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Top 10 About Guide Books

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Many About.com Guides have also written books! I've collected those relating to cooking, health, and recipes.

1. The About.com Guide to Southern Cooking

About.com has launched a new book series (mine is going to be published May 2007) and Diana Rattray, our Guide to Southern Cooking, has written a delicious book chock full of classic and updated recipes from the South.
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2. Everything Chinese Cookbook

Rhonda Parkinson, About.com's Guide to Chinese Cooking, has written a comprehensive guide on the topic. A 'Getting Started' chapter will teach you all you need to know about Chinese cooking, and individual chapters are packed full of easy, delicious recipes.
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3. The Everything Fondue Cookbook

Rhonda Parkinson is also the author of this book all about fondues. If you think 'cheese fondue' or 'chocolate fondue' when you hear that term, think again! Wonderful appetizer and main dish recipes include Poached Chicken in Wine with Sweet Herbs and Tiramisu with Cream.
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4. The About.com Guide to Having a Baby

About.com's book series continues with Robin Elise Weiss' book all about having a baby. Learn which foods to eat and avoid, and how to prepare for labor and delivery.
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5. The Thyroid Diet: Manage Your Metabolism for Lasting Weight Loss

About Guide Mary Shomon has written an excellent guide to weight loss and weight management if you have thyroid problems. In fact, if you are having trouble losing or maintaining weight, you may have thyroid disease! This important book belongs in everyone's bookshelves.
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6. The Everything Stir-Fry Cookbook

Rhonda Parkinson's fourth book is all about stir-frying, one of the best quick-cooking methods. These 300 recipes are all delicious and easy to make.
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7. The Everything Fishing Book

Ronnie Garrison, About's Guide to Freshwater Fishing, has written a comprehensive guide for the fisherpersons in your family. Learn all about the sport, as well as how to clean and cook your fresh catch.
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8. The Healthy Home

Jackie Craven, About's Guide to Architecture, has written a beautiful book all about how to make your home a healthier space. Learn how to reduce toxins and allergies to keep your family at their best.

9. The Stress-Free Home

Jackie Craven has also written this beautiful book which teaches you how to make your home into an oasis. We all need this book!
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10. The Everything College Cookbook

Rhonda's latest cookbook is full of fabulous tips and hints that are valuable to anyone who wants to save time in the kitchen, not just college kids!
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