Book Releases: November 24


in Genres


Tuesday is traditionally the day when new literature titles hit bookshelves, so that's the day when we'll give you all the information you need to pick up your next great read! Be sure to come back next week for an all new list. Read on for some of this week's most anticipated new releases.

DVD Releases: November 24


in Movies & TV


Staying in tonight? Holing up on the couch for the weekend? You need a good movie on DVD! Check out our selection of the hottest new DVD releases, and be sure to come back every week for an all new list! Read on for this week's top DVD releases.

The Basics: Sweater Dresses


in Women , Juniors , Style Expert: StyleBakery.com

Among the season's many cozy, snuggly pieces, one we're really loving is the ubiquitous sweater dress. Perfect for the office or for after hours, it's polished, classic and guaranteed to keep you comfortable in less-than-favorable conditions. It also presents innumerable styling options, which makes it incredible versatile. A tunic-style cut looks flawless with leggings and flats; belts and delicate ruffle details lend some styles a professional edge; ruffles and bows take them from simple to sassy (and party-worthy!). Here, a few we're eyeing:


Easy-To-Use Utensils For Your Little Ones


in Kitchen & Dining , Parenting Expert: MomFinds.com

The family's coming, and you've picked the holidays as the time your tot will shine with everything he's learned to do since the fam made their last visit.

Let's make it easier on them, shall we? Kids who are just learning to use a fork and spoon will appreciate the flexibility of Boon's Benders, a set of utensils that do just as their name implies - they bend.

How To Wear Liquid Leggings


in Women

liquid leggings - HUE liquid leggingsWhen the leggings first made their way back into fashion a few years ago, the trend was not universally loved. Despite some vocal opposition, celebs kept stepping out in leggings, and it wasn't long before fashion icons like Victoria Beckham were embracing the trend. Leggings are here to stay, folks. Which, in fashion terms, means they'll be popular for at least another few seasons. Liquid leggings are the latest sensation in the legging trend -- liquid leggings are made of shiny, reflective fabric to give your outfit star power. Keep reading for tips on how to wear liquid leggings.

Water Bottles -- Unique Stocking Stuffers


in Exercise & Fitness


Water bottles --Trudeau water bottle

Water bottles -- not your grandfather's glass jug or your dad's thermos. The water bottles of today are sleek, ergonomically designed and, many times, sports specific -- think Camelbak hydration packs for ultra-marathon runners or specialized holders for bike riders in the Tour de France.



For the rest of us mere mortals who need a convenient way to carry liquids, there are a number of water bottle choices. Below the fold, some of those options.



Camping Lanterns -- Not Just for Camping


in Camping & Hiking


Camping lanterns -- Coleman Classic lantern

Camping lanterns -- I recall the first camping lantern I ever saw; it used a really smelly fuel, had to be pumped up to start and maintain the flame, and I had to be very careful not to damage the mantle (the wick). Lots of work for, frankly, not a lot of illumination.



Well, things have radically changed in the arena of camping lanterns. And the best part is that camping lanterns are valuable for more than just camping.



After the jump, the varied uses of camping lanterns.


Great Health Gifts: Philips BLU goLITE Light Therapy!


in Health Care & Nutrition , Natural & Organic , Home Appliances , For Her , For Him , Health Expert: Nancy Redd

'Tis the season to shop for others, so until the end of the year, I'll be sharing some seasonal present picks that are sure to be health-conscious hits with those you're gifting, starting with one of my favorite items to ward off winter blues: The Philips goLITE BLU ($189), a portable form of light therapy that is getting rave reviews from people worldwide!

2009 AMA Winners


in Music


Taylor Swift and Michael Jackson took top honors at this year's American Music Awards. The King of Pop is still winning awards posthumously, he won: Favorite Male Artist, Favorite Album, Favorite R&B Male Artist and Favorite R&B Album. To date, he's won 23 AMAs, the most in AMA history!

Swift who won a four awards at last week's Country Music Awards and she won 5 AMA's for her album, Fearless.

See who else won last night...

The perfect tween girl holiday gift: Jewelry Design for the DS


in Video Games , Games, Parenting Expert: Whitney Wingerd

A hot pick this holiday season for tween and teenage girls is the Style Lab Jewelry Design game by Ubisoft for the Nintendo DS. Testing out this game made me seriously jealous that I wasn't a girl in 2009. I can only imagine how much fun a young girl would have playing this game.

Users design their own jewelry pieces by mixing and matching various beads and charms on the game. They can create a bracelet, necklace or earrings. Use the stylus to drag and drop your choices into your design.

Beauty Bestseller: NARS blush in Orgasm


in Makeup, Beauty Expert: Nadine Jolie

When the results of a study were recently published scientifically demonstrating that women with more glowing skin are universally regarded as prettier, was anybody surprised? Gals like us have known for years that a flawless complexion--plus that little extra attention-grabbing je ne sais quoi that results from flushed, lit-from-within cheeks--is the key to beauty nirvana. You'll look younger, you'll look happier, you'll look more well-rested, and you'll definitely look more beautiful.

The insider's secret to a gorgeous glow? There's one particular blush--beloved by makeup artists, beauty editors, bloggers, and 'real' gals alike--that is talked about, praised, adored and fawned over repeatedly : NARS blush in Orgasm ($25). That's right...Orgasm.

Bold Holiday Heels


in Women , Juniors , Shoes , Style Expert: StyleBakery.com

Just in time for the holiday season, designers are rolling out plenty of heels that are like works of art. Visually intriguing, splashed with color or unusual details (and often both), these shoes promise to make dressing for the season's parties easier than ever. Here are a few we're eyeing:



Apple Bottom Jeans


in Women

Apple Bottom Jeans Multi-platinum superstar Nelly is the mastermind behind Apple Bottom jeans, which are created to cater toward trendsetting women of all shapes and sizes. Designed with a woman's natural curve in mind, Apple Bottom jeans accentuate many different silhouettes, including plus size and curvy fits. After all, not every gal happens to be a size 0.

Take it from Nelly himself, who says, "A woman should not try to fit the clothes; the clothes should fit the woman!"

Amen, brother. Check out a few slimming styles we've had our eyes on:

Sony Digital Cameras: 2009 point-and-shoot lineup


in Camera, Photo & Video

Sony Digital Camera alpha-900 SLRSony has been a leader in digital cameras for many years and has a wide range of products available. If you're having trouble choosing a point-and-shoot camera, I'll review Sony's current lineup and give recommendations on the best deals whether you're looking for a small compact digital camera to keep in your pocket, or a full-featured camera with huge optical zoom.

Outdoor Cooking Stoves -- Tailgate Time


in Camping & Hiking


Outdoor cooking -- Coleman A50 stove

Outdoor cooking doesn't cease just because it starts to get chilly in the northern latitudes; it's still warm in the southern parts of the country. And, in both cool and warm parts, tailgating is just coming into its prime.



You can't hold a decent tailgate party without some freshly grilled goodies. Enter the outdoor cooking stove.



Below the fold, a look at some of those stoves.


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