Frequently Asked Questions-Answered! Part game book, part trivia book, and part information resource, this guide includes over 1,000 amusing, interesting questions (and their answers, of course) about hundreds of popular subjects-from history to sports, business to science, movies to art, literature to comic books. * Over 1,000 questions and answers organized by subject matter * Easy-to-use, portable format-perfect for car trips * A great little gift book for trivia lovers

Whether the occasion is a sit-down dinner for four or a surprise party for 400, these authors are on the ready with terrific suggestions and step-by-step instructions on everything from planning the menu to shopping, cooking, and even cleaning up. With tips on party themes, humorous ice-breakers, buying or renting equipment, creating invitations, and more, this is the perfect book for th novice host or seasoned veteran.

The perfect family getaway is closer than you think. This easy-to-use, affordable guide helps parents transform their own backyards into unforgettable family escapes-from insect safaris to sports camps, artist colonies to pet parades and block parties. * Great activities for kids of all ages-can be adapted for use by camp counselors, Scout and other group leaders, teachers, day-care workers, and home-schooling parents * Provides the perfect alternative to vacations plagued by high gas prices, flight cancellations, and budgetary constraints * Goes beyond the literal backyard to include other close-to-home adventures

The art of "bellyspeaking" isn't for dummies The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Ventriloquism teaches everyone to speak from their bellies, create and substitute sounds, use all the registers of their voice, and create diversions to attract the listener's ear—whether they invest in a fancy puppet or create their own figure out of a sweat sock. • Includes tips for making, manipulating, and talking with their dummy and for it—both at the same time • Advice for getting an act together and taking it on the road-getting gigs, getting paid, and how to improve performances • How to write dialogue and jokes and rehearsal techniques

Practical and entertaining, this complete, step-by-step guide to fun and funny tricks you can teach your dog also includes chapters on how to get involved in organized activities you both can enjoy, including agility competitions, tracking and herding, and formal dog shows. A quickie guide which tells what to do in case of canine athletic injuries is included. Line drawings.

You're no idiot, of course. You know that a full house beats a pair of kings and 21 is the magic number in blackjack. But when you enter a casino, you feel like a vacuum hose is going to suck money right out of your wallet. Don't cash in your chips just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Gambling Like a Pro, Second Edition explains all the games and strategies, so you have a better chance at beating the odds.

Props to the proper! An updated and revised guide to good manners, politeness, and professionalism from one of the most civilized women on the planet, this book outlines the importance of etiquette in such social and personal situations as ending a relationship, asking forgiveness, and saying no. This revised edition features updated information on business etiquette, workplace clothing trends, and e-mail and cell phone etiquette, along with new tips on stress and travel in a post-9/11 world. Help on maintaining etiquette when dealing with gay marriages; adoptions, and blended families. Appeals to a variety of audiences, including twenty-somethings, who are entering the workplace, buying homes and entertaining. Text has been reorganized for easier reading and reference.

In this mouth-watering guide, award-winning chef and author Leslie Bilderback serves up a hearty helping of soul-soothing, tasty dishes that curb the craving for comfort food. From casseroles to cookies, more than 300 recipes will tempt you with the family favorites you remember from the past-and will want to share with the next generation. -Each recipe includes an icon for quick reference to help you decide which dishes best fit the occasion -Great for autumn and winter cooking

No more burnt offerings! Whether it’s nachos or crock-pot kielbasa, a party, something quick for the kids’ lunch, a romantic date night, or dinner-for-one, this guy-friendly cookbook features over 230 real-food recipes for everything from vegetables, pasta, and desserts, to leftovers, appetizers, and grilling. Instead of relying on shortcuts, canned food, or unhealthy processed ingredients, it pares down complex cooking instructions, explains basic cooking terms, figures in prep time and cook time, and allots larger portion sizes. • Notes high-salt or high-cholesterol recipes. • Includes more than 230 recipes. • Provides special tips, advice, and recipe construction for beginners, plus bigger portion sizes for hungry men.

You're no idiot, of course. You know that life isn't like an old sitcom, when TV dad's like Mike Brady or Ward Cleaver always had just the right answer for Greg, Marcia, or the Beaver. But when it comes to earning the title 'World's Greatest Dad', you feel like you're always going to be more like the father from 'Married With Children' than the one from 'Father Knows Best'. Don't retire your cardigan just yet! 'The Complete Idiot's Guide to Fatherhood' answers all the questions any expecting new, or veteran father could have on topics ranging from communication and ground rules to privileges and punishment. In this 'Complete Idiot's Guide', you get: -Commonsense advice from a veteran dad on how to strike a loving but firm balance. -Practical tips on helping your spouse during pregnancy. -Useful instruction on care and handling of a newborn and a toddler. -Smart strategies for keeping your kids safe (and yourself sane) in the turbulent adolsescent years.