Working from Home : Everything You Need to Know about Living & Working under the Same Roof

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Working from Home : Everything You Need to Know about Living & Working under the Same Roof

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excellent read!

Great book for a would-be stay-at-home-worker

Thick but very shallow

A Great Book of Reference!

Very good Reference

Working From Home: Everything You Need to Know About Living and Working Under the Same Roof
Paul Edwards , and Sarah Edwards
Manufacturer: Tarcher
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Fifth Edition--Revised and Expanded. A new edition of the classic guidebook that started the "Working From Home" revolution.

Paul and Sarah Edwards have completely updated their bestselling home-office guide to meet the needs of today's millions of small-business people.

This comprehensive update of America's premier guide to home-based employment features complete and easy-to-follow advice on:
-- equipping and computerizing the up-to-date home office;
-- funding your venture--and staying out of debt;
-- keeping your work and personal life separate;
-- making cyberspace work for your individual business needs, and much more.
"No home office is complete without a copy of Working From Home." --Bernadette Grey, Home Office Computing

"If I had to choose only one book for my home-office reference shelf, this is the one I would choose. It's thorough, up-to-date, informed by detailed research, user-friendly, and fun to read." --Thomas E. Miller, National Work-at-Home Survey

"No one knows the working-from-home field like Paul and Sarah Edwards." --Gil Gordon, Telecommuting Review

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excellent read!.......2007-03-17

no one knows the working from home like paul7sarah edwards.
it is the best selling book atround ,it is the only complete book guide to setting up an business at home, it has been the most useful book i have ever read, know use a resource for my business at home highly recommended for any wanting to work from home

Great book for a would-be stay-at-home-worker.......2006-02-25

This is a book you should read before you quit your job. This book is the one you can trust. It includes almost everything you need to know about working from your home.
No wonder it's a fifth edition.

Thick but very shallow.......2006-02-12

(Maybe 2 stars is a little harsh, but I'm not sure I can change it)

The book is relatively thick. It's full of the kind of detail I find somewhat tedious and a deterrent to reading cover to cover - but what to me is tedious might strike you as comprehensive. In any case it seems reference oriented.

There's a little too much pointlessly obvious and irrelevant detail (e.g section on the difference between a scanner and digital camera; a line drawing of how to set up an item of folding furniture which isn't even referred to in the text). Frequently sprinkled contact details for particular companies give it the feel of advertainment at times (eg the page dedicated to detailing modular furnings available from one retailer, complete with price tags and the supplier's web and phone details). It is in all ways US-centric, which is either an advantage or a disadvantage depending on your location.

Though on first look (I do own it) I found little to make me want to actually read the book, it might also as a passable 'wide but shallow' quick reference, especially if you're in the US.

It might also make an OK first book on the topic. I would recommend however, that the prospective reader preferentially (or at least additionally) purchase a number of more succinct, specifically targeted books which explore key topics in depth.

A Great Book of Reference!.......2004-03-21

I am starting to think that this is the best book so far on
on all the aspects of working from home. They cover everything well and it is often looked over and over for tips. I keep it next to my computer.

Very good Reference.......2002-08-28

This book is solid and helps you in many different areas that you will need when staying home and pursuing an in home business. I was very satisfied with this book and would recommend it to anyone in this situation. Thank you!

Working from Home: Everything You Need to Know About Living and Working Under the Same Roof (Revised and Expanded)

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Working from Home: Everything You Need to Know About Living and Working Under the Same Roof (Revised and Expanded)
Paul; Edwards, Sarah Edwards
Manufacturer: Jeremy P. Tarcher
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ASIN: B000L5840W

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Warning: No celeb was spared during the writing of this tongue-in-cheek stroll down the red carpet of fashion, fame, ego, and blinding glitter. Written by the man who isn’t afraid to tell Christina Aguilers her hairdo is a disaster, Red Carpet Diaries could make you feel you know more about Hollywood shtick than Nicole Kidman’s stylist. If you begin to get too much pleasure from Cojocaru’s lizard-skin-jumpsuited journey from ridiculed misfit to #2 on Cynthia Rowley’s speed dial, put the book down and turn on an episode of Antiques Roadshow to calm your heart rate. Also: do not try to operate heavy machinery while reading this book.

Indications: For relief of boredom, wistfulness, insecurity, and bad hair days.

Directions: Read the incredible story of Cojocaru’s rise from schoolyard joke to one-man celebrity status meter. Laugh, cry, lather, rinse, and repeat.

Active ingredient: Unadulterated fashion, style, and wit.

Imbued with style that is pure Steven, and packed with insider gossip from a man who spends his days chatting with Tom Hanks, Charlize Theron, or Sarah Jessica Parker, this irresistible memoir is a peek behind the glamorous façade to the real deal—the dirt beneath the red carpet.

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I Love This Guy!.......2006-02-17

More times than not, I found "Cojo" more interesting than some of the celebs he dished some info out on, because a lot of them turned out to be the way I suspected. Although I was quite pleased that he declared oft creepy Hugh Grant to be a "wanker," I was more interested in the fashionista himself--the reason I picked up the book in the first place. It was hard to put it down once I began reading.

Cojo is fun, witty, and seems to be a genuinely nice, honest guy. When I first saw the king of campy on the Today Show, I was positively blown away by his individuality and fearlessness of being true to himself. That's what I really got out of his book; the fact that I share a long history of being regarded as a social freak and how he didn't let anybody stop him from becoming a success in his own right. He also confesses that celebrities are chislers and not often as great to meet as a lot of people think--in other words, they're just like everyone else with the exception of PR and far more money than they often deserve. I'm looking forward to his next book, which is the reason I only gave this one 4 stars. Here's to hoping it's even better.

Gotta love the Cojo :-).......2005-09-04

Steven is hillarious and I just love him. If you've ever seen him on the Today show, his personality and his mood is infectious. He's really quick and sharp. I love the adjectives he uses in here for people. He never fails to make me laugh and he seems to be quite down to earth and an overall nice guy. Read this book. There's almost something in it for everyone and you won't regret buying this. It's certainly not a deep and meaningful book but it's never been portrayed as such, so forget the negative reviews.

Why do we care.......2005-02-04

About what this guy has to say about fashion, or anything else for that matter? How this guy gets 15 minutes of anything is beyond me and a sad commentary on our celeb driven society. I personally could care less about any celebrity except Hasselhoff. Hoff is the sun when it comes to the hollywood galaxy. There would be no entertainment industry without him. Oh my goodness, brad and Jen split, who the heck gives a badger's butt? I really don't care what celebrities wear, who they're dating and how much their home(s) cost. VH1 now has become E!, so my garbage intake can double. We actually sit and watch shows that rub how much celebs spend in our faces. We eat it up. You know what celebrities are? They are people with a different job than us that some are really good at. They just make gobs of money and many are really pretty after their $800/hr makeup artist gets through with them. This culture of ours cares way too much about them and worships them as if they are godlike figures. This cojo goof has a career because there are enough losers that will actually care about what Lindsey Lohan wears to an awards show. She could wear a firesuit and a ten gallon hat and I wouldn't care at all. Ok, I'm done.

As Hollywood Inside Info Goes ..........2004-02-19

I love Hollywood gossip books. This was the biggest waste of paper ever (and mind you, without the added highlighted quotes taking up most of the page ...) Really no inside scoop on anyone or anything, much less the author himself. A series of "aren't I cute" quotes that made me feel quite empty at the end. One of the most shallow people I have ever read about, used to like his appearances, now he makes my skin crawl.

Perfect dish........2004-01-24

I love Cojo's sassy commentary on tv and in People. This book lives up to his honesty on the red carpet. He always tells it like it is and this book is no exception. It's not brain science, but it's fun and fluffy, and he never claims to be doing much more than having a good time. I spent a very satisfying afternoon immersed in the glam world of celebrities and Cojo.

Red Carpet Diaries: Confessions of a Glamour Boy

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Red Carpet Diaries: Confessions of a Glamour Boy
Steven Cojocaru
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Steven Cojocaru
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The Lion of the North: A Tale of the times of Gustavus Adolp

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The Lion of The North : A Tale of the Times of Gustavus Adolphus (Works of G. A. Henty)
G. A. Henty
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In this story, Mr. Henty gives the history of the first part of the Thirty Years' War. The issue had its importance, which has extended to the present day, as it established religious freedom in Germany. The army of the chivalrous King of Sweden was largely composed of Scotsmen, and among these was the hero of the story.

Date: 1630
Location: Europe, Germany
Main Event: Thirty Years War

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Highly recommended.......2003-11-11

With the Thirty Years' War (1618-48) raging in Europe, sixteen-year-old Malcolm Graheme, and other Scots sign up to fight in the army of the great Swedish King, Gustavus Adolphus (1594-1632). The Scots form the very backbone of Gustavus's army, and Malcolm Graheme is right in the thick of things, finding himself in adventure after adventure as he fights his way across a Germany racked by war and religious hatred. With daring and panache, Malcolm outwits and outfights his opponents from 1630 through to the battle of Nordlingen in 1635.

George Alfred Henty (1832-1902) is largely forgotten today, but prior to World War II he had many young fans of his adventure books. Muscular fiction at its exciting best, Henty's stories follow a brave and upright young man through a series of adventures during great historical happenings (usually great happenings of British history). Teaching lessons largely out of step with today's world (bravery, daring, military service, etc.), this book is nonetheless a cracking good read. So, if you are interested in historical fiction set during the Thirty Years' War, then I highly recommend this book to you.

The Lion of the North: A Tale of the times of Gustavus Adolp.......2000-09-06

I thought that this book was a classic portrayal of a lad that had great morals trying to prove himself. I recommend this book along with all the other G.A. Henty books to everyone, young or old.

A Good Read.......2000-05-15

G.A. Henty wrote 'boy's adventure books' a genre which has been somewhat unfashionable for a number of years. This is rather sad as writers such as Henty wrote quite rousing tales which managed to show the importance things such as honesty, courage, and initiative without being preachy.

While the book's plotting and rendering of secondary characters are often skimpy, it is fast-paced, and has an excellent grasp on the historical era in which it takes place.

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Gustavus Adolphus, the Lion of the north
George Fletcher MacMunn
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The Lion of the North A Tale of the Times of Gustavus Adolphus [EasyRead Comfort Edition]
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"This amazing work of historical fiction is set in Europe during the Thirty Years War. With an honest and courageous protagonist, right in the middle of all the chaos, the work preaches grace under pressure. That moral value must be upheld, no matter what the circumstances is the motif of the work."

The Lion of the North A Tale of the Times of Gustavus Adolphus [EasyRead Edition]

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The Lion of the North A Tale of the Times of Gustavus Adolphus [EasyRead Large Edition]

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George Alfred Henty
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Gustavus Adolphus: Lion of the North (Heroes and Warriors)

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The Lion of the North: A Tale of the Times of Gustavus Adolphus
G. A. Henty
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Nearly 2 million Americans reach retirement age each year. Before anyone can begin to enjoy all the leisure time ahead, there are difficult decisions to be made about a host of crucial issues, such as Social Security, HMOs, insurance, and estate planning. Written by award-winning Washington Post financial reporter and syndicated columnist, Stan Hinden, How to Retire Happy arms anyone approaching retirement with easy-to-comprehend answers to all their complicated questions. How to Retire Happy:
• Provides practical advice and guidance on the 12 most complicated decisions to make before retiring
• Covers all the bases, from where to live to how to invest, from health insurance to taking money out of IRAs
• Goes beyond financial planning to offer practical advice on the key emotional and psychological issues surrounding retirement

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Different book than I expected.......2006-01-16

This was a very interesting book even for those of us who reitred early (in our 50's) because we had not yet had to deal with many of the issues discussed. However, the title made me think it was going to be more about the non-financial aspects of retirement -- the "Happy" part.

Now 6 years into our retirement, we have traveled for a year (and written a book "Live Your Road Trip Dream - Travel for a year for the cost of staying home), done some part time work selling, played with the grandkids, traveled some more, and are continually looking for new ideas to fill our days. As we often say to people, "Yes, we're retired, but we're not dead!" We have our eyes open and looking for new challenges. That's what I thought we'd find in this book. Hmmm, maybe I should write THAT book....

The author presents his topics with candor and real examples, which is very helpful. It at least gives you a general idea of where to start and what the "ballpark" looks like, but I'm still looking for more "happy" ideas.

Helpful Insight From Real Retiree.......2002-12-01

My first observation in reviewing "How to Retire Happy," by Stan Hinden, is that the title of the book is misleading. In fact, the author essentially waits until the last two pages of the book to tell us some reasons why he really likes his retirement. And we learn essentially nothing of his day-to-day activities that make his retirement a happy one. But, despite the misleading title, things turn out to be just fine, as by the time one reads through all the areas that the author worries about or used to worry about relative to his retirement, it is almost like we have lived through those experiences ourselves. We are now more than ever ready to learn more about the fun part of retirement from another source.

But more bad news is the fact that the author waits until age 69 to retire, then goes back to work part-time eight months later, even though both he and his wife have handsome pensions lined up. His conclusion is that he was much better off financially having waited to retire. This less-than-risky leap into retirement is not what most pre-retirement readers want to hear, I would think. Also, since he takes five years into retirement to finish the book, he brings us his views and information on retirement from a perspective of a man well into his 70's, an age that is well-beyond the current average age for Americans starting retirement.

But some good news is that his thoughts couple maturity with the freshness and openness that we're looking for. He tells us his goal for the book is to "take the mystery out of retirement." What he has to say, to me, comes in a style and content that is sincere, authentic, and not preachy or meant to be perfect. And while most of the book's information can be found in countless other books or materials on retirement issues, it is the author's personal-experience perspectives, weaving in and out, that make the book worth reading.

Perhaps the book's best chapter is the one entitled "How Should I Invest During Retirement?" As most experienced investors know, there simply is no one answer for everyone in this area or even for one person all the time. Says the author, "Your goal as a retiree should be to develop an investment portfolio that provides relative safety, current income for living expenses, and the growth of your saving." While we'll all probably agree with this, now what? It's a bit like a baseball manager telling his pitcher, "Don't give him anything good, but whatever you do, don't walk him!"

The author starts this chapter with, "Three years after I retired, I was shocked to discover that if my wife and I didn't cut down on our spending and get better results on or investments, we would use up all our retirement savings within eight years." He gets professional advice to concentrate on cash flow. And after laying out the financial alternatives that he has been provided in his real world, Hinden selects a combination not without risk, in an effort to squeeze out a return that will bring him enough money to buy things he's really counting on in retirement. In this area, he's taken real risk and is not putting us to sleep. His struggle is personal and frank, and his conclusion is more than food for thought.

And while I don't agree with his conclusion in the chapter on long-term-care insurance, he comes right out with his concerns: "I can tell you what scares me. It's the idea that my health or the health of my wife, Sara, might deteriorate to the point where one of us would have to become a resident of a nursing home for an extended period of time." And he shares his fear of "the very real threat that we could be wiped out financially by the cost of that care." What also is refreshing in this section and others is that he gives readers actual financial details for he and his wife that are involved in their decisions. How refreshing to have some real numbers from a real retiree.

Another enjoyable chapter is "Where Do I Want To Live After I Retire?" Again, he shares the personal struggles and explorations that he and his wife experienced in their relocation explorations. He brings this important area of retirement options to life and, as a result, you feel more experienced yourself after having read it. And finally, in his final chapter, "How Can I Age Successfully," his list of the "do's" and "don'ts" relative to growing older are first-class.

Again, perhaps the best thing about this book is that it is full of personal experiences from a guy who is authentically retired. The clear majority of "retirement" books now emerging are written by people who have advice and opinions on retirement, but have no interest in retiring themselves soon. I find this a bit ingenuous most of the time. What Hinden gives us is a view from the inside looking out. It is far from a perfect book on retirement, and most readers will find sections or chapters that they will want to skim or skip entirely. Despite this, I enjoyed reading the book and recommend it highly to others.

Not the best out there..........2002-05-18

A book for the beginner. The financial planning advice was broad in scope, but shallow in depth. For the novice. The book is written in the voice of a person from my parent's generation (I'm 48). The approach to planning here is very conservative and even a bit naive. There were some good passages on trusts and wills. I was also a bit surprised there was no mention of non-financial issues relating to retirement, like personal growth. Money isn't everything. Try the book by Wasik, much better.

Good basic book covers all the important areas.......2002-03-23

Solidly researched and tightly written, this one will answer all the basic question a prospective retiree could have without overwhelming the reader with unnecessary detail or repetition. The author doesn't neglect to cover important side issues such as how to age successfully and deciding where to live after retirement but also covers basic questions such as : Am I ready to retire? Can I afford to retire and How should I invest DURING retirement? All in all, a good, well-balanced guide to retirement planning.

Out of retirement.............2002-03-01

Stan Hinden writes a column for the Washington Post and I've read his column since day one. I cannot say this is the best book ever written on the subject because I've only read three books, but I can say I've learned a great deal about retirement from Mr. Hinden and what I've learned was not taught in the midcareer retirement seminar I attended.

Unlike some who write on the subject, Mr. Hinden is actually retired...well sort of. He took a retirement pension from the Washington Post and then started writing his column on retirement, and now he has published a book on the subject. As Yogi Berra said, it ain't over until it's over.

Mr. Hinden says although you may retire from one job, perhaps you'll go onto another. Many folks retire from several jobs over the course of their life. Others figure out how to retire once and do it before 40. Mr. Hinden's main point is to rethink what retirement means to you. And, it's very important to have a plan for your "retired" years.

Mr. Hinden deals with financial matters, probably not with the comprehensiveness of a financial planner, but he provides enough information to get you started asking the right questions as well as a list of other sources with more in-depth information. A few of his goodies include -- yes, you can arrange with Social Security to make deductions for tax purposes, and yes, you may be eligible for pension coverage from a former employee if you were vested before you left.

Mr. Hinden underwent surgery a few years ago, and he has a great deal to say about medical expenses and health insurance. He also has some things to say about decisions he made prior to retirement concerning his beneficiaries. He also explains some of the mysteries associated with Part A and Part B Medicare. He also discusses the value of long-term health care insurance.

It's never too early to think about retirement planning. I am sending copies of Mr. Hinden's book to all my children so they can begin to think about it. That should boost his post-retirement income by a few cents.

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How To Retire Happy: Everything You Need to Know about the 12 Most Important Decisions You Must Make before You Retire
Stan Hinden
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An analytical biography that combines biographical and critical information to estimate Skelton's importance to the fields of film and television comedy.

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Seeing Red: The Skelton in Hollywood's Closet.......2007-05-12

Being a huge fan of Red Skelton, I am certain that I will find this book enjoyable. This is the first book I have found written about Red in over 30 years.

Gehring Dood It!.......2001-06-15

Being a huge fan of Red Skelton, I was naturally eager to read about his life. But, after having read the Arthur Marx biography about him, I was a bit leery about reading Seeing Red because I didn't want my illusion of Red destroyed. Wes Gehring's extensive research shows because he gives the reader information from all points of view, and he leaves it up to readers to use their own judgments. Gehring has a witty and warm writing style, and his affection for Mr. Skelton shows in this great tribute to the funny man who signed off his TV show with "Good night, and God bless."

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This engaging work offers new insights into Astrid Lindgren's writing career. Born in 1907, Lindgren grew up in a small town but left home for Stockholm at eighteen. She made her debut as an author at thirty-seven. Pippi Longstocking followed a year later. In addition to her amazing productivity -- more than forty books -- Lindgren also worked as editor in-chief of Sweden's largest children's book publisher, her own publisher, until 1970. Vivi Edstrom discusses the themes most important to Lindgren's writing, including her use of fantasy and the influence of classical fairy tales on her work, as well as her creation of fictional realms where children live beyond the control of adults.

Customer Reviews:

Wonderfully Informative!.......2000-09-27

This book is not a biography of Astrid Lindgren, but a book-by-book study of why she is so popular (even, Vivi Edstrom says, with those who read "clumsy translations"). The book is very anecdotal which is nice for non-Swedes who want to know more. Some may consider the book a little heavy, but its not if you're a fan of Astrid Lindgren.

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