperback $14.95 Young adults who like to cook or would like to learn more about cooking will appreciate the abundant information and recipes here . . . its basic food message is sensible and the recipes are appealing. Booklist Wryly humorous collection of 200 recipes aimed at teens . . . substantial basic information on cooking . . . friendly, tongue-in-cheek tone. School Library Journal FOOD 12 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: the 250 Best MuFFin ReCiPes Esther Brody Reissue of a best-seller 150,000 copies sold with a handsome new cover. Just about everybody loves mufns. Theyre quick and easy to make, and theyre the perfect size for a quick breakfast or snack. Most home cooks have a handful of favorite recipes that please the family, and here are 250 more that are sure to please, too! Mufn chef Esther Brody has specially selected standard classics and delightful variations from her personal collection that taste wonderful and are nutritious and easy to make. These recipes use a wide range of delicious, healthy ingredients from apples to zucchini and a number of decadent, dessert-type mufns round out the collection. A sampling of the mufns in this book: Blueberry bran mufns Lemon yogurt cranberry mufns Orange marmalade wheat mufns Herbed brown rice mufns Home cooks will also nd a wealth of baking tips and techniques, recipe variations and all the information needed to make perfect mufns every time. esther Brody has run her own mufn business and has developed thousands of baking recipes. She is the author of several baking books, including The 250 Best Brownies, Bars and Squares and 250 Best Cakes and Pies. She lives in Calgary, Alberta. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0014-9 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 200 pages 7 10 8 full-color photographs, index Rights: World BEST-SELLER REISSUE 500 Best Cookies, Bars & Squares 978-0-7788-0103-0 paperback $19.95 1500 Best Bars, Cookies, Mufns, Cakes & More 978-0-7788-0194-8 paperback $27.95 Maple pecan mufns Chocolate n banana mufns Cranberry streusel mufns Passover mashed potato mufns FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 13 FOOD FooD PResentation seCRets Styling Techniques of Professionals Cara Hobday and Jo Denbury A practical guide to adding that professional flourish to any dish. Food Presentation Secrets provides professional cooking school instruction, tips and recipes for more than 100 sweet and savory garnishing ideas. Using this comprehensive guide, any home chef can make professional-looking garnishes with delicious edible ingredients. Five comprehensive sections reveal the techniques, tools, ingredients and designs used by chefs in ne restaurants. Step-by-step illustrations show how to assemble the garnishes, and each is graded in difculty from one to ve. Handy checklists, tip boxes and identier directories explain the best ways to use the different garnishes. The features include: How and why to garnish, history of garnishing, modern garnish styles Essential cooking tips and rules of presentation The aesthetics of plate styles and shapes Useful tools and essential knives Core garnishing techniques using sauces, gravies, oils, salsas, pestos, foliage, owers, fruit, vegetables, our-based garnishes, dairy, sugars, pastries, ices, chocolate and textures Food Presentation Secrets rivals a professional culinary course and will give all cooks the condence to create attractive designs for any type of menu. Cara hobday has been a professional food journalist and stylist for 14 years and is the author of a number of cookbooks. Jo Denbury is a freelance journalist, stylist and writer based in London, England. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-491-4 plastic-laminated wirobound (concealed) hardcover $29.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 176 pages 8 8 full color throughout, glossary, resources, index Rights: North America Of related interest: The Science of Good Food David Joachim and Andrew Schloss 978-0-7788-0189-4 paperback $39.95 978-0-7788-0205-1 hardcover $54.95 Science of Good Food excels when it comes to giving readers a clear idea of the science involved in cooking. Library Journal (starred review) Joachim and Schloss use a dictionary approach for their comprehensive guide to the whys and wherefores of cooking and eating. . . . In simple prose, they explain the term, outline what the process does to food, and then delve into how the process actually accomplishes its purposes. . . . Recipes scattered throughout offer ways of actually putting information into practice. . . . Full-color illustrations of such basic topics as knife anatomy contribute to understanding. Booklist FOOD 14 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 Of related interest: 125 Best Chinese ReCiPes Bill Jones and Stephen Wong Easy Chinese cooking with everyday ingredients. Take the best of Chinese cooking, add a wide variety of readily available North American ingredients and youve got 125 Best Chinese Recipes. This book is perfectly suited to home cooks who love Chinese food and want to make meals and snacks that are innovative, easy and delicious. Some of the authentic but contemporary recipes are: Appetizers, such as drunken chicken wings Savory soups, like egg drop soup with minced beef and cilantro Outstanding meat alternatives, such as crisp-fried chili and garlic shrimp Mains, such as plum and chili glazed pork tenderloin Great sides, such as ve-spice and spinach scalloped potatoes In addition, a wonderful primer on Chinese cooking provides comprehensive information on the tools, techniques, ingredients, vegetables, sauces and spice mixes that are the foundation of Chinese cuisine. Bill Jones is a French-trained chef, author and food consultant based in Vancouver Island, British Columbia. He has written nine cookbooks and is passionate about sustainable and organic growing methods. stephen wong is a Hong Kongborn chef, restaurant consultant and writer. He is in great demand as a guest chef in the U.S., Japan, China and Canada. He lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0235-8 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 208 pages 7 10 16 full-color photos, tips and techniques, index Rights: World Second Edition Simply Thai Cooking Wandee Young and Byron Ayanoglu 978-0-7788-0075-0 paperback $19.95 Easy Indian Cooking Suneeta Vaswani 978-0-7788-0088-0 paperback $19.95 I enjoy Indian food . . . but usually preparing it at home is just too much work. Until I discovered Easy Indian Cooking . . . couldnt be easier. South Florida Sun-Sentinel FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 15 FOOD Of related interest: 300 Best BReaD MaChine ReCiPes Donna Washburn and Heather Butt The ultimate bread machine recipes. Because bread machines are more popular than ever, we have revised our best-selling bread machine book with 50 new recipes. From traditional favorites to innovative recipes that reect todays tastes, this ultimate collection provides 300 recipes for one of lifes great pleasures: home-baked bread. Here are just a few of the delicious new recipes: Cracked wheat Classic French Cinnamon raisin Flaxseed Coffee raisin Olive rosemary Each recipe accommodates 1-pound and 2-pound machines, and there are recipes for other foods that can be made in a bread machine, such as pasta, cakes and cookies. Well-developed and tested recipes along with handy glossaries of baking terms and tons of tips and techniques enable the home chef to make perfect bread every time. Donna washburn and heather Butt are professional home economists and baking experts, as well as the authors of six cookbooks, including 250 Best American Bread Machine Baking Recipes. Their bread machine books have sold more than 300,000 copies. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0244-0 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 480 pages 7 10 32 full-color photos, tips and techniques, glossaries, index Rights: World 200 Fast & Easy Artisan Breads Judith Fertig 978-0-7788-0211-2 paperback $24.95 Currant bran Salsa bread Bacon cheddar loaf Barley date Four-cheese pizzetta Maple oat 200 Best Panini Recipes Tiffany Collins 978-0-7788-0201-3 paperback $24.95 FOOD 16 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 100 Best asian nooDLe ReCiPes Bill Jones and Stephen Wong A new culinary horizon that includes a wonderful array of noodle dishes. Like pasta, noodles are simple, cheap and endlessly adaptable. Yet noodles provide something more an exciting range of tastes and textures that combine the best of Eastern and Western cooking styles. These 100 outstanding noodle recipes bring together the best of fusion cooking. These recipes are very easy to make, and most can be prepared in just 30 minutes using ingredients found in a local supermarket. Heres just a small sampling of these noodle delights: Soups like ramen noodles with red snapper and curry-fried tofu soup with vegetables and udon noodles Fish courses like broad egg noodles with smoked salmon, asparagus, lemon and ginger cream Meat dishes like peppered beef with at rice noodles and ginger teriyaki chicken with steamed rice noodle cakes Decadent desserts like hazelnut yam wonton with maple syrup Also included is a Noodle Primer that provides a history, categories and descriptions of two dozen types of noodles. Move over pasta, here comes a tantalizing collection noodle dishes. Bill Jones is a French-trained chef, author and food consultant based in Vancouver Island, British Columbia. He has written nine cookbooks. stephen wong is a Hong Kongborn chef, restaurant consultant and writer. He is frequently a guest chef in the U.S., Japan, China and Canada. He lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0234-1 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 208 pages 7 10 16 full-color photographs, index Rights: World Of related interest: 250 True Italian Pasta Dishes John Coletta with Nancy Ross Ryan 978-0-7788-0221-1 paperback $24.95 All the Best Recipes Jane Rodmell 978-0-7788-0223-5 paperback $24.95 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 17 FOOD By the same author: the sMoothies BiBLe Pat Crocker Drinking smoothies is the fastest, easiest and best-tasting way to achieve good health. In addition to its original 250 smoothie recipes, this new edition of The Smoothies Bible introduces 100 fresh, new recipes with even more antioxidant fruits and vegetables even classic cocktails with and without alcohol. However, Crocker retains her original premise: smoothies are a delicious part of a healthy diet and lifestyle. Added to the immensely popular ingredient proles and Healing Smoothies section is a new section, The Healthy Body Systems, that includes information on the seven body systems and how to maximize their functions. Some of the healthy and delicious smoothies are: Acai berry combo Peppered beet Banana au lait Choco-peanut parfait Green tea and blueberries Detox delight Pineapple crush This new edition is the most comprehensive resource for anyone wishing to explore and enjoy the health benets of these easy-to-make drinks. Pat Crocker is a culinary herbalist and professional home economist. She has written, demonstrated and lectured about herbs and health issues for 25 years. An international award-winning cookbook author, Crocker has written six cookbooks and three herb books. SECOND EDITION ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0241-9 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: MAY 416 pages 7 10 16 full-color photographs, index Rights: World Previous Edition: 978-0-7788-0063-7 Second Edition The Juicing Bible 978-0-7788-0181-8 paperback $24.95 Experts recommend . . . ve servings of vegetables and three servings of fresh fruit daily. Crockers recipes will make that task easier. Tucson Citizen The Vegetarian Cooks Bible 978-0-7788-0153-5 paperback $24.95 Proof that a vegetarian diet can be varied and delicious. . . . Make your way to your favorite local bookseller to pick up a copy today! Complete Woman Sunrise supreme Wake up and shine Flu ghter #1 Pumpkin pick-me-up Grape heart C-blitz Mango madness 18 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: BACKLIST HIGHLIGHTS Best suMMeR weeKenDs CooKBooK Jane Rodmell Whether cooking for the family, having the neighbors over for dinner, entertaining guests for the weekend or hosting a once-a- summer, everybody-come-over gathering, this compendium is an indispensable kitchen companion, and at 352 pages it is a superb resource. SUMMER IS FOR OUTDOORS COTTAGE LIFE BOOKS 978-0-96969-224-9 hardcover $29.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 352 pages 9 10 100 color photographs, 30 black-and-white illustrations, index Rights: U.S. & Canada BOSTON MILLS PRESS 978-1-55046-497-9 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 240 pages 6 9 120 color photographs, bibliography, index Rights: World BOSTON MILLS PRESS 978-1-55046-450-4 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 320 pages 6 9 150 color photographs, bibliography, index Rights: World the haPPy CaMPeR An Essential Guide to Life Outdoors Kevin Callan The Happy Camper is a comprehensive, heavily illustrated, highly entertaining compendium of basic wilderness instruction and well-tested campsite advice. wiLDeRness PLeasuRes A Practical Guide to Camping Bliss Kevin Callan This colorfully illustrated, highly entertaining, truly informative sequel to The Happy Camper looks at why people love the wilderness and how everyone from rugged canoe-trippers to car-camping families can derive more enjoyment from their time outdoors. FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 19 FOOD By the same authors: Of related interest: the CoMPLete tRaiL FooD CooKBooK Over 300 Recipes for Campers, Canoeists and Backpackers Jennifer MacKenzie, Jay Nutt and Don Mercer Appetizing, energizing and easy-to-prepare recipes to enjoy on the go. These outstanding recipes meet the needs of wilderness and camping enthusiasts and provide tasty homemade meals. Trail food made by combining wholesome foods dried at home with nutritious store-bought ingredients is more economical than commercially prepared packaged food, and it can be customized to suit individual tastes and to avoid preservatives. This wide array of recipes, from the everyday to the gourmet, includes breakfasts, main courses, side dishes, breads, high-energy snacks, desserts and hot and cold beverages. Many recipes are just add water, and some require no cooking at all. Recipes such as these are so good they could be enjoyed every day, not just on the trail: Vanilla cinnamon French toast Curried chicken and apples Campre pizzas Cheese and herb skillet biscuits Created by a unique team with extensive camping and culinary experience, this will become the denitive book on trail food. Jennifer MacKenzie is a professional home economist specializing in recipe development and testing. She lives in Lakeeld, Ontario. Jay nutt is the chef and proprietor of Nuttshell Next Door Cafe in Lakeeld, Ontario. Don Mercer, PhD, is a professional engineer and an associate professor in the Food Science Department at the University of Guelph. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0236-5 paperback $21.95 Ctn qty: MAY 264 pages 7 10 8 full-color photos Rights: World The Dehydrator Bible Jennifer MacKenzie, Jay Nutt and Don Mercer 978-0-7788-0213-6 paperback $24.95 The Trailside Cookbook Don Philpott and Pam Philpott 978-1-55297-952-5 paperback $15.95 This engaging and useful cookbook is more than just recipes. Coverage includes good food choices, setting up a minimal-impact kitchen, rebuilding and dousing, and shing. The suggestions range from simple trail mixes to complex entrees like stuffed trout. Library Journal Just-add-water hummus Fudgy skillet brownies Mexican coffee Antiox berry shake WINE & SPIRITS 20 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: Of related interest: CoCKtaiLs MaDe easy 500 Drinks, 14 Key Ingredients Simon Difford Making it easy to create delicious cocktails at home. Simon Difford has a huge and loyal international following in professional bartending circles thanks to Diffords Encyclopedia of Cocktails and his website. For anyone overwhelmed by the more than 2,600 recipes and all the ingredients necessary to create them in his master-book, Cocktails Made Easy is the perfect guide to making cocktails more easily. These 500 cocktails require only 14 key ingredients, including commonly available spirits and liqueurs, some everyday items from the refrigerator and kitchen, plus a few simple tools. Each recipe has an easy step-by-step pictorial guide to its creation with a color photograph of the assembled drink in its assigned glass. In addition to providing ingredient measures, garnish, variations and fascinating information on the cocktails origin, Difford rates each drink on a scale of one to ve. This specially chosen collection of cocktail recipes will please the most discerning drinker and home mixologist in search of old and new favorites. simon Difford is a drinks industry celebrity and tours the United States every year. His experience includes running his own bar, founding his own import company and establishing brands. He is a Glenddich Food & Drink Awardwinning writer and lives in London, England. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-590-4 hardcover $24.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 192 pages 7 10 more than 500 full-color illustrations Rights: U.S. & Canada Diffords Encyclopedia of Cocktails 978-1-55407-501-0 plastic-laminated hardcover $45.00 400 Blender Cocktails Andrew Chase, Alison Kent and Nicole Young 978-0-7788-0142-9 paperback $19.95 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 21 GARDENING the CoMPLete BooK oF VegetaBLes The Ultimate Guide to Growing, Cooking and Eating Vegetables Matthew Biggs With a foreword by Jean-Christophe Novelli Praise for Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit, by Matthew Biggs and others: Solid gardening tips and tempting recipes . . . enough to teach even experienced gardeners new tricks. american Reference Books annual In this encyclopedic guide, master gardener Matthew Biggs shows home gardeners how to grow a broad range of vegetables, from the traditional and most popular to the unusual and rare. In addition, celebrated chef Jean-Christophe Novelli provides delicious recipes that use the abundant harvest. This all-in-one resource features: An illustrated A-to-Z directory with detailed notes on hundreds of varieties that is organized into 80 vegetable families Unusual, exotic and rare vegetables for the home garden Directory of disease-resistant vegetables Hundreds of color photographs Practical gardening tips, including information on planning, soil, fertility, watering, crop rotation, growing systems, propagation and weed and pest control Expert advice on garden cultivation and maintenance, harvesting and storing A history of vegetable growing The ornamental vegetable garden, micro-greens, mini vegetables and making vegetable dyes A comprehensive lists of suppliers and prize-winning vegetables The Complete Book of Vegetables is a comprehensive guide for home gardeners. Matthew Biggs is a broadcaster and writer and has been a professional gardener for over 25 years. He is a coauthor of Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit. Jean-Christophe novelli is a four-time Michelin-starred chef. He has appeared on Hells Kitchen and Top Chef, and he is the host of Chef Academy on NBC Bravo. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-581-2 paperback $29.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 280 pages 9 10 400 color photos Rights: North America REVISED EDITION GARDENING 22 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 tiMe-saVing gaRDeneR Tips and Essential Tasks, Season by Season Carolyn Hutchinson Hutchinson takes the mystery out of gardening with this practical and inspired volume packed with common sense and great ideas . . . Recommended for all collections. Library Journal Time-saving Gardener is a practical how-to reference designed for busy gardeners who can only devote a few hours a week, if that, to their gardens. Carolyn Hutchinson shows readers how to make the best possible use of their gardening time, whether its 10 minutes or an afternoon. All the projects are organized by season and then by task, and symbols indicate priority, how long the task will take and whether it can be undertaken in another season. Time-saving features include: Efcient techniques to save time Work sequences that save steps Seasonal reminders that also save money Sidebars with valuable tips, tools and useful techniques Essential jobs and why they are vital Projects for gardens of every size, shape and style A directory of easy-care plants that are tough or need little water Time-saving Gardener is easy to follow and suitable for gardeners of all skills levels and gardens of all kinds, urban or rural. This superb guide has become the most frequently used reference on many a gardeners bookshelf. Carolyn hutchinson is a gardening writer and the coauthor of four gardening books. She is a frequent contributor to horticultural publications, with articles that range from practical projects to in-depth plant proles. BACK IN PRINT JUST IN TIME FOR GARDENERS! FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-372-6 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: JANUARY 144 pages 7 10 700 color illustrations, plant directory, glossary, index Rights: U.S. & Canada Of related interest: The Plant Finder Tony Rodd and Geoff Bryant, senior consultants 978-1-55407-265-1 plastic-laminated hardcover $49.95 Here is one gardening book that no gardener (casual or professional) should be without. . . . Everything seems to be covered . . . This outstanding resource is a horticultural gem not to be missed. Booklist A sort of Petit Larousse for the plant world. Publishers Weekly GARDENING FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 23 inCReDiBLe eDiBLes 43 Fun Things to Grow in the City Sonia Day Photography by Barrie Murdock Turn an urban yard or balcony into your personal vegetable farm. Vegetable gardening is back! Concern about the environment and the desire to eat food unpolluted by chemicals, to buy local and to be thrifty are some of the reasons. Urbanites who have never grown a thing are now eager to try to cultivate vegetables, herbs and fruit in back and front yards, on rooftops and on balconies in any suitable space they can nd. Incredible Edibles is for anyone whos thinking: Id love to try growing some herbs and vegetables. But is it too difcult? Do I have the space? Or the time? Sonia Day focuses on edible plants that can be easily grown in a city setting, many of which are seldom featured in gardening books. Her clear, concise advice is perfect for those who dont have the time to wade through a gardening encyclopedia or to learn by trial and error. Incredible Edibles: Provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to start and maintain an organic edible garden Proles 43 specially selected hassle-free plants Offers simple and tasty recipes Recommends the best varieties for small spaces and suggests alternatives Lists readily available sources for seeds and seedlings Includes practical tips and personal anecdotes from Days own gardening experiences Incredible Edibles is lavishly illustrated with color photographs taken expressly for this book. It will give urban gardeners everywhere the knowledge and condence to grow and enjoy fresh vegetables, herbs and fruit. Master gardener sonia Day is a gardening columnist for the Toronto Star and the author of several popular gardening books. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-624-6 paperback $14.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 128 pages 7 9 75 color photographs, recipes, recommended seed and plant sources, index Rights: World GARDENING 24 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: VegetaBLes, heRBs & FRuit An Illustrated Encyclopedia Matthew Biggs, Jekka McVicar and Bob Flowerdew Solid gardening tips and tempting recipes . . . enough to teach even experienced gardeners new tricks . . . excellent index. american Reference Books annual Comprehensive . . . a valuable reference for both gardeners and inquisitive chefs. science news The best value in gardening books is back The popularity of locally sourced organic foods has increased to the point that many farmers cannot keep up with the demand. This book is a prime reference for those who are growing or want to grow their own vegetables, herbs and fruits. The authors provide comprehensive guidance on growing and harvesting hundreds of edible plants, complemented by more than 1,800 superb full-color photographs and illustrations and a wealth of recipes. Practical aspects of gardening are explained in detail, including pollination, soil fertility and greenhouse growing. Some of the topics covered are: Nutritional values The most useful and most recommended varieties Plant hardiness, propagation and growing guidelines Cropping, harvesting and storing Weed, pest and disease control Ornamental and wildlife value Pruning and training Companion planting Container growing A yearly maintenance calendar, glossary, further reading list, list of seed sources and detailed index round out this outstanding reference for the home gardener and home cook. Matthew Biggs lectures at the Royal Horticultural Society. Jekka McVicar has won several top awards from the Royal Horticultural Society. Her other books include The Complete Herb Book. Bob Flowerdew is an author and lecturer for the Royal Horticultural Society. BACK IN TIME FOR AMERICA TO PLANT FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-126-5 plastic-laminated hardcover with jacket $29.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 640 pages 8 10 more than 1,800 color photographs, 6 color illustrations, AZ directory, recipes, charts, glossary, further reading, seed sources, hardiness zones, index Rights: U.S. & Canada The Complete Herb Book Jekka McVicar 978-1-55407-365-8 paperback $29.95 As vibrantly practical as it is visually stunning, McVicars encyclopedic guide to approximately 150 of the most common, and several obscure, herbs more than lives up to its name . . . The reigning doyenne of British herbal gardening, McVicar is equally at home authoritatively addressing basic cultural information required by North American gardeners . . . Elegantly showcasing herbs myriad applications and benets, this one-stop resource will benet gardeners at any skill level eager to work with these multipurpose plants. Booklist HOME REFERENCE FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 25 CountRy & Cottage wateR systeMs A Complete Out-of-the-City Guide to On-Site Water & Sewage Systems, Including Pumps, Plumbing, Water Purification & Alternative Toilets Max Burns This indispensable guide will save those who live or spend their leisure time in rural areas time, money and headaches. Packed with solid, easy-to-understand advice and clear, detailed illustrations Country & Cottage Water Systems takes the mystery out of rural water systems and their components. Whether planning a new system or updating, expanding or xing an existing one, the ideas, the know-how and the solutions are all here. The book includes tips for do-it-yourselfers, and guidance for those hiring a professional, on a variety of topics, including: Methods for testing water Making water safe to drink Choosing the right pump Dealing with environmental issues and legal concerns Planning a systems connections Types of wells and how to dig a new one or revitalize an old one Understanding and installing waste systems Troubleshooting septic systems How to reduce a septic systems footprint The pros and cons of alternative toilets How to build an outhouse Getting rid of gray water How to keep pipes from freezing in winter How to winterize a seasonal water system for easy spring start-up From getting water in to getting waste out, Country & Cottage Water Systems helps ensure clean, safe water for country and cottage dwellers, as well as hassle-free and environmentally responsible waste disposal. Max Burns is an award-winning writer who specializes in the problems of rural and cottage living. He is the author of seven books and has written extensively for Cottage Life magazine and Cycle Canada. He lives outside North Bay, Ontario. COTTAGE LIFE BOOKS 978-0-9696922-7-0 plastic-laminated wirobound (concealed) hardcover $39.95 Ctn qty: JUNE 192 pages 8 11 two-color and four-color illustrations throughout, index Rights: World English HOME REFERENCE 26 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 the CoMPLete Root CeLLaR BooK Building Plans, Uses and 100 Recipes Steve Maxwell and Jennifer MacKenzie Natures way of storing fruits, vegetables and preserves. Whether as a way to manage challenging economic times or retain a gardens bounty, root cellars are making a big comeback. This book takes a fresh look at the art, science and romance of building and stocking a root cellar. There are detailed illustrated construction guides for making four different kinds of root cellars that are functional and attractive. These include never-before-seen models for apartment and condo dwellers and home owners without a basement. The Root Cellar Book provides technical information on using photovoltaics (solar cells) and other energy technologies to enhance a root cellars performance and ecological sustainability. It also includes must-know information on how to choose, store and manage a supply of fruits, vegetables, nuts and preserves. The book features 100 recipes that call for stored produce, many of which also make use of the root cellars specic environment, such as sauerkraut and barrel-fermented dill pickles. These classic dishes, many with new twists, include: Classic leek and potato soup Golden puffed potato puddings Maple pecan crumble apple pie Root cellars are the best natural way to store food, and this book is the most complete and up-to-date reference available on this time-honored tradition. steve Maxwell is a cabinetmaker, builder and award-winning home improvement author. Over the past two decades his articles have frequently appeared across North America. Jennifer MacKenzie is a professional home economist, author and editor with 15 years experience in recipe development and testing. ROBERT ROSE 978-0-7788-0243-3 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: MAY 256 pages 7 10 25 technical drawings, 2-color throughout, index Rights: World Classic carrot cake Spiced pear butter Three-onion relish FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 27 GARDENING Of related interest: FRont yaRD gaRDens Growing More Than Grass Liz Primeau Photography by Andrew Leyerle Praise for the rst edition: The book is handsome, informative and amusingly written, and it should serve as an inspiration to those who are tired of old- fashioned lawns. Publishers weekly Liz Primeau was ahead of her time when she transformed her manicured lawn in the suburbs into a mixed garden with a profusion of owering plants, shrubs and cacti. Ever since, she has enjoyed an eye- catching front garden that requires no chemicals and little watering. Packed with practical tips and more than 250 beautiful photographs, this new, revised edition of Front Yard Gardens: Explores the history of the lawn and our attachment to it Proles 75 front yard gardens from across North America Provides step-by-step instructions to start and grow a fabulous front yard garden This new edition of a classic guide covers planning and design, removing the grass, enriching the soil and planting and maintaining the garden. It is divided into several types of front yard gardens, including cottage, minimalist, secret, neighborhood, downtown and natural. Primeau discusses the key elements of each type and also provides a comprehensive list of complementary plants for each. In this expanded edition, Primeau chronicles how her own garden and neighborhood have evolved, proles several new and delightfully different gardens, and offers timely advice such as eco-friendly solutions for controlling bugs and weeds. Front Yard Gardens is an inspiring treasure-trove of ideas for home gardeners. Liz Primeau is renowned for her garden writing and regularly lectures on garden design. SECOND EDITION, UPDATED & EXPANDED FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-598-0 paperback $24.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 256 pages 8 10 256 color photographs, index Rights: World Revised Second Edition Encyclopedia of Planting Combinations Tony Lord; photography by Andrew Lawson 978-1-55407-370-2 plastic-laminated hardcover with jacket $59.95 Revised Second Edition Landscape Planning Judith Adam 978-1-55407-258-3 paperback $29.95 978-1-55407-381-8 plastic-laminated hardcover $39.95 Previous Edition: 978-1-55297-710-1 HOME REFERENCE 28 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same authors: CaBins A Guide to Building Your Own Nature Retreat David and Jeanie Stiles Clear, practical book . . . full-color photos help do-it-yourselfers realize their dreams. Log homes illustrated The best-selling Cabins is back in print, at the same great value of its original price. This authoritative how-to title gives readers all the information they need to build their own cabin, including: A useful list of essential questions to consider during the planning process Types of cabin construction, such as pole built, stick built, post and beam, stone, cordwood, wood siding, and the advantages of each Site preparation, foundations, windows and doors, ladders and stairs, insulation, roong, electricity, water systems and heating Essential information on log cabins Cabin designs and their advantages Furnishings and accessories Construction methods are clearly illustrated in meticulous line drawings and precise plans with measurements. Cut-away cross-sections and exploded diagrams give the builder the true perspective and detail needed to obtain the best result, allowing readers to get the most enjoyment out of their newly built wilderness retreat. David stiles is a designer/builder who, together with his wife, Jeanie stiles, has written articles for publications such as Better Homes and Gardens and the New York Times and authored 15 books, including Sheds and The Treehouse Book (which won the ALA Notable Childrens Book Award). The Stiles divide their time between New York City and East Hampton, New York. BACK IN PRINT FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55209-373-3 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 240 pages 8 11 16 pages of full-color photos, over 100 black- and-white illustrations, bibliography, sources, index Rights: World Workshops You Can Build 978-1-55407-029-9 paperback $19.95 What may be the ultimate how-to in workshop building . . . inspiring . . . eminently useful. Norfolk Virginian-Pilot Revised Third Edition Sheds 978-1-55407-224-8 paperback $19.95 Youll get the materials lists, estimated costs, and step-by-step, illustrated instructions to build a truly attractive outbuilding for gardening, storage and more. From House to Home BACKLIST HIGHLIGHTS FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 29 the MaPLe syRuP BooK Janet Eagleson and Rosemary Hasner A fun and fact-filled work guaranteed to delight folks of all ages. Library Journal In this richly illustrated book, the authors explore every aspect of maple syrup. They relate Native American legends surrounding its discovery and explain its importance in the pioneer diet. They cover the sugar maples exalted status in the maple tree family and reveal why maple sap is still one of natures great mysteries. Also included are: Details about how sugar maples are tapped and how the sap is collected Insights from producers who reveal their affection for their shared passion A special maple syrup avor wheel that describes the many colors, grades and avor variations available A selection of recipes, including maple salmon, maple-marinated chicken wings and maple sugar pecans 100 easy-to-gRow natiVe PLants For American Gardens in Temperate Zones Lorraine Johnson Photographs by Andrew Leyerle As we see exotic plants becoming invasive exotics, gardeners are seeking native plants for their gardens. Plants that withstand regional conditions and weather patterns deliver a hardier garden and require less maintenance. A pioneering book when rst published in 1999, this revised edition is a classic reference that meets the requirements of a changing, tougher landscape. Lorraine Johnson provides a fail-safe guide to beautiful low-maintenance plants native to many regions of the United States. The features include: Handy proles of each native plant Maintenance requirements Creative suggestions for plant pairings Propagation and cultivation tips Index of plants by botanical name Ethical guidelines for gardeners Updated list of sources FEATURED TITLES BOSTON MILLS PRESS 978-1-55046-411-5 hardcover with jacket $24.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 96 pages 8 8 70 color and black- and-white photographs, bibliography, index Rights: World FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-453-2 paperback $22.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 160 pages 8 9 over 120 full-color photos, charts, index Rights: U.S. PETS 30 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 the PaRRot CoMPanion Caring for Parrots, Macaws, Budgies, Cockatiels and More Rosemary Low Quick access to comprehensive information and expert guidance for parrot owners. Parrots are loved for their intelligence, sociability, longevity and humorous, almost-human characteristics. These same attractive qualities demand serious consideration and commitment when acquiring a parrot. The Parrot Companion provides practical knowledge gained from an experts decades of experience with these birds. The author examines the 25 most common breeds, which include greys, Amazons, caiques, conures, cockatiels and budgerigars. The data for each one compare principal characteristics, such as voice shrillness, mimicry and potential behavioral problems. The author emphasizes responsible ownership, with a focus on choosing the right bird and keeping it happy and healthy. Topics include: Socializing a parrot Safety tips Avoiding behavior problems Finding an escaped bird Step-by-step training Trimming ight feathers versus clipping wings The right equipment Feather plucking, biting and screaming Feeding, nutrition, health and grooming Re-homing a parrot This comprehensive reference is lled with color photos and will be welcomed by new and long-time parrot owners. Rosemary Low is the author of more than 20 books and a cofounder of the World Parrot Trust, which advocates against the trade of wild- caught parrots. She lives in England. BACK IN PRINT FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-199-9 paperback with aps $19.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 192 pages 6 8 220 color photos, sidebars, index Rights: U.S. & Canada BACKLIST HIGHLIGHTS FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 31 nationaL auDuBon soCiety guiDe to LanDsCaPe PhotogRaPhy A master photographers guide to capturing the natural landscape written for hobbyists and pros. Step-by-step instructions, pictograms and before-and-after comparisons provide a complete course in capturing a landscapes natural beauty. Digital Edition nationaL auDuBon soCiety guiDe to natuRe PhotogRaPhy A comprehensive reference and inspiring guide to taking outstanding photographs of the great outdoors. Packed with tips and strategies, this guide is ideal for beginners, advanced amateurs and professionals. Digital Edition nationaL auDuBon soCiety guiDe to PhotogRaPhing aMeRiCas nationaL PaRKs In this exciting book, Tim Fitzharris reveals his personal secrets of the wheres and how-tos of photographing Americas treasured national parks, and his stunning photographs illustrate the most important elements of good composition and use of light. NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY GUIDES 978-1-55407-195-1 168 pages Rights: U.S., Canada, UK & British Commonwealth All titles are by Tim Fitzharris FIREFLY BOOKS paperback with aps $24.95 8 8 AVAILABLE 978-1-55407-392-4 208 pages Rights: U.S., Canada, UK & British Commonwealth 978-1-55407-455-6 192 pages Rights: U.S. & Canada PETS 32 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 setting uP a tRoPiCaL aquaRiuM weeK By weeK Stuart Thraves A practical guide to setting up and maintaining a new aquatic ecosystem. New sh-keepers are quite often impatient to set up their aquarium and want to add their new, expensive sh as soon as possible. This common misstep can have disastrous results that may discourage beginners from ever trying again. Setting Up a Tropical Aquarium Week by Week is an encyclopedic reference that concentrates on establishing and maintaining a viable tropical freshwater aquarium. The book uses detailed photographic sequences to follow each stage of setting up an aquarium in real time over 10 weeks. Setup starts with the installation of the substrate and life-support systems and progresses to when the rst sh are added two weeks later. The book then follows the development of the aquariums environment during the next eight weeks, as the tank turns from an articial into a living ecosystem. The book also proles 50 common aquarium plants and 100 popular warm freshwater aquarium sh. Throughout, the author explains the natural processes as they occur, so that sh-keepers can ensure their ongoing success. With expert counsel, clear instructions and simple-to-follow illustrations, Setting Up a Tropical Aquarium Week by Week is the essential reference for the rst-time tropical freshwater sh hobbyist. stuart thraves is an author and internationally respected authority on sh-keeping. PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-482-2 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 208 pages 8 10 400 color photographs, index Rights: U.S. & Canada Previous Edition: 978-1-55297-933-4 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 33 NATURE Of related interest: guiDe to weatheR FoReCasting All the Information You Need to Make Your Own Weather Forecast Storm Dunlop A concise guide to weather systems and weather forecasting. As recent events have shown, weather can have very different consequences depending on where you live. Guide to Weather Forecasting covers every aspect of making a forecast and is a handy resource to understanding the professionals daily weather predictions. Storm Dunlop provides detailed information and expert explanations, including: What causes weather Weather systems and how they change Recognizing clouds and sky appearance Weather conditions, such as depressions, lows and highs, wind systems and direction, dew point, humidity, visibility, frost, anticyclones and snow The readings meteorologists use when developing a forecast Extreme weather and climate change Guide to Weather Forecasting also covers charts, satellite images and instruments that can be used at home. With its many color photographs and diagrams, handy glossary and useful index, this is an ideal quick reference for the amateur and semiprofessional weather forecaster. storm Dunlop is a well-known authority on meteorology and astronomy and is the author of Practical Astronomy. BACK IN PRINT AND REVISED FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-369-6 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 176 pages 5 7 color throughout, glossary, index Rights: U.S. & Canada Weather A Visual Guide Bruce Buckley, Edward J. Hopkins and Richard Whitaker 978-1-55407-430-3 paperback with aps $27.95 Best Books for Junior High and Young Adult 2005 selection, Science Books and Films What really sets the book apart is its stunning visual impact. From cover to cover excellent photos and diagrams will grab the students interest and make them want to nd out more. . . Noteworthy as well for its global focus. NSTA Recommends REGIONAL INTEREST 34 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 Boston Jordan Worek Boston is lled with exciting and memorable places. Founded in 1630, the city boasts historic sites, vibrant neighborhoods and picturesque settings. Rich in photographs that capture the character of the city, this book provides a splendid sampling of all that Boston offers, including: Beacon Hill Faneuil Hall Harvard University Fenway Park Boston Common The USS Constitution Boston National Historic Park The streets of Boston are alive with its history and its people. This photo-packed book captures the best that the city offers from its earliest days to the present. Jordan worek is the author of the America the Beautiful title Chicago and is the coauthor of An American History Album. new JeRsey Nora Campbell New Jersey is rich in scenery and history. Its miles of beaches, charming seaside towns, lush parks and diverse communities make it a popular and vibrant tourist destination. Its wealth of attractions some familiar and others more surprising include: Appalachian National Scenic Trail The boardwalk at Atlantic City Beaches, lighthouses, barrier islands and bays Cape Mays picturesque streets and homes Washingtons headquarters in Morristown Classic diners New Jersey packs an astounding amount of history and beauty into its geographic area. This new book showcases the Garden State at its most scenic and interesting. nora Campbell, a librarian and professional researcher and speaker, is the author of North Carolina, from the America the Beautiful series. Dan Liebman, series editor Four new titles in the lavishly illustrated series. The America the Beautiful series takes readers on a photographic tour of the countrys most beautiful states and most vibrant cities. Top photographers contribute their best images of both well-known destinations and hidden gems. Clear and informative captions bring each scene to life. These handsomely designed books show the beauty of each destination and will be enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL SERIES Boston 978-1-55407-591-1 New Jersey 978-1-55407-613-0 FIREFLY BOOKS plastic-laminated hardcover with jacket $18.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 96 pages 10 10 70 full-color photographs, introductory essay Rights: World REGIONAL INTEREST FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 35 In the same series: New York CitY Dan Liebman New York City is renowned for its history, architecture, cultural institutions and throbbing pace. This photographic tribute provides a tour of some of its best-known sights along with unexpected delights, including: Such museums as the Met and the Guggenheim Central Park Iconic skyscrapers, such as the Empire State and Chrysler buildings Little Italy and Chinatown The brand-new Yankee Stadium Times Square and the Theater District The excitement, pulse and unique personality of one of the worlds greatest cities are breathtakingly captured in the pages of this photo- rich book. Dan Liebman, a native New Yorker, is an editor and writer for many publications. He is the author of California in the America the Beautiful series. washiNgtoN, DC Jordan Worek Founded in 1790, Washington, DC, offers some of the countrys most notable architecture and signicant sites. Along with its renowned buildings, monuments, gardens and museums, the national capital also features some unexpected treasures. Photographs that capture the history and beauty of the city include: National monuments and memorials The Capitol, the White House and the U.S. Supreme Court Georgetowns historic sites and picturesque streets Arlington National Cemetery Parks and gardens The Smithsonian and other great museums and institutions The Potomac Embassy Row and Dupont Circle The outstanding photographs and lively captions that ll this new book show why Washington, DC, is one of Americas great destinations. New York City 978-1-55407-592-8 Washington, DC 978-1-55407-593-5 California Dan Liebman 978-1-55407-545-4 plastic-laminated hardcover $18.95 Chicago Jordan Worek 978-1-55407-543-0 plastic-laminated hardcover $18.95 North Carolina Nora Campbell 978-1-55407-547-8 plastic-laminated hardcover $18.95 SCIENCE 36 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 Of related interest: The Book of NumBers The Secret of Numbers and How They Changed the World Peter J. Bentley New and Notable Books About Numbers, 2008 scientific American A fascinating read . . . [that] should be part of every mathematics and students and educators general knowledge. mathematics Teacher Unraveling the secrets of numbers, from the discovery of zero to infinity. In clear language, The Book of Numbers cuts through the mystery and fear surrounding numbers to reveal their fascinating nature and roles in architecture, quantum mechanics, computer technology, biology, commerce, philosophy, art, music, religion and more. Indeed, numbers are part of every discipline in the sciences and the arts. With 350 illustrations, including diagrams, photographs and computer imagery, the book chronicles the centuries-long search for the meaning of numbers by famous and lesser-known mathematicians and explains the puzzling aspects of the mathematical world. Topics include: The earliest ideas of numbers and counting Patterns, logic, calculating Natural, perfect, amicable and prime numbers Numerology, the power of numbers, superstition The computer, the Enigma Code Innity, the speed of light, relativity Complex numbers The Big Bang and Chaos theories The Philosophers Stone The Book of Numbers enthusiastically shows that numbers are neither boring nor dull but rather involve intriguing connections, rivalries, secret documents and even mysterious deaths. Peter J. Bentley is a senior research fellow and professor at the Department of Computer Science, University College London, and is well known for his prolic research covering all aspects of evolutionary computation and digital biology. He is the author of the popular science book Digital Biology and a regular contributor to BBC Radio 4. BACK IN PRINT FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-361-0 paperback with aps $29.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 272 pages 7 9 350 color and black- and-white illustrations and photographs, sidebars, index Rights: U.S. & Canada 100 Most Important Science Ideas Mark Henderson, Joanne Baker and Tony Crilly 978-1-55407-527-0 plastic-laminated hardcover $19.95 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 37 BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR Trauma Junkie Memoirs of an Emergency Flight Nurse Janice Hudson Trauma Junkie gives us a view over the flight nurses shoulder from liftoff until the patient is delivered to the hospital and the agonizing minutes in between. These fascinating true stories are impossible to put down. James M. Betts, MD, Chief of Department of Surgery and Director of Trauma Services, Childrens Hospital, Oakland An exciting portrayal of emergency nursing. Library Journal Fast-paced nonfiction that reads like an adventure story. School Library Journal In Trauma Junkie, readers accompany veteran ight nurse Janice Hudson as she races in response to emergency calls in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her workplace is a cramped California Shock Trauma Air Rescue (CALSTAR) helicopter in which medical personnel try to x the human carnage wrought by shootings, accidents and natural disasters. In this new and expanded edition, Hudson updates readers on how she and her colleagues have fared since moving on to different medical roles including her own battle with multiple sclerosis, which ultimately forced her to give up the job she loved. The new Trauma Junkie also contains several previously unpublished stories, including a new addition to the lineup of stupid human tricks Hudson witnessed and an all-new chapter describing a call involving the most heartbreaking of patients: a child who didnt make it. Hudson is a natural storyteller who conveys the excitement of her days with CALSTAR heroic rescues, tragic deaths and the hilarious incidents that made the tension bearable and the deep commitment of her team to keep patients alive in the most perilous situations. Janice Hudson was an emergency ight nurse from 1987 to 1997. She lives in San Mateo, California, with her husband, Mark, who is also a registered nurse. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-614-7 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 272 pages 6 9 24 full-color and black- and-white photographs, glossary, map Rights: World UPDATED AND EXPANDED Of related interest: My Ambulance Education Joseph F. Clark 978-1-55407-447-1 paperback $19.95 978-1-55407-464-8 hardcover $29.95 Contains its share of poignant moments, but is far from sentimental . . . Readers with the stomach for it will be drawn in by this high-speed, adrenaline-powered ride-along. Publishers Weekly Previous Edition: 978-1-55209-573-7 TRAVEL unFoRgettaBLe CanaDa 100 Destinations George Fischer and Noel Hudson From coast to coast to coast, here are Canadas most fascinating destinations. This beautifully photographed and engagingly written guide offers 100 of Canadas most remarkable destinations, spread across every province and territory. Some represent dream excursions to the far reaches of the land, while others are easily accessible from major centers. Each destination offers unforgettable scenic vistas, exotic land formations or unique glimpses into Canadas history and spirit. Destinations include: Agawa Canyon (Ontario) Arctic toe dip (Northwest Territories) Athabasca glacier (Alberta) Big Muddy Badlands (Saskatchewan) Broughton Island (Nunavut) Cabot Trail (Nova Scotia) Cape Enrage high tides (New Brunswick) Cavendish dunes (Prince Edward Island) Churchill polar bears (Manitoba) Gros Morne National Park (Newfoundland and Labrador) Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump (Alberta) LAnse aux Meadows Viking trail (Newfoundland and Labrador) Magdalen Islands (Quebec) Montmorency Falls (Quebec) Peggys Cove (Nova Scotia) Quebec Citys ice hotel (Quebec) West Coast Trail (British Columbia) Yellowknife diamond mines (Northwest Territories) And over 80 more For the adventurous or the less daring, here are new sights and locations the very best that is Canada. george Fischers photographs have been featured in over two dozen books as well as the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Mountain Living and Explore. noel hudson is an editor and author who has written for television, radio and numerous newspapers and magazines. BOSTON MILLS PRESS 978-1-55046-461-0 paperback with aps $29.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 288 pages 7 9 400 color photographs, index Rights: World UPDATED SECOND EDITION 38 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 REFERENCE FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 39 Of related interest: woRLD heRitage sites A Complete Guide to 890 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Updated for 2010, this guide fully describes every official UNESCO World Heritage site. In 1959, UNESCO launched an international campaign to safeguard the worlds most important sites, which led to the rst World Heritage List. In clear text that highlights all the fascinating facts, this revised edition of World Heritage Sites details all 890 properties, including the 13 new sites added in 2009. Covering 148 countries, the World Heritage List has proved to be a valuable tool in the battle to preserve much of the worlds cultural and natural heritage. Its strict criteria result in only the worlds most spectacular and extraordinary sites making it onto the list, including: The Statue of Liberty in New York The Rideau Canal in eastern Ontario The unique ecosystem of the Serengeti in Tanzania The new sites added to this edition are: Stoclet House in Belgium The Ruins of Loropni in Burkina Faso Cidade Velha, the historic center of Ribeira Grande, in Cape Verde Mount Wutai in China Shushtar, a historic hydraulic system in Iran The Dolomites in Italy The royal tombs of the Joseon Dynasty in South Korea Sulamain-Too Sacred Mountain in Kyrgyzstan The Wadden Sea in Germany and the Netherlands The Sacred City of Caral-Supe in Peru The Tower of Hercules in Spain La Chaux-de-Fonds and le Locle, historic centers of watch-making and town-planning in Switzerland Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal in the United Kingdom Featuring gorgeous photographs and updated maps, World Heritage Sites is uniquely comprehensive. The united nations educational, scientific and Cultural organization (UNESCO) was founded in 1945 with the goal to build peace through education, social and natural science, culture and communication. UPDATED EDITION FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-463-1 paperback $29.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 840 pages 6 8 more than 850 maps, more than 850 full-color photos, country index, site index Rights: U.S. & Canada Unforgettable Places Steve Davey, Steve Watkins, Clare Jones and Marc Schlossman 978-1-55407-530-0 paperback $29.95 Galpagos Tui de Roy, editor and principal photographer Foreword by Sarah Darwin 978-1-55407-484-6 plastic-laminated hardcover with jacket $49.95 HUMOR 40 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same illustrator: aLiCe in wonDeRLanD Lewis Carroll Illustrated by Ralph Steadman Carrolls hall-of-mirrors childrens tale and Steadmans Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas style make for an eerily perfect fit. Seattle Times In his introduction to this beautiful new edition of his critically acclaimed 1968 work, Ralph Steadman describes how a fresh illustrative perspective led him to an unconventional, modern vision. His drawings remain faithful to the books satirical tone while revealing his own passion for irony. The force of social satire and fantasy in the original text of Alice in Wonderland is still as relevant as when Carrolls classic tale was rst published in 1865. With Steadmans audacious and dynamic illustrations, the story acquires new life. The 47 pen-and-ink illustrations are the same as in Steadmans original British edition. Reformatted and meticulously restored, they convey the energy, imagination and power of his pen and have introduced the wit and wisdom of Alice to a new generation of readers. Lewis Carroll was the pseudonym of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (18321898). Alice in Wonderland was rst published in 1865. Ralph steadman has been a cartoonist since 1956 and is well known as the illustrator of Hunter S. Thompsons Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. His work appears regularly in newspapers and magazines, including Rolling Stone and Atlantic Monthly, and his many published books include Tales of the Weirrd and Sigmund Freud. BACK IN PRINT FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-203-3 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: JANUARY 128 pages 8 11 47 black-and-white illustrations Rights: World Tales of the Weirrd 978-1-55297-644-9 paperback $19.95 Sigmund Freud 978-1-55209-174-6 paperback $19.95 Steadmans text here is as witty as his drawings, both illustrating not only Freuds classication of jokes, but also the events of Freuds life. The North Carolina Review of Books FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 41 NATURE Of related interest: aMBeR The Natural Time Capsule Andrew Ross A comprehensive introduction to amber and all its uses. Amber is an engaging overview of this natural substance. It also explores how the fossilized inclusions trapped in the golden resin of spruce trees provide a superb record of prehistoric species and habitats. Lavishly illustrated throughout, this book includes all the current knowledge and ongoing research, such as: How amber is formed from the resin of ancient trees The fascinating process by which amber preserves natural specimens The secrets amber can reveal Types of amber Where amber can be found The role of amber in science and art Practical advice on how to distinguish genuine amber from fakes Recent discoveries and developments Exclusive and particularly valuable features of the book include: Stunning and previously unpublished photographs of specimens from the collection of the Natural History Museum in London Detailed illustrated identication keys to the most common insect inclusions The storied search for DNA in insect inclusions in amber Amber brings the study of this fascinating substance and its secrets within reach of any reader, and it will particularly fascinate rock hounds, fossil and gem enthusiasts, hobbyists and jewelry designers. andrew Ross is curator of fossil arthropods at the Natural History Museum, London, England. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-609-3 plastic-laminated hardcover $29.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 112 pages 7 10 full color throughout, identication keys, index Rights: North, South & Central America Agates Roger Pabian with Brian Jackson, Peter Tandy and John Cromartie 978-1-55407-098-5 plastic-laminated hardcover $35.00 Superbly done . . . should be high on everyones must have list. Rock and Gem A revelatory look at this group of dazzling stones. . . . I would recommend it to anyone who wishes to gain a better understanding of agates. It will certainly help make collecting more enjoyable and productive. Frances V. Belohlavy, University of Nebraska-Lincoln RECENTLY PUBLISHED 42 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 The 175 BesT Camp Games A Handbook for Leaders by Kathleen Fraser, Laura Fraser and Mary Fraser Illustrations by Bernice Lum A treasure trove of games and activities suitable for children in early-elementary- through upper-middle-school grades . . . . Clear, easy-to-follow instructions . . . augmented by Lums humorous cartoon illustrations and completed with extra hints and tips for leaders . . . a great resource. Kirkus Reviews Games for kids 4 to 16, plus tips on keeping play fun and fair for all participants. A successful summer camp keeps campers busy and having fun. Here are the very best camp-tested games for boys and girls aged 4 to 16, with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful illustrations. The book includes rainy-day indoor games and lots of outdoor games for small and large groups. All of the games give every camper an active role in the fun and require little or no special equipment. The 175 Best Camp Games also includes advice that will help both new and experienced leaders: Choose the right game for the situation Start and end games Deal with rule breakers Modify games for varied abilities Assure safety and good supervision This practical guide is easy to use. The games are divided into ve chapters: Break the Ice (Name Dropping, Life Raft) Take It Easy (Speed Rabbit, Electricity) Get Them Moving (Soh Koh No, Kitty Wants a Corner) Run Them Ragged (Pairs Tag, Fox in the Henhouse) Wet and Wild (Battleship, Sharks and Mermaids) Though written with camp leaders in mind, the book will appeal also to youth activity directors, counselors and counselors-in-training, coaches, Boy Scout and Girl Guide leaders, teachers, parents and any other adult looking for creative group activities for children. Laura and mary Fraser are accredited teachers who have spent a combined 16 years as camp leaders and activity program directors. Kathleen Fraser is an editor, writer and the parent of grown camp leaders. Bernice Lum is an award-winning artist and illustrator of 40 books, including 3 Little Firefighters, Mighty Maddie and Stuff to Hold Your Stuff. FOR ALL THE CAMP STAFF WHO NEED RESOURCES THIS SUMMER BOSTON MILLS PRESS 978-1-55046-505-1 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 160 pages 8 11 60 color illustrations, bibliography, index Rights: World FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 43 SPORTS woRLD CuP oF soCCeR The Complete Guide Edited by Chris Hunt For soccer fans of all ages, this is the ultimate guide to the 2010 World Cup. Bursting with all the action and passion of the worlds most popular sport and up-to-date information this colorfully illustrated guide to the World Cup was put together by the award-winning team responsible for Match, one of the worlds best-selling soccer magazines. World Cup of Soccer is a superb guide to the 2010 World Cup, plus the preliminary and qualifying tournaments. Fans can follow the competitions on maps that show where and when matches will be played and check out stadium guides. The expert authors also give the inside scoop on the players to watch for this year. Packed with 200 color and vintage photographs and dozens of charts, timelines, sidebars and panels, the books other features include: The origins and signicance of the World Cup A tournament-by-tournament history of the competition A nation-by-nation guide to the 76 World Cup nalist countries Special four-page features on the most successful clubs Biographies of the 40 greatest managers in World Cup history Biographies of the 100 players who have had the greatest impact on the World Cup World Cup of Soccer is ideal for the fan eager to get the most out of every match this coming summer. Chris hunt was managing editor of the soccer weekly Match and is now a freelance sports journalist. He lives in England. THE 2010 WORLD CUP OF SOCCER WILL BE CONTESTED IN SOUTH AFRICA THIS JUNE AND JULY By the same editor: The Complete Book of Soccer 978-1-55407-161-6 plastic-laminated hardcover with jacket $35.00 This is an essential companion for any soccer fan . . . captures the excitement and passion of this amazing game. Calgary Sun FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-606-2 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 192 pages 7 8 200 color and black- and-white photographs, charts, maps, timelines, index Rights: North America SPORTS 44 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: Of related interest: FReestyLe soCCeR stReet MoVes Tricks, Stepovers, Passes Sean DArcy A pro freestylers guide to soccers hottest moves. A brief survey of videos of soccer tricks on YouTube reveals the enormous popularity of the beautiful sport and the jaw-dropping talent of its star players. One video of a duel between master tricksters Ronaldinho and Cristiano Ronaldo has clocked 28 million views. Without a doubt, soccer fans are thrilled by the magical moves of the sports star players. Freestyle Soccer Street Moves is freestyler Sean DArcys guidebook for the countless young soccer fans who want to emulate their heroes and learn how to master their signature moves. The book includes: Tricks that range from simple nutmegs to trick passes and complicated beat moves Over 100 step-by-step color photographs of young players that show body positioning clearly Straightforward instructions that break down every step of every trick Sidebars that give tips for and solutions to common problems Remix variations that give players innovative ways to personalize their repertoire Freestyle Soccer Street Moves shows exactly how to do the tricks that every keen fan wants to master. sean Darcy performed soccer tricks at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. He has also published a DVD called Tricks of the Trade and runs the footballtricks.com website. He is the author of Freestyle Soccer Tricks. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-583-6 paperback $14.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 128 pages 6 7 full color throughout Rights: U.S. & Canada Freestyle Soccer Tricks 978-1-55407-404-4 paperback $14.95 Soccer Skills Ted Buxton; foreword by Gordon Jago 978-1-55209-329-0 paperback $16.95 With instructions on proper technique, this book guides you on making the most of your practice time. Childrens Digest FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 45 TRAVEL / SPORTS Of related interest: outDooR MeDiCaL eMeRgenCy hanDBooK First Aid for Travelers, Backpackers, Adventurers Dr. Spike Briggs and Dr. Campbell Mackenzie The essential guide to emergency medical procedures away from home. The Outdoor Medical Emergency Handbook provides easy-to-follow advice on how to prevent, treat and care for illnesses and injuries while outdoors or traveling. Using accurate drawings and a step-by-step format, the authors describe how to effectively assess a situation and what actions to take. The book covers: Planning and pre-departure tasks, expeditions with children, examining a casualty, medical kit design Resuscitation ABCs, loss of consciousness, heart attack, diabetic emergencies, choking High altitude sickness, hypothermia, dehydration, animals and insects, drowning Wounds and bleeding, neck and spinal injuries, abdominal injuries, fractures, treating pain Neurological and psychological disorders, infectious diseases, overdoses, poisoning Emergency chest decompression, injections With its at-a-glance design, pack-ready format and waterproof cover, the Outdoor Medical Emergency Handbook is essential equipment for anyone traveling, whether camping with the family or making a solo assault on the Himalayas. spike Briggs, BSc, FRCA, is a specialist in intensive care medicine, an advisor on medical support for ocean yacht races and an instructor of advanced life support. Campbell Mackenzie, RD, FRCP, was a surgeon commander in the Royal Navy and Royal Naval Reserve. He is now an instructor and examiner for the Royal Yachting Association First Aid Course. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-601-7 waterproof cover, exibound $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 240 pages 5 9 drugs guide, screening questionnaire, pain relief ladder, ow charts, checklists, more than 220 illustrations, vital signs monitoring chart, Lake Louise Acute Mountain Sickness Score chart Rights: North America The Happy Camper Kevin Callan 978-1-55046-450-4 paperback $19.95 A great all-around guide by a top camping expert for campers of any skill level. Lots of color photos and accessible tips (how to pick a camping spot, stake a tent, build a re, etc.) recommend it as well as its sequel, Wilderness Pleasures. Library Journal SPORTS 46 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 Of related interest: BMX RiDing sKiLLs The Guide to Flatland Tricks Shek Hon A comprehensive guide to the king of street sports. Intense racing, jaw-dropping stunts and freestyle tricks make BMX a favorite among youth. BMX Riding Skills is about the tricks, guiding readers through the maneuvers, techniques, clothing and equipment that add up to competition-worthy skills and a pro street image. Packed with hundreds of illustrations and action photos and written in a laid-back style typical of its audience, the book features: 35 of the most popular BMX tricks The origins and culture of BMX Types of BMX riding The rules of this rule-free sport Competition and events Types of BMX bikes, materials and components Choosing the right wheels and tires The best in protective equipment and clothing How to avoid injury when falling All of the tricks are described in step-by-step photographs and graded by difculty, progressing from basic to intermediate to advanced. There are also valuable tips and visualization techniques used by pro riders to control nerves. shek hon has been an avid BMX rider for 26 years, and he has performed at and competed in BMX demonstrations. He has also organized, judged and acted as a commentator at BMX events. He has been contributing to BMX publications and media for 14 years. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-400-6 paperback $16.95 Ctn qty: MARCH 128 pages 7 9 color photographs throughout, index, glossary Rights: North America & UK Skateboarding Skills Ben Powell 978-1-55407-360-3 paperback $16.95 Children and young adults will appreciate the chance to learn the secrets of professional moves. School Library Journal The Skateboarding Field Manual Ryan Stutt 978-1-55407-362-7 paperback $19.95 978-1-55407-467-9 plastic-laminated hardcover $29.95 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 47 SPORTS Of related interest: Fishing FLies A World Encyclopedia of Every Type of Fly Malcolm Greenhalgh and Jason Smalley A complete guide that describes every conceivable type of freshwater and saltwater fly. Fishing Flies examines the entire range of shing ies more than 1,300 in all, many by some of the worlds most famous y-tiers. These ies have been selected not only for their worth as lures but for their contribution to the progress of y-tying. Specially taken color photographs show hundreds of y styles and variations. Every y featured in this book can be tied using readily obtained materials, and detailed instructions cover each step in the y-tying sequence. Flies covered include: Trout and grayling ies Streamers and bucktails Flies for salmon, sea trout and steelhead Flies for freshwater predators Saltwater ies Useful tips, time-tested shing advice, recommendations for environmental conditions and shing style, and entertaining anecdotes round out this fascinating and complete resource. Malcolm greenhalgh is a y-sher, y-tier and conservationist, and for more than two decades he has traveled the world on y-shing adventures. He is the author of about 15 books on sh and y-shing. Jason smalley is a professional photographer whose images appear in a wide range of magazines and journals, including Readers Digest and Fly-Fishing & Fly-Tying magazine. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-584-3 plastic-laminated hardcover with jacket $39.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 480 pages 8 10 over 1,100 full- color photographs, bibliography, index Rights: U.S. & Canada Giant Salmon A Record of the Largest Atlantic Salmon Ever Caught 978-1-55407-438-9 hardcover with jacket $85.00 Giant Salmon is a fascinating collection of personal accounts, angling statistics and original photographs and artwork telling the true stories of the largest Atlantic salmon ever caught on a y. . . . These true, and truly impressive, sh tales are about all sorts of anglers throwing their lines in Scotland, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Canada. Real Fishing GAMES 48 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: the uLtiMate oFFiCe oLyMPiCs Hundreds of Ways to Pass the Time at Work Without Working! Eric Saunders Praise for The Complete Time Waster, also by Eric Saunders: Open it anywhere, grab a pencil and dig in. But the title is misleading its never a waste of time to give your grey matter a little stretch! american Profile our Picks 2009 This book lives up to its name in a good way. Deseret news The Ultimate Office Olympics challenges readers and their coworkers to buff up with brainteasers, puzzles, word games and an amazing variety of activities designed to be enjoyed at work. From Wastepaper Basketball and Desktop Golf to the Paperclip Archery Cup and Stationery Word Searches, this book is full of hilarious suggestions on how to stay entertained at the ofce. In addition to the games and puzzles to play on the page, there are rules for ofce competitions and sweepstakes, plus detailed instructions on constructing sports equipment from ofce supplies. All thats missing are the gold, silver and bronze medals for the winners. Like Saunders The Complete Timewaster, The Ultimate Office Olympics is an offbeat, often hilarious and always thought-provoking book that takes the puzzle and games genre into new territory. eric saunders is a puzzle designer and paper airplane enthusiast with 20 years of experience creating books. He has worked on a wide variety of puzzle and game content for books and magazines around the world. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-622-2 paperback $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY 400 pages (printed in color one side) 6 6 color line drawings throughout Rights: North America The Complete Procrastinator 978-1-55407-510-2 paperback $19.95 The Complete Time Waster 978-1-55407-454-9 paperback $19.95 PARENTING FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 49 sChooL yeaR ChRoniCLes The Best of In-School and After-School Dania Lebovics Illustrations by Lam Quach A fun and interactive way to record your childs school years. When completed, School Year Chronicles becomes a childs own personalized yearbook. The roomy notebook format provides the perfect spot to collect all those mementos, keepsakes and memories from nursery school to fth grade. The creative pages guide and motivate the child and parent(s) to record details that would otherwise be forgotten and lost forever. The book is specially designed to be completed rst by the parents and then later by the child, as his or her writing skills develop. Clear plastic sleeves are included great for collecting those special souvenirs. School Year Chronicles is organized to keep or record: Report cards, class pictures and school highlights Diplomas and other records of achievement Details of after-school activities Mementos of birthday celebrations Holiday photos Memories of summer vacations Medical history And more A signature sheet is provided to capture a childs handwriting development, and a special page for recording the signs-of-the-time captures current trends and fads. School Year Chronicles is ideal for busy children and their parents. Dania Lebovics is the mother of three young children and created this second book to meet the demand from the thousands of families who used her Baby Chronicles and wanted a book to record all the steps their children were taking through the early school years. BACK IN PRINT IN TIME FOR BACK TO SCHOOL KIDDY CHRONICLES 978-0-9699203-3-5 hardcover, loose-leaf ring binder $19.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE 64 pages 11 11 color illustrations throughout Rights: U.S. & Canada 50 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 ASTRONOMY 2011 Edited by Terence Dickinson 978-1-55297-409-4 BUTTERFLIES 2011 978-1-55297-412-4 THE BOTANICAL GARDEN 2011 978-1-55297-414-8 BEARS 2011 978-1-55297-411-7 2011 CaLenDaRs Each of these beautiful high-quality calendars from Firefly Books is available in May. Discount: 50% non-returnable, 549 assorted 55% non-returnable, 5099 assorted 60% non-returnable, 100199 61% non-returnable, 200+ 45% returnable (maximum returns 20% of purchase) Free freight on orders of more than $50.00 net 24 pages 14 12 full color shrinkwrapped $13.99 (unless otherwise marked) Rights: North America, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand All Firefly calendars are printed on paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council to come from well-managed forests, controlled sources and recycled wood or fiber. 2011 CALENDARS FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 51 EARTH THEN AND NOW 2011 978-1-55297-415-5 THE GROUP OF SEVEN 2011 978-1-55297-418-6 $16.99 Rights: U.S. & Canada only FIREFIGHTERS 2011 978-1-55297-416-2 OWLS 2011 978-1-55297-423-0 HUMMINGBIRDS 2011 978-1-55297-420-9 FROGS 2011 978-1-55297-417-9 2011 CALENDARS 52 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 ROCKY MOUNTAINS 2011 Photographs by Tim Fitzharris 978-1-55297-428-5 POLAR BEARS 2011 Photographs by Norbert Rosing 978-1-55297-425-4 TURTLES 2011 978-1-55297-430-8 TOM THOMSON 2011 978-1-55297-429-2 $16.99 Rights: U.S. & Canada only PRAIRIES 2011 978-1-55297-426-1 $14.99 PARROTS 2011 978-1-55297-424-7 Endorsed by the world Parrot trust Saving parrots worldwide since 1989 www.parrots.org 2011 CALENDARS FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 53 UNFORGETTABLE PLACES 2011 978-1-55297-431-5 WILDFLOWERS 2011 978-1-55297-437-7 WEATHER 2011 With Daily Weather Trivia 978-1-55297-433-9 WOLVES 2011 978-1-55297-438-4 WILDERNESS PADDLING 2011 Photography by Gary and Joanie McGufn 978-1-55297-435-3 BOARD BOOKS By the same author and illustrator: MoRtiMeR Robert Munsch Art by Michael Martchenko An Oprahs Kids Reading List selection now available as a board book. With over half a million copies in print, Mortimer is one of Robert Munschs most popular and beloved books. The story of a little boy who refuses to go to sleep has always resonated with young children and the adults who read to them. Now available as a board book, this modern classic is perfect for even the youngest child. The revised text and child-friendly format make it appropriate for preschoolers, but it retains all the humor of the original story giggles are guaranteed! Robert Munsch is one of North Americas best-selling childrens authors. Together his books have sold more than 30 million copies and have been translated into over a dozen languages. Michael Martchenko has illustrated more than 40 books for children and has exhibited his work throughout North America. He has won awards for design and illustration. NOW AVAILABLE AS A BOARD BOOK ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-228-7 board book $6.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 2 to 4 26 pages 6 6 full-color illustrations throughout Rights: U.S. & Canada The Paper Bag Princess 978-1-55451-211-9 board book $6.95 Some of the best childrens books ever written have been about girls like The Paper Bag Princess. The New York Times 54 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 PICTURE BOOKS FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 55 By the same author: ChiCKen, Pig, Cow anD the PuRPLe PRoBLeM Written and illustrated by Ruth Ohi Who ever heard of a purple cow? How come Cows spots are purple when every other cows are gray or brown? Fed up with being different, Cow sets out on a quest to change her spots. Thanks to a gravelly walkway, she soon nds lots of gray to cover the purple, and a squirrel in a tree provides plenty of brown by showering Cow with seeds. But when she arrives back home all big and bunchy and lumpy, Chicken and Pig hardly recognize her. When they nally realize it is Cow, they reassure her that she is their friend purple spots and all. The adorable Chicken, Pig, Cow and Dog are back, and they continue to capture the hearts of young readers. The winning combination of simple text, expressive illustrations and lots of humor makes this a perfect choice for toddlers and beginning readers. Ruth ohi is not only a talented writer and illustrator, she is also a tireless presenter at school and libraries, where she shares with children the secrets of her trade. Ohi lives with her family in Toronto, Ontario. Check out her website at www.ruthohi.com. Chicken, Pig, Cow 978-1-55451-156-3 paperback $6.95 978-1-55451-157-0 library bound $19.95 perfect for sharing with a group. School Library Journal Chicken, Pig, Cow on the Move 978-1-55451-193-8 paperback $6.95 978-1-55451-194-5 library bound $19.95 ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-218-8 paperback $6.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-219-5 library bound $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 2 to 5 32 pages 9 9 full-color illustrations throughout Rights: U.S. & Canada RUTH OHI PICTURE BOOK SERIES 56 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 JUVENILE NON-FICTION FiRe tRuCKs anD ResCue VehiCLes Jean Coppendale The thrill of the unknown just adds to the excitement of seeing (and hearing) a rescue vehicle. This book shows a variety of rescue vehicles along with the personnel who work on them, including: Ladder trucks at a burning building Helicopters dropping water on a forest re and airlifting a stranded dog from a mountain pass Airport rescue trucks with special lights and room for passengers New York Citys harbor re boats Helicopters and lifeboats rescuing sailors Ambulances and air ambulances helping injured drivers Police on their way to an emergency by car and helicopter A police motorcade escorting a VIP tRaCtoRs anD FaRM VehiCLes Jean Coppendale Traveling down the highway, kids often see spiderlike harvesters and dust-raising tractors working in a eld and wonder what these extraordinary vehicles are doing. This book shows all kinds of wheeled farm equipment at work, including: Tractors and their enormous wheels Plows Seed drills Field weeders and crop sprayers Vegetable harvesters Combine harvesters Straw balers The sport and fun of a tractor race! Fire Trucks and Rescue Vehicles 978-1-55407-621-5 Tractors and Farm Vehicles 978-1-55407-620-8 FIREFLY BOOKS paperback $5.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 4 to 7 24 pages 9 10 full color throughout, glossary, activities, index Rights: North America Mighty machines in full color for the kids who love them. In these four exciting new titles, vivid color photographs of machines at work jump off the page. Large type describes the machines, their parts and their uses. Glossaries explain essential terms, and suggested activities add to the fun. The big format and vibrant designs make the books perfect for kids to read alone or share with a friend. With their lively designs and topics that are always a favorite with kids, these books offer popular subject matter and excellent value. INTRODUCING THE MIGHTY MACHINES SERIES FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 57 JUVENILE NON-FICTION By the same authors: tRuCKs Jean Coppendale Young readers will recognize this fun selection of trucks from their everyday life and around their town. Vehicles featured include: Pickup trucks and 18-wheelers Car-carrying transporters and atbed trucks Road trains and logging trucks Dumpers and tippers Concrete mixers and crane trucks Street cleaners, garbage trucks and snow plows Giant-wheeled monster trucks CaRs Ian Graham Cars are everywhere and we use them everyday. With their bright colors, variety of shapes and revving sounds, they are a perennial favorite of children. Cars featured in this book include: Everyday cars, including hybrids and mini cars Sports cars, including convertibles Custom-built super cars Race cars Off-road vehicles Luxury cars, with a description of the presidents car Jean Coppendale has been involved in childrens book publishing for many years, producing, editing and writing both ction and non- ction, including The Great Big Book of Mighty Machines. ian graham is the author of many childrens books. Trucks 978-1-55407-619-2 Cars 978-1-55407-627-7 The Great Big Book of Mighty Machines 978-1-55407-521-8 plastic-laminated hardcover $19.95 PICTURE BOOKS By the same author: how Do you ReaD to a RaBBit? Andrea Wayne von Knigslw Have you ever tried reading to an alligator? Probably not. After all, he would most likely eat your book. How about a bat? Maybe thats not such a good idea either youd have to read upside down and in the dark! Youngsters will laugh out loud at the antics of the 13 animals and the child who tries to read to them in this delightful picture book. From bats to boas and camels to kangaroos, the animals demonstrate the many challenges of reading to them: a boa might want to hug you a little too tight, and youd have to jump pretty fast to keep up with a kangaroo. All ends well, however, as we see the child reading to his parents. Now thats something easy to do! The comical characters and repetitive text make this an ideal book for preschoolers, who will be only too happy to come up with a host of other animals and the reasons why it would be difcult to read to them. andrea wayne von Knigslw is the popular author and illustrator of several books for young children, including the recently revised, best- selling Toilet Tales. She lives with her family in Toronto, Ontario. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-231-7 paperback $7.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-232-4 library bound $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 2 to 5 32 pages 8 9 full-color illustrations throughout Rights: U.S. & Canada Revised & Newly Illustrated Toilet Tales 978-1-55451-131-0 paperback $7.95 978-1-55451-132-7 library bound $19.95 . . . sure to bring giggles and smiles to the faces of toilet-ready toddlers. Quill & Quire A text that will not go out of vogue as long as humans toilet train their young. Toronto Star 58 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 59 ROBERT MUNSCH Of related interest: MunsCh at PLay Eight Stage Adaptations for Young Performers Plays by Irene N. Watts Original stories by Robert Munsch Whats even better than reading a Robert Munsch story out loud? Acting in one! In this new collection of plays based on the stories of Robert Munsch, experienced playwright Irene N. Watts has adapted eight of his best- loved tales for the stage, classroom or backyard! Complemented by funny, energetic illustrations, including those of long-time Munsch collaborator Michael Martchenko, each story is presented in an accessible theatrical format, making it easy for children to act out their own versions of the adventures of Angela, Elizabeth, Mortimer and more. These lively, interactive adaptations include suggestions to encourage audience participation, as well as casting ideas that can involve a whole class. Innovative, uncomplicated (and inexpensive!) ideas for props and costumes are also here. The stories included are: 50 Below Zero Angelas Airplane Millicent and The Wind Mortimer Mud Puddle Murmel, Murmel, Murmel The Paper Bag Princess Stephanies Ponytail irene n. watts is an award-winning playwright and childrens novelist and educator. Watts is a life member of the Playwrights Guild and lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-230-0 plastic-laminated hardcover $24.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Teachers: grades 1 to 4 80 pages 6 9 full-color illustrations throughout, preface Rights: U.S. & Canada The Munschworks Grand Treasury Robert Munsch and Michael Kusugak Illustrated by Michael Martchenko, Hlne Desputeaux and Vladyana Langer Krykorka 978-1-55037-685-2 hardcover $45.00 . . . a wonderful addition to a public, school or personal library. Resource Links These wonderful adaptations by Irene Watts have been used in theaters and classrooms for many years and are finally available in book form. I am very happy with this volume and I congratulate Irene on her work. Robert Munsch 60 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 JUVENILE NON-FICTION EXPLORING THE WORLD OF FOXES The facts and fun of life as a fox. With their catlike faces, big ears and uffy tails, foxes appeal to youngsters, but children may not know that a fox can smell prey deep in the snow and that some can climb trees. Young readers will learn about the various fox species, such as red foxes, arctic foxes, gray foxes and swift foxes, and they will read about what it would be like to be a fox pup. Photographs of adult and young foxes in their natural habitats and sidebars with storylike content round out this rich portrayal of foxes in the wild. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-616-1 paperback $6.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55407-625-3 plastic-laminated hardcover $16.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 7 to 10 28 pages 8 8 full-color photographs throughout, index Rights: World Tracy C. Read Firey Books is pleased to present an exciting new nature series produced especially for young readers who are eager to learn more about the wild animals they nd especially appealing. The books are packed with facts and offer outstanding value. Clear text in large type and vivid photographs with explanatory captions describe the animals physical attributes, and storylike narratives about their daily life where they live, what they eat, how they hunt, how they communicate, how they raise their young present a complete picture of each animal. INTRODUCING THE EXPLORING THE WORLD OF . . . SERIES FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 61 JUVENILE NON-FICTION Of related interest: eXPLoRing the woRLD oF RaCCoons A glimpse inside the daily life of natures masked bandits. Children nd the bandit-masked face and button nose of a raccoon irresistibly cute, and catching a glimpse of one in a neighborhood tree never fails to excite. Raccoons describes the natural history of these cousins of the panda bear and explains how that heritage helps them thrive in cities as well as in elds and woodlands. Color photographs of adults and kits in urban and natural settings give readers the chance to look more closely at these elusive creatures, and children will enjoy the amusing descriptions of the raccoons antics and mischief. But Raccoons also shows youngsters why they shouldnt feed these brazen visitors and that, even though they share our cities and towns, raccoons will always be wild animals. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-617-8 paperback $6.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55407-626-0 plastic-laminated hardcover $16.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 7 to 10 28 pages 8 8 full-color photographs throughout, index Rights: World Birds A to Z Chris G. Earley Photographs by Robert McCaw 978-1-55407-500-3 paperback $7.95 978-1-55407-554-6 library bound $19.95 Panda Rescue Dan Bortolotti 978-1-55297-557-2 paperback $9.95 978-1-55297-598-5 library bound $19.95 Succinct introductions to the science and practice of wildlife conservation . . . written in accessible, lively language and nicely illustrated with exciting color photos. Booklist / RBB tracy C. Read is an editor and writer who has a special interest in nature and the environment. She lives in Kingston, Ontario. JUVENILE NON-FICTION 62 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: My aRCtiC 1, 2, 3 Michael Arvaarluk Kusugak Illustrated by Vladyana Krykorka Celebrate the 10th anniversary of a treasured book. From one polar bear walking along the edge of a huge ice oe to millions of berries ready for picking, My Arctic 1, 2, 3 takes young readers on a counting tour in the Far North. With the rich Arctic environment as a background, this classic not only provides small children with opportunities to practice their counting skills, it introduces them to the extraordinary animals that make the Far North their home. Stunning artwork, the authors memories of life in the Arctic and information about many of the featured animals make My Arctic 1, 2, 3 the perfect book for families to share and cherish. You can count on it! Michael arvaarluk Kusugak is the author of several books for children, including the collaboration with Robert Munsch A Promise is a Promise and the award-winning Northern Lights. He lives in Rankin Inlet in northern Canada, where he writes full time. Vladyana Krykorka is a celebrated illustrator of more than 30 books for children. Born and raised in Prague, she now lives in Toronto, Ontario. Praise for My Arctic 1, 2, 3: Parent Councils Outstanding from a Learning Perspective Honor Ruth Schwartz Award nalist Chickadee magazine Choice selection Emerging readers will appreciate the easy-to-read, large print . . . A unique addition for libraries, particularly those building multicultural or Arctic-region collections. School Library Journal ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55037-504-6 paperback $7.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55037-505-3 library bound $18.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 4 to 7 24 pages 8 10 color illustrations Rights: U.S. & Canada A Promise Is a Promise Robert Munsch and Michael Kusugak Illustrated by Vladyana Krykorka 978-1-55037-008-9 paperback $6.95 978-1-55037-009-6 library bound $16.95 Northern Lights The Soccer Trails Art by Vladyana Krykorka 978-1-55037-338-7 paperback $7.95 978-1-55037-339-4 library bound $16.95 BACK IN PRINT JUVENILE NON-FICTION FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 63 By the same author: aniMaL snooPs The Wondrous World of Wildlife Spies Peter Christie Meet the furry and fishy detectives of the wild. You might not imagine that animals can be highly sophisticated spies and snoops, yet nature is lled with them. Scientists are discovering that creatures from bugs to baboons are experts at watching, listening and prying into the lives of other animals. This fascinating book investigates how animals use secret-agent skills to nd a mate, locate food and outsmart predators. Young readers can discover how clever male baboons intercept mating calls to sneak a secret rendezvous with a female and how whales use other whales echolocation to zero in on a tasty snack. Theyll also learn why knife fish use electricity to cloak themselves from predators and how sneaky gray squirrels build fake stashes of food to double- cross eavesdropping birds. Whether its a rattlesnake ambush or a canary cage match, the stakes in wild spy games are always high. With colorful illustrations and photos throughout, this book is an entertaining peek into the diverse undercover world of animal spies. Peter Christie is an award-winning science writer and editor whose work has appeared in many newspapers and magazines. His previous books include The Curse of Akkad. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-216-4 paperback $11.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-217-1 library bound $21.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 9 and up 72 pages 8 9 full-color illustrations and photos throughout, further reading, index Rights: U.S. & Canada Naturally Wild Musicians 978-1-55451-097-9 paperback $8.95 978-1-55451-098-6 library bound $19.95 Well-Schooled Fish and Feathered Bandits 978-1-55451-045-0 paperback $8.95 978-1-55451-046-7 library bound $19.95 64 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 eXPLoRing the night sKy The Equinox Astronomy Guide for Beginners Terence Dickinson Illustrated by John Bianchi A great star-spotting reference. home education Magazine Exploring the Night Sky is aimed at novice stargazers anxious to expand their astronomical repertoire beyond the Big and Little Dippers. Dickinson has designed a superb introduction to astronomy that is clear, concise, beautifully illustrated and very user friendly, no matter what the childs age. eXPLoRing the sKy By Day The Equinox Guide to Weather and the Atmosphere Terence Dickinson Illustrated by John Bianchi Winner of the Childrens Roundtable Literature Information Book Award. Ideal for children, Exploring the Sky by Day offers fascinating insight into such phenomena as lightning, the 10 types of clouds, storms, solar halos, sun dogs and sunsets. Brought to life with dozens of photographs and the color illustrations of John Bianchi, the book provides an excellent introduction to weather and the atmosphere. terence Dickinson is a prolic science writer specializing in astronomy. More than one million copies of his books are in print. He is the recipient of many national and international science awards, including the New York Academy of Sciences Book of the Year Award and the Royal Canadian Institutes Sandford Fleming Medal. He lives near Kingston, Ontario. BACK IN PRINT FIREFLY BOOKS 978-0-920656-66-2 paperback $9.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE Ages 10 and up 72 pages 8 8 full-color photographs and illustrations throughout Rights: World FIREFLY BOOKS 978-0-920656-71-6 paperback $9.95 Ctn qty: AVAILABLE Ages 10 and up 72 pages 8 8 full-color photographs and illustrations throughout Rights: World JUVENILE NON-FICTION FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 65 JUVENILE NON-FICTION In the same series: Kings anD CaRPenteRs One Hundred Bible Land Jobs You Might Have Praised or Panned Laurie Coulter Art by Martha Newbigging Ever thought of becoming a water hauler? How about a necromancer? Life was tough in Old Testament times. People had to cross deserts on foot, grow food on parched land and deal with earthquakes, drought and disease. Had you lived then, you might not have wanted to be a water hauler. That would have meant walking for miles with a heavy jar full of water on your head. Perfumers had a more pleasant job, concocting sweet-smelling fragrances their customers used to mask the smell of unwashed bodies and to keep ies away. Other jobs included necromancer (for those who liked to communicate with the dead), date picker (not for those afraid of heights) and gold jewelry maker (people thought they were magicians!). A fact-lled introduction, detailed timeline and thorough index make this book perfect for research projects, while the humorous illustrations and snappy text provide an entertaining read. Kids will look at history in a whole new way thanks to this unique approach. Laurie Coulter is the award-winning author of six childrens books, including Ballplayers and Bonesetters. She divides her time between Toronto, Ontario, and her cottage near Algonquin Park. Martha newbigging has illustrated all ve books in Annicks Jobs in History series. She lives in rural Ontario with her dog and two cats. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-226-3 paperback $16.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-227-0 plastic-laminated hardcover $25.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 9 to 12 96 pages 8 10 full-color illustrations throughout, introduction, timeline, further reading, index Rights: U.S. & Canada Cowboys and Cofn Makers One Hundred 19th-Century Jobs You Might Have Feared or Fancied by Laurie Coulter 978-1-55451-067-2 paperback $16.95 978-1-55451-068-9 plastic-laminated hardcover $25.95 Pharaohs and Foot Soldiers One Hundred Ancient Egyptian Jobs You Might Have Desired Or Dreaded by Kristin Butcher 978-1-55451-170-9 paperback $16.95 978-1-55451-171-6 plastic-laminated hardcover $25.95 JOBS IN HISTORY SERIES JUVENILE NON-FICTION 66 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 By the same author: Of related interest: 50 BuRning questions A Sizzling History of Fire Tanya Lloyd Kyi Illustrated by Ross Kinnaird A red-hot feast of fiery facts the first book in Annicks new 50 Questions series If we took the time to examine ames in our world res that have built civilizations, sparked entire religions and literally changed the surface of the Earth can you imagine how many questions we would have? The 50 questions in this book may be just the beginning, but they will intrigue and excite young readers. From Whos for dinner? (before mastering re, humans were more likely to be prey than predators) to Who were the rst reghters? (Romans over 2,000 years ago), the amazing questions and answers in this book reveal res crucial role in our world. With a humorous touch (Who was the rst hairy potter?), Tanya Lloyd Kyi presents fascinating facts alongside innovative activities for kids, like sending breath through a glass jar and playing spy games with a ashlight. Sidebars turn up the heat on the subject, while comical illustrations make for a fun and ery visual presentation. tanya Lloyd Kyi is the author of numerous popular non-ction books for young readers, including Rescues! She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. Ross Kinnaird is an illustrator who has worked in London, England, Sydney, Australia, and Hong Kong. He currently lives in Auckland, New Zealand. INTRODUCING THE 50 QUESTIONS SERIES ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-220-1 paperback $12.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-221-8 hardcover $21.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 9 and up 104 pages 7 9 full-color illustrations throughout, activities, further reading, index Rights: U.S. & Canada Fires! 978-1-55037-876-4 paperback $8.95 978-1-55037-877-1 plastic-laminated hardcover $18.95 Kaboom! Gillian Richardson 978-1-55451-203-4 paperback $12.95 978-1-55451-204-1 plastic-laminated hardcover $22.95 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 67 JUVENILE NON-FICTION PoLaR BeaRs Norbert Rosing An essential introduction to the Norths most spectacular species. Polar Bears brings together acclaimed photographer Norbert Rosings vibrant images and his rsthand knowledge of the Arctic to chronicle a year in the life of the polar bear, the Earths largest land predator. The book is organized into four sections, spring, summer, fall and winter, each with an introductory essay. Young readers will learn about tiny newborn cubs, weighing barely 2 pounds, and see them follow their mother across the frozen tundra, playing and learning survival skills as they go. Informative captions describe a polar bears physical characteristics and how it survives in the bitter Arctic. The book also shows the other animals that share the Far Norths breathtaking scenery. Each year more than 10,000 people travel to remote Churchill, Manitoba, to watch and study polar bears, but the Earths climate is changing, and the bears future is in question. At this critical time comes Polar Bears, the perfect introduction to the mighty Nanook from one of its most impassioned advocates. norbert Rosing is a frequent visitor to the coastal region of Hudson Bay near Churchill, Manitoba, where he photographs polar bears. He has received many awards for his work, is a frequent contributor to National Geographic magazine and is the author of The World of the Polar Bear. FIREFLY BOOKS 978-1-55407-623-9 paperback $9.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55407-599-7 plastic-laminated hardcover $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 9 to 12 56 pages 8 10 full color throughout, index Rights: World Of related interest: Arctic A to Z Wayne Lynch 978-1-55407-578-2 paperback $7.95 978-1-55407-579-9 library bound $19.95 Bears, Bears, Bears Wayne Lynch 978-1-895565-69-0 paperback $9.95 JUVENILE NON-FICTION 68 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 Of related interest: DeaR DiaRy, iM PRegnant Ten Real Life Stories Interviews by Anrene Englander All teens need to read this book. Katherine A. Kelly, RN, BSN, CEN, Nursing Director for Emergency Services, Rideout Memorial Hospital, California . . . provides a much-needed voice that of personal experience to the literature on the subject. school Library Journal Chosen by the New York Public Librarys Books for the Teen Age list and hailed by the Globe and Mail for its . . . frank, revealing and brave conversations, this is a must-read book for young women looking for reassurance that they are not alone. In poignant and insightful interviews, Anrene Englander presents the voices of 10 pregnant teens as they discuss their experiences and choices around motherhood, adoption and abortion. First published to critical acclaim in 1997, this new edition updates the original interviews and includes a new introduction and a new resources section. Presenting different points of view, Dear Diary, Im Pregnant is a nonjudgmental source of information for all teens that provides support and guidance for those who nd themselves in this difcult situation. anrene englander is interested in womens health issues, particularly as to how they affect youth. She canvassed and interviewed teenage girls throughout North America for this award-winning collection of personal testimonials. Englander currently lives in Toronto, Ontario. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-236-2 paperback $11.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-237-9 plastic-laminated hardcover $21.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 13 and up 168 pages 6 9 illustrations throughout, preface, introduction, resources Rights: U.S. & Canada The Little Black Book for Guys St. Stephens Community House 978-1-55037-962-4 paperback $9.95 Purchasing this book would indeed be a smart decision. ForeWord The Little Black Book for Girlz St. Stephens Community House 978-1-55037-954-9 paperback $9.95 . . . passionate, open, and honest. . . . Highly recommended for public library teen spaces and progressive high schools. VOYA REVISED EDITION Previous Edition: 978-1-55037-440-7 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 69 By the same author: JUVENILE NON-FICTION My Kind of Sad 978-1-55037-940-2 paperback $10.95 978-1-55037-941-9 hardcover $19.95 Highly recommended for school and public libraries. Voya i.D. Stuff That Happens to Define Us Edited by Kate Scowen Illustrated by Peter Mitchell Some things can change you forever. This is a book about identity. Everyone remembers the life events that shaped their identity. That rst love. The rst all-out ght with a parent or sibling. The feeling of being let down by someone you love. Losing something or someone that matters to you. Struggling to t in. I.D. collects 12 rst-person accounts about lifes pivotal moments and offers each as an incisive graphic narrative. Illuminated by Peter Mitchells bold, gritty illustrations, these true stories tackle the universal experiences from childhood and adolescence that stay with us forever. Each anecdote and accompanying reection reveals how individual identity can be shaped by common themes. By turns thoughtful, painful, funny and erce, I.D. powerfully demonstrates that what denes us in youth doesnt have to conne us forever. Kate scowen has worked with teens and families for over 20 years as a youth counselor, the manager of an inner-city youth center and a consultant. She lives in Toronto, Ontario, with her husband and three daughters. Peter Mitchell is an award-winning illustrator whose work can be found in the LA Times, the Boston Globe and the Globe and Mail. He lives with his young family in Toronto. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-224-9 paperback $12.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-225-6 plastic-laminated hardcover $24.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 13 and up 160 pages 6 8 full-color illustrations throughout, introduction, resources Rights: U.S. & Canada Annick Press is pleased to announce the launch of single Voice, a groundbreaking and provocative new young-adult ction series in which no subject is off limits. These tightly paced stories deliver blow after powerful blow with their uninching honesty, original subject matter and startling twists. Told in the voice of teen narrators at crucial moments in their lives, each story explodes with the urgency, drama and confusion of adolescence. Most importantly, these short yet nely honed literary works will appeal to both avid and less experienced readers. Each book consists of two separate but thematically connected stories with distinct inverted covers in an alluring ip-book format. Under the guiding hand of series editor and award-winning author Melanie Little (The Apprentices Masterpiece, Confidence), the series is comprised of works from distinguished writers whose ction has been recognized internationally. Theres an urgency to the stories they read in one go. Like a punch in the stomach. In your head. In your heart. Le Vif / Lexpress Melanie Little, Editor INTRODUCING THE SINGLE VOICE SERIES DesCent into PaRaDise Vincent Karle and a PLaCe to LiVe Jean-Philippe Blondel Friendships confront the force of authority in these raw, powerful stories. When the new kid from Afghanistan is put in Martins class, Martin ridicules his clothes and nicknames him Taliban. But the two realize they have more in common than they thought and unexpectedly become friends until a brutal drug bust at school tears them apart . . . maybe forever. Descent into Paradise confronts the hypocrisies of Western society and questions whether we arent all just strangers in a foreign land. When a teenage boy starts making movies of his classmates kissing, some people think its odd. But in A Place to Live, the aspiring lmmakers project turns into a compelling protest against authoritarianism that could get him kicked out of school, and it also risks exposing his surprising feelings for his best friend. These two provocative tales reveal the consequences of standing up for yourself and for your friends. Vincent Karle is an author, poet and journalist who lives in the French Alps. His rst novel was published in 2006. Jean-Philippe Blondel is the author of numerous novels for adults and young adults. He lives in France. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-235-5 paperback $9.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-240-9 hardcover $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 14 and up 168 pages 4 7 Rights: U.S. & Canada 70 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 JUVENILE FICTION Just JuLie Nadia Xerri-L. and i aM not eMManueLLe Carine Tardieu Two heart-wrenching tales of sibling secrets, loyalty and loss. Julies idolized older brother is about to be tried for murder, but she cant bring herself to go to court; she knows more about the crime than she wants to reveal. As she probes her brothers silence and the mystery of the missing murder weapon she must make difcult choices. Just Julie is the story of one girls struggle to make the most fateful decision of her life, and the surprising result. In I Am Not Emmanuelle, stealing a pack of gum launches 13-year-old Adele into a caustic, funny and poignant monologue about what she sees as her aws: her bushy eyebrows, her lack of generosity and the scars on her earlobes that she picks until they bleed. But what bothers her most is that shell never measure up to her perfect sister, who died and Adele cant shake the feeling that her parents wish she had died instead. This powerful pair of stories explores the teen psyche with uninching honesty. nadia Xerri-L. is an author, playwright and theater director. Carine tardieu is an author, screenwriter and lm director. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-234-8 paperback $9.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-239-3 hardcover $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 14 and up 144 pages 4 7 Rights: U.S. & Canada FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010 71 JUVENILE FICTION nothing But youR sKin Cathy Ytak and the PooL was eMPty Gilles Abier Two fearless explorations of the depths of teenage passion. Louella hates her name, is obsessed with colors and yells herself hoarse when she gets upset. People call her slow, but Lou knows one thing for sure: she wants to be with her boyfriend no matter what her parents or doctors think. Poignantly and sensitively told, Nothing but Your Skin chronicles the aftermath of a mentally challenged girls decision to have sex. In The Pool Was Empty, 16-year-old Celias boyfriend, Alex, dies after falling into an empty swimming pool and his mother accuses Celia of his murder. As Celia tries to clear her name and move on from her devastating loss, she reveals that the shocking events of that fateful day may not be what they seem. The intensity of rst love is laid bare in these strikingly emotional stories. Cathy ytak has written books for children, adults and young adults. She divides her time between Paris and a small village in eastern France. gilles abier is an author, actor and theater director who has lived in London, Manchester and Paris. He has written novels for both adults and young adults. ANNICK PRESS 978-1-55451-233-1 paperback $9.95 Ctn qty: 978-1-55451-238-6 hardcover $19.95 Ctn qty: FEBRUARY Ages 14 and up 168 pages 4 7 Rights: U.S. & Canada 72 FIREFLY BOOKS SPRING 2010