IN THE NON-FICTION SECTION
Credit: LA Times Crossword
April 5, 2009
Will Nediger

The clues below can be answered with a familiar phrase (starting with "To") - preceded by HOW. For example, given the clue ADVICE FOR PEOPLE WHO TALK TOO MUCH, the answer could be HOW TO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT.

1. Handbook of euphemisms
2. Self-help book for liars
3. Guide for language enthusiasts
4. Book for those who need to speak circumspectly
5. Manual to help people say what they really mean

Answers:

1. HOW TO PUT IT MILDLY
2. HOW TO TELL THE TRUTH
3. HOW TO COIN A PHRASE
4. HOW TO SAY THE LEAST 
5. HOW TO BE PERFECTLY FRANK