Building Kites by Nancy Ann Belsky. A teacher's workbook suitable for kiters. Lessons in measuring and enlarging combined with good instructions for making sled, box and tetrahedral kites. Softcover, 102 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", $11.95

The Compleat Rokkaku Kite Chronicles & Training Manual. edited by Valerie Govig. Everything about the evolution in America of rokkaku challenges since their start in 1983. Reprinted historic material from Kite Lines, plus plans for a 7.5 foot rokkaku and two smaller variations, using modern materials. Appendix of resources. Softcover, 20 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", $6.95

Fighter Kites and Beyond by Wayne Hosking. NEW!A concise description of fighter kites from five Asian countries plus five plans for making modern designs in nylon, Mylar and Tyvek. Includes tips on flying, fighting and competitions. Has numerous color photos plus appendixes and index. Self-published book with comb binding. Softcover, 96 pp., 11" x 8-1/2", $23.95

The Fighter Kite Book! by David Gomberg. The basics of how to fly and battle them plus plans for a basic fighter. Self-published, with drawings rather than photos. Softcover, 74 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", $8.95

Fighter Kites by Philippe Gallot. LAST STOCK AVAILABLE!In English. Plans for 29 kites plus tips and games. Clear illustrations. Very limited supplies. Softcover, 96 pp., 8 1/2" x 10 3/4", $12.95

Flight Patterns by Leland Toy. A modest, accessible book from a well- remembered kiter. Solid tips and easy, well-illustrated plans for eight kites--including a rotor made from foam meat trays. A portion of this book's proceeds go to the Leland Toy fund. Softcover, 36 pp., 7" x 8 1/2", $11.95

From Crystals to Kites by Ron Kremer. A workbook for teachers of solid geometry, suitable for kiters.Inspiring shapes, good terminology. Plans for building a tetrahedral and other cellular kites. Softcover, 102 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", $11.95

The Great Kite Book by Norman Schmidt. A collection of 19 unusual designs, mostly insects and birds, all made from painted Tyvek. Short histories interspersed with the plans. Softcover, 96 pp., 8 1/2" x 10", $13.95

The Kite Fighters by Linda Sue Park. NEW! A book for older juveniles with great appeal for fighter kite enthusiasts of any age. Set in 15th century Korea, this is the story of two brothers who made and flew a kite for the King in the annual competition. The traditions and culture of Korea and its kites come through in warm detail. A few black-and-white drawings. Hardcover, 136 pp., 6" x 8-1/2", $14.95

A Kite Journey Through India by Tal Streeter. A handsome, absorbing kite travelogue mixes engaging stories of Indian life with excellent photos in color and black-and-white, showcasing surprising varieties of kites. Softcover, 182 pp., 7 1/2" x 10", $39.95

Kites by David Pelham. BACK AT LAST! This new edition is practically unchanged from the original classic, often called The Bible. First published in 1976 and still recommended for all kitefliers. Includes plans for more than 100 kites, plus solid, well-researched and -written aerodynamics and history. Color in half the book. Index, list of associations and bibliography. Softcover, 228 pp., 7-3/4" x 7-3/4", $15.95

Kites by Wayne Hosking. Last copies available! A large-format "coffee table" book with lavish color printing contains good research on Asia. Many photos; kitemakers not well identified. Softcover, 120 pp., 10-1/2" x 10-1/2", $11.95

Kites: An Historical Survey by Clive Hart. Revised second edition (1982). In-depth reference work has many black-and-white illustrations and the most extensive kite bibliography in print. Good index, no plans. Now in hardcover only, 210 pp., 7 1/4" x 10 1/4", $29.95

Kites for Everyone by Margaret Greger. NEW EDITION! This long-trusted book has been thoroughly revised, with new typesetting and layout that make it easier to read. The actual contents, over 40 kite plans and accessories, are the same as the previous edition, but some nice improvements have been made. Good straightforward style makes it ideal for beginner or expert. Softcover, 121 pp., 8-1/2" x 11", $14.95

Kites for Kids by Wayne Hosking. An introductory book intended for adults working with children. Emphasizes easy and inexpensive kitemaking with plans for 16 paper, 12 plastic and 4 "no-sew" ripstop nylon designs. Has problem-solving section; appendixes. Self-published. Softcover, 73 pp., 8-1/2" x 11", $8.95

Kites of Japan by Wayne Hosking. NEW! A large accumulation of history, traditions and pictures of kites from many districts of Japan. Many color photos with abbreviated text for each. Chapter on Japanese-style kitemaking intended for Westerners to imitate includes four plans. Has bibliography and index. Self-published book with comb binding. Softcover, 145 pp., 11" x 8-1/2", $44.95

Kites: Paper Wings Over Japan by Tal Streeter, Scott Skinner, Masaaki Modegi and Tsutomu Hiroi. This lovely, colorful survey of Japanese kites covers a wide swath, including history, many photos and kitemaker profiles--as well as information on where to view and buy Japanese kites. With appendixes. Softcover, 96 pp., 7" x 12", $18.95

Kites to Color the Wind by Wayne Hosking. NEW!An introduction to kiting, though broader than it is deep, emphasizes kitemaking. It features 18 plans for paper kites, including some unusual Asian designs involving bamboo, as well as 10 plans for nylon kites, including Helen Bushell's Trefoil, the Seven Sisters kite and a small parafoil. Has appendixes and index. Self-published with comb binding. Softcover, 88 pp., 11" x 8-1/2", $19.95

Kites to Touch the Sky by Wayne Hosking. "Homemade" book of 32 plans for plastic kites, good for workshops. No photos. Softcover, 96 pp., 8 1/2" x11", $9.95

The Magnificent Book of Kites by Maxwell Eden. NEW EDITION - now in Paperback! A heftier but little updated reworking of Eden's earlier Kiteworks. Contents based on material from leading designers. New Internet chapter (thin), approximately 50 plans, sewing tips, aerodynamics, accessories and (un)related stories. Kite paintings and a few photos in color. Appendixes and index. Hardcover, 464 pp., 9 1/2" x 8 1/4", $14.95

Make Your Own Kite (new kites) by John W. Jordan. Clear plans for nine original kites made of unusual materials, such as plastic foam and computer cards. Amusing reading from a genuine enthusiast. All in black-and-white with some photographs. Now in hardcover only. Limited supplies, 90 pp., 6 1/4" x 9 1/4", $14.95

Making & Flying Stunt Kites & One-Liners by Wolfgang Schimmelpfennig. Very limited supplies! In English. Wide-ranging and up-to-date, with superb color plans for six stunters and three one-liners. Some translation oddities. Softcover, 80 pp., 8 1/4" x 10 1/4", $12.95

Marvelous Mini-Kites by Norman Schmidt. NEW! A pretty, colorful book with 17 designs all made from 8-1/2" x 11" paper. Designs apparently borrowed from Kite-Folds by Beth Matthews of Australia. Hardcover, 96 pp., 8-3/4" x 10-1/4", $19.95

More Kites for Everyone by Margaret Greger. Plans for 17 kites, some old, some new, from simple to complex, all reliable and clearly presented. Softcover, 59 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", $9.95

On Bats, Birds and Planes by W. J. Brick. NEW!This simple homemade book, with black-and-white drawings but no photos includes clear design discussions and plans for 4 kites based on fighters and deltas, using wooden spars and plastic bags. Includes an Egyptian vulture. Also plans for 4 winders. Softcover, 36 pp., 7" x 8 1/2", $4.95

One-Hour Kites (same as British Kites to Make and Fly) by Jim Rowlands. Includes plans for 25 kites, including the Facet and three stunt kites. Softcover, 95 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", $14.95

Ski the Beach by Stan Rogers. "Homemade" book all about sand skiing with kites, the only title on this topic. Safety emphasized. Loads of charts and black-and-white photos. Softcover, 100 pp., 5 3/4" x 8 1/2", $13.95

Soft Kites and Windsocks (same as British Kites and Windsocks) by Jim Rowlands The best, most popular Rowlands work. Includes plans for 11 kites, five windsocks, five drogues and two bags. Softcover, 104 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", $14.95

Stunt Kites! by David Gomberg. The first of the Gomberg self-published books. All the basics plus tips from 20 top fliers. No plans or photos, many drawings. Softcover, 88 pp., 8 1/2" x 11", $10.95

Super Kites 3 by Neil Thorburn. Wonderfully quirky and personalized, with many designs for making delta-sled-box inventions. Tested, creative techniques use easily available materials, mostly plastic bags and wooden dowels. Also includes "kite gear." Written by an octogenarian who sounds like a teenager. Some color photos brighten this "completely handmade" book. Softcover, 123 pp., 5 1/4" x 8 1/4", $8.95

The Tao of Kiteflying: The Dynamics of Tethered Flight, by Harm van Veen. In English. Tough questions tackled by one of Holland's most respected kiters. Clear writing and diagrams explain stability, scaling, the subtlety of the fighter kite and how to make two simple kites. Charming cartoons. Softcover, 56 pp., 6" x 7 1/2", $12.95

25 Kites that Fly by Leslie Hunt. Reprint of 1929 original. Plans for good old-fashioned kites (Malay, shield, elephant, yacht, etc.) to make from paper and wood, also a clinometer. Historical data and photographs. Hunt was a kitemaker for the U.S. Weather Bureau. Softcover, 110 pp., 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", $3.95

The Usborne Book of Kites by Susan Mayes. A cute, practical collection for kids (or adults working with them). Six easy kites with well-illustrated instructions. Nice introduction to materials and flying. Many helpful tips and lively color drawings. Softcover, 32 pp., 8" x 9 3/4", $6.95

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