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Children's book publishing is one of the most difficult fields of publishing for new authors to get into. "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Publishing Children's Books" gives potential authors tips, inside information, and detailed instructions for everything from how to prepare a proposal to how to get an agent. Detailing the differences between picture books, juvenile fiction, and the young adult novel, the book also covers branding, series, and licensing, discusses writing styles and character development, and explains forming illustrator partnerships.

Here is the ultimate reference for fitting test garments and transferring accurate adjustments to patterns! No matter what size or shape you are, wearing garments that fit perfectly makes you look and feel better. Rather than making commonly accepted changes to a commercial pattern, the method presented in this guide focuses on the way a test garment fits the body. The fabric is manipulated to improve the fit, and then those specific changes are made to the pattern. The result: patterns that fit perfectly!With The Complete Photo Guide to Perfect Fitting, you'll learn:- The importance of a fitting axis and how to use it during a fitting- How to recognize fitting issues, such as drag lines and folds- How to manipulate fabric to solve common and unusual fitting problems- How to transfer the fitting changes to your pattern easily- Basic pattern-making skills to ensure accurate alterationsSee the fitting process from start to finish on basic garments, fitted on real people. Then follow fitting solutions on different body types. The lessons you learn will help you fit any body.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Online Investing, Second Edition provides an easy to understand book on the basics of investing and computing, researching your options online and using the Internet for your portfolio management. Each chapter contains information about the Internet and how to best use it and how to find discussion groups and research sites for Investment topics including personal finance basics, investment basics, retirement planning online, college planning online, research and strategies for online investing in funds, researching stocks online, and strategies for stocks including online trading. Also included is information on day trading, bonds and bond strategy, portfolio management software, and more.

The huge increase in the popularity of fishing around the globe today, plus the recent burst of technical improvements in fishing equipment calls for a comprehensive resource. Mason Crest Publishing presents a stunningly beautiful series for both beginners and seasoned fisherman. Myriad topics are covered, from the anatomy of the fish to flyfishing to effective tackle accessories to rod building and even cooking the perfect fish. A select group of renowned authors, fishing experts, photographers, and illustrators have collaborated on this ultimate reference series on fishing.

Teens generally volunteer their time because they want to-- even with high school and college requirements. But teen idealism, joined with youthful energy and enthusiasm, often isn't enough to make volunteering the best experience possible. Teens (and their parents) often need guidance. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Volunteering for Teens features tips and advice for finding out what's available, how to find the opportunities, what will be expected and what are the next steps if volunteering becomes more than a part-time activity.