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Another legal thriller by John Grisham? That’s right, read ‘The Appeal’ before it becomes a movie. Never has the law been so thrilling.

Learn a little something, and impress the ladies with some legal jargon right before you take them into your chambers and show them your briefs. $17.

If you’re familiar with The Game or The Mystery Method, then buying the Rules of the Game by Neil Strauss should be as automatic for you as negging an HB10 after opening a set.

Scratching your head?… don’t worry, just buy the d*mn book, and you can start getting in good with the ladies. $16.

Travel in style with Louis Vuitton City Guides for Europe and New York. They feature sites as well as restaurants and nightlife, etc. Not sure if it beats Frommers, but it’s definitely cool looking. Maybe it’ll be enough to fool the locals into thinking you’re somebody. $92.

Ever wanted to know who each and every centerfold was from the very first issue? Now you can see over 600 beauties with this picture book. It displays every centerfold from Marilyn Monroe to the present! This collectors edition book comes complete with a velvet-lined briefcase with combination locks. This book is essential “reading” for any guy with a healthy pair. $315.

Here’s a look at the US and World Economy by perhaps the most qualified human being on the subject, former Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, Alan Greenspan.

The book pulls no punches at the expense of the presidency and is sure to give you an insightful look at our economic future. Any man (or person in general) who is genuinely interested in his financial future should take a look. $20.

For all of you ‘lucky’ people out there who own an Apple iPhone, here’s some great bedtime reading for your enjoyment.

The iPhone book provides everything you need or want to know about the sometimes elusive device, all for a reasonable $16.49.

Playboy: The Celebrities might be your best present for this holiday. The book is filled with over 150 photographs from some of the magazine’s most famous subjects, including Naomi Campbell, Stephanie Seymour, Jenny McCarthy, Pamela Anderson, Debbie Harry, and Marilyn Monroe.