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The Teach Yourself series from UK publisher Hodder Education has published Irie Tsure's new guide, Getting Started in the Second Life World. Written by a successful Second Life resort owner, this resourceful and comprehensive guide will accompany new residents on the tricky journey from ‘Newbie’ to seasoned resident in the virtual world of Second Life. Intended to cover every skill required to enjoy and prosper within the Second Life experience, the book will follow the development and provide support for a new character, from deciding to download the software right through to proficient use of the modeling tools needed to be really creative within Second Life. Authored by an established, popular, business savvy and creative SL character, areas covered include: -What and where is Second Life (SL)-Glossary for ‘Newbies’-What can I see and do in SL-Vital skills-Modelling tools-Exploring SL-Creativity-Shopping -Land-Starting a business Most other books are written by techies or tourists, not by an author who has actually made the SL experience work for themselves, and claims to be packed with practical advice for the Second Life 'newbie'. This guide covers all of the things you need to know to live in Second Life from creating your persona to socializing and shopping, including a color plate section to show clearly the colour-coding required for the 3D modeling tools in Second Life that could be very useful to aspiring builders. There are specific chapters on preparing for, arriving in, and exploring Second Life. I suppose lag is unfortunately a big enough problem to deserve its own chapter, but more hopefully, Tsure goes on to offer advice on interacting and socializing in Second Life, because isn't that why we're all here? Budding virtual entrepreneurs can also get Irie's advice on owning virtual land and earning money in SL, while ambitious designers can get inspired by her advice on building, texturing and understanding scripting in Second Life. As a successful entrepreneur in Second Life, Irie Tsure owns and manages the popular Irie Vibes Reggae nightclub and resort. The best recommendation for buying the book and following her advice is that Tsure's Second Life activities currently create a significant real life income. What better credential does an author on SL need?