Whether you call it "grilling" or "barbecuing," outdoor cooking is an affordable, convenient, and satisfying way to entertain at home. With approximately 100 delicious recipes and dozens of eye-poppin
Presents a guide to world history that discusses major events from the beginning of civilization to the twenty-first century, including the birth of early cultures, the rise of major religions, and th
Idiot's Guides: Beginning Investing helps the new investor understand all of the most common investment options, how to choose the right ones for your needs and goals, and how to increase your chances
Foraged delicacies have become the latest foodie obsession. Wild edibles collected by professional foragers are proliferating on the plates of top-tier restaurants because they offer novel and ultra-f
Idiot's Guides: Basic Math and Pre-Algebra helps readers get up to speed and relearn the primary concepts of mathematics, geometry, and pre-algebra. Content includes basic math operations (addition, s
Choosing a beer is no longer a simple process, as the beverage has gone from a world of relatively small offerings from major brewers to a universe of hundreds of unique styles from around the world.
Now with helpful audio examples available online, Idiot's Guides: Singing, Second Edition, is a fast-track approach to improving vocal technique, including solo, ensemble, and sight singing. Filled wi
Geared for the baking beginner, Idiot's Guides: Baking offers a step-by-step, full-color tutorial on cooking basics, conversion information, substitution options (including gluten-free), and dozens of
Idiot's Guides: The Cosmos is a fascinating and easy-to-understand exploration of the universe. Dozens of stunning, full-color photos highlight the latest discoveries and beauty of space, including th
The easy-to-use convenience of a slow cooker doesn't have to be dull and tasteless. Featuring more than 120 fantastic, easy-to-fix, and internationally-minded recipes, Idiot's Guides: Slow Cooker Cook
Each book offers a complete overview of a particular topic--along with call-out boxes highlighting definitions, insights and more; appendices; and an index--in a series designed for smart and curious
Cooking is an art and knowing how to master the many skills and techniques that normally only come from years of experience in the kitchen can be tough. However, with the right expert guidance, those
Physics can be a complex and intimidating subject. Idiot's Guides: Physics breaks down the complex topics of physics and makes them easy to understand. Readers will learn from numerous examples and pr
The cosmetics industry rakes in a whopping $42 billion annually and for good reason. Women love how makeup can make facial features pop and can hide flaws.Idiot's Guides: Everyday Makeup Secrets shows
Pressure cookers have been around for generations, but are now making a big comeback. Not to be confused with a pressure canner, the modern pressure cooker can be an automated all-in-one device or a s
Stitching a sweater is a rite of passage for knitters. It means your skills are advanced enough that you can read and follow a pattern, understand the shaping and sizing involved, and have the stamina
The good, the bad, and the ugly behind the NWO. The "New World Order" (NWO) is a conspiracy theory; describing the evolution, or existence of one-world government administered by the powerful elite
Gardening has "grown" to be more popular than ever. Idiot's Guides: Straw Bale Gardening features a great way to grow vegetables — even when space is limited. Hundreds of helpful, st
Explains how to improve overall well-being by making better nutritional and lifestyle choices, which will improve the health of the digestive system, with advice on boosting good gut bacteria and safe