Little Black Book Books in Order

Bob Mayer gathers practical advice for everyday problems and emergencies, covering household safety, travel, digital security, and basic survival. Short entries offer ways to prepare for unexpected situations and handle common difficulties with greater independence.

Bob Mayer explores New York City's geography, overlooked history, unusual buildings, and transportation. Brief chapters connect familiar streets and landmarks with forgotten disasters and surprising stories, offering a different perspective on the city for visitors and residents.

Bob Mayer examines mistakes that hinder writers, from unfinished manuscripts and ineffective work habits to misunderstandings about publishing. Drawing on his career, he offers practical approaches to developing craft, managing time, and building a professional writing life.

Bob Mayer combines survival techniques with accounts of real emergencies to explore preparation, first aid, shelter, water, and rescue. The guide also considers how clear priorities and mental resilience affect decisions when ordinary support systems fail.

Bob Mayer introduces the periodic table through the properties, uses, and histories of its 118 elements. Stories about discoveries, technological applications, and dangerous accidents connect basic chemistry with the materials and forces shaping everyday life.