The Experts' Guide to 100 Things Everyone Should Know How to Do

"Utterly useful . . . its own cultural Rorschach." –New York Times

The simplest things are the hardest to master. This book provides unparalleled insights into how to accomplish your daily tasks better–more resourcefully, more effectively, and more efficiently–in a collection of brief, entertaining how-to essays by 100 of the world’s leading authorities. Topics include:

Interpersonal skills, such as how to listen by Larry King
Etiquette essentials, such as how to set a formal table by Peggy Post
Home pointers, such as how to paint a room by Bob Vila
Beauty basics, including how to apply lipstick by Bobbi Brown
Cooking tips, such as how to barbecue by Bobby Flay
Health hints, such as how to breathe by Bikram Choudhury
Athletic advice, including how to hit a tennis ball by Jennifer Capriati


"A brilliant package." –USA Weekend

"Packed with advice." –Newsweek

"The latest insights into how to do much of the day-to-day stuff better, more resourcefully, more effectively." –Family Circle

SAMANTHA ETTUS is the host and coproducer of the Internet’s Obsessed TV. She is also the creator of The Experts’ Guide to Life at Home, The Experts’ Guide to the Baby Years, and The Experts’ Guide to Doing Things Faster. Samantha holds a BA and an MBA from Harvard University.