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With so many books available at your local hobby shop, (We entered more than 70 into this list with our first compilation) weeding out the useful ones from the duds can be a daunting task. It is our hope that you will be able to use this area to find the types of information that your interested in.

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	Model Railroader's Guide to Coal Railroading By Tony Koester / Kalmbach / December 2006 Master modeler Tony Koester gives you a handy reference for modeling a coal-hauling prototype-based or freelance railroad. Chapters introduce coal and the coal industry. Includes information on modeling coal trains, company towns, and coal customers, plus operating tips.
	90 Days to Rockville: Modeling the World's Longest Stone Masonry Bridge By Jim Spavins / CreateSpace / August 2009 Follow along with the construction of an HO scale model railroad module based on the renowned Rockville Bridge over the Susquehanna River in Pennsylvania. Numerous pictures and diagrams show the complete process of building the module from design through scenery. See how the module was constructed in less than 90 days!
	Basic Scenery for Model Railroaders: The Complete Photo Guide By Lou Sassi / Kalmbach / November 2001 This book covers simple techniques needed to make realistic scenery for a layout of any size or scale. Each chapter includes step-by-step color photos, illustrations, and diagrams that demonstrate the basic steps to adding prototypical scenery elements to a layout. It includes one-evening projects!
	Creating Realistic Landscapes for Model Railways By Tony Hill / Crowood Press / March 2011 The landscape through which railways run is often the inspiration and reason why people choose to model a particular line. Therefore creating a realistic setting in which to operate your railway is an essential aspect of modeling, yet it is often overlooked or left until the last moment. Creating authentic and believable scenery without spending a fortune or buying it 'ready made' is a skill that, with patience and understanding, can be achieved. In Creating Realistic Landscapes for Model Railways, highly skilled landscape modeler Tony Hill shows you, through step-by-step photo sequences and clear instructions, how you too can re-create a realistic landscape for your model railway.
	Essential Model Railroad Scenery Techniques By Pelle K. Soeborg / Kalmbach / October 2009 A comprehensive how-to guide for constructing the most common forms of scenery: mountains, deserts, lakes and streams, and rural and town scenes.
	How to Build and Detail Model Railroads Scenes, Vol. 2 By Lou Sassi / Kalmbach / April 2009 Learn how to realistically model a main street firehouse, an implement dealership, and an entire Northeastern town. Included are historical backgrounds and period details.
	How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery By Dave Frary / Kalmbach / October 2005 One of model railroading's best-known scenery modelers offers new techniques for adding realism to a layout of any size or scale. Featuring today's newest products and equipment, this third edition of one of Kalmbach's top-sellers will attract modelers with contemporary images of diesel locomotives and urban settings, plus updates to Dave's trademark scenery “recipes.” Hundreds of photographs bring the techniques to life and make it easy for modelers to get started quickly.
	Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles By Model Railroader / Kalmbach / March 1992 Teaches how to build sturdy model bridges and trestles of stunning realism. Includes construction plans, prototype photos, and over 20 sets of scale drawings for scratchbuilding, kitbashing, or modifying commercial bridge kits. 8 1/4 x 11 1/4; 152 pgs.; 100 B&W photos; 100 Illustrations
	Model Railroader's Guide to Bridges, Trestles and Tunnels By Jeff Wilson / Kalmbach / November 2005 Prolific Kalmbach author Jeff Wilson shows modelers how to re-create numerous types of railroad and highway bridges based on prototype designs. Divided into chapters by bridge type, each chapter shows several prototype examples and demonstrates techniques for modeling, painting, weathering, and installing the models on a layout.
	Model Railroader's Guide to Freight Yards By Andy Sperandeo / Kalmbach / December 2004 HO and N scale illustrations and prototype and layout photos introduce modelers to the principles of designing, constructing and operating a realistic freight yard. Covers the operations of a prototype freight yard, including receiving, classifying, cleaning, and more; outlines the basic structures; and offers techniques for modeling a freight yard on a layout of any size or era.
	Model Railroader's Guide to Industries along the Tracks By Jeff Wilson / Kalmbach / November 2004 Provides model railroaders with an overview of North American mining, refining, and agricultural operations served by the railroads, and the specific techniques used to model them on a realistic layout of any scale. Jeff Wilson's clear, concise style makes these complex industries easy to understand and model. Numerous photos and illustrations show key structures, the sequence of operations, and the details modelers can incorporate to accurately represent the industries.
	Model Railroader's Guide to Industries along the Tracks 2 By Jeff Wilson / Kalmbach / November 2006 Add realism to your layout! Jeff Wilson provides insights, photos, and guidelines for modeling several rail-served industries. Includes overviews of creameries and milk traffic; the paper industry; breweries; iron ore mining and transloading; freight houses and less-than-carload traffic, and coal customers.
	Model Railroader's Guide to Locomotive Servicing Terminals By Martin McGuirk / Kalmbach / November 2001 Offers hobbyists a guide to modeling locomotive service, repair, and storage terminals. Also includes tips and techniques for modeling trackage, structures, and other terminal details appropriate for the steam or diesel era.
	Modeling the '50s: The Glory Years of Rail By Model Railroader / Kalmbach / January 2008 Take in historical information and photos covering locomotives, passenger equipment, freight cars, and trackside details. Featured layouts in a variety of scales show you how to model Chicago’s Dearborn Station, move coal in the Appalachians, carry produce, and recreate Los Angeles of the 1950s.
	New Scenery Tips and Techniques By Model Railroader / Kalmbach / November 2002 Scenery projects and ideas that will bring your layout to life! A collection of helpful scenery stories from the pages of ""Model Railroader"" Magazine. Numerous feature articles, organized by topic, that are compiled to help you develop proven techniques and new ideas for creating realistic scenery on a layout of any size or scale.
	Painting Backdrops for Your Model Railroad By Mike Danneman / Kalmbach / December 2008 This book shows you how easy it can be to add backdrops to your layouts by explaining why you need one, how to build and paint one, how to add clouds, how to blend with layout scenery, and more. Other techniques such as using photos and commercial backdrops are also included.
	Planning Scenery for Your Model Railroad By Tony Koester / Kalmbach / January 2007 Fourth in the Realistic Model Railroading series by the same author, this volume shows modelers how to turn to the real thing – natural land forms, crops, forests, water features, and even the seasons, to get better results on their model railroad layouts. What are the critical – and “model-able” – differences between the Rockies and the Appalachian Mountains, for example, and what resources can help modelers achieve a natural-looking scene from each area? These big ideas are supported by modeling projects as examples of incorporating realistic natural effects including rock strata, water forms, field crops, and space-saving industries.
	Scenery for Your Model Railroad: from Backdrop to Tabletop By Mike Danneman / Kalmbach / December 2000 Create a more realistic scene behind and around your model railroad! This book shows you how, from ground cover and rockwork, to trees, water, and more. Learn the finishing touches that give a railroad character. Includes photos of models and prototype scenes for inspiration.
	Scenery Techniques for Toy Trains By Peter H. Riddle / Kalmbach / December 2011 For toy train operators looking to add scenery and dimension to their layouts, this book offers simple solutions. It explains how to use foam as a scenery base and how to shape it into mountains and rivers. Step-by-step photographs and instructions illustrate techniques for adding streets, accessories, and even a working drive-in theater.
	Signalboxes for the Modeller By Michael Vanns / Allan, Ian Publishing / September 2011 Signal Boxes for the Modeller aims to provide the modeler with a more detailed examination of signal box types and design, previously mentioned briefly in Aspects of Modelling Signalling. The book gives the reader background on the evolution of the signal box, the main designs produced by the pre-grouping railway companies and their successors, the different types of material used in construction, the positioning of signal boxes, boxes at level crosses through to signal boxes in tight locations. Drawing upon descriptive and easy-to-follow instructions and information coupled with a variety of color and mono illustrations. This book will prove a great addition to every modeler's collection.
	Signalling By Nigel Digby / Allan, Ian Publishing / January 2011 This valuable new addition to the Aspects of Modelling series will give modelers of all abilities, and particularly beginners, all the necessary skills and abilities to perfect all aspects of the signaling on a model railway. Beginning with the basics this volume explains how signaling theory can be replicated in model form. The practicalities of operational semaphore and MAS signaling are given full and practical coverage. Beautifully illustrated throughout with vivid, detailed pictures that are ideal for reference, this practical guide provides essential advice for anyone starting out in railway modeling, and also gives many useful hints and tips for experienced modelers on how to enhance a re-created railway scene and achieve the very highest level of accuracy in every layout. This is one title that every modeler should have on the library shelf, and it makes a valuable addition to an excellent modeling series.
	The Model Railroader's Guide to Diesel Locomotives By Jeff Wilson / Kalmbach / December 2009 Model railroaders will learn the history, spotting features, characteristics and operation of diesel locomotives, and how to determine appropriate eras, details and features, and the type of specialized diesel service.
	The Model Railroader's Guide to Industries Along the Tracks 3 By Jeff Wilson / Kalmbach / December 2008 This informative volume explores six rail industries full of modeling possibilities. You’ll learn how to realistically recreate and incorporate industries such as ethanol, cement, canning, and sugar beets into your layouts through prototype photos and modeling suggestions. A history of each industry is also included.
	The Model Railroader's Guide to Logging Railroads By Matt Coleman / Kalmbach / February 2008 Matt Coleman explains the business of logging railroads and shows prototype operations by region. Photos of locomotives and other logging-line equipment and structures set the stage for modeling logging scenes and designing a logging layout.
	The Model Railroader's Guide to Mountain Railroading By Tony Koester / Kalmbach / November 2011 With its dramatic scenery and challenging operations, mountain railroading is an appealing theme that crosses many regions and all eras. Respected author Tony Koester offers insight into layout and track planning, and compares narrow gauge with standard gauge railroads. Essential advice on achieving realistic mountain operation is included, along with tips for working relevant scenery into the layout.
	The Model Railroader's Guide to Steel Mills By Bernard Kempinski / Kalmbach / April 2010 The Model Railroader’s Guide to Steel Mills makes modeling this archetypical American industry possible for the average modeler. Author and expert Bernard Kempinski explains the industrial process and the massive complex built around steel production. The reader will better understand how to create a realistic mill area and set up its rail operations. Chapters are included for steelmaking, steel mill railroads, steel mill track planning, and modeling tips.
	The Model Railroader's Guide to Trackside Structures By Jeff Wilson / Kalmbach / May 2011 Discover iconic railroad structures and their importance to the industry; then learn to model them! Filled with historical photos, this book from Jeff Wilson describes the design and operation of various types and styles of depots, passenger stations, and freight houses. It also covers the smaller structures and details found along railroad rights-of-way such as interlocking towers, maintenance sheds, crossing shanties and gates, signs, and communication lines. Water towers, icing platforms, scales, and other service structures are also included.