books about: commonsense     books:       The Conscientious Marine Aquarist: A Commonsense Handbook for Successful Saltwater Hobbyists71 reviews Robert M. Fenner TFH Publications, 1997 A good foundation. I have been keeping a marine tank for less than 1 year. I got tired of just using the internet for all my knowledge-base of marine aquariums; spending many hours digging through all the forums for whatever current problem/issue i had, reading so many conflicting opinions and answers from 'experts', and often ending up at least as confused as when i began. So I bought this book, read it, and ...             You Can Feel Good Again: Common-Sense Strategies for Releasing Unhappiness and Changing Your Life18 reviews Richard Carlson Plume, 1994 Read this book and keep on re-reading it Dr Carlson has written many self-help books aimed at helping us to find the stable state of happiness that naturally exists within us all. He has now written this book specifically for those of us who suffer from depression. The book contains practical truths that are so obvious that most of us miss them or at least bypass them in the rush of our everyday lives. If you are suffering from ...             Naturally Healthy Babies and Children: A Commonsense Guide to Herbal Remedies, Nutrition, and Health9 reviews Aviva Jill Romm Ten Speed Press, 2003 Great Book for the New Mother This book has been an awsome reference. When my son gets a fever they go high. I didn't like always giving tylenol. Aviva gives great ideas for this and so much more. I have looked up so many ailments for my kids, but just as much for friends that I have told about the book. She gives advice on most of the common illnesses, including a breif summary, causes, symptoms, dietary ...             The Wealthy Barber23 reviews David Chilton Prima Lifestyles, 1995 It's Time to Re-Discover Common Sense! Get rich schemes are out of control today. Beyond the schemes, many people seem to use the lottery their own personal retirement plan. This is not a get rich quick book, but a common sense guide to becoming wealthy over time. Told though thoughts of a "wealthy barber," this book goes back to basics to teach wise saving and investing techniques. It also reinforces ideas that many have ...             The Complete Professional Audition: A Commonsense Guide To Auditioning For Musicals and Plays8 reviews Daren Cohen, Michael Perilstein Back Stage Books, 2005 Simply invaluable Actors, whether seasoned or new, who regularly audition for musicals and plays should not omit taking at least a peek at the advice in The Complete Professional Audition: A Commonsense Guide To Auditioning For Musicals And Plays: it's a 'must' for would-be pros and provides an edge over the competition in both musical theater and regular play auditions, from locating the right music or monologue ...             Uncommon Fruits & Vegetables : A Commonsense Guide8 reviews Elizabeth Schneider William Morrow Cookbooks, 1998 Great book, but look into buying her brand new book first I have an earlier edition of this book, and have really enjoyed using it. It includes background and the author's commentary on each fruit or vegetable (and, as one of the authors notes, not your "garden variety" fruit and vegetables, but unusual things like kumquats and quince that those of us who grew up on iceberg lettuce may not have encountered.) She also includes a sampling of recipes for ...             Running for Mortals: A Commonsense Plan for Changing Your Life With Running12 reviews John Bingham, Jenny Hadfield Rodale Books, 2007 Good book unless you have read Marathoning for Mortals I started out reading Marathoning for Mortals since it was available at the local library for free. When I decided I was not ready for a whole or even half marathon I stepped up by buying this book. There is several pieces of similar information in both books. That being said it is very inspirational and the training programs in the back seem achivable for everyone from my mother-in-law to my now ...             Managing by the Numbers: A Commonsense Guide to Understanding and Using Your Company's Financials An ...17 reviews Chuck; Case, John; Rizzuto, Ron Kremer Perseus Books, 2000 READ it Or lead your business to a financial disaster This is an amazing little book. It teaches you the most important financial aspects that you need to know to run your business. I've always dream of starting my own business, and one of the things that was holding me back, was not knowing enough about business finance. I tell you, now I'm very confident and excited. If you own a business or starting one, Please, Please, Please do yourself a favor ...             The Good House Book: A Common-Sense Guide to Alternative Homebuilding Solar * Straw Bale * Cob * Adobe * ...8 reviews Clarke Snell Lark Books, 2004 Tremendous book Very comprehensive book which expertly and clearly details the differences between natural/sustainable methods and ideas versus conventional methods. The book makes an incredible cases for natural building and the philosophy of sustainability. After reading this book its hard to understand why you wouldn't want to build a house this way. On a personal note, this book has been inspirational to me ...             Small Unit Leadership: A Commonsense Approach22 reviews Dandridge M. Malone Presidio Press, 1983 Well written I am thoroughly satisfied with this book. Despite any descriptions that claim it is useful to civilian leaders I find that unlikely. The author even spends time in the first chapter to describe how very little of its contents are useful to civilian leaders and why. If you are interested in military leadership it is an excellent book. Though written by an Army Colonel who speaks specifically ...             A Commonsense Guide to Your 401(k) (Bloomberg Personal Bookshelf (Hardcover))6 reviews Mary Rowland Bloomberg Press, 1999 Great help with financial planning whether you are 22 or 62 Ms. Rowland does a great job answering just about every question imaginable when it comes to dealing with your 401K plan. There is advice for getting started,switching jobs, planning beneficiaries, actually retiring, taking loans out against your 401k...everything. The book is written in a series of 2 page articles she lists as "steps" so if you want to skip around you can. While a little of ...             Real Owls Don't Bark: Commonsense Lessons of Ordinary Life4 reviews Paul Heagen iUniverse, Inc., 2005 All Emotions are Felt through these Real Life Experiences What an array of emotions I felt when reading the different life stories of Paul Heagen. And the way he intertwined these life experiences into business situations was very thought provoking. The story of his Uncle Ray was one of the most eye opening and sad stories I've read, but truly makes one think of how they deal with all people on a day to day basis. Short stories with a big impact.             Cooking a Commonsense Guide5 reviews Whitecap Books Whitecap Books Ltd Excellent Cookbook I own almost 500 cookbooks, and this book is by far my favorite. Usually, when I try cookbooks, where is always good, fair, and awful recipes, but not this book. Every recipe I tryed was either excellent or very good. I highly recommend this book. Also good for beginner cooks.             Defensive Use of Firearms: A Common-Sense Guide to Awareness, Mental Preparedness, Tactics, Skills, and ...4 reviews Stephen P. Wenger Paladin Press, 2005 READ THIS BOOK FIRST! Many of life's pleasures are dubbed "fun for the entire family." Sure. How many really are? Likewise, just about every gun book is advertised as ideal for the beginner but also containing material for the advanced shooter. How many times have we read that? So let's be clear--THE DEFENSIVE USE OF FIREARMS is an excellent book for beginners, but it does indeed contain pointers and insights ...             Common-Sense Pest Control: Least-Toxic Solutions for Your Home, Garden, Pets and Community5 reviews William Olkowski Taunton, 1991 Essential reference for any home owner or renter. A detailed, well-indexed reference dealing with pests from lice to rats. This is a how-to book as well as a general reference, and although Common-Sense Pest Control is not always the most pleasant reading, it is a godsend to anyone in the trenches. The authors approach is scientific and non-alarmist, with an emphasis on least-toxic solutions. Excellent illustrations. An example of their style: ...             Uncommon Commonsense Steps to Super Wealth--Your (Hero's) Journey6 reviews Andrew, I Weeraratne Passerelle Corp, 2007 A guide to super wealth This book is an excellent source on how to prepare oneself to approach living their life to become successful in business as well as a guide to becoming super wealthy. The book is insightful and provides numerous real world examples to demonstrate how other people have accomplished super wealth. It was thought provoking and it provided me with valuable ideas in my own business. This book can be ...             Mini Marketing: The New Common-Sense Low-Cost Approach for Selling Yourself, Your Products, and Your Services5 reviews Ron King Pelican Publishing Company, 2002 So good I'd use it to teach a class! This book is full of fun and informative exercises, cartoons, charts, checklists, boxes, little asides, and surveys presented in an easy-to-read format. If I ever decide to teach a marketing class I'm going to use this book as the text. The content is good; in some places it's excellent. Two excellent worksheets focus on charting who your customers are & where your sources of business come ...             Don't Be Afraid To Discipline: The Commonsense Program for Low-Stress Parenting That *Improves Kids' Behavior ...6 reviews Ruth Peters St. Martin's Press, 1998 THIS BOOK CHANGED OUR LIVES! A must-read for all parents I am the mother of a nine year old boy and a six year old girl that were beginning to take control of the house. I tried everything, but nothing stuck. Don't Be Afraid to Discipline really works! It is easy to implement and can be tailored to any family's special needs. Friends and teachers have been so impressed by the change in my children that they have all requested the title of ...             Commonsense Direct & Digital Marketing5 reviews Drayton Bird Kogan Page, 2007 This is it! Everything you need to know about the business This book contains all of the information you need to know about direct marketing. It puts aside the myth regarding the 1-2% return on mailings. I had no idea that a 50% return was possible! The book is full of proven advice and tips; planning, list selection, the offer, pricing...it goes on and on. Reading it from cover to cover gave me the information necessary to execute my own mailing which ...             Childhood Illness:Commonsense4 reviews Jack G. Shiller HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, 1983 A prescription for peace of mind. Doctor Shiller's common sense advice kept me calm through many bouts of illness with my three children. Now I'm buying it for them to use as they raise our grandchildren.              search for books alternative, auditioning, bloomberg, businesses, childhood, common-sense, commonsense, community, conscientious, discipline, equipment, financials, homebuilding, leadership, least-toxic, low-stress, marketing, nutrition, parenting, preparedness, professional, relationship, releasing, saltwater, solutions, strategies, successful, understanding, unhappiness, vegetables books:    Kindle - Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device This is the future of book reading. I have used it and love it! randomly chosen book: Thicker Than Water: A Kit O'Malley Mystery (Kit O'Malley Mystery Series) home  impressum - about us