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The Rewritten Word: How to Sculpt Literary Art, No Matter the Genre    by Aggie Villanueva
Price: $3.99 USD. 7500 words. Language: English. Published on October 1, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

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The only How-to-Write book that has nothing to do with writing. It's all about rewriting. Whittle away what buries the art of your words beneath pulp, no matter the topic, no matter the genre.
Dictionary of Die Casting Terms    by diecasting
Price: $9.99 USD. 59010 words. Language: English. Published on September 30, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Handbooks and Manuals.

This 93-page book contains more than 1,900 of the most commonly-used die casting terms from abrade to zone and everything in-between. The definitions are presented in clear, easy-to-understand language and are cross-referenced where needed.
United States Government Manual: America's Official Government Handbook - Agencies of the Legislative, Judicial, and Executive Branches    by Progressive Management
Price: $5.99 USD. 168070 words. Language: English. Published on September 30, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Directories.

This ebook provides an excerpted reproduction of the U.S. Government Manual for 2009-2010. The official handbook of the Federal Government, it provides comprehensive information on agencies of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches. Descriptions include: purpose and role, a brief history, programs, Sources of Information section with contracts and grants, employment, publications, more.
The Man's Guide to Diamond Buying    by William Frederick
Price: $5.99 USD. 6260 words. Language: English. Published on September 29, 2010. Nonfiction » Weddings » Groom preparation.

This guide is designed to show you the practical way to buy the diamond with the most amount of sparkle for the least amount of money. You will learn how to find, compare, and negotiate for the best ring ever!!
Die Casting Shipment Report    by diecasting
Price: $9.99 USD. 3490 words. Language: English. Published on September 28, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Handbooks and Manuals.

The recently completed NADCA die casting census resulted in four reports of value to all North American die casting companies. Reading all four reports will provide the most current insight on the North American die casting industry and how to prioritize your marketing to the end-market segments served by the die casting industry.
Seize the (reenacting) Day!    by William J Watson
Price: $2.99 USD. 23560 words. Language: English. Published on September 26, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Handbooks and Manuals.

"Seize the Day!" contains a distillation of the best available practices now deployed by reenactors who want to get in the 1860s and stay there for the duration of an event. The book describes how any reenactor can easily live the life of a Civil War soldier, using the equipment and technology they used.
21st Century Essential Guide to Bed Bugs: Identification, Prevention, Control, and Eradication, Practical Information about Pesticides and Bedbugs, Public Health Policy and Medical Implications    by Progressive Management
Price: $7.99 USD. 29390 words. Language: English. Published on September 24, 2010. Nonfiction » Science and Nature » Biology.

Vital information about identification, prevention, control, and eradication of bed bugs, with authoritative information from the CDC, EPA, and NIH. Extensive material from EPA National Bed Bug Summit; CDC and EPA Control Statement; Top Ten Tips; practical information on getting rid of bed bugs; non-chemical control measures; biology.
21st Century Pocket Guide to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act - Your Right to Federal Government Records, Sample Request Letters    by Progressive Management
Price: $8.99 USD. 60520 words. Language: English. Published on September 23, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Consumer guides.

Vital information about requesting government records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act of 1974, with detailed sample request and appeal letters useful for any situation. FOIA Reference Guide, federal department and agency FOIA contacts, recent FOIA litigation, exemptions from disclosure, Your Right to Federal Records, and A Citizen's Guide on Using FOIA and Privacy Act.
Pocket Writing Tutor's Composing Essays on Climate Change    by Gray Scott
Price: $4.99 USD. 64390 words. Language: English. Published on September 17, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Writing skills.

Our guide offers student writers specific advice for essays on climate change and global warming. The book includes topic ideas; sample outlines; profiles of good sources with tips and links to help you find them; and pre-formatted citations for each source in MLA, APA, and Chicago style.
The Post-Bac Guidebook for Getting Into Medical School    by Jason Spears
Price: $24.99 USD. 22600 words. Language: English. Published on September 15, 2010. Nonfiction » Reference » Careers.

In one place discover the top post baccalaureate and master programs known for getting their students into medical school. As a premedical student your goal is to gain admission to medical school and you will be amazed at how this guide puts you one step closer to becoming a doctor. Get the "inside scoop" on each program: *Program Focus *Eligibility *Curriculum *Admissions *Deadlines