Humboldt Foreign Rights Catalogue 2009/2010

humboldt Foreign Rights Catalogue 2009/2010

▪ Information & General Knowledge ▪ Recreation & Hobbies ▪ Medicine & Health ▪ Psychology & Life Style ▪ Parents & Children ▪ Professions & Careers

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▪ Information & General Knowledge Ingo Kugenbuch: Why a Spoon bends and the Madonna weeps. Extrasensory Phenomena and their terrestrial explanation 6

▪ Recreation and Hobbies Eckhard Schwettmann: Almost Everything about Perry Rhodan. The book for fans. Anecdotes and things to know on the anniversary of the greatest science fiction series in the universe 7 Tom! Striewisch: humboldt’s Comprehensive Photography Course. All there is to know about taking and printing photos, about the camera and its accessories, and about picture editing 8 Tom! Striewisch: Advanced Digital Photography. Learn to take photographs like a professional. Picture editing on the computer. Includes a DVD with a 5-hour film 9 Tom! Striewisch: My Perfect Photo. How to use image cut-outs, background etc. 10 Rainer Emling: Digital Photography. The Comprehensive Course for Beginners 11 Volker Wiebe: Roulette. The Game. The Rules. The Odds 12 Katrin Höfer: Patience. For beginners and experienced players. New examples and variations. Exercises and solutions 13 Hugo Kastner: Backgammon. History. Rules. Strategies 14 Wolfgang Voigt, Karl Ritz, Wilhelm Gromöller: humboldt’s Comprehensive Guide to Bridge. 2nd updated edition. From basic rules for beginners to tournament bridge 15 Rita Danyliuk: A Comprehensive Guide to Card Games. From Bridge, Poker and “Skat” to “Zwicken”. Games of hazard and games for the family. Card tricks etc. 16

▪ Medicine and Health Dr. Guido Ern / Dr. Ralf D. Fischbach: Healthy Sleep. Learn to sleep well again, at long last 17 Dr. Guido Ern / Dr. Ralf D. Fischbach: The Allergy Guide. Symptoms, risks and therapies 18 Wilhelm Girstenbrey: When the Doctor finds Nothing Wrong. Ill but without any diagnostic findings 19

3 Uwe Rückert: Rückert’s Comprehensive School for Back Treatment. Effective training for a strong back 20 Dr. Michael Buhr: A Healthy Back. How to prevent and cure backache 21 Dr. Kathrin Beyer / Annette Beuckmann-Wübbels: I’m fed up with it. How to recognise, understand and overcome eating disorders 22 Sabine Szymanski: Forget about Dieting! From compulsive dieting to self-determined eating 23 Gisa Bührer-Lucke: Prevent Cancer with good Nutrition. With a preface by the German Cancer Aid Society 24 Gabriele Grünebaum, Dr. med. Loay Okko: My Pregnancy – Day by Day. Sound information and valuable advice for every day in pregnancy 25 Dr. med. Prashant Naik: Homoeopathic Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding. 2nd edition. A fast and safe guide to typical complaints. Self-diagnostic charts 26 Sven-David Müller: The Most Effective Fat Burners. Lose weight at long last without dieting, stress and hunger. The best 33 fat-burning recipes 27 Sylvia Winnewisser: My Homoeopathic Medicine Chest. Finding the correct remedy quickly 28 Zora Gienger: Healthy with Yoga. Simple exercises to stimulate self-healing powers 29 Gisela Schirmer: Pelvic Floor in Peak Form. How to keep, restore and promote tonicity 30 Alexander Hoffmann/Dr. Michelle Markus: Tinnitus. Origins and treatment of ringing in the ears 31

▪ Psychology and Life Style Nina Deißler: Flirting. What effect do I have on others? What can I say? How can I make use of my strengths? 32 Nina Deißler: Falling in Love the Correct Way. Looking for and finding the right partner 33 Beatrice Wagner: Men. An instruction manual which is long overdue 34 Armin Fischer: Women. An instruction manual which even men can understand 35 Armin Fischer: Sex After Only Six Hours. How to seduce women in a jiffy 36 Lynn Hagens: Perfect Sex. How to make him really happy when having sex 37 Timothy Patterson: For Better or for Worse. The secret of a happy relationship 38 Jutta D. Blume: Partner Relations a Minefield! Ways out of a crisis in a relationship 39

4 Jutta D. Blume: I love you, too, Darling. Why relationships are wonderful, if you talk to each other 40 Ann-Christin Baßin: Learn Self-Confidence. A training book 41 Timothy Patterson: Learn to Keep your Cool. Learn the secret of success 42 Dieter J. Zittlau: Quick-Witted Retaliation. A Workbook 43 Ursula Oppolzer: Super Learning. Basic tips and tricks. Effective learning. Includes numerous exercises 44 Ursula Oppolzer: The Comprehensive Guide to Brain Fitness. Improve your memory and concentration. Includes numerous exercises and tests 45 Bernd A. Pelzer: Happy From Now On. How to lead the life you always wanted. Learn to find and hold on to happiness 46

▪ Parents and Children Armin Fischer: Single Parent. Masculine. Good. The guide for single fathers 47 Doris Heueck-Mauß: The Stubborn Stage. The guide book for parents of 2 to 6-year-olds. The correct way to treat children’s emotions. All the tips and strategies you need 48 Nandine Meyden: Any Child can Learn to Behave. How children can learn good manners 49 Dunja Voos: Understanding Babies and Toddlers Properly. How to recognize whether a child is developing normally. For a relaxed start to the first four years in a child’s life 50 Hedwig Lerchenmüller-Hilse, Jürgen Hilse: Children and the Computer. How to avoid computer addiction, overweight problems etc. How to promote concentration and creativity. A guide for parents 51

▪ Professions and Careers Uwe Gremmers: The Newcomer to Management. How to become a good manager 52 Iris Hammelmann: Successful Conduct. The guide book for professional women 53 Iris Hammelmann: Do Good but Tell Your Boss! The easy way to learn self-marketing 54 Johanna Joppe, Christian Ganowski: Making the Right Decisions Easily. How to find solutions quickly and confidently in your profession. With many case studies 55 Svenja Hofert: Career Tips for Every Day. Seven minutes daily help towards advancement 56

5 Ingo Kugenbuch Why a Spoon bends and the Madonna weeps Extrasensory Phenomena and their terrestrial explanation

168 pages 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-207-1 € 12.90 August 2008

Information & General Knowledge

Bent spoons, water diviners, crop circles, the Bible Code, the weeping Madonna or Feng-Shui: is it all mumbo-jumbo or is it really a matter of extrasensory power? Author Ingo Kugenbuch investigates the most popular phenomena and unearths some astonishing facts.

▪ All the most popular phenomena in one book – from the Bible Code and clairvoyance to the tricks performed by Uri Geller! ▪ Riveting and yet comprehensible ▪ An up-to-date topic in the media

The author Journalist and author Ingo Kugenbuch has been engaged in researching extrasensory phenomena since completing his studies as a physicist. He is a member of the Society for the Scientific Research of Pseudo sciences.

6 Eckhard Schwettmann Almost Everything about Perry Rhodan The book for fans Anecdotes and things to know on the anniversary of the greatest science fiction series in the universe

264 pages, 200 colour illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-161-3 € 14.90 July 2009

Recreation & Hobbies

Unique worldwide! A new novel in the science fiction series PERRY RHODAN has come out weekly since 1961. The 2,500th novel will be published in 2009. The total number of copies published exceeds 1 billion. This book offers even more galactic records: The author describes what it is really about; who is behind it all and what has happened worldwide in connection with PERRY RHODAN.

▪ The only book to come out especially on this special anniversary ▪ PERRY RHODAN books are best sellers ▪ The author is a renowned expert on the subject

The author Eckhard Schwettmann worked in various media before moving to Pabel-Moewig Publishers where he became publishing director of the PERRY RHODAN series. His standard work “AllMächtiger! Faszination Perry Rhodan” (“God Almighty! Fascination Perry Rhodan”) came out in 2006.

Perry Rhodan is a legend: ▪ More than 1 billion copies of the total circulation since 1961 ▪ More than 100 fan clubs worldwide, organised as a Fan Club Association (www.pfrz.de) ▪ Never-ending PERRYVERSUM: audio books, collecting cards, computer games, music CDs, calendars and much more ▪ An international success: the novels are also available in the US, France, Japan, the Nether- lands, the Czech Republic, Brazil, Russia and China!

7 Tom! Striewisch humboldt’s Comprehensive Photography Course All there is to know about taking and printing photos, about the camera and its accessories, and about picture editing 5th completely updated edition

416 pages, 215 colour photos 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-179-1 € 19.90 May 2008

Recreation & Hobbies

The from-the-ground-up guide to photography by Tom! Striewisch, lecturer and operator of the extremely successful web site www.fotolehrgang.de. The fundamental work on analog and digital photography with many practical tips.

▪ The must-have book for the ambitious amateur photographer ▪ Now in its fifth edition humboldt’s highly-praised best seller on photography

The author Tom! Striewisch, a graduate designer and photographer, has been holding courses for beginners and advanced learners for many years. This book is the result of his many years’ experience as a lecturer in Adult Education Centres and as a web site operator at www.fotolehrgang.de.

8 Tom! Striewisch Advanced Digital Photography Learn to take photographs like a professional Picture editing on the computer Includes a DVD with a 5-hour film 3rd updated edition

235 pages, 150 colour illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-199-9 € 14.90 September 2008

Recreation & Hobbies

Concise information about the technical and artistic possibilities offered by modern digital cameras, especially by digital reflex cameras. A must for the best possible digital photos!

▪ A humboldt best seller, now in its 3rd edition ▪ Includes a comprehensive section on picture editing ▪ With a DVD-ROM for the computer (including a test version of Adobe Photoshop CS3)

9 Tom! Striewisch My Perfect Photo How to use image cut-outs, background etc.

232 pages, 100 colour illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-153-8 € 14.90 March 2009

Recreation & Hobbies

Learn how to take good photos! A graphic and coherent guide book on a range of artistic and technical possibilities: finding a subject, image cut-outs and partitioning or the incidence of light … Successful photos from the very start, even without photo editing – successful photos of holidays, the family or celebrations. Successful and negative examples show how to do it.

▪ For anyone interested in photography ▪ Practical, graphic and coherent ▪ By best-selling author Tom! Striewisch

The author Tom! Striewisch, a graduate designer and photographer, has been running courses for beginners and advanced learners for many years. This book is the result of his many years’ experience as a lecturer in Adult Education Centres and as a web site operator at www. fotolehrgang.de

10 Rainer Emling Digital Photography The Comprehensive Course for Beginners 3rd completely updated edition

200 pages, 130 colour photos 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-177-7 € 14.90 May 2008

Recreation & Hobbies

This is a comprehensive standard work for every beginner and newcomer to digital photography. It depicts the fascinating world of digital photography in all its many aspects: professional, comprehensible and beautifully designed.

▪ The ideal book for beginners ▪ Now in its third edition

The author Rainer Emling is a qualified IT engineer who has concentrated on digital photography since 1999 and oversees various Internet forums on this subject.

11 Volker Wiebe Roulette The Game. The Rules. The Odds.

152 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-167-8 € 8.90 May 2008

Recreation & Hobbies

Roulette – no other game of chance can be found more often in gambling houses worldwide. Meanwhile, however, roulette can also be played at home or on the Internet. This book helps you to understand the rules and explains why gambling systems are not always as promising as their reputation.

▪ The latest trend – the most popular game after poker ▪ A current and comprehensive introduction to the most important rules and gambling systems

The author Volker Wiebe took up roulette more than ten years ago because of his pro- nounced enthusiasm for mathematics and any type of game involving numerals. Since then, he has been enamoured of and engaged in analysing the manifold aspects of this game of chance.

12 Katrin Höfer Patience For beginners and experienced players New examples and variations Exercises and solutions

160 pages, 37 colour illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-182-1 € 9.90 August 2008

Recreation & Hobbies

Patience (Solitaire), a classic among card games, is becoming more and more popular. This book introduces more than 50 of the best variations ranging from the simple to the difficult, from the familiar to many new games of patience. In addition, there are numerous examples, exercises and solutions. A book for beginners and experienced players.

▪ The comprehensive guide to the classic among card games ▪ Many new games of patience for 2–8 players ▪ For beginners and experienced players

The author Katrin Höfer is a journalist and the successful author of numerous books on card games. She is a member of various educational game circles and has been a passionate patience player for many years.

13 Hugo Kastner Backgammon History. Rules. Strategies.

280 pages, 303 illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-189-0 € 14.90 August 2008

Recreation & Hobbies

Two superlatives: Backgammon is one of the oldest and most popular games in the world. The book gives the history of this board game, explains the rules and gives detailed information on the various strategies. In addition, there are tips and tricks, details of practical Internet pages and a comprehensive glossary in both English and German.

▪ A very comprehensive book on this subject ▪ One of the most popular games in the world ▪ Includes all the official rules

The author Hugo Kastner is a grammar school teacher in Vienna, a successful author of books on various games and a qualified chess teacher.

14 Wolfgang Voigt, Karl Ritz, Wilhelm Gromöller humboldt’s Comprehensive Guide to Bridge 2nd updated edition From basic rules for beginners to tournament bridge

424 pages 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-150-7 € 14.90 February 2009

Recreation & Hobbies

Bridge is one of the most popular card games in the world. humboldt’s comprehensive guide demonstrates all aspects of this game with its many variations – from basic rules and game strategies to bidding, bridge ethics and bridge rules. A very graphic, informative and comprehensive book for both beginners and advanced learners!

▪ Now in its second updated edition ▪ A handbook for both beginners and advanced learners ▪ By one of the best bridge experts in Germany

The authors Wilhelm Gromöller has been German Bridge Champion eight times, runner-up in the European Championships and is one of the best bridge experts in Germany. He has updated and amended the first edition which was written by Wolfgang Voigt and Karl Ritz.

15 Rita Danyliuk A Comprehensive Guide to Card Games From Bridge, Poker and “Skat” to “Zwicken” Games of hazard and games for the family Card tricks etc. 17th updated edition

176 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-188-3 € 8.90 August 2008

Recreation & Hobbies

The fascinating variety of card games available in one volume: classics such as bridge, “sheepshead” or “skat”, games of hazard such as poker or baccarat, games for all the family, patience and even card tricks. Includes rules, techniques, tactics, tips and tricks.

▪ A humboldt best seller; now in its 17th edition ▪ Card games are an up-to-date topic ▪ All major card games at a glance

The author Rita Danyliuk has written many successful books and articles on cards and games over the years.

16 Dr. Guido Ern Dr. Ralf D. Fischbach Healthy Sleep Learn to sleep well again, at long last

152 pages, 31 illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-158-6 € 12.90 March 2008

Medicine & Health

Restful sleep is no longer something to be taken for granted. Sleeping pills only help in the short term and can be extremely dangerous. This guide book explains the causes of insomnia. The authors depict the complicated connection between sleep, daily experiences and the sleeping environment in the various stages of life. They show natural ways to achieve healthy sleep.

▪ Be able to sleep well again, at long last ▪ Find out the causes of insomnia instead of resorting to sleeping pills ▪ Medically sound and comprehensible information

The authors Dr. Guido Ern is a consultant for internal medicine, pulmonology and allergology. Dr. Ralf D. Fischbach is a consultant for inner medicine in Cologne. He is on the managing board of the medical advice portal, Qualimedic.com AG.

17 Dr. Guido Ern Dr. Ralf D. Fischbach The Allergy Guide Symptoms, risks and therapies

200 pages, 41 illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-157-9 € 12.90 March 2008

Medicine & Health

Allergies are a widespread disease. Approximately one third of the population is affected – the numbers are rising. This guide book provides information on the various allergies, their symptoms, what triggers them off and how they can be treated. The authors give plenty of advice on what should be done before going to see the doctor to enable the consultant to treat the allergy in the most effective way. Important medical terms are couched in language which is easy to understand.

▪ All you need to know about allergies ▪ Medically sound and coherent information

18 Wilhelm Girstenbrey When the Doctor finds Nothing Wrong Ill but without any diagnostic findings

180 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-159-3 € 8.90 March 2008

Medicine & Health

There are an ever-increasing number of patients who have symptoms for which there is no medical explanation. Both the doctor and family members frequently dismiss the complaints as a figment of the imagination. This guide book explains the symptoms and disorders from a medical point of view and gives encouragement to those patients who find themselves between mainstream medicine and psychotherapy.

▪ A very comprehensive collection of “diagnostic findings” for which there is no medical explanation ▪ Objective information on unexplained symptoms ▪ Encouragement for patients

The author Wilhelm Girstenbrey is an experienced medical journalist specialising in health care policy, gynaecology, endocrinology, psychosomatic medicine and rheu- matology, who, for many years, worked for well-known daily and weekly news- papers, the radio and trade journals.

19 Uwe Rückert Rückert’s Comprehensive School for Back Treatment Effective training for a strong back

136 pages, 21 colour photos 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-310-5 € 9.90 July 2009

Medicine & Health

This school for back treatment helps the reader to learn long-term behaviour patterns which will help them treat their backs with care, prevent back complaints and counteract problems. Uwe Rückert, our back expert, describes how to loosen up and relax and how to increase a sense of well-being. The exercises are based on the latest ergonomic findings and can be used both at home and at the workplace.

▪ According to latest scientific findings ▪ Test yourself: how fit is your back? ▪ All the information you need in a practical, compact and neat package

The author Uwe Rückert, born in 1963, is specialist in orthopaedics and social medicine. He is senior physician at the Damp Rehabilitation Centre (Baltic). The author is scientific director for the training of physiotherapists specialised in back treatment at Damp and lecturer (physiology) at the school for physiotherapists.

20 Dr. Michael Buhr A Healthy Back How to prevent and cure backache

152 pages, 44 colour photos and diagrams 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-204-0 € 12.90 September 2008

Medicine & Health

This guide book really gets to the bottom of the problem: the causes, symptoms, examination methods, traditional and alternative therapies – and self-help. Dr. Michael Buhr explains how you can treat backache yourself and he gives numerous practical tips on how you can treat your back with care in everyday situations.

▪ A comprehensive guide which gets to grips with pain ▪ Successfully treat your backache yourself ▪ How to prevent backache becoming chronic

The author Dr. Michael Buhr is an orthopaedic consultant in Bonn and specializes in holistic diagnosis and chronic spinal illnesses.

21 Dr. Kathrin Beyer Annette Beuckmann-Wübbels I’m fed up with it! How to recognise, understand and overcome eating disorders

128 pages 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-161-6 € 12.90 March 2008

Medicine & Health

Eating acts as a substitute for those with eating disorders and their thoughts revolve entirely around food. This book shows ways to develop a more relaxed attitude towards food. The authors describe in a professional and coherent way how to alter fixed behavioural patterns positively, whereby they also discuss the possibilities of nutritional and psychological counselling.

▪ Highly qualified authors with many years experience in counselling those with eating disorders ▪ A psychological guide with very practical tips on eating and food

The author Sociologist Dr. Kathrin Beyer trains counsellors dealing with eating disorders and gives guidance to self-help groups. Dietician Annette Beuckmann-Wübbels works as a nutritionist and therapist.

22 Sabine Szymanski Forget about Dieting! From compulsive dieting to self-determined eating

160 pages 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-160-9 € 12.90 March 2008

Medicine & Health

A self-help programme for people who wish to be slim without dieting and to live free of compulsive eating. They learn how to know when they have had enough to eat instead of compensating stress with eating. It is essential to create a balance. Worksheets on self-awareness, target-setting and self-control help the reader to find the method which suits him or her best.

▪ Up-to-date topic: changing eating habits instead of dieting ▪ Determine what you eat and keep slim ▪ A self-help programme which has been tried and tested successfully

The author Sabine Szymanski is a psychotherapist and communications counsellor in adult education. Her main focus is on psychology and addiction. She herself lives according to the principles laid down in this programme.

23 Gisa Bührer-Lucke Prevent Cancer with good Nutrition With a preface by the German Cancer Aid Society

128 pages, 36 illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-175-3 € 12.90 March 2008

Medicine & Health

Certain foods boost the entire human immune system and thus perceptibly re- duce the risk of developing cancer. The guide book is medically sound, comprehensible and practice-based and the author shows how easy it is to make use of the positive effects of certain foods to prevent cancer.

▪ The 2nd updated edition of the successful book “Combat Cancer with Your Knife and Fork” ▪ With a preface by Prof. Dr. Dagmar Schipanski, President of the German Cancer Aid Society

The author Gisa Bührer-Lucke worked for ten years as head of the “Medical” Department of a large women’s magazine in the Hamburg-based Bauer Publishing House and has made a name for herself as a freelance editor whose main emphasis is on medicine.

24 Gabriele Grünebaum Dr. med. Loay Okko My Pregnancy – Day by Day Sound information and valuable advice for every day in pregnancy

304 pages, 92 colour fotos, 41 ultrasound photos 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-309-6 € 14.90 March 2009

Medicine & Health

Well informed, even-tempered and filled with anticipation – that is the way every woman would like to feel during pregnancy. This guide answers all the questions about pregnancy and birth; there is something new to be discovered daily: from the development of the child, the physical and emotional changes in the mother and physical check-ups right up to the birth.

▪ A guide written with love and care ▪ A knowledgeable guide for every day of pregnancy ▪ Contains many colour and ultrasound photos, checklists and tips

The authors Gabriele Grünebaum is a medical journalist and author. She has made a name for herself as an expert on pregnancy and children. Dr. Loay Okko is a specialist gynaecologist and obstetrician. His area of expertise is prenatal diagnostics, obstetrics and perinatal medicine.

25 Dr. med. Prashant Naik Homoeopathic Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Breastfeeding 2nd edition A fast and safe guide to typical complaints Self-diagnostic charts

152 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-303-7 € 8.90 February 2009

Medicine & Health

A sound guide on how to treat the typical little complaints and minor ailments during pregnancy, birth, confinement and breastfeeding with homoeopathic remedies! Learn how to interpret symptoms correctly and to recognize causes in good time. There is also a special chapter on the homoeopathic approach to caring for new-born babies and infants.

▪ The ideal therapy during pregnancy ▪ All you need to know about the topic: compact and clear ▪ Advice on other natural complementary medicine, and on tried and tested household remedies

The author Dr. med. Prashant Naik is a homoeopathic doctor specialising in gynaecology and obstetrics. He has his own surgery and holds regular courses and talks on homoeopathy.

26 Sven-David Müller The Most Effective Fat Burners Lose weight at long last without dieting, stress and hunger The best 33 fat-burning recipes

96 pages, 42 colour photos 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-305-1 € 7.90 February 2009

Medicine & Health

It really is a fact that there are certain foods which stimulate various bodily functions and kill body fat at the same time. These so-called fat burners help to slim – without any effort. The author shows how to use these foods effectively in a healthy diet. The guide contains many delicious recipes and simple tips for a “slim” life.

▪ Contains a list of the 33 foods which are the highest and lowest in calories ▪ Simply integrate fat burners into your normal diet ▪ Lose weight without yo-yo dieting and stress

The author Dietitian Sven-David Müller has been awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany for his special services to public health. He is the author of numerous guides on nutrition.

27 Sylvia Winnewisser My Homoeopathic Medicine Chest Finding the correct remedy quickly

144 pages 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-300-6 € 9.90 February 2009

Medicine & Health

What is homoeopathy precisely? This guide gives details on the alternative to “traditional medicine”. Priority is given to finding out how to treat oneself and to finding the correct homoeopathic remedy for specific complaints – from headaches to flu-like infections, from problems with circulation to minor emergen- cies.

▪ The correct first aid kit ▪ The most important homoeopathic remedies ▪ Homoeopathy in everyday life

The author Sylvia Winnewisser has worked as a reader and editor for renowned publishing houses. As a highly successful author she has published numerous books on such themes as health, well-being and cookery.

28 Zora Gienger Healthy with Yoga Simple exercises to stimulate self-healing powers

160 pages, 75 colour photos 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-302-0 € 14.90 February 2009

Medicine & Health

Yoga does you good. Yoga helps you relax and promotes agility. Yoga can also help with many health problems such as circulatory disorders, insomnia, nervous complaints, chronic headaches and backache. All the yoga exercises are easy to do and stimulate self-healing powers.

▪ Easy exercises, suitable for beginners and the untrained ▪ All exercises with colour photos ▪ Therapeutic yoga to help cope with the demands of everyday life

The author Zora Gienger teaches yoga and reiki. She has her own studio where she offers various yoga courses. Her main priority is supporting patients who wish to con- ceive and have children and supporting women suffering from cancer.

29 Gisela Schirmer Pelvic Floor in Peak Form How to keep, restore and promote tonicity

216 pages, circa 90 colour photos 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-311-2 € 12.90 September 2009

Medicine & Health

Pelvic floor muscles can be strengthened and tightened by special exercises. Not only are the inner organs given the necessary support but the entire posture and personal charisma improve. Pelvic floor fitness gives your body a sense of well-being and makes you feel glad to be alive – and at the same time that backache frequently disappears. Bottom, legs and tummy become firmer.

▪ Based on the latest scientific findings ▪ All exercises are illustrated by photos ▪ Anti-aging effect for tummy, legs, bottom and pelvic floor

The author For thirty years, physiotherapist and educationalist Gisela Schirmer has been helping people who have problems with their pelvic floor or with incontinence. She instructs physiotherapists, midwives and birth preparation instructors in functional pelvic floor training.

30 Alexander Hoffmann Dr. Michelle Markus Tinnitus Origins and treatment of ringing in the ears

152 pages, 25 colour photos 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-308-2 € 12.90 July 2009

Medicine & Health

The number of patients suffering from tinnitus runs into millions: a constant ringing in the ears is driving more and more people to despair. This guide gives a detailed but easily comprehensible explanation as to how these dastardly noises come about. It shows all the different ways of combating and easing this com- plex affliction.

▪ A comprehensive guide to all aspects of tinnitus ▪ With graphic case histories

The authors Alexander Hoffmann is a free-lance journalist. He has received a number of awards and has written several successful guides on health matters. Dr. Michelle Markus has years of experience in the surgery and hospital and is at home both in orthodox and natural medicine.

31 Nina Deißler Flirting What effect do I have on others? What can I say? How can I make use of my strengths?

176 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-164-7 € 7.90 March 2008

Psychology & Life Style

Germany’s “Date Doctor” Nina Deißler reveals how you can make contact easily and gracefully. The main thing is to know and develop your own strengths – and not to bore your dream partner with old “pick-up” lines or miss out because you are afraid of failing. After all, it is possible to learn to flirt!

▪ Professional help from the well-known flirting expert Nina Deißler ▪ Step by step to the perfect flirt ▪ Precise tips drawn from life instead of embarrassing patter

The author For many years, Nina Deißler has been holding courses on how to flirt. She offers practical tips to people searching for a partner on her Internet page and in her blog at www.kontaktvoll.de. The most popular magazines, TV and radio stations ask her when they need an expert who knows all about flirting.

32 Nina Deißler Falling in Love the Correct Way Looking for and finding the right partner

176 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-452-2 € 8.90 February 2009

Psychology & Life Style

Well-known “Date Doctor” Nina Deißler shows how to put an end to the unwanted life of being single. She leads her readers step by step to their dream partner by specifically addressing the typical problems encountered when looking for a partner: how to recognize the behaviour patterns which are a continual impediment to relationships; how to break up such relationships; how to find what you are looking for; what to watch out for on a first date.

▪ A leading author who has made frequent appearances in the media ▪ Step by step to your dream partner ▪ Realistic and practical tips

The author For years, Nina Deißler has been running courses on learning how to flirt. She offers practical tips on how to find the right partner on her Internet page and in her blog www.kontaktvoll.de. She is one of the most sought-after experts on flirting and falling in love on radio and TV.

33 Beatrice Wagner Men An instruction manual which is long overdue

160 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-163-0 € 8.90 March 2008

Psychology & Life Style

Men are a science in themselves. Almost every woman asks herself at some time or other why her partner reacts in certain situations in one way and not in another way. This book has the answers: It presents different types of men, helps with relationship problems and offers solutions to hidden conflicts. Using this instruction manual women will finally find men easier to deal with!

▪ Practical tips full of wit and charm ▪ This book links the experiences of men and women with the latest conclusions from psychology

The author Beatrice Wagner has published numerous books and articles on subjects such as partnerships, love and sexuality. She has a doctorate in human biology and brain research and interviewed men and women throughout the country in order to write this practical “instruction manual”.

34 Armin Fischer Women An instruction manual which even men can understand

168 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-213-2 € 8.90 August 2008

Psychology & Life Style

Women are a science in themselves. Almost every man asks himself at some time or other why a woman in a certain situation reacts in one way and not in another. The author conducted hundreds of interviews with women with regard to the most important questions and managed to tease the answers out of them. The results are honest, amusing and shocking. They are worth their weight in gold.

▪ This book links the experiences of men and women with conclusions from psychology ▪ Practical tips full of wit and charm

The author Armin Fischer has, for many years, worked in a managerial capacity for a renowned women’s magazine. In order to write this book he interviewed numerous men and women. The result is an “instruction manual” which is not only under- stood by men but actually works!

35 Armin Fischer Sex After Only Six Hours How to seduce women in a jiffy

184 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-451-5 € 8.90 February 2009

Psychology & Life Style

A man can seduce any woman he desires – within 6 hours. Passion, lust and abandon are not conscious decisions but are a matter of instinct. The author shows that women are willing to have sex in an astonishingly short time if the man does the right things.

▪ The quick way to capture your dream woman ▪ Entertaining and informative ▪ Practical tips full of wit and charm

The author Armin Fischer is a successful journalist and author. He has worked in a managerial capacity on the staff of renowned lifestyle magazines for many years.

36 Lynn Hagens Perfect Sex How to make him really happy when having sex

160 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-211-8 € 7.90 August 2008

Psychology & Life Style

Men only want one thing, don’t they? The author asked the men more precisely what they wanted and received honest answers. Her guide book shows how every woman can provide the best sex in his life. This book will bring a breath of fresh air to the bedroom – in fact, this book is a hurricane!

▪ This book will make men happy – and women, too! ▪ A comprehensive guide book ranging from flirting to perfect sex and full of valuable tips ▪ Full of charm and without any clichés

The author Lynn Hagens has written a number of books on such topics as sex and partnerships. In order to write this guide book she examined and evaluated men’s secret wishes and yearnings.

37 Timothy Patterson For Better or for Worse The secret of a happy relationship

264 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-156-2 € 8.90 March 2008

Psychology & Life Style

Finding a new partner? Adding spice to a partnership? It is not all that difficult! In this guide book you get to know the intrinsic rules and mechanics of love. And you also learn in an entertaining fashion how to put them to very practical, personal use. In this way love and a partnership can become even more valuable and beautiful.

▪ The mechanics of love explained in simple language ▪ Practical tips on a fulfilling and satisfactory partnership ▪ Includes numerous examples and exercises

The author Timothy Patterson works as a therapist (Marriage and Life Counselling) in Berlin and Edinburgh, and as a lecturer and workshop tutor. His methods are based on a combination of his degree courses in psychology and film and theatre studies.

38 Jutta D. Blume Partner Relations a Minefield! Ways out of a crisis in a relationship

160 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-461-4 € 9.90 July 2009

Psychology & Life Style

When a partnership has got bogged down, then we have reached the end of the line: the end of our tether, perhaps even the end of our love. The author describes three steps for negotiating the sensitive minefield in partner relations which automatically develops when there have been lies, deceit, hurt and manipulation in a relationship. We will take stock of our feelings and can finally decide whether to stay or to go.

▪ Three ways out of a crisis in a relationship: arrange your feelings in proper order, understand your partner, take the appropriate steps ▪ Written with heart and mind by an expert experienced in relationship issues

The author Psychologist Jutta D. Blume runs a psychotherapy surgery. She specialises in conflicts in relationships and in emotional crises. Listeners to WDR5, a well- known German radio station, know her as an expert on the topic of partner relations.

39 Jutta D. Blume I love you, too, Darling Why relationships are wonderful, if you talk to each other

176 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-212-5 € 8.90 August 2008

Psychology & Life Style

When communication in a partnership gradually ceases, the batteries in a relationship become flat in next to no time. It often looks as if a separation will be unavoidable. The author depicts how such a tremendous lack of communication in a relationship can come about and offers practical solutions.

▪ The practical guide to the main killer in a relationship, easy and pleasant to read ▪ Many examples from daily life ▪ Practical tips for everyday life

The author Jutta D. Blume runs a psychotherapy practice and is very much in demand as a therapist in relationship conflicts. Listeners to radio transmissions will be familiar with her as an expert in matters affecting relationships.

40 Ann-Christin Baßin Learn Self-Confidence A training book

184 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-210-1 € 7.90 August 2008

Psychology & Life Style

Self-confident people are more successful than those plagued by fears of fail- ure. Yet, it is basically easy to appear self-confident: it is possible to train body language, to learn to trust in your own strength – you can even train your own voice without any difficulty. This book helps to dispel any remaining lack of self- confidence and gives wonderful tips for a self-assured life.

▪ Comprehensive training for more self-confidence in life ▪ Charming and absorbing! ▪ Includes lots of exercises and tips

The author Ann-Christin Baßin has published numerous articles on psychological themes. As a successful journalist and author, she knows how important self-confidence is if you want to be a high flyer.

41 Timothy Patterson Learn to Keep your Cool Learn the secret of success

204 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-155-5 € 8.90 March 2008

Psychology & Life Style

Keeping your cool is one of the huge secrets of success. This book helps you to become gradually calmer and more composed. The author elucidates precise techniques, exercises and tricks. There are many little tips which, in total, can effect very fundamental changes. His method is not strenuous; it is not time- consuming but is predominantly a mental game.

▪ A book which teaches greater calmness and composure in daily life ▪ Includes many practical tips, examples and exercises ▪ Amusing and enjoyable

42 Dieter J. Zittlau Quick-Witted Retaliation A Workbook

216 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-460-7 € 9.90 July 2009

Psychology & Life Style

How do I say the right thing at the right moment? If you are angry about a stupid, offensive or even aggressive remark, it is difficult to react wittily on the spur of the moment. However, quick-wittedness can be trained! The author gives advice on how to lower inhibitions and give clever answers as quick as lightning.

▪ The training programme to become quick-witted ▪ The author has 25 years experience as a communication coach ▪ Specific exercises to break down barriers and lower inhibitions

The author Dr. Dieter J. Zittlau has been a successful rhetoric and management trainer for the past 25 years. He is a university lecturer in psychology with the main emphasis on communication. Experience has taught him that quick-wittedness can be learned thanks to the right exercises.

43 Ursula Oppolzer Super Learning Basic tips and tricks Effective learning Includes numerous exercises 6th updated edition

272 pages, 86 illustrations 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-185-2 € 8.90 August 2008

Psychology & Life Style

Learn effectively instead of half-heartedly! This guide book depicts the latest conclusions from learning psychology and gives hands-on tips. The comprehensive exercise section helps the reader to put what he has read into immediate practice.

▪ Now in its 6th edition ▪ With lots of tips, tricks and exercises

The author Ursula Oppolzer, author of best sellers in the field of learning and memory training, has received an award from “Stiftung Warentest” (Foundation for Product Testing).

44 Ursula Oppolzer The Comprehensive Guide to Brain Fitness Improve your memory and concentration Includes numerous exercises and tests 3rd updated edition

256 pages, 98 illustrations 14.5 x 21.5 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-191-3 € 12.90 September 2008

Psychology & Life Style

A simple and efficient programme to train memory, creative thinking and successful problem-solving. The wide variety of exercises aims at cultivating all one’s mental faculties and skills. A few minutes daily suffice!

▪ Now in its 3rd edition ▪ A wide variety of exercises and tests

The author Ursula Oppolzer, author of best sellers in the field of learning and memory training, has received an award from “Stiftung Warentest” (Foundation for Product Testing).

45 Bernd A. Pelzer Happy From Now On How to lead the life you always wanted Learn to find and hold on to happiness

216 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-459-1 € 9.90 July 2009

Psychology & Life Style

It is possible to achieve more than you think if you believe in yourself and in what you do or wish for. To that end the book offers very practical strategies from various areas of psychology. At the centre of attention is the power of autosug- gestion and affirmation but the guide also offers important strategies for avoid- ing stress and for active relaxation. These help you to go your own way so that from now on you lead the life you really desire.

▪ Various methods of learning to be happy ▪ Handy tips for strategies to achieve personal happiness

The author Psychotherapist and Journalist Bernd A. Pelzer has conducted research into numerous methods of combating fear which he has applied in treating patients in his own surgery in Luxembourg. As a result he has developed successful personal strategies for a fulfilled life.

46 Armin Fischer Single Parent. Masculine. Good. The guide for single fathers

160 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-215-6 € 8.90 August 2008

Parents & Children

Being a father is not difficult but being a single father is a different matter. When men (have to) bring up children on their own, many of them realize that they have reached their limits. This guide book pools the experiences made by single fathers and gives valuable tips for all the situations they could meet with in their lives – ranging from running the household to bringing up children, from mainte- nance payments to sex.

▪ The first guide book based on the experiences of hundreds of single fathers ▪ Amusing and entertaining ▪ “Single fathers“ is an up-to-date subject

The author Armin Fischer is a much sought-after journalist who has published numerous articles on family and children in renowned magazines. As the single father of two children, he knows what it means to be a single parent. In order to write this book, he talked to single fathers throughout the country.

47 Doris Heueck-Mauß The Stubborn Stage The guide book for parents of 2 to 6-year-olds The correct way to treat children’s emotions All the tips and strategies you need 5th updated edition

176 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-187-6 € 8.90 July 2009

Parents & Children

“But I don’t want to!”- The typical acts of defiance and childish aggression from both parents’ and children’s point of view. This guide book helps parents to understand and to learn how to cope with their children’s feelings and actions.

▪ Now the 5th edition ▪ Imaginative and sensitive answers to the problems of bringing up children ▪ For a stress-free relationship between parents and their offspring

The author Doris Heueck-Mauß is a qualified psychologist and psychotherapist with two children. She has been working in her own psychotherapy practice in Munich since 1985.

48 Nandine Meyden Any Child can Learn to Behave How children can learn good manners

216 pages, 20 illustrations 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-602-1 € 9.90 February 2009

Parents & Children

Loving, caring parents are keen for their children to be well behaved. This guide features the most important “rules of etiquette” and shows with the help of examples how parents can teach their children good behaviour. Parents learn how to impart such values as consideration and punctuality and such behavioural aspects as good table manners and suitable language to their young children through play.

▪ A contemporary “Children’s Book on Etiquette” for parents of 3 to 12 year-olds ▪ All the typical blunders and gaffs by children and possible solutions ▪ By Nandine Meyden, a leading expert on etiquette

The author Nandine Meyden is a well-known etiquette trainer in Germany. She has been holding courses on etiquette for children and adults for 15 years. When writing this book, she worked closely with young parents.

49 Dunja Voos Understanding Babies and Toddlers Properly How to recognize whether a child is developing normally For a relaxed start to the first four years in a child’s life

192 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-600-7 € 9.90 July 2009

Parents & Children

What does a child’s normal psychological and emotional development look like? This book gives insight into a child’s inner life. It describes the difficult phases in a child’s development and shows that parents are less to blame. It also shows what influence parents can have nevertheless. Here you can find the latest results and classic results from psychoanalytical research which are useful for everyday family life.

▪ The book reassures parents who are afraid of making mistakes ▪ New approaches to understanding children properly ▪ Know-how which is up to date and easy to understand

The author Dr. Dunja Voos is a freelance medical journalist specialising in psychosomatics, depth psychology and psychoanalysis. She is a specialist for occupational medicine and has a little daughter.

50 Hedwig Lerchenmüller-Hilse Jürgen Hilse Children and the Computer How to avoid computer addiction, overweight problems etc. How to promote concentration and creativity A guide for parents

Circa 176 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-608-3 Circa € 8.90 September 2009

Parents & Children

This guide helps parents to teach their children how to use media sensibly. If used in the correct dosage, chosen sensibly and implemented correctly according to age, the new media can give children self confidence and promote intelligence. Parents are given many stimuli and practical tips for the correct way for their children to use the computer.

▪ A current topic of great interest and widely discussed ▪ Novel approach which does not rely on do’s and don’ts ▪ The authors are engaged in child and youth protection

The authors Dr. Hedwig Lerchenmüller-Hilse, who is an educationalist whose main emphasis is on media work with children and teenagers, and Jürgen Hilse, who is a psycho logist, both work for the “Arbeitsgemeinschaft Kinder- und Jugendschutz des Landes NRW” (North Rhine – Westphalia Association of Child and Youth Protection).

51 Uwe Gremmers The Newcomer to Management How to become a good manager

176 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-216-3 € 8.90 August 2008

Professions & Careers

As a manager, it is essential to channel employees’ skills in an optimal way and to deploy staff in the most efficient way possible. Uwe Gremmers, who coaches managers and employees in how to be successful, gives step by step directions as to how new managers can be successful at their work. A valuable guide book for all management levels! This book turns newcomers into good bosses.

▪ The comprehensive guide book for anyone who wishes to be a successful boss ▪ The author has had experience in training over 10,000 managers ▪ Suitable for any management level!

The author Psychologist Uwe Gremmers has trained managers in human resource development in two top enterprises. Meanwhile he is self-employed and has trained more than 10,000 managers and junior staff with great success.

52 Iris Hammelmann Successful Conduct The guide book for professional women

160 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-89994-169-2 € 8.90 March 2008

Professions & Careers

Single-mindedness and ability are sometimes not enough if, as a woman, you want to be a success professionally. This book reveals how smart behaviour can help women overcome the obstacles they face in their average working day and help them climb the career ladder step by step.

▪ A guide book for women which deals in detail with all the typical pitfalls ▪ Practical solutions which can be implemented without any problems ▪ Coherent and charming

The author Iris Hammelmann is a successful journalist and author. It has not only been as the manager / supervisor of her own editorial office that she has learned how to become accepted in sectors dominated by the male of the species.

53 Iris Hammelmann Do Good but Tell Your Boss! The easy way to learn self-marketing

144 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-751-6 € 8.90 February 2009

Professions & Careers

Tell your boss: “I did that!” You have to highlight your own performance if you are going to be a success in your professional life. To this end the author gives a lot of practical tips and at the same time discloses how these can be implemented specifically in your day to day professional life because marketing on your own account is imperative if you wish to have a successful career.

▪ The guide for successful employees ▪ Self-marketing is a central issue in a successful career ▪ Numerous examples, synopses and helpful tips

The author Iris Hammelmann is the manageress of an editorial office. She is an experienced journalist and the author of numerous successful guides on various aspects of professions and careers.

54 Johanna Joppe Christian Ganowski Making the Right Decisions Easily How to find solutions quickly and confidently in your profession With many case studies

200 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-756-1 € 9.90 July 2009

Professions & Careers

Making the correct decisions determines success in professional life. This guide demonstrates methods of reaching decisions purposefully and systematically. E.g. with the help of scenario techniques which lead to the best possible decisions. The authors describe decision making processes and methods in such a comprehensible manner that they can be used easily both in personal and in professional life.

▪ Very entertaining, graphic and decidedly instructive ▪ With the latest findings from brain research ▪ Many practical examples from various sectors of the economy

The authors Johanna Joppe and Christian Ganowski run a renowned business management consultancy and have written numerous economic guides.

55 Svenja Hofert Career Tips for Every Day Seven minutes daily help towards advancement

400 pages 12.5 x 18.0 cm, soft bound ISBN 978-3-86910-755-4 € 12.90 July 2009

Professions & Careers

What are the secret rules of the game in an enterprise? How can I master the art of small talk? How effective are time and self management? This guide offers newcomers and professionals career know-how in abundance. All that is required are a few minutes reading every day to learn how to find your way through the office jungle. Survival of the fittest in a job!

▪ For all those who wish to achieve more in their job ▪ A valuable career tip daily ▪ A very well-known author

The Author Svenja Hofert has been working as a career consultant in Hamburg for many years (www.karriereundentwicklung.de) and is the successful author of numerous career guides.