One Color a Day Sketchbook - by Courtney Cerruti (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 5.7 Inches (H) x .9 Inches (W) x 7.4 Inches (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 144Genre: ArtSub-Genre: TechniquesFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Abrams NoterieAuthor: Courtney CerrutiAge Range: AdultBook theme: ColorLanguage: English Book Synopsis Make a time capsule of your year with watercolor One Color a Day is a simple and meditative way to visually document each day. Within the book's orderly gridded layout, you simply paint a daily color and add a word or phrase that reflects your current mood, an observation, or an experience. The result is a visually stunning, deeply personal, and totally unique record of a year. One Color a Day begins with an encouraging note to all aspiring creatives, explaining the many benefits of the practice along with a little technical advice about painting with watercolor. Interspersed throughout are spreads with inspiring ideas for choosing your daily color and using it as an opportunity to set an intention or to reflect on the different aspects of your life. About the Author Courtney Cerruti is an artist, educator, video producer, curator, and executive content editor at Creativebug. Courtney's projects have been featured in Flow magazine, Oh Happy Day, Design Sponge, The Jealous Curator, and BuzzFeed, among others. In 2016, she opened Long Weekend, an art supply shop and gallery in Oakland, California.
The Great Candy Caper (Jojo's Sweet Adventures) - by Jojo Siwa (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8 Inches (H) x .8 Inches (W) x 5.5 Inches (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 112Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Comics & Graphic NovelsSeries Title: Jojo's Sweet AdventuresFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Amulet BooksAuthor: Jojo SiwaAge Range: 9-12 YearsBook theme: Media Tie-InLanguage: English Book Synopsis An all-new graphic novel adventure starring Nickelodeon superstar JoJo Siwa Gumdrops and chocolate and lollipops, oh, my! JoJo has been asked to perform at the opening of a new candy-themed amusement park in Hollywood Hills--and best of all, she's allowed to bring two guests for an exclusive tour before the grand opening! She invites Kyra and Grace to a land where their wildest candy-related fantasies are sure to come true. But when Grace goes missing in the gumball pit, what are JoJo and Kyra to do? A madcap search through a magical candy wonderland results in some sweet surprises for all! About the Author JoJo Siwa is an entrepreneur, Nickelodeon talent, author, YouTube personality, and former costar of the hit show Dance Moms. She lives and works in Los Angeles. Visit itsjojosiwa.com for more.
Cards Against Anxiety (Guidebook & Card Set) - by Pooky Knightsmith (Mixed Media Product)
Dimensions (Overall): 8 Inches (H) x 1.2 Inches (W) x 6 Inches (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: Self ImprovementSub-Genre: Anxieties & PhobiasFormat: Mixed Media ProductPublisher: Abrams NoterieAuthor: Pooky KnightsmithAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Anytime and anywhere, put your worries to rest with this guidebook and portable set of cards Cards Against Anxiety is a unique approach to dealing with anxiety, overwhelming thoughts, and other unwanted feelings that accompany the stresses of everyday modern life. This slipcase set includes a guide to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques, and a deck of 25 wallet-size cards. Each card has a focus phrase on the front and a handy reminder of the technique on the back. The book highlights which methods you may find most useful for different situations, so you can pull the card that you want to focus on and carry it with you or prop it up on your desk or mirror. Whether you are at work, at school, at home, or on the road, these techniques are easy to use and, with practice, will significantly improve your mood, focus, and quality of life. Special FeaturesSlipcase box with 128-page paperback book and 25 cards About the Author Pooky Knightsmith is an internationally respected face of child and adolescent mental health. She is a prolific keynote speaker, lecturer, trainer, and author who develops and shares practical, evidence-informed approaches to promoting mental health.
Kate Spade New York: Places to Go, People to See - (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 9 Inches (H) x 1 Inches (W) x 6 Inches (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 240Genre: PhotographySub-Genre: Subjects & ThemesFormat: HardcoverPublisher: ABRAMSAuthor: Kate SpadeAge Range: AdultBook theme: FashionLanguage: English About the Book Focuses on the how, where and why of travel through the lens of the always-inspired kate spade new york girl. this new volume features vibrant photography, old-world glamour, a dash of charm and inspirational quotes, tips and words of wisdom that every kate spade new york girl should know. Book Synopsis kate spade new york: places to go, people to see focuses on the how, where and why of travel through the lens of the always-inspired kate spade new york girl. this new volume features vibrant photography, old-world glamour, a dash of charm and inspirational quotes, tips and words of wisdom that every kate spade new york girl should know. kate spade new york: places to go, people to see showcases chic destinations such as paris, new york city, the amalfi coast, marrakech, tokyo, and st moritz, along with ways to incorporate those things seen, heard and experienced into life back home. kate spade new york: places to go, people to see will have you booking a plane ticket the moment you finish turning the pages! Review Quotes "A funny and witty read with just the right amount of sass to get us through the day fashionably. Full of inspiring quotes, amusing tips, and words of wisdom for when you need them."-- "FashionDailyMag.com" About the Author kate spade new york started with four people in 1993. It has grown a bit since then, but the charming dream-big, anything-is-possible mentality has stayed the same. In the last 20+ years, the once-handbag company has become a global lifestyle brand with shops around the world and categories including handbags, clothing, jewelry, shoes, stationery, accessories, fragrance, and home.
El Deafo (Paperback) (Cece Bell)
Dimensions (Overall): 9 Inches (H) x 5.9 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 233Genre: Juvenile NonfictionSub-Genre: Health + Daily Living / Physical ImpairmentsFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Harry N Abrams IncAuthor: Cece BellAge Range: 9-12 YearsLanguage: English About the Book The author recounts in graphic novel format her experiences with hearing loss at a young age, including using a bulky hearing aid, learning how to lip read, and determining her "superpower." Book Synopsis The beloved #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Honor winning graphic novel memoir from Cece Bell Starting at a new school is scary, especially with a giant hearing aid strapped to your chest! At her old school, everyone in Cece's class was deaf. Here, she's different. She's sure the kids are staring at the Phonic Ear, the powerful aid that will help her hear her teacher. Too bad it also seems certain to repel potential friends. Then Cece makes a startling discovery. With the Phonic Ear she can hear her teacher not just in the classroom but anywhere her teacher is in the school--in the hallway . . . in the teacher's lounge . . . in the bathroom! This is power. Maybe even superpower! Cece is on her way to becoming El Deafo, Listener for All. But the funny thing about being a superhero is that it's just another way of feeling different . . . and lonely. Can Cece channel her powers into finding the thing she wants most, a true friend? Also Available: El Deafo: Superpowered Edition! Get a special hardcover collector's edition of Cece Bell's beloved graphic novel with 40 bonus pages of childhood photographs, early sketches, notes from Cece, and much more! Review Quotes **STARRED REVIEW** "Bell's earnest rabbit/human characters, her ability to capture her own sonic universe ("eh sounz lah yur unnah wawah!"), and her invention of an alter ego--the cape-wearing El Deafo, who gets her through stressful encounters . . . all combine to make this a standout autobiography."-- "Publishers Weekly, starred review" **STARRED REVIEW** "Her whimsical color illustrations (all the human characters have rabbit ears and faces), clear explanations and Cece's often funny adventures help make the memoir accessible and entertaining."-- "Kirkus Reviews, starred review" **STARRED REVIEW** "This memoir is thus exceptionally informative and entertaining in relation to some aspects of deaf communication, but, most centrally and powerfully, it is exceptional for its perceptive, indomitable protagonist and complex story of friendship, growth, and classroom and family dynamics."-- "The Horn Book Magazine, starred review" **STARRED REVIEW** "This warmly and humorously illustrated full-color graphic novel set in the suburban '70s has all the gripping characters and inflated melodrama of late childhood: a crush on a neighborhood boy, the bossy friend, the too-sensitive-to-her-Deafness friend, and the perfect friend, scared away."-- "School Library Journal, starred review" (9/1/2014 12:00:00 AM) "Bell's book should be an inspiration for those who are 'different, ' and it should help others to understand just what being different means. Required reading isn't always fun reading. El Deafo should be the first and is definitely the second."-- "New York Times Book Review" "This funny and poignant memoir in graphic novel format about a child grappling with hearing loss, entering school and making friends is ideal for kids navigating new experiences."-- "Shelf Awareness" (8/20/2014 12:00:00 AM) About The Author Cece Bell is the author of the Newbery Honor Book and Eisner Award winner El Deafo, which received four starred reviews and was a New York Times bestseller. She is also the author of Rabbit and Robot, winner of a Geisel Honor. Cece lives with her husband, the author Tom Angleberger, in Christiansburg, Virginia. Find her online at cecebell.wordpress.com.
Whose Truck? ( Whose Tools?) by Toni Buzzeo (Board Book)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.4 Inches (H) x 7.5 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)Weight: .9 PoundsNumber of Pages: 24Genre: Juvenile NonfictionSub-Genre: TransportationSeries Title: Whose Tools?Format: Board BookPublisher: Harry N. Abrams, Inc.Author: Toni BuzzeoAge Range: 4-8 YearsLanguage: English About the Book "This nonfiction ode to trucks features six kinds of workers and their trucks, with five different parts of each truck properly labeled. The answer to each inquiring refrain is revealed under a gatefold, seven in all, engnaging the reader in an informative guessing game. With lyrical (and factual!) text by New York Times bestselling author Toni Buzzeo, and the expertly stylized art of Jim Datz, this sturdily constructed board book is perfect for curious and playful young readers."-- Book Synopsis This nonfiction follow-up to Whose Tools? features six kinds of trucks--a utility truck, a fire truck, a snowplow, an ambulance, a crane, and a broadcasting truck--with five different parts of each truck properly labeled. The answer to each inquiring refrain of "Whose truck is this?" is revealed under a gatefold, engaging the reader in an informative guessing game about trucks and their operators. With lyrical (and factual!) text by New York Times bestselling author Toni Buzzeo, and the expertly stylized art of Jim Datz, this sturdily constructed board book is perfect for curious and playful young readers. Review Quotes "Datz includes a solid mix of male and female workers in a variety of skin colors. A last-page twist reminds readers that toy trucks can be just as fun as the real thing."--Publishers Weekly STARRED REVIEW "Interactive and educational, this one is a must for toddlers and preschoolers fascinated by trucks and the people who operate them."--Kirkus Reviews About The Author Toni Buzzeo is the author of the Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times bestseller One Cool Friend and many other books for children. She lives in Arlington, Massachusetts.Jim Datz is an illustrator and designer known for his screen prints, decorated apparel, and illustrated home goods. He lives in Brooklyn.
Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters - (Questioneers) by Andrea Beaty (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 9 Inches (H) x 1 Inches (W) x 6 Inches (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 144Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: TechnologySeries Title: QuestioneersFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Amulet BooksAuthor: Andrea BeatyAge Range: 9-12 YearsBook theme: GeneralLanguage: English About the Book The launch of a new chapter book series starring the kids from the #1 "New York Times"-bestselling Questioneers picture book series. When Rosie is unable to invent a contraption to help one of Aunt Rose's Raucous Riveters friends, she calls on classmates Iggy Peck and Ada Twist to help. Illustrations. Book Synopsis An instant New York Times bestseller! You loved the bestselling picture books starring Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Iggy Peck. Now you can follow The Questioneers' further adventures in brand-new chapter books! The first installment, Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters, is a spirited story about the power of teamwork and the true meaning of home. Rosie Revere is no stranger to flops and fails, kerfuffles and catastrophes. After all, engineering is all about perseverance! But this time, Rosie has a really important project to tackle--one that feels much bigger than herself. Rosie's beloved Aunt Rose and her friends, the Raucous Riveters--a group of fun-loving gals who built airplanes during World War II--need help inventing something new. And Rosie is just the engineer for the job! After one flop . . . then another . . . and another . . . Rosie starts to lose hope. But thanks to some help from her fellow Questioneers Iggy Peck and Ada Twist, Rosie gets the job done. And, along with the Riveters, she rediscovers the meaning of home. Collect them all! Add these other STEM favorites from #1 New York Times bestselling team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts to your family library today! Rosie Revere, Engineer Ada Twist, Scientist Iggy Peck, Architect Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants Ada Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar Scientists Iggy Peck's Big Project Book for Amazing Architects Rosie Revere's Big Project Book for Bold Engineers Questioneers Family Calendar Review Quotes "The duo behind the bestselling STEAM-based picture book series that introduced engineer Rosie Revere, architect Iggy Peck, and scientist Ada Twist turns the kids into a team, "the Questioneers," in a spirited chapter book series opener."-- "Publishers Weekly""Plenty of affection, creativity, and raucous older ladies to make readers smile."-- "Kirkus Reviews""Readers will be engaged throughout this charming fictional story, and enjoy saying the silly sounds while learning about engineers and perseverance."-- "School Library Connection""Rosie places an emphasis on not being afraid of failure, and if she ever gets carried away by excitement or doubt, she must "STOP AND THINK!" The strength of this series is in the positive portrayal of diverse kids engaging in various arts and sciences."-- "Booklist" About the Author Andrea Beaty is the author of Iggy Peck, Architect; Rosie Revere, Engineer; and Ada Twist, Scientist; among other children's titles. She lives just outside Chicago. David Roberts has illustrated many children's books, including Iggy Peck, Architect and Rosie Revere, Engineer. He lives in London where, when not drawing, he likes to make hats.
The Night Gardener (PaperbacK) by Jonathan Auxier (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)Weight: .86 PoundsNumber of Pages: 384Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: SuspenseFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Harry N. AbramsAuthor: Jonathan AuxierAge Range: TeenLanguage: English About the Book This follow-up to Auxier's exceptional debut, "Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes, " is a Victorian ghost story that follows two abandoned Irish siblings who travel to work as servants at a creepy, crumbling English manor house. But the house and its family are not quite what they seem. Book Synopsis A New York Times bestseller, The Night Gardener is a Victorian ghost story with shades of Washington Irving and Henry James. More than just a spooky tale, it's also a moral fable about human greed and the power of storytelling.The Night Gardener follows two abandoned Irish siblings who travel to work as servants at a creepy, crumbling English manor house. But the house and its family are not quite what they seem. Soon the children are confronted by a mysterious spectre and an ancient curse that threatens their very lives. With Auxier's exquisite command of language, The Night Gardener is a mesmerizing read and a classic in the making.Praise for The Night GardenerSTARRED REVIEWS "Lots of creepiness, memorable characters, a worthy message, Auxier's atmospheric drawings and touches of humor amid the horror make this cautionary tale one readers will not soon forget." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Storytelling and the secret desires of the heart wind together in this atmospheric novel that doubles as a ghost tale." --School Library Journal, starred review "Auxier achieves an ideal mix of adventure and horror, offering all of it in elegant, atmospheric language that forces the reader to slow down a bit and revel in both the high-quality plot and the storytelling itself." --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "All proper scary stories require a spooky, menacing atmosphere, and Auxier (Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes) delivers the goods with his precise descriptions of the gothic setting and teasing hints of mystery and suspense." --The Horn Book MagazineSummer 2014 Kids' Indie Next List About The Author Jonathan Auxier teaches creative writing and children's literature. He is the author of Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes, which the Wall Street Journal called "as delightful a magical story as readers ages 9-14 will hope to find." He lives in Pittsburgh with his wife and daughter. You can visit him online at thescop.com.
The Surprise Attack of Jabba the Puppett (Hardcover) by Tom Angleberger
Dimensions (Overall): 8.47 Inches (H) x 5.83 Inches (W) x .82 Inches (D)Weight: .75 PoundsNumber of Pages: 208Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres, Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Humorous Stories, GeneralFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Harry N. AbramsAuthor: Tom AnglebergerAge Range: 9-12 YearsLanguage: English About the Book Dark times have fallen on McQuarrie Middle School. The gang faces the FunTime Menace: a new educational program designed to raise students' standardized test scores. But some crises are too big for Origami Yoda to handle alone: Form a Rebel Alliance the students must. United, can they defeat the FunTime Menace and cope with a surprise attack from Jabba the Puppett? Book Synopsis The fourth case file of the New York Times bestselling Origami Yoda series from Tom Angleberger! Some problems are too big for Origami Yoda alone . . . This semester, Dwight, Tommy, Sara, and the gang must face their deadliest enemy yet: The FunTime Education System. Meant to raise standardized test scores, the mind-numbing videos of Professor FunTime and his singing calculator are driving everybody crazy! And worse yet, to make time for FunTime, all electives--drama, art, band--have been canceled! Naturally, the kids turn to Origami Yoda for help, but he tells them that this enemy is too strong for him to fight alone. If they want to get their favorite classes back, they must form a Rebel Alliance. Soon dozens of kids, each with his or her own origami puppet, join the Alliance. But will the Force be with them--or will they be defeated by the FunTime Menace? Includes instructions for origami Jabba and Ewok. Review Quotes "Angleberger delivers another clever, funny crowd-pleaser. The message isn't bad either: uniting for the greater good and standing up for one's beliefs. Fans of the series, or of Star Wars, will hit warp speeds to grab a copy of this one."-- "Booklist" "Chock-full of customarily quirky fun."-- "Kirkus Reviews" "Fans of the series will relish the side drawings' goofy humor, the new puppets to make, and the cliff-hanger promising more to come."-- "School Library Journal" About The Author Tom Angleberger is the bestselling author of the Origami Yoda series. He is also the author of Horton Halfpott and Fake Mustache. Tom maintains the Origami Yoda-inspired blog origamiyoda.wordpress.com. He is married to author-illustrator Cece Bell and lives in Christiansburg, Virginia.
Queen Bs and Honeybees (Jojo and Bowbow #5) - by Jojo Siwa (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.6 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inch (W) x .5 Inch (D)Weight: .26 PoundsNumber of Pages: 128Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Sports & RecreationSeries Title: Jojo and BowbowFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Amulet BooksAuthor: Jojo SiwaAge Range: 9-12 YearsLanguage: English Book Synopsis The fifth book in a chapter book series featuring Nickelodeon superstar, JoJo Siwa! Miley joined the Art Stars, an organization for performing artists, and this weekend is its inaugural event. That means Art Stars from all over the country meet for a lakeside campout where they'll kayak and hike and make s'mores. Miley is allowed to bring a friend, and of course she invites JoJo! JoJo and Miley are excited to bunk up in a cabin with other girls, until they realize the counselors are none other than the Queen Bs--a group of mean girls from JoJo's dance workshop. All weekend the girls are at odds: The tug-of-war rope is slathered in grease and they find creepy-crawlies in their beds. But when Belle--the meanest of the mean girls--goes missing, can the girls put their differences aside and save the day? About The Author JoJo Siwa is an entrepreneur, Nickelodeon talent, author, YouTube personality, and former costar of the hit show Dance Moms. She lives and works in Los Angeles. Visit itsjojosiwa.com for more.
Pantone: Colors by Pantone (Board Book)
Dimensions (Overall): 9.26 Inches (H) x 8.2 Inches (W) x .62 Inches (D)Weight: 1.07 PoundsNumber of Pages: 20Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: ConceptsFormat: Board BookPublisher: Abrams AppleseedAuthor: PantoneAge Range: Baby - 3 YearsLanguage: English About the Book This artful first colors book introduces children to nine basic colors and 20 shades of each. Readers will immerse themselves in the concept that one color name actually refers to a variety of dark, light, and in-between tones. Full color. Book Synopsis A stunning and comprehensive first colors book from PANTONE! Created in partnership with PANTONE, this artful introduction to the world of color goes beyond other color books by presenting 9 basic colors and 20 different shades of each. Young readers will learn to identify colors in a variety of dark, light, and in-between tones, and even begin finding their favorite and least favorite shades. With a child-friendly design and sturdy packaging, Pantone: Colors is a visually pleasing way to expand the colors conversation and develop a child's sense of visual discrimination. An iconic name in graphic design, fashion, publishing, and more, Pantone offers consumer products inspired by the signature Pantone chip design. Collect all the ABRAMS Pantone books to infuse your child's bookshelf with a rainbow of bold colors and patterns! Review Quotes "Beautifully designed from cover to cover."-- "Booklist" "It's an evocative exploration of the nuances of color, in a polished, eye-catching package."-- "Publishers Weekly" "Your kiddos will be tickled pink by Pantone's extraordinary primer with nine basic colors in twenty glorious shades each. It's almost too hard to choose one favorite from the rainbow."-- "Daily Candy" About The Author Pantone revolutionized the graphic arts industry with the launch, in 1963, of the PANTONE MATCHING SYSTEM(R), which enabled designers and printers to articulate and reproduce accurate color anywhere in the world. This system achieved global acceptance and quickly became the standard in color naming and matching. Today, Pantone serves not only as the premier color consultant and authority on trends but also as a consumer brand in apparel, housewares, accessories, arts and crafts, stationery and office supplies, home furnishings, electronics, and apps.
Whose Boat? - by Toni Buzzeo (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.5 Inches (H) x 7.5 Inch (W) x .8 Inch (D)Weight: 1 PoundsNumber of Pages: 1Genre: Juvenile NonfictionSub-Genre: TransportationFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Harry N Abrams IncAuthor: Toni BuzzeoAge Range: 4-8 YearsLanguage: English About the Book This nonfiction ode to boats features six kinds of workers and their boats, with important parts properly labeled. The answer to each inquiring refrain lies under a gatefold, engaging the reader in an informative guessing game. Full color. Book Synopsis Smoke billows up.Cool water flows.Whose boat is that?Do you know? This nonfiction ode to boats features six kinds of workers and their boats--a patrol boat, a tugboat, a car ferry, a lobster boat, a lifeboat, and a fireboat--with important parts properly labeled. The answer to each inquiring refrain lies under a gatefold, engaging the reader in an informative guessing game. With lyrical (and factual!) text by New York Times-bestselling author Toni Buzzeo, and the stylized art of Tom Froese, this sturdy board book is perfect for curious and playful young readers. About The Author Toni Buzzeo is the author of the Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times bestseller One Cool Friend and many other books for children. She lives in Arlington, Massachusetts. Tom Froese is a commercial artist. His work can be seen in retail stores and publications including Monocle, Harvard Business Review, and Wired UK. He lives in Canada.
Wimpy Kid Dog Days - by Jeff Kinney (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.1 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inch (W) x .9 Inch (D)Weight: .8 PoundsNumber of Pages: 224Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Humorous StoriesFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Harry N. AbramsAuthor: Jeff KinneyAge Range: TeenLanguage: English About the Book "In the latest diary of middle-schooler Greg Heffley, he records his attempts to spend his summer vacation sensibly indoors playing video gamemes and watching television, despite his mother's other ideas."--Provided by publisher. Book Synopsis It's summer vacation, the weather's great, and all the kids are having fun outside. So where's Greg Heffley? Inside his house, playing video games with the shades drawn. Greg, a self-confessed "indoor person," is living out his ultimate summer fantasy: no responsibilities and no rules. But Greg's mom has a different vision for an ideal summer . . . one packed with outdoor activities and "family togetherness." Whose vision will win out? Or will a new addition to the Heffley family change everything? F & P level: T About The Author Jeff Kinney is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and five-time Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award winner for Favorite Book. Jeff has been named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World. He is also the creator of Poptropica, which was named one of Time magazine's 50 Best Websites. He spent his childhood in the Washington, D.C., area and moved to New England in 1995. Jeff lives with his wife and two sons in Plainville, Massachusetts, where he owns a bookstore, An Unlikely Story.
Make Blackout Poetry - by John Carroll (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 8.9 Inches (H) x 6.7 Inch (W) x .8 Inch (D)Weight: 1.2 PoundsNumber of Pages: 131Genre: Art, Poetry, HistorySub-Genre: Mixed Media, GeneralFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Harry N Abrams IncAuthor: John CarrollAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis Blackout poetry is simply the act of removing or "blacking out" existing text to create a new piece of work. It's fun and rewarding for word-puzzle lovers, writers, visual artists, designers--really anyone! Make Blackout Poetry is a collection of texts that you can repurpose for your own poems. Make your own ingenious remix of words by Shakespeare, Jane Austen, Oscar Wilde, and Victor Hugo. Find hidden gems in vintage etiquette manuals, slang dictionaries, newspapers, and more. The book begins with an introduction by John Carroll, founder of Make Blackout Poetry, an Instagram community for blackout poets. Carroll includes tips for approaching this genre editorially and visually, and provides examples of finished pieces that range from simple to sublime. If you're looking for a way to tap your subconscious for new ideas--or to simply feel present in a creative activity--take a pen to this book and transform it page by page into a personal collection of poetry. Review Quotes "Carroll is demystifying what it means to be an artist, a poet, and a person who struggles with mental health issues. . . through his work, Carroll has given people a way to become more creative, positive, and connected."--Atlanta Magazine About The Author John Carroll is the founder of Make Blackout Poetry, an Instagram account that he created to form a community around making art and poetry. Teen Vogue has named him as one of the "10 Poets You Should Follow on Instagram Right Now." He lives in Atlanta, Georgia.
Splintered (Splintered Series No. 1) (Paperback) (A.G. Howard) - by A.G Howard
Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x 1.2 Inches (D)Weight: .9 PoundsNumber of Pages: 371Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres, Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Fairy Tales + Folklore / Adaptations, Science Fiction + Fantasy + MagicSeries Title: SplinteredFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Harry N. Abrams, Inc.Author: A.G HowardAge Range: TeenLanguage: English About the Book A descendant of the inspiration for "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," Alyssa Gardner fears she is mentally ill until she finds that Wonderland is real and, if she passes a series of tests to fix Alice's mistakes, she may save her family from their curse. Book Synopsis This stunning debut captures the grotesque madness of a mystical under-land, as well as a girl's pangs of first love and independence. Alyssa Gardner hears the whispers of bugs and flowers--precisely the affliction that landed her mother in a mental hospital years before. This family curse stretches back to her ancestor Alice Liddell, the real-life inspiration for Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Alyssa might be crazy, but she manages to keep it together. For now. When her mother's mental health takes a turn for the worse, Alyssa learns that what she thought was fiction is based in terrifying reality. The real Wonderland is a place far darker and more twisted than Lewis Carroll ever let on. There, Alyssa must pass a series of tests, including draining an ocean of Alice's tears, waking the slumbering tea party, and subduing a vicious bandersnatch, to fix Alice's mistakes and save her family. She must also decide whom to trust: Jeb, her gorgeous best friend and secret crush, or the sexy but suspicious Morpheus, her guide through Wonderland, who may have dark motives of his own. Read all the books in the New York Times bestselling Splintered series: Splintered (Book 1), Unhinged (Book 2), Ensnared (Book 3), and Untamed (The Companion Novel). Get books 1 through 3 in the Splintered boxed set, available now!Praise for Splintered: STARRED REVIEW "Fans of dark fantasy, as well as of Carroll's Alice in all her revisionings (especially Tim Burton's), will find a lot to love in this compelling and imaginative novel." --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Alyssa is one of the most unique protagonists I've come across in a while. Splintered is dark, twisted, entirely riveting, and a truly romantic tale." --USA Today "Brilliant, because it is ambitious, inventive, and often surprising -- a contemporary reworking of Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, '' with a deep bow toward Tim Burton's 2010 film version." --The Boston Globe "It's a deft, complex metamorphosis of this children's fantasy made more enticing by competing romantic interests, a psychedelic setting, and more mad violence than its original." --Booklist " Protagonist Alyssa...is an original. Howard's visual imagination is superior. The story's creepiness is intriguing as horror, and its hypnotic tone and setting, at the intersection of madness and creativity, should sweep readers down the rabbit hole." --Publishers Weekly "While readers will delight in such recognizable scenes as Alyssa drinking from a bottle to shrink, the richly detailed scenes that stray from the original will entice the imagination. These adventures are indeed wonderful." --BookPage "Attention to costume and setting render this a visually rich read..." --Kirkus Reviews "Wonderland is filled with much that is not as wonderful as might be expected, and yet, it is in Wonderland that Alyssa accepts her true nature. The cover with its swirling tendrils and insects surrounding Alyssa will surely attract teen readers who will not disappointed with this magical, edgy tale." --Reading Today Online "Creepy, descriptive read with a generous dollop of romance." --School Library JournalAward: YALSA's 2014 Teens' Top Ten About The Author A. G. Howard wrote Splintered while working at a school library. She always wondered what would've happened had the subtle creepiness of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland taken center stage, and she hopes her darker and funkier tribute to Carroll will inspire readers to seek out the stories that won her heart as a child. She lives in Amarillo, Texas.
Magic : The Gathering: Rise of the Gatewatch: a Visual History - by Wizards of the Coast (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 7.2 Inches (H) x 5.7 Inch (W) x 1.1 Inch (D)Weight: 1.3 PoundsNumber of Pages: 256Genre: Art, Games, Antiques + CollectiblesSub-Genre: Popular Culture, Card GamesFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Harry N Abrams IncAuthor: Wizards of the CoastAge Range: AdultBook theme: GeneralLanguage: English About the Book "Over the course of its 25-year history, Magic: The Gathering--the world's first and most popular trading card game--has redefined the fantasy genre through its exploration of diverse, fantastic worlds. And traversing those worlds are Planeswalkers, heroes who have sworn to defend the Multiverse from harm. Magic: The Gathering: Rise of the Gatewatch is a visual history and celebration of Magic's first team of Planeswalkers--Jace Beleren, Ajani Goldmane, Gideon Jura, Kaya, Chandra Nalaar, Nissa Revane, Liliana Vess, and Teferi. The Gatewatch's character histories, from their origins through their final confrontation with Nicol Bolas, are presented here via the very best card, packaging, and convention-exclusive artwork, all of it reproduced together here for the first time, some seen for the first time outside of the card frame. Rise of the Gatewatch is a giftable visual reference guide sure to appeal to new and longtime Magic fans alike." - Book Synopsis A visual history of Magic: The Gathering's Gatewatch Mythology Over the course of its 25-year history, Magic: The Gathering--the world's first and most popular trading card game--has redefined the fantasy genre through its exploration of diverse, fantastic worlds. And traversing those worlds are Planeswalkers, heroes who have sworn to defend the Multiverse from harm. Magic: The Gathering: Rise of the Gatewatch is a visual history and celebration of Magic's first team of Planeswalkers--Jace Beleren, Ajani Goldmane, Gideon Jura, Kaya, Chandra Nalaar, Nissa Revane, Liliana Vess, and Teferi. The Gatewatch's character histories, from their origins through their final confrontation with Nicol Bolas, are presented here via the very best card, packaging, and convention-exclusive artwork, all of it reproduced together here for the first time, some seen for the first time outside of the card frame. Rise of the Gatewatch is a giftable visual reference guide sure to appeal to new and longtime Magic fans alike. About The Author Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, is an American publisher of collectible trading card games and board games. Their headquarters are in Renton, Washington. Jenna Helland is game designer for Wizards of the Coast in Renton, Washington. Helland is the author of The Godsend and The August 5.
How to Cure a Ghost - by Fariha Roisin (Paperback)
Dimensions (Overall): 6.9 Inches (H) x 4.9 Inch (W) x .6 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 160Genre: PoetrySub-Genre: Subjects & ThemesFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Abrams ImageAuthor: Fariha RoisinAge Range: AdultBook theme: FamilyLanguage: English About the Book Following in the footsteps of such category killers as Milk and Honey and Whiskey Words & a Shovel I, the author's poetry book is a collection of her thoughts as a young, queer, Muslim femme navigating the difficulties of her intersectionality. Book Synopsis A poetry compilation recounting a woman's journey from self-loathing to self-acceptance, confusion to clarity, and bitterness to forgiveness Following in the footsteps of such category killers as Milk and Honey and Whiskey Words & a Shovel I, Fariha Róisín's poetry book is a collection of her thoughts as a young, queer, Muslim femme navigating the difficulties of her intersectionality. Simultaneously, this compilation unpacks the contentious relationship that exists between Róisín and her mother, her platonic and romantic heartbreaks, and the cognitive dissonance felt as a result of being so divided among her broad spectrum of identities. Review Quotes "In these short and potent stanzas she makes it clear that while she's been able to lay down the ghosts that have haunted her own self-worth, loving herself back to health after the mental and physical exhaustion of weathering constant aggressions is a long and continuous process."-- "Teen Vogue" "...a collection of poems that aims to heal..."-- "Vogue online" "...heart-aching and emotional while offering a sense of hope in a world that desperately needs it."-- "Little Infinite" "[Roisin's] writing is intensely vulnerable and through revealing her own experience she reflects so many others."-- "Bustle" "A moving poetry collection by a queer Muslim writer exploring all the facets of her identity."-- "Domino" "When I first encountered Fariha's writing, I let out a sigh of relief. Was it refreshing? Yes. But there was something more. Her words allow us to feel visible. Fariha's writing has the power to heal and transform. She pulls you into her stories until you're at the edge of your seat, emphatically rooting for her subjects."--Rupi Kaur About The Author Fariha Róisín is an Australian-Canadian writer based in Brooklyn. Her writing often explores Muslim identity, race, pop culture, and film. It also examines the intersection of queerness and being a femme of color while navigating a white world.
Christmas in a Book (Uplifting Editions) - by Noterie (Hardcover)
Dimensions (Overall): 5.3 Inches (H) x 6 Inch (W) x 1 Inch (D)Weight: .6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 24Genre: Religion + BeliefsSub-Genre: HolidaysSeries Title: Uplifting EditionsFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Abrams NoterieAuthor: NoterieAge Range: AdultBook theme: Christmas & AdventLanguage: English Book Synopsis This little gift book turns into a beautiful holiday decoration. A novel way to usher in the holidays, Christmas in a Book transforms into a cheerfully decorated tree that you can display on a desk, table, or mantle. The pages feature familiar lyrics from "The Twelve Days of Christmas" along with pop-up branches decorated with ornaments representing each of the twelve days. Simply take the jacket off, pop the branches up, and turn this book into an instant Christmas tree, complete with ladies dancing, drummers drumming, and a partridge in a pear tree. Special FeaturesJacketed hardcover with 24 pages and 8 pop-up elementsFull-color illustrations (including metallic gold ink) throughout.Check out the other books in this trademarked series: Happy Day: A Bouquet in a Book, Thinking of You: A Bouquet in a Book, Succulents in a Book, Birds in a Book, Party in a Book and Hanukkah in a Book. About The Author Abrams Noterie is a gift and stationery imprint that makes gift-worthy paper goods that are true to the original hand, useful, and inspiring. Allie Runnion is a designer and illustrator living in Maine.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (Hardcover) by Jeff Kinney
Dimensions (Overall): 8.12 Inches (H) x 5.68 Inches (W) x .85 Inches (D)Weight: .83 PoundsNumber of Pages: 216Genre: Juvenile FictionSub-Genre: Humorous Stories, Family / SiblingsSeries Title: Diary of a Wimpy KidFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Amulet BooksAuthor: Jeff KinneyAge Range: 9-12 YearsLanguage: English About the Book This follow-up to the "New York Times" bestselling "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" chronicles Greg Heffley'S attempts to navigate the hazards of middle school, impress the girls, and to keep his secret safe--especially from his olDer brother Rodrick, who would be happy to spill the beans. Book Synopsis The highly anticipated sequel to the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling book! Secrets have a way of getting out, especially when a diary is involved. Whatever you do, don't ask Greg Heffley how he spent his summer vacation, because he definitely doesn't want to talk about it. As Greg enters the new school year, he's eager to put the past three months behind him . . . and one event in particular. Unfortunately for Greg, his older brother, Rodrick, knows all about the incident Greg wants to keep under wraps. But secrets have a way of getting out . . . especially when a diary is involved. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules chronicles Greg's attempts to navigate the hazards of middle school, impress the girls, steer clear of the school talent show, and most important, keep his secret safe. F & P level: T About The Author Jeff Kinney is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and five-time Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award winner for Favorite Book. Jeff has been named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World. He is also the creator of Poptropica, which was named one of Time magazine's 50 Best Websites. He spent his childhood in the Washington, D.C., area and moved to New England in 1995. Jeff lives with his wife and two sons in Plainville, Massachusetts, where he owns a bookstore, An Unlikely Story.
The Art of Star Wars (Hardcover) (Phil Szostak)
Dimensions (Overall): 11.9 Inches (H) x 10.6 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)Weight: 3.6 PoundsNumber of Pages: 256Genre: Art, Performing ArtsSub-Genre: Film + Video / Direction + ProductionFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Harry N. Abrams, Inc.Author: Phil SzostakAge Range: AdultLanguage: English About the Book "Step inside the Lucasfilm art departments for the creation of fantastical worlds, unforgettable characters, and unimaginable creatures. [This book] will take you there, from the earliest gathering of artists and production designers at Lucasfilm headquarters in San Francisco to the fever pitch of production at Pinewood Studios to the conclusion of post-production at Industrial Light & Magic"--Amazon.com. Book Synopsis New York Times Bestseller Step inside the Lucasfilm art departments for the creation of fantastical worlds, unforgettable characters, and unimaginable creatures. The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens will take you there, from the earliest gathering of artists and production designers at Lucasfilm headquarters in San Francisco to the fever pitch of production at Pinewood Studios to the conclusion of post-production at Industrial Light & Magic--all with unprecedented access. Exclusive interviews with the entire creative team impart fascinating insights in bringing director J.J. Abrams's vision to life; unused "blue sky" concept art offers glimpses into roads not traveled. Bursting with hundreds of stunning works of art, including production paintings, concept sketches, storyboards, blueprints, and matte paintings, this visual feast will delight Star Wars fans and cineastes for decades to come. The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the definitive expression of how the latest chapter in the Star Wars saga was dreamed into being. Review Quotes "The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens . . . is the rare art book that is actually worth going out and purchasing right now."--GeekTyrant "Absolutely brilliant concept art."--io9/Gizmodo "An incredibly in-depth look at all the alternate designs that could have ended up onscreen."--WIRED "An inside look at [the] evolution and tracks the record-breaking film from its early concept art to its finishing touches."--Yahoo! Tech "Each page . . . is a visual feast."--Entertainment Weekly "It's a visual feast of fantasy worlds, iconic characters, spectacular spacecraft and colossal creatures."--Parade "It's fascinating to look at some of the art that preceded the finished product."--Flavorwire "It's gorgeous to look at and worth buying for that alone, but seeing so much preliminary concept art will just make you appreciate the finished product that much more."--StarWars.com "Packed with breathtaking concept art revealing alternative visions and early ideas for the film."--Yahoo! Entertainment "Some of the best concept art and behind-the-scenes details have been collected in a book titled The Art of Star Wars: The Force Awakens." --ScreenRant About The Author Image archivist Phil Szostak was embedded with The Force Awakens art department as a conceptual researcher and archivist from December 2012 through the end of production, and has worked in conjunction with Star Wars art departments for six years at Lucasfilm. A graduate of the School of Visual Arts in New York, Szostak worked for Wild Brain Animation on the Disney Channel series Higglytown Heroes, and he ran the JAK Films Art Department on Skywalker Ranch for over three years before joining the narrative design team on LucasArts' Star Wars 1313. He resides in San Francisco. Production designer Rick Carter has won two Academy Awards(R) One for his design of Steven Spielberg's Lincoln, and one for his otherworldly production design on James Cameron's mega-hit Avatar. Carter received his first Oscar nomination for his work on Robert Zemeckis's Forrest Gump, and an additional nomination for Steve Spielberg's historic epic War Horse. Carter served as co-production designer for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and is currently collaborating with Steven Spielberg on The BFG. He lives in Los Angeles.
The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies (Hardcover) (Ian Whitelaw) - by Ian Whitelaw
Dimensions (Overall): 9 Inches (H) x 6.6 Inches (W) x 1 Inches (D)Weight: 1.55 PoundsNumber of Pages: 224Genre: Crafts + HobbiesSub-Genre: FishingFormat: HardcoverPublisher: Abrams, Harry N., Inc.Author: Ian WhitelawAge Range: AdultLanguage: English Book Synopsis New York Times BestsellerThe History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies recounts the history of a sport that dates back 2,000 years, focusing on milestone flies from the first feathered hook to contemporary patterns using cutting-edge materials. Among the countless fly patterns created over the centuries, these 50 have been carefully chosen to represent the development not only of the flies themselves, but also of fly-fishing techniques--and of rods, lines, and reels. These iconic flies also chart the spread of this addictive sport from its modern origins on the chalk streams of southern England and the rivers of Scotland to the U.S., Europe, South America, Australia, and now to every country in the world. Filled with profiles of the key characters involved, tying tips, photographs and illustrations of the flies, and detailed explanations of the techniques used to fish them, The History of Fly-Fishing in Fifty Flies is a fascinating companion to the evolution of this fascinating sport. Review Quotes "A delightful ramble along the stream of fishing history."--Star Tribune "This glorious book of lures will get you itching for a new toy, a new boat, a new rod--anything to experience the relaxation of this old hobby."--Foreword Reviews About The Author Ian Whitelaw, a freelance writer based in British Columbia, has been a regular contributor of articles to fly-fishing websites and magazines and has been the contributing editor on more than a dozen books on fishing for major publishers.
