Mark Simon Books

All artists are tired of persuading their nearest and dearest to look sad...look glad...look mad...madder...no, even madder...okay, hold it. For those artists (and their long-suffering friends), here is the best book ever. Facial Expressions includes more than 2,500 photographs of 50 faces--men and women of a variety of ages, shapes, sizes, and ethnicities--each demonstrating a wide range of emotions and shown from multiple angles.Who can use this book? Oh, only every artist on the planet, including art students, illustrators, fine artists, animators, storyboarders, and comic book artists. But wait, there's more! Additional photos focus on people wearing hats and couples kissing, while illustrations show skull anatomy and facial musculature. Still not enough? How about a one-of-a-kind series of photos of lips pronouncing the phonemes used in human speech? Animators will swoon--and artists will show a range of facial expressions from happy to happiest to ecstatic.

Storyboards serve as essential visual blueprints in TV and film production, illustrating the director's vision in a comic strip format. This tool aids in budgeting, design, and effective communication among the crew, ensuring a cohesive understanding of the project before filming begins.

Focused on enhancing SQL skills, this book provides guidance on writing effective queries for data selection and analysis. It aims to elevate the reader's data manipulation abilities, making it suitable for those looking to advance their existing knowledge in SQL.

The narrative reflects on a rich family legacy tied to a farm established in 1865, showcasing the author's experiences growing up alongside multiple generations. It highlights the deep connections formed through hard work and shared moments with family members, including his son Josh, who inspired the stories within. The book captures the essence of rural life and the importance of familial bonds across generations.

Focusing on the fundamentals of SQL scripting, this book provides a comprehensive guide to writing SQL across multiple popular dialects. It begins with Standard SQL and then explores specific features and syntax for PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, and SQLite, making it suitable for both beginners and those looking to enhance their SQL skills in diverse environments.