You may recall previous news stories and reviews in relation to the book by Mr. Charles Adams, of modelersnotebook.com, titled Model Design & Blueprinting Handbook Volume 1.

The original news story by the esteemed Mr. Mark R. Smith is here:

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The review of this book also by Mr. Mark R. Smith Esq is here:

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The great news is that Mr. Charles Adams, of modelersnotebook.com has announced that revised and expanded Model Design & Blueprinting Handbook Volume 1 Second Edition is currently being printed.

He expects to have books ready to ship by early March, 2010, with a special pre-order offer available now. This new version has been expanded to more than 300 pages and now includes a complete Glossary and Index.

The new Second Edition is priced at $34.95 plus shipping and handling.

We understand the special offer comprises of the first 100 people who pre-order will receive the new book at the First Edition's original price of $29.95 + Shipping &Handling -- a savings of $5.

However, if you are among the first 50 people to order, you will receive the new book at the original cover price of $29.95 plus FREE shipping in the US. (Orders outside the US will get a $5 credit toward shipping and handling for a total savings of up to $10.)

Only the first 50 copies are eligible for this special FREE/Discounted shipping offer.

All orders will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once the first 50 books have been sold, we will update our website to cancel the FREE/discounted shipping option. After the first 100 books have been reserved, anyone ordering must pay the full retail price of $34.95 plus shipping and handling.

Additional news
Mr. Charles Adams, of modelersnotebook.com has also updated us on progress of future projects in the pipeline and they are outlined below:

Model Design & Blueprinting Handbook Vol2

See how both 2D drawing and 3D modeling tools can be used together to streamline the design phase of all your modeling projects and ideas.

In Volume 2, you'll see how to turn 2D blueprints into patterns that can be used to build 3D models. Then, learn how 3D "power tools" can make the blueprinting and pattern-making process quicker, easier, and more accurate. This comprehensive guide will demonstrate how both 2D drawing and 3D modeling tools can be used together to streamline the design phase of all your modeling projects and ideas.

This title is currently scheduled to be released in June, 2010.

Model Design & Blueprinting Design Vol 3

Explore new modeling frontiers as you learn how to turn your finished drawings into usable materials and components in the real world.

In Volume 3, you'll explore new modeling frontiers as you learn how to turn your finished drawings into usable materials and components in the real world:

Find out how to bring 3D models to life using rapid prototyping technology.

Gain an understanding of the capabilities and methods surrounding machine output -- including laser-cutting, 3D printing, and CNC processes.

Learn how to convert 2D drawings into useable artwork for making decals, dry transfers, and even custom photo-etched parts.

This title is currently scheduled to be released in Christmas, 2010.

How to draw anything with a computer

A Quick-Start Guide for the Craftsman, Hobbyist, and Do-It-Yourselfer See how to get up and running quickly in order to make the drawings you need for your next project.
Computers provide powerful and easy-to-use tools for creating many different kinds of drawings. Best of all, you don’t need to be a trained artist in order to use them! In fact, there are many ways non-artists can use the computer to make clean and professional-looking drawings for their projects.

In How to draw anything with a computer: A Quick-Start Guide for the Craftsman, Hobbyist, and Do-It-Yourselfer, see how to get up and running quickly in order to make the drawings you need for your next project. This handy guide, written by a computer artist with nearly 20 years of practical experience, explains all the basics you need to know in a format that is easy to understand.

This title is currently scheduled to be released in Spring, 2010.