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Fiction
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After Alice Gregory Maguire From the best-selling author of Wicked comes a magical new twist on Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, published to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic. [Morrow] 9780060548957 $26.99
The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto Mitch Albom Best-selling author Mitch Albom creates a magical story about the bands we join in life and the power of talent to change our lives. [Harper] 9780062294418 $24.99
A Jane Austen Christmas Carlo DeVito Celebrate the romance and joy of the holiday season with a detailed look into the six Christmases Jane Austen artistically wove into her novels! [Cider Mill Press] 9781604335910 $16.95
Twain & Stanley Enter Paradise Oscar Hijuelos This final novel from Pulitzer Prize-winning author Oscar Hijuelos is inspired by the real-life friendship between Mark Twain and explorer Sir Henry Morton Stanley. [Grand Central] 9781455561490 $28
Son of the Black Sword Larry Correia The action-packed first installment in a new epic fantasy series from the New York Times best-selling author of the Monster Hunter series. [Baen] 9781476780863 $25
Depraved Heart Patricia Cornwell #1 New York Times best-selling author Patricia Cornwell delivers the newest engrossing thriller in her high-stakes series starring medical examiner Dr. Kay Scarpetta. [Morrow] 9780062325402 $28.99
Home and Away Dean Hughes In a nostalgic and tender historical novel about the power of love and the reality of war, a mother struggles to keep a semblance of a normal, happy Christmas on the home front while her son fights on the battlefields of Europe during WWII. [Shadow Mountain] 9781629720937 $16.99
God’s Kingdom Howard Frank Mosher A novel-in-stories about a small, tightly knit community in northeastern Vermont, and the Kinneson family’s dark secret. [St. Martin’s] 9781250069481 $25.99
Winter Stroll Elin Hilderbrand The Quinn family celebrates their most dramatic Christmas yet in this enchanting sequel to Elin Hilderbrand’s best-selling Winter Street. [Little, Brown] 9780316261135 $25
Shadows of Self Brandon Sanderson The world of Mistborn continues in this new novel from best-selling author Brandon Sanderson—and also in The Bands of Mourning, coming in January. [Tor] 9780765378552 $27.99
Fiction X Sue Grafton Perhaps Sue Grafton’s darkest and most chilling novel yet, featuring a remorseless serial killer who leaves no trace of his crimes. [Putnam] 9780399163845 $28.95
Did You Ever Have a Family Bill Clegg This heartrending, unforgettable debut novel is a powerful story about a circle of people who find forgiveness and hope in the least likely of places as they cope with a horrific tragedy. [Scout Press] 9781476798172 $26
The Muralist B.A. Shapiro A riveting art mystery from the author of The Art Forger merges today’s New York art scene with the dawn of the American School of Abstract Expressionism as a young woman searches for answers behind her great-aunt’s mysterious disappearance in 1940. [Algonquin] 9781616203573 $26.95
House of Thieves Charles Belfoure The author of The Paris Architect takes readers on a breathless journey from high society to the criminal underworld, during New York City’s Gilded Age. [Landmark] 9781492617891 $25.99
The Secret Chord Geraldine Brooks A rich and utterly absorbing novel about the life of King David, from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of People of the Book and March. [Viking] 9780670025770 $27.95
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City on Fire Garth Risk Hallberg An unforgettable novel about love and betrayal and forgiveness, about art and truth and rock ‘n’ roll: about what people need from each other in order to live. [Knopf] 9780385353779 $30
The Fox and the Star Coralie Bickford-Smith From the award-winning designer of the iconic clothbound Penguin Hardcover Classics series comes a beautifully illustrated fable about loss, friendship and courage. [Penguin Classics] 9780143108672 $20
Golden Age Jane Smiley The Pulitzer Prize-winning author completes her acclaimed American trilogy with a richly absorbing novel that brings the remarkable Langdon family into our present times and beyond. [Knopf] 9780307700346 $26.95
The Girl in the Spider’s Web David Lagercrantz Lisbeth Salander and Mikael Blomkvist return in the highly anticipated follow-up to Stieg Larsson’s The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest. [Knopf] 9780385354288 $27.95
A Call to Arms David Weber, Timothy Zahn & Tom Pope The second installment in the bestselling Manticore Ascendant series continues the political intrigue and high-stakes adventures of Lieutenant Travis Long. [Baen] 9781476780856 $26
Fiction & Gifts
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The Woman Who Walked in Sunshine Alexander McCall Smith In this latest installment of the beloved and best-selling No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, Mma Ramotswe must contend with her greatest challenge yet: a vacation! [Pantheon] 9780307911568 $24.95
The Very Persistent Gappers of Frip George Saunders A modern fable by best-selling author George Saunders, filled with his trademark humor and pathos, and enchantingly illustrated by Lane Smith. [Random House] 9780812989632 $22
A Strangeness in My Mind Orhan Pamuk From the Nobel Prize winner: a soaring, panoramic new novel telling the unforgettable tale of an Istanbul street vendor and the love of his life. [Knopf] 9780307700292 $28.95
Twain’s End Lynn Cullen From the best-selling author of Mrs. Poe, Lynn Cullen reimagines the life of America’s most iconic writer, Mark Twain, and his tangled relationships with the women who altered his ability to love. [Gallery] 9781476758961 $26
When I Go to Harvard Cynthia Wight Rossano Follow two aspiring scholars on a delightful romp through historic Harvard Yard. Charming illustrations and a spirited poem make this book the perfect gift for future grads and alumni alike! [Union Park Press] 9780986355004 $11.95
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone J.K. Rowling For the first time, J.K. Rowling’s beloved Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone is available in a lavishly illustrated full-color edition. [Arthur A. Levine] 9780545790352 $39.99
100 Years of the Best American Short Stories Lorrie Moore & Heidi Pitlor For the 100th anniversary of The Best American Short Stories series, a retrospective of stories selected by master of the form Lorrie Moore. [HMH] 9780547485850 $30
Felicity Mary Oliver A new poetry collection from New York Times best-selling poet and winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Mary Oliver. [Penguin Press] 9781594206764 $24.95
Modern Classics The Picador Modern Classics line pairs iconic books with a design that's both small enough to fit in your pocket and unique enough to stand out on your bookshelf. [Picador Modern Classics] $16 each
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History The Witches Stacy Schiff Pulitzer Prize winner Stacy Schiff, author of the #1 bestseller Cleopatra, reveals the mysteries of the Salem Witch Trials. [Little, Brown] 9780316200608 $32
The Conquering Tide Ian W. Toll This masterful history encompasses the heart of the Pacific War, the period between mid-1942 and mid-1944 when parallel Allied counteroffensives washed over Japan’s far-flung island empire like a “conquering tide.” [Norton] 9780393080643 $35
The Quartet Joseph J. Ellis From Pulitzer winner Joseph J. Ellis, a gripping portrait of the years between the end of the American Revolution and the formation of the federal government. [Knopf] 9780385353403 $27.95
After Hitler Michael Jones In this gripping, eloquent and even-handed narrative, the spring of 1945 comes alive—a fascinating time when nothing was certain and every second mattered. [NAL] 9780451477019 $27.95
Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates Brian Kilmeade & Don Yaeger From the authors of the New York Times bestseller George Washington’s Secret Six. “Thomas Jefferson. Pirates. And national security. This is how you make history exciting. I dare you to put this book down.’’—Brad Meltzer [Sentinel] 9781591848066 $27.95
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PT 109 William Doyle A thrilling, moment-by-moment account of the extraordinary World War II story of shipwreck and survival that paved John F. Kennedy’s path to power. [Morrow] 9780062346582 $27.99
Lafayette in the Somewhat United States Sarah Vowell From the best-selling author of Assassination Vacation, an unconventional account of George Washington’s trusted officer and friend, the teenage French aristocrat the Marquis de Lafayette. [Riverhead ] 9781594631740 $27.95
SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome Mary Beard One of the world’s foremost classicists presents a revolutionary history of the Roman Empire that promises to shape our view of Roman history for decades to come. [Liveright] 9780871404237 $35.00
Speed Kings Andy Bull A story of risk, adventure and daring as four Americans race to win the gold medal in the most dangerous competition in Olympic history. [Avery] 9781592409099 $26.95
Writing America Shelley Fisher Fishkin Writing America takes readers on an eclectic tour of historic sites that have been pivotal to the making of American literature. Profusely illustrated, it’s the literary gift book of 2015. “Redraws the literary map of the United States.”—Junot Díaz [Rutgers University Press] 9780813575971 $34.95
People
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After the Wind Lou Kasischke Kasischke survived the most historic Everest tragedy. His riveting account of what went wrong is also a love story and perfect for both adventurers and book groups. [Good Hart Publishing] 9781940877037 $14
H is for Hawk Helen Macdonald An award-winning, New York Times best-selling sensation, H is for Hawk is an unflinching account of bereavement and a unique look at the magnetism of an extraordinary beast. [Grove] 9780802123411 $26
A Common Struggle Patrick J. Kennedy & Stephen Fried Patrick J. Kennedy, the former congressman and youngest child of Sen. Ted Kennedy, details his battles with mental illness and addiction and explores the history of mental health care. [Blue Rider] 9780399173325 $28.95 Humans of New York: Stories Brandon Stanton Stanton is back with the follow-up to Humans of New York that his loyal followers have been waiting for! Humans of New York: Stories presents a whole new group of humans, complete with stories that delve deeper and surprise with greater candor. [St. Martin’s] 9781250058904 $29.99
Meeting Tom Brady Richard J. King A humorous and inspiring account of author-illustrator King’s journey to meet with arguably the greatest quarterback currently playing in the NFL. [ForeEdge] 9781611688047 $24.95
Clementine Sonia Purnell This long-overdue tribute tells the story of the extraordinary woman behind Winston Churchill. [Viking] 9780525429777 $30
The Courage to Act Ben S. Bernanke The former Federal Reserve chair provides an insider’s account of efforts to stabilize a teetering financial system in the wake of the worst economic crisis in America since the Great Depression. [Norton] 9780393247213 $35
Home is Burning Dan Marshall Dave Eggers meets David Sedaris in this uproariously funny, unflinchingly honest and tender memoir. Just as Marshall’s mom faces a relapse of cancer, his dad is diagnosed with ALS, and Marshall has no choice but to return home to help. [Flatiron] 9781250068828 $27.99 M Train Patti Smith From the award-winning author of Just Kids comes this unforgettable odyssey of a legendary artist, told through the prism of the cafes and haunts she has frequented around the world. [Knopf] 9781101875100 $25
Sinatra 100 Charles Pignone From Sinatra’s family’s vast archive comes a revelatory new pictorial life of the greatest entertainer of the 20th century on his 100th birthday. Authorized by Sinatra’s family, this is the ultimate Sinatra gift book! [Thames & Hudson] 9780500517826 $60
Food & Drink 100 Recipes America’s Test Kitchen The Editors at America’s Test Kitchen have put together this provocative, hand-picked collection of relevant and surprising essential recipes for today’s cook. [America’s Test Kitchen] 9781940352015 $40
The Essential New York Times Book of Cocktails Steve Reddicliffe This is the most definitive cocktail book on the market, with more than 350 recipes—from classics to creative new concoctions—from the authoritative writers of the Times. [Cider Mill Press] 9781604335873 $29.95
The Four Seasons of Pasta Nancy Harmon Jenkins & Sara Jenkins Acclaimed food writer Jenkins teams up with her master chef daughter for this unique around-the-seasons cookbook devoted to simple, everyday pasta recipes. [Avery] 9780525427483 $35
Lidia’s Mastering the Art of Italian Cuisine Lidia Matticchio Bastianich & Tanya Bastianich Manuali This definitive guide to Italian cooking—from ingredients to techniques to tools and with more than 400 recipes—comes from the Emmy-winning host of “Lidia’s Kitchen.” [Knopf] 9780385349468 $37.50
Truly Madly Pizza Suzanne Lenzer With countless combinations for a healthy, delicious (and quick!) weeknight meal, pizza can be a nightly affair for even the timestrapped home cook. [Rodale] 9781623362188 $27.50
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Bien Cuit Zachary Golper One of the world’s top bakers shares the secrets to bien cuit, a French phrase used to describe the darkest, crunchiest loaves, baked to perfection. [Regan Arts] 9781941393413 $50
The Food Lab J. Kenji López-Alt Take a grand tour of the science of cooking explored through popular American dishes such as prime rib roast, Caesar salad and buttermilk biscuits. This book contains hundreds of easy to make recipes with more than 1,000 full color images illustrating step-by-step instructions. [Norton] 9780393081084 $49.95
Home Baked Yvette van Boven In her much anticipated follow-up to Home Made, food stylist and cook van Boven celebrates the art of baking with an inviting voice, easy-to-follow recipes and beautiful photographs. [Stewart, Tabori & Chang] 9781617691676 $40 Sweets & Treats with Six Sisters’ Stuff Six Sisters’ Stuff Whether you’re looking for quick and easy, special occasion or kid-friendly sweets, this new cookbook from the Six Sisters Stuff blog features more than 110 of their best recipes coupled with original, never-before-seen sweets and treats. [Shadow Mountain] 9781629720791 $21.99
Vegetarian India Madhur Jaffrey With more than 200 recipes and filled with beautiful personal photographs, this cookbook is a kitchen essential for vegetable enthusiasts and home cooks everywhere. [Knopf] 9781101874868 $35
Gifts
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Abroad at Home National Geographic Experience hundreds of destinations and cultures around the world— from old-country neighborhoods to international bazaars and festivals— without ever leaving North America. [National Geographic Travel] 9781426214998 $24.95
Ars Sacra Rolf Toman & Achim Bednorz This tribute to 2,000 years of Christian art, architecture and culture includes late antiquity, Middle Ages, Renaissance, baroque, art nouveau and contemporary works. [H.F. Ullman Publishing] 9783848008957 $125
Keeping an Eye Open Julian Barnes This collection of essays on art from the Booker Prize-winning author of The Sense of an Ending is adroit, insightful and a true pleasure to read. [Knopf] 9781101874783 $30
Life Is Good Bert Jacobs & John Jacobs From Life is Good founders and brothers Bert and John Jacobs comes an inspiring book of wisdom that celebrates the power of optimism, the driving force behind their beloved, socially conscious clothing and lifestyle brand, now worth more than $100 million. [National Geographic] 9781426215636 $25 Only What’s Necessary Chip Kidd Reproducing the best of the Peanuts newspaper strip, all shot from the original art by award-winning photographer Geoff Spear, this volume also features exclusive, rare and unpublished art by Charles M. Schulz. [Abrams ComicArts] 9781419716393 $40
Brave Enough Cheryl Strayed From the best-selling author of Wild comes a collection of quotes drawn from the wide range of her writings that capture her wisdom, courage and outspoken humor. [Knopf] 9781101946909 $16.95
Back to the Future Michael Klastorin & Randal Atamaniuk Go Back to the Future with Doc Brown and Marty McFly in this visually stunning look at the creation of one of the most beloved trilogies of all time. [Harper Design] 9780062419149 $50
Last Night’s Reading Kate Gavino Gavino takes us on her journey through the literary world, sharing illustrated insight from more than 100 of today’s greatest writers. [Penguin] 9780143127314 $16
A Rare Nativity Sam Beeson, Nina Cochran & Terral Cochran In a unique twist on “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” a visual artist uses crude items to create an unforgettable Nativity créche that sparks nothing less than a Christmas miracle. [Shadow Mountain] 9781629720623 $17.99
Drinking in America Susan Cheever Best-selling author Cheever chronicles our national love affair with liquor and shows how it has shaped our nation’s history, from the 17th to the 20th century. [Twelve] 9781455513871 $28
Animals & Nature A Sea Glass Journey Teri Hall Accented with stunning photographs of sea glass and its sources, this beautiful book illustrates the transformative process these gems undergo in the belly of the ocean. [Nimbus Publishing] 9781771083126 $24.95
National Geographic Rarely Seen Stephen Alvarez In this dazzling book of visual wonders, National Geographic reveals a world seldom seen by human eyes. [National Geographic] 9781426215612 $40
Earth and Space Nirmala Nataraj Take a tour of the universe with this breathtaking collection of photos from the NASA archives. Astonishing images of Earth from above, the phenomena of our solar system and the celestial bodies of deep space will captivate readers and photography lovers. [Chronicle] 9781452134352 $40
Wildlife of the World DK This spectacular book, produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution, features an up-close look at the world’s most iconic animals, with striking contemporary photography and in-depth reference information. [DK] 9781465438041 $50
Elle & Coach Stefany Shaheen Stefany Shaheen shares her “Type-A Mom” struggle to care for a daughter with Type 1 diabetes, until an incredible service dog changes their lives for the better. [Hachette] 9780316258760 $27
Beloved Dog Maira Kalman In her trademark style and wit and with great sensitivity, Kalman reveals why dogs bring out the best in us. [Penguin Press] 9781594205941 $29.95
The Dogist Elias Weiss Friedman The perfect gift for every dog lover, this inspiring and funny collection of portraits is a beautiful tribute to our beloved canine companions that captures the distinct character and spirit of our favorite furry friends. [Artisan] 9781579656713 $24.95 The Living Bird Cornell Lab of Ornithology This intimate yet stunning exploration of North American bird species celebrates our joyful and complex relationship with birds through images by an award-winning photographer and essays by leading naturalists. [Mountaineers Books] 9781594859656 $29.95 Polar Dan Kainen & Carol Kaufmann From the creators of Safari and Ocean, comes the latest Photicular phenomenon, exploring the far ends of the Earth with stunning fluid motion photos that capture the icy essence of the Arctic and Antarctic, from waddling penguins to shimmering Northern Lights. [Workman] 9780761185697 $25.95
Lonely Planet’s Wild World Lonely Planet Our planet’s natural wonders come to life with more than 300 expertly curated, breathtaking images celebrating the Earth at its wildest. [Lonely Planet] 9781743607480 $39.99
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50 Years, 50 Moments Jerry Rice & Randy O. Williams In commemoration of the Super Bowl’s 50th anniversary, this authoritative collection of the most pivotal plays through the decades, compiled by the legendary Jerry Rice and illustrated with dozens of color photos, is perfect for football fans. [Dey Street] 9780062302601 $29.99
Thing Explainer Randall Munroe From the author of What If? comes a series of brilliantly—and simply!— annotated blueprints that explain everything from nuclear bombs to ballpoint pens. [HMH] 9780544668256 $24.95
The Devil’s Financial Dictionary Jason Zweig Distilling the absurdities of Wall Street into plain truths anyone can understand, The Devil’s Financial Dictionary gives you practical insights with a scorpion’s sting. [PublicAffairs] 9781610396059 $19.99
Every Time I Find the Meaning of Life, They Change It Daniel Klein Klein filled a notebook with short quotes from the world’s greatest thinkers, hoping to find some guidance on how to live the best life he could. [Penguin] 9780143126799 $20 If Someone Says “You Complete Me,” RUN! Whoopi Goldberg From the best-selling author and host of “The View” comes the perfect antidote for all of those outdated relationship books. Goldberg weighs in on why marriage isn’t for everybody and how the life you want shouldn’t be the life everyone else expects you to have. [Hachette] 9780316302012 $26
Adventures in Human Being Gavin Francis Award-winning author Francis leads readers on a journey into the hidden pathways of the human body, offering a guide to its inner workings and a celebration of its marvels. [Basic] 9780465079681 $26.99
The Court and the World Stephen Breyer Justice Breyer examines the work of the Supreme Court in an increasingly interconnected world that obliges the court to understand and consider circumstances beyond America’s borders. [Knopf] 9781101946190 $27.95
Black Man in a White Coat Damon Tweedy This is one doctor’s passionate and profound memoir of his experience grappling with race, bias and the unique health problems of black Americans. [Picador] 9781250044631 $26
The Field Guide to Knots Bob Holtzman This invaluable guide to knots is for every kind of outdoor adventure from sailing, camping and fishing to climbing, hunting and survival. [The Experiment] 9781615192762 $15.95
Little Victories Jason Gay The Wall Street Journal’s popular columnist Gay delivers a hilarious and heartfelt guide to modern living. [Doubleday] 9780385539463 $24.95
Teens & Kids Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Lewis Carroll This beautiful book commemorates the 150th anniversary of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland with a deluxe hardcover edition, completely re-illustrated by Anna Bond of Rifle Paper Co. [Puffin] 9780147515872 $30
The Boys in the Boat Daniel James Brown The enormous bestseller about American Olympic triumph has been adapted for a middle grade audience, recounting what was already a kidfriendly story in a kid-friendly way. [Viking Books for Young Readers] 9780451475923 $17.99
George Alex Gino When people look at George, they think they see a boy. But she knows she’s not a boy. She knows she’s a girl. A touching story of friendship, love, humor and the power of being who you are. [Scholastic] 9780545812542 $16.99
Echo Pam Muñoz Ryan Music, magic and a real-life miracle meld together in this beautifully written novel from masterful storyteller Pam Muñoz Ryan. [Scholastic] 9780439874021 $19.99
My Diary from the Edge of the World Jodi Lynn Anderson Told in diary form by an irresistible heroine, this playful and perceptive novel from the best-selling author of the May Bird trilogy sparkles with science, myth, magic and the strange beauty of everyday marvels. [Aladdin] 9781442483873 $16.99
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The Blackthorn Key Kevin Sands Following a series of murders, an apothecary’s apprentice must solve puzzles and decipher codes in pursuit of a secret that could destroy the world in this suspenseful debut novel. [Aladdin] 9781481446518 $17.99
The Caretaker’s Guide to Fablehaven Brandon Mull They existed only in your imagination—until now! Every dragon in the Fablehaven series has a name and special power, but this is the first-ever visual discovery plus insider tips and know-how. [Shadow Mountain] 9781629720913 $24.99 The Doldrums Nicholas Gannon “Archer B. Helmsley yearns for adventure. Nicholas Gannon not only has you laughing at Archer’s antics, he has illustrations throughout that enhance the amusement. One amazing debut.’’—Arna Lewis, Buttonwood Books and Toys, Cohasset, MA. [Greenwillow] 9780062320940 $17.99
Crenshaw Katherine Applegate In her first novel since winning the Newbery Medal, Katherine Applegate delivers an unforgettable and magical story about family, friendship and resilience. [Feiwel & Friends] 9781250043238 $16.99
The Scorpion Rules Erin Bow In the future, the U.N. has brought back an ancient way to keep the peace. The children of world leaders are held hostage—if a war begins, they pay with their lives. [Margaret K. McElderry] 9781481442718 $17.99
Teens & Kids
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The Darkest Part of the Forest Holly Black A girl makes a secret sacrifice to save her brother in this lush, contemporary fairy-tale adventure by New York Times best-selling author Holly Black. [Little, Brown for Young Readers] 9780316213073 $18
The Marvels Brian Selznick From Caldecott Award winner Brian Selznick, two seemingly unrelated stories—one in words, the other pictures—come together. Spellbinding! [Scholastic] 9780545448680 $32.99
Spark their imaginations! How Machines Work: Zoo Break! David Macaulay Award-winning artist David Macaulay introduces hilarious new creations Sloth and Sengi in this interactive book showcasing the technology behind six simple machines with pop-ups, pull-outs and flaps. 9781465440129 $19.99 Star Wars: Absolutely Everything You Need to Know Adam Bray, Kerrie Dougherty, Michael Kogge & Cole Horton Explore the world of “Star Wars’’ through lively lists, facts and questions and answers via a highly engaging infographic design. This guide will excite readers of all ages. 9781465437853 $19.99 LEGO Awesome Ideas Daniel Lipkowitz An all-new ideas book that encourages LEGO fans to open their imagination and create their own LEGO designs by offering unique tips and techniques that expand their LEGO knowledge and creativity. 9781465437884 $24.99
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Everything, Everything Nicola Yoon In this stunning debut, a girl who is literally allergic to the outside world falls in love with her new neighbor, forcing her to challenge everything she’s ever known. [Delacorte] 9780553496642 $18.99
Illuminae Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff A blockbuster novel about two teenagers caught up in a megacorporations war, told through a series of hacked documents, including emails, military files, IMs and more. [Knopf Books for Young Readers] 9780553499117 $18.99
Judith Kerr’s Creatures Judith Kerr A lavishly illustrated retrospective memoir in celebration of the 90th birthday of Judith Kerr, celebrated author of The Tiger Who Came to Tea and many other iconic children’s books. [HarperCollins] 9780007513215 $24.99
Why’d They Wear That? Sarah Albee Trend alert! Get ready to sashay your way through centuries of fashion do’s and don’ts and explore a little history along the way. [National Geographic] 9781426319198 $19.99
Treasury of Norse Mythology Donna Jo Napoli The lyrical storytelling of awardwinning author Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia as gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters come to life in a stunning tableau of Norse myths. [National Geographic] 9781426320989 $24.99
Children Alice’s Adventures Underground Lewis Carroll In celebration of the beloved story’s 150th anniversary, this elegant new collector’s edition features neverbefore-seen drawings from renowned artist Charles Santore. [Cider Mill Press] 9781604335729 $19.95
The Boy Who Fell Off the Mayflower P.J. Lynch Master artist Lynch brings to vivid life the story of Mayflower voyager John Howland, who survived falling overboard on the crossing of the Atlantic Ocean. [Candlewick] 9780763665845 $17.99
Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast Josh Funk A thoroughly delicious picture book about the funniest food fight ever! Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast have a beautiful friendship until they discover that there’s ONLY ONE DROP of maple syrup left. [Sterling Children’s 9781454914044 $14.95
Imaginary Fred Eoin Colfer From an incredible duo of best-selling talent comes a story about friendship, the power of imagination and what can come from a spark of magic. [HarperCollins] 9780062379559 $18.99
One Day, The End Rebecca Kai Dotlich There’s no limit to where these extremely short (only two sentences each!) stories can take you, with illustrations that open up a world of possibilities. [Boyds Mills] 9781620914519 $16.95
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Ballet Cat: The Totally Secret Secret Bob Shea Bob Shea introduces an unforgettable new character to early readers: a cat who is obsessed with ballet, but has a big heart. [Disney Hyperion] 9781484713785 $9.99
The Magical World of Strega Nona Tomie dePaola Enter Caldecott- and Newbery-winning author Tomie dePaola’s marvelous, magical world of Strega Nona with six stories, new introductions, an original lullaby with a CD, fun recipes and more! [Nancy Paulsen] 9780399173455 $40
Little Elliot, Big Family Mike Curato Elliot learns that in a city of millions, families come in all shapes and sizes. The popular and adorable Elliot and Mouse return in this sweet story of friendship and family. [Henry Holt] 9780805098266 $17.99
Mother Bruce Ryan T. Higgins A hilarious tale of a grumpy bear, a case of mistaken identity and four adorable goslings, by rising-star author-illustrator Ryan T. Higgins. [Disney Hyperion] 9781484730881 $17.99
The Nonsense Show Eric Carle From Eric Carle, creator of the classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar, comes a book to make children laugh and think, preparing them for a lifetime of loving words and art. [Philomel] 9780399176876 $18.99
Children
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Alphabet Trains Samantha R. Vamos All aboard for a train ride through the alphabet! Whether chug-chug-chugging up a mountainside in an incline train or zipping at super speed in a bullet train, trains will get you where you need to be—A to Z! [Charlesbridge] 9781580895927 $14.95
The Full Moon at the Napping House Audrey Wood & Don Wood This delightful companion to Audrey and Don Wood’s beloved classic The Napping House is the ideal book for restless little ones at bedtime or anytime. [HMH Books for Young Readers] 9780544308329 $17.99
A King Seen from the Sky Bruno Gibert This is a colorful and fantastical tale of the first hot-air balloon ride and the animals who were its passengers. [Getty Publications] 9781606064603 $16.95
Home Carson Ellis The New York Times bestselling homage to the concept of home is a timeless and cozy keepsake that’s perfect for the homebodies on your list. [Candlewick] 9780763665296 $16.99
The Story of Diva and Flea Mo Willems From the award-winning and bestselling author Mo Willems comes a story of Diva, a small yet brave dog, and Flea, a streetwise cat, who develop an unexpected friendship in this unforgettable tale of discovery. [Disney Hyperion] 9781484722848 $14.99
The Thing About Jellyfish Ali Benjamin Achingly heartfelt, this powerful debut novel is the story of a girl confronting life, death and immortality. “Shining.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) [Little, Brown for Young Readers] 9780316380867 $17
What Pet Should I Get? Dr. Seuss This never-ever-before-seen picture book is the literary equivalent of buried treasure! A perfect gift for young readers and Dr. Seuss collectors of all ages! [Random House Books for Young Readers] 9780553524260 $17.99
Thank You and Good Night Patrick McDonnell Best-selling Caldecott Honor artist Patrick McDonnell captures the magic of classic bedtime stories in this sweet picture book. “The details charm.’’—Kirkus Reviews (starred review) [Little, Brown for Young Readers] 9780316338011 $15.99
Waiting Kevin Henkes An owl, a puppy, a bear, a rabbit and a pig—all toys arranged on a child’s windowsill—wait for marvelous things to happen in this irresistible picture book by the New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes. [Greenwillow] 9780062368430 $17.99
Zen Socks Jon J. Muth From best-selling Caldecott honoree Jon J. Muth comes another warm, compassionate story filled with the wisdom of Zen. Whether young or old, we can all learn from one another in the most surprising ways. [Scholastic] 9780545166690 $17.99
Children A Celebration of the Seasons Margaret Wise Brown This stunning sequel to the New York Times bestseller Goodnight Songs celebrates the beauty and wonder of nature all year long. An accompanying CD makes this the perfect gift for children. [Sterling Children’s] 9781454904472 $17.95
Artwork from this book is featured on the cover of the catalog. The Little Snowplow Lora Koehler Big trucks may brag and roar, but small and steadfast wins the day in this cheerful story with timeless appeal. [Candlewick] 9780763670740 $15.99
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The Twelve Days of Christmas in New England Toni Buzzeo Grace and her cousin Camden enjoy a New England holiday, from big-city Boston to tiny coastal and mountain towns in Maine and Vermont. From lighthouse hopping to moose spotting, it’s an unforgettable trip! [Sterling Children’s] 9781454914921 $12.95
Penguin’s Big Adventure Salina Yoon Salina Yoon’s beloved and popular character Penguin returns in a story about taking chances and trying something new. [Bloomsbury Children’s] 9780802738288 $14.99
Love is All Around New England Wendi Silvano All through New England, in cars, on trains, on boats and on planes, in Boston and Concord and Portland, too, you’ll find there is love that will come into view. But the best kind of love shows up in the things people say and the things people do. [Sourcebooks Jabberwocky] 9781492629412 $12.99
The Night Before Christmas Charles Santore The beautiful #1 New York Times best-selling edition of the beloved holiday classic is lovingly illustrated by Charles Santore and features a stunning four-panel gatefold. [Applesauce Press] 9781604332377 $19.95
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Board Book & Ornament Eric Carle This beloved classic, now paired with a beautiful ornament available exclusively in this package, will be the perfect addition to your holiday tree! [Philomel] 9780399173172 $19.99
An Invisible Thread Christmas Story Laura Schroff & Alex Tresniowski From the #1 best-selling authors of An Invisible Thread comes the true, heartfelt and extraordinary story of how one woman’s decision to help a boy on the street changed both of their lives forever. [Little Simon] 9781481419307 $17.99
Toys Meet Snow Emily Jenkins Favorite characters from the Toys chapter books—Lumphy, StingRay and Plastic—venture outdoors to learn about snow. [Schwartz & Wade] 9780385373302 $17.99
The Nutcracker’s Night Before Christmas Keith Brockett It’s Christmas Eve and help is on the way when preparations for a doomed stage production of the holiday classic The Nutcracker ballet go from terribly bad to ridiculously worse. [Sleeping Bear] 9781585368891 $15.99
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The Nordic Cookbook Magnus Nilsson The definitive guide to Nordic home cooking from internationally renowned chef Magnus Nilsson features over 700 simple and authentic recipes, accompanied by Nilsson’s own evocative photographs. $49.95
The Silver Spoon Quick and Easy Italian Recipes This lavishly illustrated cookbook, commemorating the 10th anniversary of the English language publication of The Silver Spoon, features 100 recipes for cooks of all levels that can be made in 30 minutes. $29.95
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30,000 Years of Art An accessible introduction to the whole of art history, from prehistoric times to the present day, this revised and expanded edition features 600 of the world’s greatest works of art across all media. $39.95
Preserving: Conserving, Salting, Smoking, Pickling Ginette Mathiot This comprehensive collection of traditional techniques and recipes is the ultimate guide to filling your pantry with homemade treats from your local market year-round. $29.95
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