Encyclopedia of Bisque Nancy Ann Storybook Dolls 1936-1947
Elaine M. Pardee and Jackie Robertson
The dolls in this comprehensive guide are presented according to series: Flower girl, Around the World, Sports, American Girl, Dolls of The Day, and Dolls of The Month, Nursery Rhymes, Hush a Bye, Little Miss Patty cake, Operetta, Family, Masquerade, Powder and Crinoline, Storybook, and Fairyland. There are over 1500 color photographs and a helpful glossary. 2003 values.  $29.95

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Arranbee Dolls "The Dolls That Sell on Sight"
Suzanne L. DeMiller and Dennis J. Brevik
This book includes the majority of the known Arranbee dolls from 1922 through 1959, all under one cover, and in many cases accompanied by an original advertisement. Over 650 color photographs, and illustrations, including brochures and body construction details, are included in this book. 2004 values.   $24.95

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Small Dolls of the 40's and 50's
Carol J. Stover
This book features almost 1000 color photographs, catalog pages, brochures, vintage advertisements, special sections devoted to toddler dolls (Ginny, Ginger, Wendy, Muffie), baby dolls, British dolls, advertising dolls, "dress me" sewing dolls, and accessories. You'll learn the scope on why so many of the small dolls look alike, and why they were unmarked. 2002 values.  $24.94

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Collectors Guide to Horsman Dolls 1865-1950
Don Jensen
This is the first book on the market to tell the fascinating Horsman story, Partly history and partly an intriguing tale of an ambitious entrepreneur and his son. It is the ultimate reference for Horsman doll collectors, with descriptive listing and over 400 full-colored photographs, vintage catalog pages, and advertising pictures of commonly found and remarkably rare dolls. 2002 values.  $29.95

Collectors Encyclopedia of American Composition Dolls 1900-1950, Vol 11
Ursula R. Mertz
Ursula Mertz's first volume on composition dolls was received with great enthusiasm, and interest by doll collectors, and quickly sold. The second volume presents hundreds of clear photos and new research in this field. Marionettes and puppets are new features in this volume. Composition doll collecting as it relates to the internet is also a new section covered in this book, as well as questions most often asked by collectors. A biography of Harriet Flanders, creator of the Little Cherub, is included. 2004 values.  $29.95

Collectors Guide to Ideal Dolls, Third Edition
Judith Izen
Ideal's blockbuster dolls include Shirley Temple, Toni, Betsy Wetsy, Miss Revlon, Patti PlayPal, Thumbelina, Tammy, Crissy, and many more. This third edition will help you distinguish between the more common dolls and those worth thousands of dollars. Hundreds of full-colored photos of each doll Ideal produced from 1907 onward and their outfits included. With the addition of new photos and up to date information, and values, this book is highly readable reference guide, providing sweeping coverage of every known doll produced by this amazing company. Doll historian, and toy industry researcher, Judith Izen, writes it. 2005 values.  $24.95

American Character Dolls
Judith Izen
Sweet Sue, Betsy McCall, Tiny Tears, Little Ricky, Whimsies, Toni, Toddles, and Tressy, the most popular dolls from the American Character Doll Company of New York, are featured in this collector guide. Over 1,000 full-colored photos cover the entire line of over 100 dolls produced from composition to vinyl. Dolls and their fashions are depicted, with captions listing the year the doll was produced, marks, description, and current collector values. A brief history of the company is included, as well as a helpful index. 2006 values.  $24.95

Collectors Encyclopedia of Vogue Dolls, Second Edition
Judith Izen and Carol Stover
This new edition features 200 additional photos, for a total of 1600 shots, along with updated information and collector values. Besides the famous Ginny and her many outfits, there are special sections devoted to Jill, Ginnette, Jan, Jeff, Baby Dear, Brikette, Toodles, Wee Imp, Li'l Imp, and all the other Vogue dolls ever made, along with their outfits and accessories. This fantastic book also covers the design and behind-the-scene stories of the Vogue dolls. 2005 values.   $29.95

Doll Values, Antique to Modern, Eighth Edition
Barbara DeFeo and Carol Stover
Thanks to doll experts Barbara DeFeo and Carol Stover, this series continues. With almost 500 color photos, this eighth edition will remain its #1 best selling status. The book is divided into two sections, antique and modern, and many published references have been used for descriptions and marks, listed alphabetically by manufacturer type, the dolls history, marks, descriptions, and values are included. Collectors will love the easy-to-use reference, which aids in doll identification by manufacturer, type, and material. Over 6,000 listings and a useful index will benefit collectors. 2004 values. $14.95

The Barbie Doll Years - Sixth Edition
Patrick and Joyce Olds
Although many identification and reference books on Barbie's have been written about Barbie dolls, most of them are very difficult to search through for basic information. Since the First Edition of The Barbie Doll Years, Patrick and Joyce Olds have made cataloging a collection a snap. Every Barbie doll, her friends, and their accessories are listed alphabetically by name and year, making it possible to locate a specific even if you only know one of these details. Over 30,000 listings are at you finger tips, featured in a way that makes identification of one or 100 dolls easy. Cases, furniture, houses, paper dolls, children's clothing, Jewelry, games, and more are included, as well as over 100 beautiful full colored photographs of vintage Barbie's dolls. To make a complete reference, current market values based on actual selling prices throughout the country are provided. This essential guide is as must for all Barbie doll collectors, and dealers.  $19.95

Collectors Encyclopedia of Madame Alexander Dolls, 1948-1965
Concentrating on Cissy, Lissy, Cissette, Alexander Kins, Littler Genius, and Elise, this book continues on the theme of the late Patricia Smiths Encyclopedia on Madame Alexander Doll's 1965-1990, which was a great seller for many years. This encyclopedia spans the years of 1948-1965, which covers the vintage hard plastic dolls of the golden era of Madame Alexander dolls. Most of the highest valued dolls today were made during this period. The dolls from this era constantly win top honors in competition at the national convention of Madame Alexander Doll Club. Many of the dolls that began in this period (Cissy, Wendy, and Cissette) are the center of the Madame Alexander line today, after a time span of almost 50 years. 2005 values.   $24.95