A guide to drawing Manga-style comic book art. It explains how to draw fantasy robots, monsters, mythical animals and other characters that are part of this Japanese genre. The author covers both young and more mature styles of Manga art and includes art from some top-rated Manga artists.

First published in 1884, this remarkable volume is an exhaustive resource on virtually all forms of needlework, from crochet to macrame. It's a must-have for needlecrafters interested in rediscovering old-world techniques, as well as for anyone looking for a review of basic sewing skills and easy-to-follow, diagrammed directions.

The perfect cocktail of Swiss Finishing School and DIY manual blended by a girl who knows how to use a screwdriver AND keep her seams straight.

'The Klutz Book of Knots' is no ordinary 'all-you-can-do-is-read-it' book. Each copy comes complete with five feet of nylon cord, an absolutely foolproof connect-the-dots system that creates a unique gift, an intriguing puzzle, a practical tool and an entertaining book. Comes complete with five feet of nylon cord knotted on the cover. AVAILABLE NOW.

If you like to tweak, disassemble, re-create, and invent cool new uses for technology from home entertainment systems to in-car computers, 'MAKE', combines the unexpectedness and visual appeal of a magazine with the permanence and the in-depth instructiveness of a how-to book.

This work is a comprehensive guide to all aspects of seamanship from the simplest ABCs to the most advanced skills and latest electronics.

The third revised edition of this guide to writing and selling screenplays, teleplays, theatrical plays, radio scripts and animation scripts. Topics covered include: how to structure scripts; how to lay them out; a guide to industry terminology. Includes the complete shooting script for 'The Coming of Shadows' from Babylon 5.

The magical qualities of three-dimensional and moving books have universal appeal, and this clear, practical guide to the craft covers the most basic techniques, one-piece and multi-piece designs, for all levels of artist, from the home hobbyists to professional graphic designers and architects.

This photography guide initially discusses light, film and exposure. A discussion of the zone system follows, in which the author had a pioneering role. Chapters are also included on natural and artificial light, the darkroom and its equipment, and techniques for developing the negative.

Excellent book with practical guidelines to help parents deal with children who don't listen.

Offers information that a beginning or intermediate guitarist needs to know. This book helps you learn how to: match yourself with the guitar and equipment that fits your needs and budget; select the right accessories - amps, picks, pedals, capos, cases, and other goodies; and, pick and strum to produce a clean, clear, buzz-free tone.

Includes discussion of the useful early stages of a research task: planning and drafting a paper. This title explains how to build an argument that motivates readers to accept a claim; and, how to anticipate the reservations of readers and to respond to them appropriately.

A lot has happened in the world of digital design since the first edition of this title was published, but one thing remains true: There is an ever-growing number of people attempting to design pages with no formal training. This book is the one place they can turn to find quick, non-intimidating, excellent design help from trusted design instructor Robin Williams. This revised classic--now in ...

A look at the history, meaning, and art of comics and cartooning. Using comics to examine the medium itself, the author takes the form of a cartoon character and explains the structure, meaning, and appeal of comics, and provides a running analysis of comics as art, literature, and communication.

Second edition.