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7-STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL PAINTING by Brian Simons. http://www.briansimons.com/id14.html. briansimons@hotmail.com. http://www.briansimons.com 
"ISBN: 0-9737226-0-6
"7-STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL PAINTING" by Artist Brian Simons. A complete, 125-page, full-colour, ebook (PDF) Acrylic Painting Course. The course is based on the artists' highly successful weekend painting workshops in Victoria, B.C. Canada. NO DRAWING OR PAINTING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! FOR BOTH BEGINNER AND EXPERT ALIKE! CAN BE USED WITH OIL PAINTS! DOWNLOAD NOW FOR ONLY $29.95 can."
7-STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL PAINTING by Brian Simons. http://www.briansimons.com/book_thecoursebook.html. briansimons@hotmail.com. http://www.briansimons.com 
""7-STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL PAINTING" by Canadian Artist Brian Simons ISBN 0-9737226-0-6
A complete acrylic painting course based on the artist's highly successful acrylic painting workshops. NO PREVIOUS DRAWING OR PAINTING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!
The book is available in 3 format:
1)wire-bound, full colour glossy book
$79.95 (123 pages)
2)full colour pdf ebook 20MB file size
$29.95
3)condensed ebook (the 7 steps onl)
$13.95
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A French Bulldog For Every Season by Michele Copen. info@michelecopen.com. www.afrenchbulldogforeveryseason.com 
"A French Bulldog For Every Season, is a 256 page photography book about French Bulldogs. If you love French Bulldogs, this is a collector’s book you just can’t be without. This book includes captivating, candid photography that embraces all the unique and playful attributes that make the breed one of a kind.
"Michele Copen has perfectly captured the charm of the French Bulldog in this stunning book. The photographs, the captions – everything is wonderfully done and evokes such a range of emotion. — Kathy Dannel Vitcak, Jackpot! French Bulldogs"
A Wallowa County Sketchbook/50 Drawings by Gene Hayes by Eugene B. Hayes. Gene Hayes Gallery, P.O. Box 217, Wallowa, OR 97885. hayesart@hayesart.org. www.hayesart.org 
"Explore the natural beauty of Northeastern Oregon's majestic mountains and rugged canyons through the eyes of Gene Hayes, a native Oregonian. Hayes, surviving World War II only to lose his right hand in a feed mill accident, learned to use his left hand, becoming a prolific Western and wildlife artist. (Bear Creek Press, ISBN 1-930111-31-2, First Edition, softcover, B&W pencil sketches, 56 pages, $12.95 plus shipping)"
Aarseth's Rosemaling Design, Norwegian Rosemaling Telemark Style by Sigmund Aarseth & Diane Edwards. Diane Edwards, 3208 Snowbrush Place, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Diaedwards@cs.com. www.nordic-arts.com 
"First Edition, 10,000 in print. Beautiful book with 100 pages on 100 pound gloss paper. 62 color pages, step-by-step instructions in this beautiful art form by Norwegian artist, Sigmund Aarseth. Historically accurate information on Rosemaling and Norwegian antique Rosemaled pieces. Retail $29.95 with usual bookstore and distributor discounts."
Absolute Art by Andrew Kagan. 8356 Olive Boulevard. marketing@whgreen.com. www.whgreencom 
""In a series of essays the noted art historian examines absolute art from several aspects and offers penetrating and original insights into its origins, evolution, and significance. The contributions of Jackson Pollock, Morris Louis, Ksimir Malevich, and Robert Delaunay receive particular emphasis, but this work also probes the relationships between art and political freedon, while providing broad and engaging overviews of the entire history of art and style.""
Amaryllis of Hawaii by Marilyn Jansen. P. O. Box 278 Makawao, HI. 96768. marilyn@amaryllisofhawaii.com. www.amaryllisofhawaii.com 
"Amaryllis is all about a girl who was so taken by the beauty and the culture and the graciousness of the people of Hawaii, that she wanted to give something back. She expressed herself by writing, drawing, painting, sewing, cooking, gardening and learning all about the Hawaiian Arts.
She would help others by inspiring them to believe in themselves.
92 page Glossy hard covered jacketed book. 43 drawings of Hawaii for anyone to color and enjoy, Poetry is first in a series of how to make a dream come true!
By Marilyn Jansen
NEW CALENDAR OF EVENTS!
Meet the Author!
www.amaryllisofhawaii.com"
An Uncommon Life: Surviving The Loss Of A Gifted Child by Merry Rosenfield. The Magic Zoo,Inc., P.O. Box 1116, Clearwater, FL. 33757. merry@merryrosenfield.com. http://www.merryrosenfield.com 
"“Cedar was beautiful, multi-talented and extraordinarily funny. I anticipated sharing her life for years, eventually growing old and cantankerous under her watchful eye.”
"An Uncommon Life: Surviving the Loss of a Gifted Child" details the upbringing of young artist Cedar Rosenfield. From traveling across the country with her family in a laundry van as a toddler, to experience in drawing, dance, writing and theatre as a home-schooled child, Cedar’s life sprang from the fertile soil of a loving family.
In 1999, Cedar and her family learned of a heart condition that could suddenly take her life. But Cedar was unstoppable. The year before she passed away her screenplay was honored as a semi-finalist in HBO’s first Project Greenlight contest, she appeared as an actress in two independent films and created a children’s book.
Merry Rosenfield’s sensitive writing style combined with her daughter’s beautifully executed and often humorous illustrations creates a profoundly enjoyable read. "An Uncommon Life" is a touching window into the bond among a family of creative people forced to deal with unthinkable tragedy. It details how their individual spirits eventually triumph over grief—a powerful reminder that joyful lives can be rebuilt after an occurrence of devastating loss.
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Art Law Conversations: A Surprisingly Readable Guide for Visual Artists by Elizabeth T Russell. 402 Gammon Place, Suite 270, Madison, WI 53719. tsdams@rulypress.com. www.rulypress.com 
"Understandable discussions about copyright, trademark, contracts and other arts-related legal issues in short "conversations" liberally dosed with humor. Rated "Essential" by CHOICE magazine. (Ruly Press, ISBN 0976648008, $16.95, softcover, 127pp.)"
Art You Can Create That Makes Money by Philip Vickers. 181 Quail Ridge Ln. Sedona, AZ 86336. phil@sedona.net. www.sculptureunltd.com 
"This is a "How-To" book with information on WHAT to produce and HOW to reproduce it gleaned from 40 years experience in creating and selling sculpture to the public. Price:$14.95
1-520-282-4163"
Birds of The Caribbean by Lucy Baker. Nautilus Publishing Company 1007 Coral Court, Boynton Beach, FL 33426. xnadu@bellsouth.net. 
"My little best Seller. Ordered regularly by Barnes and Noble and Amazon along with my cookbook, "Chez Lucy," "In Six MOnths You Get Bananas," "MIracles," "Treating Ailments With Plants and Herbs."
Dan Poynter is the Guru of self -Publishing, an invaluable aid to all writers and publishers.
Lucy Baker
ph/fax: 561 733 2920 "
Brother Bird, Sister Blossom: Meanderings of a Franciscan Taoist by Richard Shiningthunder Francis. 5100 Liberty-Fairfield Rd, Liberty Township, Ohio 45011. rmfrancis@juno.com. www.loveministries.org
Cat Tales by Linda A. Richardson. 4221 Twilight Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34746. linda_barrick@hotmail.com. www.ArtistryandMore.com 
"64 pages; digest size paperback; 2500 in print: Each painting or drawing amusingly reflects a different aspect of feline personalities and all sorts of mischief. "
Coit Tower San Francisco: Its History and Art by Masha Zakheim. P.O. Box 270, Volcano, CA 95689. sales@volcanopress.com. volcanopress.com 
"An updated release, first published in 1983, includes newly discovered information. A must have book for historians, aficionados of PWAP/New Deal Art, and students of art history. Includes over 100 color photos of 26 artists' murals. Author Masha Zakheim interviewed many of the artists in the 1970's--all who are gone now, making this book a stand-alone connection with the past. $27.95,trade paperback, 9"x10" Trim size "
Coloring Pads for the Phone by Jan Cooper. Creativity@softcom.com. 
"Just wanted to thank you again for all you have done."
Decorating book by Keivin Mc Cloud. No76,Mohanna,Koushk Taghavi St.,Ferdowsi Sq.,Tehran 1145674763, IRAN. ahakopians4@yahoo.com. - 
"Dear Sir/Madam
I would like to reacive the compleat decorating book of Kevin Mc Cloud, if possible. Thank you in advanced.
Best Regards
Aida Hakopians"
Exploring Jessica/An Artistic Exploration of One Female Form by Gary D Melton. orders@goofyrooster-publishing.com. http://www.goofyrooster-publishing.com 
"Standard and Deluxe Editions"
Film & Art by Bruce H. Hinrichs. www.jpresspublishing.com. sjackso@ties.k12.mn.us. www.jpresspublishing.com 
"A provocative look at cinema and its connection to the arts. Includes a discussion of influential films and extensive lists of American and foreign films."
Healing by HIS Design by Jan Small. 40167 Blanchard St, Fremont, CA 94538. jan@jansmall.com. http://www.jansmall.com 
"Healing By HIS Design is a workbook that guides you through a process of designing your feelings, understanding them, and giving them to God to heal. No art experience is required to do the lessons. It is a fun, enlightening, positive and creative way to better understand yourself."
In My Book cards -- buy them at our secure on-line store order@inmybook.com. info@inmybook.com. www.inmybook.net 
"Now you can buy IN MY BOOK cards without visiting a brick & mortar store...securely on-line at https://store.inmybook.net
Fifteen literary-oriented styles, great for all of your book-loving associates."
In The Quilting Tradition by Vickie M.Oliver-Lawson. Vickie M.Oliver-Lawson,PO Box 67427 Baltimore,MD. vpoetess@aol.com. http://www.authorsden.com/vickiemoliverlawson 
"Title: In the Quilting Tradition
Author: Vickie M.Oliver-Lawson
Type: Non-Fiction
Publisher: Poeticjava Publishing
Copyright: 2005
Price: $15.00
ISBN# 0-9755360-4-4
In the Quilting Tradition ( is a story about the interaction between a young man and his grandmother as she tells him about the tradition of quilting from an African perspective) released in 2005 and published by Poeticjava Publishing. It is written by Vickie M.Oliver-Lawson.
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Intimate Landscape: A New Look at the Origins of the American Barbizon Movement by Estelle Riback. Order Dept. 155 Cypress Street Fort Bragg, CA 95437. bookorders@cypresshouse.com. www.cypresshouse.com 
"BAIPA 2005 Bronze Award
BAIPA 2005 Best Interior Design Award
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Masks: Faces of the Pacific by DNA Productions Inc. 1-800-797-3303 ext 221. info@dnamedia.com. www.dnamedia.com 
"A MAC/Windows CD-ROM; Masks of five cultures come to life in this rich, award-winning, interactive CD-ROM. Visit a Yupik qasqiq in Western Alaska or a Kwakwaka'wakw big house in British Columbia; explore a haus tambaran on the sepik River and discover the malagan rituals of New Ireland in remote Papua New Guinea; or enter the ancient traditions of the Japanese Noh theatre and Bali's dance drama."
Mourning in New York by Don Vallere. www.vallere.com/free.html. vallere@verizon.net. 
"You can think of this as a very small book or as a trading card (which it is). I think this could be an alternate to postcards for book promotions. It's a lot cheaper."
Music Universe, Music Mind: Revisiting the Creative Music Studio, Woodstock, New York by Robert E. Sweet. P.O. Box 2767 Ann Arbor MI 48106. bsweet@umich.edu. http://www.arborville.com 
"The only full-length account of the 20th century's premier study center for creative music. A must read for anyone interested in the birth of world music and the history of improvised-music traditions."
Nine Women Revealed/Intimate Revelations of Nine Real Women in Images and Words by Gary D Melton. orders@goofyrooster-publishing.com. http://www.goofyrooster-publishing.com 
"Standard and Deluxe Editions"
Open Your Heart with Art: Mastering Life through Love of Everyday Creativity by David Wilson. Ingram, Baker & Taylor, etc. or email us. orders@dreamtimepublishing.com. www.dreamtimepublishing.com 
"Art: Not just for museums anymore. See how you can create beautiful things for your life and experience whole new worlds opening up for you. Self-help doesn't have to be a struggle once you recognize your favorite sports and hobbies can guide you to a better life."
Ralph's Universe/Fantasy/Art/Poetry by Th.Trkstar. 2929 Haines Road,Lapeer,MI 48446. greggarb2@mindspring.com. gregsuniverse.com (bookzone) 
"Hello and Thank you Dan!The Self-Publishing Manual 20th Edition has been very valuable and easily read.I use it as a Best reference for those who inquire about publishing information.
Revolving and evolving through Ralph's Universe centers upon reader entrance and motion.Accompaniment of an assorted array of forty seven short poems blend natural dscription, onder, uriosity, onscious observation,resilience of mood,and humor in a warm gradual progression by Th.Trkstar.There are five Black and White detailed illustrations.In an unusual coordination between original artist Ralph Brackett with fantasy colormaster Th. Trkstar a beautiful crafted colorization takes place.Although a small book it is good for the reader to realize that he or she is moving through a Universe and there are many things to do. "
Recollections from My Time in the Indian Service 1935-1943/Maria Martinez Makes Pottery by Alfreda Ward Maloof. Living Gold Press, POB 2, Klamath River, CA 96050. jandk@livinggoldpress.com. www.livinggoldpress.com 
"Unique slice of New Mexico Pueblo Indian life told from the perspective of their young Anglo teacher. Includes the primer she wrote about famous potter Maria Martinez. Vintage photos. "
Reforming the Potter's Clay by Donald James Parker. scaramouche9999@yahoo.com. http://donaldJamesParker.com
Revelation Illustrated by Jan Small. 40167 Blanchard St, Fremont, CA 94538-2805. jan@jansmall.com. http://www.jansmall.com 
"Revelation Illustrated contains the scriptures of The Book of Revelation with paintings and stories about the paintings. Revelation Illustrated took 19 years to paint and 5 years to write.
First Edition, 1000 in print. Hard bound, 168 pages all in full color. 400 illustrations from 200 paintings."
Sculpting 101 by Lynda Sappington. Whimsy Hill Publishing, 15401 Eaton Pike, West Alexandria OH 45381-9610. Lynda@whimsyhill.com. www.whimsyhill.com 
"This is the Second Edition of "Sculpting 101." The book has been completely revised and includes an updated suppliers list. Two additional chapters cover how to create a carriage for sculpture and how to ship raw clay pieces to the foundry. The book covers everything from armatures to base design to the specific terminology used in a foundry. It is geared toward beginning to intermediate sculptors and has an emphasis on sculpting horses."
The Complete Guide To New York Art Galleries 6th Edition by Renee Phillips. Manhattan Arts International, 200 East 72 Street, NYC, NY 10021. info@ManhattanArts.com. www.ManhattanArts.com 
"New and Revised 6th Edition. Praised by the art community as "The only comprehensive resource of its kind." It includes more than 1,000 detailed profiles of New York City galleries, museums, alternative exhibition spaces, private dealers, artists' studios and corporate art buyers. For artists, collectors, art gallery browsers, residents and tourists alike. "
The Little Book About Pastel by Suzanne Blaney. 1250 Grizzly Flat Ct., Auburn CA 95603. zanne@inreach.com. www.suzanneblaney.com 
"Concise and descriptive, the author offers a wealth of information gleaned from many years of pastel painting experience. Also, five internationally prominent Master and Distinguished Pastellists, in individual chapters, share their expertise and approaches to their favorite subjects. 16 Color plates, 52 B&W illustrations"
The Myth Stimuli by Tonelius Oliver. http://www.lulu.com/content/260988. tonpoet40@yahoo.com. http://www.lulu.com/content/260988 
"The Myth Stimuli is a visual collection of poems and paintings that will reveal many hidden mysteries. It's an insightful voyage through the numerous levels and layers of the human experience. Take a trip through your subconscious you might be surprised at what you might find."
The Myth Stimuli by Tonelius Oliver. tonpoet40@yahoo.com. http://www.lulu.com/content/260988 
"The Myth Stimuli is a visual collection of poems and paintings that will reveal many hidden mysteries. It's an insightful voyage through the numerous levels and layers of the human experience. Take a trip through your subconscious you might be surprised at what you might find."
The Sculpted Horse by Lynda Sappington. Whimsy Hill Studio, 15401 Eaton Pike, West Alexandria OH 45381-9610. book@thesculptedhorse.com. www.thesculptedhorse.com 
"Covering everything from armatures to bases and foundries, plus how to sculpt in three media (water-based clay, polymer clay and plastilene), this book contains information of use to both the novice and the professional sculptor. Appendices include a sample measurement chart for sculpting horses, a list of suppliers, and picture essays on how bronze is cast and on two methods of pouring bronze.
Thanks, Dan, for your marvelous Self-Publishing book that walked me through the process! "
UTU - 3D artworks (stereograms) by Marcel J. Gosselin. mozes@mozes.ca. mozes@mozes.ca. www.mozes.ca 
"UTU - Art Stereogram book by Canadian artist Marcel J. Gosselin.
Sixty-four pages with 60 colour plates of fascinating scenes from the artist's imagination.
$17.95 plus shipping. Visit www.mozes.ca
Bilingual text: English and French
1000 printed by Spire Inc., Manitoba, Canada.
Back panel text:
Marcel Gosselin is a graduate of the School of Fine Arts at the University of Manitoba, and the recipient of a number of Canada Council and Manitoba Arts Council grants. He has participated in numerous solo and group shows in Canada and overseas. His work is featured in public and private collections.
Marcel Gosselin has worked as a visual artist since 1967. As a sculptor he uses the stereogram to shape and define the spaces of his imaginary worlds. UTU is a book that invites the viewer to see beyond the page through the artist's eye to where thoughts and stereo images collide.
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Visions of Beauty II/Images of 12 Figure Models by Gary D Melton. orders@goofyrooster-publishing.com. http://www.goofyrooster-publishing.com 
"Standard and Deluxe Editions"
Written in The Stars: Ancient Zodiac Mosaics by Lester Ness. #3 Coburn Hill Road, Warren Center PA 18851-0065. gosline@egypt.net. http://shangri-la.0catch.com 
" Have you ever looked up at the stars on a clear night and wondered about them? One need not believe in astrology to see that others believe(d) and act(ed) on their belief. As Bouche-Leclercq says, "it is not a waste of time to study how others have wasted their time."
Dr. Lester Ness has devoted his academic career to the study of ancient astrology. He is a leading scholar in his field. The goal of this particular work is to solve why zodiac mosaics appear in Israeli synagogues. More broadly, it explains how and why Hellenic Jews used astrology. This volume explores origins of synagogue mosaics and provides useful information concerning astrology around the world.
This book also provides a guide to the history of astrology; nearly unique, of the thousands of titles published each year on astrology, few are concerned with astrological history. The common reference works on occult practices are not reliable for history. Beginning with research the author did on his doctoral dissertation, zodiac mosaics found in ancient Israeli synagogues, it then reflects interests in religious and artistic aspects of astrology; culminating with a reference work aimed at students and educated lay folk alike.
ISBN 0-9677201-1-7
$39.50 Cloth Bound
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Xenophilia by Robin Sathoff. Nonetheless Press, 20332 W. 98th St., Lenexa, KS 66220. sales@nonethelesspress.com. http://www.nonethelesspress.com 
""Xenopilia" (the love of things foreign or different) was created with a ballpoint pen as the author-artist backpacked through England, India, Kashmir, and Nepal. While the images reflect the places in which they were drawn, the trip itself was inspired by simple necessity...
These 100 images appear as they did in the original sketchbook, drawn from front to back and then back to front again, in ballpoint pen. The original has survived monsoons, sand, revolutions, monkeys, and spillage before languishing on [the author's] bookshelf for over a year.
Readers' Comments:
"Incredibly powerful and moving..."
"...the feel of authenticity and spiritual truth..."
"...an incredible piece of work."
"Powerful stuff."
First Edition
3,000 copies
1-877-250-BOOK (2665) Toll-free ordering"
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