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Book Cover:  Built for Adventure: The Classic Automobiles of Clive Cussler and Dir   k Pitt

A gorgeous tour through Clive Cussler's outstanding collection of rare, classic, and antique automobiles.

Featuring stunning color photographs by Ronnie Bramhall.



A gorgeous tour through Clive Cussler's outstanding collection of rare, classic, and antique automobiles.

Featuring stunning color photographs by Ronnie Bramhall.



Published: 24/01/2012
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780399158100
RRP: $50.00
Book Cover:  Titanic, First Accounts (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
By Tim Maltin & Nicholas Wade

Fascinating firsthand accounts of the Titanic --in a deluxe package with gorgeous graphic cover art.

Historic firsthand accounts and testimonies by survivors and eye- witnesses including Lawrence Beesley, Margaret Brown, Archibald Gracie, Carlos F. Hurd and many more.

Fascinating firsthand accounts of the Titanic --in a deluxe package with gorgeous graphic cover art.

Historic firsthand accounts and testimonies by survivors and eye- witnesses including Lawrence Beesley...

Published: 01/05/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143106623
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover:  Riding with Rilke: Reflections on Motorcycles and Books
Whether describing the archival jolt of holding Virginia Woolf's suicide note in the British Library or the outlaw thrill of cruising Main Street in small-town America on a bike nicknamed 'Il Mostro,' Bishop tells a story filled with insight and humour.
Whether describing the archival jolt of holding Virginia Woolf's suicide note in the British Library or the outlaw thrill of cruising Main Street in small-town America on a bike nicknamed 'Il Mostro,' Bishop tells a story filled with insight and humour.
Published: 21/07/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143051312
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover: The Flying Book: Everything You've Ever Wondered about Flying on AirlineAirlines
By David Blatner
Whether we love it or hate it, millions of us fly every day – but very few of us really understand how it works.
Whether we love it or hate it, millions of us fly every day – but very few of us really understand how it works.
Published: 25/10/2004
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780140297874
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Great Railway Maps of the World
By Mark Ovenden

A unique, beautifully  illustrated and comprehensive history of the world's greatest railway  maps, and the railways behind them
 

A unique, beautifully  illustrated and comprehensive history of the world's greatest railway  maps, and the railways behind them
 

Published: 08/11/2011
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781846143915
RRP: $39.95
Book Cover: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycles, 5E
By Magazine Motorcyclist & Darwin Holmstrom

Experience the thrill of open road!

It's just you, your bike, and the highway stretched out in front of you.  As you maneuver the turn sand straightaways with ease, the wind whipping around you and the scenery flying by, you can't help but grin and think, It doesn't get much better than this.


Experience the thrill of open road!

It's just you, your bike, and the highway stretched out in front of you.  As you maneuver the turn sand straightaways with ease, the wind whipping around you and...

Published: 12/04/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781615640706
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycles, 4E
By Magazine Motorcyclist & Darwin Holmstrom
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycles, Fourth Edition , is the most complete book on motorcycles, covering everything from how to choose and maintain a motorcycle and how to buy appropriate gear, to how to ride safely, and how to make the most out of trips on the open road.
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycles, Fourth Edition , is the most complete book on motorcycles, covering everything from how to choose and maintain a motorcycle and how to buy appropriate gear, to...
Published: 03/03/2008
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781592577040
RRP: $29.95
Book Cover:  Powerglide Transmission
By Carl Munroe

Chevrolet produced over 17 million aluminium Powerglides from 1962 through 1973.  While never a popular performance transmission during its production run, the Powerglide has become the dominant automatic transmission in modern motorsports.  Favored by circle track and drag racers alike, the Powerglide is the transmission of choice of today's racer.  You will find Powerglides installed...

Chevrolet produced over 17 million aluminium Powerglides from 1962 through 1973.  While never a popular performance transmission during its production run, the Powerglide has become the dominant automatic...

Published: 09/06/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781557883551
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Street Turbocharging: Design, Fabrication, Installation, and Tuning of High Performance Street Turbocharger Systems HP1488
By Mark Warner

Transform an average car or truck into a turbocharged high performance street machine.

A handbook on theory and application of turbocharging for street and high-performance use, this book covers high performance cars and trucks. This comprehensive guide features sections on theory, indepth coverage of turbocharging components, fabricating systems, engine building and testing, aftermarket options and...

Transform an average car or truck into a turbocharged high performance street machine.

A handbook on theory and application of turbocharging for street and high-performance use, this book covers high performance...

Published: 22/11/2010
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781557884886
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Engine Airflow
By Harold Bettes

It's a well-known fact that the key to power is the management of airflow throughout the engine, from initial intake to final exhaust.  Airflow expert Harold Bettes has compiled decades' worth of research into a user-friendly guide that explains the complex ins and outs of engine airflow with real-world performance applications.  Included are sections on:

It's a well-known fact that the key to power is the management of airflow throughout the engine, from initial intake to final exhaust.  Airflow expert Harold Bettes has compiled decades' worth of...

Published: 09/06/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781557885371
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Chevy LS1/LS6 Performance  
By Chris Endres

RPO LS1

RPO LS1

Published: 09/06/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781557884077
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Dirt Track Chassis and Suspension 
By of Circle Track Magazine Editors

Circle Track & Racing Technology magazine, the leader in presenting state-of-the-art technical information for the auto racing community, now offers a chassis and suspension guide featuring some of the best dirt track racing technical articles ever produced.  Inside you'll find important topics critical to racing success such as shock and spring tuning, four-link tech, handling fixes, chassis...

Circle Track & Racing Technology magazine, the leader in presenting state-of-the-art technical information for the auto racing community, now offers a chassis and suspension guide featuring some of...

Published: 09/06/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781557885111
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover: The Motorbike Book
By Dorling Kindersley

An action-packed ride through the history of the motorbike

The Motorbike Book is all about the men, machines and landmark technology behind the most iconic bikes from ACE to Zündapp. Featuring over 1,000 of the latest and greatest motorbikes in the world this is an amazing visual guide tracing their evolution from the 1910s right up to the superbikes of today.



An action-packed ride through the history of the motorbike

The Motorbike Book is all about the men, machines and landmark technology behind the most iconic bikes from ACE to Zündapp. Featuring over...

Published: 25/07/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405394406
RRP: $49.99
Book Cover:  Car Crazy
By Dorling Kindersley

Buckle your seat belt and get ready for an action-packed race through the world of automobiles.

From turbo-charged dragsters to supercars and daredevil monster trucks...help your child get up to speed with all things fast and furious. Your child will snap up fast facts and be amazed as they discover all about the awesome vehicles inside Car Cr azy.



Buckle your seat belt and get ready for an action-packed race through the world of automobiles.

From turbo-charged dragsters to supercars and daredevil monster trucks...help your child get up to speed...

Published: 28/02/2012
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405391474
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover:  Bike Repair Manual
By Chris Sidwells

From mountain bikes and road racers to hybrid and leisure bikes find out how to keep yours in peak condition

Fully updated encyclopedic insight into how a bicycle works and how to maintain it for beginners and dedicated cyclists.  Clear, jargon-free advice steers you through a complete maintenance programme

Get up to speed with the hottest developments and pick up the latest in gear-shifter technology...



From mountain bikes and road racers to hybrid and leisure bikes find out how to keep yours in peak condition

Fully updated encyclopedic insight into how a bicycle works and how to maintain it for beginners...

Published: 28/02/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405365499
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover: The Car Book: The Definitive Visual History
By Dorling Kindersley
Ever wondered how Porsche and Chevrolet became household names? Discover the stories behind the men and the machines that created the most famous marques and take a virtual tour of the anatomy of iconic cars from each era.
Ever wondered how Porsche and Chevrolet became household names? Discover the stories behind the men and the machines that created the most famous marques and take a virtual tour of the anatomy of iconic cars from each era.
Published: 01/08/2011
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405361750
RRP: $49.95
Book Cover:  Ship (Compact Rejacket)
By Dorling Kindersley

5,000 years of maritime adventure in a new compact format.

From the earliest dugout canoes and the boats of the Ancient Egyptians to the most technologically advanced battleships and cruise-liners, this is the ultimate guide to every aspect of the ship, and those who have sailed them.

5,000 years of maritime adventure in a new compact format.

From the earliest dugout canoes and the boats of the Ancient Egyptians to the most technologically advanced battleships and cruise-liners, this...

Published: 31/05/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405353366
RRP: $49.95
Book Cover: The Complete Bike Book: Choosing, Riding and Maintaing Your Bike
By Chris Sidwells
Packed with step-by-step photographs, tips and invaluable advice from the professionals to ensure you keep fit and get maximum performance and enjoyment from you bike. How to get started Improve your riding techniques Maintain and repair your bike Develop your racing skills
Packed with step-by-step photographs, tips and invaluable advice from the professionals to ensure you keep fit and get maximum performance and enjoyment from you bike. How to get started Improve your...
Published: 01/07/2005
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405311625
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Turbo Hydra/350
By Ron Sessions

REBUILD OR MODIFY YOUR TURBO 250, 250C, 350, 350C OR 375B

Are you lost in the planetaries?  Does the thought of tearing into your turbo Hydra-matic transmission intimidate you?  Fear not.  This book shows you how to do it like a pro.


REBUILD OR MODIFY YOUR TURBO 250, 250C, 350, 350C OR 375B

Are you lost in the planetaries?  Does the thought of tearing into your turbo Hydra-matic transmission intimidate you?  Fear not. ...

Published: 01/01/1987
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780895860514
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Automotive Electrical Handbook
By Co. Inc. Inkwell

Covers all the basics of automotive  wiring.  Explains electrical theory and
how components work step-by-step. Includes a detailed glossary of terms and symbols and information on how to lay out circuit diagrams and apply them.

Covers all the basics of automotive  wiring.  Explains electrical theory and
how components work step-by-step. Includes a detailed glossary of terms and symbols and information on how to lay...

Published: 22/11/2010
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780895862389
RRP: $24.95

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21 May 2012
2012 Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIAs) - winners

The Australian Book Industry Awards were held in Sydney on Friday night. It was a great night for Penguin with our books taking the top honors in four book categories including the prestigious Book of the Year. Congratulations also to Peg McColl, Kate McCormack and the rights team who won the International (Rights) Award for the second year running for Paul French's book Midnight in Peking. United Book Distributors were again named Distributor of the Year.

Illustrated Book of the Year

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