Adams Books

I have purchased a few different free-weight books and this is the only one worth the paper it was printed on. This book covers all major muscle groups and dedicates a chapter each to muscular anatomy (important for visualization and isolation of muscles while perfoming the exercises) and building routines to match your fitness level - you will not outgrow this book. The explanations for each exercise are thorough and easy to follow. I would recommend this book to anyone beginning a resistance training routine.

This book is great if you want to do a series of exercises to tone different parts of your body. The book has 40 exercises altogether. To perform the exercises you'll need so 3 or 5 pound weights, an unweighted bar, and some ankle weights (you can substitute with cans of soup, a broom handle, and some towels or something around your legs in the beginning). I found the exercises great as they each target a different muscle. This was a great addition to my cardio routine.

I can't believe nobody has wrote a review for this book! I first bought The Breastfeeding Book by Martha and William Sears. That book was boring and awful. They are negative people. I had already read The Everything Pregnancy Book and The Everything Baby's First Year Book and LOVED them both so I decided to buy this book. I couldn't put this book down. The information in this book is very helpful and I still look back in it. My baby was in the NICU and her first night she was fed formula in bottles. The second day she was fed my pumped breast milk and formula because my milk was still coming in. She got used to the bottles and made it VERY CLEAR she was not interested in learning how to latch on. I use the nipple shields made by Medela so I can breast feed my baby. Even though I use the shields I still have questions and this book answers them all! You WON'T regret buying this book!

This book is wonderful. Being the oldest of nine breastfed kids, I've been around breastfeeding all of my life and thought I knew everything. Little did I know once I had my own daughter and started breastfeeding. I've learned so many interesting things and gone, "Oh, so that's why this is happening" while reading this book! It is very easy to read, has instructions from a lactation expert and gives examples of positions, milk storage, how to treat sore nipples, etc. Really, everything you need to know about breastfeeding is included.

It's a must have for any mom who plans or is breastfeeding her children. It's comforting too as you find out that you're no the only experiencing things and the book explains why it's happening. I've already loaned out my copy to a friend and will start giving this out to any friends at baby showers. It's just that good!

I used this book to count calories and lose weight. It is an awesome tool, with food listed that you would not expect. I lost 46lbs.

The Internet is my primary source of calorie information these days, but recently I needed to buy a printed guide to take on a trip where I wouldn't have Internet access. I wanted a small book (remember those little booklets they used to sell for a quarter at the supermarket check-out counter?); it didn't need to show calorie counts for packaged foods, as those are almost always on the package; and it didn't need to include information about fast foods, which I rarely eat (and those change constantly anyway). I looked in several bookstores (both large and small), and this was the only book I found that fit all my requirements.

In general, I've found the book extremely helpful, but it has a couple of flaws: (1) Foods are grouped into sections according to type (e.g., Dairy or Vegetables), and then into various sub-classifications within each section. Sometimes it's hard to figure out where to find a particular item (the Soups, Stews, etc. section is especially confusing). (2) The cross-references aren't always helpful. I looked up "focaccia" under Breads, and was told "See Pizza," but under Pizza they just list "Italian bread type," not the bread by itself (which is more often used for sandwiches than pizza). It would have taken no more space to give the calorie count than it did to give that worthless cross-reference! (3) There is NO INDEX, which would have solved Problem #1. Still, in general this is a great little guide, and I hope the author continues to improve it in future editions.

This book is a real treat for kids of every age, from 1-92! It has it all -from Christmas Carols to Festive Traditions to Christmas Cookies and Holiday Recipies. There are Christmas Stories and Wishes and Treats - and anything else you could ever need to create Magical Christmas Memories! This is one of Santa's Favorites! It's sure to become one of yours too!

Filled with stories, legends, songs, and recipes, The Everything Christmas Book is a fun read, as well as an authoritative reference. The editors observe that the true spirit of Christmas is a sense of wonder and "this book is intended as a celebration of that wonder."

They begin with the history of Christmas and how it "evolved over many centuries, enduring occasional tribulation, scrutiny, and abolishment along the way." Folklore, such as why red and green are Christmas colors, complements the historical facts. They also explain how decorated trees and Santa Claus became a part of contemporary Christmas celebrations.

The chapters on stories and poems include such well-known tales as Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" and Moore's "'Twas the Night Before Christmas," in addition to other favorites. Music and complete lyrics are provided for forty Christmas carols. The list of Christmas videos contains more than fifty titles.

Do you know in what year "A Charlie Brown Christmas" was first broadcast or when "Miracle on 34th Street" was first released in movie theaters? These are two of the 106 questions included in "The Ultimate Mass-Media Christmas Trivia Quiz." (Answers are at the end of the chapter!)

If you're up to a little traveling, check out the section on local festivities. Tree-lighting ceremonies, parades, Yule log celebrations, feasts, and lighting festivals are available all across the States. The editors provide times and contact information for each event listed.

No Christmas is complete without lots of good food, and the editors have selected a tantalizing sample of holiday recipes, including wassail and "Special Green and Red Vegetable Salad." Recipes are divided into sections for breakfasts and brunches, appetizers, side dishes, main courses and accompaniments, sweets and desserts, and drinks.

The next chapter offers recipes for gift-giving. And yes, it does include fruitcakes!

The editors conclude with a section on how Christmas is celebrated in other parts of the world and a discussion of Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.

The Everything Christmas Book is an ideal gift for people of all ages and interests. Be sure to get a copy for yourself also--it will soon become a treasured favorite.

I have been required to read 3 books on mentoring for one of my classes and then was required to review and report on another. I examined 5 additional books on mentoring and coaching and this was by far the most complete and readable - in fact, it was the only one that was enjoyable. Mr. Nigro's sense of humor is only outdone by his understanding of how humans operate and his ability to easily explain what so many other authors must fall asleep writing about - how managers can effectively coach and mentor their staff. I highly recommend The Everything Coaching and Mentoring Book.

This is a great book on Coaching and Mentoring. It covers a lot of ground on what it takes to manage as a coach in today's corporate milieu. The author displays a keen grasp of the material, along with a good sense of humor, from cover to cover. The examples and case studies in the text always hit their marks. I recommend this book for all coaches and mentors, and all would-be coaches and mentors, too. It's a very thorough introduction to the managing wave of the future. And it's written in a style that is never dull, which is the bane of so many other books on this subject matter.

I purchased this recipe book to make homemade dog biscuits after the tainted pet food scare, and when I found my new Scnoodle puppy didn't like the store bought brands. The recipes have all the ingredients you have on hand in your kitchen, and are incredibly easy to make. The cookies I baked worked great during the "training" phase with my dog, they were excellent "reward" snacks when she was learning. They smell great when baking them. I also use chicken broth instead of water in the recipes and they add I think a whole lot more flavor for the dog. The other thing that makes it such a great book, is that when you're in a hurry and have the likes of a Bake Sale that you have to contribute to, each recipe makes a large batch, and when they were all bagged up, they actually helped make a decent dollar when others see that all natural ingredients have been used.

well all i can say is well WOW, this book is a perfect specimen from the cover page until the last page, this is a very satisfying dog cookbook and i recomend you should buy it, 'cause all the recipes are eeeasy. I was introduced to this cookbook from DogFancy magazine. That gave one of the {everything cooking for dogs book} recipes in their 2008 april edition.

This book is not only informative but a great read. Sandy is witty and intelligent. I would highly recommend this book. It would make a great gift for any pet owner.

I have just finished this wonderful, helpful book...There was many useful hints about everyday items that are in every home that can be used to maintain your dog...It was an interesting read nothing boring here....Thank you Mrs. Blackburn for a wonderful helpful book.
Mary Devine

Whether you're just getting into genealogy or you're at a more intermediate stage, this book is an excellent overview to genealogy. Beginners can find out how to get started by interviewing immediate and extended family. There is an overview on naming methods, calendar changes, different record types, genealogical sources, and major genealogy libraries in the U.S.

This book also provides page-sized copies of popular charts such as Family Group Records and Pedigree charts that can be easily photocopied and used. (My edition included a 16" x 18" tear-out family tree.)

Unlike many genealogy books, there is some excellent coverage on how to record family histories and write family biographies. Hartley explains how to publish your work and advises that "Most families who publish a book of genealogy print less than 50 copies."

He also describes the types of materials that you will need (sheet protectors, ink, etc.) to ensure that your records are properly preserved. There is also a section on how to organize activities for family reunions--one of those great venues for gathering genealogical details.

The well-organized and easy-to-read format makes it an excellent book choice for younger genealogists too.

This book provides excellent help for the beginner and becomes a must have reference manual for the advanced Genealogist.

Professor Hartley has provided an easy to read yet detailed solution for beginning and conducting a family search.

This book is awesome whether you are a hard core feng shui enthusiast or not. Katina Z. Jones does touch on feng shui subjects such as the bagua, chi and placement. However, even if the reader had only a mild interest in feng shui they would still benefit immensely from the countless and useful organization ideas. I have read many books on feng shui and have found that they focus primarily on the principles and not so much on the practice. Even if you don't get the hang of the bagua, know what element or number you are or particularly care what direction your bed faces you will definitely gain positive, auspicious energy from this book. Even if all you want to do is clean out your closets and drawers.

This is a great intro to feng shui, which is what i was looking for. it's not overwhelming and you can start right away with the tips in the book. i love it and am going to pass it around to my family.

Coming from a long line of Freemasons and as a professional editor and historian, I devour virtually every Masonic title I can get my hands on. It's refreshing to finally see a major publisher produce an introductory book on the subject that is extraordinarily well written and obviously objective.

The previous reviewer's comments are both fascinating and somewhat surprising. The reviewer, Christopher Hodapp, just "happens" to be the author of a competing title, "Freemasons for Dummies." A high level Freemason himself, the reviewer is rather insistent that interested readers stick to books written only by Freemasons. Much of the current crop of Freemason literature is written by active Masons who are overtly protective of the fraternity and tend to gloss over the tougher issues in its history. The authors of "Everything Freemasons" do not make the same mistake. While Karg and Young cast Freemasonry in an accurate and positive light, they aren't afraid to discuss the controversies of Masonic history, and they do so with engaging style.

The section on the "Lucifer" controversy is remarkable. Virtually every other publication that touches on this subject gets it wrong, rehashing inaccurate information as fact. The authors obviously performed serious research, and lay this discussion out more clearly and accurately than anything I've read. This element alone is more than worth the price of the book. The entire book shows the same dedication to research, accuracy, and authenticity.

For a subject that has been an important part of my life, I don't want to be coddled with the slanted fluff of too many current publications. "Everything Freemasons" offers highly accessible and entertaining reading along with solid, unbiased professional journalism.

For thousands of years the Freemasons were rumored to control nations, with their secret society dating back to early times. Most of the great thinkers of the human race have been said to have joined the Society, from Mozart to George Washington and Charles Darwin: THE EVERYTHING FREEMASONS BOOK: UNLOCK THE SECRETS OF THIS ANCIENT AND MYSTERIOUS SOCIETY reveals all that's known about it, from covering myths and realities to considering its symbols and guarded secrets. Readers need know nothing about the freemasons: it's all here.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch