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Expand your modeling knowledge with reference books and magazines from the hobby world's most respected publishers. Browse titles covering weathering techniques and diorama finishing to sharpen your skills. Explore resources from AMMO by MIG Jimenez, Vallejo, Schiffer Publishing, and Kalmbach Publishing.
Whether you are just beginning your journey into scale modeling or refining decades of experience, the right reference material can transform your results. Books and magazines dedicated to modeling techniques, historical subjects, and finishing methods provide the foundational knowledge that elevates every build. MPM Hobbies carries titles from the hobby world's most respected publishers, covering subjects from military aviation and armor to dioramas, figures, and railroad modeling.
AMMO by MIG Jimenez is one of the most recognized names in scale modeling finishing and reference publishing. The Weathering Magazine series covers a wide range of techniques and styles, offering step-by-step guidance from professional modelers. Each issue focuses on a specific theme, making it an invaluable resource for modelers looking to master realistic weathering effects. Pair these magazines with our MIG Washes and MIG Weathering products for a complete finishing workflow.
Vallejo is globally recognized for premium acrylic paints and modeling products, and their Diorama Project book series brings that same level of quality to reference publishing. These books guide modelers through the process of building and painting realistic dioramas, with a focus on figures, terrain, and environmental storytelling. Complement your reading with our Vallejo Diorama FX and Vallejo Model Color collections.
Schiffer Publishing is a leading publisher of military history and aviation reference books, offering richly illustrated titles that serve as essential research tools for scale modelers and history enthusiasts alike. Their aviation titles, including coverage of aircraft such as the F-82 Twin Mustang, provide detailed historical photography and technical data that inform accurate, authentic builds.
Kalmbach Publishing has a long history of producing authoritative hobby guides, particularly in the areas of railroad modeling and diorama construction. Their titles on combining scales for realistic dioramas are especially useful for modelers working across multiple scales or building complex scenic layouts. Explore our In Stock Hobby Tools & Supplies to find the tools that bring these techniques to life.
The best modeling books inspire you to try new techniques — and MPM Hobbies has the supplies to support them. Browse our Tamiya Weathering & Texture, Vallejo Weathering FX, and Paint Accessories collections to find everything you need to put your new knowledge into practice.