suggestions?

I am need some help.

Can anyone suggest a GOOD but reasonably priced photo editing program? I had photoshop elements on my PC laptop and I wasn't too much of a fan. ( maybe if I took time to read the manual, that would of enhanced my skills).

So, what programs do you use?

Right now, I am using either my iphoto editing program or picasa. They both are good but I want more.

HELP! :)