Saturday, September 10, 2011

New Nonfiction Books

The Daytona 500: The Thrill and Thunder of the Great American Race by Nancy Roe Pimm

daytonaLearn all about stock car racing’s biggest event and the drivers and crew who make it possible in this fascinating, fact-filled book.  You will join in the excitement of forty-three cars running nose-to-tail and side-by-side at almost 200 miles per hour.  You’ll also discover the rich history of stock car racing and find out why it’s one of the most popular sports around.

 

Cartoon 360: Secrets to Drawing Cartoon People and Poses in 3-D by Harry Hamernik

cartoonThere’s more to great cartooning than drawing a funny face.  You need to match that head to a body, give your character expression and attitude, and move him this way and that to tell your story, all while keeping his look consistent from frame to frame.  Cartoon 360 covers every angle of drawing fantastic cartoon people, from coming up with fresh ideas for an endless assortment of faces, to brining your work to a polished, professional finish with inking and coloring.

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