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Mike Lawrence

    December 3, 1945 – January 1, 1983
    Complete Book on Overcalls at Contract Bridge
    Do-it-yourself Laying Floors
    The Complete Guide to Takeout Doubles
    A-Z of Formula Racing Cars
    How to Read Your Opponents' Cards
    Tips on Bidding
    • 2021

      Maker Comics: Survive in the Outdoors!

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      In this volume of Maker Comics, First Second's DIY graphic novel series, you'll find step-by-step instructions for seven projects that will help you survive in the wild! Sophia and Alonso have been packed off to their grandpa’s for a fishing trip, and they’re dreading spending a whole day in the woods without any cell service. But Grandpa opens their eyes to the wonders of the outdoors, and its dangers—from tick bites to hypothermia. And when a sprained ankle delays their return to civilization, the kids have to learn not only how to perform forest-friendly first aid, but how to safely spend the night in the woods when you don’t have a tent! Prepare yourself before you set off on your next adventure! Whether you’re hiking in the wilderness or camping in your own backyard, Survive in the Outdoors! will equip you with the know-how you need. In this book, you'll find step-by-step instructions on how to build a campfire, catch and clean a fish, make a shelter, and more!

      Maker Comics: Survive in the Outdoors!
    • 2017

      In his original Judgment at Bridge, Mike Lawrence gave us a lot of great advice on how to think at the bridge table. In Judgment at Bridge 2, Mike continues with his guidance on how to approach the game. Take Mike's counsel and you will become a better player and a more difficult opponent.

      Judgment at Bridge 2: Be a Better Player and More Difficult Opponent
    • 2016

      Muddy Max

      The Mystery of Marsh Creek

      • 226 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The story explores the classic conflict between children and their parents regarding muddy playtime, transforming it into an adventurous narrative filled with secrets and superpowers. Through the escapades of Muddy Max, readers learn a crucial lesson about the consequences of indulging in muddy fun, humorously revealed to involve earthworm poop.

      Muddy Max
    • 2016

      Third and final volume in the series by one of the best bridge writers in the world, which offers expert tips for bridge players, originally published in limited-circulation pamphlets twenty years ago.

      Tips on Card Play
    • 2015

      Tips on Bidding

      • 216 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Bidding tips for intermediate bridge players first published as pamphlets twenty years ago and gathered here, revised and updated, in book from for the first time.

      Tips on Bidding
    • 2015

      Tips on Competitive Bidding

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Second in a three-volume series offering expert tips for bridge players which were originally published in limited-circulation pamphlets twenty years ago.

      Tips on Competitive Bidding
    • 2014

      Falsecards

      • 188 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Revised and updated edition of a classic bridge textbook, which shows you how to (legally) pull the wool over your opponents' eyes by playing false cards.

      Falsecards
    • 2013

      This revised edition explores bridge auctions, focusing on the decision to balance or pass against opponents' bids. It emphasizes the importance of hand evaluation and offers in-depth strategies for balancing auctions, supported by numerous examples to enhance your judgment and decision-making skills.

      The Complete Book on Balancing in Contract Bridge
    • 2013

      Do-it-yourself Shelves & Storage

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Provides storage ideas for different rooms in the house, and how to fit a wide variety of shelves, brackets and shelf supports on walls and in alcoves. Includes practical projects for racks, shelves and wall units, and 185 photographs.

      Do-it-yourself Shelves & Storage
    • 2013

      The right design and style of flooring can dramatically change the appearance of any room. This handy guide offers practical tips for laying floorboards, wood panels, woodstrips, parquet, mosaics, vinyl, lino, cork and carpet, including preparation

      Do-it-yourself Laying Floors