Leave your inhibitions at the door: Chronogram contributors and celebrated Tantra teachers Michaels and Johnson offer an accessible and stimulating introduction to the ancient Hindu tradition of sacred sexuality, incorporating philosophical and practical techniques to get anyone's erotic energy flowing. "The kingdom of heaven lies within each and every one of you."

In eloquent, observant prose, local resident Weissman expresses the beauty and confusion of turning on, tuning in, and dropping out in 1967's NYC. Tie-dyed, wide-eyed characters race through the narrative, shedding clothes and inhibitions as they go. A great read for those who were there—or those who wish they were!

Former Newsweek music critic, "punk contrarian," and Columbia County resident Schoemer navigates the spongy shoals of white-bread '50s pop. Tracking down faded idols Connie Francis, Fabian, Pat Boone, Patti Page, Tommy Sands, Georgia Gibbs, and Frankie Laine, she reflects on her parents' generation and her own personal and musical roots.

Geeks are from Mars, suits are from Pluto—or so it may seem when technology professionals and executives try to communicate. Luckily, Woodstock Web consultant Pfleging and business writer Zetlin are richly bilingual. Their book provides a kind of Rosetta Stone to help these interdependent professionals learn each other's language.

Shaky on Sun Salutations? Down with Downward Facing Dog? As co-director of New Paltz's Jai Ma Yoga Center, Hirschstein was repeatedly asked to recommend a book that outlined fundamental yoga poses for practicing at home. Her user-friendly response features clear illustrations and explanations of each posture's mental and physical benefits.