http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Book-Reviews:Reference-Encyclopedia-Dictionary EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Author Julia C. Carroll's "Collecting Costume Jewelry 202" follows her comprehensive first volume, Collecting Costume Jewelry 101. This identification and value guide covers the basics of dating jewelry from 1935-1980. It's full of hundreds of photographs and drawings, plus patent information and designer profiles. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:35:48 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Collecting-Costume-Jewelry-202&id=3283923 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Review-Collecting-Costume-Jewelry-202&id=3283923 Philip Gladwin has given us a screenwriting book essential with ScreenwritingGoldmine. His original e-book is tight, concise, packed with insight, and short. Unlike some of the other big name authors like Trottier, Seger, and Snyder, Philip Gladwin's book focuses specifically on crafting a script worthy of production. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:42:14 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Screenwriting-Book-That-is-Pure-Scriptwriting-Gold&id=3283410 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Screenwriting-Book-That-is-Pure-Scriptwriting-Gold&id=3283410 "Questions Writers Ask" is a surprising gift, a compilation of nearly 6,000 quotations addressing questions asked by real writers. Karen Speerstra has been painstakingly scrupulous in her task of gathering and selecting the quotes for this project. Writers from the past some contemporaries, well known greats, recognized authors, and a number of upcoming more recent writers provide bits of wisdom, wit, insight and advice participating in a world wide forum in dialog across an imaginary common table. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:46:47 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Questions-Writers-Ask-Wise,-Whimsical,-and-Witty-Answers-From-the-Pros-by-Karen-Speerstra&id=3190741 http://ezinearticles.com/?Questions-Writers-Ask-Wise,-Whimsical,-and-Witty-Answers-From-the-Pros-by-Karen-Speerstra&id=3190741 The preservation of bees is imperative to our continued ability to grow food to feed the plant. Bees are the major pollinators on the plant. Did you know that raising bees can be a stress reduction strategy and can provide a wealth of education for adults and children alike. Raising bees allows you to provide gifts for family and friend, while providing healthy products good for your health. In this book the author discusses the benefits, steps to get started, supports, and other valuable information. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:56:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Successful-Beekeeping-ABCs-by-Terry-Martyn-Jr&id=2886775 http://ezinearticles.com/?Successful-Beekeeping-ABCs-by-Terry-Martyn-Jr&id=2886775 If you're looking for a Christmas gift (or birthday or other holiday gift) for a chess-playing friend or relative, you can hardly go wrong in giving him or her a good chess book. The aspiring chess master is always looking for additional sources of education and inspiration to improve his game. Check out these recommendations. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:10:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chess-Books-For-Christmas&id=2987792 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chess-Books-For-Christmas&id=2987792 The diversity of the subject matter and the forms used to portray them has brought about a book superior to most. The poets you will find within the pages are talented and some of the best of this generation. 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Tue, 16 Jun 2009 10:35:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Easy-Guide-to-Online-Genealogical-Research&id=2471483 http://ezinearticles.com/?An-Easy-Guide-to-Online-Genealogical-Research&id=2471483 Your nose has iron in it, your hearing is poor compared to a 60 year old African Bushman and every 7 years you have an entirely new skeleton in your closet. Read below to learn more. Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:43:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Reviewed-The-Compass-in-Your-Nose-Marc-McCutcheon&id=2427909 http://ezinearticles.com/?Book-Reviewed-The-Compass-in-Your-Nose-Marc-McCutcheon&id=2427909 "Science Fiction Quotations: From the Inner Mind to the Outer Limits" is a treasure trove of wit and wisdom from literature, movies and TV. This comprehensive and well researched book is an invaluable resource for writers, readers and all fans of science fiction and fantasy. 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Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:02:33 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Historical-Dictionary-of-Hong-Kong-Cinema&id=773805 http://ezinearticles.com/?Historical-Dictionary-of-Hong-Kong-Cinema&id=773805 I've been writing for well over 15 years and have read a lot of books on the craft. Some are lifesavers, other have a few pearls of wisdom, while a few aren't worth the time or money. There are even books on writing that leave you feeling defeated and wanting to throw your computer, along with your dreams of becoming a successful writer, out the window. Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:11:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Two-Books-on-Writing-Fiction-You-MUST-Have!&id=1786916 http://ezinearticles.com/?Two-Books-on-Writing-Fiction-You-MUST-Have!&id=1786916 This article deals about the handbook of emphysema and chronic bronchitis. The Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis Handbook were penned by Sheila Sperber Haas and Francois Haas. Both writers are scientists also they are compassionate people. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 14:26:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chronic-Bronchitis-And-Emphysema-Handbook-Assisting-You-For-A-Healthier-Life&id=1657584 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chronic-Bronchitis-And-Emphysema-Handbook-Assisting-You-For-A-Healthier-Life&id=1657584 Writing-World's Guide to Paying Markets for Fiction and Poetry by Moira Allen, is more than just a book of data for writer's submissions. The author includes only paying markets of periodicals (E-zines, magazines and a few newspapers). The author created a highly valuable section entitled "About this Guide", that explains what each section of details listed under the publications means. She even goes as far... Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:24:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Writing-Worlds-Guide-To-Paying-Markets-For-Fiction-and-Poetry-Book-Review&id=259922 http://ezinearticles.com/?Writing-Worlds-Guide-To-Paying-Markets-For-Fiction-and-Poetry-Book-Review&id=259922 With 300 historical pictures, Korom has created a major historical reference on the creation and construction of skyscrapers across the United States. While a comprehensive text, for many it will become a "coffee-table" book to be picked up and read again and again! Great Americana tribute! Wed, 24 Sep 2008 15:51:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-American-Skyscraper-1850-1940-A-Celebration-of-Height-is-Great-Tour-of-America!&id=1516031 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-American-Skyscraper-1850-1940-A-Celebration-of-Height-is-Great-Tour-of-America!&id=1516031 Imagine someone handing you knowledge, handing you a book with nearly any question that you might ever ask about nearly anything growing up as a child? Imagine having a book like that as an adult to help your own children with the knowledge you didn't get while growing up? Perhaps, this is the idea behind fully illustrated question and answer style encyclopedias. Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:15:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Question-and-Answer-Encyclopedias-Are-the-Way-to-Go&id=1515212 http://ezinearticles.com/?Question-and-Answer-Encyclopedias-Are-the-Way-to-Go&id=1515212 The Elements of Style has been around since 1919 and is still a valuable reference tool today. It offers essential advice to creating clear concise prose. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:07:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Elements-of-Style-Is-it-Relevant-Today?&id=1460031 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Elements-of-Style-Is-it-Relevant-Today?&id=1460031 Words, words and more words - these are the all important tools of the trade for any writer. When you get stuck for the right word pick up THE SYNONYM FINDER, a book reviewer's best friend. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:09:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Book-Reviewers-Best-Friend-The-Synonym-Finder&id=1433921 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Book-Reviewers-Best-Friend-The-Synonym-Finder&id=1433921 Not long ago, I was discussing the concept of knowledge with someone who had read the encyclopedia, something I myself had once done. Indeed, I also read an interesting book "Know it All" by A.J. Jacobs, it's fun to read you might want to read it, the author read the encyclopedia and then wrote about his adventure. Funny, since I read, or skimmed through and read the Encyclopedia Britannica, Dictionary and all the "Tell me Why Series" as a kid and teen. Fri, 11 Jul 2008 08:52:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?I-Read-the-Encyclopedia-Have-You?&id=1315929 http://ezinearticles.com/?I-Read-the-Encyclopedia-Have-You?&id=1315929 Learn the science of solving crimes. Of course you know the psychology of criminals. Don't you? Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:29:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Howdunit-Forensics-by-DP-Lyle-A-Must-Have-For-All-Mystery-Writers-and-Readers&id=1298413 http://ezinearticles.com/?Howdunit-Forensics-by-DP-Lyle-A-Must-Have-For-All-Mystery-Writers-and-Readers&id=1298413 This major guide provides all needed information to patients and/or family members of those who are considering surgery--of all types. Written to be read and used by laymen, the comprehensive guide takes readers through every phase of activities which lead to surgery, including what to know about your surgeon(s), where the surgery should take place, what questions should be asked of the surgeron. Includes individual chapters on all types of medical surgery (including cosmetic), providing clinical diagrams and narrative of what will happen. A MUST for every family's book shelf! Fri, 02 May 2008 11:38:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Surgery-By-Doctor-Joel-Berman-Presents-Medical-Info-for-Families!&id=1144581 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-Surgery-By-Doctor-Joel-Berman-Presents-Medical-Info-for-Families!&id=1144581 Wham! Bang! Get that word right! Make the copy work for you. It's not always easy creating powerful copy. Editing pro Audrey Owen teaches us her unique seven step process, and we are the winners. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 08:56:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Get-Your-Writing-Fighting-Fit-A-Review&id=1115430 http://ezinearticles.com/?Get-Your-Writing-Fighting-Fit-A-Review&id=1115430 Who on Earth would bother to read the dictionary? Well, you are reading an article about someone who did and has read several dictionaries from cover to cover, and I must say has learned a lot along the way. And just in case you think I am crazy, did you know Bill Gates read the entire encyclopedia? Do you think Bill Gates is crazy? What is it that people who read reference books gain? Hmm, well, I think you ought to find out that answer to that yourself. Mon, 14 Apr 2008 15:51:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Should-Read-the-Dictionary-I-Know-it-Sounds-Crazy,-But-You-Will-Be-Glad-You-Did&id=1105545 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Should-Read-the-Dictionary-I-Know-it-Sounds-Crazy,-But-You-Will-Be-Glad-You-Did&id=1105545 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.