Can't add a book project in iPhoto 08

Hello, on a G5 Powermac, I have iPhoto '08 installed and OSX 10.5.8. When I add a calendar or card, it shows up in the 'Projects' section of the sidebar. When I try to add a book, I am asked to choose a size and style. I sellect 'Choose' and nothing happens.
I have tried the same on an empty library in a new user account, and the same happens.
Can anyone help?
Thanks, Sheldon.
BTW, it used to work (might have been an older version of iphoto). and also, it works on my Mac Pro using iPhoto '08.

Thanks Larry. I had actually done that - to no avail. I should note again the same problem exists using iPhoto in a brand new user account and a brand new iPhoto library.
I ended up deleting the app, its preferences and themes using app zapper and moving to trash. I reinstalled from the install disc and pointed to the library. It works now.
Thanks for your replies though.
--Sheldon.

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