Sociological Theory – A Contemporary View: How to Read, Criticize and Do Theory    by Neil J. Smelser
Price: $9.99 USD. 51700 words. Published by Quid Pro Books on January 31, 2011. .
A pithy, clear guide to creating and evaluating theory in the social sciences. Using a simple model of theory assessment--and applying it in depth to foundational and still-relevant social and economic theorists such as Durkheim, Marx and Parsons--Dr. Smelser shows the way to a better understanding of what social theory is supposed to accomplish and how to read it critically. New Introductions.

Theory of Collective Behavior    by Neil J. Smelser
Price: $9.99 USD. 201480 words. Published by Quid Pro Books on August 21, 2011. .
A modern edition of a sociological and social psychology classic, adding a reflective new Preface by the author--plus an extensive, analytical 2011 Foreword by MIT's Gary Marx. Marx notes, "The book is elegant, original, carefully crafted and forcefully argued. In its totality, it is a fine example of an effort to define a field, identify major types and systematically connect central variables."

Christmas Masquerade    by Michele Ann Young
Price: $0.99 USD. 8530 words. Published by Highland Press Publishing on October 1, 2012. .
Regency Short - The Earl of Dart had no use for Christmas so sequestered himself at his gamekeeper's cottage. Seeing a vision coming thru the blowing snow he first thought he'd died and gone to heaven. More likely she was just another damsel looking to ensnare him in a parson's mousetrap. But maybe she really didn't know who he was. On the other hand wouldn't he be surprised to learn who she was?

Social Truths    by Dan Brook
Price: $1.99 USD. 3620 words. Published on October 5, 2012. .
Social Truths is about better understanding society to better understand ourselves. This book lays out a buffet of sociological nuggets about society, allowing you to take in deep concepts in bite-sized ways that are easily digestible and surprisingly delicious. Bon appetit!