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Sheet Music: Uncovering the Secrets of Sexual Intimacy in Marri(more) »rank: 1521639by: Kevin Leman
Our review: :For married couples and those engaged to be married, Sheet Music is a practical guide to sex according to God's plan. In his characteristic style, Kevin Leman addresses a wide spectrum of people, from those with no sexual experiences to those with past sexual problems or even abuse. Using frank descriptions and black-and-white line drawings, this book has a warm and friendly tone that will help couples overcome awkwardness in discussing an issue important to all married couples. Detail |
Trunk Music (Harry Bosch)(more) »rank: 3346024by: Michael Connelly
Our review: :Back on the job after an involuntary leave of absence, LAPD homicide detective Harry Bosch is ready for a challenge. But his first case is a little more than he bargained for. It starts with the body of a Hollywood producer in the trunk of a Rolls-Royce, shot twice in the head at close range - what looks like 'trunk music', a Mafia hit.But the LAPD's organized crime unit is curiously uninterested, and when Harry follows a trail of gambling debts to Las Vegas, the case suddenly becomes more complex - and much more personal. A rekindled romance with an old girlfriend ... Detail |
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Soul Music(more) »rank: 2820313by: Terry Pratchett
Our review: :It's hard to grow up normally when your grandfather rides a white horse and wields a scythe—especially when you have to take over the family business, everyone thinks you're the Tooth Fairy, and you have to face the new and addictive music that has reached the Discworld. Review:Soul Music is the 16th book in the bestselling Discworld series, with close ties to the fourth book, Mort. Susan Sto Helit is rather bored at her boarding school in the city of Ankh-Morpork, which is just as well, since it seems that her family business--she is the granddaughter of Death--suddenly needs a new caretaker. ... Detail |
Violin School Volume 1(more) »rank: 1891269from: Alfred Publishing Company
Our review: :The SUZUKI METHOD of Talent Education is based on Dr. Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that man is the son of his environment. According to Dr. Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Students are taught using the mother-tongue approach. Suzuki Violin School Materials include: Violin Parts (Vol. 1-10) * Piano Accompaniments (Vol. 1-10) * Cassettes (Vol. 1-3 performed by Shinichi Suzuki, Vol. 4-8 performed by Koji Toyoda) * Compact Discs ... Detail |
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Ten Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Went Out into the Real World(more) »rank: 1304354from: Time Warner Audio Books
Our review: :Maria Shriver's warmth, humor, and wisdom are evident on every page of this little book. Inspired by her commencement speech at the College of the Holy Cross, the book contains stories and insights that will be helpful, entertaining, and encouraging to graduates at every stage of life. The lessons themselves--'be willing to fail,' 'stand your ethical ground,' 'marriage is a hell of a lot of hard work'--are nothing new. What makes them interesting are the life stories that accompany them and Shriver's personable, friendly style. Reading this book feels like having a cup of coffee with a wise and funny friend. Tales ... Detail |
Me: Stories of My Life (Bestseller Collection)(more) »rank: 6152926from: Random House Audiobooks
Our review: :Katharine Hepburn reflects on her childhood and family, her early days in New york and her experiences with political activism. She talks of her career, her long friendship with Spencer Tracy and her collaboration with other actors, directors and producers over the last 60 years. Detail |
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Miles: The Autobiography(more) »rank: 2182288by: Miles Davis, Quincy Troupe
Our review: :Stage and screen star Burton reads the life story of master jazz performer and composer Miles Davis. 2 cassettes. Detail |
The Lessons of History(more) »rank: 1194789by: Will Durant, Ariel Durant, Russ Holcomb
Our review: :What does history teach us? After a lifetime of research and reflection, the noted historians and authors share their profound and insightful interpretations of the most vital lessons history offers. To quote Will Durant, 'The present is the past rolled up for action, and the past is the present unrolled for understanding.' 2 cassettes. Detail |
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Dave Barry's Book of Bad Songs(more) »rank: 1551728by: Dave Barry
Our review: :When funny man Dave Barry asked readers about their least favorite tunes, he though he was penning just another installment of his weekly syndicated humor column. But the witty writer was flabbergasted by the response. 'I have never written a column that got a bigger response than the one announcing the Bad song survey,' Barry wrote. 'More than ten thousand readers voted, and the cards are still coming in.'Based on the results from Dave Barry's monumental reader survey, Dave Barry's book of bad Songs is a compilation of some of the worst songs ever written, including such special categories as Teen Death ... Detail |
Opera for Dummies(more) »rank: 1625558by: David Pogue
Our review: :With music from Puccini, Mozart and many others, this is a perfect way to educate oneself on the topic of opera. Simultaneous release with IDG trade paperback. 2 cassettes. Review:Opera is growing--in the size of its audience, in the number of companies, in general interest--and is attracting a lot of attention among younger, more visually oriented people. But opera can be intimidating to the uninitiated: it's sung in foreign languages and has odd little customs (such as women singing the parts of young boys, and hefty middle-aged singers portraying teenaged lovers) that may be disconcerting at first. But opera needn't be ... Detail |