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William Wallace Cook was a famously prolific writer, turning out so much pulp fiction that he was called "the man who deforested Canada."Best remembered today for his plot-generation book, Plotto, Cook also chronicled his first two decades as a high-volume pulp writer, The Fiction Factory. He tells how he got started as a fiction writer and the ups and downs of freelancing at the turn of the last century.In addition to being fascinating reading in its own right, the book shows how much harder writing used to be. Cook was not only an early adopter of the typewriter, gratefully abandoning his fountain pen, but also of the index-card-based filing system, which made his precious collection of background material (newspaper and magazine clippings) far more accessible.There's no better chronicle of an author writing quickly and with increasing ease, year after year.

Genetics of the Fowl is still the most useful work on poultry genetics. Just the last chapter, "Genetics in Practice," provides the best introduction to successful poultry breeding ever written, covering the difference between breeding for dominant vs. recessive characteristics, individual selection vs. progeny testing, inbreeding vs. crossing, and much more.Professor Hutt was sympathetic to the needs of practical farmers, show breeders, and researchers, so this book is far more than a compendium of genes, and yet this aspect is covered in loving detail. Chapters include the genetics of plumage, egg production, body type, disease resistance, and much more, with many illustrations of how the genes work in practice.Other works have come and gone since Genetics of the Fowl'sfirst publication in 1947, but Genetics of the Fowl is still the first book everyone should read on poultry genetics. New information has come to light since its publication, but it builds upon the solid foundation laid down by Hutt.Genetics of the Fowl is volume 3 of the Norton Creek Classics series, and is an exact reproduction of the original edition. See http://www.nortoncreekpress.com for more of these classic poultry books.About the Author: Frederick Bruce Hutt's career in scientific writing began at age 8. At 35, he became the youngest president of the Poultry Science Association. He researched, taught, and wrote extensively. He published more than 250 papers and articles, some intended for audiences of farmers and poultry hobbyists and others intended for researchers and geneticists. His clear, well-organized style won him a warm welcome with all audiences.

A Thousand Miles Up the Nile is a captivating book written by the renowned author, Amelia B Edwards. Published by Norton Creek Press in 2008, this book takes you on an unforgettable journey. The genre of the book is difficult to pin down, as it beautifully blends elements of travel, history, and culture. It offers a unique perspective on the Nile, as Edwards recounts her adventures traveling a thousand miles up the river. Her vivid descriptions and insightful observations make you feel as if you are right there with her, experiencing the wonders of the Nile firsthand. The book is a testament to Edwards' skill as a writer and her deep love for Egypt and its people. If you're a fan of travel literature or interested in Egyptian history, A Thousand Miles Up the Nile is a must-read. Norton Creek Press is proud to have this book as part of their collection.

Lost, Friendless, and Outgunned.Young Beverly di Mendoza knew something was up when her father cut short their Terran layover and changed their route to pass through Barigost, a planet she had never heard of. But she did not expect events to lead to murder and betrayal."One Survivor" is set in a richly textured future, amid the picturesque flotsam of the Terran Empire, now four centuries gone.Robert Plamondon is a writer, farmer, and engineer. He lives in Oregon.