For news junkies and fans of the bizarre-but-true, here is an outrageous collection of all-real, all-weird news stories culled from the nation's mainstream newspapers. Line art throughout.

The News of the Weird

Humor & Entertainment

Sweet, Roland

Shepherd, Chuck

Kohut, John J.

Humor

Plume

News junkies of the world, rejoice! Here's a follow up to the bestselling News of the Weird that once again shows what you've always known to be true—fact is indeed stranger than fiction. And we can prove it! Gathered here in one hilarious volume are more than 500 of the weirdest, craziest, and most outlandish stories ever to find their way into our nation's newspapers. There are coincidences so bizarre, crimes so unbalanced, and behavior so inappropriate, you won't believe your eyes. But it's all true! • People who won't take no for an answer • Far-from-perfect crimes • Fetishes on parade • It seemed like a good idea at the time • Voices in my head, plus the ultimate . . . • Even we didn't believe these!

More News of the Weird

Reference

A collection of outlandish news stories, such as the nuns who sold their convent to buy a castle, and others

Beyond News of the Weird

Gathers hundreds of true stories categorized under such headings as "dumb happens" and "lifestyles of the dumb and dumber"

More Dumb, Dumber, Dumbest

"Choosing the right floor plan for your new log home, while a fun experience, can also be a daunting one. With so many plans available from so many different sources you might find yourself struggling to make your decision.
100 Best Log Home Floor Plans, from the editor of Log Home Illustrated magazine, is your solution. EditorRoland Sweet teamed up with the nation's major log home manufactures to bring you this must-have floor plan book featuring 100 of the greatest plans available.
You'll find:
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<li>Log homes in every style, size and price point</li>
<li>Chapters arranged by totally square footage - everything from under 2,000 to 4,000+ square feet</li>
<li>Exterior and interior photos of each home</li>
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So go ahead, marvel at their beauty and compare their features, but most of all, use100 Best Log Home Floor Plans to make your dream home of reality."

100 Best Log Home Floor Plans

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Home Improvement & Design

Krause Pubns Inc

A savvy guide that takes you from dreaming of a log home to actually building and living comfortably in one. Industry insider Roland Sweet reveals tips and insights about the various facets of designing a log home, selecting a log-home producer, and evaluating log packages. Plus you'll get real-world advice on calculating costs, what to look for when buying land, making energy-wise decisions, the importance of assembling a team that shares your vision, working with a builder, and much more. An invaluable resource, complete with photos, advice from log-home owners and an extensive and useful appendix.
 Table of Contents 1 - Keep Your Eye on the Prize 2 - Learn the Common Log Home Myths and Why They Are Myths 3 - Understand Wood 4 - Think Green 5 - Do Your Homework 6 - Gather Ideas 7 - Decide on the Look 8 - Calculate How Much House You Can Afford 9 - Know When and How to Compromise 10 - Anticipate the Unexpected 11 - Buy Your Land Before You Buy Your House 12 - Make Sure You Can Build on Your Land 13 - Assemble Your Dream Team Early 14 - Design for Yourself and Your Lifestyle 15 - Design for Protection 16 - Design for the Future 17 - Think Inside the Box 18 - Choose a Company that Offers the Look You Love 19 - Understand How Your Log Producer Provides for Log Settling 20 - Know What's in Your Package and What Isn't 21 - Understand What a Log Home Costs 22 - Get to Know Your Dealer 23 - Visit Several Actual Log Homes by Your Producer and Builder 24 - Hire the Best Builder, Not the Cheapest 25 - Determine Your Level of Involvement 26 - Expect Delays 27 - Don't Forget Furniture 28 - Landscape for Beauty and Wildlife 29 - Have Realistic Expectations 30 - Move In and Move On Appendix - Preserve Your Home's Good Looks - Warranties: Buyer Be Wary - How Your Log Home Happens - Cost-Estimating Checklist

Log Home Secrets of Success: An Insider's Guide to Making Your Dream Home a Reality

Sustainable Living

PixyJack Press, Incorporated

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