Banish the thought of sending holiday wishes via e-mail. Instead, try one of these finely designed cards.

• Holiday Guide 2008

Books

Bank on It

Niall Ferguson writes in "The Ascent of Money" that markets don't make bubbles, people do.

• Blog: Short Stack
• Recent Reviews
• Bestsellers List

» Index: Books Section

Food & Dining

Raise Your Game for Turkey Day

An ambitious blogger tackles Alinea cookbook one recipe at a time.

• Blog: A Mighty Appetite
• Recipe Finder
• Tom Sietsema Dining Reviews

» Index: Food & Dining Section

Home & Garden

Gifts for Less Than $50

Need some ideas? We've got plenty. | The Best Holiday Cards

• Decorating: House Calls
• Gardening Tips by Month

» Index: Home & Garden Section

Movies

Girl Meets Vampire

"Twilight" may be aimed at teens, but it has a decidedly grown-up bite.

• Critics: Hunter, Hornaday, Thomson
• New This Week | Fall Movie Guide

» Index: Movies Section

Television

What's His Secret?

Simon Baker's TV career proves the third time is all about the charm.

• Tom Shales | Lisa de Moraes
• Interactive TV Grid

» Index: TV Section

Travel

Look for Sweet Deals

This season, good discounts are running close behind snowfall reports for skiers.

• Mid-Atlantic Destinations
• Business Travel
• What's the Deal?

» Index: Travel Section

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