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ABRAMS The Art of Books abramsbooks.com abramsandchronicle.co.uk ABRAMS • ABRAMS PRESS • ABRAMS IMAGE • ABRAMS COMICARTS ABRAMS APPLESEED • ABRAMS BOOKS FOR YOUNG READERS • AMULET BOOKS ABRAMS NOTERIE VENDOME PRESS • V&A PUBLISHING • LUDION BOOKS • TATE PUBLISHING CAMERON BOOKS • SELFMADEHERO • 5 CONTINENTS EDITIONS THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART NEW YORK • GETTY PUBLICATIONS

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Front cover from Make Ink ● Back cover from A Hug Is for Holding Me ● Inside covers from Start with a Dot

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Flowers for Lisa A D E L I R I U M O F P H OTO G R A P H I C I N V E N T I O N

ART & PHOTOGRAPHY

S E LLING POINTS ●● Abelardo Morell is a highly

● ● BY A B E L A R D O M O R E L L ● C O N V E R S AT I O N W I T H L AW R E N C E W E S C H L E R

respected art photographer with a devoted following. His photographs are in major museum collections ●● Showcases a variety of photographic and artistic techniques: multiple-exposure

A luxe volume of exquisite and unconventional floral still life images by acclaimed photographer Abelardo Morell

images of living bouquets; tableaux that layer painting, photography, and digital imaging; trompe l’oeil constructions; and collage ●● Morell and Weschler both receive wide media attention for their books ●● Flowers are a perennially popular subject in art and gift book markets

S PECIFICATIONS 100 color photographs 144 pages WIDTH: 10" • 254mm HEIGHT: 12" • 305mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER PHOTOGRAPHY • NATURE ISBN 978-1-4197-3233-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-3233-1 US $60.00 CAN $75.00 UK £45.00

est known for his surreal camera obscura pictures and luminous black-and-white

photographs of books, photographer Abelardo

Morell now turns his transformative lens to one of the most common of artistic subjects, the flower. The concept for Flowers for Lisa emerged when Morell gave his wife, Lisa, a photograph of flowers on her birthday. “Flowers are part of a long

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tradition of still life in art,” writes Morell. “Precisely because flowers are such a conventional subject, I felt a strong desire to describe them in new, inventive ways.” With nods to the work of Jan Brueghel, Édouard Manet, Georgia O’Keeffe, René Magritte, and others, Morell does just that; the images are as innovative as they are arresting.

ALSO AVAIL AB LE Abelardo Morell’s photographs have been collected and shown at the Museum of Modern Art, the Victoria and Albert Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Art Institute of Chicago, and more than 70 other museums world-

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wide. Lawrence Weschler is the award-winning author of True to Life (about David Hockney), Mr. Wilson’s Cabinet of Wonder, and Everything That Rises, among many other books.

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Fred W. McDarrah

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N E W YO R K S C E N E S ● ● I N T R O D U C T I O N BY S E A N W I L E N T Z

Downtown New York City from the fifties to the eighties as seen by the photographer for the Village Voice

S E LLING POINTS ●● McDarrah captured the key moments in the creation of the art, literature, music, and politics that still shape identities and styles in America today ●● Evokes the legendary Village Voice in its heyday ●● Books about New York City have a national audience, and New York City is the largest bookselling market in the country ●● Book coincides with a McDarrah exhibition at the Steven Kasher Gallery in New York

S PECIFICATIONS 300 photographs 240 pages WIDTH: 9" • 229mm HEIGHT: 11" • 279mm

Hardcover with jacket uring his 50-year association with the Village

Voice, Fred W. McDarrah (1926–2007) covered

the city’s downtown scenes, producing an unmatched

and encyclopedic visual record of people, movements,

PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER PHOTOGRAPHY ISBN 978-1-4197-2897-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-2897-6 US $40.00 CAN $50.00 UK £30.00

and events. McDarrah frequented the bars, cafés, and galleries where writers, artists, and musicians gathered, and he was welcome in the apartments and lofts of the

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city’s avant-garde cultural aristocracy. He captured every vital moment, from Jack Kerouac reading On the Road, to Bob Dylan hanging out in Sheridan Square, to

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Andy Warhol filming in the Factory, to the Stonewall Riots. Through his lens, we see the legendary birth of ideas and attitudes that continue to shape the character and allure of New York today. Sean Wilentz is the author of Bob Dylan in America (2010) and The Rise of American Democracy: Jefferson to Lincoln (2005), for which he won the Bancroft Prize. He is the Sidney and Ruth Lapidus Professor of the

Power to the People: The World of the Black Panthers ISBN 978-1-4197-2240-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-2240-0 US $40.00 CAN $49.95 UK 5 4£25.00 000

American Revolutionary Era at Princeton University. Wilentz’s father and uncle were co-owners of the legendary Eighth Street Bookshop in Greenwich Village, and he grew up in the world that Fred W. McDarrah captured with his lens. He lives in Princeton, New Jersey.

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New York in Color ISBN 978-1-4197-0061-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-0061-3 US $50.00 CAN $62.50 UK 5 5£38.00 000

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Advanced Love ● ● BY A R I S E T H C O H E N

A moving collection about love, connection, and finding happiness, with more than 200 photographs of extraordinary older couples

S E LLING POINTS ●● Cohen’s previous book, Advanced Style, sold more than 130,000 copies worldwide ●● Cohen and his work have been recognized by the New York Times, the New Yorker, Vogue, and Forbes, among others ●● Advanced Style has more than 215,000 followers on Instagram, 68,000 followers on Facebook, and 13,000 followers on Twitter

S PECIFICATIONS 200 color photographs 240 pages WIDTH: 7" • 178mm HEIGHT: 91/2" • 241mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: JANUARY PHOTOGRAPHY • RELATIONSHIPS ISBN 978-1-4197-3339-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-3339-0 US $29.99 CAN $37.95 UK £22.99

rom the creator of the popular blog Advanced

Style, photographer Ari Seth Cohen’s Advanced

Love collects affectionate portraits of subjects who prove that love is bound by neither the constraints of age nor time. The book includes 40 profiles of inspiring

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couples from around the world, and more than 200 photos. The profiles explore themes of love and companionship through firsthand insight from the subjects; they share their stories of falling in love, what they have learned after decades of partnership, and valuable relationship advice. Advanced Love is a touching look at the often-ignored partnerships of the senior set. Filled with couples who have built their lives together, it’s an indispensable trove of wisdom on love and the lessons they have learned along the way. Ari Seth Cohen is the creator of the popular blog Advanced Style, and the author and photographer behind the books Advanced Style and Advanced Style: Older and Wiser. He resides in New York City and Los Angeles.

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Brand by Hand

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B L I S T E R S , C A L LU S E S , A N D C L I E N T S : A L I F E I N D E S I G N ● ● BY J O N C O N T I N O

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A revealing look at the work and creative process of preeminent illustrator and designer Jon Contino

●● Jon Contino’s work has appeared in campaigns for huge corporate, entertainment, fashion, and food and drink brands, including 20th Century Fox, Coca-Cola, Hershey’s, Nike, Victoria’s Secret, H&M, Whole Foods Market, Microsoft, and the New York Times ●● Contino is critically revered and well-respected among his peers, having won a Clio Key Art Award, multiple Communication Arts awards, a Cannes Lions Award, and more ●● Perfect for aspiring graphic artists seeking creative and professional inspiration

S PECIFICATIONS 200 color illustrations 256 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 10" • 254mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: OCTOBER

GRAPHIC DESIGN • MEMOIR rand by Hand documents the work, career, and artistic inspiration of hand letterer extraordinaire

ISBN 978-1-4197-3224-9 ISBN 978-1-4197-3224-9 US $40.00 CAN $50.00 UK £30.00

Jon Contino. Over the past two decades, Contino’s award-winning designs, typography, and illustrations have graced magazine covers, T-shirts, product packaging, album

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jackets, murals, food trucks, movie posters, websites, and national advertising campaigns for clients such as Nike, Ford, Target, Wired, and the television show Louie. He is the

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founder and creative director of Jon Contino Studio and is personally involved in every project the studio takes on. Part how-to, part graphic design retrospective, Brand by Hand shares how Contino has taken a passion for pen and ink and turned it into an expanding empire of clients, merchandise, and artwork. Jon Contino is one of the rising stars on the graphic design scene. In addition to his work for such high-profile clients as Sports Illustrated, Anthropologie, and Nike, Jon is also the founder and creative director of Contino Brand menswear and accessories and the cofounder and creative director of CXXVI Clothing Company. He lives in New York City.

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Draplin Design Co. ISBN 978-1-4197-2017-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-2017-8 US $40.00 CAN $50.00 UK 5 4£30.00 000 9 781419 720178

Two-Dimensional Man ISBN 978-1-4197-2415-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-2415-2 US $37.50 CAN $45.50 UK 5 3£26.99 750

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Graphic Style

(4th Edition)

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The classic and best survey of graphic design styles, brought up to date

●● Widely used in design courses ●● Richly visual, with more than 700 amazing illustrations, including 60 new images for this updated edition ●● 16 additional pages featuring the latest trends in graphic design

S PECIFICATIONS 700 color illustrations 296 pages WIDTH: 8¾" • 222mm HEIGHT: 11½" • 292mm Paperback PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GRAPHIC DESIGN • REFERENCE ISBN 978-1-4197-3236-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-3236-2 US $29.99 CAN $37.99 UK £21.99

his visual survey of graphic design styles through the ages is an essential resource for designers, art

and design students, and art lovers. With more than 700 illustrations, it is the only wide-ranging history of graphic design to be completely visual, and many readers treasure it for its amazing trove of images. This new edition has been brought up to date with a new section

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that encompasses trends from the last decade. Graphic Style, said Studio magazine of the first edition, “should be on the shelf of every serious designer/illustrator.” This fourth edition is still indispensable. Steven Heller, America’s leading critic and historian

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of graphic design, is the author or editor of more than 170 books on design and popular culture, an influential design educator at the School of Visual Arts, and a recipient of the Smithsonian National Design Award.

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Free Hand: New Typography Sketchbooks ISBN 978-1-4197-3106-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-3106-8 US $37.50 CAN $47.50 UK 5 3£40.00 750

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Seymour Chwast is a cofounder and now the director of the Pushpin Group, an internationally acclaimed design firm. His award-winning illustrations and designs have been used in advertising and posters as well as in 30 books for children. Both live in New York City.

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Make Ink

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A F O R AG E R ’ S G U I D E TO N AT U R A L I N K M A K I N G ● ● BY JA S O N LO G A N ● C O N V E R S AT I O N W I T H M I C H A E L O N DA ATJ E

S E LLING POINTS ●● Author is a respected designer, artist, and art director whose illustrations regularly appear in the New York Times

An illuminating guide to making eco-friendly ink at home using scavenged materials—from the founder of the Toronto Ink Company

●● Author’s inkmaking venture, the Toronto Ink Company, has designed inks for Harley Davidson, University of Michigan Press, and the New York Times Magazine and was featured in the June 2017 issue of Martha Stewart Living ●● The Toronto Ink Company is the only group making ink out of exclusively foraged ingredients ●● Features original artwork made with Toronto Ink by Marcel Dzama, R. Crumb, Dave Eggers, and others

S PECIFICATIONS 200 color photographs 192 pages

WIDTH: 7⅜" • 187mm he Toronto Ink Company was founded in 2014

HEIGHT: 9¼" • 235mm

by designer and artist Jason Logan as a citizen

Hardcover

science experiment to make eco-friendly, urban ink from

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street-harvested pigments. In Make Ink, Logan delves

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into the history of inkmaking and the science of distilling pigment from the natural world. Readers will learn how to forage for materials such as soot, rust, cigarette butts, peach pits, and black walnut, then how to mix, test, and transform these ingredients into rich, vibrant inks that are sensitive to both place and environment. Organized

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by color, and featuring lovely minimalist photography throughout, Make Ink combines science, art, and craft

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to instill the basics of ink making and demonstrate the beauty and necessity of engaging with one of mankind’s oldest tools of communication. Toronto Ink Company founder Jason Logan is an internationally recognized designer, creative director, author, and artist. His illustrations appear regularly in the New York Times and his fine art has been exhibited in New York City, Los Angeles, Toronto, and the Yukon. His

The Kings County Distillery Guide to Urban Moonshining ISBN 978-1-4197-0990-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-0990-6 US $24.95 CAN $29.95 UK 5 2£15.99 495

work has been recognized by the AIGA, SPD, the Centre for Social Innovation, and the Canada Council for the Arts. Michael Ondaatje is a celebrated poet, novelist, editor, and filmmaker, best known for his 1992 Booker Prize–winning novel The English Patient.

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The Modern Natural Dyer ISBN 978-1-61769-175-1 ISBN 978-1-61769-175-1 US $29.95 CAN $35.95 UK 5 2£18.99 995

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Patti Hansen A PORTRAIT

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The definitive look at one of fashion’s most influential models

●● Exclusive materials—including personal scrapbooks from Hansen’s earliest days of modeling, shoot outtakes, and behind-the-scenes images— provide an unprecedented look into the model’s life and career ●● Features work by such legendary fashion photographers as Helmut Newton, Arthur Elgort, Patrick Demarchelier, Bob Richardson, and more ●● Hansen is fully supporting the book, and publication will coincide with an exhibition celebrating her life and work

S PECIFICATIONS 150 color photographs 240 pages WIDTH: 91/2" • 241mm HEIGHT: 121/2" • 318mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER FASHION • PHOTOGRAPHY • POP CULTURE ISBN 978-1-4197-3251-5 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3251-5 US $55.00 CAN $69.00 UK 5 5£40.00 500 9 781419 732515

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atti Hansen: A Portrait gives supermodel Patti Hansen’s short but incredibly influential career serious critical

attention for the first time, following her transformation from a teenage model on the cover of Glamour to her reign as a dominating force in the pages of Vogue and on 12 covers. This luxe book catalogs the changing era of 1970s fashion and culture, documenting how Hansen served as muse to a crop of new, up-and-coming photographers including Arthur Elgort and Patrick Demarchelier while making influential editorial images with already well-established photographers such as Helmut Newton. A foreword by Karlie Kloss and contributor essays discuss Hansen’s cultural impact and assess her influence, analyzing the new cultural norms and ideologies

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that allowed models to be seen as strong, independent, and sexually empowered. With new insight into Hansen’s private life and gorgeous, exclusive images, Patti Hansen: A Portrait is a comprehensive tribute to a model and decade beloved by fashion fans and industry professionals alike.

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Ivan Shaw is the director of photography at the Condé Nast archive. Formerly the executive photo director at Vogue, he also contributed to Around That Time.

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Vogue × Music

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● ● BY T H E E D I TO R S O F VO G U E ● F O R E W O R D BY J O N AT H A N VA N M E T E R S E LLING POINTS ●● Features the biggest names

A photographic celebration of music and iconic star power seen through the lens of Vogue

in music—from pop to jazz to hip-hop to rock to opera— including The Beatles, Diana Ross, Jimi Hendrix, Prince, and contemporary icons such as Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Lin Manuel-Miranda, and Adele

●● First book to collect Vogue’s ogue has always been on the cutting edge of popular culture, and Vogue × Music shows us

portraits of the most

why. Whether they’re contemporary stars or classic idols, whether they made digital albums

popular musicians, shot by

or vinyl records, the world’s most popular musicians have always graced the pages of Vogue. In this

photographers like Irving Penn,

book you’ll find unforgettable portraits of Madonna beside David Bowie, Kendrick Lamar, and Patti

Annie Leibovitz, Helmut Newton,

Smith; St. Vincent alongside Debbie Harry; and much more. Spanning the magazine’s 126 years, this

Richard Avedon, and more

breathtaking book is filled with the work of acclaimed photographers like Richard Avedon and Annie

●● Vogue titles have a strong track

Leibovitz as well as daring, music-inspired fashion portfolios from Irving Penn and Steven Klein.

record: The original Vogue: The

Excerpts from essential interviews with rock stars, blues singers, rappers, and others are included on

Covers has net over 50,000

nearly every page, capturing exactly what makes each musician so indelible. Vogue × Music is a testament to star power, and proves that some looks are as timeless as your

copies and its updated edition an additional 16,000 since Sept 2017

favorite albums.

S PECIFICATIONS Vogue is one of the most popular fashion and lifestyle magazines in print. The magazine has been published and distributed by Condé Nast since 1905. Jonathan Van Meter is a Vogue contributor.

150 color photographs 324 pages WIDTH: 101/2" • 267mm HEIGHT: 12¼" • 310mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER FASHION • PHOTOGRAPHY • MUSIC ISBN 978-1-4197-3431-1 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3431-1 US $65.00 CAN $82.00 UK 5 6£50.00 500 9 781419 734311

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Food in Vogue ISBN 978-1-4197-2754-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-2754-2 US $75.00 CAN $95.00 UK 5 7£55.00 500 9 781419 727542

Vogue: The Covers (updated) ISBN 978-1-4197-2753-5 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-2753-5 US $60.00 CAN $75.00 UK 5 6£45.00 000

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Chanel: The Karl Lagerfeld Campaigns

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● ● T E X T BY PAT R I C K M AU R I È S ● P H OTO G R A P H S BY K A R L L AG E R F E L D

●● The first book dedicated to Karl Lagerfeld’s pioneering and

A look at Karl Lagerfeld’s iconic Chanel advertising campaigns from 1987 to present day

irreverent campaigns for Chanel, with rarely seen images from the archives ●● Campaigns feature iconic women such as Inès de La Fressange, Claudia Schiffer, Kate Moss, Cara Delevingne, and Kristen Stewart

hen Karl Lagerfeld was appointed to the helm of the then-sleepy fashion house Chanel in

1983, he set out to radically reinvent its image—not only through bold collections, but also

by shooting the house’s campaigns himself. Lagerfeld’s photographs breathed life into the brand.

Now, his campaigns span the house’s collections—luxurious haute couture, ready-to-wear, cruise, accessories—and have established Lagerfeld as a sought-after fashion photographer. Organized chronologically, Chanel: The Karl Lagerfeld Campaigns includes a carefully curated selection of

photographs that showcase hundreds of spectacular clothes worn by the top fashion models and personalities of each era. Women including Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista, and Kate Moss are photographed in glamorous locations such as Coco Chanel’s Paris apartment, the French Riviera, and

Rodeo Drive. Filled with more than 600 photographs, plus an essay by fashion writer Patrick Mauriès,

S PECIFICATIONS 600 color and black-and-white photographs

the book offers an unrivaled overview of the house of Chanel as seen through the eyes—and lens—of Karl Lagerfeld himself.

Patrick Mauriès is the coauthor of Chanel Catwalk and The World According to Karl, and the author of

Jewelry by Chanel and Fornasetti.

560 pages WIDTH: 7½" • 190mm

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FASHION • PHOTOGRAPHY ISBN 978-1-4197-3284-3 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3284-3 US $80.00 CAN $100.00 5 8 0 0 0

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Chanel ISBN 978-0-8109-9694-6 ISBN 978-0-8109-9694-6 US $50.00 CAN $62.50 5 5 0 0 0 9 780810 996946

Jacques Helleu & Chanel ISBN 978-0-8109-4312-4 ISBN 978-0810943124 US $125.00 CAN $157.001 2 5 0 0

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Marc Jacobs

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U N S E E N 1 9 9 4 –2 0 1 2 ● ● P H OTO G R A P H S BY R O B E R T FA I R E R ● P R E FAC E BY S A L LY S I N G E R ● I N T R O D U C T I O N BY A N D R É L E O N TA L L E Y

S E LLING POINTS ●● Offers an exclusive—and extensive—look at the Marc

The first publication dedicated to Marc Jacobs’s highly influential designs, captured in never-before-seen photography

Jacobs collections from 1994 through 2010 ●● There are more than 6 million followers on the brand’s Instagram and 840,000

followers on Marc Jacobs’s arc Jacobs has made a name for himself as the epitome of downtown New York cool. Entering fashion history after his notorious “grunge” collection for Perry Ellis in 1993, Jacobs

personal Instagram ●● Jacobs has worked with

would soon be hailed by Vogue as “the dauphin of grungy, understated cool” and rise to become one

prominent artists, musicians,

of the most influential designers of his generation, both at the helm of his own label and as creative

and muses, including Stephen

director of Louis Vuitton from 1998 to 2014. The first book on the popular designer, Marc Jacobs

Sprouse, Debbie Harry, Sofia

is an inside look at the revered collections, and is filled with 280 inspiring and never-before-seen

Coppola, and Chloë Sevigny

images by Vogue photographer Robert Fairer. Opening with an essay on the designer’s work, the

book unfolds chronologically, revisiting the most iconic creations and revealing behind-the-scenes

moments that show models, hairdressers, stylists, makeup artists, and Marc Jacobs himself at their

most creative. Fairer’s stunning and high-energy photographs capture the youth, glamour, and energy

that defined Jacobs’s shows.

Robert Fairer is a fashion photographer who has worked with Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, the New York Times, and GQ and was Vogue’s exclusive backstage photographer. Sally Singer is the creative digital

director of Vogue. André Leon Talley is the former editor-at-large of Vogue.

S PECIFICATIONS 280 color photographs 352 pages WIDTH: 9⅝" • 245mm HEIGHT: 13⅛" • 335mm

Hardcover PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER FASHION • PHOTOGRAPHY ISBN 978-1-4197-3283-6 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3283-6 US $75.00 CAN $94.00 5 7 5 0 0 9 781419 732836

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Alexander McQueen ISBN 978-1-4197-1723-9 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-1723-9 US $85.00 CAN $98.00 5 8 5 0 0 9 781419 717239

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The Watch,

Thoroughly Revised S E LLING POINTS

● ● BY G E N E S TO N E A N D S T E P H E N P U LV I R E N T

●● Watches are by far men’s

The best book for anyone interested in the world of vintage and modern watches

leading wearable accessory, and notable for their design, history, technology, and associations with sports and exploration ●● Powered by the internet, interest in mechanical watches has exploded since the first edition of The Watch was published ●● Author Stephen Pulvirent is a journalist at Hodinkee.com, the world’s leading online watch magazine, and the editor of its new print magazine

S PECIFICATIONS 500 color photographs 272 pages WIDTH: 9" • 229mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: NOVEMBER DESIGN • FASHION • COLLECTIBLES ISBN 978-1-4197-3260-7 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3260-7 US $50.00 CAN $63.00 UK 5 5£40.00 000

he Watch is the most popular book on vintage and contemporary mechanical watches, appealing to

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time for The Watch, Thoroughly Revised. For this new edition, the original author, Gene Stone, is joined by Stephen Pulvirent of Hodinkee.com. Together, they have thoroughly revamped the book to reflect the current state of the watch world, with the addition of new brands, new models, and more focused and nuanced coverage of the traditional brand leaders, including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Omega, and TAG Heuer. Gene Stone has written and coauthored more than 45 books on a wide variety of subjects, including the national bestsellers Forks Over Knives and How Not to Die. A former Peace Corps volunteer and book, magazine, and newspaper editor, he lives in New York. Stephen Pulvirent is the managing editor of Hodinkee.com, the leading online watch magazine. Pulvirent was previously executive digital editor of Surface magazine and associate editor at Bloomberg. He lives in New York City.

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René Lacoste

Happiness Within the Skin

● ● T E X T BY L AU R E N C E B E N A Ï M ● I L LU S T R AT I O N S BY F LO C ’ H

T H E S E C R E T S O F H O L I S T I C B E AU T Y F R O M C I N Q M Ō N D E S S PA S ● ● BY J E A N - LO U I S P O I R O U X

hat do we know about René Lacoste? That he was a French tennis legend, the founder of the Lacoste brand, and a

remarkable inventor? Lacoste (1904–1996) was an elegant player with an acute sense of fair play, a demanding designer who revolutionized sports apparel, and a passionate engineer who invented the first tubular steel tennis racket. From the tennis court to the golf

course, accompanied by family members or friends made along the way, the man called “the Alligator” was a determined visionary with an eye for authenticity and detail. René Lacoste remains to this day a timeless yet remarkably contemporary fashion icon. Published to celebrate the Lacoste brand’s 85th anniversary, this lavishly illustrated work includes a wealth of photographs and archival documents, some published here for the first time, and original drawings by the renowned French illustrator Floc’h.

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xploring age-old beauty and well-being traditions as well as the latest scientific findings on skin cells, this book—and the

products and treatments it recommends—is the result of 15 years

of research and experience. Jean-Louis Poiroux, founder of Cinq Mōndes Spas, describes how the subtle interactions between body, mind, and skin can create a state of perfect equilibrium—and a feeling of outer and inner happiness, down to our very cells—or a state of imbalance, caused by unsuitable foods, stress, and cosmetics containing industrial byproducts and other chemicals. Drawing on the ancient teachings of Ayurveda and incorporating yoga, breathing exercises, and meditation as well as the natural active ingredients and micronutrients found in raw foods, super fruits, and vegetable super oils, he teaches you how to become happier, both inside and out.

Laurence Benaïm is a French journalist and fashion writer, and the official biographer of Yves Saint Laurent. Floc’h is a French illustrator and comic artist who has worked in the fields of film, advertising, newspapers and magazines, and publishing. He has coauthored comic books with François Rivière and has published children’s books

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Jean-Louis Poiroux opened

80 color photographs

the first Cinq Mōndes Spa

192 pages

in Paris in 2001 to instant

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acclaim, and today stands

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as an expert in combining

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the best beauty and skin care rituals with alternative, petrochemical-free products.

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and other volumes.

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The Coen Brothers T H I S B O O K R E A L LY T I E S T H E F I L M S TO G E T H E R

ENTERTAINMENT & POP CULTURE

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● ● BY A DA M N AY M A N

A playfully illustrated critical journey through the Coen brothers’ filmography

●● Joel and Ethan Coen are among the most acclaimed auteurs working today, having been jointly nominated for 13 Academy Awards, with four wins total ●● The Coens’ beloved filmography strikes a rare balance of commercial, critical, and cult success. This will be the first in-depth monograph of their work ●● Features in-depth interviews with key Coen collaborators, including cinematographer Roger Deakins, costume designer Mary Zophres, and composer Carter Burwell ●● The book is produced by popular indie film magazine Little White Lies

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rom such cult hits as Raising Arizona (1987) and The Big Lebowski (1998) to major critical darlings Fargo (1996), No Country for Old Men (2007), and Inside Llewyn

Davis (2013), Ethan and Joel Coen have cultivated a bleakly comical, instantly recognizable voice in modern American cinema. In The Coen Brothers: This Book Really Ties the Films

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Together, film critic Adam Nayman carefully sifts through their complex cinematic universe in an effort to plot, as he puts it, “some Grand Unified Theory of Coen-ness.” The book combines critical text—

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biography, close film analysis, and enlightening interviews with key Coen collaborators—with a visual aesthetic that honors the Coens’ singular mix of darkness and levity. Featuring film stills, beautiful and evocative illustrations, punchy infographics, and hard insight, this book will be the definitive exploration of the Coen brothers’ oeuvre.

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Adam Nayman is a contributing editor for Cinema Scope and writes on film for The Ringer, Sight and Sound, Reverse Shot, and

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Little White Lies. He has written books on Showgirls and the films of Ben Wheatley, and lectures on cinema and journalism at the University of Toronto and Ryerson University.

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The First Ten Years

T H E D E F I N I T I V E S TO RY B E H I N D T H E B LO C K B U S T E R S T U D I O ● ● BY TA R A B E N N E T T & PAU L T E R RY ● F O R E W O R D BY K E V I N F E I G E ● A F T E R W O R D BY R O B E R T D O W N E Y J R .

S E LLING POINTS ●● Marvel Studios films have been number one in box office revenue, collectively, for the past five years

Featuring 100+ exclusive interviews and never-before-seen photos

●● This is Marvel Studios’ first foray into behind-the-scenes “making of” publishing; the collectible set will satisfy fans’ appetite for

insider info arvel Studios: The First Ten Years is the only book to give fans an exclusive, behind-thescenes look at the evolution of the studio from a film production arm of a comic book

company to the studio that has grossed more than $12 billion in profit in less than a decade. The

First Ten Years is a lavish, two-volume set that includes personal stories from the 22 movies up

●● Features archival materials and film stills from cast and crew, as well as rare promotional art ●● Luxe package includes

through and including 2019’s Captain Marvel and untitled Avengers sequel. Featuring 100+ new

two-volume set with hardcover

interviews with key producers, studio heads, and cast members including Chadwick Boseman,

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Benedict Cumberbatch, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Brie Larson, Evangeline Lilly, Anthony Mackie, Chris Pratt, Jeremy Renner, Paul Rudd, Mark Ruffalo, Zoe Saldana, and many, many more, Marvel Studios: The First Ten Years will be a tribute to and chronicle of how the Marvel Cinematic Universe was brought to life—and an essential, collectible reference guide for fans.

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Tara Bennett is a New York Times bestselling author and entertainment journalist. She has written more than twenty official movie and television companion books. Paul Terry is a bestselling author and music artist. He has coauthored (with Bennett) Fringe: September's Notebook, Lost Encyclopedia, The Official Making of Big Trouble in Little China, The Blacklist: Elizabeth Keen’s Dossier, and more.

illustrations 512 pages WIDTH: 12" • 305mm HEIGHT: 10" • 254mm 2 volume hardcover set with hardcover slipcase PUB MONTH: OCTOBER ENTERTAINMENT • FILM ISBN 978-1-4197-3244-7 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3244-7 US $150.00 CAN $188.00 1UK 5 0£115.00 00 9 781419 732447

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Typeset in the Future T Y P O G R A P H Y A N D D E S I G N I N S C I E N C E F I C T I O N M OV I E S

S E LLING POINTS ●● Author’s popular Typeset in the

● ● BY DAV E A D D E Y ● F O R E W O R D BY M AT T ZO L L E R S E I T Z

A joyously geeky look at typography and design in sci-fi

Future blog had 175,000 visitors in a single week, when a post was published about Blade Runner, and has been featured in WIRED, Boing Boing, Creative Review, the Paris Review, Daring Fireball, iA, and Hacker News, and on Kottke.org, and more ●● Covers some of the most beloved sci-fi films of all time, including 2001: A Space Odyssey, Alien, and Blade Runner ●● Appeals to both science fiction and graphic design fans alike ●● Features interviews with Pixar’s Ralph Eggleston and Craig Foster, as well as Star Trek scenic art supervisor Mike Okuda and film director Paul Verhoeven (RoboCop, Total Recall, Starship Troopers)

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n Typeset in the Future, blogger and designer Dave Addey invites sci-fi movie fans on a journey through seven genre-

defining classics, discovering how they create compelling visions of the future through typography and design. The book delves deep into 2001: A Space Odyssey, Star Trek: The Motion Picture,

Alien, Blade Runner, Total Recall, WALL·E, and Moon, studying the design tricks and inspirations that make each film transcend mere celluloid and become a believable reality. These studies are illustrated by film stills, concept art, type specimens, and ephemera, plus original interviews with Mike Okuda (Star Trek), Paul Verhoeven (Total Recall), and Ralph Eggleston and Craig Foster (Pixar). Typeset in the Future is an obsessively geeky study of how classic sci-fi movies draw us in to their imagined worlds—and how they have come to represent “THE FUTURE” in popular culture. Dave Addey is the creator of the website Typeset in the Future, a detailed, geeky, and humorous study of the design and typography of classic science fiction movies. He is a designer, writer, and software developer based in Santa Cruz, California. Matt Zoller Seitz is the editor-inchief of RogerEbert.com, the TV critic for New York, the author of The Wes Anderson Collection, The Oliver Stone Experience, and Mad Men Carousel, among others. He is based in New York City.

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Good Trouble

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An inspirational, illustrated guide to using lessons from the civil rights movement of the past to create positive change for the future

●● During these troubled political times, Noxon takes a fresh approach with his positive, encouraging tone that complements practical lessons and accessible illustrations ●● The book contains original interviews with key participants of the civil rights movement ●● The author’s media connections and journalism contacts will secure strong promotional coverage ●● Good Trouble will be published in time for Black History Month

S PECIFICATIONS 300 color illustrations 192 pages WIDTH: 6" • 152mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: JANUARY 2019 HISTORY • CURRENT EVENTS • BLACK HISTORY

ISBN 978-1-4197-3235-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-3235-5 US $19.99 CAN $24.99 UK £14.99 ood Trouble is the helpful antidote to all the pessimism and name-calling that is permeating today’s political

and social dialogues. Revisiting episodes from the civil rights

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movement of the 1950s and ’60s, it highlights the essential lessons that modern-day activists and the civically minded can extract and embrace in order to move forward and create change. In words and vivid pen-and-watercolor illustrations, journalist Christopher Noxon dives into the real stories behind the front lines of the Montgomery bus boycott and the Greensboro lunch counter sit-ins and notable figures such as Rosa Parks and Bayard Rustin, all while exploring the parallels between the civil rights movement era and the present moment. This thoughtful, fresh approach is sure to inspire conversation, action, and, most importantly, hope. Christopher Noxon is a journalist who has written for the New Yorker, the New York Times Magazine, the Atlantic, Los Angeles Magazine, and Salon. He splits his time between Los Angeles and New York City.

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Matty Matheson A COOKBOOK

FOOD & DRINK

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●● The debut cookbook—full of favorite recipes from his

The heavily anticipated first cookbook from the star of Viceland’s It’s Suppertime and Dead Set on Life

childhood and restaurant career— by audience favorite and top cooking personality on Viceland, Vice Media’s television channel ●● Matty Matheson is a social media powerhouse, with more than 350,000 followers on Instagram. His how-to cooking videos attract millions of views on YouTube ●● The book is full of Matty’s

his cookbook is not about farms, gardens, sustainable seafood, or how much cocaine he used to do after dinner service every night. It’s about Matty’s

memories of the foods that have defined who he is. With a drive to share his

zest for life, he shares dishes within these pages that reinterpret the flavors of his youth in Canada as well as the restaurant fare for which he has become so

foolproof recipes, including

well-known. Interpretations of classics like Scumbo: Canadian Gumbo, Grampa’s

family and personal favorites,

Seafood Chowder, and Rappie Pie appear alongside restaurant recipes like Buffalo

and no-nonsense cooking

Sweetbread Sliders, Pigtail Tacos, and his infamous P&L Burger. This is a very

techniques, as well as personal

personal cookbook, full of essays and headnotes that share Matty’s life—from

anecdotes and stories from

growing up in Fort Erie, exploring the wonders of Prince Edward Island, struggling

his past

as a young chef in Toronto, and, eventually, his rise to popularity as one of the world’s most recognizable food personalities. Matty Matheson: A Cookbook is a new collection of recipes from one of today’s most beloved chefs.

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Born in New Brunswick and raised in Fort Erie, Ontario—the New Jersey of Canada—Matty Matheson is the host of Viceland’s It’s Suppertime and Dead Set on Life. This is his first cookbook.

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A primer on plant-based cooking, from the bestselling vegan author Isa Chandra Moskowitz

●● Isa Chandra Moskowitz’s cookbooks have netted nearly 1 million copies ●● She has nearly 70,000 followers on Instagram, 44,000 on Twitter,

and 100,000 on Facebook sa Chandra Moskowitz is the undisputed queen of vegan home cooking. Her readers turn to her for recipes that work, whether they’re looking for cupcakes that adhere to their diet or comforting

●● Isa’s recipes have been featured in the Kitchn, Vegetarian Living,

Thanksgiving dinners that taste as satisfying as their childhood memories. With I Can Cook Vegan,

Vegetarian Times, VegNews, and

Isa offers doable recipes designed to help inspire people to kick their meat habits, improve digestion,

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and become all-around better citizens of the world. The book includes shopping lists, achievable goals, cheerleading, and an extensive FAQ, all written in Isa’s inimitable voice and style. But the book isn’t only for meat eaters looking for a better way to live: Isa wants to get vegans to start cooking more so that they can worry less about what they can and cannot eat. The perfect book for Isa’s legions of fans and anyone interested in learning vegan basics. Isa Chandra Moskowitz is the bestselling author of Isa Does It, Veganomicon, Vegan with a Vengeance, and many more. She is the chef and owner of the restaurant Modern Love, which has locations in both Brooklyn and Omaha.

S PECIFICATIONS 100 recipes 150 color photographs 288 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 10" • 254mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: JANUARY 2019 FOOD & DRINK • HEALTH ISBN 978-1-4197-3241-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-3241-6 US $29.99 CAN $37.99 UK £22.99

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Korean Home Cooking CLASSIC AND MODERN RECIPES

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● ● BY S O H U I K I M W I T H R AC H E L W H A R TO N

●● Sohui Kim’s recipes have been featured in Bon Appétit,

A comprehensive guide to cooking traditional Korean food from Brooklyn’s lauded Insa

New York magazine, Food & Wine, and Saveur ●● Sohui’s restaurants—The Good Fork and Insa—have been glowingly reviewed by the New York Times, GQ, and the New Yorker ●● Includes a mix of travel

n Korean Home Cooking, Sohui Kim shares the authentic Korean flavors found in the dishes at her restaurant and the recipes from her family. Sohui is well-regarded for her sense of sohn mat,

a Korean phrase that roughly translates to “taste of the hand,” or an ease and agility with making food taste delicious. With 100 recipes, Korean Home Cooking is a comprehensive look at Korean cuisine, and includes recipes for kimchee, crisp mung bean pancakes, seaweed soup, spicy

photographs from South

chicken stew, and japchae noodles and more traditional fare of soondae (blood sausage) and yuk

Korea, as well as gorgeous

hwe (beef tartare). With Sohui's guidance, stories from her family, and photographs of her travels

four-color food photography

in Korea, Korean Home Cooking brings rich cultural traditions into your home kitchen. Sohui Kim is the chef and co-owner of Insa and The Good Fork in Brooklyn, New York. Rachel Wharton is a James Beard Foundation award-winning journalist and the coauthor of F*ck, That’s Delicious and The Good Fork Cookbook, among others. She lives in New York City.

S PECIFICATIONS 100 recipes 125 color photographs 256 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 11" • 279mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: OCTOBER FOOD & DRINK ISBN 978-1-4197-3240-9 ISBN 978-1-4197-3240-9 US $35.00 CAN $44.00 UK £26.99

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Home Made Christmas

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● ● BY Y V E T T E VA N B OV E N

Beloved author Yvette van Boven shares more than 100 recipes for the holidays, with tips, tricks, and menus for festive celebrations

S E LLING POINTS ●● Yvette van Boven’s Home Made, Home Made Summer, Home Made Winter, and Home Baked have sold more than 100,000 copies combined ●● Includes gorgeous four-color photographs, step-by-step instructions, and whimsical, hand-drawn art ●● Yvette and her cookbooks have been featured in People, Bon Appétit, Wall Street Journal, Design Sponge, and Eater, among others

S PECIFICATIONS 150 recipes 200 color photographs and illustrations 304 pages WIDTH: 8¼" • 210mm HEIGHT: 10¼" • 260mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: OCTOBER FOOD & DRINK • HOLIDAY ISBN 978-1-4197-3238-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-3238-6 US $35.00 CAN $44.00 UK £26.99

or years, Yvette van Boven has been writing Christmas recipes for newspapers and magazines. As someone

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who loves the holidays, she’s never short of ideas for

celebrations and finally decided that now is the perfect time to publish them in a cookbook: Home Made Christmas. The

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holidays can be overwhelming, but Yvette shows you how to make them easier with her “make ahead” recipes, giving you time to enjoy your company when they arrive. Home Made Christmas includes more than 100 recipes for the holidays (organized by Prepare Ahead and To Finish It Off) that are all easy to make and delicious. With her step-by-step recipes, you’ll know exactly what to do and when. Yvette

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even provides menu ideas to make all your planning easier. Whether you’re celebrating your first Christmas with the love of your life or cooking for your entire family, this cookbook makes sure you’re fully prepared to entertain your holiday guests with a delicious, satisfying meal. Yvette van Boven is a critically acclaimed cookbook author, freelance recipe writer, and illustrator. She is also the host of Holland’s popular cooking show Koken Met van Boven.

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Ibiza, Land and Sea

Picpoul de Pinet

100 SUN-DRENCHED RECIPES

THE WHITE MEDITERRANEAN V I N E YA R D S O F T H E L A N G U E D O C

● ● R E C I P E S BY F R A N Ç O I S E P I A LO U X ● T E X T BY F R A N Ç O I S E L E F É B U R E ● P H OTO G R A P H S BY A L B E R T F O N T

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njoy the cuisine of Ibiza as celebrated at Les Terrasses, a boutique hotel where locals and lucky guests alike gather to enjoy

chef Françoise Pialoux’s inventive creations—prepared with fresh

ake a wine lover’s journey along the Mediterranean Sea, south of Marseille, to the Picpoul de Pinet terroir—the largest white

wine region in Languedoc—a limestone plateau exposed to morning

ingredients from the sea, vegetables from the finca’s own kitchen

sun and covered with fragrant shrubs, orderly vineyards, and tall pine

garden, and other locally grown organic produce. Immerse yourself

forests, producing crystalline pale-green wines with a subtle nose

in the colors and energy of this fabled island and its neighbor,

and lively body. Picpoul is a grape variety native to the Languedoc

Formentera: discover the tastes of the earth and the sea, have lunch

region, perfect with oysters, and enjoyed worldwide. Filled with

in the shade of a palm or fig tree, or improvise a meal on a friend’s

gorgeous new photographs, the book describes the history of this

terrace, cooled by fragrant breezes. More than 100 easy-to-follow

varietal from the 2nd century to the present day, and explores the

illustrated recipes accompany lush color photographs revealing the

harvest, bottle shape, the yearly Thau Music Festival where Picpoul

stunning landscape, local architecture, and exotic atmosphere of this

is always served, the specificity of the terroir, and also includes

fabulous resort locale.

interviews with women winemakers, each highlighting a particular facet of Picpoul de Pinet, from production to tasting.

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Françoise Lefébure is a journalist

100 recipes

and a writer who specializes in

250 color photgraphs

design, lifestyle, and decoration.

65 color photographs

and founder of the magazine

256 pages

The former editor in chief of Côté

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Terre de vins, which was

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Sud, a French lifestyle magazine,

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named the world’s best wine

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she is a regular contributor to

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magazine in 2012.

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Elle Décor and other publications. Albert Font is a Spanish photographer who has worked with Côté Sud and with the renowned Spanish chef Ferran Adrià, who owned the three-star Michelin

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restaurant el Bulli, in Catalonia.

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May I Come In?

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The world’s most extraordinary houses with stories to tell

●● Goodman brings a novelist’s eye to finding houses that have character (and characters with remarkable houses), which makes her design stories unusually compelling ●● Abrams’ books that take the reader into the seldom-seen homes of creative and powerful people have been consistently successful, from Slim Aarons to The Selby ●● Goodman is well-known to readers of New York, one of America’s hottest magazines

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endy Goodman has discovered and

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published stories on an astonishing array of

private houses, notable for their character, personality,

and flair, in her 30 years of design hunting. In May I Come In? she visits more than 75 that capture and

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express their owners’ spirit and passions. In this pantheon, imagination and originality hold sway: Artists and eccentrics are the equals of aristocrats and the

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mandarins of design, and every room has a story to tell. May I Come In? is profusely illustrated with superb images by leading interior photographers, as well as Goodman’s own snapshots and memorabilia related to her quests. It is an irresistible visual record of the art of living by one of its most penetrating observers.

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Wendy Goodman is the author of The World of Gloria Vanderbilt and, with Hutton Wilkinson, of Tony Duquette. She has been New York magazine’s interior design editor for 20 years. Goodman’s career began at Harper’s Bazaar, after which she went to the New York Times Magazine and House and Garden, revealing the worlds of style and fashion. She lives in New York City.

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Thomas O’Brien: Library House ● ● BY T H O M A S O ’ B R I E N

●● Features original, never-before-

American Modern meets An Affair with a House in famed interior designer Thomas O’Brien’s new book

seen photography, offering design fans an exclusive look into O’Brien’s home and process ●● Thomas O’Brien’s American Modern was a bestseller that netted over 25,000 copies, and his new book will follow

homas O’Brien’s name has long been synonymous with vintage elegance, modernism, and warm, livable design, so it’s no surprise that his luxurious homes in Bellport, Long Island, have attracted

significant attention. Thomas O’Brien: Library House captures the gorgeous architecture, interiors,

in its footsteps by focusing on

lush gardens, and myriad collections of the effortlessly formal and classic home and design studio

the author’s personal design

(The Library) next door to his celebrated Academy house. In describing the process of imagining and

principles and life at home ●● O’Brien’s Bellport residence

building this dream project—a new house that looks as if it had been built over generations—the book also provides a view into how the author and his husband and fellow AD100 designer, Dan Fink, live

has been profiled in Domino,

and work. Stunning original photography documents this incredible, historically detailed residence

Veranda, and Architectural

and showcases O’Brien’s keen design sense and his expert eye through a lifetime of collecting art,

Digest, and the author continues

antiquities, furniture, books, tableware, textiles, and more. Including behind-the-scenes stories about

to attract major publicity for both

the extraordinary property and exclusive insight into O’Brien’s passion for gardens, this new book is

his private projects and public

an obsessive design companion and an aspirational guide to living a beautiful life in a beautiful home.

retail relationships Thomas O’Brien is an interior and home furnishings designer based in New York City. He is the founder and president of Aero Studios, one of America’s most respected design firms, and is the author of American Modern and Aero.

S PECIFICATIONS 200 color photographs 272 pages WIDTH: 9½" • 241mm HEIGHT: 11" • 279mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER INTERIOR DESIGN ISBN 978-1-4197-3261-4 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3261-4 US $60.00 CAN $75.00 UK 5 6£45.00 000 9 781419 732614

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Tony Duquette’s Dawnridge

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● ● BY H U T TO N W I L K I N S O N ● P H OTO G R A P H Y BY T I M S T R E E T- P O R T E R ● F O R E W O R D BY H A M I S H B O W L E S S E LLING POINTS

An inside look into one of the most famous and inspiring private homes in America

●● Includes more than 300 photographs and ephemera documenting the history of Dawnridge ●● Hutton Wilkinson was Tony Duquette’s business partner for more than 30 years, and his work has appeared in Vanity Fair, Town & Country, and Harper’s Bazaar, among others ●● Abrams’ Tony Duquette books have sold more than 40,000 copies combined

S PECIFICATIONS 300 color photographs 288 pages WIDTH: 10¼" • 260mm HEIGHT: 12¼" • 311mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER

INTERIOR DESIGN • ART esigner Tony Duquette’s legendary Dawnridge, located in Beverly Hills, is one of the most creatively

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designed private homes in America. Built in 1949 by Duquette and his wife, Elizabeth, the original structure was

a modest 30 × 30 foot box. Hutton Wilkinson purchased the

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home following Duquette’s death in 1999, and he has since breathed new life into the estate, broadening the property, adding houses of his own design, and incorporating

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remarkable objects designed and created by the Duquettes. Written by Wilkinson, Tony Duquette’s Dawnridge chronicles the luxe and historic home’s transformation. The book is organized by the three main houses, and Wilkinson elaborates on the spectacular design elements in each room and shares the stories behind the spaces. Tim Street-Porter’s photographs show both the original and redesigned rooms.

Around That Time ISBN 978-1-4197-2224-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-2224-0 US $75.00 CAN $95.00 UK 5 7£45.00 500

Hutton Wilkinson is an interior designer and the author of More is More: Tony Duquette and Tony Duquette Jewelry. Tim Street-Porter is an architectural photographer whose books include L.A. Modern, Casa Mexico, and Palm Springs: A Modernist Paradise, among others. Hamish Bowles is the international editor-at-large for Vogue.

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The Private World of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé ISBN 978-0-86565-251-4 ISBN 978-0865652514 US $95.00 CAN $123.50 5UK 9 £45.00 500

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The World of Apartamento ● ● BY O M A R S O S A , N AC H O A L E G R E , A N D M A R C O V E L A R D I

S E LLING POINTS ●● Published biannually,

A celebration of 10 years of Apartamento, the boundary-pushing interiors and lifestyle magazine

Apartamento circulates 45,000 copies in 49 countries. Online, Apartamento has more than 112,000 Instagram followers and 64,000 Facebook followers ●● The magazine has a devoted following of influential tastemakers like Tavi Gevinson, Mel Ottenberg, Rose McGowan, and more ●● Awarded the prestigious Yellow Pencil Award and the best complete magazine by D&AD (formerly British Design & Art Direction)

S PECIFICATIONS 300 color photographs 320 pages WIDTH: 9" • 229mm HEIGHT: 12" • 305mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: APRIL INTERIOR DESIGN ISBN 978-1-4197-2892-1 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-2892-1 US $60.00 CAN $75.00 UK 5 6£45.00 000

partamento is widely recognized as today’s most influential interiors magazine. International, well-designed,

and simply written since 2008, it is an indispensable resource for individuals who are passionate about the way they live.

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Apartamento breaks the traditional magazine boundaries that separate home design from homeowner, and offers readers a glimpse inside the lived-in, often cluttered homes of celebrities and industry legends such as REM frontman Michael Stipe and indie screen queen Chloë Sevigny. The World of Apartamento is a celebration of the magazine’s 10th anniversary and features the best and most inspirational interiors from the publication’s pages. Like the magazine itself, the book is a carefully developed editorial

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mix—high-quality writing and beautiful photography—that communicates genuine stories and intimate moments. With more than 300 photographs and an eclectic mix of subjects like François Halard, Glenn O’Brien, Florence Welch, Paz de la Huerta, and more, the book is an inspiring look at individual design choices.

Commune ISBN 978-1-4197-0963-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-0963-0 US $60.00 CAN $75.00 UK 5 6£45.00 000 9 781419 709630

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Apartamento was founded in 2008 by Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, and Marco Velardi, who spend time between New York, Milan, and Berlin.

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Dream. Design. Live.

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● ● BY PA LO M A C O N T R E R A S

Interior designer and tastemaker Paloma Contreras shares her philosophy on living “the sweet life”

S E LLING POINTS ●● La Dolce Vita receives over 300,000 unique visitors a month, and the author has a dedicated following on social media, with 181,300 followers on Pinterest, 85,700 followers on Instagram, and 18,800 followers on Twitter ●● Author has received substantial publicity attention, with House Beautiful naming her one of its “Next Wave” interior designers, and La Dolce Vita being listed as one of “The 26 Best Design Blogs” by Domino ●● Author has strong retail connections including WilliamsSonoma Home, Bravo, American Express, Kohler, KitchenAid, One Kings Lane, and Peninsula Hotels

S PECIFICATIONS 150 color photographs 240 pages WIDTH: 8½" • 216mm HEIGHT: 10" • 254mm

Hardcover n Dream. Design. Live., decorator Paloma Contreras

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goes beyond interior design to show readers how

INTERIOR DESIGN

to inhabit their homes in fulfilling and beautiful ways.

Divided into three sections, this hardworking book

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proves that the most appealing interiors are also the most personal ones. Contreras takes readers through the design process and encourages them to seek

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inspiration from the approach that works best for them. From thinking creatively to improve both your home and your life, to showing you how to turn your dreams

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into realities, the author reveals how you can take the welcoming space you’ve just created and spend meaningful time there pursuing the activities you love. With stunning photography and accessible-yet-elegant tips, Dream. Design. Live. fuses interior decorating advice with lifestyle recommendations and demonstrates how living a happy and satisfying life starts at home. Paloma Contreras is the blogger behind the popular interior design site La Dolce Vita. She has been featured in many major publications, including Domino, House Beautiful, the New York Times, AD online, Vogue, Elle Decor, and the Wall Street Journal. She lives in Houston.

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The New Bohemians ISBN 978-1-61769-151-5 ISBN 978-1-61769-151-5 US $35.00 CAN $44.00 UK 5 3£26.99 500 9 781617 691515 Cupcakes and Cashmere at Home ISBN 978-1-4197-1583-9 ISBN 978-1-4197-1583-9 US $19.95 CAN $23.95 UK 5 £12.99 1995 9 781419 715839

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S E LLING POINTS ●● The past two editions of Chicago Architecture and Design have sold more than 44,000 copies

Chicago Architecture and Design 3RD EDITION ● ● BY JAY P R I D M O R E A N D G E O R G E A . L A R S O N ● P R I N C I PA L P H OTO G R A P H Y BY H E D R I C H B L E S S I N G

combined ●● An in-depth look at the Chicago work of such towering figures as Daniel Burnham, Louis H.

An updated edition of the popular reference guide to Chicago architecture from the mid-19th century to present day

Sullivan, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Mies van der Rohe, as well as that of many lesser-known architects and builders ●● Includes 35 new photographs of both interior and exterior architecture

S PECIFICATIONS 300 color photographs 328 pages WIDTH: 9" • 229mm HEIGHT: 11" • 279mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER ARCHITECTURE ISBN 978-1-4197-3231-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-3231-7 US $60.00 CAN $75.00 UK £45.00

he birthplace of the skyscraper, Chicago is famous for an architectural tradition that has influenced building

around the globe. It is the cradle of modern architecture. It gave rise to the urban office building and to the flowing, open floor plans of today’s homes. Chicago Architecture

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and Design chronicles the city’s architecture from the 19th through the early 21st century: from the structural simplicity of Chicago School commercial building to the low-slung Prairie School house, from the streamlined Art Deco skyscraper to the minimalist Miesian tower of glass and steel, and all the way through to the strikingly original, diverse designs of the present day’s second modern period. It examines the evolution of modern architecture in the context of broader historical, social, technological, and artistic currents and explores innovations that pushed buildings ever higher. This third edition adds 10 new buildings from the last decade, including Renzo Piano’s Modern Wing of the Art Institute, John Ronan’s Poetry Foundation, and Helmut Jahn’s Mansueto Library at the University of Chicago. Jay Pridmore is a freelance writer and critic. George A. Larson is chairman and director of design of Larson Associates, Chicago and New York City.

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The Central Park

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O R I G I N A L D E S I G N S F R O M T H E G R E E N S WA R D TO T H E G R E AT L AW N ● ● BY C Y N T H I A S . B R E N WA L L ● F O R E W O R D BY M A R T I N F I L L E R

S E LLING POINTS ●● Books about New York City have

The beautifully illustrated story of the creation of Central Park

a wide audience, and Central Park is one of the city’s most popular places ●● Most of the material in this book

he Central Park, as it was known to its creators, is one of history’s most successful urban design projects and one of New York City’s most beloved features. The Central Park draws on more

than 1,500 drawings, photographs, and maps in the New York City Municipal Archives to tell the story

of this pioneering work. This visual material ranges from the original winning competition entry; to

is original and has never been published before ●● In addition to New Yorkers, this book will interest architects,

meticulously detailed maps; to plans and elevations of buildings, some built, some unbuilt; to elegant

urban planners, gardeners,

designs for all kinds of fixtures needed in a world of gaslight and horses; to intricate engineering

artists, and designers

drawings of infrastructure elements. Much of it has never been published before. Author Cynthia Brenwall uses this extraordinary collection, supplemented with period photography, to tell the story of the creation of the park, from its conception to its completion. The Central Park is both a magnificent art book and a message from the past about what brilliant urban planning can do for a great city. Cynthia Brenwall is a conservator at the New York City Municipal Archives. She lives in New York City. Martin Filler is a prominent American architecture critic. He lives in New York City.

S PECIFICATIONS 250 color photographs and illustrations 236 pages WIDTH: 111/2" • 292mm HEIGHT: 9¾" • 248mm Hardcover with jacket, 2 gatefolds SPRING 2019 ARCHITECTURE • HISTORY ISBN 978-1-4197-3232-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-3232-4 US $50.00 CAN $63.00 UK £40.00

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Central Park, An American Masterpiece ISBN 978-0-8109-3946-2 ISBN 978-0-8109-3946-2 US $50.00 CAN $62.50 UK 5 5£38.00 000 9 780810 939462 Seeing Central Park ISBN 978-0-8109-9628-1 ISBN 978-0-8109-9628-1 US $21.95 CAN $27.95 UK 5 £16.99 2195 9 780810 996281

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Sacred Spaces T H E AW E - I N S P I R I N G A R C H I T E C T U R E O F C H U R C H E S A N D C AT H E D R A L S

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● ● BY G U I L L AU M E D E L AU B I E R ●

T E X T BY JAC Q U E S B O S S E R

A breathtaking survey of beautiful churches and cathedrals from acclaimed photographer Guillaume de Laubier

●● Includes over 250 new photographs of spectacular architecture, offering exclusive access to fascinating spaces ●● Features churches and cathedrals from the most revered religious sites and tourist attractions ●● Luxurious packaging makes this book an ideal gift ●● Author’s The Most Beautiful Libraries in the World has sold more than 25,000 copies

S PECIFICATIONS 250 color photographs 240 pages WIDTH: 11" • 280mm HEIGHT: 11" • 280mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER ARCHITECTURE • PHOTOGRAPHY • RELIGION ISBN 978-1-4197-2806-8 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-2806-8 US $60.00 CAN $75.00 UK 5 6£45.00 000 9 781419 728068

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rom St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome to Notre-Dame in Paris, Christian churches represent some of our most

significant architectural achievements, designed to evoke

wonder and awe. Offering unprecedented access to a collection of revered religious landmarks, photographer Guillaume de Laubier takes readers on a stunning architectural tour. Sacred Spaces showcases breathtaking photographs of extraordinary churches and cathedrals, revealing original, illuminating views of icons, such as la Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, while also shedding light on lesser-known sites, such as Saint Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow. Whether Catholic, Protestant, or Orthodox; made of wood, stone, concrete, or glass; Roman, Gothic,

The Most Beautiful Libraries in the World ISBN 978-0-8109-4634-7 ISBN 978-0-8109-4634-7 US $65.00 CAN $79.00 UK 5 6£40.00 500

Baroque, or modern, the places of worship featured in this richly produced volume present an extraordinary overview of our architectural and cultural history. Guillaume de Laubier is an acclaimed photographer who

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The Most Beautiful Opera Houses in the World ISBN 978-1-4197-0961-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-0961-6 US $65.00 CAN $79.00 UK 5 6£40.00 500

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specializes in architecture, interior design, decor, and lifestyle. His work has been featured in publications such as Elle Decoration and Vogue. Jacques Bosser is a journalist and author of more than 40 books on architecture, design, and photography. They both live in Paris.

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Amy Herzog’s Ultimate Sweater Book

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● ● BY A M Y H E R ZO G ● P H OTO G R A P H Y BY B U R C U AV S A R

●● Amy Herzog is an expert author,

A master class in creating sweaters from scratch

designer, and knitting industry personality ●● Amy’s three previous books together have sold more than 49,000 copies. Along with this

arn and fiber enthusiasts everywhere will celebrate the latest addition to Amy Herzog’s beloved knitting series (which includes You Can Knit That, Knit to

Flatter, and Knit Wear Love). This essential guide details every aspect of sweater knitting, starting with instructions for four basic sweater types: yoke, raglan, drop shoulder, and set-in sleeve. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges for broad appeal. Following the basics for each of the four sweater types are a diverse range of customizing options, including how to add a hood, cowl neck, turtleneck, pockets, and zip or cardigan front, just to name a few. Amy’s clear instruction and expert tips expand the many knitting possibilities, creating the essential knitting resource for knitters everywhere.

book, the series offers a master class in knitting ●● An essential knitting reference, the book provides sweater knitters with completely accessible basics, deeply researched instructions, and encouragement to try new techniques

Amy Herzog is the author of Knit Wear Love and Knit to Flatter and the creator of the Fit to Flatter online series. She teaches courses on Craftsy and in yarn shops countrywide and her sweater designs have been featured in Twist Collective, Knitscene, Interweave Knits, Knitty, and more. She lives in Connecticut.

S PECIFICATIONS 100 color photographs 192 pages WIDTH: 8½" • 216mm HEIGHT: 9⅞" • 251mm Paperback with flaps PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER CRAFT ISBN 978-1-4197-2670-5 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-2670-5 US $24.99 CAN $31.99 UK 5 2£18.99 499 9 781419 726705

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Knit to Flatter ISBN 978-1-61769-017-4 ISBN 978-1-61769-017-4 US $24.95 CAN $29.95 UK 5 2£15.99 495 9 781617 690174

Knit Wear Love ISBN 978-1-61769-139-3 ISBN 978-1-61769-139-3 US $24.95 CAN $27.95 UK £15.99 52 495

9 781617 691393 You Can Knit That ISBN 978-1-4197-2247-9 ISBN 978-1-4197-2247-9 US $24.95 CAN $29.95 UK 5 2£15.99 495 9 781419 722479

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T H E E S S E N T I A L G U I D E F O R A DV E N T U R O U S K N I T T E R S

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S E LLING POINTS ●● More than half a million newsletter subscribers and

The Spoonflower Quick‑sew Project Book 3 0 D I YS TO M A K E T H E M O S T O F YO U R FA B R I C S TA S H ● ● BY A N DA C O R R I E

site visitors each month look to Spoonflower for design ideas and one-of-a kind fabrics ●● In-demand Spoonflower

Fabric lovers’ favorite shopping and idea source Spoonflower presents wonderful projects to make with a yard (or less) of fabric

fabrics are at the forefront of a revolutionary DIY movement, beloved by a loyal audience of quilters, makers, and sewists ●● Quick-to-make, affordable, stash-busting projects—a trifecta for sewing and quilting fans everywhere

S PECIFICATIONS 200 color photographs 192 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 10" • 254mm Paperback PUB MONTH: OCTOBER CRAFT ISBN 978-1-61769-079-2 ISBN 978-1-61769-079-2 US $27.50 CAN $34.50 UK £20.99

titch up a storm with more than 30 new stash-friendly projects from quilt and fabric lovers’ favorite creative force:

Spoonflower. Discover all that you can make with just a yard or two! Spoonflower—a design-your-own/print-on-demand fabric company known for its unique, clever, and must-have designs—

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presents simple step-by-step instructions that are accompanied by templates and pattern pieces. Here are dozens of brand-new projects designed to be completed in just a few hours. Get inspired and turn your favorite fabric into a lovely garland, stylish tote, children’s tent, and all sorts of other accessories for home and fashion. With step-by-step tutorials and projects that span a wide spectrum of skills, this book is perfect for both new and experienced sewists. Designing fabric, wallpaper, and gift wrap

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used to be the stuff of dreams. Today, Spoonflower’s technology allows anyone to affordably create, print, and purchase one-of-akind fabric or paper. Spoonflower is the premier creative outlet and technology company/venue for creating your own fabric and printed goods,

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and a spectacular design and fabric resource for hundreds of thousands of users worldwide. The Durham, North Carolina– based company has been featured in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, House Beautiful, and more.

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Lotta Jansdotter Paper, Pattern, Play

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● ● BY LOT TA JA N S D OT T E R ● P H OTO G R A P H Y BY J E N N Y H A L L E N G R E N ●● A book like no other, combining a host of tear-out materials— decorative sheets of paper, postcards, gift wrap, and more— along with creative exercises and easy project instructions

A delightful book to inspire hours of creativity making projects with paper

●● Lotta Jansdotter is the creator of an international lifestyle brand and a sought-after designer, author, and teacher ●● Lotta Jansdotter’s many international licensing partners include Lenox/Dansk, Fishs Eddy, Surya Rugs, and Windham Fabrics

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 248 pages WIDTH: 7½" • 191mm HEIGHT: 9⅝" • 244mm

Paperback lifelong artist, Lotta Jansdotter has been creating patterns and motifs for fun since childhood and

professionally since 1996. Her organic, playful, and timeless designs have appeared on everything from sewing and quilting fabrics to rugs, bedsheets, baby

4 sheets of stickers, 2 sheets of gift tags, 3 13" × 18" folded sheets of wrapping paper, 2 sheets of postcards, 2 sheets of art card paper

gear, dishes, and more. For Paper, Pattern, Play, Lotta

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happily focuses on the most basic and versatile of

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mediums: paper. Here she presents a colorful collection of both iconic favorites and brand-new creations, printed

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on a combination of perforated uncoated paper and cardstock, all meant to be torn out and enjoyed. She also shares prompts and instructions for creating easy, fun,

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and whimsical projects, including party decorations and favors, games, gift tags, gift wrap, labels, stickers, stationery, and assorted, as Lotta likes to say, bits and bobs.

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Lotta Jansdotter is a New York–based Scandinavian designer. Her creations, ranging from stationery to dishware to textiles, are sold worldwide and have been featured in publications such as O, Martha Stewart Living, and Sweet Paul and at retail stores such as Anthropologie, West Elm, and ABC Carpet. She is the author of six books, including Lotta Jansdotter’s Everyday Style.

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Mending Matters S T I TC H , PATC H , A N D R E PA I R YO U R FAVO R I T E D E N I M & M O R E

S E LLING POINTS ●● Simple-to-learn stitches (no sewing machine required) and fashion-forward projects (mostly

● ● BY K AT R I N A R O DA B AU G H ● P H OTO G R A P H Y BY K A R E N P E A R S O N

Join the slow fashion movement by learning Sashiko and other beautiful stitching techniques

denim) will tempt even the nonsewing crowd ●● More than a sewing book, this book is part how-to and part call to action for a more mindful relationship with the things we wear ●● The topic is timely and author Katrina Rodabaugh is a soughtafter talent at the forefront this new movement

S PECIFICATIONS 200 color photographs 224 pages WIDTH: 7" • 178mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: OCTOBER CRAFT • FASHION ISBN 978-1-4197-2947-8 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-2947-8 US $24.99 CAN $31.99 UK 5 2£18.99 499 9 781419 729478

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ending Matters explores sewing on two levels: First, it includes more than 20 hands-on

projects that showcase current trends in visible mending that are edgy, modern, and bold—but draw on traditional stitching. It does all this through just four very simple mending techniques: exterior patches, interior patches, slow stitches, darning, and weaving. In addition, the book addresses the way mending leads to a more mindful relationship to fashion and to overall well-being.

In essays that accompany each how-to chapter, Katrina

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Rodabaugh explores mending as a metaphor for appreciating our own naturally flawed selves, and she examines the ways in which mending teaches us new skills, self-reliance, and confidence, all gained from making things with our own hands.

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Katrina Rodabaugh is an award-winning artist and crafter working across disciplines to explore environmental and social issues through traditional craft technique. She lives in Germantown, New York.

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The Botanical Bible

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P L A N T S , F LO W E R S , R E C I P E S & OT H E R H O M E U S E S S E LLING POINTS

The ultimate illustrated guide to understanding and cultivating plants and flowers

●● Exciting follow-up to the best selling The Beekeeper’s Bible ●● Contains a wealth of knowledge about botany, horticulture, gardening, medicinal applications, botanical crafting, and more ●● Features 100 recipes for making food, drinks, home remedies, therapeutic scents, and natural cosmetics—plus ideas and inspiration for crafts and artwork ●● 250 color images including

charming historical botanical illustrations and contemporary

photography

250 color photographs and illustrations 416 pages WIDTH: 7½" • 191mm

HEIGHT: 9¾" • 248mm he Botanical Bible is an elegant and comprehensive introduction to the beauty, diversity, and value of

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the botanical world. Author Sonya Patel Ellis covers

the evolution of the plant kingdom, the history of

horticulture, basic botany, and more. Readers will learn not only how to garden and forage in six major

Hardcover PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER NATURE • GARDENING • FOOD & DRINK • CRAFT ISBN 978-1-4197-3223-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-3223-2 US $40.00 CAN $50.00

climate zones but also how to make the most of their harvest through a series of recipes for savory dishes, sweets, and drinks. Ellis demonstrates how to use botanicals for beauty and health, with instructions for making essential oils, herbal remedies, floral scents,

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and natural cosmetics—and even explores the world of botanical artistry and crafts. Gorgeously illustrated throughout, and packed with information and handson projects, The Botanical Bible is the ultimate guide for aspiring gardeners, botanists, homesteaders, and anyone seeking a more meaningful relationship with nature. Sonya Patel Ellis is a writer and editor. She is also an artist who works primarily with pressed botanicals. Ellis founded The Herbarium Project in 2013, to explore the parallels and interconnectivity among nature, art, books, and culture.

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The Beekeeper’s Bible ISBN 978-1-58479-918-4 ISBN 978-1584799184 US $35.00 NCR 53500

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● ● BY S O N YA PAT E L E L L I S

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The Ponant Adventure T H E C R U I S E S O F YO U R D R E A M S

TRAVEL & SPORTS

S E LLING POINTS ●● 300 stunning photographs spanning five continents ●● The inspiring history of a family business that has grown into

● ● BY C É C I L E M A S L A K I A N ● F O R E W O R D BY O L I V I E R D E K E R S AU S O N

A breathtaking tour around the world on board of one of the world’s most beautiful cruise ships

a leading international travel company

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mbark on Le Ponant, the flagship of the exceptional fleet of Ponant yachts that will take

you to the mythical ports and little-known anchorages only accessible to smaller ships. Sail to some of the most beautiful locations in the world: see the imposing majestic glaciers and amazing wildlife of the faraway poles; moor in hidden bays in the Mediterranean; see the stunning diversity of Asia and Oceania, the idyllic colors of Latin America, and the islands of the Pacific and the Caribbean while enjoying the utmost luxury.

These French cruises offer exquisite food, lush wellness facilities, unusual shore expeditions—the ultimate in cruise experiences. Along with stunning photographs, this new book tells the story of the four French merchant navy sailors who, after seeing the world, created Ponant. Today, their company is the leader in high-end expedition cruises, and in true French luxury at sea. Cécile Maslakian is a French journalist and writer who specializes in cooking and travel books.

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US Open

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50 YEARS OF CHAMPIONSHIP TENNIS ● ● BY TH E U N ITE D S TATE S TE N N I S A S SOC I ATI O N W ITH R I C H A R D S . R E N N E RT ● F O R E W O R D BY S E R E N A W I L L I A M S

S E LLING POINTS ●● Publication is tied to the US Open’s 50th anniversary. The

A vibrantly illustrated book celebrating the most spectacular event in tennis

US Open is one of the world’s highest-attended annual sporting events, drawing close to 700,000 fans each year

●● Includes contributions from top imed to coincide with the US Open’s 50th anniversary, this exquisitely produced book celebrates the most electrifying event in tennis. All of the key moments and unforgettable personalities from

the competition’s 50-year history are brought to life by vibrant, exclusive photography. This book

provides a comprehensive look at the tournament, from the early years of tennis legends such as Billie Jean King and Arthur Ashe to iconic contemporary players such as Roger Federer and Serena Williams. Original contributions from journalists, players, coaches, and notable fans stand alongside

players, leading journalists, and famous fans, including Chris Evert, Rod Laver, Pam Shriver, John Feinstein, L. Jon Wertheim, Alec Baldwin, and Ralph Lauren ●● Luxurious package makes this

gorgeous photography of the many household names who have made their mark competing on the

book an ideal gift for tennis fans

game’s biggest stage. A perfect gift for any tennis fan, this book is a richly visual tribute to the sport,

everywhere

its fans, and its champions. Richard S. Rennert is the director of publishing at the United States Tennis Association, which is America’s governing body for the sport of tennis. Rennert is also the author of The Open Book: Celebrating 40 Years of America’s Grand Slam. He lives in New York.

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▲ From The Good Neighbor

A Woman First: First Woman

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The deeply personal memoir by the former president

S E LLING POINTS ●● This is the only authorized book about Veep and has HBO’s full support ●● The winner of 17 Emmys, Rolling Stone calls Veep “viciously funny . . . the sharpest political satire on TV” ●● Book will be timed to publish alongside the upcoming season’s premiere

Because every generation gets the leader they deserve

●● Presented as the authentic memoir of President Selina Meyer

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he long-awaited memoir of her tumultuous year in office, A Woman First: First Woman is an

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intimate first-person account of the public and private lives of Selina Meyer, America’s first woman

president. Known and beloved throughout the world as a vocal and fearless advocate for adult literacy,

fighting AIDS, our military families, and as a stalwart champion of the oppressed, especially the long-suffering people of Tibet, President Meyer is considered one of the world’s most notable people. In her own words, she reveals the innermost workings of the world’s most powerful office, sharing previous secret details along with her own personal feelings about the historic events of her time. In A Woman First: First Woman, President Selina Meyer tells the story of her times the way that only she could. Readers will gain new insights not only into Meyer herself but also the mechanics of governing and the many colorful personalities in Meyer’s orbit, including world leaders and her devoted cadre of allies and aides, many of them already familiar to the American people. The perfect gift for dad or grad, there has never been another book to compare with it in terms of both capturing the true essence of not only being president but also the very state of our union. In 2012, Selina Meyer made history when she was elected the first female vice president of the US as the running mate of President Stuart Hughes. When Hughes resigned in 2016, Meyer again electrified the world when she took charge in the Oval Office. Working round-the-clock with her signature drive and intelligence, Meyer managed to overcome decades of government indifference and inertia to create signature initiatives on a broad variety of fronts.

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Breaking Bad 101

A Stash of One’s Own

T H E C O M P L E T E C R I T I C A L C O M PA N I O N

K N I T T E R S O N LOV I N G , L I V I N G W I T H , A N D L E T T I N G G O O F YA R N

● ● BY A L A N S E P I N WA L L ● ● BY C L A R A PA R K E S

● F O R E W O R D BY DA M O N L I N D E LO F “Alan knows more about

Named one of the top 10

Breaking Bad than I do.”

lifestyle books for fall 2017

—Bryan Cranston

by Publishers Weekly.

“It’s a thoughtfully created

Named by Vogue Knitting as

book, the kind of thing I can

one of knitting’s “New Wave”

see myself pulling off the shelf

along with Debbie Stoller and

again and again as I re-watch

Stephanie Pearl-McPhee

the series.” —Slashfilm

“Clara Parkes is the M. F. K.

“. . . the ultimate guide to Vince

Fisher of knitting: unflinching,

Gilligan’s defining anti-hero

all-seeing, mysterious—and

drama, an episode-by-episode

also kind.” —Ann Shayne

journey through the series that

and Kay Gardiner of

introduced a new level of visual

Mason-Dixon Knitting

ambition and moral argument to television.” —Washington Post

reated by Vince Gilligan, the series charts the transformation of high school science teacher Walter White (played by Bryan

Cranston) into a cold, calculating meth kingpin. The ultimate critical

new, addictive-to-read collection of essays and stories celebrating yarn—specifically, the knitter’s reputation for acquir-

ing it in large quantities and storing it away in what’s lovingly referred

companion for one of the greatest television dramas of all time,

to as a “stash.” The pieces in this collection span from comical to

Breaking Bad 101 offers fans Sepinwall’s smart, funny, and incisive

earnest, lighthearted to deeply philosophical, in a celebration of the

analysis of the psychology and filmmaking craft behind each episode,

how, why, when, and what of stashes each knitter has accumulated

and celebrates the series’ unique place in pop-culture history. AMC’s

over the years. We’ll hear from bestselling authors, designers, yarn-

Breaking Bad is among the most beloved, critically acclaimed

store owners, essayists, sheep farmers, mill owners, and the people

American television series of our time.

behind the world’s largest collective online stash, Ravelry.com.

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Clara Parkes is the

Alan Sepinwall is currently the television critic for Uproxx.com. Prior to Uproxx and HitFix, Sepinwall spent 14 years as a columnist for the Star Ledger of Newark, New Jersey. His thoughts on

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founder and publisher of KnittersReview.com, an email newsletter that explores the pleasures and subtleties of yarn. Described by Folio magazine as “[for knitters]

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television have appeared in

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what Cook’s Illustrated is for

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the New York Times, Time

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chefs and foodies” since its

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magazine, and Variety. Slate has said Sepinwall “changed

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May 2000 debut, Parkes’s

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Parkes herself has 17,000+

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New Jersey.

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Knitter’s Review newsletter boasts 35,000 subscribers.

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international host of fans. She lives in Portland, Maine.

The X-Files Complete Critical Companion ● ● BY Z AC K H A N D L E N A N D TO D D VA N D E R W E R F F ● F O R E WO R D BY KU M A I L N A N J I A N I ● I L LUS TR ATI O N S BY PATR I C K LEG E R

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Features original content, including exclusive interviews with some of the key members of the cast and crew and an

The definitive critical companion to one of the most popular and influential science fiction shows in television history

original foreword from actor and comedian Kumail Nanjiani ●● Timed to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the show’s premiere, which will occur in

n 1993, Fox debuted a strange new television show called The X-Files. Little did anyone suspect that the series would become one of the network’s biggest hits—and change the landscape of television

in the process. Now, on the occasion of the show’s 25th anniversary, TV critics Zack Handlen and

September 2018 ●● Authors are well-respected in the television criticism world and

Todd VanDerWerff unpack exactly what made this haunting show so groundbreaking. Witty and

have a strong web presence, with

insightful reviews of every episode of the series, including the brand new 11th season, leave no mys-

Handlen regularly contributing to

tery unsolved and no monster unexplained. This crucial collection even includes exclusive interviews

the A.V. Club and VanDerWerff

with some of the stars and screenwriters, as well as an original foreword by X-Files superfan and star

heading television coverage

of The Big Sick and Silicon Valley Kumail Nanjiani. This complete critical companion is the definitive

for Vox

guide to The X-Files, whether you’re a lifelong viewer wanting to relive memories of watching the show when it first aired or a new fan uncovering the conspiracy for the first time. Todd VanDerWerff is the critic-at-large for Vox and the first TV editor of the A.V. Club. His work has also appeared in the Los Angeles Times, Salon, and Grantland. He lives in Los Angeles. Zack Handlen is a freelance writer whose work regularly appears online

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at the A.V. Club. He has also written for io9, Inverse,

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and the Toast and is the author of If You Like Monty

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Python . . . He lives in Lewiston, Maine.

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The Anna Karenina Fix

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L I F E L E S S O N S F R O M R U S S I A N L I T E R AT U R E ● ● BY V I V G R O S KO P

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An insightful and hilarious exploration of Russian literature and its lessons on how to live a better life (or at least be less miserable)

●● A funny, spirited celebration of the power of literature, this is a book that readers will adore and eagerly share ●● In the spirit of Alain de Botton’s How Proust Can Change Your Life and Elif Batuman’s The Possessed: Adventures with

“Hilarious, candid, and thought-provoking.”

Russian Books and the People

—Gretchen Rubin, author of the #1

Who Read Them

bestseller The Happiness Project

●● Groskop has a wonderful voice—

“Enchanting.” —The Observer

she’s an experienced journalist,

“★★★★★ This wonderfully entertaining

critic, and comedian, but also has advanced degrees in Russian

book is a passionate, hilarious, joyful love

letter to Russian literature.”

—Allison Pearson, The Telegraph

“Funny, clever, and joyful. I loved this

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Christmas present.” —Lionel Shriver Learn how to hack life 19th-centuryRussian style! You’ll totally be like Anna Karenina without getting (spoiler alert) run over by a train!” —Gary Shteyngart

INSPIRATIONAL

“Witty and droll. I can’t imagine a nicer

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s Viv Groskop knows from personal experience, everything that has ever happened to a person has already happened in the Russian classics: from not being sure what to do with your

life (Anna Karenina), to being hopelessly in love with someone who doesn’t love you back (Turgenev’s

A Month in the Country), or being socially anxious about your appearance (all of Chekhov’s work). In The Anna Karenina Fix, a sort of literary self-help memoir, Groskop mines these and other works, as well as the lives of their celebrated creators, and her own experiences as a student of Russian, to answer the question “How should you live your life?” This is a charming and fiercely intelligent book, a love letter to Russian literature and an exploration of the answers these writers found to life’s questions. Viv Groskop is a journalist, author, cultural critic, and comedian. A graduate of Cambridge University and the University College London School of Slavonic and East European Studies, she is a regular contributor to The Guardian, The Observer, and the Mail on Sunday and has written for many other publications.

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The Good Neighbor

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THE LIFE AND WORK OF FRED ROGERS ● ● BY M A X W E L L K I N G

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The first—and definitive—biography of Fred Rogers, children’s television pioneer and American cultural icon

●● Rogers is increasingly resonant in our culture; see his phrase “look for the helpers” resurfacing after tragic events ●● 2018 is the 50th anniversary of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood being broadcast nationally. To commemorate, PBS is airing an anniversary special in March, the USPS is issuing a Fred Rogers stamp, and a documentary feature film on Rogers hits theaters in June. A biopic starring

●● Rogers has a special place in the heart of millions. At its height in the 1980s, the show reached 10% of American households five days a week

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Tom Hanks is also in the works

red Rogers (1928–2003) was an enormously influential figure in the history of television and in the lives of tens of millions of children. As the creator and star of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,

he was a champion of compassion, equality, and kindness. Rogers was fiercely devoted to children

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and to taking their fears, concerns, and questions about the world seriously. The Good Neighbor, the first full-length biography of Fred Rogers, tells the story of this utterly unique and enduring American icon. Drawing on original interviews, oral histories, and archival documents, Maxwell King traces Rogers’s personal, professional, and artistic life through decades of work,

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including a surprising decision to walk away from the show to make television for adults, only to return to the neighborhood with increasingly sophisticated episodes, written in collaboration with experts on childhood development. An engaging story, rich in detail, The Good Neighbor is the definitive portrait of a beloved figure, cherished by multiple generations. Maxwell King is the CEO of the Pittsburgh Foundation. After a career in journalism, including eight years as editor of the Philadelphia Inquirer, King served as president of the Pittsburgh-based Heinz Endowments for nearly a decade.

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Evil

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T H E S C I E N C E B E H I N D H U M A N I T Y ’ S DA R K S I D E ● ● BY J U L I A S H AW

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From a leading criminal psychologist, a smart and highly readable exploration of evil, grounded in the latest research

●● Shaw is a media natural, and has been extensively featured for her research ●● Readers flock to books on psychopaths and a**holes, and Evil’s broad range of fresh, engaging science should get lots of attention ●● Shaw’s first book, The Memory Illusion, was an international

PR AIS E FOR THE ME MORY ILLUSION

bestseller and has sold in 14 languages

“A spryly paced, fun, sometimes frightening exploration.”

—Pacific Standard “Truly fascinating.” —BBC Radio 2 “Shaw deserves a big compliment.

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—Philosophy Magazine

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comprehensible way.”

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a wide field and in an exciting,

Hardcover

She has comprehensively portrayed

hat is it about evil that we find so compelling? From our obsession with serial killers to violence in pop culture, we seem inescapably drawn to the stories of monstrous acts and the

aberrant people who commit them. But evil, Dr. Julia Shaw argues, is all relative, rooted in our unique cultures. What one may consider normal, like sex before marriage, eating meat, or being a banker, others find abhorrent. And if evil is only in the eye of the beholder, can it be said to exist at all? In Evil,

Shaw uses case studies from academia, examples from popular culture, and anecdotes from everyday life to break down complex information and concepts like the neuroscience of evil, the psychology of bloodlust, and workplace misbehavior. This is a wide-ranging exploration into a fascinating, darkly compelling subject. Julia Shaw is a senior lecturer in criminology and psychology at London South Bank University. Born in Germany and raised in Canada, she has a MS in psychology and law and a PhD in psychology from the University of British Columbia. She is a regular contributor to Scientific American and Der Spiegel.

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The Downtown Pop Underground

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N E W YO R K C I T Y A N D T H E L I T E R A RY P U N K S , R E N E G A D E A R T I S T S ,

S E LLING POINTS

D I Y F I L M M A K E R S , M A D P L AY W R I G H T S , A N D R O C K ’ N ’ R O L L G L I T T E R

●● Cultural histories of New York City have strong critical and

Q U E E N S W H O R E VO LU T I O N I Z E D C O N T E M P O R A RY C U LT U R E

commercial track records,

● ● BY K E M B R E W M c L E O D

including titles like Positively 4th Street and Meet Me in the Bathroom

A colorful history of the artists and performers of downtown New York in the 1960s and ’70s who together forever changed the cultural landscape

●● Exclusive content from scores of interviews, including with notables such as Debbie Harry and Yoko Ono ●● 50 photos throughout, including

many never before published ●● The author has a strong media

he 1960s to early ’70s was a pivotal time for American culture, and New York City was ground

background and has written for

zero for some seismic shifts in music, theater, art, and filmmaking. The Downtown Pop

the New York Times, Los Angeles

on how deeply interconnected all the alternative worlds were that flourished in one square mile of

Times, Rolling Stone, and Salon

downtown. The pages give life to the offbeat artists, gonzo filmmakers, punk musicians, and rock-and-

and appeared on multiple NPR

roll drag queens who created change, and while some aren’t well known, others like Patti Smith, Andy

programs

Underground takes a kaleidoscopic tour of the city during a roughly 15-year period and focuses

Warhol, and Debbie Harry did become icons. Ambitious in scope and scale, the book is fueled by the

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actual voices of many of the pivotal characters who broke down the entrenched cultural divisions between high and low, gay and straight, and art and commerce—and whose impact is still largely

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felt today.

9 maps

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of several books whose writing has been

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featured in the New York Times, Los Angeles

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Times, Washington Post, Rolling Stone, Slate,

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and Salon. A professor of communication stud-

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ies at the University of Iowa, he is the recipient

PERFORMING ARTS

of a recent NEH Public Scholar fellowship to

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support this project.

Kembrew McLeod is an award-winning author

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A Grand Success!

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T H E P E O P L E A N D C H A R AC T E R S W H O C R E AT E D A A R D M A N ● ● BY P E T E R LO R D, DAV I D S P R OX TO N , A N D N I C K PA R K

S E LLING POINTS ●● Aardman is one of the most beloved and enduring companies

A cracking memoir from the legendary team at Aardman Animations, creators of Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run, Shaun the Sheep, and much more

in animation history, and Lord, Sproxton, and Park are the main figures ●● Fans of Aardman’s unique, quirky wit will find it in joyful abundance here ●● Aardman has two big feature films coming soon—Early Man (February 2018) and Shaun the Sheep 2 (2019)

ardman Animations was founded in 1972 by Peter Lord and David Sproxton. Joined by animator Nick Park in 1985, Aardman pioneered a quirky, lovable style of stop-motion animation and

is behind a string of unforgettable award-winning hits including Chicken Run, the highest-grossing stop-animated film of all time, and the Wallace & Gromit series. With A Grand Success!, Lord, Sproxton, and Park tell the inside story of the 45-year history of

Aardman. From their first short films, made on a lark on their kitchen table, to advertisements and

music videos, A Grand Success! recounts the adventures and challenges of developing their own unique style, growing their business, working with famous actors, and conquering Hollywood, all while animating at 24 painstaking moves per second. This is a charming and insightful must-read for

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all fans of animation.

16-page color insert

Peter Lord and David Sproxton are the founders of Aardman Animations. Lord has been nominated

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for three Academy Awards, including the award for Best Animated Feature for the 2012 film The

320 pages

Pirates!, which he directed. Nick Park is the writer, director, and animator who created Wallace &

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Gromit and Shaun the Sheep. Park has been nominated for six Academy Awards and has won four.

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Lord, Sproxton, and Park live in England.

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▲ From City Cereal Guide New York

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The History of Gangster Rap ● ● BY S O R E N B A K E R

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An insightful look at the unprecedented rise of America’s musical obsession: gangster rap

●● Author has strong relationships with artists, producers, and industry insiders ●● A mainstay of popular culture, gangster rap continues to be a fascination and an obsession for readers ●● Abrams’ The Rap Year Book,

he History of Gangster Rap is a deep dive into one of the most fascinating subgenres of any music category to date. Sixteen detailed chapters, organized chronologically, examine the

evolution of gangster rap, its main players, and the culture that created this revolutionary music. From

Understand Rap, and Bun B’s

still-swirling conspiracy theories about the murders of Biggie and Tupac to the release of the 2015

Rap Coloring and Activity Book

film Straight Outta Compton, the era of gangster rap is one that fascinates music junkies and remains

have netted more than 250,000

at the forefront of pop culture. Filled with interviews with key players such as Snoop Dogg, Ice-T, and

copies combined

dozens more, as well as sidebars, breakout bios of notorious characters, lists, charts, and more, The History of Gangster Rap is the be-all-end-all book that contextualizes the importance of gangster rap as a cultural phenomenon. Soren Baker has written more than 3,500 articles, and his work is published in such outlets as the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and Rolling Stone. Currently, he’s working on producing a script he wrote for Snoop Dogg. He lives in Los Angeles.

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How to Be an American

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A F I E L D G U I D E TO C I T I Z E N S H I P ● ● BY S I LV I A H I DA LG O

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A unique graphic guide to everything you’ve learned (and forgotten) about American history and government

●● Publication is tied to the 2018 midterm elections, providing a timely refresher course for many Americans ●● Bursting with historical facts and essential information on the workings of the government ●● Charming, two-color illustrations present the information in a fun and accessible format

S PECIFICATIONS More than 100 2-color illustrations 128 pages WIDTH: 5" • 127mm HEIGHT: 7" • 178mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER

HISTORY he current political climate has left many of us wondering how our government actually oper-

ISBN 978-1-4197-3075-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-3075-7 US $14.99 CAN $18.99 UK £10.99

ates. Sure, we learned about it in school, but if put to the test, how many of us can correctly explain the branches of government? The history of politics? The

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differences and connections between local government and federal government? Enter How to Be an American. While author and illustrator Silvia Hidalgo was studying for her citizenship test, she quickly found that the materials provided by the government were lacking. In order to more easily absorb the information, Hidalgo started her own illustrated reference to civics facts and American history essentials. She’s collected her findings in How to Be an American, a freshly designed and illustrated two-color guide to all things America. Born in Costa Rica, Silvia Hidalgo moved to the United States in 1998. Currently an artist as well as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator, she has worked for corporations such as SRAM and Motorola. She lives in Chicago.

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Remember It! T H E N A M E S O F P E O P L E YO U M E E T, A L L O F YO U R PA S S W O R D S , W H E R E YO U L E F T YO U R K E YS , A N D E V E RY T H I N G E L S E YO U T E N D TO F O R G E T

S E LLING POINTS ●● Author teaches a unique memory-enhancing

● ● BY N E L S O N D E L L I S ● F O R E W O R D BY D R . S A N JAY G U P TA ● I L LU S T R AT I O N S BY A DA M H AY E S

method, praised by Joshua Foer, bestselling author of

A witty, whimsically illustrated, practical guide to improving your memory in just minutes a day

Moonwalking with Einstein ●● Appeals to the large audience engaged with books about how our brains work and memory improvement ●● A bold design and charming hand-drawn illustrations make this accessible guide an ideal gift

hroughout his research into memory theory, Nelson Dellis found existing memory improvement guides to be wanting—overcomplicated, dry, and stodgy. So he decided to write a

book that is approachable and fun, centered on what people actually need to remember. In

Remember It!, Dellis teaches us how to make the most of our memory, using his competitionwinning techniques. Presenting the information in a user-friendly way, Dellis offers bite-size chapters, addressing things we wish we could remember but often forget: names, grocery lists, phone numbers, where you left your keys—you name it! This fast-paced, highly illustrated tour of the inner workings of the brain makes improving your memory simple and fun. Nelson Dellis holds a number of memory records, is a four-time USA Memory Champion, and a Grandmaster of Memory. He is a highly sought after memory expert and public speaker and has made appearances on the Today show, ABC’s Nightline, The Dr. Oz Show, Katie, the Oprah

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Winfrey Network, and more. He lives in Miami.

50 color illustrations 240 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER HOW-TO • INSPIRATIONAL ISBN 978-1-4197-3256-0 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3256-0 US $19.99 CAN $24.99 UK 5 1£14.99 999 9 781419 732560

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Muslims of the World

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P O R T R A I T S A N D S TO R I E S O F H O P E , S U R V I VA L , LO S S , A N D LOV E ● ● BY S A J JA D S H A H A N D I M A N M A H O U I ● P H OTO G R A P H Y BY A L A H A M DA N

S E LLING POINTS ●● @MuslimsoftheWorld1 has nearly 250,000 followers on Instagram.

An insightful look at the culture and traditions of Muslim people around the globe

The photographer, Ala Hamdan, has 86,700 Instagram followers, 11,200 Twitter followers, and 170,000 Facebook fans ●● Publication is timed for the 2018

e are living in a time of unrest for many members of the Islamic faith around the globe. Enter Muslims of the World, a book based on the popular Instagram account

@MuslimsoftheWorld1. Like the account, the book’s mission is to tell the diverse stories of Muslims living in the US and around the world. Illustrated throughout with moving photographs, each chapter will focus on different aspects of the Islamic faith and the many varying cultures it encompasses, offering tales of love, family, and faith while empowering Muslim women, refugees, and people of color. Whether it is telling a story about a young Syrian refugee who dreams of being a pilot or about a young girl’s decision to not remove her hijab, which in turn saved her family’s life, Muslims of the World aims to unite people of all cultures and faiths by sharing the hopes, trials, and

midterm elections, presenting a much-needed positive message about inclusion ●● Features over 100 color photographs that illustrate 75 entries ●● Islam is the fastest-growing religion in the world

tribulations of Muslims from every walk of life. Sajjad Shah is an entrepreneur. Two years ago, he started the Instagram account @MuslimsoftheWorld1. He lives in Fisher, Indiana. Iman Mahoui is a Wells Scholar at Indiana University. She is currently studying International Studies and Neuroscience on a pre-med track. She lives in Indianapolis, IN.

S PECIFICATIONS 100 color photographs 208 pages WIDTH: 7" • 178mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Paperback with flaps PUB MONTH: OCTOBER PHOTOGRAPHY • CURRENT EVENTS • RELIGION ISBN 978-1-4197-3248-5 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3248-5 US $19.99 CAN $24.99 UK 5 1£14.99 999 9 781419 732485

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CEREAL CIT Y GUIDES Finely curated and sophisticated travel guides to New York, London, and Paris

S E LLING POINTS ●● Cereal has a social media reach of over 1.5 million followers ●● A brand known for its compelling design aesthetic and stunning original photography ●● Past Cereal guides have sold

● ● E D I T E D BY R O S A PA R K A N D R I C H S TA P L E TO N

Cereal City Guide

LONDON

NEW YORK

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more than 90,000 copies and frequently have been out of stock, unable to keep up with demand ●● Newly in hardcover with 88 additional pages per volumne, these collectible, meticulously designed guides now feature new content

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n just five years, Cereal has amassed an audience of millions, becoming the leading publication for travelers seeking authentic and unique experiences. Cereal readers don’t want the standard-issue

itineraries, tourist trap attractions, or the endless list of recommendations featured in other travel

books. They come to Cereal for one thing: simplicity. After selling more than 90,000 copies of the

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series, Cereal is relaunching their New York, London, and Paris guides with new content and a new

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hardcover, giftable format. Rich and Rosa, Cereal's founders, have personally visited hundreds of

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venues in New York, London, and Paris, and selected the most impressive spots, using their trade-

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mark curatorial sense. Cereal City Guides are distinctive, design-focused portraits of iconic cities that showcase the best museums, galleries, restaurants, and shops for the sophisticated sightseer and armchair traveler alike. Rosa Park is cofounder and editor in chief of Cereal. Rich Stapleton is Cereal’s cofounder and art

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director. They live in Bath, England. Cereal is a biannual magazine known for its original take on fashion, design, and travel, with a readership of more than 120,000.

ISBN 978-1-68335-338-6 Cereal City Guide: New York ISBN 978-1-4197-3285-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-3285-0

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Decorating a Room of One’s Own

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●● Books that combine literary

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subjects and contemporary perspectives consistently have

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strong track records ●● Decorating a Room of One’s Own

Wickedly funny “interviews” with fictional literary characters about their homes and dwellings using the language of contemporary interior design reportage

delivers the perfect combination of humor and intelligence that will appeal to discerning fans of good literature ●● The hardcover package with four‑color spot illustrations boasts a great, gifty price point

hat would Little Women be without the charms of the March family’s cozy New England home? Or Wuthering Heights without the ghost-infested Wuthering Heights? Getting

lost in the setting of a good book can be half the pleasure of reading, and Decorating a Room of

One’s Own brings literary backdrops to the foreground in this wryly affectionate satire of interior design reporting. English professor and humorist Susan Harlan spoofs decorating culture by reimagining its subject as famous fictional homes and “interviews” the residents who reveal

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their true tastes: Lady Macbeth’s favorite room in the castle, or the design inspiration behind Jay

25 4-color spot illustrations

Gatsby’s McMansion of unfulfilled dreams. Featuring 30 entries of notable dwellings, sidebars

208 pages

such as “Setting Up an Ideal Governess’s Room,” and four-color spot illustrations throughout,

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Decorating a Room of One’s Own is the ideal book for readers who appreciate fine literature

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and a good end table.

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Susan Harlan is an associate professor of English literature at Wake Forest University in Winston Salem, North Carolina, and a writer whose work has appeared in the Guardian US, the Toast, Roads & Kingdoms, McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, Literary Hub, Jezebel, Curbed, the Hairpin, the Establishment, the Common, and the Awl.

PUB MONTH: OCTOBER HUMOR • LITERATURE • INTERIOR DESIGN ISBN 978-1-4197-3237-9 ISBN 978-1-4197-3237-9 US $19.99 CAN $23.99 UK £13.99

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Wet Hot American Summer T H E A N N OTAT E D S C R E E N P L AY

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● ● BY M I C H A E L S H O WA LT E R A N D DAV I D WA I N

●● In the nearly twenty years since its debut, Wet Hot American

Take a look inside the hilarious and creative minds of the team that wrote, directed, and starred in Wet Hot American Summer

Summer has come to be known as a cult classic and one of the most beloved comedy films ever made ●● The brand has gone on to be turned into a Netflix series, with two seasons to date: Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp and Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later ●● Michael Showalter and David Wain have both gone on to have prolific careers in the comedy world. They’re incredibly well-connected and are excited to promote the book, which is a passion project of theirs ●● The star-studded cast remains quite close and always comes out to support anything new in the Wet Hot American Summer world

t long last, this is the definitive Wet Hot American Summer book fans have been clamoring for! Screenwriters David Wain and Michael Showalter take pen to page and create a hilari-

ous, behind-the-scenes annotated version of the original screenplay that launched a thousand Halloween costumes. They provide commentary on and insight into how and why they made the

artistic decisions they did while writing and filming the movie that went on to become a true cult classic, as well as an ongoing Netflix series. The book will also feature reproduced ephemera from filming—photos, original (and scathing) reviews, AIM chat conversations, marked-up script pages, and so much more. Written and curated by Wain and Showalter, this will be the must-have guide to all things Wet Hot. Michael Showalter and David Wain are both American comedians/writers/directors/actors. They were members of the sketch comedy troupe The State before co-creating Wet Hot American Summer (both the original movie and the Netflix series). They also co-created the TV series Stella and the movie They Came Together. Wain directed several other movies, including Role Models and A Futile and Stupid Gesture. Showalter’s directorial credits include Hello My Name is Doris and last year’s Oscar-nominated hit The Big Sick. They both live in LA.

S PECIFICATIONS Color and black-and-white photographs throughout 160 pages WIDTH: 7½" • 191mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: OCTOBER FILM • POP CULTURE • HUMOR ISBN 978-1-4197-3343-7 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3343-7 US $24.99 CAN $31.99 UK 5 2£18.99 499 9 781419 733437

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Aimee Song: World of Style

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A stunning look at the life and style of an Instagram superstar

●● Capture Your Style was a New York Times bestseller and has sold over 60,000 copies ●● Song’s Instagram has over

f Capture Your Style was Aimee Song’s guide to building your social media brand, then Aimee Song:

World of Style is a celebration of what makes the Instagram icon’s own brand so fabulous. In this

brand-new tome, Song collects 500 of her all-time favorite looks. From the streets of New York to the cafés of Paris to the beaches of Indonesia, Song shows off her incredible street style fashion and

4.5 million followers, and her blog, Song of Style, reaches over 4 million users each month ●● The luxurious package and

shares memories from her travels around the globe. Annotated images and personal notes through-

chunky format make this book

out will offer Song’s 4.5 million followers what they love most about following Aimee—the inspiring

an ideal gift for all fans and

fashion, beautiful food, travel tips, and a peek at the jet-setting life that has made her such a popular

fashionistas

tastemaker. At a chunky 500 pages, Aimee Song: World of Style is a must-have gift for Aimee’s many fans, and an inspirational look at one of the internet’s biggest fashion sensations. Aimee Song is the blogger behind Song of Style and the author of the New York Times bestselling Capture Your Style (Abrams Image, 2016). She is a sought-after consultant and has collaborated with such luxury brands as Michael Kors, Diane von Furstenberg, Tiffany & Co., and many others. She frequently appears on national television spots for Cover Girl, E!, MTV, and more.

S PECIFICATIONS 500 color photographs 352 pages WIDTH: 63/4" • 171mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Flexibound PUB MONTH: OCTOBER FASHION • LIFESTYLE • POP CULTURE ISBN 978-1-4197-3336-9 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-3336-9 US $24.99 CAN $31.99 UK 5 2£18.99 499 9 781419 733369

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Sad Animal Babies

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A very funny, illustrated compendium of real—and slightly troubling—facts about the youngest members of the animal kingdom

S E LLING POINTS ●● The author’s first book, Sad Animal Facts, was a New York Times and Los Angeles Times bestseller and continues to backlist well ●● The “Sad Animal Facts” project evolved out of the author’s Instagram feed, which has 106,000 highly engaged followers ●● Animal humor is historically a strong category, and if people like animals, they love baby

animals even more

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192 pages WIDTH: 5" • 127mm HEIGHT: 7½" • 191mm

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o one ever said it was easy being young, and it’s especially true if you’re a little creature out in the

jungles, forests, deserts, and oceans of the big, bad world.

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Following on the success of her Instagram feed and first book, Sad Animal Facts, Brooke Barker continues her

examination of the various foibles and pitfalls of the zoological world, but with its fledgling members this time around. Featuring more than 100 entries, the book is organized into the categories of Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians, Insects & Miscellaneous Invertebrates, Marsupials, Fish, and Aquatic Mammals. Every animal gets a hand-drawn image, an informative caption, and a wry quotation, and in the back, there’s an appendix with further zoological details and humor to flesh out each entry. Between a great track record, a consistently engaged and growing following, and the universal appeal of cute little baby animals, Barker’s next book could be her biggest. Brooke Barker is an American writer, illustrator, and advertising copywriter living in Amsterdam.

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▲ From Showtime at the Apollo

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Showtime at the Apollo H A R L E M ’ S L E G E N DA RY T H E AT E R

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● ● W R I T T E N BY T E D F OX ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY JA M E S OT I S S M I T H

The legendary Harlem theater comes alive in this original graphic novel

●● Showtime at the Apollo sheds light on one of the most influential theaters in African American history and culture ●● Since 1934, the theatre has been

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the showcase for countless

“Showtime at the Apollo is not only a

performers. It was the first place

history of that wonderful theatre, but

Elvis Presley and the Beatles

also a fascinating insider’s view of the

visited when they came to New York. Readers will get an inside

Harlem music scene.” —John Hammond,

look at not only the history of the

legendary producer and talent scout who

theater, but the history of popular

discovered Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday,

music from the last 85 years

Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, and Bob Dylan, among many others

●● Timed for the Apollo Theater’s 85th anniversary and Black

“I could almost feel and taste the Apollo

History Month

again.” —Doc Pomus, classic songwriter for musicians such as Elvis Presley and

●● A perfect book for the #WeNeedDiverseBooks

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee

movement

“Mr. Fox has recaptured [the Apollo’s] spirit.” —New York Times

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riter Ted Fox and artist James Otis Smith bring to life Harlem’s legendary theater in this graphic

novel adaptation of Fox’s definitive, critically acclaimed

history of the Apollo. Since its inception as an AfricanAmerican theater in 1934, the Apollo, and the thousands of entertainers who performed there, have led the way in the presentation of swing, bebop, rhythm and blues, jazz, gospel, soul, funk and hip‑hop—along with the latest in

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dance and comedy. The Apollo has nurtured and featured thousands of artists, many of whom have become legends. The beauty they have given the world—their art—transcends the hatred, ignorance, and intolerance that often made their lives difficult. Today, the Apollo enjoys an almost mythical status. With its breathtaking art, this graphic novel adaptation of Showtime at the Apollo brings to life the theater’s legendary significance in music history, African American history, and to the culture of New York City. Ted Fox is the author of Showtime at the Apollo: The Story of Harlem’s World Famous Theater—the definitive and only fullscale history of Harlem’s legendary showplace. He lives in Manhattan and in Dutchess County, New York. James Otis Smith is a multitalented artist whose work spans illustration, comics, motion graphics, and video. He lives in Brooklyn, NY.

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Run

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● ● W R I T T E N BY J O H N L E W I S A N D A N D R E W AY D I N ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY A F UA R I C H A R D S O N A N D N AT E P O W E L L S E LLING POINTS

First you MARCH, then you RUN

●● John Lewis and Andrew Aydin’s March has spent more than two years on the New York Times Bestseller list, including

PR AIS E FOR MARCH BY CONG RE SS MAN JOHN LE WIS AND ANDRE W AYDIN “Congressman John Lewis has been a resounding moral voice in the quest for equality for more than 50 years, and I’m so pleased that he is sharing his memories of the Civil Rights Movement with America’s young leaders.” —President Bill Clinton

six weeks at #1. Run is the continuation of that three-volume series ●● Celebrated award-winning authors of the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature, the Coretta Scott King Book Award, the Michael L. Printz Award, the Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award, and many others ●● Congressman John Lewis is an American politician and prominent leader of the Civil Rights Movement. His commitment to justice and freedom as one of the “Big Six” leaders of groups who organized the 1963 March on Washington has earned him the highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom

●● The first major work by artist Afua rom the team behind the National Book Award–winning March (Congressman John Lewis

Richardson, illustrator of Black

and co-author Andrew Aydin), introducing artist Afua Richardson, with contributions from

Panther: World of Wakanda

March illustrator Nate Powell, Run brings to life the true story of John Lewis after the historic success of the Selma campaign. Days after the Voting Rights Act is signed into law, external forces in our society assemble to undo the hard-won protections at the ballot box. John Lewis, leading the

Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), one of history’s most important nonviolent organizations—built on consensus, integration, and nonviolence—struggles to survive in the face of powerful disagreements over black political power, white inclusion, the war in Vietnam, and the role of nonviolent civil disobedience in the movement. Run is the story of loss, and in the ashes of John Lewis’s role in the civil rights movement, he finds his future in public service. Congressman John Lewis is a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom and is the US Representative for Georgia’s Fifth Congressional District. An American icon known for his role in the civil rights movement, Lewis is also the author of the award-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling graphic novel memoir series March. John Lewis spends his time between Atlanta, Georgia, and Washington, DC. Andrew Aydin is the creator and co-author of the graphic novel

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memoir series, March. Collaborating with artist Nate Powell, the first volume of the March trilogy

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was published in 2013, became a #1 bestseller, and won the National Book Award. Aydin serves

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as Digital Director & Policy Advisor to Congressman Lewis in Washington, DC. Afua Richardson is the illustrator of Black Panther: World of Wakanda, and many others. She lives in Stone Mountain,

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Georgia. Nate Powell is a New York Times bestselling, award-winning graphic novelist. His work includes March and the upcoming Come Again. Powell is the first and only cartoonist to win the National Book Award. He lives in Indiana.

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Kindred

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●● Octavia E. Butler is renowned

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in feminist and science-fiction circles, and Kindred, considered

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her masterpiece, is widely

A graphic-novel adaptation of Octavia E. Butler’s groundbreaking science-fiction classic offers an unflinching look at slavery, race, and the role of women in society

regarded as a modern literary classic ●● The 25th anniversary edition of the prose version has sold more than 200,000 copies; more than 500,000 copies of the novel are in print since 1979 ●● Kindred was one of the 30 books selected for World Book Night in 2012 ●● Kindred is frequently included in high school and college course syllabi on women’s studies,

“The Most powerful graphic novel

history, and race relations

of the year.” —Barnes & Noble

●● A graphic novel version widens

“A worthy and powerful supplement to a

the market for Butler’s story and

classic.” —New York TImes Book Review

introduces the work to a new

#1 New York Times bestseller

generation of readers

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ow in paperback comes the #1 New York Times bestselling graphic novel adaptation of Kindred,

Octavia E. Butler’s literary science-fiction masterpiece. First published in 1979, Kindred tells the story of Dana, a young

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black woman who is suddenly and mysteriously transported

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from her home in 1970s California to the antebellum South.

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Frightening, compelling, and richly detailed, Kindred takes

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an imagined yet unstinting look at our complicated social

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history. Adapted by celebrated academics Damian Duffy and John Jennings with the full cooperation of the Butler estate, Kindred explores the violence, loss of humanity, and

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twisted relationships engendered by slavery, in a format

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Octavia E. Butler was an award-winning writer widely

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that introduces the work to a new generation of readers.

considered the best science-fiction writer of her generation. Damian Duffy is a cartoonist, writer, letterer, and holds a PhD in Library and Information Science and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. John Jennings is professor of media and cultural studies at the University of California at Riverside and was awarded the Nasir Jones HipHop Fellowship at Harvard’s Hutchins Center for African & African American Research.

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Undocumented

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A WORKER’S FIGHT ● ● W R I T T E N A N D I L LU S T R AT E D BY D U N C A N TO N AT I U H

S E LLING POINTS ●● Tonatiuh’s previous books with Abrams have received numerous accolades, including a Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal and a Pura Belpré Medal

Award-winning author Duncan Tonatiuh confronts the controversial subject of unauthorized immigrants in America

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●● A perfect book for the #WeNeedDiverseBooks movement ●● This inspiring story of a man and a community standing up for dignity and fair pay will engage and inspire readers of all ages ●● A high-profile subject covered in national media

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ISBN 978-1-68335-241-9 ndocumented is the story of immigrant workers who have come to the United States without papers. Every day, these men and women join the work force and contribute positively to

society. The story is told via the ancient Mixtec codex—accordion fold—format. Juan grew up in

Mexico working in the fields to help provide for his family. Struggling for money, Juan crosses over

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into the United States and becomes an undocumented worker, living in a poor neighborhood, working hard to survive. Though he is able to get a job as a busboy at a restaurant, he is severely undercompensated—he receives less than half of the minimum wage! Risking his boss reporting him to the authorities for not having proper resident papers, Juan risks everything and stands up for himself and the rest of the community. Duncan Tonatiuh was born in Mexico City and grew up in San Miguel de Allende. His books have received many awards over the years. He currently lives in San Miguel with his wife and children but travels in the US often.

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Becoming Andy Warhol

Tintin THE ART OF HERGÉ ● ● BY M I C H E L DAU B E R T W I T H T H E H E R G É M U S E U M

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Tied to the 90th anniversary of Tintin’s creation

“Packs substantial vigor into a swift narrative.” —Publishers Weekly “Compelling subject matter.” —Library Journal

ndy Warhol (1928–1987) was the man who invented Pop Art, the notion of 15 minutes of fame, and the idea that an artist

could be as illustrious as the work he creates. This graphic novel

ince Tintin first appeared in 1929, he has captivated generations of children and adults alike. Millions followed Tintin’s journeys from

the wilds of the Congo to the streets of Prague, Moscow, and New York.

biography offers insight into the turning point of Warhol’s career

Published in 2013, Tintin: The Art of Hergé attracted Tintin fans everywhere

and the time leading up to the creation of the Thirteen Most Wanted

by offering insight into this iconic character, with incredible access to origi-

Men mural for the 1964 World’s Fair. In Becoming Andy Warhol, New

nal sources from the Hergé Museum in Belgium. Illustrated by images of

York Times bestselling writer Nick Bertozzi and artist Pierce Hargan showcase the moment when

into Tintin and Hergé’s world. Previously unpublished drawings depict how

Warhol went up against the creative establishment and emerged to become one of the most significant artists of

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this unparalleled collection, Tintin: The Art of Hergé provides a rare glimpse the beloved characters were created and offer fresh commentary. Now, this popular book is available in paperback at an appealing price point.

160 pages WIDTH: 6½" • 165mm

Michel Daubert is a journalist

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who has contributed to Le Figaro,

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Télérama, and Formule 1, among

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illustrations

winning and New York

other publications. He is the author

BIOGRAPHY •

480 pages

Times bestselling author of

of many articles on Hergé and of

Shackleton and Jerusalem.

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the book Musée du Quai Branly,

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and he lives in France.

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the 20th century. Nick Bertozzi is the award-

He teaches at the School of Visual Arts in New York.

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Pierce Hargan is a cartoonist and graduate of the School of Visual Arts who has

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collaborated on multiple films and children’s books. He lives in Brooklyn.

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Start with a Dot A J O U R N A L F O R M A K I N G YO U R M A R K

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●● Inspired by the author’s bestsellers, this sketchbook draws on themes beloved by educators and adults who have bought The Dot, Ish, I Am Yoga, and I Am Peace

Bestselling author Peter H. Reynolds’s first guided journal features a simple call to action: start with a dot and see where it takes you

●● Published in September 2018 to coincide with Dot Day, an international celebration of creativity that has garnered more than 7 million global participants ●● Makes creativity accessible to all; like Wreck This Journal, this book proves that absolutely anyone can fill a sketchbook

S PECIFICATIONS 160 pages WIDTH: 5¾" • 146mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Paperback guided sketchbook PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • INSPIRATIONAL ISBN 978-1-4197-3258-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-3258-4 US $15.99 CAN $19.99 UK £13.99

n Start with a Dot, author-illustrator Peter H. Reynolds takes you on a confidence-building

journey that starts with making one small mark on

a piece of paper. Branching out from the signature orange circle in his internationally beloved picture book The Dot, Reynolds begins by giving you permission to make just one dot and sign your name. Over the next several pages, you’re encouraged to take pleasure in making iterations of the dot: big dots, little dots, colorful dots, orderly dots, and scattered dots. It sounds crazily simple, but this kind of generative process is a key component to brainstorming and innovation. Throughout, Reynolds makes a connection to the meditative aspect of mark making. Drawing while focusing on your breath or doodling to free up the subconscious mind are just a couple of the many ways that the activities intersect with mindfulness. Peter H. Reynolds is the renowned illustrator behind the bestselling Judy Moody and Stink series, as well as many other bestselling and award-winning picture books, including The Dot and Ish. He lives in Dedham, Massachusetts.

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100 Days of Drawing

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S K E TC H , PA I N T, A N D D O O D L E TO WA R D S O N E C R E AT I V E G OA L ● ● BY J E N N I F E R O R K I N L E W I S

S E LLING POINTS ●● A proven author; Draw Every Day is in its fourth printing and her Instagram following has grown to 128,000 followers ●● The first sketchbook structured

Take a creative journey for 100 days with a sketchbook that provides ideas and inspiration to complete the challenge

around the concept of the 100day project, a practice that artists, entrepreneurs, and life coaches endorse on social media ●● Features an exposed lay-flat binding, various types of drawing backgrounds (black, colored, brown craft), and tips for using all types of art supplies

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HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm ow satisfying would it be to complete

100 drawings? With 100 Days of Drawing,

author Jennifer Orkin Lewis (@augustwren) sets you up for success. A practitioner of daily drawing for four years straight, Lewis divides this sketchbook into 25 of her favorite subjects

Paperback guided sketchbook PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • ART • ACTIVITY BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3217-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-3217-1 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK £14.99

and techniques. Doodle faces on objects, patterns on tea cups, animals in outfits, people in fanciful headdresses and much more; each new theme is fun and rewarding, regardless of your skill level. Lewis also nudges you past the blank page by providing creative prompts and interesting backgrounds to draw on and shows you how to experiment with markers, gel pens, and colored pencils. Your own interpreta-

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tion of her prompts makes your sketchbook completely unique. Jennifer Orkin Lewis is a freelance illustrator and textile designer who paints for 30 minutes every day in her sketchbook and posts the results on Instagram (@augustwren). Her clients include Kate Spade, Anthropologie, Flow Magazine, and teNeues. She lives in Irvington, New York.

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My Life in Color A K E E P S A K E O F M Y PA S T, P R E S E N T, A N D F U T U R E

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● ● BY B R I T TA N Y WAT S O N J E P S E N

●● Jepsen is a tastemaker: her blog, The House That Lars Built, receives 500,000+ page views and 120,000 unique visitors per month, and she has 159,000 followers on Instagram

Express your true colors in this rainbowthemed journal collection

●● Autobiographical journals have a strong sales track; My Life in Color takes this popular journaling format and turns it into a unique visual object ●● “Rainbow” is a huge trend for cosmetics, accessories, and crafting ●● Jepsen’s Instagram project @CraftTheRainbow quickly went viral and now has more than 46,000 followers

S PECIFICATIONS 144 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Hardcover guided journal PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • INSPIRATIONAL • ACTIVITY BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3250-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-3250-8 US $18.99 CAN $23.99 UK £16.99

y Life in Color is a unique keepsake journal that guides you to tell your story—your

memories, values, and dreams—throughout its

color-themed pages. Uncover your passions in the red section, ponder your personal growth in the green section, and write about your goals and accomplishments in the gold section. My Life in Color is hardcover with a removable jacket and exposed binding that shows off its multicolored signatures. It lies perfectly flat and features space to gather mementos and organize them by color, because everything is more beautiful when it is arranged in rainbow order!

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Inspired by Craft the Rainbow, My Life in Color is part of a vibrant collection of journals, including one hardcover and one paperback notebook. Brittany Watson Jepsen is the founder of The House That Lars Built, a lifestyle blog, design studio, and

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shop with an array of licensed product lines. Her work has been featured on the Today show; in the New York Times, Uppercase Magazine, and British Vogue; and on CNN. Jepsen lives in Provo, Utah.

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128 pages WIDTH: 5⅛" • 130mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Paperback notebook PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • CRAFT ISBN 978-1-4197-3226-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-3226-3 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £10.99

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Hardcover Journal

192 pages WIDTH: 5⅛" • 130mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Hardcover journal PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • CRAFT ISBN 978-1-4197-3225-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-3225-6 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK £14.99

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Rhyme Book A L I N E D N OT E B O O K W I T H Q U OT E S , P L AY L I S T S , A N D R A P S TAT S

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A must-have notebook for any hip-hop head

●● Authors have their own podcast, a Twitter following of more than 25,000, and extensive relationships with writers and artists in the rap community ●● Hip-hop has a huge and diverse audience, as seen with the success of The Rap Year Book ●● The perfect accessory for hip-hop fans, this notebook has a lay-flat binding, a durable cloth cover, and a contrasting elastic band closure

S PECIFICATIONS 160 pages WIDTH: 5⅛" • 130mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Clothbound flexi journal PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • MUSIC • POP CULTURE ISBN 978-1-4197-3257-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-3257-7 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK £14.99

f you live for the lyrical genius of your favorite hip-hop artists, then shouldn’t the notebook that you carry

be an extension of what you love? Rhyme Book is a

clothbound notebook with lined pages that are interspersed with hip-hop infographics, factoids, rhyming lists, and quotes about the writing process. The content is curated by Eric and Jeff Rosenthal (collectively known as ItsTheReal), two brothers who are rappers, viral video makers, and cultural commentators who have produced interviews and podcasts with Questlove, Childish Gambino, Slaughterhouse, Stevie Wonder, Cam’ron, and

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more. Whether you’re an aspiring rap lyricist or just a fan of the craft, this is the notebook that you want to take with you everywhere. Eric and Jeff Rosenthal are collectively known as ItsTheReal. In addition to releasing their own recordings,

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they produce sketch comedy, music videos, and podcasts featuring stars of the hip-hop industry. They have been covered by Rolling Stone, the New York Times, Billboard, Nylon, and more.

Quotes to Smoke: It’s Lit!

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Read it, roll it, light it—this book-like stashbox contains rolling papers printed with literary quotes

●● Recreational and medicinal cannabis is legal in half of the US and all of Canada, and the market for weed-themed accessories is rapidly growing ●● Strong track record with books in this category, including the Cannabible and The Scratch and Sniff Book of Weed ●● A unique gift for the discerning pot smoker; this foil-stamped keepsake box contains nearly 200 sheets of quote-printed rolling papers and a collectible postcard

S PECIFICATIONS 192 rolling papers WIDTH: 4¼" • 108mm HEIGHT: 6¼" • 159mm Foil-stamped box, 6 packs rolling papers, postcard PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • LITERATURE • POP CULTURE

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ight one up with Mark Twain, get blazed with Emily Brontë, take a hit

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with William Shakespeare, and more! This keepsake box includes six packs with 32 rolling papers apiece, each one printed with quotations from literature’s best

and brightest. Inspired by the aesthetics of antique books and classic tobacco packaging, it’s a perfect addition to the

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bookshelf or coffee table and conveniently hides your stash in plain sight. A truly one-of-a-kind gift for cannabis connoisseurs, Quotes to Smoke offers consumable (and combustible) words of literary wit and wisdom that are sure to spark high-minded conversation.

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Read Harder A Reading Log

S E LLING POINTS ●● A great gift for readers; there

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hasn’t been a new reading tracker in several years, and none exist that promote the activist approach to reading championed

A reading log that also challenges you to diversify your bookshelf, devised by Book Riot, the biggest online community for book lovers

by today’s literary community ●● Book Riot has over 1 million global monthly unique visitors (621,000 in the US alone), 200,000+ monthly podcast listens, and 850,000+ social connections ●● To promote the journal, Book Riot has committed to a cross-platform social media campaign, inclusion in all of its 12 newsletters, a dedicated email blast, and an on-site advertisement

S PECIFICATIONS Two-color illustrations 160 pages WIDTH: 5⅛" • 130mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Flexibound guided journal / reading log PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • LITERATURE • CURRENT EVENTS ISBN 978-1-4197-3255-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-3255-3 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK £14.99

reated by Book Riot, an online destination devoted to people who live to read, this

smartly designed reading log consists of entry

pages to record stats, impressions, and reviews of each book you read. Evenly interspersed among these entry pages are 12 challenges inspired by Book Riot’s annual Read Harder initiative, which began in 2015 to encourage readers to pick up passed-over books, try out new genres, and choose titles from a wider range of voices. Indulge your inner book nerd and read a book about books, get a new perspective on current events by reading a book written by an immigrant, find a hidden gem by reading a book published by an independent press, and so much more. Each challenge includes an inspiring quotation, an explanation of why the challenge will prove to be rewarding, and five book recommendations that fulfill the challenge. Book Riot is the largest independent community for book lovers in North America. Book Riot provides news, reviews, commentary, and advice for readers through many channels, including its website, podcasts, newsletters, social media, and more.

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Make Blackout Poetry

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T U R N T H E S E PAG E S I N TO P O E M S ● ● BY J O H N C A R R O L L

S E LLING POINTS ●● Poetry has a growing audience—with bestsellers from online poets such as Tyler Knott Gregson and Rupi Kaur—and this is the moment for a book that encourages the poet in everyone ●● John Carroll, a digital marketing

With this book and a marker in hand, transform literary classics, newspaper clippings, and more into poetry

specialist whose Instagram @MakeBlackoutPoetry has 65,000 Instagram followers, is executing a social media campaign to draw attention to this title online ●● Includes inspiring material for making blackout poetry: pages from fairy tales, newspaper articles, sheet music, classic novels, and more

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GIFT & STATIONERY • lackout poetry is simply the act of removing or

“blacking out” existing text to create a new piece

of work. Make Blackout Poetry is a collection of texts

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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. 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.

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Celebrate Today 3 6 5 WAYS TO M A K E E V E RY DAY A H O L I DAY

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● ● BY J E S S I C A M AC L E I S H ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY H E L LO ! LU C K Y

●● Hello!Lucky has 62,500 followers on Pinterest, 41,800 followers on Instagram, 17,100 followers on Twitter, and 10,400 Facebook likes; they plan to promote the products throughout the year on various appreciation days ●● A new spin on positivity

A guided journal and stationery collection that offers something to celebrate each day

journaling, the appreciation-day concept gives the writer a fresh way to interact with the world and celebrate life every day ●● The accompanying journal, notebook, and sticker book capitalize on growing trends for millennials: fun Japaneseinfluenced illustrations, bullet journaling, and daily appreciation practices

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S PECIFICATIONS 368 color illustrations 368 pages WIDTH: 4¼" • 108mm HEIGHT: 6¼" • 159mm Flexibound guided journal ISBN 978-1-4197-3227-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-3227-0 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK £14.99

elebrate Today is a guided journal that provides a reason to revel every day of the year. It is inspired

by the National Day Calendar, a compilation of appreciation

days for everything from pizza to Popsicles. Beginning in January and ending in December, each page is dedicated to trying something new, enjoying the little things, and feeling a sense of accomplishment by marking the passage of time in a journal. For example, March 5 is “Learn What Your Name Means Day,” so do a little research into your moniker and then write an acrostic poem based on its letters. Some days involve performing good deeds, others require eating a donut, and a few recommend a little soul searching. Illustrated by Hello!Lucky, a trendsetting design studio, the entire Celebrate Today collection includes a dot-gridded journal, a paperback notebook, and a book of stickers designed for decorating a planner. Jessica MacLeish is a Brooklyn-based writer and YA book editor at HarperCollins. #Hello!Lucky is a San Francisco–based letterpress greeting card company and design studio. Their cards can be found at Urban Outfitters, Paper Source, Waterstones, Target, Liberty of London, and Le Bon Marché.

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CELEBR ATE TODAY STATIONERY COLLECTION ● ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY H E L LO ! LU C K Y

Celebrate Today Journal

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140+ STICKERS

160 pages WIDTH: 5⅛" • 130mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Flexibound journal with sticker sheets

ISBN 978-1-4197-3228-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-3228-7 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK £14.99

Celebrate Today Notebook

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Celebrate Today: Yay Stickers!

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1,000+ STICKERS

WIDTH: 5⅛" • 130mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Paperback sticker book ISBN 978-1-4197-3230-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-3230-0 US $14.99 CAN $18.99 UK £12.99

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The Truth About Love ● ● F O R E W O R D BY B E L L A A N D R E

The best and most honest words ever spoken about that eternal and universal subject: love

S E LLING POINTS ●● Love is a universal and everpopular theme; this book is the perfect gift to celebrate an engagement, anniversary, marriage, holiday, birthday, or Valentine’s Day ●● Contains beloved and proven content—no other subject is so passionately written about and has such enduring appeal ●● Truly unique package with beveled corners, a stained edge, and foil stamping

S PECIFICATIONS 192 pages WIDTH: 4¼" • 108mm HEIGHT: 6¼" • 159mm Paperback PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • RELATIONSHIPS ISBN 978-1-4197-3263-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-3263-8 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £10.99

ith over 200 curated pieces of wisdom from some of the most

prominent voices on the subject, including

old favorites such as Victor Hugo, Jane Austen, and Shakespeare, and more contemporary figures including Nora Ephron, John Green, Margaret Atwood, and more, The Truth About Love gives an honest, balanced, and insightful look at love. Coupled with a contemporary design, this book of quotes is the perfect gift for anyone who is experiencing the complex and marvelous state of being in love. Bella Andre is the New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Sullivans, The Morrisons, and The Maverick Billionaires series. She lives in California.

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The Truth About Writing

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● ● F O R E W O R D BY W I L L I A M L E A S T H E AT- M O O N

The ultimate gift for aspiring and established writers, or those who appreciate the craft of writing

S E LLING POINTS ●● A great gift for the bibliophile and aspiring writer, audiences that can be reached through writing conferences and online communities for writers and readers ●● Contains smartly curated content, including diverse voices that offer a blend of insight, humor, inspiration, confirmation, and reality ●● Truly unique package with beveled corners, a stained edge, and foil stamping

S PECIFICATIONS 192 pages WIDTH: 4¼" • 108mm HEIGHT: 6¼" • 159mm Paperback PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • LITERATURE ISBN 978-1-4197-3264-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-3264-5 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £10.99

illed with wisdom from some of writing’s best and brightest, including old favorites

such as J. D. Salinger, Jack Kerouac, Sylvia

Plath, and Ray Bradbury, and more contemporary figures such as Roxane Gay, Toni Morrison, Stephen King, and Cheryl Strayed, The Truth About Writing opens a window into the process of self-expression. Elevated with a fresh and elegant design, this book of quotes appeals to professional writers, aspiring wordsmiths, or anyone who loves great writing. William Least Heat-Moon is an American travel writer and historian of English, Irish, and Osage ancestry. He is the author of Blue Highways and Writing Blue Highways. He lives in Rocheport, Missouri.

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The Shape of Ideas Sketchbook ● ● BY G R A N T S N I D E R

●● Sketchbook has a durable cloth PEN NOT INCLUDED

spine, a lay-flat binding, and an elastic closure and pen holder and is top-bound for left- and right-handed artists ●● Grant Snider’s blog, Incidental Comics, has 570,000 likes on Facebook, 70,000 likes on Tumblr, 16,400 followers on

A beautifully designed and practical sketchbook by comic talent Grant Snider

Instagram, and over 14,700 followers on Twitter ●● Scattered throughout are Snider’s comic musings about art and the creative process—all highly relatable to anyone with artistic aspirations

S PECIFICATIONS 8 color illustrations 144 pages WIDTH: 5⅛" • 130mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Hardcover sketchbook with elastic closure and pen holder PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • ACTIVITY BOOK • COMICS ART ISBN 978-1-4197-2919-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-2919-5 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK £14.99

ffering empathy, humor, and inspiration to creative types of all kinds, this handsome

sketchbook has high-quality blank pages with pieces

of Snider’s art tucked here and there throughout. It is top-bound (suitable for the left- and right-handed), lies flat, and has an attached pen holder so that your favorite pen or pencil is always at hand. Whether you are a professional artist or designer, a student pursuing a creative career, or someone who spends their spare

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moments dedicated to creative pursuit, this sketchbook will motivate you to explore the world and capture pieces of it through your own unique perspective. Grant Snider is an orthodontist by day and an artist by night. His comics have been featured in the Kansas

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City Star, the New York Times, and the New York Times Book Review, as well as The Best American Comics in 2013. He lives in Wichita, Kansas, with his wife and three children.

Cute Kawaii Doodles Guided Sketchbook

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Author’s YouTube channel, Doodles by Sarah, has 249,900 subscribers (8.6 million views) and she has 30,400 followers on Instagram ●● The kawaii (cute) drawing style and drawing with ballpoint pen

Learn to create adorable illustrations for your crafts, scrapbooks, and bullet journals in six steps or less

are big trends now, particularly with the rise of bullet journaling ●● Small lay-flat sketchbook is unique, gifty, and scaled perfectly for this style of art making

S PECIFICATIONS 240 pages WIDTH: 5¼" • 133mm HEIGHT: 6½" • 165mm Paperback guided sketchbook PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER

GIFT & STATIONERY • urround yourself with cuteness by learning to draw 100 tiny items in this adorable little

lay-flat sketchbook. In her first book, YouTube

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vlogger Sarah Alberto demonstrates how to create faces, plants, food, animals, and various everyday objects in just six steps or less, with space provided for practice so you can doodle side by side with her examples. Inspired by the popular Japanese character style (kawaii means “cute”), all of the subjects in this sketchbook are rendered in ballpoint pen. The simplicity and scale of Alberto’s approach is ideal for beginners or those who want to expand their drawing vocabulary in an accessible and bite-size way. It is also a terrific guide and practice book for legions of bullet journalers who are looking for quick and easy ways to add illustrations to their planners. Sarah Alberto began her YouTube channel, Doodles by Sarah, in 2015, and has since garnered hundreds of thousands of subscribers. She is also active in the planner and scrapbooking community. Alberto is based in Sydney, Australia.

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Barbie Style ● ● BY M AT T E L

Two journals that capture the essence of @barbiestyle, Barbie’s latest incarnation

S E LLING POINTS ●● A huge international brand with an innovative marketing team; @barbiestyle has over 1.8 million followers and has generated numerous collaborations with fashion designers, including

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Paperback Notebook

Oscar de la Renta, Diane von Furstenberg, and Marc Jacobs ●● Exquisite production details: the journal has a cloth cover, foil text edges, and ribbon marker, and the notebook has a spot-gloss cover treatment and stained edges

PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • FASHION

S PECIFICATIONS Hardcover journal 144 pages WIDTH: 5⅛" • 130mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm ISBN 978-1-4197-3221-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-3221-8 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK £14.99

Paperback notebook 128 pages WIDTH: 5¾" • 146mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm ISBN 978-1-4197-3222-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-3222-5 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £10.99

he ever-fashionable Barbie is now an online influencer! Barbie’s Instagram

@barbiestyle highlights her collaborations with fashion designers, her world

travels, and the cool things she does in her downtime. Designed to capture the sophisticated side of this iconic tastemaker, these journals provide a portable and practical space for Barbie’s countless fans to record their thoughts in style. Barbara Millicent Rogers (Barbie) is a global icon and an inspiration to millions. Barbie

has been a doctor, astronaut, business executive, computer scientist, engineer, film director, architect, fashion designer, and more.

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In the Moment

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Guided Journal

3 6 5 C R E AT I V E WAYS TO C O N N E C T W I T H YO U R W O R L D

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● ● BY J O C E LY N D E K WA N T ● I L LU S T R AT I O N S BY S A N N Y VA N LO O N

●● Broadens the ways to practice mindfulness with unique ideas for every day of year—a more holistic approach than the other journals on the market ●● A great addition to our other successful guided journals in this category (99 Things That Bring Me Joy, Good Things Are Happening, No Worries) ●● A lovely package, fully illustrated throughout

xpanding on the idea of what it means to be

mindful, In the Moment offers 365 unique prompts

Take a moment each day to slow down and reconnect with the help of this illustrated journal

to encourage self-reflection, creative engagement, and

appreciation for ordinary moments. This guided journal is divided into twelve sections, each one focused on a

S PECIFICATIONS 240 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Paperback guided journal PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER GIFT & STATIONERY • INSPIRATIONAL • ACTIVITY BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3077-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-3077-1 US $15.99 CAN $19.99

different approach to living a mindful life. The Nature

chapter nudges you to look for heart-shaped leaves while you’re out for a walk. The Body chapter includes a deep-breathing exercise to help restore your sense of calm. The Play chapter features nostalgic paper games and doodling activities that remind you what life was like before the constant distraction of screens. Filled with a mix of writing prompts, suggested activities, and space to draw, In the Moment is the perfect outlet for anyone who is looking for a practical approach to daily mindfulness. Jocelyn De Kwant is a journalist and editor specializing in mindfulness and simple living. She writes for Flow Magazine, an international award-winning magazine that celebrates creativity, mindfulness, and life’s little pleasures. Sanny Van Loon is an illustrator born and raised in Amsterdam. Her delightful art has been featured in publications around the world, including Flow Magazine, Country Living, Elle Eten, and many others.

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▲ From Super Pooper and Whizz Kid: Potty Power!

Super Pooper and Whizz Kid

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P OT T Y P O W E R ! ● ● BY E U N I C E M OY L E A N D S A B R I N A M OY L E , C R E ATO R S O F H E L LO ! LU C K Y

Full of encouragement and good humor, Super Pooper and Whizz Kid introduces potty training in a fresh and fun new way

S E LLING POINTS ●● Vetted: Super Pooper and Whizz Kid has been checked by a pediatric expert ●● Developmental: Super Pooper and Whizz Kid offers support and guidance during a process that can be frustrating for both parents and their children, helping little ones learn just how to get things done ●● Striking illustrations: Beautifully designed and illustrated, Super Pooper and Whizz Kid will encourage fun learning moments ●● Unique approach: Humorous text and colorful illustrations offer a fresh look at an important milestone

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 24 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Board book PUB MONTH: AUGUST AGES UP TO 3 BOARD BOOK • JUVENILE ISBN 978-1-4197-3157-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-3157-0 US $9.99 CAN $12.99 UK5£7.99 0999 9 781419 731570

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ntroducing two new potty pals kids and parents will adore, Super Pooper and Whizz Kid: Potty Power! is a humorous potty-training book with a hip sensibility and a playful take on a toddler’s most

important rite of passage. Hello!Lucky is a letterpress greeting-card brand that has been rolling out swoonworthy designs since 2003. It was always “in the cards” for sisters Eunice and Sabrina Moyle, who love to push the envelope and enjoy nothing better than a good pun. The sibling duo has spent the last 11 years mastering the craft and placing Hello!Lucky in stores worldwide. Hello!Lucky is based in San Francisco.

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My Mom Is Magical ISBN 978-1-4197-2962-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-2962-1 US $7.99 CAN $9.99 UK £5.99 50799 9 781419 729621

My Dad Is Amazing ISBN 978-1-4197-2961-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-2961-4 US $7.99 CAN $9.99 UK £5.99 50799

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So Many Sounds

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● ● BY T I M M c C A N N A ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY A N DY J . M I L L E R

From morning till night, there are so many sounds to be heard

S E LLING POINTS ●● Great read-aloud: Using his musical background, Tim McCanna has created a text full of rhymes that children will love ●● Rich language: Introducing everyday words in rhyme makes this text a valuable developmental experience that will help children prepare to read ●● Successful illustrator: Andy J. Miller has illustrated for many top brands, including Nickelodeon

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 24 pages WIDTH: 9" • 229mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 3 TO 5 PICTURE BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3156-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-3156-3 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK £9.99

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Soft and gentle, loud and clear. Oh so many sounds to hear! o Many Sounds is a wonderful rhyming read-aloud featuring everyday sounds and a refrain that children will love repeating. The playful text and illustrations are sure to delight little ones while

also inviting them to pay more attention to the world around them.

Barnyard Boogie! HC 978-1-4197-2346-9 ISBNISBN 978-1-4197-2346-9 US $12.95 CAN $15.95 UK 5 1£7.99 295 9 781419 723469 BB 978-1-4197-2710-8 ISBNISBN 978-1-4197-2710-8 US $7.95 CAN $9.95 UK £5.99 50795 9 781419 727108

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Tim McCanna writes books, songs, and apps for children and is the author of Barnyard Boogie! When he’s not writing songs and stories of his own, McCanna serves as an Assistant Regional Advisor for the San Francisco/South chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. Andy J. Miller is the creator of the podcast “Creative Pep Talk” and the author of the book by the same title. He’s illustrated for clients such as Nickelodeon, Google, Converse, Sony USA, smart USA, Oreo, the Boston Globe, and Nutella. He lives in Westerville, Ohio.

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Creature vs. Teacher

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● ● W R I T T E N BY T. N AT F U L L E R ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY A L E X E B E N M E Y E R

A humorous monster-themed book of rhymes

S E LLING POINTS ●● Popular seasonal subject: Monsters are a favorite theme among both parents and young readers, making Creature vs. Teacher the ideal book for Halloween promotions ●● Developmental: Understanding words that rhyme is a vital preliteracy skill for this age group, and Creature vs. Teacher offers opportunities for vocabulary building ●● Playful art: Bold illustrations use a mix of playfulness and sophistication and a stunning sense of color and geometry, setting this book apart from other concept books in the market

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 16 pages WIDTH: 7" • 178mm HEIGHT: 7" • 178mm Board book PUB MONTH: JULY AGES UP TO 3 BOARD BOOK • CHILDREN’S/CONCEPT ISBN 978-1-4197-3155-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-3155-6 US $7.99 CAN $9.99 UK £5.99 50799 9 781419 731556

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laying on the popularity of benign monsters and mad scientists, Creature vs. Teacher is a gently irreverent book of rhymes with a deft narrative and a theme that is perfect for Halloween. Alex Eben Meyer is a Brooklyn-based illustrator who has worked for Parents, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Time, and BuzzFeed. He has illustrated two other children’s books, Eat More Better and Hero vs. Villain. The latter will release in June 2018.

Hero vs. Villain ISBN 978-1-4197-2825-9 ISBN 978-1-4197-2825-9 US $7.99 CAN $9.99 UK £5.99 50799 9 781419 728259

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Balance the Birds ● ● BY S U S I E G H A H R E M A N I

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A playful book about the concepts of weight and balance

●● STEM introduction: A gentle introduction to key early math concepts for toddlers, including measurements, balance, and the difference between heavy and light ●● Well-known illustrator: As the founder of a stationery brand and the retail site boygirlparty. com, Susie Ghahremani has established herself as an illustrator with a strong following in the gift and stationery worlds ●● Popular subject matter: Everpresent in children’s literature, birds are a playful, familiar follow-up to cats

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 32 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES 3 TO 5 CHILDREN’S/CONCEPT PICTURE BOOK • JUVENILE ISBN 978-1-4197-2876-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-2876-1 US $14.99 CAN $18.99 UK 5 1£10.99 499 9 781419 728761

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Stack the Cats HC 978-1-4197-2349-0 ISBNISBN 978-1-4197-2349-0 US $14.95 CAN $17.95 UK £10.99 51 495 9 781419 723490 BB 978-1-4197-2706-1 ISBNISBN 978-1-4197-2706-1 US $8.99 CAN $11.99 UK5£6.99 0899 9 781419 727061

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follow-up to Stack the Cats, Balance the Birds is about balance and relative size. When birds spot a tree and decide to land on its branches, the readers can help them find the perfect

balance. Like Stack the Cats, Balance the Birds introduces key early math skills for toddlers. Susie Ghahremani is an award-winning illustrator and a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). When not painting tiny paintings, illustrating children’s books, designing stationery and gifts, teaching at RISD, exhibiting her work internationally, shipping orders, or connecting with the illustration community, she lives in sunny San

Diego with her husband and zillions of pets.

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All Aboard! The Christmas Train ● ● BY N I C H O L E M A R A ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY A N D R E W KO L B

This Christmas-themed, accordion-style book with liftable flaps on every page makes for one fun train ride

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Holiday theme: All Aboard! The Christmas Train features reindeer, elves, and penguins—as well as Santa looking for his boot ●● Developmental: With its accordion-style gatefold panels, the format of this book reinforces eye-hand coordination, while the seek-and-find and counting elements encourage early math and object-identification skills ●● Popular subject matter: Trains— and anything transportation related—are popular subject matter for the 0–3 age group ●● Layered: More than just a train book, this is also a seek-and-find, counting, and shape- and coloridentification book

S PECIFICATIONS Over 4 feet long Color illustrations throughout 10 pages WIDTH: 11" • 279mm HEIGHT: 6" • 152mm Board book, accordion fold, with flaps

PUB MONTH: OCTOBER olding out car by car, this accordion-style book takes readers on a tour of Santa’s Christmas train. Each car has lots to see—elves making toys, penguins playing, reindeer preparing for

the big day—as Santa searches for his missing boot. With a running landscape dotted with objects

for children to find and count on the back of the book, All Aboard! The Christmas Train is a fun, interactive ride from beginning to end.

AGES UP TO 3 BOARD BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3295-9 ISBN 978-1-4197-3295-9 US $9.99 CAN $12.99 UK5£7.99 0999 9 781419 732959

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Andrew Kolb first garnered attention with his illustrated version of David Bowie’s “Space Oddity.” Since then, he has created illustrations for clients including chickaDEE

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Magazine, the Toronto Zoo, and Pixar. He is also the author of Edmund Unravels and the illustrator of All Aboard! Let’s Ride a Train. He lives in Ontario.

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All Aboard! Let’s Ride a Train ISBN 978-1-4197-2567-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-2567-8 US $9.95 CAN $11.95 UK5£6.99 0995 9 781419 725678

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Decked Out for Christmas! ● ● BY E T H A N LO N G

The mice are ready to deck the halls with a surprise for Santa

S E LLING POINTS ●● Stocking stuffer: A board book featuring a snowy landscape and mice decked out in red and green makes for a perfect commercial Christmas package ●● Transportation twist: With the focus on Santa’s sleigh, this board book taps into the evergreen subject of transportation ●● Award-winning author: Ethan Long is the recipient of the 2013 Geisel Award for his picture book Up, Tall and High!

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations 20 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Board book PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES UP TO 3 BOARD BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-2305-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-2305-6 US $9.99 CAN $12.99 UK5£7.99 0999 9 781419 723056 CARTON QTY: 26

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Thank You! ISBN 978-1-4197-1364-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-1364-4 US $7.95 CAN $9.95 UK £4.99 50795 9 781419 713644

Good Night! ISBN 978-1-4197-1366-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-1366-8 US $7.95 CAN $9.95 UK £4.99 50795

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he mice at the North Pole are getting ready to deck the halls with all the essentials. They’ve got ornaments and twinkle lights, candy canes and popcorn garlands. One by one, the mice unpack

all the merriest decorations, but soon the items become a bit unexpected. Hot cocoa? Fuzzy dice? A map? In a festive twist, it’s revealed that it’s not a tree the mice are decorating, but Santa’s sleigh, all decked out for Christmas Eve! Ethan Long is an award-winning and internationally recognized author and illustrator of more than 65 children’s books as well as the creator of the Emmy-nominated series Tasty Time with ZeFronk on Playhouse Disney. Long won the 2013 Geisel Award for his picture book Up, Tall and High! He lives in Orlando, Florida.

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A Hug Is for Holding Me

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● ● BY L I S A W H E E L E R ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY L I S K F E N G

Every hug is unique, but the best type of hug is from me to you

S E LLING POINTS ●● Accomplished author: Lisa Wheeler’s nearly 20 books have received several honors, including being named to the Bank Street Books of the Year and Kirkus Reviews Best Children’s Books lists ●● Valentine’s Day promotions: Ideal for Valentine’s Day, this heartwarming book highlights the loving relationship between a parent and child ●● Nature element: In addition to highlighting the joy, A Hug’s for Holding Me shows how natural things like shells and flower buds can also be types of hugs

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 24 pages WIDTH: 9" • 229mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: JANUARY 2019 AGES 3 TO 5 PICTURE BOOK • JUVENILE ISBN 978-1-4197-2826-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-2826-6 US $14.99 CAN $18.99 UK 5 1£10.99 499 9 781419 728266

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ISBN 978-1-68335-351-5 Hug Is for Holding Me is a sweet, cozy book about love and affection and invites children to engage with the natural world in a fresh, new way. Some hugs are tight and some hugs are

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snug . . . but guess who gives the BEST hugs? Lisa Wheeler is the author of several award-winning picture books, including Sixteen Cows and One Dark Night, as well as Mammoths on the Move, which received a Parents’ Choice Recommended Award. She is also the author of Abrams Appleseed’s Babies Can Sleep Anywhere. Lisa lives

near Detroit. Lisk Feng is an award-winning illustrator originally from China. She graduated with an MFA in illustration from Maryland Institute College of Art in 2014 and now works as a New York–based freelance illustrator.

Babies Can Sleep Anywhere ISBN 978-1-4197-2536-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-2536-4 US $14.95 CAN $17.95 UK£9.99 51495 9 781419 725364

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My Little Gifts

(The Growing Hearts Series) S E LLING POINTS ●● Bestselling series: The Growing Hearts series has sold more than 650,000 copies ●● Whimsical illustrations: Appealing illustrations have been

A BOOK OF SHARING ● ● BY J O W I T E K ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY C H R I S T I N E R O U S S E Y

From the team behind the megabestseller In My Heart comes an interactive picture book about generosity and sharing perfect for the holiday season

popular across accounts ●● Holiday positioning: The message of generosity and the green-and-red cover are perfect for holiday promotions ●● Novelty elements: Includes a die-cut cover and interior flaps ●● Emotional toolkit: The Growing Hearts series celebrates the milestones of a toddler’s emotional development, from conquering fears and expressing feelings to welcoming a new sibling

S PECIFICATIONS 30 color illustrations 30 pages WIDTH: 10" • 254mm HEIGHT: 10½" • 267mm Hardcover with die-cuts PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 2 TO 4 PICTURE BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3320-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-3320-8 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 699 9 781419 733208

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here are many types of gifts. You can give a big, shiny, wrapped gift on Christmas morning, but you can also give the gifts of your help or your time. You can bake a cake for your parents or

share what you learned in school with your little sister. You can help a friend unravel a knotty bracelet

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or smile at a stranger who looks sad. With a spirit of generosity, you’ll find you have many gifts to give to the world—and that giving can be even more fulfilling than receiving. Featuring a die-cut cover and interior flaps throughout, My Little Gifts celebrates the gift of giving. Jo Witek and Christine Roussey are the author/illustrator team behind the Growing Hearts series, including In My Heart, Brave As Can Be, In My Room, With My Daddy, All My Treasures, and Hello in There! They live in France.

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Tyrannosaurus Wrecks!

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A P R E S C H O O L S TO RY ● ● BY SUDIPTA BARDHAN - QUA LLEN ● I LLUSTR ATED BY Z ACHARIAH OHOR A

A T. rex wreaks havoc in this charming preschool story—now in board book

S E LLING POINTS ●● Shouted refrain: Kids will love the encouragement to shout out “Tyrannosaurus . . . WRECKS!” along with their parents and other readers ●● Universal appeal: Dinosaurs never go out of style, and this is a clever twist on a familiar topic ●● Illustrator on the rise: Zachariah OHora’s star continues to rise, and he illustrates the chaos of a classroom with his captivating and bold style ●● Great pairing: OHora and Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen are familiar names in the picture-book world

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n many ways, dinosaur preschool is just like any other classroom: The toddlers play with toys, do art projects, and read books. But during every activity, the overenthusiastic Tyrannosaurus rex finds a

way to wreak havoc . . . until his classmates help him control himself. A list of dinosaur names (and how

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to pronounce them) will help young dinosaur fans identify more than a dozen different dino species. Both parents and kids will love the call-and-response nature of the book, and they’ll relate to the eternal struggle to “play nicely.” The new board book format gives parents the peace of mind that this beloved story will be able to hold up against the biggest messes. Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen is the author of many picture books, including Quackenstein Hatches a Family. She lives in New Jersey. Zachariah OHora is the illustrator of several picture books, including Wolfie the Bunny. He lives in Narberth, Pennsylvania.

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Brobot Bedtime ISBN 978-1-4197-2290-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-2290-5 US $16.95 CAN $20.95 UK 5 1£10.99 695 9 781419 722905

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Into the Forest ● ● BY L AU R A B A K E R ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY N A D I A TAY LO R

S E LLING POINTS ●● Beautiful package: The cozy

Take a step into the forest with this exquisite, layered board book, introducing animal families and their habitats

nature of the text is enhanced by the layered format and embossing, making this an exquisite board book for little hands ●● Developmental: Introduces a number of forest animals and rich vocabulary, and the chunky die-cut pages are easy for little hands to turn ●● Popular subject: Animals are a favorite for young children and parents. Readers will get

to explore natural habitats and animal families through a simple narrative about a squirrel on the

lookout for her mother ●● Great read-aloud: The

gentle rhyming text perfectly matches the beautiful,

contemporary illustrations

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10 pages WIDTH: 9" • 230mm

HEIGHT: 81/4" • 208mm Board book with die-cuts

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Hopping and stopping, Squirrel sees deer!

But not her mama. She isn’t here. hrough a simple narrative about a squirrel looking for her family, Into the Forest introduces different animal families as they go about their daily lives. With a gentle rhyming text and

beautiful illustrations, Into the Forest’s die-cut pages and embossing make this the perfect tactile package for little hands. Laura Baker grew up in Canada with a passion for stories. She now lives in a lovely coastal town in

South Wales with her husband, her son, and a big basset hound. Nadia Taylor is a designer and printmaker based in London. Her colorful prints are filled with bold shapes and striking patterns. She has worked on large-scale hand-painted murals, book covers, greeting cards, gift wrap, and packaging.

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Let’s Go, Ted!

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This humorous take on transportation shows us just how far our imaginations can go

S E LLING POINTS ●● Novelty format: The gatefolds and casebound covers make Let’s Go, Ted! a particularly special package ●● Popular subject: Play is not only a child’s full-time job, it also fosters a curious mind, making this a popular subject among parents ●● Continuing series: This is the second book in the series, with Bedtime, Ted! releasing in March 2018

●● Imaginative: Ted’s imaginative, yet willful, personality is showcased in each book, making this a delightful series both children and parents will want to collect

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ed is a sweet, imaginative toddler, and in Let’s Go, Ted!, readers are shown just how far his limitless imagination can take him—and how a simple cardboard box can be anything from a race

car to a rocket ship! Featuring big flaps that are ideal for little hands, Let’s Go, Ted! allows children to follow Ted’s imagination as he transforms a box into a race car, a digger, a submarine, a train, and a

zooming rocket ship! Sophy Henn was nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal in 2015 and shortlisted for the Association of Illustrators World Illustration Awards in 2014. She was also the World Book Day Illustrator in both 2015 and 2016. Her first book with Abrams, Bedtime, Ted!, will release in March 2018. She lives and works in Sussex, England.

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Changing Faces: Happy Halloween! ● ● BY N AT H A N T H O M S ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY P I N TAC H A N

●● Seasonal: With its spooky

With the turn of a page, little faces change as if by magic specifications

illustrations and novelty element, Changing Faces: Happy Halloween! is the perfect Halloween gift for little ones ●● Novelty element: Using a venetian blind–like element, each image transforms with the turn of a page ●● Developmental: The Changing Faces series reinforces an understanding of cause and effect, and participation in the story fosters an understanding

of language patterns

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t’s Halloween and all the different creatures have come out to play. From page to page, watch their spooky faces change as if by magic in this interactive, innovative, venetian blind–style picture book!

Though Pintachan earned a degree in biology, his experience as an intern left a trail of explosions and toxic-vapor-induced faints, helping him decide to switch from test tubes to colors. Pintachan now works as a full-time illustrator of books, magazines, social campaigns, apps, packaging, kid stuff, prints and postcards, lettering and branding.

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Changing Faces: Don’t Wake the Tiger!

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● ● BY N AT H A N T H O M S ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY C A R L E S B A L L E S T E R O S

With the turn of a page, little faces change as if by magic

S E LLING POINTS ●● Novelty element: Using a venetian blind–like element, each image in transforms with the turn of a page ●● Developmental: The Changing Faces series reinforces an understanding of cause and effect, and participation in the story fosters an understanding of

language patterns

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ALSO AVAIL AB LE ll the animals are sleeping until—with each turn of the page—the reader wakes each of them up! First the tiger is sleeping, then the panda, the lion, and the elephant. Children will be

delighted to watch each animal’s eyes pop open as its facial features go from asleep to awake. Carles Ballesteros is a Spanish-born illustrator living and working in Santiago, Chile. He is a member of the Professional Association of Illustrators of Catalonia (APIC). Ballesteros uses a mixture of traditional drawing skills and digital techniques to create his work. He is also the illustrator of Changing Faces: Meet Happy Bear and Changing

Faces: Wake Up, Santa.

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▲ From Mae’s First Day of School

Mae’s First Day of School

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From the author/illustrator of Hannah and Sugar comes a back-to-school tale about facing your fears

S E LLING POINTS ●● Back to school: Perfect for backto-school promotions, this story addresses the highly relatable anxieties of heading to school for the first time and assures readers that even adults have worries, too ●● Rising star: Kate Berube’s debut work, Hannah and Sugar, received a starred review from Publishers Weekly and was nominated for the Klaus Flugge prize. Berube was chosen as a prestigious PW Flying Start

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he first day of school can be scary for everyone—not just the students. As Mae gets ready for her very first day, she reflects on all the things she’s afraid of. What if the other kids don’t like her?

What if she can’t learn to read? What if she misses her mom? On the way to school, she decides that

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instead of facing all the unknowns, it would be much easier to climb up into her favorite tree and wait there until school is over. As other kids pass by, they, too, share their own fears with Mae, and she learns that everyone gets nervous about trying new things, even her teacher! Together, Mae and her new friends decide to face the day and celebrate new beginnings, hand in hand. Kate Berube is the author and illustrator of Hannah and Sugar, which was hailed as “a marvelous picture book debut with an achingly authentic story of fear conquered” in a starred review by Publishers Weekly. She lives in Portland, Oregon.

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Monsters Go Night-Night ● ● BY A A R O N Z E N Z

S E LLING POINTS ●● Halloween treat included:

Learn how to get ready for bed (monster style!) with this humorous picture book—now in paperback

Starring many different adorable monsters, this book is perfect

Now in paperback!

for Halloween promotions and features a free punch-out monster mask ●● Bedtime rituals: As monsters get ready for bed in this humorous take on a classic theme, young readers can follow suit ●● Guessing game: Readers can interact with the book via questions about how monsters get ready for bed—with sometimes silly or surprising results

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 32 pages WIDTH: 8" • 203mm HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Paperback PUB MONTH: AUGUST AGES 3 TO 5 PICTURE BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3201-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-3201-0 US $4.99 CAN $6.99 UK 5£3.99 0499 9 781419 732010

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edtime means brushing your teeth, putting on pajamas, snuggling, and kissing your family goodnight. But for monsters, bedtime looks a little different. They brush their teeth, but not with

a toothbrush. They get dressed for bed, but not in slippers and nightcaps. They snuggle, but not with a blankie or a teddy bear. Monsters Go Night-Night takes readers through the bedtime ritual of seven friendly monsters while making each step of the routine a guessing game. Getting ready for bed has never been so much fun!

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Aaron Zenz is the illustrator of Skeleton Meets the Mummy and Hiccupotamus. He works as an artist, graphic designer, and multimedia designer and lives in Michigan.

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The Dress and the Girl

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● ● BY C A M I L L E A N D R O S ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY J U L I E M O R S TA D

From the Greek countryside to Ellis Island, follow one girl and her favorite dress in this fresh and lyrical immigration story

S E LLING POINTS ●● Critically acclaimed illustrator: Julie Morstad, illustrator of Swan, is beloved in the picture book community, and she has taken Camille’s story to new heights with her lush, atmospheric illustrations ●● Immigrant story: Although light and wistful, at its heart, this picture book depicts the journey of “the girl” and her family from Greece to America, delivering an immigrant story with a fresh yet heartfelt approach ●● Celebrates sustainability: The dress is handmade and, eventually, passed from generation to generation, celebrating the eco-friendliness of DIY

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 40 pages WIDTH: 8½" • 216mm HEIGHT: 10½" • 267mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: AUGUST AGES 4 TO 8 PICTURE BOOK

ISBN 978-1-4197-3161-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-3161-7 US $17.99 CAN $22.99 UK 5 1£12.99 799 little girl and her favorite dress dream of an extraordinary life. They enjoy simple pleasures together on a beautiful Greek island. They watch the sunset, do chores, and pick wildflowers

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on the way home. One day, the dress and the girl must leave the island and immigrate to the United

States. Upon arrival, the girl is separated from the trunk carrying her favorite dress, and she fears her

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dress is lost forever. Many years later, the girl—now all grown up—spots the dress in a thrift store window. As the two are finally reunited, the memories of their times together come flooding back. While the girl can no longer wear the dress, it’s now perfect for her own daughter—and the new journey of

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a girl and her dress begins. Featuring lush illustrations, The Dress and the Girl is a stunning picture book about memory and the power of the items we hold most dear. Camille Andros has made her home in Israel, Utah, Arizona, California, Ohio, Nevada, and, now, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She has her BA in health science, is an EMT, and danced ballet for fourteen years. Julie Morstad is an award-winning artist living with her family in Vancouver, BC. She is the illustrator of many books for children, including Swan: The Life and Dance of Anna Pavlova, When Green Becomes Tomatoes, and This Is Sadie.

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Abraham Lincoln THE MAKING OF AMERICA #3

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The inspiring and tragic story of one of America’s most beloved historical figures: Abraham Lincoln

●● Bonus content: Along with Abraham Lincoln’s story, the book includes his Gettysburg Address and other selections of his speeches and writing ●● Popular figure: Abraham Lincoln is arguably the most famous and beloved of our presidents ●● Classroom appeal: Schools teach the Civil War from elementary to high school—and this book fits perfectly into any curriculum ●● Continuing series: The Making of America series demonstrates how America developed from a small agrarian country to a global superpower

S PECIFICATIONS Archival images throughout 192 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 10 TO 14 HISTORY • MIDDLE- GRADE NONFICTION • BIOGRAPHY ISBN 978-1-4197-3159-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-3159-4 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 699 9 781419 731594

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he third installment of the Making of America series, Abraham Lincoln, tells of one of our most beloved presidents. Born in a cabin deep in the backwoods of Kentucky, growing up in a family

considered “the poorest of the poor,” Lincoln rose to become the sixteenth president of the United

States. As president, he guided the United States through the Civil War, helped end slavery in America, and strengthened the federal government. Unlike other biographies, the Making of America series goes beyond individual narratives, linking influential figures to create an overarching story of America’s growth. The first three books in the series, read together, tell the story of American

Alexander Hamilton ISBN 978-1-4197-2578-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-2578-4 US $16.95 CAN $20.95 UK 5 1£11.99 695 9 781419 725784

Andrew Jackson ISBN 978-1-4197-2840-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-2840-2 US $16.95 CAN $20.95 UK 5 1£11.99 699

constitutional history from the founding of the nation through the end of the Civil War. The stories can also be read on their own and are the perfect way to get young readers excited about American history. The book includes selections of Lincoln’s writing, a bibliography, and an index. Teri Kanefield is the author of Alexander Hamilton and Andrew Jackson from the Marking of America series, as well as The Girl from the Tar Paper School and The Extraordinary Suzy Wright. She lives in San Luis Obispo, California.

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Lights, Camera, Carmen!

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● ● BY A N I K A D E N I S E ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY LO R E N A A LVA R E Z G Ó M E Z

The follow-up picture book about a little Latina girl with a BIG personality and the younger brother who adores her

S E LLING POINTS ●● Authentic: Carmen is a little Latina girl who speaks a mix of English and Spanish ●● Relatable characters: Every family has a Carmen—an extrovert who wants all eyes on her. And though Carmen is the star of this show, her little brother, Eduardo, serves as the perfect underdog we all want to see succeed ●● Beautiful illustrations: Alvarez’s illustrations are as bold, dramatic, and colorful as Carmen is, and the artist’s star is on the rise ●● Continuing series: Lights, Camera, Carmen! is the second of a two-book series that started with Starring Carmen!

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations 32 pages WIDTH: 8½" • 216mm HEIGHT: 11" • 279mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 5 TO 7 PICTURE BOOK • JUVENILE ISBN 978-1-4197-3169-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-3169-3 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 699 9 781419 731693

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n the vein of Eloise, Olivia, and Fancy Nancy, Carmen is a little girl with a BIG personality. She loves

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the spotlight and fame that comes with being an actress, and she only grudgingly shares attention

with her adoring little brother, Eduardo. How will she handle it when Eduardo lands a starring role in

a commercial? Carmen and her family speak a convincing mix of English and (untranslated) Spanish,

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inspired by the terms of endearment the author’s grandfather used when she was a little girl. Anika Denise is the celebrated author of four picture books, including Monster Trucks, Baking Day at Grandma’s, and Bella and Stella Come Home. A former one-girl sencación, these days, she enjoys sharing the spotlight with her husband, Christopher, and three daughters. Denise and her family live in Rhode Island. You can visit her online at anikadenise.com. Lorena Alvarez Gómez is a freelance illustrator from Bogotá, Colombia. Her work reflects her interest in color language and her willingness to experiment with diverse techniques and concepts.

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A Prayer for the Animals ● ● BY DA N I E L K I R K

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From bestselling author-illustrator Daniel Kirk comes a spiritual picture book celebrating kindness to animals

book will surely appeal to Daniel Kirk’s numerous fans ●● Spiritual message: Perfect for pet owners, the moving verse draws a spiritual yet nondenominational connection between people and animals ●● Global celebration: People around the world recognize World Animal Day on October 4, and many churches around the wolrd bless animals in the name of St. Francis, the patron saint of animals

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 40 pages WIDTH: 11" • 279mm HEIGHT: 9¾" • 248mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 4 TO 8 PICTURE BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3199-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-3199-0 US $17.99 CAN $22.99 UK 5 1£13.99 799 9 781419 731990

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May all of the animals of the earth And the animals of the sky And the animals of the sea

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Be at peace. his lyrical picture book from bestselling author and illustrator Daniel Kirk encourages young children to be kind to all the animals of the world. Kirk’s loving and hopeful verse blesses and

gives warm wishes to farm animals, house pets, wild animals, and other creatures. Sure to warm the hearts of children and parents alike, this book is perfect to curl up with at bedtime. Daniel Kirk is the bestselling author and illustrator of the beloved Library Mouse series as well as a number of picture books and novels for young readers. He lives in Glen Ridge, New Jersey.

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I Am Human

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A B O O K O F E M PAT H Y ● ● BY S U S A N V E R D E ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY P E T E R H . R E Y N O L D S

From the creators of the bestselling I Am Peace comes a hopeful celebration of empathy and family

S E LLING POINTS ●● Picture-book dream team: Susan Verde and Peter H. Reynolds have a great track record after the success of I Am Yoga and I Am Peace ●● Bestselling illustrator: Peter H. Reynolds is one of the most popular illustrators in the industry today, from illustrating the mega-selling Judy Moody series to his own The Dot ●● Inspiring message: Much like I Am Yoga and I Am Peace, this book teaches self-empowerment while focusing on the benefits of compassion and kindness toward all—which are needed now more than ever

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Striving to be the best version of ME rom the picture book dream team behind I Am Yoga and I Am Peace comes the third book in their wellness series: I Am Human. A hopeful meditation on all the great (and challenging) parts

of being human, I Am Human shows that it’s okay to make mistakes while also emphasizing the power of good choices by offering a kind word or smile or by saying “I’m sorry.” At its heart, this picture book is a celebration of empathy and compassion that lifts up the flawed fullness of humanity and encour-

ages children to see themselves as part of one big imperfect family—millions strong.

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Susan Verde is the author of The Museum, You and Me, I Am Yoga, and My Kicks. She is a licensed yoga instructor and lives in East Hampton, New York. Peter H. Reynolds is the renowned illustrator behind the bestselling Judy Moody and Stink series as well as many other bestselling and awardwinning picture books, including The Dot and Ish. He lives in Dedham, Massachusetts.

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Elizabeth Warren NEVERTHELESS, SHE PERSISTED

S E LLING POINTS ●● Feminist icon: Elizabeth Warren’s profile is on the rise with the “Nevertheless, She

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A picture-book biography of Elizabeth Warren, the first female senator of Massachusetts and a feminist icon

Persisted” meme ●● First of its kind: There are no other children’s books about Warren on the market ●● Election timing: This is releasing during the 2018 election season, when coverage on Warren will be especially high ●● Successful category: This book fits into the growing category of books about strong female leaders, such as the recent bestseller I Dissent

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lizabeth Warren shares the incredible story of the first female senator of Massachusetts. Elizabeth came from a struggling middle-class family in Oklahoma City. After a heart attack

put Elizabeth’s father out of work, she helped out by babysitting, waitressing, and sewing, all while shining as a star member of her school’s debate team. Debate taught Elizabeth how to fight with her words, a skill that eventually won her a state championship and a college scholarship. As a lawyer

and law professor, Elizabeth learned why it was so difficult for working-class families like her own to advance economically, and today she continues to fight (with her words) for the poor and middle-class in her role as a senator. Releasing in time for the 2018 election season, Elizabeth Warren emphasizes

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the importance of being outspoken—of using your words to fight for both yourself and for those who need your help. Susan Wood is the author of many picture books, including American Gothic and Esquivel! She lives in Norfolk, Virginia. Visit her online at susanwoodbooks.com. Sarah Green is an illustrator and designer based in San Francisco. She illustrated a book on Dorothea Lange that Kirkus Reviews called “brilliant” in a starred review. Visit her online at sarahgreenillustration.com.

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The Eye That Never Sleeps

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H O W D E T E C T I V E P I N K E R TO N S AV E D P R E S I D E N T L I N C O L N ● ● BY M A R I S S A M O S S ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY J E R E M Y H O L M E S

The only picture book about Allan Pinkerton—the American detective who saved Abraham Lincoln

S E LLING POINTS ●● One-of-a-kind: There are no other picture books about Allan Pinkerton ●● Popular genre: Nonfiction picture-book biographies are popular, and this is filled with subjects young readers love: Abraham Lincoln, spies, detectives, and adventure ●● Award-winning author: Marissa Moss is the bestselling author of numerous books, including Barbed Wire Baseball

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 56 pages WIDTH: 12" • 305mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: NOVEMBER AGES 6 TO 9 PICTURE BOOK • BIOGRAPHY ISBN 978-1-4197-3064-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-3064-1 US $17.99 CAN $22.99 UK 5 1£14.99 799

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rom award-winning author Marissa Moss comes the first children’s book about Allan Pinkerton, one of America’s greatest detectives. Everyone knows the story of Abraham Lincoln, but few

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know anything about the spy who saved him! Allan Pinkerton’s life changed when he helped the

Chicago Police Department track down a group of counterfeiters. From there, he became the first

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police detective in Chicago and established the country’s most successful detective agency. He went on to solve more than 300 murders and recover millions of dollars in stolen money. However, his greatest contribution was protecting Abraham Lincoln on the way to his 1861 inauguration. Though assassins attempted to murder Lincoln en route, Pinkerton foiled their plot and brought the president safely to the capital. The Eye That Never Sleeps is illustrated with a contemporary cartoon style, mixing art and text in a way that appeals to readers of all ages. The book includes a bibliography and a timeline.

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Marissa Moss is the bestselling author of the Amelia series, Barbed Wire Baseball, and Nurse, Soldier, Spy. She lives in Berkeley, California. Jeremy Holmes has illustrated a number of children’s books, including the Templeton Twins series and There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly. He lives in Abington, Pennsylvania.

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I Heart Art T H E W O R K W E LOV E F R O M T H E M E T R O P O L I TA N M U S E U M O F A R T

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Art we love from the museum we adore!

●● Promotional opportunity: The book is perfect both for Valentine’s Day or as a gift anytime ●● Museum support: The Metropolitan Museum is one of the most popular museums in the world ●● Novelty elements: With a die-cut heart on the cover, chunky format, and competitive retail price the book is a great impulse purchase ●● Crossover appeal: The perfect book for art lovers of all ages

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 240 pages WIDTH: 6" • 152mm HEIGHT: 6" • 152mm Hardcover with die-cut PUB MONTH: DECEMBER ALL AGES ART ISBN 978-1-4197-3387-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-3387-1 US $15.99 CAN $19.99 UK 5 1£11.99 599 9 781419 733871

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charming, chunky book filled with more than 150 works we love from The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The book is divided into different themes for readers to explore, including

people, animals, transportation, and places. Accompanying text provides readers with insight into

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each piece without distracting from the beauty of the work. From paintings to collages to sculptures to photographs, I Heart Art helps readers discover the best that the museum has to offer. Among the artists included are Jennifer Bartlett, Romare Bearden, Rosa Bonheur, Canaletto, Mary Cassatt, Marc Chagall, Jean-Honoré Fragonard, Hokusai, Winslow Homer, Edmonia Lewis, Claude Monet, Georgia O’Keeffe, Alfred Stieglitz, and Andy Warhol.

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art is the largest museum in the Western Hemisphere and the world’s most encyclopedic art museum. Founded in 1870, the Museum embraces more than two million works of art spanning five thousand years of world culture, from prehistory to the present, in all artistic media, and at the highest levels of creative excellence.

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China: A History

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● ● BY C H E RY L B A R D O E ● I N A S S O C I AT I O N W I T H T H E F I E L D M U S E U M

From the popular Field Museum exhibit comes the history of one of the world’s most prevalent superpowers: China

S E LLING POINTS ●● Promotional tie-in: Will publish to coincide with Chinese New Year, February 5, 2019 (Year of the Pig) ●● Classroom must-have: Comprehensive yet detailed—the perfect companion for history lessons ●● Need for diversity: Perfect for the #WeNeedDiverseBooks movement ●● Authoritative: The Field Museum’s curatorial expertise and extensive collections draw in 1.5 million visitors annually

S PECIFICATIONS Color archival images throughout 144 pages WIDTH: 7" • 178mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: JANUARY 2019 AGES 10 TO 14 MIDDLE- GRADE NONFICTION • HISTORY ISBN 978-1-4197-2121-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-2121-2 US $22.99 CAN $28.99 UK 5 2£18.99 299 9 781419 721212

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iscover the history of one of the world’s most influential civilizations. Based on the Cyrus Tang Hall of China exhibit at The Field Museum, China: A History traces the 7,000-year story of this

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diverse land. Full-color maps, photos, and illustrations of the people, landscape, artifacts, and rare objects bring the history of this nation to life! Young readers learn about prehistoric China, follow the

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reign of emperors and dynasties, and come to understand how China became the world power that it is today. The book also explores the role of children and women in everyday life as well as how religion, politics, and economics shaped the deep traditions and dynamic changes of modern China. This book stands alone from the exhibition and is a go-to resource for young readers looking to learn more about this powerful nation. It includes a timeline, bibliography, and index. Cheryl Bardoe is a former senior project manager of exhibitions at The Field Museum in Chicago. She is the author of Gregor Mendel and Mammoths and Mastodons and lives in Wallingford, Connecticut.

The Chinese Emperor’s New Clothes ISBN 978-1-4197-2542-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-2542-5 US $17.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 799 9 781419 725425

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Gittel’s Journey A N E L L I S I S L A N D S TO RY

S E LLING POINTS ●● New perspective: A child

● ● BY L E S L É A N E W M A N ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY A M Y J U N E B AT E S

A child immigrates all alone to a new life in America

immigrates alone to America—a unique perspective on Ellis Island stories ●● Bestselling team: These two picture-book veterans have strong sales records with titles that include Here Is the World: A Year of Jewish Holidays and The Dog Who Belonged to No One ●● Niche audience: Although the story is written for all readers, Gittel’s Jewish heritage will resonate with modern Jewish families

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 48 pages WIDTH: 9" • 229mm HEIGHT: 11" • 279mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: FEBRUARY AGES 5 TO 8 PICTURE BOOK • JUVENILE ISBN 978-1-4197-2747-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-2747-4 US $17.99 CAN $22.99 UK 5 1£14.99 799 9 781419 727474

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ittel and her mother were supposed to immigrate to America together, but when her mother is stopped by the health inspector, Gittel must make the journey alone. Her mother writes

her cousin’s address in New York on a piece of paper. However, when Gittel arrives at Ellis Island, she discovers the ink has run and the address is illegible! How will she find her family? Both a heartwrenching and heartwarming story, Gittel’s Journey offers a fresh perspective on the immigration

Here Is the World: A Year of Jewish Holidays ISBN 978-1-4197-1185-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-1185-5 US $18.95 CAN $22.95 UK 5 1£11.99 895 9 781419 711855

My Old Pal, Oscar ISBN 978-1-4197-1901-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-1901-1 US $16.95 CAN $19.95 UK 5 1£10.99 695

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journey to Ellis Island. The book includes an author’s note explaining how Gittel’s story is based on the journey to America taken by Lesléa Newman’s grandmother and family friend. Lesléa Newman is the author of 70 books for adults and children. Her literary awards include a National Endowment for the Arts poetry fellowship, the Association of Jewish Libraries Sydney Taylor Award, and the Massachusetts Book Award. She lives in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Amy June Bates is the illustrator of Bear in the Air, Minette’s Feast, and The Dog Who Belonged to No One. She lives in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

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The Bluest of Blues

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A N N A AT K I N S A N D T H E F I R S T B O O K O F P H OTO G R A P H S ● ● BY F I O N A R O B I N S O N

A picture-book biography of Anna Atkins—the first person to publish a book of photography

S E LLING POINTS ●● Girl power: Books about women and those that are STEAMfriendly are in high demand ●● Hot category: Picture-book biographies continue to garner success, especially those about female artists ●● Award-winning author/ illustrator: Fiona Robinson’s What Animals Really Like won the Irma Black Award and Publishers Weekly hailed Whale Shines as “a standout” and “timeless” in a starred review

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 48 pages WIDTH: 9" • 229mm HEIGHT: 12" • 305mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: FEBRUARY 2019 AGES 6 TO 9 PICTURE BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-2551-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-2551-7 US $17.99 CAN $22.99 UK 5 1£12.99 799 9 781419 725517

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fter losing her mother very early in life, Anna Atkins (1799–1871) was raised by her loving father. He gave her a scientific education, which was highly unusual for women and girls in the early

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19th century. Fascinated with the plant life around her, Anna became a botanist. She recorded all her findings in detailed illustrations and engravings, until the invention of cyanotype photography in 1842.

Anna used this new technology in order to catalogue plant specimens—a true marriage of science and art. In 1843, Anna published the book Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions with handwritten text and cyanotype photographs. It is considered the first book of photographs ever published. Weaving together histories of women, science, and art, The Bluest of Blues will inspire young readers to embark on their own journeys of discovery and creativity. Fiona Robinson is the author/illustrator of Ada’s Ideas, Whale Shines, What Animals Really Like, The Useful Moose, and The 3-2-3 Detective Agency. Her work has been honored by the Royal Academy of Arts and has been featured in many gallery shows. She lives with her family in Brooklyn.

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Ada’s Ideas ISBN 978-1-4197-1872-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-1872-4 US $17.95 CAN $21.95 UK 5 1£9.99 795 9 781419 718724

Whale Shines ISBN 978-1-4197-0848-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-0848-0 US $18.95 CAN $22.95 UK 5 1£10.99 895

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Standing Up Against Hate H O W B L AC K W O M E N I N T H E A R M Y H E L P E D C H A N G E T H E C O U R S E O F W W I I

S E LLING POINTS ●● Promotional opportunities: Great for Black History Month (February) and Women’s History

● ● BY M A RY C R O N K FA R R E L L

A powerful story that offers a much-needed perspective on the lives of women of color during wartime America

Month (March) ●● Girl power: Charity Adams is a role model for young women ●● Diversity: Perfect for the #WeNeedDiverseBooks movement

S PECIFICATIONS Archival images throughout 208 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: JANUARY 2019 AGES 10 TO 14 HISTORY • MIDDLE- GRADE NONFICTION • BIOGRAPHY ISBN 978-1-4197-3160-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-3160-0 US $17.99 CAN $22.99 UK 5 1£14.99 799 9 781419 731600

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tanding Up Against Hate tells the stories of the African American women who enlisted in the newly formed Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) in World War II. They quickly discovered

that they faced as many obstacles in the armed forces as they did in everyday life. However, they

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refused to back down. They interrupted careers and left family, friends, and loved ones to venture into unknown and sometimes dangerous territory. They survived

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racial prejudice and discrimination with dignity, succeeded in jobs women had never worked before, and made crucial contributions to the military war effort. The book centers around Charity Adams, who commanded the only black WAAC battalion sent overseas and became the highest ranking African American woman in the military by the end of the war. Along with Adams’s story are those

Pure Grit ISBN 978-1-4197-1028-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-1028-5 US $24.95 CAN $29.95 UK 5 2£14.99 495 9 781419 710285

Fannie Never Flinched ISBN 978-1-4197-1884-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-1884-7 US $19.95 CAN $23.95 UK 5 1£11.99 995

of other black women who played a crucial role in integrating the armed forces. Their tales are both inspiring and heart-wrenching. The book includes a timeline, bibliography, and index. Mary Cronk Farrell is an award-winning journalist and the author of Fannie Never Flinched and Pure Grit. She lives in Spokane, Washington.

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Eleanor Roosevelt, Fighter for Justice H E R I M PAC T O N T H E C I V I L R I G H T S M OV E M E N T, THE WHITE HOUSE, AND THE WORLD ● ● BY I L E N E C O O P E R

The riveting story of the most influential First Lady in American history: Eleanor Roosevelt

RIGHTS: WORLD ENGLISH

S E LLING POINTS ●● Timely: 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 ●● Classroom use: Ideal for educators and students looking for a different perspective on the civil rights movement and aspects of early 20th century US history ●● Need for diversity: Perfect for the #WeNeedDiverseBooks movement ●● Girl power: A fresh take on the story of one of America’s best female role models

S PECIFICATIONS Archival images throughout 192 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: AUGUST AGES 10 TO 14 HISTORY • MIDDLE- GRADE NONFICTION ISBN 978-1-4197-2295-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-2295-0 US $17.99 CAN $22.99 UK 5 1£14.99 799

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leanor Roosevelt, Fighter for Justice shows young readers how the former First Lady evolved from a poor little rich girl

to a protector and advocate for those without a voice. Though now

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seen as a cultural icon, she was a woman deeply insecure about her looks and her role in the world. But by recognizing her fears

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and constantly striving to overcome her prejudices, she used her proximity to presidents and her own power to aid in the fight for Civil Rights and other important causes. This biography gives readers a fresh perspective on her extraordinary life. It includes a timeline, biography, index, and many historic photographs. Ilene Cooper is the award-winning writer of many acclaimed children’s books, including Jewish Holidays All Year Round, The Golden Rule, and A Woman in the House (and Senate). She lives in Chicago.

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A Woman in the House (and Senate) ISBN 978-1-4197-1036-0 ISBN 978-1-4197-1036-0 US $24.95 CAN $29.95 UK 5 2£15.99 495 9 781419 710360

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The Very Last Castle ● ● BY T R AV I S J O N K E R ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY M A R K P E T T

S E LLING POINTS ●● Author reputation: Travis Jonker is an elementary school librarian and the founder of two

From beloved librarian and kidlit blogger Travis Jonker and illustrator Mark Pett comes a picture book that celebrates courage and embracing the unknown

popular and trusted kidlit media platforms—the blog 100 Scope Notes and The Yarn podcast— and boasts more than 18,000 followers on his @100scopenotes Twitter ●● Bestselling illustrator: Mark Pett is the bestselling illustrator of The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes and Lizard from the Park

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 40 pages WIDTH: 8½" • 216mm HEIGHT: 11" • 279mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES 4 TO 8 PICTURE BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-2574-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-2574-6 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 699 9 781419 725746

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curious little girl watches the man who guards the last castle in town. Every time she passes by him, she tries to catch his eye. While the other townspeople fear what may be locked up

inside the mysterious castle, the girl finally gets up the courage to knock on the door and find out

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what’s really behind the gate. A story about overcoming fear of the unknown, trying new things, and reaching out to make new friends, The Very Last Castle shows that bravery comes in packages both big and small. Travis Jonker is an elementary school librarian and creator of 100 Scope Notes, a kidlit blog hosted by School Library Journal. He was a member of

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the 2014 Caldecott committee. Jonker lives with his wife and two children in Zeeland, Michigan. Mark Pett is the author/illustrator of many books for children, including This Is My Book! and The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes. Before books, Pett created comic strips. He lives in Utah.

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Princesses Save the World

RIGHTS: WORLD ENGLISH

● ● BY S AVA N N A H G U T H R I E A N D A L L I S O N O P P E N H E I M ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY E VA BY R N E S E LLING POINTS ●● Promotional powerhouse: Savannah Guthrie is the beloved coanchor of NBC’s TODAY, which boasts 4.7 million viewers per week, and has over 4 million

The sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller Princesses Wear Pants from TODAY coanchor Savannah Guthrie and Allison Oppenheim

followers on Twitter ●● Sequel to a bestseller: The first book in the series, Princesses Wear Pants, debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list and remained on the list nine weeks ●● Girl power message: This story highlights girls working together to solve problems and get things done ●● Gentle environmental message: The book illuminates the importance of taking care of the earth

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 32 pages WIDTH: 81/2" • 216mm HEIGHT: 101/2" • 267mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 3 TO 7 PICTURE BOOK

ISBN 978-1-4197-3171-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-3171-6 US $17.99 CAN $22.99 UK 5 1£12.99 799 rincess Penelope Pineapple is back, and once again, it’s up to her to save the day! When Princess Penelope receives an SOS from Princess Sabrina Strawberry, she and Miss Fussy

race to the Strawberry Kingdom to help. What Princess Penelope finds there is enough to get any princesses’ pants in a twist—the strawberries have stopped growing! All the bees are gone! What is

Princess Sabrina to do? It’s Princess Penelope Pineapple to the rescue! Her beekeeping skills are

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to thank for the Pineapple Kingdom’s lush fields of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. She’s got plenty of bees to share, but she can’t get them all the way down the Fruitissippi River on her own. Princess

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Penelope calls a Fruit Nations conference, and all the princesses of the land—from Beatrice Blueberry to Kira Kiwi—come to lend a hand. With a little creative thinking, a whole lot of girl power, and some teamwork, the princesses save the Strawberry Kingdom and learn about friendship in the process. Savannah Guthrie is the coanchor of TODAY as well as an attorney and legal analyst. She lives in New York City with her husband and two children. Allison Oppenheim is trained in clinical psychology and is a parent educator and mother of three. She lives in Purchase, New York. Eva Byrne is an artist who specializes in fashion illustration and children’s books. She lives in Limerick City, Ireland.

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Princesses Wear Pants ISBN 978-1-4197-2603-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-2603-3 US $17.95 CAN $21.95 UK 5 1£12.99 795 9 781419 726033

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The Neighbors ● ● BY E I N AT T S A R FAT I

Find out what’s behind your neighbors’ doors in this delightfully detailed celebration of city life

S E LLING POINTS ●● Exciting debut: This is Einat Tsarfati’s first author-illustrated picture book ●● Invites rereads: The incredible detail in which this book is illustrated invites the reader to come back again and again to find more things hidden on each spread ●● Celebrates imagination and empathy: This quick journey up the stairs will encourage young readers to wonder at their own communities and the complex (and exciting!) lives of the people they see every day

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 40 pages WIDTH: 8½" • 216mm HEIGHT: 10½" • 267mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: JANUARY 2019 AGES 4 TO 8 PICTURE BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3168-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-3168-6 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 699 9 781419 731686

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s a young girl climbs the seven stories to her own (very boring!) apartment, she imagines what’s behind each of the doors she passes. Does the door with all the locks belong to

a family of thieves? Might the doorway with muddy footprints conceal a pet tiger? Each spread reveals—in lush detail—the wilds of the girl’s imagination, from a high-flying circus to an underwater world and everything in between. When the girl finally reaches her own apartment, she is greeted by her parents, who might have a secret even wilder than anything she could have imagined!

An After Bedtime Story ISBN 978-1-4197-1873-1 ISBN 978-1-4197-1873-1 US $16.95 CAN $19.95 UK 5 1£10.99 695

Einat Tsarfati graduated with honors from the Visual Communication department at the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem. She is a freelance editorial illustrator as well as the illustrator of books for children, including An After Bedtime Story.

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The Boy and the Giant

RIGHTS: NORTH AMERICA

● ● BY DAV I D L I TC H F I E L D

David Litchfield invites readers to appreciate the differences in others, both big and small

S E LLING POINTS ●● Critically acclaimed talent: The author’s previous title, The Bear and the Piano was called “one of those rare books that children can return to again and again through the years” by Kirkus Reviews in a starred review ●● Stunning art: Each spread is lush and luminous, illustrated in what is quickly becoming David’s trademark style ●● Message of acceptance: This gentle story of friendship explores themes of community

and kindness

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40 pages WIDTH: 811/16" • 220mm HEIGHT: 1113/16" • 300mm

Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: NOVEMBER

AGES 4 TO 8 PICTURE BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3318-5 ISBN 978-1-4197-3318-5 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 5 1 6 9 9 9 781419 733185

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here is a Secret Giant in Gableview who has hands the size of tabletops, legs as long as drainpipes, and feet as big as rowing boats. But little Billy thinks the Giant is just a tall tale that his

grandad likes to tell. According to Grandad, the Giant keeps the bears away when they go camping

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and rescues Billy’s favorite kite when it gets tangled up in the tallest tree. Grandad swears the Giant is real, but Billy’s not buying it. Why has he never seen the giant before? Why does the Giant stay hidden? Grandad knows why: People are afraid of things that look different. When Billy suddenly finds himself face-to-face with the Giant, he runs away in fear—and hurts the Giant’s feelings. But now he’s got an opportunity to make it up to him, and, just maybe, to be friends with the nicest guy in town.

Dotty ISBN ISBN978-0-8109-8962-7 978-0-8109-8962-7 5 £9.99 1 6 9 5 US $16.95 CAN $21.95 UK

David Litchfield is an award-winning author-illustrator of books for children, including The Bear and the Piano. He lives in the United Kingdom.

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A History of Pictures for Children

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●● New content: Includes all-new

● ● BY DAV I D H O C K N E Y A N D M A R T I N G AY F O R D ● I L LU S T R AT I O N S BY R O S E B L A K E

illustrations by Rose Blake and child-friendly content ●● Wide appeal: Readable and richly illustrated, this survey of art is perfect for all young readers ●● Celebrated author: One of the most popular living artists, David Hockney is often in the public eye for his work ●● Wide readership: Hockney’s previous art book for adults, Secret Knowledge, was published

in 16 languages and sold more

than 350,000 copies

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Based on their popular book for adults, David Hockney and Martin Gayford introduce a groundbreaking approach to art for kids

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Hardcover with jacket

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History of Pictures takes young readers on an adventure through art history. From cave paintings to video games, this book shows how and why pictures have been made, linking art

to the human experience. Hockney and Gayford explain each piece of art in the book, helping young

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minds to grasp difficult concepts. The book tracks the many twists and turns toward artistic invention, allowing readers to fully appreciate how and why art has changed and includes an illustrated timeline of inventions. All new illustrations by Rose Blake add a personal perspective on a wide variety of images. A History of Pictures will inspire creative minds and help them to understand the legacy of the pictures we see today. The book also includes a bibliography and index.

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David Hockney is one of the world’s most popular artists. He lives in Los Angeles. Martin Gayford’s many books include Rendez-vous with Art with Philippe de Montebello. He lives in Cambridge, England. Rose Blake is an illustrator and the daughter of famous artist Peter Blake. She lives in London.

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The Sloth Who Slowed Us Down

RIGHTS: NORTH AMERICA

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● ● BY M A R G A R E T W I L D ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY V I V I E N N E TO

When Amy’s family finds a sloth on their doorstep, they learn to slow down and appreciate life’s simple joys

●● Rising star: Vivienne To is a promising talent whose star is on the rise, and we are excited to be publishing her first picture book ●● Important message: This picture book challenges the pervasive achievement mindset and, instead, celebrates the importance of stopping to smell the roses ●● Sloths sell: As evidenced by the recent successes in books and film, sloths are on trend in kid

media

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hen the speediest family in the world finds a sweet, slow sloth on their doorstep, they take him in. But, little do they know, their new pet has quite a bit to teach them. For Amy’s family,

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there simply aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done. Mom rushes through her work.

Dad rushes through his chores. Even little Amy rushes through dinner. But Sloth does things slowly. He likes to take long, leisurely baths with lots and lots of bubbles. He plays drawn-out, imaginative games. He eats his food slowly, enjoying one small bite at a time. After a few weeks of caring for their new pet, Amy’s family finds that they actually do have enough time to tell one another stories or go for long walks together after dinner—so long as they stop rushing around so much. The Sloth Who Slowed Us Down is a celebration of slowing down and remembering the important things in life. Margaret Wild is the author of more than 40 books for children, including Piglet and Mama. She was born in Eschew, a small town in South Africa, and currently resides in Sydney, Australia. Vivienne To is an illustrator and visual development artist working in film and publishing. The Sloth Who Slowed Us Down is her first picture book. She lives in Australia.

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Piglet and Papa ISBN 978-1-4197-2940-9 ISBN 978-1-4197-2940-9 US $4.99 CAN $5.99 50499 9 781419 729409

My Lazy Cat ISBN 978-1-4197-2602-6 ISBN-13: 978-1-4197-2602-6 US $16.95 CAN $20.95 UK 5 1£11.99 695

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Hello Kitty Presents: The Fairytale Collection

RIGHTS: US & CANADA

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● ● BY S A N R I O

●● Recognition: Hello Kitty is one of

From Hello Kitty comes a collection of five classic fairy tales

the most famous and endearing children’s characters, inspiring more than 50,000 branded objects available in more than 70 countries and in more than 15,000 retail locations in the United States alone ●● Classic collection: With five beloved classic fairy tales all wrapped up into one book, there

is so much to love

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ello Kitty, one of the world’s most recognized and enduring characters, stars in five popular fairytales! Hello Kitty Fairytale Collection features all five books in our

Hello Kitty Presents the Storybook Collection: Little Red Riding Hood, Alice’s Adventures in

Hello Kitty Storybook Collection ISBN 978-1-4197-1248-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-1248-7 US $12.95 CAN $13.95 5 1 2 9 5 9 781419 712487

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Sanrio®, best known for global icon Hello Kitty® and home to many endearing characters including Chococat®, My Melody®, and Keroppi®, celebrated its 55th anniversary in 2015. Today, more than 50,000 Sanrio-branded items are sold in more than 70 countries around the world.

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Wonderland, The Little Mermaid, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, and Thumbelina.

Hanazuki

Explore your many moods with the ultimate full-color guided journal based on Hanazuki!

MANY MOODS JOURNAL ● ● BY H A S B R O

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Exciting new brand: Hanazuki is a new animated series and toy line from Hasbro, creators of the smash-hit My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic ●● Commercial: Features a vibrant package that is sure to stand out on the shelf ●● Creativity: Express yourself with guided writing and drawing prompts, creative questions, and more to help you explore your many moods ●● Girl power: Hanazuki is geared toward girls ages 6 to 10, with the motto “Be bold. Be weird. Be you.”

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anazuki: Many Moods Journal is a guided journal filled with all your favorite characters

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and prompts to write, draw, and dance! Get wacky as you explore your many moods!

Filled with endless creative possibilities, this full-color journal is a must-have for every fan’s box of treasures.

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Hasbro is an American toy and board game company and one of the largest toy makers in the world. Among its world-famous brands are Transformers, Tonka, and My Little Pony. Hasbro is

based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

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Hanazuki: A Spark in the Dark ISBN 978-1-4197-2942-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-2942-3 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK 5 1£9.99 299 9 781419 729423

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The Princess and the Absolutely Not a Princess ● ● BY E M M A W U N S C H ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY J E S S I K A VO N I N N E R E B N E R

Two very different girls form an unexpected friendship in this charming, illustrated chapter-book series launch

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Popular chapter-book category: Perfect for fans of Judy Moody and Clementine ●● Princess power: From the Princess Diaries to Frozen, princesses are perennially popular ●● Message of empathy: The book’s overall message encourages readers to look beyond perceived differences ●● Fully illustrated: Includes 50 interior illustrations

S PECIFICATIONS 50 black-and-white illustrations 144 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: AUGUST AGES 7 TO 10 CHAPTER BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3179-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-3179-2 US $12.99 CAN $15.99 UK £9.99

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rincess Miranda does not want to go to school. She wants to shop for shoes, plan parties, and get tutored privately in her fancy castle. But Queen Mom and King Dad decide it’s high time

for Miranda to join the third grade. Miranda is horrified. School is dirty, smelly, and very, very loud.

And things get even worse for Miranda when she gets seated next to Maude. Maude cannot wait for

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school. She loves rules and social justice and getting good grades. She also loves hardboiled eggs, much to the dismay of Princess Miranda. When a tense first week between the two girls results in

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Maude getting excluded from the Royal Birthday Party, Maude decides she’s found her first fight for social justice: a birthday boycott that ultimately results in finding a best friend. Emma Wunsch is the author of The Movie Version, a young adult novel. This is her first chapter book. She lives in Lebanon, New Hampshire, with her husband and two daughters. Jessika von Innerebner is an artist who’s worked with clients including Disney, Nickelodeon, Highlights, and FisherPrice. She lives in Kelowna, Canada. Visit her online at jessvoni.com.

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Strong series start: Earth Before Us #1: Dinosaur Empire!, now in its third printing, was called “a highly entertaining (and equally informative) comic” in a starred

● ● BY A B BY H O WA R D

The Magic School Bus meets Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales in this nonfiction graphic-novel series that explores prehistoric Earth

review by Publishers Weekly ●● Science facts: The author has a background in evolutionary

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biology, making the writing

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informed and specific

Dinosaur Empire!

●● Graphic-novel format: Includes

★ “An information-dense

four-color illustrations throughout

but fast-moving exploration of how scientists have

●● STEM and #WeNeedDiverseBooks themes: Features a female

come to understand life in

scientist and an inquisitive girl

that period (dinosaurs, as

of color

well as mammals, insects, and sea life), clearly and amusingly explained through the duo’s dialogue.” —Publishers Weekly

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hen Ronnie’s parents go on a business trip and leave her with Miss Lernin for the week, Ronnie is sure she’s in for a big, dinosaur-size adventure. After all, her last trip with Miss

Lernin involved real-life dinosaurs! So, when they end up at the aquarium jellyfish exhibit, Ronnie is

confused. Surely jellyfish aren’t as cool as dinosaurs, right? Wrong! Determined to show Ronnie just how interesting prehistoric life was BEFORE the age of the dinosaurs, Miss Lernin takes her back in time to the six parts of the Paleozoic era to study the earliest lifeforms on Earth, and how many left the ocean for life on land.

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Abby Howard is the creator of the comic website Junior Scientist Power Hour. Before becoming a full-time artist, Howard studied evolutionary biology at McGill University.

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A girl learns how to walk dogs—and walk tall— in this charming coming-of-age novel

S E LLING POINTS ●● Dogs!: Dogs are a favorite subject, and any dog lover will delight in the many kinds of canines featured in Rules of the Ruff ●● Emerging author: Heidi Lang is an emerging voice whose Dash of Dragons was hailed as “wildly inventive” by Booklist ●● Middle grade at its best: Rules of the Ruff has potential for critical acclaim with its poignant coming-of-age story and pitchperfect voice ●● Funny and commercial premise: Readers will laugh at these pranking, feuding dog walkers

S PECIFICATIONS 256 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: AUGUST AGES 8 TO 12 MIDDLE- GRADE FICTION ISBN 978-1-4197-3137-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-3137-2 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 699 9 781419 731372

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welve-year-old Jessie is in for a long, lonely summer at her aunt and uncle’s house. Her uncle

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is clueless, her aunt is downright frosty, and, worst of all, her cousin Ann thinks Jessie isn’t cool

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summer—she convinces Wes, a grouchy neighborhood dog walker, to take her on as his apprentice. Sure, dog walking turns out to be harder than she expected, but she has Wes’s dog-walking code, the Rules of the Ruff, to guide her, and soon, she’s wrangling her very own pack like the best of them. But when Monique, a charming rival dog walker, moves to town, she quickly snatches up most of Wes’s business—and Jessie decides she isn’t going to take this defeat with her tail between her legs. Heidi Lang is the coauthor of A Dash of Dragon and A Hint of Hydra as well as a former professional dog walker. She lives in Richland, Washington.

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Jeff Kinney is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and a six-time Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award winner for Favorite Book for his Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Book 12, The Getaway, was published in November 2017, and was the #1 bestselling book released that year.

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Jeff has been named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Photo by Filip Wolak

Influential People in the World. He is also the creator of Poptropica, which was named one of Time’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 Massachusetts, where they own a bookstore, An Unlikely Story.

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Selling Points ●● Bestselling series: Remains on the New York Times bestseller list for over 600 weeks! A New York Times #1 bestseller and a fixture on the USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Publishers Weekly, and IndieBound lists since publication ●● Wide social-media reach: 5 million Facebook likes, 3+ million YouTube views, 29,000+ Instagram followers ●● Global phenomenon: With millions of books sold around the world in 65 editions and 56 languages, Wimpy Kid has turned millions of kids into readers ●● Evergreen brand: Bestselling books series, national and global

partnerships, licensed products,

45,000+ Twitter followers, and

a Greg Heffley character balloon in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and four live-action movies cement Wimpy Kid’s popularity and permanence in the marketplace

NATIONA L MARKETI NG CAM PAIG N: ●● Prepublication buzz campaign

Specifications

●● National publicity tour

350 black-and-white illustrations

●● International author tour

224 pages

●● National advertising campaign

WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES 8 TO 12 MIDDLE- GRADE FICTION ISBN 978-1-4197-2743-6 ISBN 978-1-4197-2743-6 US $13.95 CAN $16.95 5 1 3 9 5 9 781419 727436

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New Box Set with all 3 picture Books!

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Iggy Peck, Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and the rest of the students in Miss Greer’s second-grade class are...

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Beloved bestselling character: Rosie Revere, Engineer has spent over 100 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list; the story will also feature the beloved Ada Twist and Iggy Peck ●● New format: The chapter book format will capture fans who have loved the picture books and are now moving on to a more advanced reading level ●● STEM hook: Rosie’s engineering spirit is as strong as ever! In this adventure, she learns all about pumps and valves. There will also be some light back matter to further explain the STEM concepts presented in the

And they’re about to begin brand-new adventures in their debut chapter book series!

narrative

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THE CURIOSITY KIDS BOOK 1

Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters ● ● BY A N D R E A B E AT Y ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY DAV I D R O B E R T S

#1 New York Times bestselling Rosie Revere and friends are back!

osie Revere is no stranger to flops and fails, kerfuffles and catastrophes. After all, she’s an engineer, and engineering is all about perseverance! But sometimes, Rosie has a really

important project to tackle—one that feels much bigger than herself. When Rosie’s beloved Aunt

throughout, 16 pages two-color illustrations 96 pages WIDTH: 5½" • mm HEIGHT: 8" • mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES 6 TO 9 CHAPTER BOOK ISBN 978-1-4197-3360-4 ISBN 978-1-4197-3194-5 US $12.99 CAN $16.99 UK 5 1£8.99 999 9 781419 731945

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Rose and her pals the Raucous Riveters—a gaggle of fun-loving gals who built airplanes during World War II—need her help, it’s up to Rosie to save the day. Will Rosie be able to invent a contraption

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to help one of the Riveters paint in the annual mural competition? After one flop . . . then another . . . and another . . . Rosie starts to lose hope. But thanks to some help from her classmates Iggy Peck and Ada Twist, Rosie creates the Paintapolooza! and, along with the Riveters, rediscovers the meaning of Home. 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.

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Game Changer ● ● BY TO M M Y G R E E N WA L D

S E LLING POINTS ●● Timely issue: The dangers of

An innovative, multimedia-format, middle-grade novel that tackles the dangers of football and hazing

football and hazing are a timely, under-explored topic in children’s literature ●● Accessible format: The multimedia format makes for an accessible read, perfect for reluctant readers ●● Experienced author: Greenwald is a middle-grade pro with several successful series ●● Sports hook: The love of football and being on a team offers appeal for sports fans

S PECIFICATIONS 336 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 10 TO 14 MIDDLE- GRADE FICTION ISBN 978-1-4197-3143-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-3143-3 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 699 9 781419 731433

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hirteen-year-old Teddy Youngblood is in a coma fighting for his life after an unspecified football injury at training camp. His family and friends flock to his bedside to support his recovery—and

to discuss the events leading up to the tragic accident. Was this an inevitable result of playing a

violent sport, or was something more sinister happening on the field that day? Told in an innovative, multimedia format combining dialogue, texts, newspaper articles, transcripts, an online forum, and Teddy’s inner thoughts, Game Changer explores the joyous thrills and terrifying risks of America’s most popular sport.

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Tommy Greenwald is the author of many books for children, including the Crimebiters! and Charlie Joe Jackson series. Greenwald is also the cofounder of SpotCo Advertising and the lyricist and cowriter (with Andrew Lippa) of John & Jen, an off-Broadway musical and book. To read more about Greenwald, visit tommygreenwald.com.

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THE ODDS SERIES #3

Odds & Ends

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From bestselling author Amy Ignatow, the thrilling and hilarious conclusion of the Odds series

●● Multicultural cast: Characters of ranging ethnicities and backgrounds answer the everpresent need for diversity in children’s literature ●● Great new look: A bold repackaging has breathed new life into the heroic middle-grade series ●● Cross-promotion: Publishing alongside the paperback release of Against the Odds ●● Author track record: Ignatow’s bestselling Popularity Papers series sold more than 250,000 copies

S PECIFICATIONS 50 black-and-white illustrations 240 pages WIDTH: 6" • 152mm HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 10 TO 14 MIDDLE- GRADE FICTION ISBN 978-1-4197-3132-7 ISBN 978-1-4197-3132-7 US $16.99 CAN $21.99 UK 5 1£12.99 699 9 781419 731327

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he ragtag Odds crew’s useless gifts have gotten out of control. Farshad’s thumbs are so strong that just trying to send a text will break his phone, and Cookie can now send mental directions

instead of just listening in on them with her telepathy. To make matters worse, a bunch of their lessthan-gifted classmates have become town celebrities thanks to their suspiciously good exam results.

But Jay and Nick realize that all these whiz kids have parents who work for Auxano, so they race off to find out what’s really going on. Fans won’t want to miss the conclusion to the adventures of this

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Amy Ignatow is a cartoonist and the author of the Popularity Papers series of scrapbook-style illustrated novels. She is a graduate of Moore College of Art and Design and lives in Philadelphia with her husband and two kids. On rare occasions, she enjoys

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The Faithful Spy D I E T R I C H B O N H O E F F E R A N D T H E P LOT TO K I L L H I T L E R

S E LLING POINTS ●● Perfect crossover: John Hendrix’s trademark handwritten text and art will appeal to both

● ● BY J O H N H E N D R I X

The first fully illustrated book that tells the true story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the pastor who conspired to kill Hitler

teens and adults ●● Classroom appeal: Fits perfectly into World War II curricula ●● Religious appeal: Explores the biblical themes of sacrifice and redemption ●● New perspective on WWII: The story of a German citizen fighting back against the Nazis

S PECIFICATIONS Color illustrations throughout 176 pages WIDTH: 6⅜" • 162mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm Hardcover with jacket and paperback PUB MONTH: SEPTEMBER AGES 10 TO 14 MIDDLE- GRADE NONFICTION • BIOGRAPHY HC 978-1-4197-2838-9 ISBNISBN 978-1-4197-2838-9 US $24.99 CAN $31.99 UK 5 2£17.99 499 9 CARTON 7 8 1 4 1 9QTY: 7 2 818 389

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nterweaving handwritten text and art in his signature style, John Hendrix tells the fascinating story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and his fight against the oppression of the German people during

World War II. Bonhoeffer was a German Lutheran pastor and theologian who was shocked to

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watch the German church embrace Hitler’s agenda of hatred. He spoke out against the Nazi party and led a breakaway church that rebelled against racist and nationalist beliefs of the Third

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Reich. Struggling with how his faith interacted with his ethics, Bonhoeffer eventually became convinced that Hitler and the Nazi Party needed to be stopped—and he was willing to sacrifice anything and everything to do so.

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John Hendrix is the illustrator of Nurse, Soldier, Spy and author/illustrator of Shooting at the Stars, among others. He lives in St. Louis, Missouri.

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NATHAN HALE’S HAZARDOUS TALES #8

Lafayette!

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A R E VO LU T I O N A RY WA R TA L E S E LLING POINTS ● ● BY N AT H A N H A L E

●● Bestselling series: Six books

The eighth book in the bestselling series tells the story of Lafayette, the Frenchman who helped save the American Revolution

in the series have hit the New York Times graphic novel bestseller list ●● Popular figure: Young fans of Hamilton will want to know more about Lafayette’s adventures ●● Teacher and librarian appeal: Engaging nonfiction and backmatter that perfectly supplements classroom discussion ●● Great stories: Hale’s books transform textbook lessons into wild romps through America’s history

S PECIFICATIONS 128 two-color illustrations 128 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 7½" • 191mm Hardcover PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES 8 TO 12 GRAPHIC NOVEL ISBN 978-1-4197-3148-8 ISBN 978-1-4197-3148-8 US $13.99 CAN $17.99 UK 5 1£9.99 299 9 781419 731488

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athan Hale brings readers back to the world of the American Revolution for the first time since One Dead Spy—but this time, he’s following the Marquis de Lafayette into battle. An

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orphan who became a French nobleman, Lafayette was a major figure in the American Revolution who fought alongside iconic figures like George Washington and Alexander Hamilton. Fans of the musical Hamilton will instantly recognize Lafayette’s name, but there’s so much more to his story. With Nathan Hale’s trademark graphic illustrations, Lafayette! shares what happened before and during the war, including all the wild escapades the Frenchman embarked on across France and the colonies. Both gruesome and hilarious, Lafayette! takes you on a roaring journey and will have even the most reluctant reader excited about the American history. Nathan Hale is the #1 New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales series. He also illustrated the graphic novel One Trick Pony. Hale lives in Orem, Utah. Learn more at hazardoustales.com.

Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales Second 3-book Box Set with Big Bad Ironclad! (#2), Donner Dinner Party (#3), and Alamo All-Stars (#6), ISBN 978-1-4197-3408-3 ISBN 978-1-4197-1536-5 US $38.00 CAN $49.00 UK 5 1£30.00 295 9 781419 715365

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BOOK THREE

S E LLING POINTS ●● Comics phenomenon: The Lumberjanes is a New York Times

● ● BY M A R I KO TA M A K I ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY B R O O K LY N A L L E N

bestselling comic series that has sold more than 800,000 copies, and 20th Century Fox has optioned the film rights ●● LGBTQ diversity: The series stars all types of girls: gay and straight, trans- and cisgender

Based on the bestselling graphic novels from BOOM! Studios, everyone’s five favorite campers are back for totally new, action-packed adventures

●● Illustrated throughout: Blackand-white art accompany the text ●● Friendship to the max: The characters showcase the power

elcome to Miss Qiunzella Thiskwin Penniquiqul Thistle Crumpet’s Camp for Hardcore Lady Types. The five scouts of Roanoke cabin—Jo, April, Molly, Mal,

of teamwork and the smarts to

and Ripley—love their summers at camp. They get to hang out with their best friends,

problem-solve without resorting

earn Lumberjane scout badges, annoy their no-nonsense counselor Jen . . . and go on

to violence

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supernatural adventures. That last one? A pretty normal occurrence at Miss Qiunzella’s, where the woods contain endless mysteries. Book three will shine the spotlight on Ripley, the smallest, youngest, most animalloving member of the cabin. When Ripley comes across an abandoned egg, she’s determined to take care of it until the parent comes back. Unfortunately, her plan is quickly foiled by egg poachers, who steal the egg for their own collection. Mariko Tamaki is a writer known for her graphic novel This One Summer, a Caldecott Honor and Printz Honor award winner cocreated with her cousin Jillian Tamaki, among other notable works. Visit her online at marikotamaki.blogspot.com. Brooklyn Allen is a cocreator and the original illustrator for the Lumberjanes series and a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design. They live in Richmond, Virginia. Visit them online at brooklynaallen.tumblr.com.

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The Backstagers and the Ghost Light

●● Showstopping debut: Andy Mientus is a young star who is well-loved in the Broadway community. This is his debut novel, and it will launch an

● ● BY A N DY M I E N T U S ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY R I A N S YG H

exciting new middle-grade series ●● LGBTQ-Friendly: This series features a cast of LGBTQ characters and will especially appeal to young people in this community ●● Momentum: This series will build on the success of the

Based on the showstopping graphic novels, this new middle-grade series follows the paranormal adventures of a stage crew

Lumberjanes series and continue our exciting partnership with BOOM! Studios

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he members of the St. Genesius stage crew—or the Backstagers, as they like to call themselves— have to be ready for anything: prop malfunctions, theater kid drama, and angry ghosts. It all

started when the ghost light blew out while some of the stage crew were playing with a Ouija board.

Ghost lights are meant to stop ghosts from moving in the shadows of empty theaters. Most ghosts are harmless, but this one seems set on ruining their production of The Phantasm. Now, it’s up to Jory and the Backstagers to stop the ghost and save their school’s play. Heartfelt and uplifting, the Backstagers series shows you the magic that happens behind the scenes! Andy Mientus is an actor, singer, and songwriter who is known for his roles in Spring Awakening, Wicked, Les Misérables, Smash, and The Flash. He lives in New York City. Rian Sygh is a comic artist and cocreator of the award-winning Backstagers comics. He lives in Glendale, California.

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Fasten your seat belts for the final high-flying Bland Sisters adventure

recognize elements from their classroom lessons on Egyptian history and mythology ●● Family reunion: Where book one featured lady pirates and book two featured an Agatha Christie homage, book three features the most exciting characters of all: Jaundice and Kale’s parents ●● Stunning conclusion: Readers will devour the final installment in this hilarious series featuring the two dullest sisters of all time

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asten your seat belts for some unexpected turbulence ahead, as Jaundice and Kale Bland are back for their final unintentional adventure! Now that they’ve returned from the Uncanny

Valley to find their home in Dullsville in absolute shambles, the sisters are rescued by high-flying aviatrix Beatrix Airdale. This time, they’re jetting off (literally) to Egypt to uncover the mysteries of a magical scarab. By way of Casablanca and after foiling multiple attacks along the way (thanks to

Jaundice’s nautical knot-tying skills and Kale’s super-sleuth powers of observation), the Bland Sisters are reunited with their parents. But it turns out that Mom and Dad aren’t as bland—or as “Bland”—as Jaundice and Kale remember. Thanks to their mother’s old archeology notebook, the Bland Sisters uncover their parents’ real identities and help them achieve victory in one final, family-filled adventure. Kara LaReau was an editor at Candlewick until she became a full-time writer. She has published many acclaimed picture books for children, including Ugly Fish, Rabbit & Squirrel, Otto: The Boy Who Loved Cars, and the Geisel Award–winning chapter-book series the Infamous Ratsos. She lives in Providence, Rhode Island.

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BIG FOOT AND LITTLE FOOT #2

The Monster Detector

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● ● BY E L L E N P OT T E R ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY F E L I C I TA S A L A

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Book two in Ellen Potter’s hilarious and heartfelt chapter-book series about a young boy and his Sasquatch friend

●● Chapter-book master: Ellen Potter is a veteran author of many beloved chapter books for children, including the Olivia Kidney series, and her voice is spot-on for the chapter-book reader ●● Tons of heart: Kids will find the sweet Sasquatch-human friendship at the core of this series relatable, and parents will find the gentle rejection of comfort zones appealing ●● Boy appeal: With humor, heart, and a sense of adventure, this book has a lot to offer boys without gross-out pandering

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ugo is a young Sasquatch. Boone is a young boy. After an unlikely encounter, they’ve become

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an even unlikelier pair of best friends. After saving up his Monster Card wrappers, Hugo

sends away for a special prize in the mail—a Monster Detector! Using the watchlike device, Hugo

quickly spots a monster right in his own cavern. Spooked, but still excited about his prize, Hugo heads to school and finds yet another surprise—his friend Boone! Boone announces he wants to go

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to Sasquatch school, but no human has ever gone before, and not everyone is as happy about it as Hugo. Boone’s first day of school gets off to a rocky start, but Hugo doesn’t have much time to worry before he makes another monster sighting and takes off after the creature. What follows are even more surprises, ones that have Hugo rethinking what it really means to be a “monster.” Ellen Potter is the award-winning author of many books for children, including the Olivia Kidney series, Slob, The Kneebone Boy, and most recently, the Piper Green series. She lives in Maine. Felicita Sala is a selftaught illustrator and lives in Rome.

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Ghoulia

BOOK 1

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A new full-color chapter-book series starring one little zombie on a quest to make friends

●● Halloween hit: Starring a lovable, not-so-scary zombie, Ghoulia will be the perfect fit for Halloween promotions ●● Appealing format: A short chapter book at a low price point, Ghoulia features full-color illustrations throughout ●● Upcoming sequel: Abrams will publish a second Ghoulia title in Fall 2019

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houlia lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and spends most of her time playing with Tragedy, her beloved

albino greyhound. But things aren’t as easy as they seem for this little

zombie girl—all she wants is a real friend. She tries to venture past the manor’s walls, but she can’t hide her pale green skin or the deep

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purple circles under her eyes. The other children will be afraid of her, and no one will want to be her friend. But when Halloween rolls around, Ghoulia hatches a brilliant plan. All the other, ordinary children will be dressed up like monsters, so Ghoulia can go out into the town and be entirely herself. In the end, all the kids realize that Ghoulia is (almost) just like them and learn that friendship can come in many forms.

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Barbara Cantini is the illustrator of numerous books for young readers. Ghoulia is her first author-illustrated project. She lives in the Tuscan countryside with her husband and their two daughters, three cats, and slightly daft hamster.

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The Terrible Two’s Last Laugh

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● ● BY M AC B A R N E T T A N D J O RY J O H N ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY K E V I N CO R N E L L

The fourth and final installment of the New York Times bestselling Terrible Two series

S E LLING POINTS ●● Powerhouse author: Mac Barnett is a bestselling author whose

ACCLAIM FOR

Extra Yarn and Sam and Dave

The Terrible Two series

Dig a Hole both won Caldecott

Texas Bluebonnet Award

Honors ●● Smashing series success: The

E. B. White Read

Terrible Two and The Terrible Two

Aloud Honor Award,

Get Worse spent a collective 16

Middle Reader

weeks on the New York Times

Chicago Public Library Best Fiction for Older

bestseller list ●● Illustrated throughout: This

Readers of 2015

funny illustrated series will

Cybils Awards,

appeal to Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Middle‑Grade Fiction,

and Origami Yoda readers

2015 Nominee Children’s Choice Book Award, 5th to 6th Grade Book of the Year, 2016 Finalist International

Black-and-white illustrations

Literary Association

throughout

Children’s Choices

144 pages

2016 Reading List

WIDTH: 6" • 152mm

Children’s Book Committee, Bank Street

HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm Hardcover

College of Education,

PUB MONTH: JANUARY 2019

Best Children’s Books

AGES 8 TO 12

of the Year 2016,

MIDDLE- GRADE FICTION

Ages 9–12, Humor

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from his mom: After he graduates, they’re moving back home, to their old apartment, in a little town by the sea. She thinks this is good news, but Miles knows it is Terrible. As the Terrible Two face the end

of their time in Yawnee Valley, they’re determined to pull a prank that changes the town forever. Mac Barnett’s bestselling children’s books include the 2013 Caldecott Honor Book Extra Yarn. He lives in Berkeley, California. Jory John writes picture books and coauthored the bestselling All My Friends Are Dead. He lives in Portland, Oregon. Kevin Cornell is the illustrator of many children’s books. He lives in Philadelphia.

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Sweep T H E S TO RY O F A G I R L A N D H E R M O N S T E R ● ● BY J O N AT H A N AU X I E R

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Night Gardener comes an enchanting standalone novel about the power of friendship

●● Beloved author: Jonathan Auxier is beloved by readers, booksellers, and librarians, and his book The Night Gardener was a New York Times bestseller ●● Critical success: Auxier’s previous book, Sophie Quire and the Last Storyguard, garnered four starred reviews, with Kirkus Reviews saying “This novel should be in the hands of every human young enough at heart to be enchanted by the written word” ●● Emotional toolkit: Sweep does not shy away from real emotional challenges, such as death, loss, and grief

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or nearly a century, Victorian London relied on “climbing boys”—orphans owned by chimney sweeps—to clean flues and protect homes from fire. The work was hard, thankless, and brutally

dangerous. Eleven-year-old Nan Sparrow is quite possibly the best climber who ever lived—and a

girl. With her wits and will, she’s managed to beat the deadly odds time and time again. But when Nan gets stuck in a deadly chimney fire, she fears her time has come. Instead, she wakes to find herself in an abandoned attic. And she is not alone. Huddled in the corner is a mysterious creature—a

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golem—made from ash and coal. This is the creature that saved her from the fire. Sweep is the story of a girl and her monster. Together, these two outcasts carve out a life together—saving one another in the process. By one of today’s most powerful storytellers, Sweep is a heartrending adventure about the everlasting gifts of friendship and hope. Jonathan Auxier is the New York Times bestselling author of The Night Gardener, Sophie Quire and the Last Storyguard, and Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes, which the Wall Street Journal called “as delightful a magical story as readers . . . will hope to find.” He lives in Pittsburgh with his family.

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● ● BY L E N A C OA K L E Y ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY JA I M E ZO L L A R S

A visually stunning middle-grade classic in the making about Nix, the foulest fairy of all

S E LLING POINTS ●● Eye-catching package: This novel will be illustrated throughout, adding to its lush, fantastical feel and positioning it as the perfect gift ●● Strong voice: Lena Coakley’s distinct, lyrical voice elevates the text, lending this project a timeless feel ●● Popular characters: Novels featuring fairies continue to be popular and successful in the marketplace

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ISBN 978-1-68335-246-4 ischievous woodland fairy Nix is up to no good. His beloved fairy queen has gone away, leaving him with a very important job. He

must protect the forest from a most dangerous enemy: humans. When a

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determined invader trespasses on Nix’s territory, putting his skills to the test, the prideful fairy boasts of all the wicked tricks he’ll use to chase the sorry fellow away. But, the reader soon learns, Nix’s heart is made not of black magic but gold—and this sprite is not at all what he seems. At its heart, this kid-friendly fairy tale explores the timeless bonds of family and the joy of finding home in unexpected places. Lena Coakley is the author of Witchlanders and Worlds of Ink and Shadow. She concentrated in creative writing at Sarah Lawrence College and now lives in Toronto. To learn more, visit the author online at lenacoakley.com. Jaime Zollars is inspired by fairy tales, Flemish painters, and flea-market photographs. Among other things, she is an illustrator of children’s books and book covers. She lives in Charleston, South Carolina.

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JoJo Loves BowBow A DAY I N T H E L I F E O F T H E W O R L D ’ S C U T E S T C A N I N E ● ● BY J OJ O S I WA

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A photographic gift book featuring JoJo Siwa’s famed pup, made in collaboration with Nickelodeon

●● Social media stars: JoJo and BowBow are Insta-famous and have more than seven million combined followers on Instagram ●● Exclusive photos: Never-beforeseen photos will offer a sneak peek into JoJo and BowBow’s daily life in Los Angeles ●● Mini dynamo: Between her toprated TV special, her upcoming TV movie with Nickelodeon, and her hit YouTube channel, JoJo is

unstoppable

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ot only is JoJo Siwa a YouTube celebrity and social media phenomenon, but so is her beloved pooch! Named for JoJo’s iconic fashion bows, BowBow Siwa is a superstar in her own right,

with more than one million Instagram followers! BowBow has her own stuffed animal likeness, and she and her dog-mom, JoJo, are dedicated to sparkles, bows, and everything cute. This photographic,

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full-color gift book will feature never-before-seen shots of BowBow and JoJo, giving fans an exclusive insiders’ peek into the dazzling duo’s daily lives. A perfect gift item, JoJo Loves BowBow will charm Siwanatorz and followers of Instagram-famous pups alike. JoJo Siwa is a Nickelodeon talent, YouTube personality, singer, dancer, businesswoman, and former costar of the hit Lifetime show Dance Moms. She lives and works in Los Angeles. Visit itsjojosiwa.com for more.

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JoJo’s Guide to Making Your Own Fun

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# D O I T YO U R S E L F

media star with more than six

● ● BY J OJ O S I WA

million followers on Instagram

Get creative and crafty, JoJo Siwa style, in this seasonal activity book for JoJo fans, written in collaboration with Nickelodeon

●● High-end format: Our unique design will be a must-have for collectors of JoJo merch ●● One of a kind: The book’s focus will be on activities JoJo loves and supports, encouraging kids

to feel closer to their role model

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o you like trying new things? Do you like having fun? And most of all . . . do you like JoJo Siwa? If the answer to any of the above is yes, you’re in luck! JoJo Siwa offers fans her best, most

engaging book ever—jam-packed with inspiration for every day. Formatted as a back-to-school book with a year’s worth of activities for rainy days, birthday parties, days at the beach, and everything in between, this interactive book will provide dozens of ideas to jump-start the creative brain. Making slime, crafting the best friendship bracelets, and planning a mother-daughter spa day at home are just

a few things JoJo loves—and wants you to enjoy, too. JoJo Siwa is a Nickelodeon talent, YouTube personality, singer, dancer, businesswoman, and former costar of the hit Lifetime show Dance Moms. She lives and works in Los Angeles. Visit itsjojosiwa.com for more.

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Tie-in: The ultimate guide to the hit TV show Supergirl

Supergirl: Ultimate Guidebook ● ● AU T H O R T B A

●● Built-in fan base: Supergirl is a

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE HIT TV SERIES SUPERGIRL !

top-rated TV series with millions of viewers each week ●● Publishing program: Releases just after the season three finale and shortly after the publication of Supergirl: Curse of the Ancients

●● Deluxe package: Full-color interiors and in-depth looks at the characters and TV series make this an ideal gift for

Supergirl fans!

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192 pages WIDTH: 6" • 152mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm

Hardcover with jacket

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PUB MONTH: NOVEMBER AGES 8 TO 12

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upergirl is one of the top-rated TV series with millions of viewers each week. This in‑depth, fullcolor guide to the TV series offers detailed profiles on characters and super powers, a heroes and

villains gallery, episode guide, and more. Includes all of the action through Season 3 of the hit show! Fans of all ages will soar to get their hands on this ultimate guide to Supergirl !

See Supergirl: Book 3, page 143

SUPERGIRL and all related characters and elements are © and ™ DC Comics. WB SHIELD: ™ & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s18)

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The Flash: Ultimate Guidebook

ENGLISH

S E LLING POINTS ●● Tie-in: The ultimate guide to the

● ● AU T H O R T B A

hit TV show The Flash

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE HIT TV SERIES THE FLASH !

●● Built-in fan base: The Flash is a top-rated TV series with millions of viewers each week ●● Publishing program: Releases just after the season four finale and shortly after the publication of The Flash: Johnny Quick ●● Deluxe package: Full-color

interiors and in-depth looks at the characters and TV series make this an ideal gift for Flash fans

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192 pages WIDTH: 6" • 152mm HEIGHT: 9" • 229mm

Hardcover with jacket PUB MONTH: NOVEMBER AGES 9 TO 12 TELEVISION • POP CULTURE

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he Flash is one of the top-rated TV series, averaging more than five million viewers per epi-

ISBN 978-1-68335-269-3

sode. This in-depth, full-color guide to the TV series offers detailed profiles on characters

and super powers, a heroes and villains gallery, behind-the-scenes facts, and more. Includes all of the action through Season 4 of the hit show! Fans of all ages will be racing to get their hands on this ultimate guide to The Flash!

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Built-in fan base: The Flash is one of the top-rated shows and brought in more than five million viewers during the second season ●● Tie-in adventure: This original story takes place in the world of The Flash and is a must-read for fans ●● Original licensed books are hot: Original middle-grade and YA

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atch up with the super adventures of Barry Allen, also known as the Flash, in the third book of this middle-grade series. Featuring adventures not seen on TV, Barry

continues his mission to protect Central City from sinister plots. The book builds upon the world of the popular TV show in a new medium by author Barry Lyga. Fans won’t want to miss

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Barry Lyga is the author of the New York Times bestselling I Hunt Killers series and many other titles for young adults. A self-proclaimed Flash fanatic, Lyga lives and hosts podcasts near New York City with his family. Follow him online at barrylyga.com.

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ara Danvers, the one and only Supergirl, continues to keep National City safe. Follow her in

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the final book of this middle-grade series, featuring more incredible adventures not seen

on TV. Now more than ever, the world needs the Girl of Steel to keep the city free from evil, and

author Jo Whittemore has crafted a series finale that fans won’t want to miss! Jo Whittemore is the author of numerous middle-grade humor and fantasy novels.

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▲ From Giant Days

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Successful graphic novels: The Giant Days comic book series, written and created by John

● ● BY N O N P R AT T

Allison, was nominated for two

An original YA novel about three college freshmen— based on the hit graphic-novel series from BOOM! Studios

Awards

Eisner Awards and four Harvey

●● Friendship story: A refreshing portrayal of rich, rewarding female friendship ●● YA goes to college: With successes like Fangirl, YA is aging up and ready for stories about dorm life ●● British YA gem: Non Pratt has received commercial and critical acclaim in her native United Kingdom

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ased on the hit graphic-novel series from BOOM! Studios, the publisher behind Lumberjanes,

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Giant Days follows the hilarious and heartfelt misadventures of three university first-years:

Daisy, the innocent homeschooled girl; Susan, the sardonic wit; and Esther, the vivacious drama

queen. While the girls seem very different, they become fast friends during their first week of university. And it’s a good thing they do, because in the giant adventure that is university, a friend who has your back is key—something Daisy discovers when she gets a little too involved in her extracurricular club, the Yogic Brethren of Zoise. When she starts acting strange and life around campus gets even

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stranger (missing students, secret handshakes, monogrammed robes everywhere . . .), Esther and Susan decide it’s up to them to investigate the weirdness and save their friend.

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Non Pratt is a British author whose debut novel, Trouble, was shortlisted for the YA Book Prize and the Branford Boase Award and long-listed for the Carnegie Medal. Her other books include Remix, Unboxed, and Truth or Dare. She lives in London. Giant Days ™ & © 2018 John Allison.

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Beneath the Citadel ● ● BY D E S T I N Y S O R I A

A sweeping fantasy about four teens and a fateful prophecy from the acclaimed author of Iron Cast

S E LLING POINTS ●● Breakout book: Destiny Soria’s epically drawn world and her expert prose result in a novel that’s poised to be the next big hit

ADVANCE PRAISE

●● International appeal: Fantasy

★ “Energetic and original,

novels are perennially popular

this alternative history,

and Soria’s universal themes

fantasy, and mystery

will strike a chord with readers

mashup with its pair of

everywhere

smart, resourceful, flawed

●● Critically acclaimed author:

but engaging heroines

Iron Cast, Soria’s debut novel,

never disappoints.”

received three starred reviews,

—Kirkus Reviews

and Beneath the Citadel

★ “Hand this entrancing

promises to be even more

historical fantasy to fans

powerful

of Libba Bray’s Diviners series or anyone who likes their magic on the seamier side.” —Booklist ★ “Stories of the diverse cast of flawed and complicated characters striving to do better

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n the city of Eldra, people are ruled by ancient prophecies. For centuries, the high council has stayed in power by virtue of the prophecies of the elder seers. After the last infallible prophecy came to

pass, growing unrest led to murders and an eventual rebellion that raged for more than a decade. In the present day, Cassa, the orphaned daughter of rebels, is determined to fight back against the high

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council, which governs Eldra from behind the walls of the citadel. Her only allies are no-nonsense Alys, easygoing Evander, and perpetually underestimated Newt. Cassa struggles to come to terms with the legacy of rebellion her dead parents have left her, and the fear that she may be inadequate to shoulder the burden. But by the time Cassa and her friends uncover the mystery of the final infallible prophecy, it may be too late to save the city—or themselves.

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Destiny Soria lives and works in the shadow of the mighty Vulcan statue in Birmingham, Alabama. Destiny’s first book, Iron Cast, was published in 2016 to critical acclaim.

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Stain

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A Princess and the Pea–inspired young adult fantasy from #1 New York Times bestselling author A. G. Howard

S E LLING POINTS ●● Rabid fans: A. G. Howard’s fans have been anticipating her next YA novel for two years ●● Epic world: Perhaps Howard’s most ambitious fantasy to date, Stain weaves in nods to familiar tales (Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, Sleeping Beauty) against a complex and highly original backdrop ●● Stunning cover: Fans and newcomers will vie to own this collectible package

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fter Lyra—a princess incapable of speech or sound—is cast out of her kingdom of daylight by

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her wicked aunt, a witch saves her life, steals her memories, and raises her in an enchanted

forest . . . disguised as a boy known only as Stain. Meanwhile, in Lyra’s rival kingdom, the prince

of thorns and night is dying, and the only way for him to break his curse is to wed the princess of daylight—for she is his true equal. As Lyra finds her way back to her identity, an imposter princess prepares to steal her betrothed prince and her crown. To win back her kingdom, save the prince, and make peace with the land of the night, Lyra must be loud enough to be heard without a voice, and strong enough to pass a series of tests—ultimately proving she’s everything a traditional princess is not. A. G. Howard is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of RoseBlood and the Splintered series. She lives and writes in Amarillo, Texas.

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Easy Prey ● ● BY C AT H E R I N E LO

S E LLING POINTS ●● Edgy and on trend: YA that

Secrets and revenge run rampant in the Internet age— Easy Prey keeps you guessing until the final reveal

tackles heavy topics continues to dominate the bestseller list ●● Current issues: Sexting scandals are all over the news as young people test the boundaries of new technology, and Easy Prey raises the important and topical issue ●● Engaging whodunit: Every character has secrets—and readers won’t know who did it until the very end

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nly three students had access to a teacher’s racy photos before they went viral. There’s Mouse, a brainy overachiever so desperate to escape his father and go to MIT that he would

do almost anything, legal or not. Then there’s Drew, the star athlete who can get any girl’s number—

and private photos—with his charm but has a history of passing those photos around. And finally there’s Jenna, a good girl turned rebel after her own shocking photos made the rounds at school last

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year, who is still waiting for justice. All three deny leaking the photos, but someone has to take the fall. This edgy whodunit tackles hot-button issues of sexting and gossip and will have readers tearing through the pages to reach the final reveal. Catherine Lo is the author of How It Ends, which Jeff Zentner called “as harrowing and realistic a look at the life cycle of a young friendship as I’ve ever seen.” She has spent the last decade and a half as a teacher working with at-risk youth. She lives outside of Toronto with her husband and two children.

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Summer Grace tells her side of the story in this long-awaited, sexy, and spine-tingling sequel to The Graces

●● Hot genre: The YA paranormal genre continues to be popular and sell well in the marketplace ●● Critical acclaim: The New York Times said, “The Graces

PRAISE FOR Laure Eve ★“Precise, vivid, and immediate. Powerful.” —Kirkus Reviews

demands to be read twice,” and Kirkus Reviews called it “precise, vivid . . . immediate . . . [and] powerful” in a starred review ●● Epic paranormal face-off: Fans of

“The Graces demands to

The Graces will be dying to know

be read twice: The first

if River can be accepted back

time for the suspense; the

into the coven

second for the subtleties

●● Sexier and scarier: Laure Eve has upped the stakes, atmosphere,

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and glitz to create a bewitching

“Mysterious, beautiful, and

sequel

you missed initially.” —New

unnerving, The Graces, like

its titular family, will keep you

enthralled from beginning to end.” —Samantha Shannon, New York Times–bestselling

author of The Bone Season

336 pages

“Powerful, deadly, chilling,

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icking up the pieces after the chilling events of the previous year isn’t easy, but the Grace

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siblings are determined. Wolf is back after a mysterious disappearance, and everyone’s eager

to return to normal. Except Summer, the youngest Grace. Summer has a knack for discovering the truth—and something is troubling her. But exposing secrets is a dangerous game, and it’s not

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one Summer can win alone. At Summer’s behest, the coven comes back together, drawing their erstwhile friend River back into the fold. But as the coven’s powers magnify, Wolf’s behavior becomes unpredictable—and Summer must question the nature of the friend she so loves. This riveting sequel to The Graces is saturated with magic, the destructive cost of power, and the nature of forgiveness. Laure Eve was born in Paris and currently lives in London, where she works in book publishing. She is the author of The Graces as well as Fearsome Dreamer and The Illusionists (both published in the UK). Find out more on Twitter, @LaureEve, and on her website, laureeve.co.uk.

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The Good Demon ● ● BY J I M M Y C A J O L E A S

True Detective meets The Exorcist in this gripping YA mystery debut about one girl’s exorcism—and her desperate quest to reunite with her demon

S E LLING POINTS ●● High-concept horror: Tells of the bond between a girl and her demon—there’s not another book like this ●● A personal touch: Cajoleas was born and raised in the South, where many believe in demons and exorcisms, so he’s uniquely qualified to tell this story ●● Genre with a twist: Top-notch literary YA that will appeal to fans

of horror

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lare has been miserable since her exorcism. The preacher that rid her of evil didn’t understand that her demon—simply known as Her—was like a sister to Clare. Now, Clare will do almost

anything to get Her back. After a chance encounter with the son of the preacher who exorcised her,

Clare goes on an adventure through the dark underbelly of her small Southern town, discovering its deep-seated occult roots. As she searches for Her, she must question the fine lines between good

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and evil, love and hate, and religion and free will. Vivid and sharp, The Good Demon tells the unusual story of friendship amid dark Gothic horror. Jimmy Cajoleas grew up in Jackson, Mississippi. He earned his MFA from the University of Mississippi and now lives in Brooklyn.

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Against the Odds From the bestselling author of The Popularity Papers, the Odds are back—now in paperback

S E LLING POINTS ●● Awesome author: Amy Ignatow’s bestselling Popularity Papers series has sold more than 250,000 copies ●● Diverse cast: The main characters span a wide range of ethnicities and backgrounds, answering the ever-present need for diversity in children’s literature ●● Kid-friendly format: Kids can collect the series in paperback, introducing new readers to the books

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still super-strong, Cookie can still read minds, and Martina can still change her eye

color. But things are starting to get weirder. Now, Martina can see the invisible

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and Nick can move a lot farther than four inches when he’s really stressed. As they continue to search for the source of their powers, they realize they must team

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up with some renegade Amish teenagers and an invisible bus driver. But as this unlikely group of misfits begins to unravel sinister plans, they become more than just a team—they become incredible friends. Bestselling author Amy Ignatow brings together a quirky and diverse cast of characters in the anticipated follow up to The Mighty Odds. Amy Ignatow is a cartoonist and the author of the Popularity Papers series of s crapbook-style illustrated novels. She is a graduate of Moore College of Art and Design and lives in Philadelphia with her husband and two kids. On rare occasions, she enjoys sleeping.

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Sidetracked ● ● BY D I A N A H A R M O N A S H E R

A misfit seventh-grader with ADD joins the track team in this heartwarming novel for fans of Gary Schmidt and Jack Gantos—now in paperback

S E LLING POINTS ●● Bonus content: Includes a reader’s guide and a Q&A with the author to enhance the story ●● Timely issue: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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f middle school were a race, Joseph Friedman wouldn’t even be in last place—he’d be on the sidelines. With an overactive mind and phobias of everything from hard-boiled eggs to gargoyles,

he struggles to understand his classes, let alone his fellow classmates. So, he spends most of his time

avoiding school bully Charlie Kastner and hiding out in the Resource Room, a safe place for misfit kids like him. But then, on the first day of seventh grade, two important things happen. First, his Resource

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Room teacher encourages (i.e., practically forces) him to join the school track team, and second, he meets Heather, a crazy-fast runner who isn’t going to be pushed around by Charlie Kastner or anybody else. With a new friend and a new team, Joseph finds himself off the sidelines and in the race (quite literally) for the first time. Is he a good runner? Well, no, he’s terrible. But the funny thing about running is, once you’re in the race, anything can happen.

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Diana Harmon Asher is the mother of three sons and a volunteer at the Children’s Village and Blythdale Children’s Hospital, both in Westchester, New York. This is her debut novel.

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THE UNINTENTIONAL ADVENTURES OF THE BLAND SISTERS BOOK 2

The Uncanny Express ● ● BY K A R A L A R E AU ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY J E N H I L L

All aboard for another unintentional adventure with the two blandest sisters of all time—now in paperback

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Roald Dahl meets Lemony Snicket: Readers will delight in this whimsical reboot of an Agatha Christie–style mystery ●● Hilariously eccentric cast of characters: Where book one featured lady pirates, book two is complete with a magician, an Inspector Clouseau–style detective, an heiress, and a rogue marshmallow-fluff truck

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aundice and Kale are back from their adventure on the high seas, and they are settling into a quiet life in Dullsville, just the way they like it. The tea is tepid, the oatmeal is tasteless, and the

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socks are ready for darning . . . until Aunt Shallot shows up and reveals herself to be anything but the

dull relation they were expecting. Instead, she tells her nieces she is Magique, Queen of Magic, and she’s on her way to a big show and in need of two willing assistants. As Magique and the Bland sis-

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ters board the Uncanny Express, they meet a cast of mystifying characters. And when Magique goes missing, it’s up to Jaundice and Kale to rescue the magician—with the help of famous detective Hugo Fromage. An inventive story in the tradition of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, The Unintentional Adventures of the Bland Sisters: The Uncanny Express has all the whimsy and humor that readers who are looking for an anything-but-bland adventure will love. Kara LaReau was an editor at Candlewick until she became a full-time writer. She has published many acclaimed picture books for children, including Ugly Fish, Rabbit & Squirrel, Otto: The Boy Who Loved Cars, and the Geisel Award–winning chapter-book series the Infamous Ratsos. She lives in Providence, Rhode Island.

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In the Deep Blue Sea ● ● BY B I L L N Y E A N D G R E G O RY M O N E ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY N I C K I LU Z A DA

Bill Nye continues the thrilling and scientific adventures of the Jack and the Geniuses series

●● Author platform: Bill Nye is a television personality with an outstanding social media following of more than 5.6 million followers on Twitter and more than 4.8 million likes on Facebook ●● Recognizable name and platform: Nye appeals to younger and older audiences ●● Bill Nye returns to TV: Bill Nye Saves the World, a brand-new Netflix talk show launched in December 2017, bringing Nye back to television ●● Science is fun: Nye and Mone weave real-world science into the story, making it fun and accessible for young readers

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n the second installment of Bill Nye’s Jack and the Geniuses series, Jack, his brilliant siblings, and Dr. Hank Witherspoon go on an adventure to the remote Hawaiian island home of Ashley Hawking, a

technology billionaire. Hawking and engineer Rosa Morris have built a revolutionary electricity plant that harvests energy from the deep ocean, but someone has been sabotaging the project. In their search for the culprit, Jack and crew venture 2,000 feet below the surface in a homemade submarine,

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attend the world’s strangest birthday party, and find themselves lost at sea. This fast-paced mystery forces Jack and his siblings to use all their brainpower and cunning to survive and find out who’s behind the sabotage. Like volume one, it includes detailed explanations of the real science and inventions found in the story, as well as an experiment that kids can do at home or in the classroom. Bill Nye is a science educator, mechanical engineer, television host, and

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New York Times bestselling author best known for his Emmy award- winning children’s show, Bill Nye the Science Guy, and his new Netflix series, Bill Nye Saves the World. He currently splits his time between New York City and Los Angeles. Gregory Mone is a novelist and science journalist who has written several books for children. He lives on Martha’s Vineyard, in Massachusetts.

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FRANK EINSTEIN #5

Frank Einstein and the Bio-Action Gizmo ● ● BY J O N S C I E S Z K A ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY B R I A N B I G G S

Explore the wonders of planet Earth in the fifth book in the New York Times bestselling Frank Einstein series

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S E LLING POINTS ●● Bestselling, award-winning series: The Frank Einstein series debuted on the New York Times bestseller list and continues to earn accolades ●● Renowned author: Scieszka,

PRAISE FOR the Frank Einstein books

who was the first National Ambassador for Children’s

“I never thought science

Literature, brings a unique and

could be funny . . . until

humorous sensibility to this series

I read Frank Einstein. It

●● Common Core and STEM:

will have kids laughing.”

A former teacher, Scieszka

—Jeff Kinney, author of

integrates real science into the

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

story, making the books a perfect

“Huge laughs and great

addition to classroom STEM

science—the kind of smart, funny stuff that makes Jon

curricula ●● Popular genres: Combining

Scieszka a legend.” —Mac

adventure and humor, Frank

Barnett, coauthor of Battle

Einstein taps into two of the most

Bunny and The Terrible Two

popular genres for boys

★ “In the final analysis, this buoyant, tongue-incheek celebration of the

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impulse to ‘keep asking

Two-color illustrations throughout

questions and finding your

192 pages

own answers’ fires on all

WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm

cylinders.” —Booklist

HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm

“With humor, straightforward writing, tons of illustrations, and a touch of action at the end, this book is accessible and easy to read, making it an appealing choice for reluctant readers.”

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—School Library Journal

ISBN 978-1-68335-062-0 n the fifth book of the New York Times bestselling Frank Einstein series, Frank Einstein (kid genius, scientist, and inventor) and his best friend, Watson, pair up with Klink (a self-assembled artificial-

intelligence entity) and Klank (a mostly self-assembled and artificial-almost-intelligence entity) to

compete with T. Edison, their classmate and archrival. This time they’re studying the science and mysteries of our very own home planet: Earth!

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Jon Scieszka’s books include The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales and Battle Bunny. He is the founder of Guys Read and the first National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. He lives in Brooklyn. Visit the author at www.frankeinsteinbooks.com. Brian Biggs’s picture books include Everything Goes and the Tinyville Town series from Abrams Appleseed. He lives in Philadelphia. Visit the illustrator at www.mrbiggs.com.

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Big Foot and Little Foot

BOOK #1

● ● BY E L L E N P OT T E R ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY F E L I C I TA S A L A

The first installment in the chapter-book series about the friendship between a Sasquatch and a boy—now in paperback

S E LLING POINTS ●● Chapter-book master: Ellen Potter is a veteran author of many beloved chapter books for children, including the Olivia Kidney series, and her voice is spot-on for the chapter-book reader ●● Tons of heart: Kids will find the sweet Sasquatch-human friendship at the core of this series relatable, and parents will find the gentle rejection of comfort zones appealing ●● Boy appeal: With humor, heart, and a sense of adventure, this book has a lot to offer boys without gross-out pandering

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ugo is a young Sasquatch who longs for adventure. Boone is a young boy who longs to see a Sasquatch. When their worlds collide, they become the unlikeliest pair of best friends. At the

Academy for Curious Squidges, Hugo learns all manner of Sneaking—after all, the most important part of being a Sasquatch is staying hidden from humans. But Hugo dreams of roaming free in the Big

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Wide World rather than staying cooped up in caves. When he has an unexpected run-in with a young human boy, Hugo seizes the opportunity for a grand adventure. Soon, the two team up to search high and low for mythical beasts, like Ogopogos and Snoot-Nosed Gints. Through discovering these new creatures together, Big Foot and Little Foot explore the ins and outs of each other’s very different worlds and learn that, deep down, maybe they’re not so different after all.

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Ellen Potter is the award-winning author of many books for children, including the Olivia Kidney series, Slob, The Kneebone Boy, and most recently, the Piper Green series. She lives in Maine. Felicita Sala is a selftaught illustrator and lives in Rome.

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The Terrible Two Go Wild

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● ● BY M AC B A R N E T T A N D J O RY J O H N ● I L LU S T R AT E D BY K E V I N CO R N E L L

The third installment in the bestselling Terrible Two series—now in paperback

S E LLING POINTS ●● Powerhouse author: Mac Barnett is a bestselling author whose Extra Yarn and Sam and Dave Dig a Hole both won Caldecott Honors

PRAISE FOR

●● Smashing series success: The

The Terrible Two series

Terrible Two and The Terrible

“Fast, fun reading

Two Get Worse spent a collective

for fans of Clueless

16 weeks on the New York Times

McGee and the Wimpy Kid.” —Kirkus Reviews

bestseller list ●● Illustrated throughout: This

“Barnett and John are in

funny, illustrated series will

perfect comic harmony.”

appeal to Diary of a Wimpy Kid

—Publishers Weekly

and Origami Yoda readers

“A fast paced, laugh-outloud novel sure to appeal

●● Bonus chapter: Includes a sneak peek of the sequel

to those who appreciate a good prank and have a sense of justice . . . .” —School Library Journal “With plenty of humor,

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quirky characters,

Black-and-white illustrations

interspersed drolly

throughout

related cow factoids, and

240 pages

fantastical, over-the-top

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pranking, this entertaining,

HEIGHT: 8" • 203mm

enjoyable read will

Paperback

especially appeal to Wimpy

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Kid aficionados.” —Booklist

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veryone’s favorite pranksters are at it again! School’s out, and Miles and Niles are running wild

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in the woods outside town: climbing trees, exploring caves, and, yes, pranking. But these leafy,

lazy days of mischief darken when bully Josh Barkin and his cadets from a nearby kids’ boot camp

discover the merrymakers—and vow to destroy them. Are our heroes’ sharp minds any match for

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these hooligans’ hard fists? The third installment of the witty, on-target illustrated series is another “fast paced, laugh-out-loud novel” (School Library Journal on The Terrible Two) that proves once again that, in the hands of the powerless, pranks can be tools of justice—plus, they’re funny. Mac Barnett’s bestselling children’s books include the 2013 Caldecott Honor Book Extra Yarn. He lives in Berkeley, California. Jory John writes picture books and coauthored the bestselling All My Friends Are Dead. He lives in Portland, Oregon. Kevin Cornell is the illustrator of many children’s books. He lives in Philadelphia.

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The Terrible Two Get Worse ISBN 978-1-4197-2738-2 ISBN 978-1-4197-2738-2 US $7.99 CAN $9.99 UK £6.99 50799 9 781419 727382

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The Graces ● ● BY L AU R E E V E

A secretive loner discovers hidden powers when she’s adopted by a trio of glamorous witches—now in paperback

S E LLING POINTS ●● Fantastic reviews: The Graces received a rave review from the New York Times and a starred review from Kirkus Reviews ●● Gorgeous package: The cover has received unanimous praise

PRAISE FOR The Graces

from bloggers, who consider it

★ “The ending will make

stunning

readers want to read

●● Promotable author: Laure Eve

the entire novel again,

has been traveling the world to

immediately, to admire

promote the series, using the

the clues they missed

hashtag #LaureOnTour

before.” —Kirkus Reviews

“The Graces demands

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“Mysterious, beautiful, and unnerving, The Graces, like its titular family, will keep you enthralled from beginning to end.” —Samantha Shannon, New York Times bestselling author of The Bone Season “Powerful, deadly, chilling, and compelling. It’s a masterpiece.” —Melinda Salisbury, author of The Sin Eater’s Daughter

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veryone loves the Graces. Fenrin, Thalia, and Summer Grace are attractive, rich, and glamorous, and they’ve cast a spell over their high school—and their entire town. They’re also rumored to

have powerful connections all over the world. If you’re not in love with one of them, you want to be

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one of them. This is especially true for River: the new girl at school. River’s different from the rest of the horde that both revere and fear the Grace family. She’s dark, aloof, and just maybe . . . magical. And she wants to be a Grace more than anything. But what the Graces don’t know is that River’s p resence in their town is no accident. The first rule of witchcraft is that if you want something bad enough, you can get it . . . no matter who has to pay.

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Laure Eve was born in Paris and currently lives in London, where she works in book publishing. She is also the author of The Curses—the forthcoming sequel to The Graces. Find out more on Twitter, @LaureEve, and on her website, laureeve.co.uk.

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A Face Like Glass

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● ● BY F R A N C E S H A R D I N G E

Master of fantasy Frances Hardinge introduces an underground city with a sinister past, a collection of wealthy families vying for power, and an out-of-place girl yearning to escape into the sunlight

S E LLING POINTS ●● Beloved author: Frances Hardinge’s The Lie Tree won the 2015 Costa Book of the Year award, clinching this prestigious literary prize for a young adult book for the first time in more than a decade. ●● Crossover appeal: With dry humor reminiscent of Douglas Adams and a highly sophisticated, honest exploration of authentic emotion and self-expression, A Face Like Glass will appeal to

●● Critically acclaimed: A Face Like Glass launched in hardcover to six starred reviews

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n the underground city of Caverna, the world’s most skilled craftsmen toil in the darkness to create delicacies beyond compare—wines that remove memories, cheeses that make you hallucinate, and

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perfumes that convince you to trust the wearer, even as she slits your throat. On the surface, the people of Caverna seem ordinary, except for one thing: Their faces are as blank as untouched snow.

Expressions must be learned, and only the famous Facesmiths can teach a person to express (or fake)

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joy, despair, or fear—at a steep price. Into this dark and distrustful world comes Neverfell, a girl with no memory of her past and a face so terrifying to those around her that she must wear a mask at all times. Neverfell’s expressions are as varied and dynamic as those of the most skilled Facesmiths, except hers are entirely genuine. And that makes her very dangerous indeed. Frances Hardinge is the winner of the 2015 Costa Book of the Year for The Lie Tree, one of just two young adult novels to win this major UK literary prize. She is the author of several books for young people, including Cuckoo Song, Fly by Night, Fly Trap, and Verdigris Deep. She lives in England.

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Gullstruck Island ● ● BY F R A N C E S H A R D I N G E

S E LLING POINTS ●● Bold new branding: Originally

Frances Hardinge’s fantastical tale of sisterhood, intrigue, and revenge, stunningly repackaged and relaunched

published in the US by HarperCollins in 2009 (as The Lost Conspiracy), we are repackaging to match our other Hardinge titles so fans can build a collection of these striking Amulet editions ●● Critically acclaimed author: Frances Hardinge’s The Lie Tree won the 2015 Costa Book of the Year award, clinching this prestigious literary award for a young adult book for the first

time in more than a decade ●● Crossover appeal: With highly sophisticated writing called

“exquisite” by the Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books and

“absolutely unforgettable” by Kirkus, Hardinge’s books appeal

to both teen readers and adults

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512 pages WIDTH: 5½" • 140mm HEIGHT: 8¼" • 210mm

Paperback and hardcover with jacket

PUB MONTH: OCTOBER AGES 12 AND UP

YOUNG ADULT FICTION

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n Gullstruck Island, legend has it that the mountain ranges and volcanoes are in charge.

Anger them, and you’ll pay the price. Keep them happy, and you’ll enjoy their protection.

These stories of the land’s command come in handy for quiet, near-invisible Hathin when she must run for her life. Hathin’s sister, Arilou, is believed to be a Lost. The Lost are held nearly sacred by those on Gullstruck, for they can send their senses away from their bodies. If Lost, Arilou can read a message across the island. If Lost, Arilou can hear whispers in the corners of private rooms. If Lost, Arilou can smell bread baking in the governor’s mansion. All from her beachside hut. But the question remains: Is Arilou really a Lost? When all the Lost drop dead—except Arilou—she and Hathin are swept into a grand conspiracy that leads them to the most sinister depths—and heights—of the island.

ISBN 978-1-68335-396-6 Frances Hardinge is the winner of the 2015 Costa Book of the Year for The Lie Tree, one of just two young adult novels to win this major UK literary prize. She is the author of several books for young people, including Cuckoo Song, Fly by Night, and A Face Like Glass. She lives in England.

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Front cover from Make Ink ● Back cover from A Hug Is for Holding Me ● Inside covers from Start with a Dot

ADULT & CHILDREN’S BOOKS GIFT & STATIONERY DISTRIBUTED PUBLISHERS

FALL 2018

ISBN 978-1-4197-3063-4

ABRAMS The Art of Books Fall 2018

ADULT & CHILDREN’S BOOKS GIFT & STATIONERY