The Complete Idiot's Guide  to Doing Your Income Taxes 1998,
   by Gail Perry,

    Works best as an aid in preparing a return. This book is intended for the average taxpayer.  If your tax situation
    is somewhat complex--for example, if you're taking lots of deductions--consider a more in-depth guide. This title
    also includes information on tax software as well as ready-to-use IRS forms.

Book Description

                     With over 100 million people filing a federal tax return in 1998, this is the ideal book for those who
                     shudder at the thought of plowing through the technical maze of tax law. In this Idiots Guide you
                     get solid information in an easy-to-understand format combined with clear examples and
                     line-by-line instructions showing you how to complete your return while paying the least amount
                     of tax. The book is filled with tips on how to save money at tax time, tax planning strategies for
                     next year, answers to frequently asked questions and new information on available software
                     packages. Also featured are full-sized tax forms that can be reproduced, new law changes and
                     expert advice on everything from gathering and organizing records to dealing with an audit and
                     the IRS. Gail Perry, CPA, is a tax and computer consultant and author of Using Quicken 5 for
                     Windows.

Synopsis
                     This book is the ideal guide for those who shudder at the thought of plowing through the
                     technical maze of tax law. Perry provides tips on how to save money at tax time, tax planning
                     strategies for next year, answers to frequently asked questions, and new information on software
                     packages. Includes full-size, reproducible tax forms.