Can you recommend a book on singing? [more inside]
posted on Jul 25, 2008 - 2 answers

Can you recommend some good mystery novels for me to read? The last mystery novels I read that I really liked were the Hilary Tamar series by Sarah Caudwell. I liked those because they were fairly light and not gory. But I especially liked them because the dialogue/narration was sharp, witty, and wry. What are some other mystery writers who write like this? [more inside]
posted on Jul 25, 2008 - 25 answers

Book recommendation: Looking for a modern novel that revels in the modern metropolis: its mass of strangers, dark pockets, finds beauty in filth and filth in beauty. Examples: Witchgrass by Raymond Queneau, Bright Lights Big City by Jay McInerny, Paul Auster
posted on Jul 23, 2008 - 21 answers

I was asked in France what's the first chapter book an American child reads on his or her own, and I didn't know whether there is one such book. Do you know of one or have any idea of the most likely titles?
posted on Jul 23, 2008 - 50 answers

Bookfilter: In search of older grade school kids' book I read once years ago while visiting my cousin, and kind of dug. All I can remember is that it was a vaguely medieval setting, where the main character was a young woman named either Soony or Sooney, who lived alone in a cottage in the woods; much of the book was taken up with her helping out three different princesses or noblewomen in succession. Towards the very end, Sooney finally meets a young man herself, but rather than a nobleman, he was another salt-of-the-earth person like herself, and HE'S the one she marries. I also remember that once in a while the narration would comment on something wise or common-sensical Sooney did by saying: "That was Sooney. She knew what she thought about things." Does this sound familiar to anyone? The book would probably have been published sometime before the mid-80's, as that's about the time I read it.
posted on Jul 22, 2008 - 2 answers

How to read PDF files on Amazon Kindle? [more inside]
posted on Jul 21, 2008 - 6 answers

Bookfilter: I am looking for recommendations on books that examine the politics & history of Algerians in Paris, especially ones that do so through the lens of culture: language, music, dance, etc.
posted on Jul 21, 2008 - 3 answers

How do you decide whether a book is worth reading? [more inside]
posted on Jul 18, 2008 - 39 answers

Can someone help me remember this book? It was a book about making all sorts of things from paper, mainly models, and I remember the start of the book talking about how to make forest fairies and flora (actually fungi). [more inside]
posted on Jul 17, 2008 - 6 answers

Single plot point - can you help me remember this book? [more inside]
posted on Jul 17, 2008 - 12 answers

My grandfather wrote a successful buck in the early '40s. He passed away about ten years ago, and just recently I've gotten the urge to see if it would be possible to release the book to Project Gutenberg and also maybe do a Librivox recording. How does one go about finding out about who owns copyrights in this kind of situation?
posted on Jul 16, 2008 - 5 answers

Looking for good books on the history of technologies. [more inside]
posted on Jul 16, 2008 - 17 answers

I loved "Gig," and I'd like recommendations for more books to help with the "inside view" of various jobs. Bonus points for books that might also help me gauge what I'm good at. [more inside]
posted on Jul 16, 2008 - 7 answers

A book that is very personal and valuable to me got damaged due to a leak in a car which allowed rainwater in. The book cover acted like a sponge dragging up the water as well as dirt from the upholstery. I've talked to two book repair places, but I have my reservations. Any suggestions? Even more desired: anyone have EXPERIENCE with book repair shops? [more inside]
posted on Jul 15, 2008 - 7 answers

Where can I buy book(s) that list best hospitals/clinics for cosmetic surgeries in Bangkok, Thailand? [more inside]
posted on Jul 14, 2008 - 1 answers

I'd like to broaden my horizons by getting a better understanding of life in different cultures and time periods. Please recommend great books or films (fiction or non-fiction) which paint a broad, immersive, reasonably accurate picture of a place and time. [more inside]
posted on Jul 12, 2008 - 29 answers

What is that symbol one finds at the beginnings or endings of chapters of books called? It's like a little arabesque, but with a (reasonably) flat bottom or top.
posted on Jul 10, 2008 - 11 answers

What is the best primer on macroeconomics? [more inside]
posted on Jul 9, 2008 - 2 answers

Is there a term for the type of person that tends to becomes an obsessive fan of a particular book, movie, TV show, etc.? Sometimes obscure, sometimes not so obscure? [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2008 - 30 answers

What are some exceptionally well-performed audiobooks? [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2008 - 77 answers

Is there an equivalent of IMDB or Allmusic for books? i.e. A site that lists all books written by a particular author with ratings, reviews, comments etc? English language based.
posted on Jul 3, 2008 - 13 answers

How do I submit a book proposal to a publisher? [more inside]
posted on Jul 2, 2008 - 3 answers

I need your comic book suggestions! [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2008 - 43 answers

Please-help-me-identify-a-book-filter. Trying to track down a young adults hardish sci-fi book from the mid 80s in the UK about a space medic in trouble. [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2008 - 3 answers

I love Erik Larson's The Devil in the White City. It's a non-fiction book about Chicago in 1893 which reads much like a novel. I'd like to read other books written in the same novel-esque style about some other cities or historic events. Know of any novel-like non-fiction reads?
posted on Jun 29, 2008 - 44 answers

I've just accepted a full time (telecommuting, FWIW) position with a Fortune 50 company. What are some must-read business books? [more inside]
posted on Jun 28, 2008 - 6 answers

Help me find this book about people abducted by nontraditional faeries! [more inside]
posted on Jun 26, 2008 - 4 answers

Please help identify this childhood book. I'm 90% sure it was english, otherwise it could have been written in spanish. The book was wider than tall, probably 15" by 10", very colourful but dark and weird at the same time. The only page i remember is one where s the main character is walking through a cave or forest and all these very interesting animals/creatures looking at him. (I think there's also page with just eyes surrounding him in the dark). The creatures are oddly drawn and very interesting and it was scary if anything. I believe this was a hand-me-down but eitherway I had it late 80's early 90's. I know the details are vague but i'm just hoping someone out there can bring me to peace. Thankyou
posted on Jun 25, 2008 - 6 answers

Winefilter: What's a good book about Italian wine (and maybe a bottle, too) for my dad? [more inside]
posted on Jun 24, 2008 - 4 answers

It's driving me mental. I *must* get Trent Parke's "Dream/Life" and "The Seventh Wave" photo books. They are nowhere for sale. Or are they? [more inside]
posted on Jun 24, 2008 - 8 answers

Book design help! I would like to find a good website or blog that can help me learn more about designing the interior of a nonfiction book. [more inside]
posted on Jun 21, 2008 - 10 answers

Good ASP.NET(VB book)? [more inside]
posted on Jun 18, 2008 - 2 answers

In this book, statues come to life. It's not Night Life of The Gods, by Thorne Smith. What is it? [more inside]
posted on Jun 13, 2008 - 7 answers

The rights to my ~400 page pop/technical book reverted to me when the publisher went bankrupt. How can I best monetize the second edition? [more inside]
posted on Jun 11, 2008 - 4 answers

I am looking for THE book for exercise and nutrition programs. [more inside]
posted on Jun 11, 2008 - 4 answers

Looking for sites or reviewers who review books other than literary fiction [more inside]
posted on Jun 10, 2008 - 4 answers

Where can I get an 11x17 portfolio in portrait orientation? [more inside]
posted on Jun 9, 2008 - 7 answers

About six years ago, a friend lent me a fantasy book, I'm trying to figure out what it was called. The main character was raised (and possibly summoned) by a wizard deep in the forest, near the beginning of the book the wizard's power starts to flag and the young boy has to leave. He ends up in a castle and when he hears certain words it triggers memories from his past life.
posted on Jun 8, 2008 - 6 answers

Where can I buy books on _tape_ in Sacramento?
posted on Jun 6, 2008 - 4 answers

Can you think of examples of movies based on novels (or short stories) that are very, very faithful to the source work? [more inside]
posted on Jun 1, 2008 - 70 answers

What should I read? Recommend a book (fiction or non-fiction), life affirming, something to be read after a heartbreak/letting go. Possibly involving fate/destiny, and the uncertainty/infinite possibilities of life.
posted on May 30, 2008 - 26 answers

What should I take into consideration when spearheading an anthology project? What resources are out there for us? [more inside]
posted on May 30, 2008 - 1 answers

Help me dedicate my book! I am dedicating my upcoming book to my wife and baby daughter, and am searching for inspiration. What are the most memorable dedications that you have seen? [more inside]
posted on May 28, 2008 - 10 answers

Why isn't the sequel to The Glass Books of the Dream Eaters out in America yet when it's already published in the UK? The UK published the first book after America did, so why would the UK publish the sequel first now? Is it even going to be published in the US? Help me, booksellers and those knowledgeable in publishing! [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2008 - 4 answers

CookingFilter: I need cookbooks or websites that have step by step visuals of recipes. [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2008 - 15 answers

Low volume, book scanning service? I want to ship to these people my (recent, copyrighted) paper- and hardbacks, and they scan them, destroy them, ocr them, proof them, and email me back a pdf. I have many books that I want to reference, but I like to move a lot, and they're weighing me down. [more inside]
posted on May 27, 2008 - 11 answers

the child otto falls down a hill, sprains his ankle, and then the situation gets worse. help me remember what children's book this scene is from? [more inside]
posted on May 22, 2008 - 2 answers

In the early 80's, I read a library book that featured a heroine stumbling into a parallel world and encountering chicken-legged vampires (not Baba Yaga) and their master. I can't recall the title nor author of this novel and you will earn my eternal gratitude if you can identify this work for me so that I can locate and read it again. [more inside]
posted on May 19, 2008 - 6 answers

In 1998 I bought a paperback at a bookstore. It was an anthology of inspirational and spiritual writing by a variety of authors. It was great, I loaned it to someone, and now I'd like to find another copy of it. [more inside]
posted on May 19, 2008 - 8 answers

Looking for recommendations for a science experiment book suitable for an 8 year old. When I was a kid, I had a copy of “Mr. Wizard’s Supermarket Science” that I loved, but unfortunately it’s out of print. Any suggestions?
posted on May 19, 2008 - 11 answers