"The Official Dictionary of Sarcasm" postcards. 45 snippy postcards in a book. By James Napoli, of the "National Sarcasm Society".

A guidebook to waterways, islands and shores. Focused on Washington, British Columbia and SE Alaska. Twenty chapters.

A pointed overview of methods for gluing, filleting, glassing, and coating. It includes tips for fill coating, gloss coating, glassing edges and corners, using peel ply, surface preparation, tools, safety, and troubleshooting. Large color photos accompany the test. Russell Brown brings his decades of experience and precision to this wonderful guide. 

By Russell J. Brown.

Learn all about boats and their machinery. By Charlie Wing.

A clear, easy-to-read introduction to electrical systems. Updated for modern equipment, materials, and practices. Paperback.

Dockmanship, according to the author, is "the art, skill, and practice of safely berthing and unberthing a vessel". Anyone who has ever spent time observing the action at a marina or boat ramp will concede that the docking practiced by many recreational boaters today can hardly be considered an "art". Here is a book that provides the information to turn any skipper--even a novice--into a master of docking. Captains who feel they already perform well behind the helm will enjoy reviewing the standard and advanced techniques contained in this easily understood manual. The basics of rudders, propellers, lines, and fenders used on small to medium-sized boats are completely explored. For each type of propulsion (inboard, outboard, single-screw, double-screw, and sail), techniques are described for maneuvering port side to, starboard side to, stern in, and bow in, and for getting away and handling the boat in close quarters. The author also clarifies the effects of wind and current. 

By David Owen Bell.

Hailed by critics as one of the greatest sea stories ever written, this rousing adventure offers a fascinating combination of gritty realism and sublime lyricism in its portrayal of an elemental conflict. The author began a career at sea, and his shipboard experiences imbue The Sea-Wolf with flavorful authenticity. 

In the story, the gentleman narrator, Humphrey Van Weyden, is pitted against an amoral sea captain, Wolf Larsen, in a clash of idealism with materialism. The novel begins when Van Weyden is swept overboard into San Francisco Bay, and plucked from from the sea by Larsen's seal-hunting vessel, the Ghost. Pressed into service as a cabin boy by the ruthless captain, Van Weyden becomes an unwilling participant in a brutal shipboard drama. Larsen's increasingly violent abuse of the crew fuels a mounting tension that ultimately boils into mutiny, shipwreck, and a desperate confrontation. 

Read and loved around the world, this 1904 maritime classic has influenced such writers as Hemingway, Orwell, and Kerouac. 

By John London.

A definitive guide on hundreds of different knots from simple hitches to advanced techniques. Over 3900 knots are precisely named, classified, and accompanied by their history and best uses. With simple and clear instructions provided with every step alongside 7000 drawings to make it as graphic as possible, this guide is a necessity on any vessel or library. 

Written by Clifford W. Ashley.  

Traces the human impact on salmon in the last 1000 years. A history of fish consumption, with suggestions for tomorrow

Memories of CBC personality Grant Lawrence's humorous adventures in Desolation Sound. Beginning with his upbringing, Grant describes incredible characters such as the gun-toting cougar lady, left-over hippies from the 70's, and outlaw bikers. Later in life, Grant returns to revel in tales of "going bush", the dilemma of finding an ungaurded grow-op, and his awkward struggle to convince a couple of kayakers he's a legit radio host. With plenty of laugh-out-loud humor and inspired reverence, Adventures in Solitude is an ode to the magic and beauty of Desolation Sound. 

By Grant Lawrence.

A chronicle of a desperate sea rescue in Alaska. An electrifying look at the US Coast Guard. Paperback.

Hair-raising accounts of "Working on the Edge". Furious high sea adventure.

Sig Hansen's story of Deadly Alaskan fishing. Part memoir, par adventure tale.

A couple's journey through marriage and boatbuilding.

Discover the secrets of cooking with cast iron. 130 recipes for the home chef.

A handy pocket guide detailing useful boating knots.
Each knot is broken down into clear steps.
A treasure trove of nautical knot illustrations.
128 pages.

A real-life story about the rescue of stranded whalers. "The greatest Arctic rescue story in history." Paperback.

An easy-to-use guide for giving emergency first aid. Has concise descriptions of medical conditions. Well-illustrated and uses simple language.

The true story of the greatest Coast Guard rescue. Paperback.

"In a great green room, tucked away in bed..." The children's classic bed time book. 30 pages.

"The Path Between the Seas". David McCullough's in-depth history of the Panama Canal. Fascinating material about the construction of the canal. 669 pages.

The authoritative guide to the rock that we all must eat.
"The history of the world is written in salt."
By Mark Kurlansky.
Paperback.

A history of the Atlantic fishing industry.
Focuses on Gloucester, a traditional fishing town on the East Coast.
By Mark Kurlansky.
184 pages.

A comprehensive guide on how to maximize the use of marine radar systems for collision avoidance and navigation. With practical examples extensively illustrated with screen captures, new-comers and experienced mariners will learn how to tune a radar system, interpret the display under real-life conditions, and take advantage of all the built-in features and functions to use radar effectively as a real-time navigation tool. This guide is a necessity for all mariners utilizing radar and navigation systems aboard their vessels. Now includes 32-page addendum that describes the advantages and disadvantages of modern integration and navigation systems. 2nd Edition.

By Kevin Monahan.

Ernest Hemingway was a prolific fisherman. This collection of stories shows his passion for the water. Paperback.

"A Biography of the Fish that Changed the World." The history of cod fishing. A wonderful tale of how one fish impacted our planet.

Inspired, time-tested, mouth-watering recipes from the legendary Colophon Cafe in Bellingham, WA. Simple enough for any galley and loaded with fresh, sometimes surprising, ingredients. Also includes intimate stories of fishing and cooking. 

By Ray Dunn.

A history of the Deep Sea Fishermen's Union of the Pacific, the oldest known fishing union representing crewman in the United States. This limited edition pressing covers 100 plus years of previously unrecorded fishing history. 100% made in the USA. 
 
By Jeff Kahrs. Additional material provided by Barry Provose of Documentary Media. Research conducted by Thomas Samuelsen

Not just a celestial navigation textbook. An essential guide to sextant use. Well-illustrated paperback.

It's beach time for a playful pony!
A lighthearted celebration of friendship.
32 pages.
By Alison Lester.

Instructions for decorative ropework.
More than 30 core projects.
Paperback.

The Splicing Handbook, third edition. By Barbara Merry and John Darwin. Provides step-by-step illustrations for rope splicing. Covers twisted and braided rope projects. A must for any sailor. 256 pages, paperback.

Recipes, tall tales, drinking songs, and history.