June New Release - Amped

Title: Amped

             

Subtitle: The Illustrated History of 

the World’s Greatest Amplifiers

Author/s: Dave Hunter

RRP: $39.99

ISBN: 9780760339725

Format:  Hardback, 208 pages

Dimensions: 286mm x 222mm

Publisher: Motorbooks International

Aust. Release Date:  June 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Guitarists love amps - really love them. Amplifiers may look dull to the rest of the world, but to guitarists they are full of mystique, romance and rockin' sound. And while there are many strong-selling electric guitar histories available, this is the first illustrated history of the electric guitar's best friend, the amp. World-famous guitar and amp historian Dave Hunter tells the story of 60 of the greatest amps ever built including classics from Fender, Marshall, Vox, the bizarre EchoSonic that created Elvis' sound and the ultimate esoteric $75,000+ Dumble amps. Illustrated with hundreds of technical photos, rare machines, catalogues, memorabilia and the amps of the stars from Jimi Hendrix to Stevie Ray Vaughan to Eric Clapton, this is a book guitarists will drool over.

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June New Release - Easy Gluten Free!

Title: Easy Gluten-Free!

             

Subtitle: Healthy and Delicious 

Recipes for Every Meal

 RRP: $18.99

ISBN: 9781588168702

Format:  Spiral, 176 pages

Dimensions: 228mm x 152mm

Publisher: Hearst Publishing

Aust. Release Date:  June 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Going gluten-free is easy thanks to Good Housekeeping's user-friendly and enticing new cookbook that takes the challenge out of preparing tasty dishes for every meal. In addition to mouthwatering recipes for Morning Glory Muffins, Spaghetti Squash “Pasta” Puttanesca and Flourless Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake, this collection contains a wealth of information on how to eliminate gluten from your diet. It helps you tell if you may benefit from a gluten-free diet; shop for, and cook with, readily available gluten-free ingredients; avoid hidden gluten in packaged foods and pantry staples; and prepare favourite foods…minus the gluten. With yummy dishes like Oven-Baked Macaroni and Cheese and Chicken Tikka Masala, you'll almost forget you're eating gluten-free!

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June New Release - Kid Friendly ADHD & Autism Cookbook

Title: Kid-Friendly ADHD & Autism Cookbook

             

Subtitle: The Ultimate Guide 

to the Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet

                  

Author/s: Pamela J. Compart and 

Dana Laake

RRP: $21.99

ISBN: 9781592334728

Format:  Paperback, 352 pages

Dimensions: 236mm x 191mm

Publisher: Fair Winds Press

Aust. Release Date:  June 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

One of the challenges that parents face is coping with children who have picky appetites and crave the very foods that affect their behaviour, focus and development. The other challenge is finding ways to get their children to eat healthy foods and improve their nutritional status. The uniqueness of this book is that it not only provides gluten-free, milk-free substitutes and recipes, it also provides successful suggestions for feeding the picky eater. The authors share details about just how and why the diet works, the specialty ingredients are explained and extensive sources provided. There are also testimonials from parents and from the children themselves.

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June New Release - Quick & Easy Vegan Slow Cooking

Title: Quick and Easy Vegan 

 Slow Cooking

             

Subtitle: More Than 150 Tasty, 

Nourishing Recipes That Practically 

Make Themselves

Author/s: Carla Kelly

RRP: $19.99

ISBN: 9781615190430

Format:  Paperback, 280 pages

Dimensions: 232mm x 178mm

Publisher: The Experiment

Aust. Release Date:  June 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Ever wished you could have a healthy, delicious, home-cooked dinner waiting for you when you get home? Well, stop dreaming and start cooking! In Quick and Easy Vegan Slow Cooking, Carla Kelly brings you over 150 recipes for nourishing, whole foods–based meals with easy-to-find, economical ingredients, simple cooking techniques and minimal prep time. Whatever your skill level, Carla’s got you covered for slow-cooked meals year round - from hearty, comforting winter fare to light summer dinners that won’t heat up your kitchen.

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June New Release - Pickled Pantry

Title: Pickled Pantry

           

Subtitle: From Apples to Zucchini, 

185 Recipes for Preserving & Pickling 

 the Harvest

Author/s: Andrea Chesman

RRP: $24.99

ISBN: 9781603425629

Format:  Paperback, 320 pages

Dimensions: 203mm x 228mm

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Aust. Release Date:  June 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

The Pickled Pantry provides a whopping 185 recipes for putting up everything from apples to zucchini. There are techniques for making fermented pickles, salsas, relishes and chutneys; freezer and refrigerator options; and recipes that feature pickles front and centre. There are instructions for single jars and small batches as well as ways to preserve a bumper crop of produce. Andrea Chesman’s recipes are as diverse as they are delicious – from Korean kimchi to French jardinière, from chutneys to chow chow, and from classic bread and butters to rosemary onion confit, Italian tomato relish and even pickled watermelon rinds. Beginners will prize the simple, low-fuss methods and Chesman’s calm guidance through the basics, while dedicated home canners will appreciate the large-batch recipes and the variety of flavours.

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June New Release - Super Nutrition For Babies

Title: Super Nutrition for Babies

           

Subtitle: The Right Way to Feed 

Your Baby for Optimal Health

Author/s: Katherine Erlich and 

Kelly Genzlinger

RRP: $16.99

ISBN: 9781592335039

Format:  Paperback, 208 pages

Dimensions: 190mm x 165mm

Publisher: Fair Winds Press

Aust. Release Date:  June 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

There is a better way to feed your baby. Super Nutrition for Babies gives parents the latest science-verified nutritional recommendations for feeding their child. Based on a program used at one of the largest holistic practices in the U.S, this book provides information on all aspects of nutrition and feeding, including introducing meat in a child's diet, healthier alternatives to dairy and soy, starting solid foods, establishing a regular eating schedule, dealing with picky eating and the best foods for every age and stage so your baby gets the best nutrition to minimise illness and optimise sleep, digestion, behaviour and brain development.

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June New Release - Making Artisan Pasta

Title: Making Artisan Pasta

             

Subtitle: How to Make a World of 

Handmade Noodles, Stuffed Pasta, 

Dumplings, and More

Author/s: Aliza Green

RRP: $29.99

ISBN: 9781592537327

Format: Paperback, 176 pages

Dimensions: 262mm x 211mm

Publisher: Quarry Books

Aust. Release Date:  June 2012

Book Description/Synopsis:

Learn how to use the best ingredients and simple, classic techniques to make fresh, homemade pasta in your own kitchen with Making Artisan Pasta. Calling for just the simplest ingredients and a handful of unique kitchen tools, making pasta at home has never been easier, more fun or more delicious.

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