They’re Right Around the Corner— The Holidays and Your Local Independent Bookstore
books 2010
for Holiday Gift Giving
HAPPY HOLIDAYS Dear Booklover — As you peruse these pages for wonderful gift ideas and begin your holiday shopping we’d like to offer some food for thought...
Five Reasons to Support Locally-Owned Businesses Community Well-Being
As a percentage of revenue, locally-owned businesses make significantly larger charitable contributions to local causes than do national chain stores and formula restaurants.
Competition
A marketplace of small businesses is the best way to ensure retail innovation and stable low prices in the long run. It is a myth that well run local businesses cannot be price competitive with the major chains.
Product Diversity
Local businesses select products and services based on what their customers want and need, not on an arbitrary national sales plan.
Local Decision-Making
Local ownership ensures that important business decisions are made by people who live in the community and who will feel the impact of those decisions along with their neighbors.
Support for the Local Economy
A recent New England study revealed that $45 of every $100 spent at a locally-owned business stayed in the local economy. Only $14 of that same $100 spent at a chain store stayed in the community. When you keep these basic ideas in mind while doing your holiday shopping, you will not only be giving wonderful gifts to your friends and family but will be giving an invaluable gift to your community by supporting locally-owned and operated businesses such as ours. We hope to see you soon…our shelves are well stocked with special books for everyone on your list and our friendly, experienced booksellers are at your service.
COOKING Bon Appétit Desserts Barbara Fairchild The dazzling Bon Appétit Desserts cookbook is a comprehensive guide to all things sweet and wonderful, designed to inspire both experienced home cooks and those just starting out in the kitchen. [Andrews McMeel] 9780740793523 $40
The Kosher Baker Paula Shoyer An indispensable kitchen companion to more than 160 dairy-free desserts, expanding every baker’s repertoire with simple, clear instructions in a friendly yet authoritative voice. [Brandeis University Press] 9781584658351 $35
The Essential New York Times Cookbook Amanda Hesser Amanda Hesser, the well-known New York Times food columnist, brings her signature voice and expertise to this compendium of influential and delicious recipes from chefs, home cooks and food writers. [W.W. Norton] 9780393061031 $40
The Wild Table Connie Green and Sarah Scott A captivating cookbook that takes us into the woods and shows how to prepare more than 100 sumptuous recipes from foraged ingredients. [Viking Studio] 9780670022267 $40 2
COOKING Avec Eric Eric Ripert Avec Eric follows star chef Eric Ripert as he explores the culinary traditions of various countries and creates dishes that celebrate the bounty of each one. [John Wiley & Sons] 9780470889350 $34.95
Keys to Good Cooking Harold McGee The answers to many kitchen conundrums in one easy-to-use volume, from the author of the acclaimed culinary bible, On Food and Cooking. [Penguin Press] 9781594202681 $35
The Simple Art of EatingWell Jessie Price and the Editors of EatingWell This cookbook features 300 quick and easy recipes, plus step-by-step technique guides, quick-cooking tips for seasonal fruits and vegetables, suggestions on keeping the pantry well-stocked and full-color photos. [Countryman Press] 9780881509359 $35
Cookie Swap! Lauren Chattman Cookie swap parties are the latest DIY entertaining trend. Here are more than 60 recipes, plus all the basics of planning a cookie swap party—themes, invitations, schedule, decorating tips and more. [Workman] 9780761156772 pb $14.95
Fannie’s Last Supper Chris Kimball A culinary labor of love that goes back in time to recreate a 12-course Christmas dinner from Fannie Farmer’s famous 1896 cookbook, with 40 updated and rewritten recipes. [Hyperion] 9781401323226 $25.99
BOOKS make great gifts Harvest to Heat Darryl Estrine and Kelly Kochendorfer Celebrating the unique collaboration between chefs and food artisans, including New England-area chefs Tony Maws, Eric Warnstedt, Rob Evans, Barbara Lynch, Jody Adams and the local farmers who supply them each day. [Taunton Press] 9781600852541 $40
Teen Cuisine Matthew Locricchio Teen Cuisine features more than 50 mouthwatering recipes, 60 dazzling photographs and an emphasis on fresh, nutritious ingredients. [Marshall Cavendish Children’s Books] 9780761457152 $22.95
A World of Cake Krystina Castella Take a sinfully sweet, mouthwatering and eye-opening tour of the world’s favorite dessert. A World of Cake celebrates cakemaking traditions around the globe while also providing 150 recipes. A must-have book for the baker on your holiday list. [Storey] 9781603425766 pb $24.95
As Always, Julia Joan Reardon The riveting correspondence between Julia Child and Avis DeVoto, Julia’s “pen pal” and literary mentor, traces their friendship and the turbulent process of the creation of Mastering the Art of French Cooking. [Houghton Mifflin Harcourt] 9780547417714 $26 3
FICTION For Love of Country William C. Hammond Set in the early 1780s, For Love of Country is the second novel of the early American republic in the nautical series from William Hammond. [Naval Institute Press] 9781591143734 $29.95
Cross Fire James Patterson The Mastermind is back, and he’s about to destroy everything— and everyone—Alex Cross loves. Cross Fire is James Patterson’s most exciting Alex Cross novel yet. [Little, Brown] 9780316036177 $27.99
Fall of Giants Ken Follett The #1 New York Times best-selling author returns with a magnificent historical epic following five families as they experience the extraordinary events of the 20th century. [Dutton] 9780525951650 $36
Edible Stories Mark Kurlansky The national best-selling author of Cod and Salt presents a collection of new, interconnected stories about the food we share, love and fight over. [Riverhead] 9781594484889 pb $16
The Fort Bernard Cornwell With the story of the Penobscot Expedition, ultimately the largest American naval expedition of the Revolutionary War, Cornwell gives an extraordinary account of this historic clash between a superpower and a nation in the making. [Harper] 9780061969638 $25.99
Crazy William Peter Blatty Blatty returns to his humorous roots with a funny, mysterious and moving tale about the important choices a man must make in his life. [Forge] 9780765326492 $22.99
Hector and the Search for Happiness François Lelord As Hector travels from Paris to China to Africa to the United States, he keeps a list of observations about the people he meets, hoping to find the secret to happiness. [Penguin] 9780143118398 pb $14
Hell’s Corner David Baldacci Hell’s Corner, the latest in David Baldacci’s Camel Club series, is an exhilarating political thriller not to be missed! [Grand Central] 9780446195522 $27.99
The Map of True Places Brunonia Barry From the author of The Lace Reader comes an emotionally resonant novel of tragedy, secrets, identity and love in which a psychotherapist finds echoes of her own life in the death of a troubled patient. [William Morrow] 9780061624780 $25.99
Moonlight Mile Dennis Lehane A brilliant sequel to Gone, Baby, Gone heralds the long-awaited return of beloved private investigators Patrick Kenzie and Angela Gennaro, as well as the missing girl they saved more than 10 years ago. [William Morrow] 9780061836923 $26.99 4
FICTION An Object of Beauty Steve Martin Written by legendary entertainer and New York Times best-selling author Steve Martin, An Object of Beauty is a riveting new novel about a young woman on the rise in New York’s art world. [Grand Central] 9780446573641 $26.99
Russian Winter Daphne Kalotay A famed ballerina’s jewelry auction in Boston will reveal long-held secrets—of love and family, friendship and rivalry—harkening back to Stalinist Russia. [Harper] 9780061962165 $25.99
The Reversal Michael Connelly Connelly delivers a hard-hitting legal thriller in the tradition of his award-winning novel The Brass Verdict. Together again, Harry Bosch and Mickey Haller set off on a case fraught with political and personal danger. [Little, Brown] 9780316069489 $ 27.99
Rescue Anita Shreve A single phone call forever changes the life of a father and his teenage daughter in the latest novel from perennial bestseller Anita Shreve. [Little, Brown] 9780316020725 $26.99
Pride and Prejudice Patricia Meyer Spacks, Editor “Reading Austen’s masterpiece with Spacks’ commentaries at hand is like reading it with a better, wiser friend: someone who is able to anticipate our questions and reactions and someone who also knows Austen and her people intimately.”—Deidre Lynch, University of Toronto [Belknap] 9780674049161 $35
Safe Haven Nicholas Sparks Nicholas Sparks, the #1 New York Times best-selling author, tells the story of a romance lost and rediscovered. [Grand Central] 9780446547598 $25.99
A Secret Kept Tatiana de Rosnay Tatiana de Rosnay, best-selling author of Sarah’s Key, delivers another stunning tale about family and secrets that is already an international bestseller. [St. Martin’s Press] 9780312593315 $24.99
Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk David Sedaris Featuring Sedaris’ unique blend of hilarity and heart, this new illustrated collection of animalthemed tales is an utter delight. [Little, Brown] 9780316038393 $21.99
Swan Mary Oliver Swan, a breathtaking new collection of poetry and prose poems from one of America’s leading poets, is Mary Oliver’s 20th volume. [Beacon Press] 9780807068991 $23
Wolf Hall Hilary Mantel The winner of the 2009 Man Booker Prize and major bestseller is now a Picador paperback! “Dazzling…both spellbinding and believable.”—The New York Times Book Review [Picador] 9780312429980 pb $16
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PEOPLE Choosing to SEE Mary Beth Chapman with Ellen Vaughn Mary Beth unveils her struggle to allow God to write the story of her life, both the happy chapters and the tragic ones. No matter where you find yourself in your own life story, you will treasure the way she shows that even during hard times, there is hope if you choose to SEE. [Revell] 9780800719913 $21.99
Autobiography of Mark Twain Harriet E. Smith, Editor Twain wrote his life story with instructions that it remain unpublished for 100 years, so when it came out, he would be “dead, and unaware” and free to speak his mind. For the first time, UC Press offers Twain’s uncensored autobiography in its entirety. [University of California Press] 9780520267190 $34.95
Life Keith Richards With the Rolling Stones, Keith Richards created the songs that roused the world, and he lived the original rock-and-roll life. Now, the man himself tells the story of a life we have all longed to know more about. [Little, Brown] 9780316034388 $29.99
Growing Up Laughing Marlo Thomas The best-selling author and beloved actress shares heartwarming stories of a life filled with laughter and interviews America’s best-known comedians on the humor in their lives. [Hyperion] 9781401323912 $26.99
Hero Michael Korda Michael Korda delivers a definitive new biography of the legendary British scholar, adventurer, soldier and hero who became a myth in his lifetime—T. E. Lawrence, “Lawrence of Arabia.” [Harper] 9780061712616 $34.99
How to Live Sarah Bakewell A British bestseller, this lively biography of Montaigne and spirited guide to living the examined life as he did is the perfect gift for any intelligent skeptic. [Other Press] 9781590514252 $25
NEW 2010 BookENGLAND Award Winners
The New England Book Awards were established in 1990 by the New England Independent Booksellers Association, the largest regional bookselling orginization in the United States. The purpose of the Awards is to promote bookseller’s favorite books that are either about New England, set in New England or by an author residing in New England. www.newenglandbooks.org
CHILDREN’S BOOKS City Dog, Country Frog Mo Willems [Hyperion] 9781423103004 $17.99
FICTION Father of the Rain Lily King [Atlantic Monthly Press] 9780802119490 $24 6
NONFICTION Let’s Take the Long Way Home Gail Caldwell [Random House] 9781400067381 $23
NONFICTION Atlas of Remote Islands Judith Schalansky Atlas of Remote Islands captures 50 remote islands that are far away in every sense—from the mainland, from people, from airports and from holiday brochures. [Penguin] 9780143118206 $28
Oogy Larry Levin Heartwarming and redemptive, Oogy is the story of the people who were determined to rescue this dog against all odds, and of the family who took him home and made him one of their own. [Grand Central] 9780446546317 $19.99
Drives of a Lifetime National Geographic Get behind the wheel for 500 of the world’s best car trips. Dazzlingly illustrated yet practical, this guide calls us to the open road and the magnificent sights along the way. [National Geographic] 9781426206771 $40
GoD and DoG Wendy Francisco Based on the popular Internet video, GoD and DoG simply and sweetly delivers a message of the unwavering devotion dogs have for their owners and how it’s a reflection of God’s essence. [Center Street] 9781599953793 $10.99 Historical Atlas of the North American Railroad Derek Hayes A history of the North American railroad from its origins and short lines connecting Eastern Seaboard rivers in the 1830s. Nearly 400 old maps, plus many photos, brochures and posters, combine to provide a new perspective on the North American railroad. [University of California Press] 9780520266162 $39.95
The Grand Design Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow The first major work in nearly a decade by one of the world’s great thinkers—a marvelously concise book with new answers to the ultimate questions of life. [Bantam] 9780553805376 $28
Natural History DK A landmark in reference publishing overseen and authenticated by the Smithsonian Institution, Natural History presents an unrivaled visual survey of Earth’s natural history, looking at every kingdom of life from bacteria to plants and animals. [DK Publishing] 9780756667528 $50
Moral Ground Kathleen Dean Moore and Michael P. Nelson, Editors Bringing together more than 80 visionaries, Moral Ground presents a call to honor our moral responsibility to the planet and future generations. [Trinity University Press] 9781595340665 $24.95
The Complete Human Body Dr. Alice Roberts, Editor The definitive guide to the development, form, function and disorders of the human body, illustrated with unprecedented clarity by new computergenerated artwork and the latest medical and microscopic imaging. Includes an interactive DVD and website! [DK Publishing] 9780756667337 $50
The Travel Book Lonely Planet The international bestseller is back! With 850 new images and completely updated text, The Travel Book makes a perfect gift this holiday season. [Lonely Planet] 9781741792119 $50
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NONFICTION America Kevin Baker This full-color, deluxe history is lively, elegant and authoritative—for serious reading or casual skimming, with more than 200 historic photographs and works of art. [A&E] 9781422983430 pb $29.95
The 12 Chinese Animals Master Zhongxian Wu Master Zhongxian Wu explains how to find your power animal symbols and how to learn from their wisdom to achieve inner peace and harmony. [Singing Dragon] 9781848190313 pb $18.95
Atlantic Simon Winchester Blending history and anecdote, geography and reminiscence, science and exposition, Winchester tells the breathtaking saga of the magnificent Atlantic Ocean, setting it against the backdrop of mankind’s intellectual evolution. [Harper] 9780061702587 $27.99
Cleopatra Stacy Schiff The long-awaited biography of one of the world’s most fascinating women, Cleopatra, the last queen of Egypt, from Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Stacy Schiff. [Little, Brown] 9780316001922 $29.99
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Presents Earth Jon Stewart Stewart and his team answer all of life’s most hard-hitting questions, completely unburdened by objectivity, journalistic integrity or even accuracy. [Grand Central] 9780446579223 $27.99
Finishing the Hat Stephen Sondheim Chronicling the years 1954-1981, this rich history of composer Stephen Sondheim’s life in musical theater includes behindthe-scenes photographs and Sondheim’s lyrics and notes. [Knopf] 9780679439073 $39.95
My Thoughts Be Bloody Nora Titone Historian Nora Titone exposes the fascinating, never-been-told true motives behind Lincoln’s assassination and describes the Booth family’s sensational lives filled with fame and sibling rivalry. Includes a foreword by Doris Kearns Goodwin. [Free Press] 9781416586050 $30
Mad Men Dyna Moe An officially licensed, fully illustrated salute to the hit show “Mad Men,” as well as the era of the ’60s—including cocktail menus, boardroom shenanigans, fabulous paper dolls and more. [Perigee] 9780399536571 pb $15
True Prep Lisa Birnbach with Chip Kidd From Ralph Lauren to cell phone etiquette, True Prep brings everyone up to speed with new preppy rules for fashion, logos, travel, where to school, where to summer and everything in between. From Lisa Birnbach, author of The Official Preppy Handbook. [Knopf] 9780307593986 $19.95
Project Azorian Norman Polmar and Michael White The secret story of the CIA’s use of the Hughes Glomar Explorer to salvage the Soviet submarine K-129 from the bottom of the Pacific is finally revealed. [Naval Institute Press] 9781591146902 $29.95 8
NONFICTION Keep the Change Steve Dublanica Dublanica dives into the unexplored world of tipping by examining where it originated and why it spread, as well as by asking how differences in age, gender and nationality affect how much we tip. [Ecco] 9780061787287 $24.99
Where Good Ideas Come From Steven Johnson One of our most innovative, popular thinkers takes on—in exhilarating style—a key question: Where do good ideas come from? [Riverhead] 9781594487712 $26.95
Have a New You by Friday Dr. Kevin Leman What the best-selling Have a New Kid by Friday has done for families and Have a New Husband by Friday has done for couples, Have a New You by Friday will now do for you. With wit and common sense psychology, Dr. Kevin Leman walks you through your own personal five-day action plan. [Revell] 9780800719333 $17.99
The Cigar Lover’s Compendium Lawrence Dorfman A fun, irreverent little reference guide for any wouldbe connoisseur. With it in hand, you will learn to buy, store, light and enjoy your smokes to the fullest. [Lyons Press] 9781599219370 pb $14.95
Beginner’s Grace Kate Braestrup Kate Braestrup, best-selling author of Here If You Need Me, offers a simple, non-denominational, modern guide to prayer. Braestrup offers breathing space in our busy lives to find places to be grateful, to appreciate, to reach out, to be compassionate, to be graceful. [Free Press] 9781439184264 $25
Judge Sentences Dermot Meagher Real life is stranger than fiction in this collection of wise and humorous true tales from a Boston court judge that rival an episode of “The Practice” or “Boston Legal.” [Northeastern University Press] 9781555537159 $26
Simple Times Amy Sedaris According to Amy Sedaris, it’s often been said that ugly people craft and attractive people have sex. In this new book, she sets the record straight and forever changes the world of crafting. [Grand Central] 9780446557030 $27.99
What Good is God? Philip Yancey Philip Yancey has always struggled with the most basic questions of the Christian faith. In this book, he travels the globe in search of an answer to a query posed the world over. [FaithWords] 9780446559850 $23.99
Wicked Good Year Steve Buckley “A thorough and entertaining look at the 2007 season, a once-in-ageneration sports season in New England.” —Michael Holley, New York Times best-selling author of Patriot Reign [It Books] 9780061787393 pb $14.99
At Home Bill Bryson The author of A Walk in the Woods reveals the centuries of history that dwell in every nook and cranny of your home. [Doubleday] 9780767919388 $28.95
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ARTS Architect Ruth Peltason and Grace Ong-Yan, Editors Thirty-three of the world’s most accomplished architects— Gehry, Pei, Meier, Nouvel, Piano and 28 more—express their views on creativity, inspiration and legacy in this visually stunning collection. [Black Dog & Leventhal] 9781579128470 $40
Decade Eamonn McCabe, Editor and Terence McNamee Decade provides extraordinary insight into our recent history— dramatic and educational. Five hundred beautiful and often startling images depict the people and events that have shaped our world since 2000. [Phaidon] 9780714857688 $39.95
Fab Howard Sounes Fab is the definitive portrait of Paul McCartney, a man of contradictions and a consummate musician far more ruthless, ambitious and moody than his relaxed public image implies. [Da Capo Press] 9780306817830 $29.95
My Passion for Design Barbra Streisand In her first book, Barbra Streisand takes us on an intimate and lavishly illustrated personal tour of her homes and collections. [Viking] 9780670022137 $60
Nursing, The Finest Art M. Patricia Donahue, Phd, RN, FAAN The perfect gift for any nurse, celebrating their caring profession. Fascinating and vibrantly illustrated with fine art images, this is a journey of nursing through the ages! [Mosby] 9780323053051 $59.95
Hands at Work Iris Graville Through vivid stories and blackand-white photographs, Hands at Work portrays people passionate about laboring with their hands. This rich tapestry kindles readers’ inspiration and insights. [Heron Moon Press] 9780615220185 $34
Schooner Tom Dunlop and Alison Shaw An adventure story about building the largest wooden boat on Martha’s Vineyard since the election of President Lincoln. Full of remarkable photographs, WoodenBoat magazine says Schooner “delights the eye while informing the mind.” [Vineyard Stories] 9780615342672 $44.95
Still Life in Photography Paul Martineau The genre of still life is considered from a wide range of visual perspectives as it spans the history of photography from the early 19th century to the present. [Getty Publications] 9781606060339 $24.95
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CHILDREN’S The 3 Little Dassies Jan Brett In this African retelling of the three little pigs, Mimbi, Pimbi and Timbi try to build new homes that will be safe from eagles. Only one little Dassie can outsmart the eagle and give him a fine comeuppance! [G.P. Putnam’s Sons] 9780399254994 $17.99
Beautiful Oops! Barney Saltzberg “Everyone who has ever said the word ‘oops’ will be smiling when they see this masterpiece. Funny and fun…the best gift to give anyone, any age, anywhere, any time.” –Jamie Lee Curtis [Workman] 9780761157281 $11.95
Amazing Cows! Sandra Boynton A picture book, a story book, a game book, all in one! A work of pure obsession, Amazing Cows! celebrates cows and offbeat cowness with a miscellany of cow stories, cow poems, cow jokes, cow songs, cow comics and more! [Workman] 9780761162148 $11.95
Bad Kitty vs. Uncle Murray Nick Bruel Get ready for another round of hilarious Bad Kitty cat-titude! Bad Kitty’s owners are on vacation, but she’s stuck at home—driving Uncle Murray crazy with shenanigans of epic proportions. [Roaring Brook Press] 9781596435964 $13.99
Christmas in the Time of Billy Lee Jerdine Nolen In this magic-filled tale, Ellie restores joy to her town by believing in miracles. Designed for families to read together on Christmas Eve, this story captures the wonder of the holiday. [Jump at the Sun] 9780786818716 $16.99
Art & Max David Wiesner From three-time Caldecott medalist David Wiesner, a mixed-media picture book about friendship and art. [Clarion Books] 9780618756636 $17.99
The Bike Ride Nelson Goose What happens when progress changes the “favorite spot in all the world” of a dad and his son on their annual beach bike rides? A charming conservation tale with a twist, plus the offer of a free tree to help children understand our duties to the earth. [Vineyard Stories] 9780982714621 $21.95
The Carnival of the Animals Jack Prelutsky An inspired interpretation of Camille Saint-Saens’ famous musical suite. The lively illustrations and the fun-to-read verses bring a delightful new dimension to the music. [Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers] 9780375864582 $19.99
Children Make Terrible Pets Peter Brown New York Times best-selling author Peter Brown’s uproarious story about a bear and her “pet” boy offers a unique and laugh-out-loud twist on the perennial “first pet” theme. [Little, Brown Books for Young Readers] 9780316015486 $16.99
Christmas Kitten, Home at Last Robin Pulver In this heartwarming sequel to Christmas for a Kitten, Santa and Mrs. Claus struggle to find a home for an endearing homeless feline on Christmas Eve. [Albert Whitman & Company] 9780807511572 $16.99 11
CHILDREN’S The Miracle Jar Audrey Penn “Provides a real sense of the holiday’s significance through joyful, yet simple celebration.” — Kirkus Reviews “A satisfying holiday tale with a nostalgic feel.” — School Library Journal [Tanglewood] 9781933718262 pb $8.95
Max & Ruby’s Bedtime Book Rosemary Wells This large-format volume that bursts with Rosemary Wells’ exuberant pictures is the perfect stage for the bunny pair’s hilarious antics. [Viking Children’s Books] 9780670011414 $17.99
First Dog’s White House Christmas J. Patrick Lewis and Beth Zappitello Our favorite pooch from First Dog is back! Dog is curious how the rest of the world celebrates, so he asks his international guests to share their favorite holiday traditions. [Sleeping Bear Press] 9781585365036 $15.95
Everything but the Horse Holly Hobbie With beautiful watercolor paintings, Holly Hobbie tells a touching story about her lifelong love affair with horses. [Little, Brown Books for Young Readers] 9780316070195 $16.99
Fancy Nancy Petite Library Jane O’Connor The perfect gift, this miniature box contains four Fancy Nancy I Can Read books: Pajama Day, The Show Must Go On, The 100th Day of School and Every Day is Earth Day. [HarperFestival] 9780061915277 $14.99
It’s a Book Lane Smith Playful and lighthearted, with a subversive twist that is signature Lane Smith, It’s a Book is a celebration of the printed book for all ages. [Roaring Brook Press] 9781596436060 $12.99
Llama Llama Holiday Drama Anna Dewdney If there’s one thing Llama Llama doesn’t like, it’s waiting. He and Mama Llama rush around, shopping for presents, baking cookies, decorating the tree… but how long is it until Christmas? Will it ever come? [Viking Children’s Books] 9780670011612 $16.99
Knuffle Bunny Free Mo Willems Everyone’s favorite girl and bunny are back in the third and final book in the New York Times best-selling, two-time Caldecott Honor-winning Knuffle Bunny series. [Balzer & Bray] 9780061929571 $17.99
The Classic Treasury of Childhood Wonders Susan H. Magsamen Help children create lasting memories through songs, poems, stories, activities and more. Childhood Wonders is a unique and lasting gift for kids and new parents and grandparents. [National Geographic Children’s Books] 9781426307157 $19.95
Dinosaur vs. the Potty Bob Shea Parents and toddlers won’t be able to resist this hilarious book about what happens when Dinosaur faces . . . the potty! [Hyperion] 9781423133391 $15.99
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CHILDREN’S & YOUNG ADULT Pocketful of Posies Salley Mavor Salley Mavor offers a fresh take on classic nursery rhymes with her signature style of fabric relief illustration in this intricately crafted collection. [Houghton Mifflin Books for Children] 9780618737406 $21.99
Small, Medium & Large Jane Monroe Donovan A little girl’s Christmas wish for playmates comes true in this story from the author of the holiday classic Winter’s Gift. [Sleeping Bear Press] 9781585364473 $15.95
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Animals Catherine D. Hughes Hours of fun await animal-loving preschoolers. Filled with fluffy and scaly creatures, introduce your youngest explorers to the world of wildlife. [National Geographic Children’s Books] 9781426307041 $14.95
The Odious Ogre Norton Juster A rotten ogre terrorizes the countryside. Nothing can stop him, until he encounters a kind and friendly young lady who does her best to help him— with a surprising result. [Michael di Capua Books] 9780545162029 $17.95
SOURCE for holiday gifts
A Christmas Carol Chuck Fischer Dickens’ classic holiday tale is brought to vivid life in this new pop-up book format. The perfect gift for everyone on your list! [Little, Brown] 9780316039734 $30
Clementine, Friend of the Week Sara Pennypacker In the fourth entry in this awardwinning, best-selling series, Clementine learns the true meaning of friendship. [Hyperion] 9781423113553 $14.99
Big Nate Strikes Again Lincoln Peirce In Big Nate Strikes Again, Nate Wright is back and better than ever. This time he’s up against his ultimate nemesis, Gina, and ready to prove he’s #1. [HarperCollins Children’s] 9780061944369 $12.99
Extraordinary Nancy Werlin Phoebe finds herself drawn to Mallory, the strange new kid in school, and the two girls become as close as sisters…until Mallory’s older brother, Ryland, shows up their junior year. Soon she’ll discover the shocking truth about Ryland and Mallory. [Dial Books for Young Readers] 9780803733725 $17.99
The Exiled Queen Cinda Williams Chima You can’t always run from danger. The gripping sequel to The Demon King in the Seven Realms fantasy trilogy from best-selling author Cinda Williams Chima, this is an epic tale of uncertain friendships. [Hyperion] 9781423118244 $17.99 13
YOUNG ADULT Late for School Steve Martin Getting to schoool has never been quite this difficult—or hilarious. Steve Martin and C.F. Payne have teamed up to tell the story of the adventure, danger and laughs of one youngster’s journey to school. CD included. [Grand Central] 9780446557023 $17.99
The Memory Bank Carolyn Coman Hope Scoggins must rescue her little sister as the Worldwide Memory Bank and the Clean Slate Gang are at war. A gentler Coraline. A contemporary Dahl. A delicious Coman. [Arthur A. Levine] 9780545210669 $16.99
Matched Ally Condie Cassia has always trusted the Society to make the right choices for her. So when Xander’s face appears on-screen at her Matching ceremony, Cassia knows with certainty that he is her ideal mate…until she sees Ky Markham’s face flash for an instant before the screen fades to black. [Dutton Children’s Books] 9780525423645 $17.99
The Lost Hero Rick Riordan Return to the world of Camp Half-Blood with a new group of heroes in this new series from the creator of Percy Jackson & the Olympians. [Hyperion] 9781423113393 $18.99
National Geographic Kids The Ultimate Dinopedia “Dino Don” Lessem The perfect holiday gift for dino-enthusiasts! The most comprehensive dinosaur reference available, featuring artwork by Franco Tempesta accompanied by exciting text from “Dino Don” Lessem. [National Geographic Children’s Books] 9781426301643 $24.95
Halo Alexandra Adornetto Angels are sent down to save the world from Dark Forces. Bethany, an angel, falls for Xavier, a mortal boy. Is their love a great enough power against evil? [Feiwel & Friends] 9780312656263 $16.99
National Geographic Kids World Atlas National Geographic Society National Geographic’s most popular atlas for students in grades 3 to 6 is now available for the first time in paperback and in an ideal size for backpacks! This is a must-have reference for every family’s home library. [National Geographic Children’s Books] 9781426306877 pb $12.95
Nightshade Andrea Cremer Calla has always known her destiny: After graduating, she’ll be the mate of sexy alpha wolf Ren, and together they will rule their pack. But when she violates her masters’ laws by saving a human boy, Calla begins to question the very essence of the world she has known. [Philomel] 9780399254826 $17.99 Revolution Jennifer Donnelly Rage and grief are destroying Andi, and when she finds Alexandrine’s diary from the French Revolution, she finds much-needed comfort in the journal’s antique pages. As words transcend paper, and time becomes blurred, Andi must decide: Is hope stronger than a broken heart? [Delacorte Books for Young Readers] 9780385737630 $18.99
The Ring of Solomon Jonathan Stroud Everyone’s favorite wisecracking djinni is back! In this new installment in the best-selling series, Bartimaeus travels to Jerusalem and the court of King Solomon for his most exciting adventure yet. [Hyperion] 9781423123729 $17.99 14
YOUNG ADULT Scumble Ingrid Law Nine years after Mibs’ Savvy journey, her cousin Ledge has just turned 13. But Ledge’s savvy is a total dud. So his parents decide it’s safe to head to Wyoming, where it’s revealed that Ledge’s savvy is more powerful than anyone thought. [Dial Books for Young Readers] 9780803733077 $16.99
The Search for WondLa Tony DiTerlizzi From Tony DiTerlizzi, co-creator and illustrator of the best-selling Spiderwick Chronicles, comes the story of Eva Nine—a young girl raised in isolation by a robot—who sets out to discover the truth of her origins. [Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers] 9781416983101 $17.99
Star Wars Millennium Falcon Scholastic Explore the Millennium Falcon layer by layer, with expert notes on those “special modifications” from the master himself, Han Solo. A must-have for any Star Wars fan. [Scholastic] 9780545210386 $21.99
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a gift of a lifetime Danger! DK This terrifying tome is filled with peril, risk and suspense…and it’s all true! Find out about the most dangerous mathematical formula in history, visit a fast food restaurant with a deadly menu and check out the toxic terrors on unwashed hands. [DK Publishing] 9780756667399 $19.99
Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer John Grisham Theo dreams of being a great trial lawyer, but he finds himself in court much sooner than expected when he is suddenly dragged into the middle of a sensational murder trial. A cold-blooded killer is about to go free, and only Theo knows the truth. [Dutton Children’s Books] 9780525423843 $16.99
The Steps Across the Water Adam Gopnik In this masterful new fantasy, best-selling author Adam Gopnik joins with legendary illustrator Bruce McCall to explore powerful themes of identity and the meaning of home. [Hyperion] 9781423112136 $17.99
Bamboo People Mitali Perkins “[A] tensely plotted portrait of teens caught in the crossfire.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review [Charlesbridge] 9781580893282 $16.95
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