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Breast Cancer - Step to curb female silent killer	by Henry Emili May 17, 2012	$1.50	4037 words	Sample 2%
Breast cancer is a medical condition whose many victims know very little or virtually nothing about it. This package attempts to properly educate the public on the apparent dangers is poses to our health, as well as how best it can be curbed.
How to Make a Chan Luu Inspired Wrap Bracelet	by Rose Raduro May 03, 2012	$4.97	1356 words	Sample 20%
Learn how to make these wrap bracelets for yourself or as a gift. It's easy! In this book you will get Step by step easy to follow instructions Photos so you can see at each step your progress *Online resource guide to materials which is an invaluable tool to get the best beads at the best prices. Don't struggle trying to follow a video when you can take your time and easily go through each step
Sir, Are You Bidding or Not, Sir? Fun at the Auction	by Francisco Archilla May 02, 2012	$1.99	16885 words	Sample 20%
In my book I share my experiences at the Auction Houses throughout the United States and Europe. My book contains useful tips and also information that will help you make educated choices while you are at the auction.
Biographies Through Postage Stamps: 290 Indian Personalities [Collector's Edition]	by Sanjeeb Behera March 31, 2012	$7.00	135459 words	Sample 10%
Biographies Through Postage Stamps is a Collector's Edition series that show cases great men from history who appeared in postage stamps of different countries. Current Edition "290 Indian Personalities" depicts short biographies of Indian Faces who appeared on Indian postage stamps during different phases of history.
Live Auctions	by Tom Radde Feb. 17, 2012	$4.99	13310 words	Sample 15%
All about Live Auctions. Don't worry about scratching your ear at a Live Auction being a bid. How to bid, act, dress, and what to do at, a Live Auction. By knowing what you are doing, the price of this book will be saved the first time you buy something. Welcome to the world of Live Auctions.
101 Top Secret Techniques Used by Successful Part Time Weekend Art Dealers	by David Valin Feb. 12, 2012	$4.99	46751 words	Sample 15%
101 Top Secret Techniques Used by Successful Part Time Weekend Art Dealers is a book that shows you step by step techniques for you to become a part time weekend art dealer. It is a very good tool, for the person that wants to learn about art, and art dealing, and wants to get into being an art dealer without spending a lot of time or money.
How to Build the Classic Poker Table	by James Powers Feb. 07, 2012	$4.99	8161 words	Sample 15%
This guide will assist you through the various stages of poker table design and construction from start to finish. These design plans will set your table apart from the rest with the flexibility of having a completely removable padded rail which allows for no fuss cleaning and maintenance, just like the professional poker tables in the casinos!
The Unofficial DC Comics Trade Paperback Timeline Vol. 1	by Collected Editions Jan. 23, 2012	$0.99	21900 words	Sample 15%
The Unofficial DC Comics Trade Paperback Timeline is a guide for DC Comics fans wanting to read DC's library of collected editions in order. The Timeline organizes over 800 collections in reading order, with copious notes to help explain how the books fit together. The Timeline is the perfect resource for new fans of the DC Universe or anyone who wants to catch up on DC Universe storylines.
Generally Speaking: a philatelic patchwork	by Lawrence Block Dec. 24, 2011	$4.99	52244 words	Sample 10%
In the summer of 2009, bestselling novelist Lawrence Block began contributing a monthly column to Linn's Stamp News which quickly became one of that magazine's most popular features. Wide-ranging in topic and written with Block's unmistakable verve, this collection of the first 25 columns is a must for anyone interested in "the King of Hobbies and the Hobby of Kings."
Confessions of a Cuban Cigar Smoker, Volume I	by Addiction Dec. 21, 2011	$2.99	80906 words	Sample 20%
A series of essays on how to get through life while enjoying a great cigar. If you are a novice or an afficianado there is good information to be had here as well as an occasional chuckle. If you appreciate the comedy of Chris Rock and others like him this is a book you can enjoy without knowledge or interest in cigars.
Wire Jewelry Tutorial: Grapes Chandelier Earrings	by Corra Liew Dec. 09, 2011	$14.99	2484 words	Sample 15%
Features an innovative fusion of the traditional Wire Jewelry Making technique from the western culture. This step-by-step guide is composed of high-resolution pictures with simple and easy to follow instructions. It is a great way to expand your creative repertoire or just have fun recreating a great looking contemporary design.
Hatatorium: An Essential Guide for Hat Collectors	by Brenda Grantland Dec. 05, 2011	$9.99	68231 words	Sample 20%
This is an interactive reference manual for hat collectors and online hat sellers. There are many color photos in the book itself, but it also interfaces with a dedicated website database (also created by the authors) with over 1,000 color photos of collectible hats from the past century. How-tos are illustrated by several short videos. By Brenda Grantland & Mary Robak & friends.
History of Mercedes-Benz, The 1950s, The 180/190 Ponton	by Bernd S. Koehling Nov. 03, 2011	$4.99	8229 words	Sample 20%
How is it to drive an old 180D today? What coach-built versions were available in the 1950s for this popular four-cylinder ponton model? This and other questions will be answered in this detailed book about the complete history of the 180/190 Mercedes. It does not only cover all versions of the car, it also offers plenty of unique color pictures, most of them never published before.
History of Mercedes-Benz, The 1950s, The 300 Adenauer	by Bernd S. Koehling Nov. 03, 2011	$4.99	9119 words	Sample 20%
This e-book is part of a series about Mercedes cars of the 1950s and 1960s. It gives a detailed view of the history of the 300 Adenauer. It covers each model, incl. the 4-door cabriolets. It talks about the coach-built cars and lets the reader experience the ride in one of these great cars in the 1950s. It also offers plenty of unique color pictures, most of them never published before.
History of Mercedes-Benz, The 1950s, The 170S	by Bernd S. Koehling Nov. 03, 2011	$3.99	5708 words	Sample 20%
How is it to drive a vintage 170S Cabriolet today, or what difficulties did Daimler-Benz face in the late 1940s, early 1950s, when production was just slowly picking up? This and the complete history of this wonderful early Mercedes with all its variations are part of this e-book about the 170S. The book comes with plenty of never published before color pictures.
EncycloBeania	by E. Juelich Oct. 27, 2011	$7.95	90241 words	Sample 5%
A reference guide with over 4,000 entries about (copyright)Ty, Inc,'s plush products. Includes release dates, retirement dates, heart and tush tag information plus more.
Seven Decks You Will Never Play Poker With	by Bill Schroeder Oct. 18, 2011	$7.99	8282 words	Sample 20%
An illustrated wonderland you never knew existed. Bill Schroeder displays seven decks of cards youâ€™ve never seen and tells their exciting story. FDR censored one deck and spent $100K on another that wasn't printed. Millions died in Leningrad while propaganda cards rained from the sky and the USSR was barred from the 1933 Chicago Worlds Fair for trying to distribute an Anti-Religious deck.
100 Days of Fantasy	by Ty Johnston Oct. 04, 2011	$0.99	40082 words	Sample 20%
Fantasy author Ty Johnston spent 100 days looking back upon books that have influenced him as a writer over the years. He goes into his memories and opinions about 100 books, one for each day, not all of them in the fantasy genre or even speculative in nature, but also including non-fiction books, comic books, graphic novels and more.
Harmony Guitar America's Guitar	by Jim Galloway Sep. 22, 2011	$4.95	8839 words	Sample 20%
Harmony Guitar America's Guitar is a story of a journey I had researching a vintage Harmony guitar after finding it at a yard sale. I remembered that Harmony was my first guitar. I found out that they were the first guitar of many icons of American music and the role they played in the development of our country. I sold Harmony guitars on EBay to musicians worldwide who had the same fascination.
Grl2grl 2: Give Me a "D"	by Julie Anne Peters Aug. 20, 2011	$0.99	2111 words	Sample 20%
In "Give Me a D", a young lesbian's need to hide and lie about her sexuality spills over into every aspect of her life as bitterness and blame. (For ages 14 and up)
The Beginner's Guide to Ebooks	by Gary McLaren July 13, 2011	$2.99	8062 words	Sample 15%
More people are reading ebooks than ever before and now ebook sales have overtaken paperback sales. But if you are new to ebooks you probably have some questions. What is an ebook? What are the advantages of reading ebooks? How do you read them? Where are the best places to buy them? How can I try ebooks without an ebook reader? "The Beginner's Guide to Ebooks" answers these questions and more.
The Ultimate Yard Sale Guide	by Tracy Wasem May 11, 2011	$0.99	5354 words	Sample 15%
Yard sale addicts revel in your addiction and learn how to host a big money yard sale. Use insider tips and techniques to quadruple the profits at your next sale. Wholesale merchandise list that offer quality hot selling items to add to your sale. Collectibles and antiques how to spot and buy from yard, estate, garage sales and auctions. Learn what your collectibles are worth.
A Little Help from Our Friends	by Richard Helbock May 06, 2011	$9.99	31649 words	Sample 20%
An illustrated history of America's effort to improve the speed of international mail communication mail by using European air carriers during the pioneer era of air mail development, 1921-1939. The book looks at cooperative agreements with Britain, France, the Netherlands and others to carry mail from Americans to Europe, Africa, Asia and Australasia.
Marking Time	by Edward Brandwein April 18, 2011	$0.99	17804 words	Sample 10%
A Guide to Russian Watch Collecting
In Miniature Style II - Over 40 How-To Projects	by Christine Verstraete March 25, 2011	$4.99	18173 words	Sample 20%
In Miniature Style II is a must have book for anyone interested in collecting, and creating, dollhouses and scale miniatures. With dozens of stunning photos, over 40 how-to projects, and profiles of talented miniaturists and their work, In Miniature Style II offers a creative tableau sure to please novice crafters and experienced collectors alike.
A Love Story	by AppWings Feb. 06, 2011	$0.99	42510 words	Sample 20%
Here are few sentences from the Book, "Whosoever will charge these travails with many oversights, he shall need no solemn pains to prove them. "And upon the view taken of this book sithence the impression, I dare assure them, that shall observe most faults therein, that I, by gleaning after him, will gather as many omitted by him, as he shall shew committed by me.
Jade Articles Of The Chinese Western Zhou Dynasty (Part Two)	by Qi Fang Dec. 20, 2010	$6.99	754 words	Sample 15%
One hundred and twenty delicate images of jade ornaments from the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046BC-771BC)with detailed annotation lead you to the unique Chinese jade culture and history. Book written in Chinese. This is Part Two of two parts.
Jade Articles Of The Chinese Western Zhou Dynasty (Part One)	by Qi Fang Dec. 04, 2010	$6.99	643 words	Sample 40%
One hundred and twenty delicate images of jade ornaments from the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046BC-771BC)with detailed annotation lead you to the unique Chinese jade culture and history. Book written in Chinese. This is Part One of two parts.
Sterling Silver Hunter	by DeWayne Augeson Nov. 15, 2010	$0.99	19958 words	Sample 15%
Everyone loves the stories about someone finding those so called "treasures" while at an estate auction or a garage sale. DeWayne Augeson tells you how to find those treasures in this book based on over 40 years experience finding, buying and selling silver. With silver prices up almost 60% in the last year, this book could pay for itself with just one sterling silver "find". Happy Hunting
Got Gold? Get Gold!	by Jerry Western Oct. 03, 2010	$4.50	66927 words	Sample 20%
Got Gold? Get Gold! The Everything Gold Answer Book. Your Guide to Protecting Your Wealth in the 21st Century Gold Rush while Riding the Golden Bull and the Silver Stallion. The Get Gold guide book is your compass for protecting the wealth you have and surviving the unfolding Depression. This book is meant to be an introduction to, and overview of, all of the fundamental relevant
Vintage Magazines Identifier and Price Guide	by Richard & Elaine Russell Sep. 23, 2010	$0.99	59972 words	Sample 20%
A guide to collecting vintage and antiquarian magazines showing major contributors as well as less well-known ones as well as the history and representative prices for most collectable magazines. Guides the reader/researcher through the history of the publications and the contributors that add to a magazine's worth. Originally published as: "Antique Traders Vintage Magazine price Guide".
How to custom blythe excellent type	by japan July 28, 2010	$0.99	3578 words	Sample 50%
How to custom blythe excellent type
How to overhaul and repair Yashica electro 35 GX	by japan July 25, 2010	$0.99	539 words	Sample 20%
How to overhaul and repair Yashica electro 35 GX
Buying a Diamond - Your Essential Guide	by Janelle Wilson July 19, 2010	$9.99	6420 words	Sample 50%
'Buying a Diamond - Your Essential Guide' is designed to give easy-to-understand information. This guide includes useful diagrams and photographs. By gaining an understanding of diamonds, people can be in control of their purchase. Knowing the right questions to ask, and being aware of what to look for in a diamond, can save the buyer time and money.
Wired Chinese Knot, Wire Jewelry Tutorial: Layer Coiled Crystal Pearls Earrings	by Corra Liew July 12, 2010	$14.99	3248 words	Sample 15%
Features an innovative fusion of the traditional Chinese Knotting from the eastern culture with the traditional Wire Jewelry Making technique from the western culture. This step-by-step guide is composed of high-resolution pictures with simple and easy to follow instructions. It is a great way to expand your creative repertoire or just have fun recreating a great looking contemporary design.
Jack Peebles Creates Buzz Within the Insulator Community - Blog #1	by Jack Peebles April 26, 2010	$0.99	608 words	Sample 1%
This is Jack Peebles' first blog on insualtors since his famous 'buzz' within the insulator community.
United States Post Offices Volume 8 The Southeast	by Richard Helbock April 04, 2010	$12.99	34774 words	Sample 50%
The eighth volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each office contains a county location, dates of operation and a Scarcity Index (S/I) value that offers postmark collectors with a guide to the relative value of postmarks from that post office.
United States Post Offices Volume 7 The Lower Mississippi Valley	by Richard Helbock April 04, 2010	$12.99	79482 words	Sample 50%
The seventh volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each office contains a county location, dates of operation and a Scarcity Index (S/I) value that offers postmark collectors with a guide to the relative value of postmarks from that post office.
United States Post Offices Volume 6 The Mid Atlantic	by Richard Helbock April 04, 2010	$12.99	79889 words	Sample 50%
The sixth volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each office contains a county location, dates of operation and a Scarcity Index (S/I) value that offers postmark collectors with a guide to the relative value of postmarks from that post office.
United States Post Offices Volume 5 The Ohio Valley	by Richard Helbock April 04, 2010	$12.99	53124 words	Sample 50%
The fifth volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each office contains a county location, dates of operation and a Scarcity Index (S/I) value that offers postmark collectors with a guide to the relative value of postmarks from that post office.
United States Post Offices Volume 2 The Great Plains	by Richard Helbock April 04, 2010	$12.99	80208 words	Sample 50%
The second volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each office contains a county location, dates of operation and a Scarcity Index (S/I) value that offers postmark collectors with a guide to the relative value of postmarks from that post office.
United States Post Offices Volume 1 The West	by Richard Helbock April 04, 2010	$12.99	39349 words	Sample 50%
The first volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each office contains a county location, dates of operation and a Scarcity Index (S/I) value that offers postmark collectors with a guide to the relative value of postmarks from that post office.
United States Post Offices Volume 4 The Northeast	by Richard Helbock April 03, 2010	$12.99	43530 words	Sample 50%
The fourth volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each office contains a county location, dates of operation and a Scarcity Index (S/I) value that offers postmark collectors with a guide to the relative value of postmarks from that post office.
United States Post Offices Volume 3 The Upper Midwest	by Richard Helbock April 03, 2010	$12.99	73300 words	Sample 50%
The third volume in a set of eight that comprises an alphabetical listing of the over 166,000 post offices that have ever operated in the 50 United states from 1776 to date. The listing for each office contains a county location, dates of operation and a Scarcity Index (S/I) value that offers postmark collectors with a guide to the relative value of postmarks from that post office.
The Beautiful Canon EF Camera	by Michael Axel Feb. 11, 2010	$2.99	1973 words	Sample 25%
In 1973, Canon released a revolutionary new camera called the Canon EF. It was unlike any other single lens reflex (SLR) camera of the time. It was the first SLR to incorporate automatic exposure. Considered by many to be one of the most beautiful cameras ever made, the EF was produced only in gorgeous black enamel paint, with the same professional quality as the Canon F-1 camera.
Autograph Hell	by Charles G. Irion Dec. 09, 2009	$6.99	37687 words	Sample 10%
This book is for everyone who has or will be exposed to the autograph business. Autograph Hell is both enlightening and disturbing. It exposes the truth about collecting. Follow the authorâ€™s journey as he quickly finds a world filled with falsified documents and counterfeit signatures - most of which are "authenticated" by the autograph experts who control this multi-million dollar business.
1000 Historic Automobile Sites	by Mike Varey Oct. 29, 2009	$2.99	134053 words	Sample 20%
Worldwide bestseller! At last, a comprehensive reference book featuring 1000 of the worldâ€™s most interesting historic automobile sites for the auto enthusiast. Listed are names addresses, tel for: museums, collections, homes, birthplaces, factories, racing circuits, gas stations, Route 66, memorials, gravesites, curiosities, celebrity cars, racing cars, film cars, prototypes, models, worldwide.
Plastic Ozone Daydream: The Corvette Chronicles	by Floyd M. Orr May 12, 2009	$2.99	97553 words	Sample 10%
Plastic Ozone Daydream combines fact and fantasy on a wild ride through the birth, growth, and maturity of the sports car in America during the turbulent half-century, 1950-2000. Plastic Ozone Daydream is intended to be both fun to read and challenging to the intellect, taking the reader on a journey he never knew existedâ€” through the crossroads of his own mind. Look deeply into the reflection.

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