Chronicle Frontlist 2024

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SPRING Frontlist Catalog


CONTENTS

Adult........................ 4

Petit Collage..........102

Chroma.................... 38

Gift.........................114

Prism......................46

Ridley’s...................142

PAP .......................... 54

Ordering Information...........150

Children’s ................ 70


ADULT


HOW TO RAISE INCREDIBLE KIDS Harness the Powers of Your Super Family, One Mission at a Time • By Alison Throckmorton

Super-size parenting advice courtesy of the Incredibles family in a humorous guide to raising super-duper kids, inspired by Disney and Pixar feature films The Incredibles and Incredibles 2. Filled with hilarious and heartfelt tidbits to comfort parents in need of a good laugh or an incredible-sized hug, this playful parenting guide is a pure delight of tips, tricks, and moments of solidarity to help navigate the world of raising super kids. From Helen Parr’s advice to stay flexible to Bob Parr’s thoughtful reminder that sometimes it’s okay to not be incredible, these words of wisdom are perfect for sharing with any super moms, dads, and parents in your life. ALISON THROCKMORTON is a writer and editor. She is the mother of two and lives in California.

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HOW TO RAISE INCREDIBLE KIDS $14.95 US • £10.99 UK HC • 9781797229195 112 pp, 8 x 6 in, full-color illustrations throughout, unjacketed Rights: W Parenting On Sale: March

© 2024 Disney/Pixar. All rights reserved.

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LE SUD Recipes from Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur By Rebekah Peppler • Photographs by Joann Pai

From James Beard Book Award finalist Rebekah Peppler comes the definitive guide to the food, drink, and lifestyle of southeastern France, featuring 100 recipes that reflect the simple, seasonal, and multicultural French table from a modern perspective. For centuries, artists, vacationers, and food writers have fallen hard for the charms of the south of France. And like many regions where landscapes and people happily crash into each other, the food is dynamic and exciting. In Le Sud, Peppler distills the flavors, techniques, and spirit of Provence, the Alps, and Côte d’Azur into a never-before-seen collection that gives us a fresh new look at the region. This cookbook and lifestyle guide shares 100 sweet, savory, and cocktail recipes along with 100+ transporting photographs that expand our perception from lavender fields and afternoon pastis to a geographically and culturally diverse region of ocean, rivers, mountains, marshes,

and plains and the delicious dishes that represent them. As in À Table—her inspiring cookbook about dining the Parisian way—Peppler prioritizes simplicity over complicated techniques and sketches the meals that fuel simple gatherings, hikes, and days at the beach. Sidebars and primers elevate a reader’s knowledge of southern French staples: wines of the region, after-dinner drinking, how little one can wear to the beach, and healing by the sea. Le Sud is more than a recipe book; it is also a deep celebration of this historic, diverse, abundant, enchanting region that has captured the imaginations of so many. REBEKAH PEPPLER is a part-time Angeleno and part-time Parisbased food writer and stylist.

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LE SUD $35.00 US • £26.00 UK HC • 9781797219530 280 pp, 7.25 x 10 in, full-color images throughout Rights: W Food/French On Sale: April

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A FEW RULES FOR PREDICTING THE FUTURE An Essay By Octavia E. Butler • Art by Manzel Bowman

The wise words of science fiction icon Octavia E. Butler live on in this beautiful and giftable little volume. Originally published in Essence magazine in 2000, Butler’s essay offers an honest look into the inspiration behind her science fiction novels and the importance of studying history and taking responsibility for our actions. Organized into four main rules, this short essay reminds readers to learn from the past, respect the law of consequences, be aware of their perspectives, and count on the surprises. Citing the warning signs of fascism, the illusive effects of fear and wishful thinking, and the unpredictable nature of what is yet to come, Butler shares realistic but hopeful suggestions to shape our future into something good. An inspiring and motivational gift, this exquisite book includes stunning Afrofuturist artwork by Manzel Bowman.

OCTAVIA E. BUTLER (1947–2006) was a renowned African American author of several award-winning novels, including Parable of the Sower, which was a New York Times Notable Book of the Year in 1993, and Parable of the Talents, winner of the Nebula Award for the best science fiction novel in 1995. She received a MacArthur Genius Grant and PEN West Lifetime Achievement Award for her body of work and was acclaimed for her lean prose, strong protagonists, and social observations in stories that range from the distant past to the far future.

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A FEW RULES FOR PREDICTING THE FUTURE $14.95 US • £10.99 UK HC • 9781797229058 56 pp, 5 x 7 in, full-color illustrations, unjacketed Rights: W Motivation/Inspiration On Sale: April

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Nora McInerny on the fork that began her relationship with her late husband. The sculpture that inspired Christy Turlington to fight for maternal healthcare. The charm bracelet Nate Berkus gifted his daughter in stylish family tradition. Rosanne Cash’s love for her children represented by baby shoes. Andrew Zimmern’s inherited steel carving set that began a storied career in food.

THE HEIRLOOMIST 100 Treasures and the Stories They Tell By Shana Novak

A warm, inviting celebration of beloved keepsakes and the stories they hold. A set of old apartment keys, a pair of worn running shoes, a declaration of love scribbled on a restaurant receipt. Beautiful stories that celebrate the power an object can hold are at the heart of The Heirloomist by photographer Shana Novak, creator of the project of the same name dedicated to documenting keepsakes and transforming them into uniquely meaningful works of art. The 100 objects featured here range from the everyday to the extraordinary. Treasured heirlooms to their owners, ordinary folks and cultural figures alike, they hold remarkable stories. Big or small, expensive or humble, we all have meaningful items with powerful messages behind them. Celebratory, sentimental, and bursting with heart, The Heirloomist offers a glimpse into the treasures we hold dear and how they inform the stories of our lives.

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THE HEIRLOOMIST $27.95 US • £21.99 UK HC • 9781797224404 256 pp, 7.25 x 9.25 in, full-color images throughout Rights: W Photography/Photoessays On Sale: April

SHANA NOVAK is an established commercial still-life photographer based in New York City. She has collaborated with brands such as Coca-Cola and Procter & Gamble, and her work has been featured in the New Yorker, Time, Rolling Stone, Architectural Digest, Town & Country, and Domino. As The Heirloomist, Shana brings a mix of professional polish and heart to her craft, ensuring that every client is treated to an expert level of quality and visual storytelling.

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DEAR INTERN Workplace Blunders, Mishaps, and Major Disasters from Professionals Who Have Seen (and Done) It All Edited by Mara Nelson-Greenberg

Everyone makes mistakes—especially in their first job. Cringe and commiserate with the everyday missteps and epic workplace screwups in this collection of self-confessed blunders from disaster-prone and yet good-intentioned interns finding their footing. All professionals know that detours and mishaps are an essential rite of passage en route to a successful career— but that doesn’t make them any less funny. This curated collection of true intern confessions, from minor mistakes to major messes, is the workplace humor book everyone can relate to. Whether spilling coffee on the boss’s laptop or sending out a personal message on the company’s social media account, these first-hand stories comprise a compassion-inducing celebration of the many memorable blunders that can (and do) happen in our entry‑level years.

MARA NELSON-GREENBERG is a writer and editor. Her work has been developed at Playwrights Horizons, Clubbed Thumb, and Ensemble Studio Theatre, among others. She lives in Los Angeles, California.

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DEAR INTERN $12.95 US • £9.99 UK HC • 9781797223452 112 pp, 5 x 7 in, full-color illustrations throughout, unjacketed Rights: W Humor On Sale: April

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LEGO ® BOTANICAL ALMANAC A Field Guide to Brick-Built Blooms By LEGO® • Illustrated by Nina Pace

This intricately illustrated compendium of flowers and plants has a LEGO® twist—the blooms are built of bricks! Inspired by the bestselling LEGO® Botanical sets, this almanac combines floral facts, hand-drawn botanical illustrations, and exclusive stories from the LEGO set designers themselves, plus a bonus collectible flower print to display. Each page presents a deeper look into a stunning bloom, succulent, or plant—from garden varietals to the exquisitely exotic. Like traditional botany illustrations, these LEGO flowers are presented as works of art and detailed dissections of real species. Dip in and out to learn about each plant and discover behind-the-scenes details of how LEGO set designers turned iconic bricks into captivating natural forms. A perfect gift for LEGO fans and unlike any other book before it, the LEGO ® Botanical Almanac highlights where art meets science and building meets play—a true celebration of the

boundless creativity of the LEGO® brand.

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LEGO ® BOTANICAL ALMANAC $19.95 US • £14.99 UK HC • 9781797227801 112 pp, 6 x 8 in, full-color illustrations throughout, textured cover, removable collectible art print, unjacketed Rights: W LEGO/Flowers On Sale: March ©2024 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved. LEGO, the LEGO logo, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group.

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THAT’S SO NEW YORK Short (and Very Short) Stories about the Greatest City on Earth • By Dan Saltzstein

Charming, poignant, and occasionally salacious, That’s So New York is brimming with little snapshots of humanity that make one thing clear: There’s no place like New York. New York Times editor and lifelong New Yorker Dan Saltzstein compiles hundreds of distinctly New York moments for this peek at the city that never sleeps. Inspired by Saltzstein’s viral Twitter thread, this illustrated book features hilarious anecdotes from locals and transplants, short essays from folks like Molly Jong-Fast and Michael Ian Black, who have seen it all, and Q&As with everyday New Yorkers from across the five boroughs. Eels wriggling through subway cars, accidentally stumbling onto the set of Law & Order, drag queens emerging from manholes—if there’s one thing New York never runs out of, it’s stories. And rats. Always rats. DAN SALTZSTEIN has worked mostly as an editor at the New York Times for over 25 years. He lives in Woodside, Queens.

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DISAPPOINTING AFFIRMATIONS By Dave Tarnowski

From the wildly popular Instagram account, Disappointing Affirmations hilariously counters the culture of relentless toxic positivity with a realistic take on a disappointing world where failure is always an option, but that’s okay. Pairing lovely vacation photos taken by the author himself with sayings that are amusingly self-critical, encouraging, disillusioned, or all three at once, Tarnowski points to feelings commonly unacknowledged or hidden and spotlights them with humor, wit, and empathy. Transforming and re-envisioning the material for print while adding tons of new work, this is the funny-because-it’s-true, sneaky self-help gift book for anyone who isn’t happy all the time and doesn’t feel seen in the whole “positive mental attitude” culture. Unfollow your dreams!

Also available: NEW! Disappointing Affirmations: 30 Postcards

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DAVE TARNOWSKI is the author of about a dozen unfinished novels who turned to memes when he finally gave up on his dreams of being a writer of anything longer than a few sentences. He lives in New York City with his neuroses.

$12.95 US • £11.99 UK 9781797227573

NEW! Disappointing Affirmations Pencil Set $15.95 US • £14.99 UK BOX • 9781797230061

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A BRIEF ATLAS OF THE LIGHTHOUSES AT THE END OF THE WORLD By Jose Luis González Macías

A unique illustrated exploration of our favorite oceanic beacons and their haunted histories. There is something beautiful and wild in the impossible architecture of lighthouses. These precariously perched structures have been the homes and workplaces of keepers whose romantic guardianship has saved countless lives from cruel seas. While that way of life may have faded away, as the lights go out and the buildings crumble, we still have their stories. This collection of more than 30 tales spans the heights and depths of human experience: the blind lighthouse keeper tending a light in the Arctic Circle, the intrepid young woman saving ships from wreck beginning at just age 12, the desperate plight of a crew cut off for 40 days with meager supplies, the lighthouse haunted by the clacking sound of a long-passed keeper’s ghostly typewriter. Interweaving literary

inspiration and elements from Jules Verne, Virginia Woolf, and Edgar Allan Poe and accompanied by beautiful illustrations, nautical charts, maps, architectural plans, and curious facts, these illuminating stories will transport the reader in a book as full of wonder as the far-flung lighthouses themselves. JOSE LUIS GONZÁLEZ MACÍAS is a Spanish writer, graphic designer, and publisher. Recipient of Spain’s Letras Jóvenes award for his short stories and poems, he’s also crafted publication design for many museums and cultural institutions.

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A BRIEF ATLAS OF THE LIGHTHOUSES AT THE END OF THE WORLD $24.95 US HC • 9781797227474 160 pp, 6.7 x 9.75 in, full-color illustrations throughout, unjacketed Rights: NAM Travel/Architecture On Sale: April

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BRIGHT COOKING Recipes for the Modern Palate • By Camille Becerra

In Bright Cooking, her highly anticipated first cookbook, celebrated chef and food stylist Camille Becerra offers 125 fresh, natural recipes that boost one’s mood with their stunning beauty and body with their plant-based, healthful ingredients. Starting with 50 foundational pantry basics—mother sauces, broths, dusts, finishing oils, and more—elements are combined in uncommon and uncomplicated ways to create 75 eat-anytime dishes for all occasions. Bright Cooking is about inspiring you to create based on what you have in your kitchen, what you hunger for, and what your body is communicating it needs. With advice throughout on adding big flavor and a sense of playfulness to your repertoire, Bright Cooking teaches new ways of thinking about and preparing food. After you work your way through the book, you’ll only be a smear of this, a few sprinkles of that, and a pinch of flourish away from confidence and creative freedom in the kitchen.

CAMILLE BECERRA is a chef, food stylist, and recipe developer. She is a food contributor at Domino magazine and often partners with brands that fit her travel and food aesthetic. She lives in New York City.

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BRIGHT COOKING $37.50 US • £30.00 UK HC • 9781797213859 272 pp, 8 x 11 in, full-color images throughout Rights: W Food On Sale: May

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LIFE WANTS YOU DEAD A Calm, Rational, and Totally Legit Guide to Scaring Yourself Safe By Evan Waite • Illustrated by Paula Searing

Fear !!! Scary, right? But what if the only thing we shouldn’t fear is fear itself? In this era of economic turmoil, climate catastrophe, and cliques of cool teens just waiting to make fun of your shoes, we live in a heightened state of fear. We’re afraid of the world and afraid of each other—but not nearly as afraid as we should be! And this absurdly hilarious survival guide demonstrates that being afraid of literally everything is the only guaranteed way to stay safe. Packed with lifesaving/fear-fanning illustrations, sidebars, jump scares, chilling one-liners, and more, these pages will keep readers safe from the scourges of love, technology, birds, education, jackalopes, their own bodies, their homes, and the world outside their own bodies and homes. Includes a bonus foldout Fear Map lurking in the inside back cover.

EVAN WAITE is a co-executive producer on FOX’s Family Guy and contributes to The Onion, the New Yorker’s “Shouts & Murmurs,” and McSweeney’s Internet Tendency. He has also written for MAD magazine, ClickHole, and Funny or Die. He lives in Los Angeles, California. PAULA SEARING is a graphic designer and illustrator living in upstate New York. She’s worked with comedy platforms such as CollegeHumor, Dropout, ClickHole, and Big Money Players Network. Her illustrations have been in the New York Times, The Baffler, and BuzzFeed.

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LIFE WANTS YOU DEAD $19.95 US • £14.99 UK HC • 9781797219356 180 pp, 6 x 8 in, full-color fold-out map in back cover envelope, unjacketed Rights: W Humor On Sale: April

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LET’S GO TO THE MALL An ’80s Seek-and-Find • By Sally Nixon

Put on your roller skates and relive the 1980s in this fantabulous activity book for adults and teens. This retro twist on the seekand-find book features 20 radical scenes of life in the eighties. Explore burger joints, video rental stores, and high school lunch tables, keeping an eye out for fanny packs, cassette players, and other fun hidden objects along the way. Delightfully detailed illustrations offer hours of entertainment, turning a nostalgic childhood activity into a perfect way to unwind after work or chill out with friends. SALLY NIXON is an illustrator and the author of Houseplants and Hot Sauce: A Seek-and-Find Book for Grown-Ups. Her clients include Lenny Letter, Neon, the Idle Class, and Made by Few, and her work has been featured by Vice, Bustle, Cosmo, Bust, and more. She lives in Little Rock, Arkansas.

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LET’S GO TO THE MALL $16.95 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797222271 48 pp, 9 x 12 in, full-color illustrations throughout, unjacketed Rights: W Activity books On Sale: February

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Next Level: cozy sweater, directional reading lights, tea

A stress-free self-care center, this is a mini “treat yourself ”

kettle, a cat

corner that you can visit daily—you20: deserve it!Room Reading Essentials: dimmed light, incense, candles, calming music, phone stand (hands free)41 Next Level: Gaia-energy-giving plants,42 peaceful mural or wallpaper, starscape projected on the ceiling, actual grass mat to feel between your toes T H E CO L L E C T O R ’ S CO R N E R The bathroom is a judgment-free zone, and a place that provides a natural focus of attention. There’s no better place to appreciate the self-expression of your collection. Essentials: Beanie Babies, taxidermy, creepy dolls, bobbleheads (whatever your jam is, but lots of them) Next Level: Add collection-customized shower curtains, toilet seat covers, posters, nightlights, mirror frames—go crazy. THE READING ROOM Screen-free entertainment can also be a nice change of pace, and bathroom books are a great way to do that.43

A quiet place.

Essentials: Hella books. Anything that’s not serving as a bookcase is wasted space.

THE GA MER’S GROTTO Real gamers know that bathroom breaks cut into high

41 Helps you avoid the stress of accidentally dropping your phone in the toilet! 42 I recommend a bonsai tree here (if it can be kept inside). 43 I hear bathroom books are really on the rise, especially one in particular . . .

scores. Take a break between activities with a quick

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that, especially in big cities, public restrooms can be hard to find, have long lines, may be less than clean, and sometimes even cost money. Here’s how to find the most comfortable bathroom setups in public settings.

CHOOSING YOUR OWN ADVENTURE: FINDING FACILITIES When out and about, the most difficult factor in finding a toilet is that you are in unfamiliar territory. Being behind enemy lines is also stressful when you have multiple options. Museums, businesses, restaurants, libraries, shops, transportation hubs, and department stores can be found around every corner in a major city.7 Each toilet is a different adventure, and it’s up to you to decide. So where should you sit? T E C H N O L O GY E N T E R S T H E C H AT

Technology: Getting you where you want to go.

First, you need to figure out all possible options in your

OWN YOUR THRONE How to Make Your Time in the Loo Work for You By Bradford Ware • Illustrated by Em Spitler

The average person spends about 50 billion hours on the toilet in their lifetime. Why not make the most of it? We’ve all been there and will be back again. This very funny and actually useful guide will help you make your time in the loo more comfortable, entertaining, and even fun. Out-and-about advice includes finding and navigating public restrooms, strategies for pit stops at school, in the office, or at other people’s houses, as well as special circumstances (in a porta-potty, in the woods, in outer space). Tips for optimizing your throne room at home feature playlists, dream décor, scent-sory suggestions, get-things-moving exercises, and toilet tech explorations (flush into the future). Also featuring a Things to Do While You Poo activities section, sidebar trivia from Plungie the Plunger, and reader missions to accomplish from Agent 002, this is the must-have companion for anyone’s time behind closed doors.

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area, and the best way to do that is actually already in your

near me” in the search bar and usually get decent results.

hand. There are now reliable toilet-finding apps8 available

Google Maps allows users to save specific geolocations to

to assist with your search. If you’re of the opinion that you

a list, so as you encounter more public toilets in your area,

already have too many apps downloaded on your phone,

they can be saved to the toilet archives. You can also eas-

map and review apps are also solid options that you

ily share these lists with others, so some major cities like

probably already have. You can literally put “bathrooms

New York have a map online of all the free public toilets

7 Except when they are “Out of Order.” Seeing that sign is the most frustrating situation to be in (besides trying to order an ice cream at the McDonald’s counter). 8 Technology has finally disrupted the toilet industry.

that you can download to your device.

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over an eighty-year lifetime—almost a full year of your life.

Hi, I’m Plungie!

Time is precious. And I’m here to tell you that nothing should

I noticed that you are read-

stop you from enjoying every minute of it.

ing a book about toilets! I am

And who am I to say? Honestly . . . nobody, or maybe everybody? I’m just a normal person who uses the toilet like

here to help answer some of the deep questions that are common to most of us (but

everyone else on this planet. But if titles and credentials

we might feel silly or afraid

really matter to you, then, yes, I am technically an expert.

to ask) so that everyone can

Malcolm Gladwell popularly stated that you need around ten thousand hours—roughly ten years—of experience in a

go like a pro. Never fear— Plungie is here!

field to become an expert. Since I regularly eat ice cream and pizza despite having an extremely cranky bowel, I probably hit the ten-thousand-hour-mark every year. I’ve struggled on toilets my whole life. And even though I’ve suffered more than enough flare-ups of over-wiping wrist strain,3 I refuse to give up quesadillas, or having a chocolate malt milkshake with my fries, so I’ve officially accepted the side effects of my condition. But that doesn’t mean I suffer. On the contrary: I enjoy the food I love, and I’ve learned how to really

FBI (Federal Bathroom

enjoy my daily time on the toilet. And I want to share that

Investigator) Agent 002

battle-tested knowledge with you—and to help you discover

here, from this toilet team.

a unique formula for your perfect toilet experience. So I don’t want you to change your diet to try to reduce

Throughout the book I’ll occasionally offer you missions. Should you choose to accept

your time in the bathroom—actually, quite the opposite. Let’s

them, these field activities

instead embrace and enjoy our time on the toilet just like a

will require you to defuse some tricky situations with

3 It doesn’t get as much media attention as tennis elbow, but I assure you it’s just as serious.

tactical toilet responses.

BRADFORD WARE lives in New York City. In his spare time, outside the bathroom, he loves sitting in saunas, admiring bonsai trees, and producing eccentric animations under the alias Elderly Boy Studios. This is his first book. EM SPITLER is an award-winning art director, illustrator, and artist whose work has appeared in CDC campaigns, magazine features, icollaborative projects with Sightglass Coffee, and interactive pop-ups in New York City.

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Why do the warriors of Mandalore leave their helmets on?

It’s Mandatorian.

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STAR WARS: DAD JOKES

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By Kelly Knox • Illustrated by Johnny Sampson

A charmingly corny book of Star Wars–inspired dad jokes, perfect for geeky fathers, pun lovers, and sci-fi fans of any age. “What kind of stories do Wookiee parents tell at bedtime? Hairy tales.” “Why do the warriors of Mandalore leave their helmets on? It’s Mandator-ian.” A Jedi Master fights with a lightsaber, but a Jedi father wields the most powerful weapon of all: comedy. Fight the Sith with the knee-slapping, groan-inducing power of these Star Wars–inspired dad jokes or join the dark side and terrorize your family and friends with an army of bad puns. The perfect balance of hokey and wholesome, Star Wars: Dad Jokes is sure to slip through any defenses and have even the most serious of Padawans rolling their eyes. As Master Yoda might say: Laugh, you must!

KELLY KNOX is a Seattle-based writer who contributes to the official websites of franchises like Star Wars, Marvel Comics, and DC Comics, as well as other pop culture sites. Before becoming a writer, Kelly was the MMORPG Star Wars Galaxies community manager. She loves creating original DIY and craft projects for all ages for starwars.com and the Star Wars Kids YouTube channel. JOHNNY SAMPSON is an award-winning American cartoonist and illustrator based in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. His clients include MAD Magazine, The Stranger, The Reader, The New York Times, Vice Records, and Vienna Beef. He is a proud member of the National Cartoonists Society and is currently serving as the Chicago-Midwest Chapter Chair.

New York Times Bestseller

STAR WARS: DAD JOKES $14.95 US • £10.99 UK HC • 9781797227450 128 pp, 5 x 7 in, full-color illustrations throughout, unjacketed Rights: W Humor/Star Wars On Sale: April

New York Times Bestseller

Also available: The Mandalorian and Child

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Darth Vader® and Son $14.95 US • £10.99 UK HC • 9781452106557

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QUEER POWER COUPLES On Love and Possibility • By Hannah Murphy Winter Photographs by Billie Winter

This photographic celebration of queer love and excellence gathers fourteen LGBTQ+ power couples, offering a glimpse into the journeys that led to their meaningful relationships and thriving careers. From designer Debbie Millman’s ardent courtship of writer Roxane Gay to the romantic and creative relationship forged between Perfume Genius bandmates Mike Hadreas and Alan Wyffels on stage during their first world tour, this beautiful book offers a closer look into the lives of 14 inspiring LGBTQ+ couples and the meet-cutes, success stories, and personal reflections that made them the role models they are today. These icons come from a range of backgrounds—they are trailblazers who lead research labs, kitchens, and news organizations; create life-giving art and music; and tell queer stories in award-winning books, films, and television shows. With in-depth original interviews by journalist Hannah Murphy Winter and

intimate photography by their wife, Billie Winter, this diverse collection is a jubilant celebration of queer love and an empowering reminder to younger LGBTQ+ generations of their limitless possibilities. HANNAH MURPHY WINTER (she/they) is a journalist who writes about queerness and policies that impact LGBTQ+ lives. Her work frequently appears in Rolling Stone. She lives in Seattle with her wife, Billie Winter, three cats they found in their shed, and their rescue dog, Pippin. BILLIE WINTER (she/her) is a photographer and videographer. She grew up in Queens, New York, and worked at Rolling Stone as a photo editor for fifteen years until she moved to Seattle and became an organic, regenerative farmer.

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RECIPES INCLUDE:

Breakfast and Dim Sum 點心 : Sampan Congee, Lotus Leaf Rice, “Egg” Tarts Cha Chaan Teng 茶餐廳 and Lunchbox Favorites: Baked Tempeh Chop Rice, Black-Pink Pepper Cabbage Steak, Jackfruit Brisket Noodles Family-Style Dinners, from Festival Foods to Dai Pai Dongs 大牌檔 : “Fish Fragrant” Eggplant, Sweet & Sour Cauliflower, Snow Skin Mooncakes Siu Yeh 宵夜 (Late-Night Snacks) and Sweets: Curry “Fishballs,” Three Treasures, Hong Kong Sweet Buns

THE VIBRANT HONG KONG TABLE 88 Iconic Vegan Recipes from Dim Sum to Sweet Buns • By Christine Wong

A visual and sumptuous ode to Hong Kong that reimagines 88 classic and iconic dishes as colorful and beautiful plant-based meals. A common Chinese greeting is 食咗飯未呀 ? “Have you eaten (rice) yet?” which is how Christine Wong’s paternal grandmother would welcome her home during her childhood in Hong Kong. Food was the language of love, with birthdays and special events always celebrated with family meals, from 9-course banquet-style restaurant feasts to simple home-cooked dinners. After leaving Hong Kong and adopting a vegan lifestyle for health and sustainability reasons, Christine yearned to recreate the flavors and textures of her family’s food at home without animal by-products. Organized by a day of eating through the city and paying homage to its culinary heritage, these fresh, bright, vegetable-based recipes celebrate many of Hong Kong’s most iconic dishes with a vegan twist. “Hong Kong Highlights,”

included throughout, showcase cultural customs such as balancing yin and yang and sharing food family-style. And Mama Wong’s tips for using ingredients like lotus root, taro, and salted oranges, offer an immersive experience of Hong Kong’s culinary and societal traditions. With beautiful imagery, intimate storytelling, and easy-to-follow instructions, The Vibrant Hong Kong Table is a treasury of fresh and inspiring vegan meals straight from the heart of this magnificent city to your home. CHRISTINE WONG is a cook and certified health coach with a focus on environmental sustainability. She hosts workshops that celebrate the joy of preparing dishes with a focus on fresh ingredients and mindfulness toward sustainable choices. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.

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WINE CONVO GENERATOR Mix and Match Witty Phrases to Sound like a Sommelier • By Chasity Cooper

An aspiring oenophile’s dream, Wine Convo Generator provides over 150,000 possible phrases to sound like an instant wine expert. Whether you’re looking to expand your wine vocabulary or just want to sound like you know what you’re talking about, this handy generator is here to help. Each of the 162 flip cards offers an insightful quip that you can say on the fly or mix and match for a longer observation dripping with sommelier-level wine knowledge. Perfect for taking the fake-it-til-you-make-it approach to becoming an actual connoisseur or happily staying a boxed-wine lover, this clever guide is ready for sampling with new and creative things to say about the elixir of life. CHASITY COOPER is a writer and wine culture expert based in Chicago, Illinois.

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WHAT THE BEES SEE By Craig P. Burrows

Discover the magical world of the honeybee with this deluxe book, featuring 70 stunning images shot with ultraviolet technology. A comprehensive look into the amazing science of bees, this book collects mesmerizing ultraviolet-induced visible fluorescence (UVIVF) photography of flowers and nature and offers fascinating research that explores every aspect of our relationship with honeybees. Learn about the history of beekeeping, current environmental impacts affecting bees, and the rise of bee products in medical and wellness spaces. As you travel through the world of bees, you’ll discover a diverse range of flora showcased in a whole new light through the ultraviolet spectrum, from orchids and anemones to manuka and cactus blossoms. A gorgeous gift for environmentalists and photography fans alike, this in-depth book invites us to reimagine the world from a bee’s point of view and better understand its importance to the future of all life on earth.

CRAIG P. BURROWS is a photographer and horticulturalist based in Southern California. His work explores nature through UVIVF photography and aims to engage viewers with the importance of the natural world. His photography has been featured in National Geographic, Colossal, Wired, and Vice, and his work has been exhibited internationally.

WHAT THE BEES SEE $40.00 US • £30.00 UK HC • 9781797230184 192 pp, 8.5 x 10.5 in, full-color photographs throughout, iridescent foil-stamped cover, jacketed Rights: NAM & UK Photography/Nature On Sale: March

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RECIPES INCLUDE:

Coco Bread from Jamaica Arroz con Jueyes (Stewed Crab Rice) from Puerto Rico Masikita (Papaya-Marinated Beef Skewers) from Madagascar Bebek Betutu (Roasted Duck in Banana Leaf) from Indonesia Lechon Kawali (Crispy Fried Pork Belly) from the Philippines

ISLAS A Celebration of Tropical Cooking • 125 Recipes from the Indian, Atlantic, and Pacific Ocean Islands By Von Diaz

The islands spanning the Indian, Atlantic, and Pacific Oceans are remarkable places, sharing ingredients and cooking techniques. Bold flavors drip from the edges of each dish with tastes that represent stories of resistance, persistence, and wisdom passed down from generation to generation. This narrative cookbook travels across oceans and nations to uplift the shared ancestral cooking techniques of these islands in more than 125 recipes, including intimate profiles of the historical context of each technique, stories from islanders, and step-by-step guides for recreating them at home. Islas is about preserving the wisdom, values, and resilience of the people who live in some of the most volatile, vulnerable places on this planet. Each recipe, an archive of strategies for persistence, creativity, and ingenuity, provides a path for cooking delicious food.

VON DIAZ is an Emmy Award–winning documentarian, a food historian, and author. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, she works at the intersections of food, culture, history, and social justice.

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A SENSE OF SHIFTING Queer Artists Reshaping Dance By Coco Romack • Photographs by Yael Malka

Enter the groundbreaking world of queer dance in this gorgeous collection of stories and photographs. Two women hold each other tight as they dance the 2-step. A fierce-eyed man in a long red dress performs flamenco. This book showcases 12 individual artists and dance companies who are reclaiming traditional genres and building inclusive dance communities. Whether professionals or amateurs, ballerinas or experimental performers, pole dancers or line dancers, these artists embody the queer experience in unique ways. Photographer Yael Malka invites us into an intimate experience of rehearsals and performances, and writer Coco Romack offers wide-ranging reflections on the creative process drawn from in-depth interviews with the dancers. This beautiful book documents the rise of a new generation of artists and will inspire dance lovers, LGBTQIA+ creators, and anyone who delights in the power of the human body in motion.

COCO ROMACK is a writer and editor who has contributed to the New York Times, Architectural Digest, and Artforum, among other publications. They live in Brooklyn. YAEL MALKA is a Bronx-born, Brooklyn-based photographer and artist. She has exhibited at the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Gay and Lesbian Art, and her photographs have been published in the New York Times, the New Yorker, and Vogue.

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PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN Art, Rivalry, and Revolution in the Life of Adélaïde Labille-Guiard • By Bridget Quinn

Discover the story of Adélaïde Labille-Guiard—a long-ignored artist and feminist of 18-century France—in this imaginative and illuminating biography from an award-winning writer. Born in Paris in 1749, Labille-Guiard rose from shopkeeper’s daughter to an official portraitist of the royal court—only to have her achievements reduced to ash by the French Revolution. While she defied societal barriers to become a member of the exclusive Académie Royale and a mentor for other ambitious women painters, she left behind few writings, and her legacy was long overshadowed by celebrated portraitist and memoirist Élisabeth Vigée-Lebrun. But Adélaïde Labille-Guiard’s story lives on. In this engaging biography, Bridget Quinn offers a fascinating new perspective on the artist’s feminism, her sexuality, and her vision of the world. This is a compelling and inspiring look at an artist too long overlooked.

BRIDGET QUINN is a writer, art historian, and critic. She is a soughtafter speaker on women and art. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN $29.95 US • £21.99 UK HC • 9781797211879 184 pp, 7.25 x 9.25 in, 15 full-color images, jacketed Rights: W Biography On Sale: April

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THE SECRET GARDEN An Illustrated Edition of the Classic Novel By Frances Hodgson Burnett Illustrated by Kate Lewis

Get lost in the gardens of Misselthwaite Manor with this stunning illustrated edition of The Secret Garden. Beautiful contemporary artwork fills the pages of this unique collectible classic. The Secret Garden has enchanted readers for over a century with its story of second chances, found family, and the healing power of nature. Rediscover the timeless tale with this lush, illustrated volume featuring the unabridged text by Frances Hodgson Burnett and beautiful paintings by Kate Lewis created especially for this edition. Lewis’s immersive illustrations invite us to join Mary Lennox as she discovers the wonders of the overgrown garden and befriends the kind Dickon and the stubborn Colin. With new art on almost every page, this is a keepsake edition to be handed down through the generations.

FRANCES HODGSON BURNETT (1849–1924) was an English American author and playwright best remembered for her beloved children’s stories The Secret Garden and The Little Princess. KATE LEWIS is an artist and the co-author of Artists in Residence. She lives in Tennessee with her family.

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Dress up a piece of grilled chicken with Orange Chimichurri Drizzle Thai Peanut Sauce over steamed veggies to up the flavor factor Add Coconut Chile Crisp to spice up morning eggs Fancify a bowl of ice cream with Blackberry Basil Coulis

SAUCY 50 Recipes for Drizzly, Dunk-able, Go-To Sauces to Elevate Everyday Meals • By Ashley Boyd

Elevate everyday cooking with 50 easy-peasy recipes for delicious, drizzly, dunk-able sauces. Saucy is an accessible collection organized by flavor profile (herby, sweet, spicy, savory, and more) and irresistibly designed with bold graphics and fullcolor photography. This go-to kitchen companion includes simple, super-tasty sauces that transform basics from ordinary to sensational. How-to instructions for 10 homemade dishes, like sautéed shrimp, juicy burgers, and fluffy pancakes, and a handy list of recommended sauce pairings for a range of proteins, vegetables, pasta, beans, grains, and greens, help you get your saucy party started. Amateur cooks, busy parents, and healthy eaters will appreciate these painless ways to upgrade everyday meals. Paired with kitchen basics, first-apartment supplies, or registry items, Saucy also makes a fun and practical graduation, housewarming, or newlywed gift.

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SAUCY $19.95 US • £14.99 UK HC • 9781797218953 152 pp, 5 x 8.25 in, full-color photographs throughout, unjacketed Rights: W Food On Sale: March

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ASHLEY BOYD is a cook and the creator of the blog Pink Owl Kitchen, where she shares delicious, approachable recipes influenced by her Southern heritage. If you ask her, sauce makes everything better— especially Comeback Sauce! She lives outside of Memphis, Tennessee.

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COCKTAILS FOR TWO INCLUDE:

Up All Night Espresso Martinis to fuel a passionate game night and/or a night of passion. StrawBAE & Balsamics to toast each other while on a romantic picnic in the park. Hottie Toddies for a cozy movie night at home with your hottie.

KINDRED SPIRITS Cocktails for Two By Stephanie Wahler • Photographs by Bobbi Lin

A delightful drinks book for couples, Kindred Spirits serves up 40 cocktail recipes to enjoy with your sweetie, 40+ photos, and creative date ideas that will add some spirited fun to your love life. From the mixologist behind the popular @bevsbybeverly Instagram and TikTok accounts, these tempting cocktail recipes are organized by type of date—from the classic dinner date to daytime dates, movie nights, double dates, special occasions, and more. Lush photography sets the mood while sidebars offer memorable date activities—like Arts & Craft & Sip Night and Couchella—a bucket list for couples, a roundup of best romcoms, a sexy playlist, and more. Alongside cocktail paraphernalia or a bottle of liquor, Kindred Spirits is a lovely newlywed, engagement, anniversary, or housewarming gift for couples who enjoy mixing up tasty cocktails at home. Cheers to love, libations, and happily ever after!

STEPHANIE WAHLER draws on her background in bartending and hospitality to share accessible, aesthetically pleasing cocktail recipes with her audience of over half a million followers on Instagram and TikTok. She lives in Miami with her partner and son.

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TIPS AND TRICKS INCLUDE:

Substitutes for all those fancy utensils you don’t have A guide to the least killable houseplants Maximizing the use of the clothing chair And so much more!

THE GOOD ENOUGH GUIDE TO BETTER LIVING Leave Your Dishes in the Sink, Serve Your Guests Leftovers, and Make the Most Out of Doing the Least at Home • By Alison Throckmorton

With an abundance of hilarious household tips, The Good Enough Guide to Better Living is a life-changing, timesaving, liberating guide to making the most out of doing the least at home. Cleaning, cooking, errands—it’s never-ending. It’s dreary. It’s tedious. But only if you’re doing it wrong. With room-byroom advice, this is the ultimate bar-lowering guide to good enough living. Inside, you’ll find tips and tricks for prioritizing your life and keeping your home (and yourself) happy. By doing less, you too can live your dream life—or at least one that’s totally fine just the way it is. The best kind of self-improvement book, this anti-perfectionism guide gives you permission to give yourself a break while getting in some laughs!

ALISON THROCKMORTON is a writer, editor, and domestic underachiever living in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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THE SEA LOVER’S COOKBOOK Recipes for Memorable Meals on or near the Water By Sidney Bensimon

A gorgeous homage to coastal food and living filled with delicious recipes and dreamy photography of beaches, boats, and the sea. For ocean lovers and seafarers, this photo-rich cookbook features 65 vegetable-forward and pescatarian recipes to satisfy hungry sailors and surfers or to savor after a day of beachy languor. From the Captain’s Breakfast Sandwich to Vegetable Ceviche with Coco Leche de Tigre, Lemon and Herb Pasta with Shrimp, and Orange Cardamom Almond Cake, these recipes are easy enough to make in a galley kitchen on a sailboat or in a beach bungalow with limited equipment, and they all encourage seasonal, sustainable cooking. Eco-friendly travel and boating tips, plus vivid stories from the author’s far-flung nautical adventures, make this more than just a cookbook. It is a treasure trove of tempting recipes, a love letter to the ocean, and a vibrant showpiece for any beach house kitchen.

SIDNEY BENSIMON is a food and lifestyle photographer who splits her time between Brooklyn and Maine. She perfected her cooking skills while working as a photographer on sailing trips around the world.

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BEAMING Radiant Visualizations to Expand Your Mind and Open Your Heart • By Marilyne Verschueren

A powerful tool for self-discovery filled with mystical practices, meditations, and mind-expanding visuals from the artist behind the wildly popular Instagram account @beamingdesign. In Beaming, Marilyne Verschueren presents 100 expansive visuals designed to stimulate your mind and awaken your intuition. Messages of hope, resilience, and joy are incorporated into radiant art, with each image offering the reader an opportunity for deep contemplation and introspection. Powerful imagery is paire­­­d with dozens of guided mindfulness, journaling, and breathwork exercises to deepen the interactive experience. For fans of modern mysticism, tarot, and self-care and anyone on a spiritual journey, Beaming is an exquisite companion and a stirring call to follow your truth.

MARILYNE VERSCHUEREN is a visual designer from Belgium. Her artwork explores universal questions and spiritual themes to offer people moments of light, hope, and empathy.

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BLAME THE STARS A Very Good, Totally Accurate Collection of Astrological Advice • By Heather Buchanan

Part surrealism, part humor, and part affectionate guidance, Blame the Stars is a wild adventure into a world of uniquely alternative zodiac signs. Meet passionate and wild Lemo (a.k.a. Leo), kind Lehbrah (Libra), steadfast Clopricrumb (Capricorn), Germini the Twrnnns (take two guesses), and others—signs which, although slightly silly, reveal more about us than we realize. Part One dives deep into each sign, offering insightful tidbits and advice on love, life, and work. Part Two details a year’s worth of sign-specific guidance, holidays (like January 15, the Day of Remembrance for Fallen Houseplants), and journal prompts to spark deep introspection. Full of colorful illustrations from accidental astrologer Heather Buchanan, lots of entertaining nonsense, and occasional sense-sense, Blame the Stars offers the ideal way to contemplate the mysteries of the universe (or have a giggle).

HEATHER BUCHANAN, creator of Horror Scopes horoscopes, had pictures and words tumbling out of her brain professionally for over a decade. She currently lives in Calgary, Canada, with her bewilderingly talented musician husband, Nate, and her sunbeam-findingexpert cat, Poppy.

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FLOWERS FOR THINGS I DON’T KNOW HOW TO SAY By Tucker Nichols

This unique gift book is a reminder that whatever someone may be going through, they always deserve flowers. When it’s the most difficult to find the right words, we turn to flowers to express our compassion and care. This is like a bouquet of flowers in book form. Based on Tucker Nichols’s celebrated multimedia art project entitled Flowers for Sick People, this volume gathers vibrant floral paintings and pairs them with poetic dedications that pay tribute to a kaleidoscope of human experiences, from acts of unsung heroism to mundane moments of everyday beauty: “Flowers for Anyone Currently Eating a Cinnamon Bun in a Hospital Cafeteria,” “Flowers for the Last Time You Laughed So Hard It Hurt,” “Flowers for Spectacular Failures,” and more. Deeply relatable and equal parts heart-wrenching and humorous, this is a gift of comfort and encouragement in any moment and a salve for the loneliness that can come in life’s toughest times.

TUCKER NICHOLS is an artist based in San Rafael, California. His work has been featured at the Drawing Center in New York, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Denver Art Museum, Den Frie Museum in Copenhagen, and Asian Art Museum in San Francisco.

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THE HENNA ARCHIVE A Step-by-Step Guide to 30 Designs By Azra Khamissa

A curated collection of 30 beautiful, easily reproducible designs that captures the past, present, and future of henna. Using her deep love for henna and tapping into her years of hosting workshops, henna expert Azra Khamissa fuses her own unique designs, including leopard prints, crescent moons, Japanese knots, and flowers, with historical and traditional inspiration from Libya, Algeria, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, and more to create The Henna Archive. Touching stories from people around the world sharing their personal connections to henna pair with the designs and illuminate the intimate nature of this ancient body art. Included are detailed how-tos to take your henna practice to the next level and tips, like how to get the perfect stain, what to look for when shopping for the best quality henna products, and how to host your own henna party.

DR. AZRA KHAMISSA is a chiropractor and designer based in the United Arab Emirates. Over the last several years, she has researched the art of henna and has hosted workshops, pop-ups, and talks centered around the practice. In 2020, she released her own henna-making kit.

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FLOWERING Easygoing Floral Design for Surprising Contemporary Arrangements • By Elizabeth Jaime

A fresh, contemporary flower-arranging book from the Miamibased studio Calma Floral, with foundational tips, flower recipes, and bountiful photography that will teach you how to create irreverent arrangements for any occasion. Heralding a new era in floral design—one that favors a playful, modern aesthetic and a laidback approach—this guide to creating trend-forward flower arrangements invites you to think outside the box. Learn how to arrange unique, eye-catching bouquets by pairing unexpected combinations and incorporating a variety of elements and textures, such as fresh and dried blooms, rhinestones, fruit, and tropical foliage. Foundational tips for “flowering” set you up for success, and 20 step-by-step recipes (paired with step-by-step photos!) make it easy to design joy-filled floral moments—from a whimsical fountain of troll grass to a mossy mounded centerpiece, a Rococo-inspired piece worthy of Versailles, a suspended

cloud of fluffy mimosa, and so much more. A must-have for hobbyists and experienced florists looking for something fresh, Flowering is the essential floral book for today. ELIZABETH JAIME, previously a prop stylist and visual editor at Bon Appétit, is the founder of Calma Floral, a Miami-based floral design studio that creates colorful, modern, and tropical(ish) flower work for people and brands.

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COVER NOT FINAL

THE ART OF INSIDE OUT 2

Also available in the series:

By Disney/Pixar

This stunning book showcases the art, behind-the-scenes details, and making of the Disney and Pixar animated feature film Inside Out 2. The next in the fan-favorite, collectible Art of series, The Art of Inside Out 2 presents the story behind the newest film from Pixar Animation Studios and the sequel to the beloved blockbuster Inside Out. It highlights the stunning artwork from the film’s creation—including character designs, storyboards, color scripts, and much more—and features exclusive interviews with the creative team along with behind-thescenes details. This book is the perfect gift for aspiring artists, animators, film buffs, and fans.

The Art of Coco

The Art of Elemental

The Art of Inside Out

The Art of Luca

$42.50 US • £30.00 UK HC • 9781452156439

$40.00 US • £25.00 UK HC • 9781452135182

$42.50 US • £30.00 UK HC • 9781797218519

$42.50 US • £30.00 UK HC • 9781797207254

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$60.00 US • £45.00 UK HC • 9781452182780

The Art of Zootopia

New York Times Bestseller

$40.00 US • £30.00 UK HC • 9781452122236

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Pocket Nature: Beachcombing

Pocket Nature: Cloud Spotting

Pocket Nature: Leaf Peeping

Cultivate Mindful Moments by the Shore

Observe the Clouds to Quiet Your Mind

Discover the Seasonal Wonder of Fall Foliage

$12.95 US • £9.99 UK HC • 9781797217925

$12.95 US • £9.99 UK HC • 9781797218243

$12.95 US • £9.99 UK HC • 9781797217420

Pocket Nature: Mushroom Hunting

Pocket Nature: Stargazing

Pocket Nature: Sunset Seeking

Forage for Fungi and Connect with the Earth

Contemplate the Cosmos to Find Inner Peace

Find Inspiration in the Beauty of the Sun’s Cycle

$12.95 US • £9.99 UK HC • 9781797221342

$12.95 US • £9.99 UK HC • 9781797221366

$12.95 US • £9.99 UK HC • 9781797218557

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POCKET NATURE SERIES

POCKET NATURE: BEEKEEPING

POCKET NATURE: FLOWER FINDING

Explore the Marvelous World of Honeybees By Ariel Silva

Delight in the Splendor of Wild Blooms By Andrea Debbink

Step into the remarkable world of the honeybee in this illuminating and delightfully illustrated pocket guide. For budding apiarists, this introductory book offers fascinating information about honeybees and everything you need to know to begin your own beekeeping journey. In these pages, you’ll discover the inner workings of the beehive, the properties of honey, the basics of keeping bees, and the joys that come from this meditative hobby, including a thriving garden, environmental stewardship, and a supportive community (not to mention delicious honey!).

Find peace and stillness among the flowers with this lovely pocket guide to observing, identifying, and appreciating wild blooms. Learn when and where to look for wildflowers, how to identify different varieties, and what flowers can teach us, from fireweed’s resilience to dandelion’s adaptability. This petite guidebook also offers creative ideas for appreciating blooms, such as making botanical art, writing poetry, meditating in nature, and arranging a beautiful bouquet when picking is appropriate. Flower and nature lovers and mindfulness practitioners will appreciate the appealing illustrations and thoughtful reflections throughout.

ARIEL SILVA began keeping bees in 2012 after moving onto a 100-yearold farmstead. He sells his delicious linden honey online and teaches people all over the world about the joys of beekeeping and the importance of pollinators through his popular TikTok account @bowserbee. Silva and his apiary are located in northern Illinois.

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ANDREA DEBBINK is an editor, an author, and a master naturalist based in Wisconsin. She is the author of more than a dozen books and writes a monthly newsletter for nature lovers and conservationists called Natural Wonder.

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Addie Ant was quite happy in the Tomato Bed she lived in with her Aunt Gertie and Aunt Zelda, but she had always longed to adventure her way across the great big garden to the far side of the shed where the watermelons and sunflowers grew.

Addie loved when Lewis got carried away with their floral descriptions, but it made her even more antsy to journey on to the next bed. “How exciting! I do need to be on my way though, Lewis,” Addie said as she looked up at the sun, realizing it was already midday.

“Ah, yes! Right,” Lewis said, remembering their initial point. “Head just past the Cucumber Bed, and when you reach the Big Shed, hang a right and then a quick left, and you’ll be there.”

ADDIE ANT GOES ON AN ADVENTURE By Maren Morris & Karina Argow Illustrated by Kelly Anne Dalton

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Maren Morris and former schoolteacher Karina Argow have together written their picture-book debut, Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure. This delightful story of one little ant’s journey for independence while realizing when to ask for help is set against the backdrop of a vast and abundant garden inhabited by some very helpful insect friends. Addie Ant travels from one garden bed to another on her first solo adventure. As she forges her own path, she gets lost along the way and finds help from her trusted garden pals, Lewis Ladybug, Beatrix Butterfly, and Cleo Cricket, to find her way back home. MAREN MORRIS is a celebrated singer-songwriter, CEO, and Texan. She is the recipient of many top music awards including five Country Music Association Awards, five Academy of Country Music Awards, and one Grammy Award. Morris is a leading voice in country music for change and equality in the music industry. She and her son, Hayes, reside in Nashville, Tennessee.

For once, Lewis had not exaggerated. Not even a little bit. There were giant, green-striped globes positively falling over the walls of the Watermelon Bed. Millions of flowers were abloom, and in the middle of it all, there was Beatrix Butterfly spreading her gorgeous, velvety wings.

“Cleo? I know Cleo Cricket!” Addie exhaled with relief. Cleo Cricket came to the Tomato Bed once a week to practice her chirping scales, and Addie always loved Cleo’s unique tone that no one else had in all of the garden.

“Hello, Addie!” Cleo exclaimed. “Did you know that I work part-time as a cricket carriage?” she asked when she saw the little ant’s surprised expression. “What’s a cricket carriage?” Addie asked. “You’re looking at her! Hop on.”

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KELLY ANNE DALTON is an artist and storyteller living in the wild mountains of Montana. Her illustrations can be found on children’s books, greeting cards, fabric, home decor collections, and a range of items for the gift market.

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“The eyes that have seen an ocean cannot be satisfied with a mere lagoon.” “Macho yaliyotazama bahari hayatosheki na wangwa.”

Monacle constructed from wire hanger.

“You are not born a leader, you become one.”

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In Camo 20, the multi-use metal strip is reinterpreted into a new, eye catching focal point that demands attention and intrigue. The work explores the potential hidden within the mundane, providing a unique and thought-provoking twist that leaves you hung on its captivating charm.

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At first glance, this dapper monocle seems to be a bespoke accent to a swirling pink story, but in fact, it is ingeniously crafted from a simple and unglamorous clothing hanger. Ubiquitous in the wardrobe of the hard working Kenyan, these unappealing hangers find new life as props, hooks, impromptu TV antennas, and even latches to stubborn doors.

“Huzaliwi kiongozi, wajitahidi kuwa kiongozi.”

These constructed images are not digital manipulations but physical sets that incorporate African Ankara wax textiles as backdrops, custom-tailored clothing and headdresses, and bold accessories made from everyday household objects. Throughout the book, each image is paired with an inspirational African proverb in both English and Kiswahili, expressing the collected wisdom of generations. Sayings such as “With a little seed of imagination, you can grow a field of hope” convey the uplifting spirit of Muriu’s work, which empowers women, preserves tradition, and celebrates African beauty and culture. A visually stunning art book and cultural touchstone, Camo is a collectible treasure as the first book to showcase the work of a rising star in the world of photography and art.

“Lazima utende kana kwamba haiwezekani kushindwa.”

Africa boasts a rich history of female leadership- from queens and female chiefs to strong political leaders, all of whom have left behind successful legacies. Female pharaohs, such as Cleopatra and Nefertiti ruled ancient Egypt. Queen Nzinga, the warrior queen, commanded an army composed almost entirely of women and was a fierce barrier against enslavement of her Congolese people. In Kenya, Chief Wangu defied societal norms, becoming the only female tribal leader during the fight for independence in a time when the position was held exclusively by men. Her Everlasting Legacy honours all these African female leaders of the ages, whose long-lasting impact have shaped the collective heritage of the continent and became the centre points of African legacy. Their contributions inspire generations to come, serving as an inspiring highlight to the strength and leadership capabilities of women. Eyewear constructed from hair combs.

“A person is a person because of other people.” “Mtu ni mtu kwa sababu ya watu wengine.”

Every Kenyan woman’s secret weapon is her personal tailor. A woman’s tailor is a hidden advantage she fiercely guards, whispering it only to her closest friends. For it is her tailor who lets her know when the newest fabric stock is available so that she can get the first pick and design a bespoke dress. Seamstresses not only construct beautiful creations, but become image consultants- convincing their clients to try new looks or bolder details. A flattering cut, perfect pattern alignment and neat stitching are the hallmarks of a masterful creation coveted by others. In her own creative process Thandiwe instinctively participates in this cultural practice. Designing the garments worn by her subjects, she collaborates closely with her own Secret Weapon, her tailors, to bring those custom pieces to life. Every Camo print is marked by precision and intentionality as she chronicles the ever evolving journey of African beauty. Eyewear constructed from spools of thread.

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THANDIWE MURIU, born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya, discovered photography at age fourteen, experimenting with her father’s old Nikon camera. Muriu has collaborated with brands such as Apple, Dior, and Lavazza, and has exhibited her work internationally.

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As the sole woman operating in the male-dominated advertising photography industry in Kenya, Thandiwe Muriu has repeatedly confronted questions around the role of women in society, the place of tradition, and her own self-perception. These experiences inspired her personal project of cultural reflection: the Camo series.

HER EVERLASTING LEGACY

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An everyday item becomes a power woman’s enhancement. Green aviators, a statement piece for the high necked domina, are crafted from steel wool scouring pads. Steel wool is found in every homestead in Kenya because it efficiently scrubs the commonly used Sufuria–– Kiswahili for ‘aluminium cooking pot’–– to shining perfection. It is a mark of pride for every good Kenyan housewife to have her collection of sufurias glistening in silver brilliance. Thandiwe has many fond memories of dishwashing in her childhood, using steel wool to quickly scour the sufurias used to cook that day’s family meal, then stacking them like a Russian babushka doll before dashing off to grab her camera for a photo session with her sisters.

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PALACE COSTUME Inside Hollywood’s Best Kept Fashion Secret By Mimi Haddon

Palace Costume is a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Palace Costume & Prop Co., an exclusive Los Angeles film industry haven of dresses, gowns, garments, accessories, props, and jewelry featured in countless movies for over fifty years. Envisioned and curated by owner Melody Barnett, Palace Costume is a 30,000-square-foot treasure trove of over half a million pieces and a beloved and legendary collection for costumers, stylists, and designers. Hundreds of classic films have featured clothing from Palace over the years, including Bonnie and Clyde, Chinatown, and The Godfather, to name just a few. Interviews with more than a dozen Academy Award–winning costume designers are featured with corresponding film stills that highlight the clothing and accessories they selected from Palace. Acclaimed designers such as Mark Bridges (Boogie Nights, Licorice Pizza), Sandy Powell (Carol), Ruth E. Carter (Frankie and Alice), Arianne Phillips (Once upon a Time in Hollywood), Shirley Kurata (Everything Everywhere All at Once), and Mary Zophres (La La Land, Babylon) each share insightful anecdotes about the importance of Palace Costume as their go-to creative resource, especially for historic period films. CHRONICLE CHROMA

Los Angeles–based photographer Mimi Haddon has been artfully photographing the vintage gems at Palace Costume for many years. Over 300 of her stunning, stylized, and saturated images are featured in this visually comprehensive and delightful celebration of this one-of-a-kind archive. MIMI HADDON is a photographer, fiber artist, and the art department chair at New Roads School. Her work has been featured in Communication Arts and the New York Times.

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Photographs © 2024 by Doan Ly. From Still Life, published by Chronicle Chroma, 2023.

Photographs © 2024 by Doan Ly. From Still Life, published by Chronicle Chroma, 2023.

Photographs © 2024 by Doan Ly. From Still Life, published by Chronicle Chroma, 2023.

Photographs © 2024 by Doan Ly. From Still Life, published by Chronicle Chroma, 2023.

STILL LIFE NOTECARDS 20 Notecards and Envelopes Photographs by Doan Ly

Doan Ly’s striking photography elevates floral design to an art form. Her playful and innovative floral arrangements and her use of color and lighting are visually stunning. This lovely stationery set of 20 blank notecards with accompanying envelopes comes in a keepsake box featuring a pull-out tray with a thumb-cut detail, making it perfect to use for any occasion or give as a gift. It also pairs beautifully with Still Life, Ly’s hardcover coffee-table photography book of the same name. DOAN LY is a florist, artist, designer, and photographer based in New York City. Through her studio, a.p. bio, Ly focuses on elevating floral ÒA floral designer who heightens the drama design to art. Her unique installations have been created for weddings, of nature.Ó events, museum shows, and art exhibits. She photographs her still-life creations herself and shares them on her popular Instagram account, @doan_ly, which has a dedicated fan base.

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Chronicle Prism was founded in 2018 to expand the range of content that Chronicle Books publishes. A Chronicle Prism book challenges perspective, nurtures understanding, and deepens the conversation and practice of our lives. Our select list of nonfiction is rooted in (but not limited to) the categories of health and wellness, self-help, creative business, science, spirituality, and social change.



LIFE AS WE KNOW IT (CAN BE) Stories of People, Climate, and Hope in a Changing World • By Bill Weir

Award-winning journalist Bill Weir takes readers through time and around our changing world to confront the biggest threats to life as we know it and search for proven ways to build happier, healthier, and more resilient communities, come what may. While reporting from every state and continent, and filming his acclaimed CNN original series, The Wonder List, Bill has spent decades telling the stories of unique people, places, cultures, and creatures on the brink of change. And as the first chief climate correspondent in network news, he is immersed in the latest scientific warnings and breakthroughs while often on the frontlines of disasters, natural and manmade. After the birth of his son in April 2020, Bill began distilling these experiences into a series of Earth Day letters for his boy to read in 2050, weaving the worry and wonder into a reminder to other anxious parents that they are not alone and a better future can still be written.

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It’s hard to find anyone who believes that the land or your birth in the Age of Unreason is normally functioning or peaceful. And what happens now that flood, drought, fire, storm and pandemic are no longer rare but expected? By most calculations, climate change will only steepen our pyramids, making it increasingly harder to reach peak potential, unless . . . We flip it. Unless we decide that the very best versions of ourselves must begin at the bottom of the pyramid. Unless we decide that the next-level Love and Esteem that we want can only come if Planet Earth’s needs come first. The kind of Love and Esteem that only comes in guaranteeing a clean sip of air and water for every living thing, forever.

With a storyteller’s flair, Bill digs into fascinating corners of history, psychology, technology, and his own biography to connect the lessons he’s collected. Life As We Know It (Can Be) is a celebration of the wonders of our planet, a meditation on the human wants and needs that drive it out of balance, and an inspiration for communities to galvanize around nature and each other as the very best way to brace for what’s next. BILL WEIR is an award-winning journalist and chief climate correspondent for CNN.


Using easy-to-find everyday items you can find at the grocery store, learn to think like a scientist and create amazing experiments, including: Color-changing slimes to discover if dogs really do see the world in black and white A glow-in-the-dark jellyfish to explore the science behind bioluminescence An unpoppable bubble to learn about why toothpaste never dries out Egg geodes to play with supersaturated liquids and crystallization And more!

STAY CURIOUS AND KEEP EXPLORING: NEXT LEVEL 50 Bigger, Bolder Science Experiments to Do with the Whole Family • By Emily Calandrelli

The bestselling, must-have science experiment series is back! MIT engineer Emily Calandrelli, host of Netflix’s Emily’s Wonder Lab and FOX’s Xploration Outer Space, is taking things to the next level with 50 big, bold, brand-new experiments that sparkle, bubble, and explode. With this follow-up to the national bestseller Stay Curious and Keep Exploring, scientists of all ages will have a blast learning about STEAM concepts, playing, discovering spectacular Did You Know? facts, and being introduced to Who to Know, diverse biographies of rock stars in the science and technology world. Get ready to explore subjects like Superhero Science, Kitchen Science Lab, and Science in Color. This latest installment of the Stay Curious and Keep Exploring series is sure to light sparks of curiosity and fuel a passion for science.

EMILY CALANDRELLI is an MIT engineer turned science TV host of Emily’s Wonder Lab on Netflix and the Emmy-nominated Xploration Outer Space on FOX, and the author of the Ada Lace Adventures and Reach for the Stars. Emily has worked with Bill Nye, Will Smith, and Cardi B to promote STEAM and has been featured on the Today Show and The Drew Barrymore Show. She enjoys sharing her love of science with her followers at @TheSpaceGal on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok and on her YouTube channel at YouTube.com/ SpaceGal.

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Thinking like a chess player can change your life.

I’m not writing those words just because I’ve spent more than four decades studying, playing, coaching, and commentating on chess. The 605 million people worldwide who play regularly would agree. School sys­tems in several countries have included chess in their curricula because educators know that the game helps develop analytical and strategic thinking, abstract rea­soning, concentration, focus, patience, grit, determi­nation, memory, creativity, self-awareness, and respect for the genius in others.

MOVE BY MOVE Life Lessons on and off the Chessboard By Maurice Ashley

A book of life advice drawing on the timeless wisdom of chess from Maurice Ashley, who at age 33, became the first African American to attain the rank of International Grand Master of Chess. Since that historic moment, he has brought his love of the game to a wide audience as an educator, innovator, and motivational speaker. In Move by Move, Ashley guides readers through the essential lessons that chess has taught him about life, using personal examples from his rise from an immigrant kid playing matches in Brooklyn parks to the most rarified levels of competition, as well as insights and anecdotes from fellow notable chess players. In short chapters with practical takeaways, this book reaches from the fundamental to the counterintuitive on subjects ranging from self-knowledge to strategic thinking to the importance of failure. Perfect for anyone interested in understanding how lessons from the most famous game of strategy can help you reach your goals.

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MAURICE ASHLEY is a Chess Grandmaster, an ESPN commentator, a three-time national championship coach, and an author. In 1999 he earned the title of Chess Grandmaster, making him the first Black Grandmaster in the game’s history, and in 2016 he was inducted into the US Chess Hall of Fame. He lives in Florida.


THIS WAY TO CHANGE A Gentle Guide to Personal Transformation and Collective Liberation—Prose, Poems, Practices By Jezz Chung

An inspirational roadmap to changing yourself—and the world— through self-healing, transformation, and decolonization from artist, poet, and performer Jezz Chung. In This Way to Change, Jezz shares contemporary poetry, accessible prose, and healing practices from different therapeutic modalities to explore subjects like healing your inner child, nourishing friendships, decolonizing your thinking, deconstructing binaries, and intentional community-making. The interactive healing practices in this book include writing and reflection prompts, somatic exercises, guided meditations, and more to help readers tap into their powers of self-healing on their journey through change.

JEZZ CHUNG (they/them) is an artist, poet, and public speaker focusing on cultural change through personal transformation. Jezz’s neurodivergent, queer, Korean American experiences shape their work, which has been featured in outlets like TeenVogue, Paper Magazine, and Fast Company, among many others. They live in New York.

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SMALL DOSES OF AWARENESS A Microdosing Companion—Guided Journal By Shin Yu Pai and Amy Wong Hope

A 12-week companion guide for exploring and deepening the therapeutic possibilities and healing potential of microdosing psychedelics. For anyone ready to embark on their own microdosing journey, Small Doses of Awareness is a guided journal for deepening your reflections and integrating the knowledge gained through your microdosing experiences. Each of the 12 weeks has a different focus—from journeying inward, to questioning and deconstructing self-limiting beliefs, to aligning with your values and exploring your identity, to harnessing the power of mindfulness and creativity, and more. With short personal essays from the authors introducing each week’s focus, thoughtful writing and reflection prompts, and a template for recording insights and observations, this alternative therapy journal will help you make the most of the small doses of awareness that psychedelic microdosing provides on the road to self-healing.

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SHIN YU PAI is an award-winning visual artist, teacher of creative writing, and author of 11 books. Shin Yu has been a practicing Buddhist for 25 years and studied contemplative practice and mindfulness at Naropa University. Currently, she is the host, writer, and producer of The Ten Thousand Things, a podcast on Asian American stories for KUOW Public Radio in Seattle. She lives in Seattle, Washington. AMY WONG HOPE is a licensed clinical social worker and program certificate director for psychedelic studies at the New Earth Institute at Southwestern College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She has advanced training in EMDR, sensorimotor psychotherapy, brainspotting, internal family systems, and mindfulness, and is an MDMA-assisted therapist in private practice trained through the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS). She holds a Diversity, Culture and Social Justice in Psychedelics certification from Chacruna Institute and an MSW from Simmons College. She lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.


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Sigh: In moments of parental overwhelm, take a breath all the

way into your belly. Imagine it’s a sigh of relief. Sighs help you stop and center yourself instead of reacting to the “should” in your head. See: Notice what’s going on. See your child. Are they happy?

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about what an appropriate reaction would be. Do they need a hug? Some space? Something else?

SIGH, SEE, START How to Be the Parent Your Child Needs in a World That Won’t Stop Pushing—A Science-Based Method in Three Simple Steps • By Alison Escalante, MD

In a perfectionistic parenting culture that tells you that you are never enough no matter how much you do for your kids, this unique approach empowers you with a simple technique to gain confidence, remain grounded, and connect positively with your children. Dr. Alison Escalante is a pediatrician who has experienced first-hand the culture of criticism and anxiety that drains parental joy and leaves parents feeling bad about what they should or should not be doing with and for their children. She calls this the parenting “ShouldStorm,” and this book is her invitation to escape that cycle and be the parent your child needs. Dr. Escalante outlines her 3-step science-based approach to escaping the ShouldStorm and embracing should-free mindful parenting. She clearly explains how to implement this approach in everyday situations and shares real results from parents and children who use the technique. This book offers a simple SIGH, SEE, START $27.95 US HC • 9781797223667 240 pp, 6 x 9 in Rights: US & Canada Parenting On Sale: February

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approach and practical, proven strategies any parent can use. It also explores parenting culture and why it has become more and more intense over recent decades. For anyone who wants a proven toolkit for resisting a parenting culture that shames them when they can’t meet unrealistic expectations, Sigh, See, Start is the new go-to tool for joyful parenting. DR. ALISON ESCALANTE, MD is a board-certified pediatrician and an Adjunct Professor of Pediatrics at Rush University. She has been treating children for almost 20 years and has spent the last 10 years exploring methods and workable solutions to target parental stress. She’s a regular contributor to Psychology Today and Forbes, and her work has also been featured in Inc. and USA Today.


THE DIVERSE CAST OF UNRULY FIGURES PROFILED INCLUDES:

Kandake Amanirenas, queen of the Kingdom of Kush (modern-day Sudan), who led an army against the invading Romans Manuela Sáenz, revolutionary from Ecuador and collaborator and lover of Simón Bolívar Henry Dunant, Swiss humanitarian and founder of the Red Cross Elaine Sturtevant, known as Sturtevant, a misunderstood American artist who took appropriation and pop art to new heights

UNRULY FIGURES Twenty Tales of Rebels, Rulebreakers, and Revolutionaries You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of By Valorie Castellanos Clark

A fascinating look at the lives of 20 rebels and rule-breakers throughout history and what made their contributions to society— in science, politics, art, and more—transformative. Here, the author and host of the popular Unruly Figures Substack newsletter and podcast gives you access to the lives and often untold stories of some of history’s most intriguing individuals. Of all the rebels and revolutionaries who have acted around the world, these are often overlooked. Whether they are a bit familiar or entirely new to you, each of these historical figures provides a vivid example of what it means to live life on one’s own terms and have a lasting influence on society. In the first collection of its kind, spotlighting a young historian’s fresh view on unheralded rebels, these characters’ true stories are brought to life through enthralling narratives of their feats and an original illustration of each. Even those whose names are recognizable—like Jonas UNRULY FIGURES $24.95 US • £18.99 UK PB • 9781797223636 224 pp, 6 x 9 in, 20 full-color illustrations Rights: W Biography On Sale: March

Salk—have moments of rebellion that are largely left out of their histories. Dive into this collection of hidden history tales—those of scientists, artists, revolutionaries, activists, heirs to thrones, and so many more—and you are guaranteed to be inspired. VALORIE CASTELLANOS CLARK is a historian and author focusing on unruly people and the emergence of queer identity. She has an MA in History and Literature from Columbia University, writes a Substack, and hosts a podcast called Unruly Figures. She lives in Los Angeles.

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FEATURED MUSEUMS INCLUDE:

The Field Museum, Chicago The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York The Museum of Modern Art, New York The Norman Rockwell Museum, Stockbridge, Massachusetts The National Portrait Gallery, Washington, DC La Brea Tar Pits, Los Angeles National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Canada Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston Museum of Motherhood, St. Petersburg, Florida Chapultepec Castle, Mexico City, Mexico American Museum of Natural History, New York And many more

FOOTNOTES FROM THE MOST FASCINATING MUSEUMS Stories and Memorable Moments from People Who Love Museums • By Bob Eckstein

A beautiful, smart, entertaining new art book from New Yorker cartoonist and author Bob Eckstein that is a love letter to museums and museum-goers, filled with lush and whimsical illustrations paired with stories and anecdotes from curators, museum workers, museum visitors, and more. Footnotes from the Most Fascinating Museums is a collection of the greatest and most beloved museums of North America curated by the author of the New York Times bestseller Footnotes from the World’s Greatest Bookstores. This delightful twist on an art history book shows these institutes in a way not seen before, illustrated in a lush and idealized style. The 75+ museums featured include the biggest and boldest names (MoMA, the Whitney) and the more offbeat (Museum of Bad Art, the Museum of Jurassic Technology). They span the US, Canada, and Mexico and include those FOOTNOTES FROM THE MOST FASCINATING MUSEUMS $27.50 US HC • 9781797224398 176 pp, 8.5 x 7 in, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: US & Canada Art/Museum Studies On Sale: May

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specializing in art, natural history, academia and science, and more. The 155 original pieces of artwork illustrate a story about the museum or showcase a particular work of art in its collection. A perfect gift for artists, art lovers, and adventurers of all ages, this collection of funny, heartfelt, and quirky profiles is an inspiring celebration of museums, why we go to them, and why we love them so much. BOB ECKSTEIN is an award-winning illustrator, writer, and cartoonist for the New Yorker, New York Times, Reader’s Digest, Smithsonian Magazine, Atlas Obscura, and many others. He was editor for The Ultimate Cartoon Book of Book Cartoons series and is contributing editor for Writer’s Digest. He lives in New York City.


WELL WORN Visible Mending for the Clothes You Love By Skye Pennant

Mend and revive your favorite well-worn garments with this comprehensive guide to visible mending techniques from the founder of Slow Stitch Club. Well Worn is a fresh and engaging clothing repair guide and accessible introduction for anyone looking to explore visible mending to revolutionize their wardrobe, whether you are a stitching pro or have never picked up a needle and thread. Mending is a creative outlet and a slow and therapeutic skill, and author and textile artist Skye Pennant shares the joys of mending by teaching traditional darning and sashiko techniques to help fight against wardrobe perfectionism as well as fast fashion, making for gorgeous visible mending results. Her introduction includes a short history of mending followed by key techniques, fabrics, tools, and materials. Sections are organized by type of clothing to mend: Jeans & Denim, Sweaters & Knitwear, T-Shirts, Socks, and more. An outstanding WELL WORN $24.95 US PB • 9781797229690 144 pp, 7.4 x 9.7 in, full-color images throughout Rights: US & Canada Crafts/Needlework On Sale: May

gift or self-purchase for anyone interested in refreshing their wardrobe, fostering a more sustainable lifestyle, saving money and avoiding fast fashion, or simply engaging with a crafty new creative outlet, this sewing basics book is all about mending clothes you love, one slow stitch at a time. SKYE PENNANT is a textile artist living in Frome, Somerset, England. She has a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design Enterprise and, in recent years, has established Slow Stitch Club, an initiative based around celebrating and educating about the joys of visible mending.

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THE POLLINATOR GARDEN PLANNING DECK Build a Thriving Habitat for Bees, Birds, and Butterflies • By Cathy, Michael, and Jenny Katz

A handy and beautifully designed card deck featuring a diverse array of plants, flowers, and trees and related growing information that makes it easy for anyone to cultivate and maintain pollinator-friendly plants in their own garden. Gardeners of all levels can join in the movement toward ecologically friendly gardening and welcome diverse species of birds, butterflies, and more to their backyard or balcony gardens or farms, by simply choosing pollinator plants that will thrive in their environment. The 109 cards included in The Pollinator Garden Planning Deck are brimming with information and full-color photographs of a diverse assortment of wildflowers, shrubs, trees, and grasses whose nectar and pollen nurture a range of pollinators. Many are perennials, meaning they are easy to maintain and require little upkeep. Specific species in the deck are native to the POLLINATOR GARDEN PLANNING DECK $19.95 US • £17.99 UK BOX • 9781797226286 3.6 x 6 in, box with lift-off lid, 109 cards, full-color photographs throughout Rights: W Gardening On Sale: February

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United States, but many of the plants have European counterparts. Each card features a vibrant photo and describes the size, color, growing conditions, planting considerations, nourished pollinators, and special qualities of these pollinator plants. With more than 100 profiled plants, the deck can easily be sorted and grouped to find the right selection for your garden, season by season, making it a wonderfully customizable resource. That’s A Plenty Farm & Pollinator Habitat is a 3-acre pollinator nursery situated in the floodplain of the Connecticut River in Hadley, Massachusetts. Started in 2007 by MICHAEL and CATHY KATZ, 3 generations of family, including their daughter and coauthor JENNY KATZ, currently contribute to the farm.


YOU’LL BE GUIDED THROUGH THE PROCESS OF BECOMING AN ADEPT ROCKHOUND, INCLUDING:

How to read geologic maps and way-find How to consider the ethics of rock collecting Developing your personal tastes in rocks and building a collection

BEAUTIFUL ROCKS AND HOW TO FIND THEM A Modern Rockhound’s Guide • By Alison Jean Cole

This contemporary guide to rock collecting goes beyond the “where and how” to include info on environmental impact, land stewardship, and building a truly meaningful collection. This informative guidebook by professional lapidary artist and outdoor recreation guide Alison Jean Cole shows you that beautiful rocks can be found anywhere. You’ll be expertly guided through the practice of rockhounding (looking for rocks) while learning how to be gentle on the earth. Unlike traditional rock guides, which take readers to well-trodden locations in each state, this book can be used anywhere in the United States or Canada. Packed with information and full-color photos, Beautiful Rocks and How to Find Them is perfect for both seasoned and beginner rockhounds and makes a wonderful gift for anyone who loves looking for and identifying cool rocks in the wild but could use some expertise and guidance. BEAUTIFUL ROCKS AND HOW TO FIND THEM $24.95 US • £18.99 UK PB • 9781797224435 208 pp, 5.5 x 8 in, 58 full-color photos Rights: W Nature/Rocks & Minerals On Sale: March

ALISON JEAN COLE is a geology enthusiast based in Portland, Oregon. She travels all over the western United States in search of materials to use in her lapidary craft. She leads rockhounding expeditions, is a proud member of her local rock club, and self-publishes Thunderegg, a zine that focuses on the changing face of rockhounding culture.

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The Forest Is...

FOREST By Christie Matheson

This beautifully illustrated nonfiction children’s picture book begins with a view of the forest at a distance, then zooms in on its fascinating details, including the amazing trees, bright birds, adorable baby animals, and other wonders of nature that inhabit it. The rhythmic text and inviting watercolor illustrations allow curious young readers to observe, explore, and learn what makes forests so special and vitally important. An engaging read-aloud that invites questions and conversation, Forest offers an intriguing introduction to the natural world and encourages little ones to develop a connection with the great outdoors that can last a lifetime. Perfect for any time of year and a beautiful way to celebrate spring, Earth Day, Mother’s Day, or the arrival of a new baby, this endlessly delightful book includes additional information about forests and what we can do to care for them.

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CHRISTIE MATHESON is the author of the acclaimed picture books Tap the Magic Tree, Touch the Brightest Star, and Plant the Tiny Seed, as well as the middle-grade novels Shelter and Select. She lives in San Francisco with her family.


EVERYONE GETS A TURN By Marianne Dubuc

A heartwarming story about friendship, taking turns, and caring for one another by beloved children’s book author and illustrator Marianne Dubuc. In Dubuc’s signature soft and inviting watercolor scenes, Bear, Hare, Turtle, and Mouse make an unexpected discovery and turn to each other to find a shared solution. They decide they each will have a turn caring for a precious little egg they find in the woods. Mouse’s house is chilly, so a cozy fire is set ablaze in the fireplace. At Bear’s house, exercise and activity rule the day, and Little Egg hatches out of her shell! The next stop is Hare’s house, where Bear and Hare dote over the newborn chick and face a new challenge: trying to find something for her to eat! Finally, it’s on to Turtle’s house for a special time exploring Turtle’s treasures and sharing stories. A wonderful book with a timeless message, Everyone Gets a Turn encourages young readers to share and trust in the power of community and their own resourcefulness. EVERYONE GETS A TURN $18.99 US HC • 9781797227290 60 pp, 7.5 x 9.5 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: NAM Juvenile Fiction Age 3 to 6 On Sale: March

MARIANNE DUBUC is an award-winning writer and illustrator living in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. She is the author/illustrator of more than 20 children’s books.

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YOU’LL LEARN ABOUT:

Tufting machines, materials, and techniques Workspace setup Contemporary rug artists and their designs The history of tufting and some of the women and men whose inventions brought the craft to life How to create projects from start to finish, including everything from a bathmat, bedside rug, shawl collar, or chair slipcover to a picture frame, sculptural work of art, or stunning tufted cat tree!

TUFT THE WORLD An Illustrated Manual to Tufting Gorgeous Rugs, Decor, and More • By Tiernan Alexander & Tim Eads

A visual how-to guide on the craft of tufting rugs, home decor, and more from the duo behind Tuft the World, the tufting company that has helped launch and educate a new generation of tufters. Whether you’re creating your first project or are a seasoned tufter, this detailed guide shows through step-by-step instructions and 175 color photographs how to create contemporary, stylish, and enjoyable machine-tufted rugs, clothes, and objects. Unlike online videos, this book is a long-lasting reference showcasing the versatility and creativity of the craft by experts. Included are sidebars on historical context for amateur and professional rug-making in America and spotlights on current tufting makers. This much-needed companion expands knowledge for new and experienced tufters interested in the booming craft of machine-tufted rugs and decor. Accessible, thorough, and enriching, this book is sure to make a tufter out of anyone. TUFT THE WORLD $25.95 US • £19.99 UK PB • 9781797224565 208 pp, 7.5 x 9 in, full-color photographs throughout Rights: W Crafts/Rugs On Sale: April

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TIERNAN ALEXANDER and TIM EADS are Texas-born artists and business owners living and working in West Philadelphia. In 2018 they started Tuft the World, which provides tufters the high-quality tools, materials, and instruction they need to make their own incredible projects. Alexander holds an MA from the prestigious Winterthur Program in American Material Culture and an MFA from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. Eads is a master printer and holds an MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art.


“ There is a tradition of shopkeeping, a tradition of codes, etiquette, and customs. For the most part, it is an oral history, passed along, person to person. You learn to be a retailer—not by going to college, but by going to work. You learn from people who have learned how to run a shop.” —from the Introduction

SHOPKEEPING Stories, Advice, and Observations • By Peter Miller

For more than four decades, Peter Miller has run a design bookshop that shares his name in Seattle. He has also written three of his own books, manuals about cooking and about food and about eating together. In this love letter to his day job, Miller writes for the first time about his other love: shopkeeping. Miller crafts stories from the bookshop floor with wry humor and skillful storytelling. Readers are taken on a shopkeeping journey and will come to understand along the way that small shops characterize our towns and cities, making them unique, special, and worth visiting and living near. This essay collection is for shop lovers everywhere and captures the art and heart of running a local shop treasured by the community that surrounds it. By the end, you can’t help wanting to own a shop.

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PETER MILLER opened Peter Miller Books, an architecture bookshop, in Seattle in 1980, and has grown it into the thriving and beloved local bookshop it is today. He was a member of the Seattle Design Commission from 1998 to 2001, an honorary member of the AIA, and a writer for Food52 and Post Alley. He lives in Langley, Whidbey Island, Washington, and takes the Sounder train each morning to work.

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INCLUDING:

Architects from the Aaltos (Aino and Alvar) to Zumthor Rivals Bernini and Borromini Photographers Lee Miller, Louise Dahl-Wolfe, Vivian Maier, Dody Weston Thompson, Margaret Morton, and Judith Turner Midcentury modernists Marcel Breuer, Walter Gropius, and Florence Knoll Charlotte Perriand, Lilly Reich, Anne Tyng, and Denise Scott Brown

THE ARCHITECT AND DESIGNER BIRTHDAY BOOK By James Biber

A thoughtfully curated collection in a stunning package that recognizes and celebrates the birthdays of famous, infamous, and often-overlooked designers and architects. Drawn from architect James Biber’s epic Instagram project in which he posted a birthday bio of a famous (or less famous) designer or architect every day for a (mid-pandemic) year, The Architect and Designer Birthday Book is filled with personal, opinionated, and humorous observations on fascinating design and architect figures past and present. The minibiographies and birthday profiles cover a range of international architects and designers, as well as artists. More anecdotal histories than authorized biographies, these daily profiles are not only fun to read but provide spot-on commentary for anyone interested in how designers and architects relate to each other as well as their place in history. It is the intersection of Biber’s life and the history of THE ARCHITECT AND DESIGNER BIRTHDAY BOOK $45.00 US • £35.00 UK HC • 9781797224541 384 pp, 5 x 10 in, flexi-bound iridescent silver cover Rights: W Architecture/Design On Sale: June

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architecture and design, and the gift book design and architect professionals and students didn’t know they needed but will no longer be able to live without. JAMES BIBER is an architect and founder of the firm Biber Architects, based in New York. He has designed projects as diverse as the HarleyDavidson Museum in Milwaukee, the USA Pavilion at the 2015 Expo in Milan, Italy, the restoration of Richard Neutra’s Sten-Frenke house in Santa Monica, and, for one client, 12 houses across the country.


This book covers the most pressing issues and provocations that designers face in our current world, including:

The evolution of personal branding Teaching design history The cult of minimalism The perils of hero worship Designers’ role in conspicuous consumption The meaning of visual sustainability And more.

WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A DESIGNER TODAY Reflections, Questions, and Ideas from AIGA’s Eye on Design • Edited By Liz Stinson and Jarrett Fuller

A provocative collection of essays and interviews that cover a wide-reaching examination of the profession of design today and its impacts on society and culture. AIGA’s Eye on Design is an editorial platform that has, for the last decade, covered the ins and outs of the design industry. From documenting bold new work from global designers to chronicling the field’s most critical issues, their reported stories, op-eds, interviews, and conversations help designers make sense of the world and place their profession within a broader context. Weaving together original and previously published content from some of the most important writers in today’s design conversation, this book encapsulates wide-reaching topics that strive to answer an essential question: What does it mean to be a designer today? Contributors include the book’s editors, Liz Stinson and Jarrett Fuller, WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A DESIGNER TODAY $40.00 US • £30.00 UK PB • 9781797224558 240 pp, 6 x 9 in, full-color illustrations throughout, deep flaps, foil-stamped cover Rights: W Design/Essays On Sale: April

and such outstanding writers as Rick Poynor, Anne Quito, Briar Levit, Cliff Kuang, and many more. Accessible, engaging, and conversational, What It Means to Be a Designer Today is an enduring resource and vibrant gift book that speaks to design students and educators, working designers of all levels, and anyone interested in graphic design. LIZ STINSON is a journalist and editor. She has covered the intersection of design, culture, and business for publications including WIRED, Fast Company, Architectural Digest, and more. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. JARRETT FULLER is a designer, writer, educator, editor, and podcaster. He is an assistant professor of graphic design at North Carolina State University and the host of the podcast Scratching the Surface. He lives in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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“ Thinking with Type is to typography what Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time is to physics.” —I Love Typography

THINKING WITH TYPE A Critical Guide for Designers, Writers, Editors, and Students (3rd Edition, Revised and Expanded) By Ellen Lupton

The essential and bestselling guide to typography from beloved design educator Ellen Lupton—revised and expanded to include new and additional voices, examples, and principles, and a wider array of typefaces. This is the definitive guide to using typography in visual communication. Covering the essentials of typography, it explores everything from typefaces and type families to kerning and tracking to grids and layout principles. Lupton provides clear and focused guidance on how letters, words, and paragraphs should be aligned, spaced, ordered, and shaped. Historical and contemporary examples of graphic design show how to learn the rules and how to break them. Critical essays, eye-opening diagrams, helpful exercises, and dozens of examples and illustrations show readers how to be inventive within systems that inform and communicate, Thinking with Type is the typography book for THINKING WITH TYPE $29.95 US • £21.99 UK PB • 9781797226828 256 pp, 7 x 8.5 in, typographic illustrations throughout Rights: W Design/Typography On Sale: March

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everyone: designers, writers, editors, students, anyone who works with words on page or screen, and enthusiasts of type and lettering. ELLEN LUPTON is a designer, writer, and educator. She has written numerous books about graphic design, including Graphic Design Thinking and Extra Bold: A Feminist, Inclusive, Anti-racist, Nonbinary Field Guide for Graphic Designers. She teaches in the Graphic Design MFA program at Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore (MICA), where she proudly serves as the Betty Cooke and William O. Steinmetz Design Chair. She is also Curator Emerita at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York City.


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Caldecott Honor–winning illustrator Brendan Wenzel’s irresistible animal images take the spotlight in this new series of concept board books for young children, based on his award-winning picture book Hello Hello.

HELLO HELLO COLORS HELLO HELLO SHAPES By Brendan Wenzel

Say hello to early learning concepts and the wild world of animals! Little ones will learn their colors with the help of a zebra, a swordfish, a sloth, and . . . an axolotl? Plus they’ll learn their shapes with the help of a couple of polar bears, some tree frogs, and a whole host of parrots! More than 100 wonderful and endangered creatures from earth, sea, and sky parade across the pages and show the beauty and variety of our planet. A key at the back of each book identifies the animals for even more nature fun.

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A playful, imaginative story of friendship, empathy, and discovery by Caldecott Honor winner Brendan Wenzel.

TWO TOGETHER By Brendan Wenzel

In this companion book to They All Saw a Cat and Inside Cat, a journey home leads to unexpected adventures for a cat and dog. Cat and Dog are headed home. A simple route lies ahead of them . . . or does it? There’s so much to see and smell and hear, and the two of them experience the world very differently. A stream, for instance, is watery fun for Dog, but it may not be so delightful for Cat! As their journey becomes an adventure full of twists and turns, Cat and Dog show that it’s possible for two creatures to travel in the world together despite their distinctive perspectives and abilities—and even to appreciate and enjoy them. With the irresistible read-aloud appeal of Brendan Wenzel’s They All Saw a Cat, winner of the Caldecott Honor, this is a funny, exuberant tale that’s an imaginative tribute to empathy, friendship, and understanding.

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Inside Cat AWA R D WINNER

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TWO TOGETHER $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797202778 48 pp, 11 x 9 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 3 to 5 On Sale: April

BRENDAN WENZEL is a New York Times–bestselling author and illustrator based in upstate New York. He has written and illustrated several award-winning books for children, including Inside Cat, A Stone Sat Still, Hello Hello, and They All Saw a Cat, which was a recipient of a Caldecott Honor.

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COMET CHASER The True Cinderella Story of Caroline Herschel, the First Professional Woman Astronomer By Pamela S. Turner Illustrated by Vivien Mildenberger

The thrilling and beautifully illustrated biography of Caroline Herschel, who made a lifetime of incredible contributions to science. She was the first woman to discover a comet, the first officially recognized in a scientific role, and the first to be given a Gold Medal by the Royal Astronomical Society. In a day when girls were barely educated at all, Caroline’s father taught her math and music, but her mother saw her as little more than a household servant. Everything changed when her brother took her from Germany to England where they started building telescopes in their free time, gradually making them larger and larger, and discovering new comets—even new planets! When the great astronomers of the day came to see for themselves, they found that the Herschels had made the best telescopes of their time. From household drudge to belle of the scientific ball, Caroline

Herschel won international prizes never before awarded to a woman and earned a professional wage from the king. She and her discoveries remain as stunning today as they were then. In this delightfully imaginative retelling of Caroline’s career, her fairy godmother is none other than her own bright intelligence, hard work, and passion for science. PAMELA S. TURNER is the author of several acclaimed nonfiction books and lives in Oakland, California. VIVIEN MILDENBERGER has worked on many award-winning books, including the Robert F. Sibert Honor winner All In a Drop. She lives near Nashville, Tennessee.

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COMET CHASER $19.99 US • £14.99 UK HC • 9781452145433 60 pp, 9.5 x 10.5 in, full-color illustrations throughout, foil-stamped cover, jacketed Rights: W Age 5 to 8 On Sale: March

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Also available: Libba

The Magnificent Musical Life of Elizabeth Cotten $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452148571

Lights! Camera! Alice!

The Thrilling True Adventures of the First Woman Filmmaker $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452141343


A gorgeously illustrated companion to Matt Lamothe’s This Is How We Do It featuring 50 kids from across the United States. 50 UNIQUE, AUTHENTIC PORTRAITS OF GROWING UP IN AMERICA INCLUDE:

Families who live in a variety of dwellings, from houseboats and yurts to farms, Native reservations, and Air Force bases Children with adoptive families, stepfamilies, single-parent families, two moms or dads, and those who live with their grandparents Children living with health conditions such as leukemia and muscular dystrophy Families from a range of social, religious, and economic backgrounds

ALL ABOUT U.S. A Look at the Lives of 50 Real Kids from Across the United States By Matt Lamothe with Jenny Volvovski

Matt Lamothe and Jenny Volvovski document the daily lives of 50 children from America’s 50 states in this compelling companion to the award-winning picture book This Is How We Do It. From the rocky coastline of Maine to the lush rainforests of Hawai‘i, read about the many different places American kids call home— and about real kids who live there. In Iowa, Amelia and her dad soar through the skies in their red-and-white-striped plane. In Rhode Island, Ramon and his sisters ride scooters in the apartment building courtyard. In Louisiana, Adrain Jr. races his dirt bike down a gravel road, speeding past cornfields. This illustrationpacked nonfiction children’s book depicts a diverse collection of families, homes, and dreams, highlighting what makes each child’s world so unique yet also familiar. All About U.S. brings us together by celebrating the similarities and differences between kids’ dayto-day experiences across the United States.

MATT LAMOTHE was born in Maine. His family moved to Alabama when he was in middle school and to Florida when he was in high school. JENNY VOLVOVSKI was born in Moscow, Russia. Her family moved to California when she was in middle school and to Illinois when she was in high school. They both went to art school in Rhode Island and moved together to Chicago, Illinois. After 19 years in the Midwest, they moved to southern Washington. Matt and Jenny hope to one day visit every state in the United States. They have 12 more to go.

ALL ABOUT U.S. $19.99 US • £14.99 UK HC • 9781797213705 84 pp, 9 x 12 in, jacketed Rights: W Age 8 to 12 On Sale: June

Also available: This Is How I Do It

$12.99 US • £9.99 UK PB • 9781452174600

This Is How We Do It CHILDREN’S

$18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781452150185

AWA R D WINNER

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ON A SUMMER NIGHT By Deborah Hopkinson • Illustrated by Kenard Pak

Step into the quiet magic of this celebration of summer nighttime and the mystery of a world lit differently by the moon. On a summer night, the world is still. Even the crickets think it’s too hot to sing. But all at once, a girl wakes. In the kitchen, the cat rolls onto its soft paws. A neighbor’s small white dog yaps, a brown rabbit peeks from a hedge, and the leaves of a cherry tree begin to stir in the breeze. Readers witness and wonder: Who has woken them all? In this soothing bedtime story, the quiet of a warm summer night is brought to vivid, magical life with the soft steps of bare feet, the padding of paws, and the bright, golden light of the moon. One by one, each creature is roused and then gently returned to sleep in a lovely and lyrical exploration of wakefulness, restfulness, and the mysterious calm of the night.

DEBORAH HOPKINSON is the author of many books for young readers and lives near Portland, Oregon. KENARD PAK is a picture book illustrator and animation art director living in San Francisco.

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ON A SUMMER NIGHT $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797200132 56 pp, 9 x 11 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed, foil stamped jacket Rights: W Age 3 to 5 On Sale: May

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Also available: Butterflies Belong Here $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781452176802

Follow the Moon Home $16.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452112411 AWA R D WINNER


THE BOOK THAT CAN READ YOUR MIND By Marianna Coppo

Prepare to be amazed: This is not an ordinary book—it’s a magical one! Lady Rabbit goes beyond pulling a rabbit out of a hat or making herself disappear. For her next act, she will READ YOUR MIND! That’s right: You pick a member from the magician’s adorable audience—don’t tell which one you’ve chosen— and this book will guess who it is! Inspired by 17th‑century magic books, this interactive game in a book will enchant readers of all ages, compelling them to pick among many intriguing, illustrated characters and play over and over (and over) again. Now, without further ado . . . let the magic show begin! MARIANNA COPPO is the author and illustrator of Such a Good Boy, A Brave Cat, Fish and Crab, and Petra. She studied editorial illustration at Mimaster in Milan, Italy, and lives in Rome.

Also available: Such a Good Boy

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452177748 CHILDREN’S

THE BOOK THAT CAN READ YOUR MIND $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797229010 48 pp, 8.25 x 11.5 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 5 to 8 On Sale: March

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WAKE UP, WOODLANDS By Karen Jameson • Illustrated by Marc Boutavant

In this beautifully illustrated picture book follow-up to their beloved bedtime book Woodland Dreams, Karen Jameson and Marc Boutavant offer a lyrical and reassuring ode to the morning and a celebration of a new season, affirming the power of greeting the day with energy, positivity, and hope. Readers will adore the heartwarming illustrations and tender moments between animal parents and children. Perfect read-aloud to share over breakfast, with a preschool class for morning storytime, or on the first day of spring. KAREN JAMESON is a children’s author, poet, teacher, and literacy advocate. She lives and works in Southern California. MARC BOUTAVANT has illustrated a wide range of books and games. His work has also appeared in the New York Times and the New Yorker. He lives in Paris, France.

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WAKE UP, WOODLANDS $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797215037 32 pp, 10 x 9.6 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 3 to 5 On Sale: March

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Also available: Farm Lullaby

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452181035

Woodland Dreams

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452170633


A SUNDAE WITH EVERYTHING ON IT By Kyle Scheele • Illustrated by Andy J. Pizza

From the laugh-out-loud talent behind A Pizza with Everything on It, Kyle Scheele and Andy J. Pizza stir up yet another deliciously hilarious picture book adventure that will melt readers’ hearts. Embark on a quest for dessert that is truly out-of-thisworld in this deliciously funny family adventure tale. Sure, it’s hard to find a bowl big enough for an asteroid-size scoop of ice cream, but when your mom is a quantum physicist who also happens to be the inventor of a space-time travel device, the sweet taste of success is all but guaranteed. Get ready for a joyride around the Spooniverse as this mom and son duo embark on an inter-dimensional quest for the perfect dessert!

Also available: A Pizza with Everything on It

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797202815 CHILDREN’S

A SUNDAE WITH EVERYTHING ON IT $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797221625 44 pp, 10 x 9.6 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 5 to 8 On Sale: April

KYLE SCHEELE is an artist, author, and professional speaker who travels across the country using storytelling to inspire and motivate people of all ages. He lives in Springfield, Missouri, with his family. His favorite flavor of ice cream is Super Lemon. ANDY J. PIZZA is the New York Times-bestselling illustrator behind the popular podcast Creative Pep Talk and the author-illustrator of many books for children and adults. He lives in Columbus, Ohio, with his family. His favorite ice cream is cookie dough + cookies and cream.

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TREASURE OF MEASURES By Mike Downs • Illustrated by Joy Hwang Ruiz

There are so many little life moments to measure—and so many creative ways to measure them! How do you measure how long it takes to read a good book? Sure, you can use units of time, like minutes or hours . . . but you can also use your very own measurements: how many times you laugh or cry, how many pages you turn, or how many times you ask to read it again. And measuring rainfall could mean using decibels of sound or how many people you see opening umbrellas. This playful picture book introduces young readers to different units of measurement, then invites them to think of creative ways to quantify the meaningful moments in their lives. The possibilities are as limitless as the imagination! MIKE DOWNS is the author of more than 30 children’s books. He lives in Florida. JOY HWANG RUIZ is the illustrator of several picture books and lives with her family in Southern California.

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TREASURE OF MEASURES $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797212159 48 pp, 10 x 9.6 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 3 to 5 On Sale: April

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FINDING GRATEFUL By Dianne White • Illustrated by Faith Pray

A heartfelt picture book that celebrates embracing the moment and finding gratitude right here, right now. What does grateful look like? How does it feel? How do you find it? Even in the face of a challenge, you don’t need a map: You just need to pay attention to the little things—a smile, a hug, the smell of newly cut grass—that add up to a sense of presence and hope. With evocative, lyrical prose, this warmly illustrated children’s book is a reminder to pause, reflect, and take in the glimmers of positivity and connection that can be found amid even the most difficult circumstances. Both a timely meditation on finding gratitude in everyday moments and a timeless ode to the simple joy of truly being present, Finding Grateful encourages readers to slow down and embrace the beauty of being right where they are. DIANNE WHITE is the author of 9 books and lives in Gilbert, Arizona. FAITH PRAY is an author-illustrator who lives in the Pacific Northwest.

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FINDING GRATEFUL $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797211237 44 pp, 10 x 9.6 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 5 to 8 On Sale: April

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“ It is difficult to find the words to describe the type of loss a Genocide can cause to a young child. I’ve been looking for something similar for my own son. This picture book is a good start to help explain loss and raise the many questions necessary to start the conversation.” —Serj Tankian, activist, artist, and lead vocalist for System of a Down

LOST WORDS An Armenian Story of Survival and Hope By Leila Boukarim • Illustrated by Sona Avedikian

Based on a true family story, this inspiring picture book about the Armenian Genocide shares an often-overlooked history and honors the resilience of the Armenian people. What is it like to walk away from your home? To leave behind everything and everyone you’ve ever known? Poetic, sensitive, and based on a family’s personal history, Lost Words follows a young Armenian boy from the day he sets out to find refuge to the day he finally finds the courage to share his story. LEILA BOUKARIM writes stories for children that inspire empathy and encourage meaningful discussions. She lives in Berlin, Germany. SONA AVEDIKIAN is an Armenian illustrator born in Beirut, Lebanon, and currently based in Detroit, Michigan. She often takes inspiration from Armenian art and architecture.

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LOST WORDS $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797213651 44 pp, 10 x 9.6 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed hardcover Rights: W Age 5 to 8 On Sale: March

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JUNETEENTH IS By Natasha Tripplett • Illustrated by Daniel J. O’Brien

An intimate look at Juneteenth, this story is a warm exploration of a family and a community. Juneteenth is the smell of brisket filling the air. Juneteenth is the sounds of music, dancing, and cheering ringing from the parade outside. It is love. It is prayer. It is friends and relatives coming together to commemorate freedom, hope for tomorrow, and one another. This book is an ode to the history of the Black community in the United States, a tribute to Black joy, and a portrait of familial love. With poignant text and vivid illustrations, Juneteenth Is offers a window and a mirror for readers, resonating with kids who will see themselves reflected in its pages and those who hope to understand experiences beyond their own.

Also available: What Do Brothas Do All Day?

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797215051 CHILDREN’S

JUNETEENTH IS $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797216805 40 pp, 10 x 9.6 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 5 to 8 On Sale: April

NATASHA TRIPPLETT lives in Northern California, where she writes from a tree house perched in a sycamore. She is a Jamaican Jewish American author who is passionate about cultural representation in children’s literature. DANIEL J. O’BRIEN is a Trinidadian-born author and illustrator. He holds a BFA in illustration from the School of Visual Arts. He currently lives in New York.

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YOU’LL ALWAYS BE MY CHICKADEE By Kate Hosford • Illustrated by Sarah Gonzales

Weaving together the wonders of nature and a parent’s devotion in one glorious day of outdoor exploration, this picture book is a beautiful, unforgettable ode to the bond between caregiver and child. Busy birdsong, breaking dawn, melodies above the lawn. Fly right over here to me. You’ll always be my chickadee. With lyrical, rhyming text by author Kate Hosford and gorgeous illustrations by artist Sarah Gonzales, this gentle book shows that there are as many ways to say I love you as there are special moments to be shared together. A restful bedtime book, a cherished read-aloud, and a memorable gift for new families, You’ll Always Be My Chickadee reassures young children that no matter what, our love for them is as steadfast as the tallest forest tree and as endless as the stars in the sky.

KATE HOSFORD is a Vermont College of Fine Arts graduate and the author of a number of award-winning poetic picture books. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. SARAH GONZALES is a Filipino Canadian illustrator living in Montreal, Quebec. She is a graduate of the Alberta College of Art and Design and has illustrated several books for children.

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YOU’LL ALWAYS BE MY CHICKADEE $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797214375 32 pp, 9.5 x 10.5 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 3 to 5 On Sale: April

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“ A truly original story that charmed me from start to finish. This book put a big smile on my face!” —Lesléa Newman, author of Welcoming Elijah: A Passover Tale with a Tail, winner of the Sydney Taylor Book Award and National Jewish Book Award

“ A delightful reimagining of Jewish folklore! Magic that will captivate children of all backgrounds.” —Ruth Behar, Pura Belpré Author Award winner and author of Tía Fortuna’s New Home: A Jewish Cuban Journey, a Sydney Taylor Notable Book

TOO MANY GOLEMS By Jane Yolen • Illustrated by Maya Shleifer

Award-winning author Jane Yolen brings us a delightfully humorous tale inspired by Jewish folklore of a well-intentioned but mischievous boy who accidentally summons 10 golems. The rabbi’s son, Abi, has a habit of getting in trouble. It’s not on purpose, and usually, they’re harmless accidents. But this time, Abi has stolen a scroll from the synagogue—to practice his Hebrew!— and is not ready for what, or rather, who will show up at his front door as a result. The golems Abi summons may look monstrous, but we soon learn they are only there to help! With beloved author Jane Yolen’s signature wit and delightful illustrations by Maya Shleifer, Too Many Golems conveys the unexpected joy of magical accidents and the importance of being a good neighbor to all. JANE YOLEN, hailed as the Hans Christian Andersen of America, has written more than 400 books, won numerous awards, and received 6 honorary doctorates in literature. She lives in Western Massachusetts. MAYA SHLEIFER is a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer who has illustrated more than a dozen children’s books that have been translated into several languages and garnered global accolades. She lives in Israel.

Also available: A Bear Sat on My Porch Today

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452102498

Elefantastic!

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TOO MANY GOLEMS $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797212142 40 pp, 11 x 9 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 5 to 8 On Sale: April

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452176819

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MARÍA MARIPOSA By Karla Arenas Valenti Illustrated by Ana Ramirez Gonzalez

From acclaimed author Karla Arenas Valenti and New York Times– bestselling illustrator Ana Ramírez González comes a lyrical children’s book about finding confidence, embracing identity, and recognizing that your unique self is more than enough. A gift from Mexico alights on María Mariposa’s windowsill on her first day of school in a brand-new country: “¡Una mariposa!”/ “A butterfly!” And with the butterfly, in comes magic. Filled from her toes to her new butterfly wings with memories of home, María knows exactly who she is. But when everything at school is different and strange, doubt begins to make María’s confidence fade away. The place she comes from, the community she loves, the magic inside her . . . does any of it really belong in her new life in the United States? With courage and compassion, this picture book confronts the most difficult moments—and feelings—of being new, sweeping readers up in a powerful celebration of the magic we each contribute to the world.

KARLA ARENAS VALENTI was born and raised in Mexico City but has since put down roots in other places she now calls home: France, Germany, Japan, and the United States. The author of several children’s books, Karla lives and writes in the Chicago area. ANA RAMÍREZ GONZÁLEZ is an artist and filmmaker at Pixar Animation Studios by day and a New York Times–bestselling illustrator by night. Born and raised in Guanajuato, Mexico, Ana attended art school in France and now divides her time between San Francisco, Paris, and Guanajuato.

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MARIA MARIPOSA $17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797207933 52 pp, 9.5 x 8.75 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 3 to 5 On Sale: July

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Addie loved when Lewis got carried away with their floral descriptions, but it made her even more antsy to journey on to the next bed. “How exciting! I do need to be on my way though, Lewis,” Addie said as she looked up at the sun, realizing it was already midday.

“Ah, yes! Right,” Lewis said, remembering their initial point. “Head just past the Cucumber Bed, and when you reach the Big Shed, hang a right and then a quick left, and you’ll be there.”

For once, Lewis had not exaggerated. Not even a little bit. There were giant, green-striped globes positively falling over the walls of the Watermelon Bed. Millions of flowers were abloom, and in the middle of it all, there was Beatrix Butterfly spreading her gorgeous, velvety wings.

ADDIE ANT GOES ON AN ADVENTURE By Maren Morris & Karina Argow Illustrated by Kelly Anne Dalton

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Maren Morris and former schoolteacher Karina Argow have together written their picture-book debut, Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure. This delightful story of one little ant’s journey for independence while realizing when to ask for help is set against the backdrop of a vast and abundant garden inhabited by some very helpful insect friends.

“Cleo? I know Cleo Cricket!” Addie exhaled with relief. Cleo Cricket came to the Tomato Bed once a week to practice her chirping scales, and Addie always loved Cleo’s unique tone that no one else had in all of the garden.

“Hello, Addie!” Cleo exclaimed. “Did you know that I work part-time as a cricket carriage?” she asked when she saw the little ant’s surprised expression. “What’s a cricket carriage?” Addie asked.

Addie Ant travels from one garden bed to another on her first solo adventure. As she forges her own path, she gets lost along the way and finds help from her trusted garden pals, Lewis Ladybug, Beatrix Butterfly, and Cleo Cricket, to find her way back home.

MAREN MORRIS is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter, CEO, and Texan. She is the recipient of many top music awards including five Country Music Association Awards, five Academy of Country Music Awards, and one Grammy Award. Morris is a leading voice in country music for change and equality in the music industry. She and her fellow singer-songwriter husband, Ryan Hurd, and their son, Hayes, reside in Nashville, Tennessee. KARINA ARGOW is a Nashville-based former high school English teacher, an avid gardener, and a close friend of Maren Morris. KELLY ANNE DALTON is an artist and storyteller living in the wild mountains of Montana. Her illustrations can be found on children’s books, greeting cards, fabric, home decor collections, and a range of items for the gift market.

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ADDIE ANT GOES ON AN ADVENTURE $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 978-1-7972-2891-4 9 x 11 in, 40 pp Ages 3 and up Rights: W On Sale: April

“You’re looking at her! Hop on.”

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TARO GOMI’S BIG BOOK OF WORDS By Taro Gomi

Learning new words and phrases has never been so fun—and funny! Taro Gomi introduces toddlers to first words in unforgettable ways: From flowers to a face, to greetings and games, this one-of-a-kind collection not only provides first-word basics but a fresh and fun-filled approach all while letting the youngest of readers “travel” to Japan through its pages. At once a first word and phrases primer and an introduction to new people and places, this content-rich collection will be treasured by kids and caregivers alike. TARO GOMI is a well-known author and illustrator who has created more than 400 books and products for readers of all ages, including Everyone Poops; My Friend; Spring is Here; Little Truck; Little Chicks; Run, Run, Run!; and Taro Gomi’s Wooden Play Set. He lives in Tokyo, Japan.

CHILDREN’S

TARO GOMI’S BIG BOOK OF WORDS $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797217109 64 pp, 9.5 x 10.5 in, full-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 3 to 5 On Sale: March

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Also available: My Friends

$6.99 US • £4.99 UK BB • 9780811847865

Spring is Here

$6.99 US • £4.99 UK BB • 9780811823319

Run, Run, Run!

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797226682


POETRY COMICS By Grant Snider

Combining poetry and comics in a whole new way, this fun and imaginative book is perfect for poetry lovers and reluctant readers alike. From the cloud-gazing hours of early spring to the lost bicycles of late autumn, Grant Snider’s brilliantly illustrated Poetry Comics will take you climbing, floating, swimming, and tumbling through all the year’s ups, downs, and in-betweens. He proves that absolutely everything, momentous or minuscule, is worthy of attention, whether snail shells, building blocks, the lamented late bus, or the rare joy of unscuffed shoes. These poems explore everything you never thought to write a poem about, and they’re so fun to read you’ll want to write one yourself. Not to worry, there’s a poem for that, too!

Also available: What Color Is Night? $15.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781452179926

What Sound Is Morning? $15.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781452179933

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POETRY COMICS $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797219653 96 pp, 8 x 10 in, full-color illustrations throughout, unjacketed Rights: W Age 8 to 12 On Sale: March

GRANT SNIDER began drawing and writing before he knew what he was doing. Soon it was too late to stop. He is the author of Nothing Ever Happens on a Gray Day, One Boy Watching, What Sound Is Morning?, and What Color Is Night?, among other wonderful books. Snider lives in Wichita, Kansas, where he also practices orthodontics.

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SHINE ON, LUZ VÉLIZ! By Rebecca Balcárcel

Now in paperback, this award-winning book celebrates identity, language, heritage, family, and the determination to follow one’s own inner light. Have you ever been the best at something . . . only to lose it all? Luz Véliz is a soccer star—or rather, she was a soccer star. With her serious knee injury, it’s unlikely she’ll be back on the field anytime soon. But without soccer, who is she? Even her dad treats her differently now—like he doesn’t know her or, worse, like he doesn’t even like her. When Luz discovers she has a knack for coding, it feels like a lifeline to a better self. If she can just ace the May Showcase, she’ll not only skip a level in her coding courses and impress Ms. Freeman and intriguing, brilliant Trevor—she’ll have her parents cheering her on from the sidelines, just the way she likes it. But something—someone— is about to enter the Vélizes’ lives. And when Solana arrives, nothing will be the same ever again. Unforgettable characters, family drama, and dauntless determination illuminate Luz’s

journey as she summons her inner strength and learns to accept others and embrace the enduring connection of family. Through it all, Luz’s light is a constant—a guide for others, a path forward through the dark, and an ineffable celebration of her own eternal self. REBECCA BALCÁRCEL’s debut novel, The Other Half of Happy, is a Pura Belpré Honor book and was named a Booklist Top 10 First Novel for Youth of the Year and an ALSC Notable Children’s Book. She currently serves the students of Tarrant County College as associate professor of English and lives in Bedford, Texas.

CHILDREN’S

SHINE ON, LUZ VELIZ! $8.99 US • £6.99 UK PB • 9781797227757 276 pp, 5.6 x 8 in Rights: W Age 8 to 12 On Sale: March

Also available: The Other Half of Happy $16.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781452169989 $7.99 US • £5.99 UK PB • 9781797213910

Shine On, Luz Véliz!

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797209678

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“ The free-verse narration is totally accessible, flowing quick and clear, and Holt plays with form, beautifully highlighting the parallel internal journeys, often achieving something akin to a musical duet. Ultimately, this is a . . . moving story well-told.” —Booklist, starred review

An Odyssey Honor book A Rainbow Book List selection An NCTE Notable Poetry Book selection A Booklist Top 10 Romance Fiction Book for Youth

REDWOOD AND PONYTAIL By K.A. Holt

The award-winning novel is now in paperback! Celebrated author K.A. Holt delivers an emotional wallop in this universal story of finding a way to be comfortable in your own skin. Kate and Tam meet, and both of their worlds tip sideways. At first, Tam figures Kate is your stereotypical cheerleader; Kate sees Tam as another tall jock. But the more they run into each other, the more they learn. Beneath Kate’s sleek ponytail and perfect facade, Tam sees a goofy, sensitive, lonely girl. And Tam’s so much more than a volleyball player. She’s everything Kate wishes she could be. It’s complicated. Except it’s not. When Kate and Tam meet, they fall in like. It’s as simple as that. But not everybody sees it that way. From the author of House Arrest and Knockout, this unforgettable novel in verse will appeal to anyone who’s ever been unsure about the self they’re becoming. Sometimes you know who you’re meant to be with before you know who you’re meant to be.

Also available by K.A. Holt:

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House Arrest

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK PB • 9781452156484

Knockout

$16.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452163581 $7.99 US • £5.99 UK PB • 9781797205311

Rhyme Schemer

$6.99 US • £4.99 UK PB • 9781452145709

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Ben Y and the Ghost In the Machine The Kids Under the Stairs

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452183213

Benbee and the Teacher Griefer

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REDWOOD AND PONYTAIL $9.99 US • £6.99 UK PB • 9781797228600 432 pp, 5.6 x 8 in Rights: W Age 10 and up On Sale: May

K.A. HOLT is the author of Rhyme Schemer, House Arrest, Knockout, the Kids Under the Stairs series, and several other books for young people. She lives in Austin, Texas.

The Kids Under the Stairs

$18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781452182513

Redwood and Ponytail $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781452172880

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HENRY AND THE SOMETHING NEW Book 2 • By Jenn Bailey • Illustrated by Mika Song

From the creators of A Friend for Henry and Henry, Like Always comes a delightful beginning chapter book about embracing new experiences, starring a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum. It’s Field Trip Day! Henry’s class is excited to visit the museum, but Henry is not so sure. The museum means maybe seeing dinosaurs, Henry’s favorite. But it also means a lot of things that are new: a noisy school bus ride, a building full of echoes and hallways, and plenty of chances to get lost. Will he find something that makes all of this new worth the trip? Come along with Henry in this funny, bighearted tale about trying new things, exploring new places, and finding the courage to make yourself heard.

JENN BAILEY is an author, editor, blue-ribbon pie baker, and eager traveler. She received her MFA from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. She now calls Leawood, Kansas, home. MIKA SONG grew up in Manila, Philippines, and Honolulu, Hawaii. She moved to New York City to attend Pratt Institute and worked in animation before making children’s books. She lives in New York City.

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HENRY AND THE SOMETHING NEW $14.99 US • £10.99 UK HC • 9781797213903 56 pp, 6 x 8 in, two-color illustrations throughout, jacketed Rights: W Age 6 to 9 On Sale: March

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Also available: A Friend for Henry $16.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452167916 Henry, Like Always

$14.99 US • £10.99 UK HC • 9781797213897


BOOKS MAKE GOOD FRIENDS ACTIVITY BOOK By Jane Mount

This hands-on activity book written and illustrated by Jane Mount is bound to thrill young bookworms and bibliophiles everywhere! Bursting with dozens of crafts, games, stickers, and other goodies, this is the perfect birthday gift, travel companion, and boredom buster for kids who have already read every book on their shelf (twice!) and still hunger for more. From drawing prompts and coloring pages to 3D paper crafts, Jane Mount has devised a treasure trove of book-themed activities sure to keep young readers gleefully occupied until their next trip to the library—all while igniting their creativity and continuing to foster a lifelong love of reading.

Also available: Books Make Good Friends $18.99 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797209654

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BOOKS MAKE GOOD FRIENDS ACTIVITY BOOK $14.99 US • £10.99 UK PB • 9781797209661 64 pp, 8 x 10 in, paperback activity book with punch-out activities and sticker sheets Rights: W Age 8 to 12 On Sale: June

JANE MOUNT is an illustrator, designer, writer, and maker of things— particularly things for people who love books. She is the creator of Ideal Bookshelf (idealbookshelf.com); the author and illustrator of Books Make Good Friends; Bibliophile: An Illustrated Miscellany; and many other Bibliophile products. She lives in a log cabin on Maui, Hawai’i, with her husband, three weird cats, and a speckled dog. She really loves books.

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BOOKSCAPE BOARD BOOKS: THE GREAT OUTDOORS By Ingela P Arrhenius

Gear up for baby’s first wilderness adventure with this adorable board book all about the great outdoors! Hike beside mountain lakes, pedal down rocky hillsides, and swoop across snowy ski slopes in this one-of-a-kind board book by celebrated illustrator Ingela P Arrhenius. Each uniquely shaped page overlaps with the next to create a complete landscape when closed—and an immersive world to explore when open. Simple text and vibrant illustrations introduce babies and toddlers to the many ways of enjoying time in nature. Delightfully petite, Bookscape Board Books’ chunkiness and unique layers give them a tactile, toylike quality that begs to be picked up—making each book in the series a memorable and irresistible gift. INGELA P ARRHENIUS is an illustrator and graphic designer with a love for ’50s and ’60s design. She is the author of Main Street Magic as well as many other books and products. She lives in Sweden.

Also available in the Bookscape Board Books series:

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BOOKSCAPE BOARD BOOKS: THE GREAT OUTDOORS $8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781797215600 10 pp, 4.75 x 6.75 in, shaped board book, die-cut pages, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: W Age 0 to 3 On Sale: April

Bon Voyage!

$8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781797215594

A Forest’s Seasons $8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781452174945 Fun at the Fair $8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781452174938 A Marvelous Museum $8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781452174921 We Love Books!

$8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781797215587

Wild Animals

$8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781797215570

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HELLO CLOWNFISH Read and play in the coral reef ! By Hannah Rogge • Illustrated by Emily Dove

Swim through the coral reef with two adorable clownfish in this interactive board book! Water babies and ocean lovers will adore this ingeniously crafted nature book. Simply “swim” the two clownfish characters—attached to the board book with ribbons—through the beautifully illustrated pages to explore the coral reef and learn how clever clownfish spend their days. Full of playful and informative touches, this book is a sweet introduction to these bright and curious little fish and the vital ecosystem of coral reefs. HANNAH ROGGE is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design with a degree in industrial design and is an author of craft titles and journals. She is the creative director at ROBIE and lives in New York. EMILY DOVE is an illustrator and author who lives in the Pacific Northwest. As a certified naturalist, she uses illustration as a tool to educate and inspire others about the natural world.

Also available: Hello Honeybees

$12.99 US BB • 9781452168920

Hello Hummingbirds

$12.99 US BB • 9781797210094

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HELLO CLOWNFISH $12.99 US BB • 9781797210087 14 pp, 5 x 9 in, full-color illustrations throughout, 2 clownfish playing pieces on attached ribbons, carousel board book with shaped pages Rights: XUKE Age 2 to 4 On Sale: April

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MERFOLK VILLAGE By Sabrina Makhsimova Illustrated by Dinara Mirtalipova

A charmingly magical underwater world . . . made of books! Merfolk Village features a trifold case that opens up to reveal three cleverly disguised books nestled in wave-like pockets just waiting to be explored. Visit a cove where a mermaid tends kelp gardens, explore a coral reef where a mischievous mercat plays, and tour the bay where one diver encounters an unexpected new friend. Created by a talented mother-daughter duo, each gorgeously illustrated board book contains a fun-to-read rhyming story, while the pocket-book sleeve can act as a captivating backdrop for play when open or snap shut into a satisfyingly compact, easy-to-shelve package. Read each, then display them together.

SABRINA MAKHSIMOVA started writing this book when she was 9 years old. A burgeoning writer and poet, she is also the author of North Pole Village. She lives in Northeast Ohio with her family. DINARA MIRTALIPOVA is an award-winning folk illustrator and designer. Born and raised in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, she uses a wide range of materials and tools, like carving lino blocks, gouache, acrylics, and many others. She is the illustrator of numerous books and lives in Northeast Ohio.

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MERFOLK VILLAGE $14.99 US • £10.99 UK 9781797209647 4 x 6 in, 3 shaped board books with die-cut covers placed in pockets in a trifold case with a magnetic closure Rights: W Age 2 to 4 On Sale: May

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Also available: North Pole Village

$14.99 US • £10.99 UK

BB • 9781452177731


Also available: Baby Alligator

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797220192

BABY CACTUS: FINGER PUPPET BOOK BABY SUNFLOWER: FINGER PUPPET BOOK

Baby Hippo

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797212876

Baby Lion

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797212869

Illustrated by Yu-Hsuan Huang

Baby Mushroom

Newborns will love making friends with these adorable babies— a cactus and a sunflower! Bursting with color and charm, these finger puppet books let inquisitive babies and toddlers touch, feel, and explore their growing world. With irresistible plush characters, adorable illustrations, and sweet, simple text, these naturethemed offerings from the bestselling Baby Finger Puppet series are guaranteed to delight parents and toddlers alike. Featuring a plush finger puppet that peeks into each lovingly illustrated page, each title offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read as they build a lifelong love of books (and nature!) together.

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797220215

Baby Octopus

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797212852

Baby Pony

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797220208

Baby Puppy

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797212845

Baby Red Panda

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797220222

YU-HSUAN HUANG is an illustrator and artist from Taichung City, Taiwan, where she lives with her family and cats. BABY SUNFLOWER: FINGER PUPPET BOOK $7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797227917 12 pp, 4.3 x 4.3 in, full-color illustrations throughout, die-cut board book, attached plush finger puppet Rights: XTaiwan Age 0 to 3 On Sale: March

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BABY CACTUS: FINGER PUPPET BOOK $7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797227900 12 pp, 4.3 x 4.3 in, full-color illustrations throughout, die-cut board book, attached plush finger puppet Rights: XTaiwan Age 0 to 3 On Sale: March

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Also available by Hervé Tullet:

Tap! Tap! Tap!

Press Here

Dance! Dance! Dance! $19.99 US • £14.99 UK HC • 9781797221465

New York Times Bestseller

Ready, Set, Draw!

Draw Here

Board Book Edition $8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781452178592

A Game of Creativity and Imagination $14.99 US • £10.99 UK BOX • 9781452175638

An Activity Book $14.99 US • £10.99 UK PB • 9781452178608

New York Times Bestseller

More than 2 million copies of Hervé Tullet’s titles sold!

New York Times Bestseller

AWA R D WINNER

Press Here

Let’s Play!

MORE THAN 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD

MORE THAN 150,000 COPIES SOLD

★★★★ 4 STARRED REVIEWS!

$15.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 978081187955

$15.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781452154770

Mix It Up! MORE THAN 300,000 COPIES SOLD

★★★★ 4 STARRED REVIEWS!

$15.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781452137353

Say Zoop! ★★ 2 STARRED REVIEWS!

$15.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781452164731

$8.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781797207605

AWA R D WINNER

AWA R D WINNER

I Have an Idea! CHILDREN’S

$17.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781452178585

Presiona Aquí

Press Here Spanish Language Edition $15.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781452112879

¡Mézclalo Bien!

Mix It Up! Spanish Language Edition $15.99 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781452159331

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Press Here: The Game

Fun, Creativity, and Visual Imagination for the Entire Family! $19.99 US • £17.99 UK BOX • 9781452137360


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From the creator of the New York Times bestsellers Press Here and Mix It Up!, this brilliant companion is now available as a board book.

LET’S PLAY! Board Book Edition • By Hervé Tullet

In Hervé Tullet’s third interactive outing, there’s a yellow dot. And a thin black line. Adventure definitely awaits! Press a finger to the page to embark on a new journey of color, shape, motion, and imagination. Follow the yellow dot’s invitation, turn the page, and you are on your way! Filled with artistry and delight, the Let’s Play! journey lets you leap headlong into a completely new dimension: emotion. Connecting to the mind and the heart, this dot expresses an extraordinary sense of humor, fear, joy, and more as it pushes, lurches, wiggles, and slides its way through— and even off!—the pages. Hervé’s hallmark graphic style and irrepressible whimsy take young readers on a spectacular ride in this new compact, toddler-friendly board book edition.

HERVÉ TULLET is known as The Prince of Preschool for his remarkable ability to connect with the youngest readers and learners. Tullet is the New York Times-bestselling author of Press Here, Mix It Up!, and over 80 books that have been translated into scores of languages. The creator of the groundbreaking do-it-yourself Ideal Exhibition, he has introduced his technique and art in workshops and museums throughout the world. He divides his time between Paris and Italy.

CHILDREN’S

LET’S PLAY! $9.99 US • £6.99 UK BB • 9781797227733 46 pp, 6 x 6 in, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: X: AUNZ, Asia Age 2 to 4 On Sale: March

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EVERYONE POOPS FLASH CARDS By Taro Gomi

Building toddler bathroom habits is a breeze with these flash cards based on Taro Gomi’s potty-training classic Everyone Poops! The 20 sturdy, portable flash cards inspired by the classic picture book are just right for potty training on the go. Featuring simple text and colorful illustrations, they introduce toddlers to the pooping habits of different animals, with a focus on humans pooping in the toilet. Toddlers will know it’s true: Everyone poops—and big kids poop in the potty! TARO GOMI is a well-known author and illustrator who has created more than 400 books and products for readers of all ages, including Everyone Poops; My Friends; Spring is Here; Little Truck; Little Chicks; Taro Gomi’s Wooden Play Set; Run, Run, Run!; and Taro Gomi’s Big Book of Words. He lives in Tokyo, Japan.

CHILDREN’S

EVERYONE POOPS FLASH CARDS $14.99 US • £13.99 UK BOX • 9781797219547 20 pp, 6.75 x 5.25 in, box with a hinged lid, 20 double-sided flash cards, wafer seal, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: XJapan Age 0 to 3 On Sale: March

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Also available: Everyone Poops

$16.99 US • £12.99 UK HC • 9781797202648

Little Chicks

$7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797218748

Little Truck

$6.99 US • £4.99 UK BB • 9781452163000


RUN, RUN, RUN!

MY FIRST HAIRCUT

By Taro Gomi

By Yang Dong

Run, Run, Run! is a fun, fun, fun board book for on-the-go toddlers! It’s time to run a race like no other! Finish line? Winning? None of that matters here. Exploring is the goal! In this colorful board book by bestselling author-illustrator Taro Gomi, follow the racer as he runs far past the finish line and through fields, a farm, a forest, and more. Toddlers will delight in turning the pages to find out where he will run, run, run to next! Ideal for fans of Taro Gomi and his popular children’s books, including the classic Everyone Poops, My Friends, Little Truck, and Little Chicks, this board book combines irresistibly expressive artwork and energetic text to create a read-along story parents and kids will not walk but run to read again and again.

First haircut? No problem! With this playful board book in tow, little ones getting a trim will feel at ease and amused. Contrary to popular belief, a toddler’s first haircut can actually be fun. (And every hair-washing, too!) This interactive book featuring die-cuts across each illustrated spread for fingers to “wash,” “cut,” and “comb” hair introduces the youngest readers to haircare in a clever and comforting way.

RUN, RUN, RUN! $7.99 US • £5.99 UK BB • 9781797226682 34 pp, 5.5 x 6 in, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: W Age 0 to 3 On Sale: March

MY FIRST HAIRCUT $10.99 US • £7.99 UK BB • 9781797221915 16 pp, 8.3 x 10.6 in, board book with die-cut holes across each illustrated spread, full-color throughout Rights: W Age 0 to 3 On Sale: March

Also available: Taro Gomi’s Funny Fish Card Game $12.99 US • £10.99 UK BOX • 9781452176833

YANG DONG is a picture book author, lecturer, animator, and designer. She lives in China.

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NURSERY COUNTING PUZZLE A Nursery Counting Puzzle that offers plenty of creative play to keep little ones entertained.

NURSERY COUNTING PUZZLE: FIVE LITTLE SPECKLED FROGS One, two, three, four, five little speckled frogs! This nursery rhyme puzzle lets little ones practice color matching and counting. Made using FSC wood and packaged using 75% recycled materials. Ages 12 mo+ Package size: 8.2 x 8.4 x 3.35 in 212 x 207 x 85 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229249 $18.00 sugg retail

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BUSY BUNNY PULL TOY A classic wooden pull toy that encourages little walkers to wander with a new friend. Colorful and cheerful, this bunny is always busy nibbling on a carrot!

BUSY BUNNY PULL TOY Strolling and exploring with a walking toy develops hand-eye coordination, movement, direction, gross motor skills, and fine motor skills. Made using FSC wood and packaged using 75% recycled materials. Ages 18 mo+ Package size: 6.3 x 7.1 x 3.4 in 180 x 160 x 85 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229256 $22.00 sugg retail

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WOODEN PUZZLES Learn how to puzzle with our animal friends by stacking, sorting, and nestling each piece into place. Little ones can use their imaginations to enjoy creative play with the chunky wooden pieces, then pop them all back in their homes when playtime ends.

LION, TIGER, AND BEAR WOODEN STACKING PUZZLE A lion, a tiger, a bear—oh my! This cheerful stacker set features nine chunky wooden pieces to mix and match. Made using FSC wood and packaged using 75% recycled materials. Ages 18 mo+ Package size: 9.5 x 5.8 x 4.1 in 146 x 242 x 105 mm Carton Quantity: 8 9781797229270 $22.00 sugg retail

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REVEAL PUZZLE: YOU ARE MY BABY Match baby bunny, owl, bear, and fox characters with their parents in this multi-layered eight-piece puzzle. Made using FSC wood and packaged using 75% recycled materials. Ages 18 mo+ Package size: 8.3 x 8.3 x 1.2 in 210 x 210 x 30 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229287 $18.00 sugg retail

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PETIT FRIENDS PUPPET THEATRE SET An easy-to-make puppet and theatre set that offers hours of creative play for budding performers and directors. On with the show!

PETIT FRIENDS PUPPET THEATRE SET The stage is set! Dress the 10 animal characters and the double-sided theatre using the 60+ stickers. Made using FSC paper and packaged using 75% recycled materials. Ages 4+ Package size: 4.9 x 7.9 x 1.2 in 200 x 125 x 30 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229263 $15.00 sugg retail

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Learn how to tell the time with the help of animal friends, be the first to spot the cat in Pet Jumble, and spin to win a rainbow of fruits in our market matching game.

P U ZZL E & GA MES

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY

FLOOR PUZZLE: TELLING THE TIME Learning to tell the time has never been so much fun! When the 25-piece puzzle is complete, use the wooden moving hands to set different times. Made using FSC paper and packaged using 75% recycled materials. Ages 3+ Package size: 8.9 x 9.2 x 2.6 in 233 x 225 x 67 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229300 $18.00 sugg retail

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PET JUMBLE A fast-paced card-matching game for pet lovers and card game lovers alike. Perfect for 2-6 players. Made using FSC paper and packaged in a keepsake tin. Ages 4+ Package size: 4.1 x 4.1 x 1.4 in 105 x 105 x 35 mm Carton Quantity: 18 9781797229317 $10.00 sugg retail

MARKET MATCH-UP!: A SPIN, SEARCH, AND SORT GAME A memory game with a colorful market theme. Sort, stack, and spin your way to win the colorful marketplace treats. Includes 4 Market Match-Up baskets, 35 grocery pieces, 1 spinner, and instructions. Perfect for 4 players. Made using FSC materials. Ages 4+ Package size: 6.7 x 6.7 x 2 in 170 x 170 x 50 mm Carton Quantity: 24 9781797229294 $18.00 sugg retail

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Encourage a love for the great outdoors with our games based in nature! Enjoy a woodland-themed stacking challenge or an on-the-go game of park bingo.

IN-THE-PARK BINGO MAGNETIC TRAVEL GAME A classic game with a magnetic twist for on-the-go fun! Perfect for 2 players, this set encourages little ones to go out into nature and enjoy a game of search and find. Packaged in a convenient tin, the game is ideal for long journeys, vacations, picnics, and more. Includes two bingo boards and 50 magnetic markers. Ages 4+ Package size: 5.3 x 7.5 x 1 in 190 x 135 x 25 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229362 $15.00 sugg retail

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WOODLAND WOBBLE Bunny and bear are ready to pile up on a bright wooden mushroom—but keep a steady hand so the stack doesn’t wobble and fall! Create custom rules for a unique twist each time you play. Includes large wooden mushroom, 36 wooden stacking pieces, and a wooden die. 2-4 players. Made using FSC wood and packaged using 75% recycled materials. Ages 3+ Package size: 7.9 x 7.1 x 3 in 180 x 200 x 75 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229324 $15.00 sugg retail

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ON-THE-GO GAME DUOS These handy travel bags offer a fun and colorful take on two classic games. Perfect for two players, the games are packaged in an on-the-go pouch to keep kids entertained anywhere.

ON-THE-GO GAME DUO GARDEN FRIENDS Get immersed in nature with Tic-Tac-Toe and Bees & Ladybugs (based on Snakes & Ladders)! Set includes 10 wooden counters, a wooden die, and instructions in a compact on-the-go format. Pouch is made from recycled PET, and the play pieces are recycled wood. Ages 4+ Package size: 5.5 x 8.4 x 1.4 in 213 x 140 x 35 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229379 $10.00 sugg retail

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ON-THE-GO GAME DUO SPACE ADVENTURE Travel the galaxy with Tic-Tac-Toe and Comets & Stars (based on Snakes & Ladders)! Set includes 10 wooden counters, a wooden die, and instructions in a compact on-the-go format. Pouch is made from recycled PET, and the play pieces are recycled wood. Ages 4+ Package size: 5.5 x 8.4 x 1.4 in 213 x 140 x 35 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229386 $10.00 sugg retail

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Enjoy high-octane coloring, bring a smile, and calm busy minds with this new selection.

COLORING BOOK WITH STICKERS: VEHICLES Bring road trips, construction sites, and train rides to life! Includes 100 vehiclethemed stickers. Made using FSC paper. Plastic-free with no lamination. Ages 4+. Package size: 6.5 x 7.9 x 0.2 in 200 x 165 x 5 mm Carton Quantity: 50 9781797229348 $6.00 sugg retail

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ACTIVITIES FOR EVERY MOOD

STICKER ACTIVITY SET: FUNNY FACES A friendly bunch of funny faces covers the four-panel foldout play scene. Includes over 100 exciting stickers to create expressions and accessorize! Plastic-free and made using FSC paper and card. Ages 3+ Package size: 9.5 x 12.4 x 0.3 in 315 x 242 x 8 mm Carton Quantity: 48 9781797229331 $10.00 sugg retail

CALM IDEAS FOR BUSY KIDS: MINDFUL EDITION From clay making to poetry writing and shadow drawing, this pack includes 50 calming ideas to inspire kids and keep boredom at bay. Made using FSC card. Plastic-free packaging. Ages 4+ Package size: 2.9 x 3.9 x 1.2 in 100 x 74 x 31 mm Carton Quantity: 18 9781797229355 $10.00 sugg retail 113



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LEGO® Minifigure

LEGO® Paint Party

$17.95 US • £15.99 UK 9781797220086

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LEGO ® PET PALS 1000-PIECE PUZZLE By LEGO

This 1000-piece puzzle comes together to reveal a cute collection of LEGO BrickHeadz pets. From a cuddly ginger tabby cat to an adorable French bulldog, this sweet and silly menagerie is a celebration of your favorite furry, fuzzy, and feathered family members. Purrfect for the whole family but just as fun to take on solo, this puzzle showcases the creativity and delight integral to the LEGO brand. $17.95 US • £15.99 UK BOX • 9781797227429 box with lift-off lid: 11 x 9 x 2 in; final puzzle size: 25 x 20 in; 1,000 full-color pieces, insert featuring puzzle image Rights: W Puzzles On Sale: March

LEGO® Space Stars

$17.95 US • £15.99 UK 9781797214207

LEGO® Rainbow Bricks $17.95 US • £15.99 UK 9781797210728

$17.95 US • £15.99 UK 9781797214146

LEGO® Minifigure Faces $17.95 US • £15.99 UK 9781797210193

$17.95 US • £15.99 UK 9781452182278

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LEGO® Mystery Minifigure Mini Puzzles (Animal Edition)

LEGO® Mystery Minifigure Mini Puzzles (Blue Edition)

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DISAPPOINTING AFFIRMATIONS: 30 POSTCARDS By Dave Tarnowski

From the wildly popular @disappointingaffirmations Instagram account, here are 30 hilariously realistic affirmation postcards for a disappointing world where failure is always an option. This postcard set offers a funny take on the inspirational language of a culture that insists that everyone try to remain upbeat in the face of a world that’s clearly not okay, and gives us permission to not be okay as well. Keep or send to someone you love who also thinks toxic positivity can go to hell. $16.95 US • £14.99 UK 9781797227573 30 pp, 4.75 x 6.5 in, 30 bound removable postcards, tape spine Rights: W Postcards On Sale: March

DISAPPOINTING AFFIRMATIONS PENCIL SET By Dave Tarnowski

Cross out toxic positivity with these high-quality graphite pencils from the creator of the wildly popular @disappointingaffirmations Instagram account. The Disappointing Affirmations Pencil Set includes 10 eraser-topped graphite pencils featuring subversively funny affirmations. $15.95 US • £14.99 UK BOX • 9781797230061 3.35 x 7.8 in, 10 graphite No. 2 pencils with erasers Rights: W Pencils/Humor On Sale: June

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INSPIRED LETTERS TO MY BABY Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever. By Lea Redmond Illustrated by Hsinping Pan

Enjoy this new and inspiring look for the bestselling Letters to . . . series. Share memories, love, and words of wisdom with your bundle of joy with this unique book of letters with artwork by Hsinping Pan. Whether you’re pregnant or a new parent, filling these envelopes with memories and hopes for your baby will leave a lasting impression—and now, you can do it in style with this gorgeously illustrated and sweetly designed package. With this keepsake collection of 12 letters, you can fill each with stories and memories straight from your heart. Then postdate, seal with the included stickers, and save the letters to gift to your child at a later date. $14.95 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797227702 7.75 x 3.5 in, 12 full-color fold-and-mail envelopes, full-color sticker sheet Rights: W Keepsakes On Sale: January

INSPIRED LETTERS TO MY FUTURE SELF Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever. By Lea Redmond Illustrated by Sophie Douala

LEA REDMOND creates books, toys, games, and small adventures that invite humans of all ages to be curious, playful, and kind. HSINPING PAN is an illustrator based in Taiwan.

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Keep in touch with your past, present, and future selves with this unique book of letters. Write letters to yourself—just like entries in a diary or journal—then postdate and seal them up with the included stickers. In the years to come, break open your letters like a time capsule to appreciate the past and all that you’ve become. Included are 12 letters that have the same classic prompts from the original Letters to My Future Self. Enjoy this new and inspiring look for the bestselling Letters to . . . series with artwork by Sophie Douala.

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LEA REDMOND creates books, toys, games, and small adventures that invite humans of all ages to be curious, playful, and kind. SOPHIE DOUALA is a visual artist and creative director based in Berlin.

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INSPIRED LETTERS TO MY GRANDCHILD Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever. By Lea Redmond Illustrated by Laura Lhuillier

Whether your grandchild is still a baby or all grown up, sharing your stories gives the gift of a lifetime—and now, you can do it in style with this illustrated and sweetly redesigned package. With this keepsake collection of 12 letters, you can fill each note with words of wisdom that only a grandparent can impart. $14.95 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797227719 7.75 x 3.5 in, 12 full-color fold-and-mail envelopes, full-color sticker sheet Rights: W Keepsakes On Sale: January

LEA REDMOND creates books, toys, games, and small adventures that invite humans of all ages to be curious, playful, and kind. LAURA LHUILLIER is a French illustrator.

INSPIRED LETTERS TO MY LOVE Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever. By Lea Redmond Illustrated by Liv Lee

Share memories, affection, and promises with the one you love with this unique book of letters. This romantically illustrated and gorgeously designed package will serve as an enduring expression of love for many years to come. With this keepsake collection of 12 letters, you can fill each with offerings of love and your most cherished memories that capture the smallest and sweetest details of your romance. $14.95 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797227726 7.75 x 3.5 in, 12 full-color fold-and-mail envelopes, full-color sticker sheet Rights: W Keepsakes On Sale: January

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LIV LEE is an Australian artist, illustrator, and maker of goods.

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WISHES FOR YOUR BABY 50 Cards

An instant baby shower activity! Wishes for Your Baby is the perfect way to celebrate and pass along best wishes for the little one on the way. Create a unique and warmly personalized keepsake with this charmingly designed card set where a person writes a wish for the baby to give to the expecting family. Set the cards out to welcome baby shower guests, or circulate it among friends and family to collectively create a DIY baby gift. $12.95 US • £11.99 UK BOX • 9781797225579 50 pp, 7 x 4.3 in, 50 full-color cards Rights: W Notecards/Keepsakes On Sale: March

WISHES FOR YOUR RETIREMENT 50 Cards

Wishes for Your Retirement is the perfect way to celebrate and pass along best wishes for anyone crossing the finish line into retirement. Create a unique and warmly personalized keepsake with this handsomely designed card set.

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FILL-IN A TO Z OF YOU AND ME: FOR MOM Featuring a spread for each letter of the alphabet, this gift book encourages you to fill in the blanks with a word or phrase representing the one-of-a-kind relationship you share with your mom. Whether A is for “Always there when I call” or B is for “Best dressed,” this completely customizable mom journal is full of opportunities to let your mother know just how much she means to you. $12.95 US • £11.99 UK HC • 9781797222059 60 pp, 5 x 5 in, full-color images throughout, foil-stamped cover, removable sticker Rights: W Journals/Keepsakes On Sale: March

FILL-IN A TO Z OF YOU AND ME: FOR DAD Featuring a spread for each letter of the alphabet, this gift book encourages you to fill in the blanks with a word or phrase representing the one-of-a-kind relationship you share with your dad. Whether B is for “Best jokes,” or C is for “the Car you taught me to drive,” this completely customizable dad journal is full of opportunities to let your father know just how much he means to you.

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RAINBOW TAROT

78 Cards & Guidebook By So Lazo and Cyrée Jarelle Johnson

Embark on a psychedelic journey of self-discovery with this dreamy, one-of-a-kind tarot deck, where magical figures from the Major and Minor Arcana burst with emotion, energy, and queer pride. Rainbow Tarot vibrates with So Lazo’s contemporary and colorful artwork, offering a fresh take on the iconography of Pamela Colman Smith’s time-honored art nouveau tarot illustrations. This deck includes a detailed guidebook featuring card interpretations and customized spreads by writer and third-generation clairvoyant Cyrée Jarelle Johnson. $24.95 US • £21.99 UK BOX • 9781797225852 3.25 x 5.25 in, box with lift-off lid, 78 cards with holographic edges, 128-page booklet, foil-stamped cover Rights: W Tarot On Sale: April

SO LAZO is an author, illustrator, and tattoo artist from small and tropical El Salvador. Lazo currently lives in Berlin. CYRÉE JARELLE JOHNSON is a writer, poet, and third-generation seer and the founder of Temperance Queer Tarot and has been studying and reading tarot cards for 22 years. He lives in New York City.

DOG TAROT

By Megan Lynn Kott

This entertaining modern twist to the classic tarot combines authenticity with canine sensibility in a complete deck for experienced readers and beginners alike. With their uncanny ability to sense exactly how you feel and what you need, these pups make the perfect guides on your journey of self-discovery. Each of the 78 tarot cards features an adorable dog embodying a specific element of the Major or Minor Arcana. Complete with a guidebook and directions on how to interpret each card and conduct different readings, this tarot card set will delight both dog lovers and spiritual practitioners. $19.95 US • £17.99 UK BOX • 9781797224350 3.25 x 5.25 in, box with lift-off lid, 78 card, 132-page booklet, full-color illustrations throughout, foil-stamped cover Rights: W Tarot On Sale: March

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ALL OF YOU IS MAGIC DECK

52 Practices to Unlock Your Cosmic Power By Zulfa Ishak

In All of You Is Magic, artist Zulfa Ishak presents 52 mystical practices to open your heart, expand your mind, and help you connect with your intuition. Each card includes one uplifting affirmation and one ritual for self-discovery through breathwork, meditation, journaling, and more. Brimming with enchanting artwork and transformative mystic wisdom, this cosmic companion helps you discover your innate magic so you can pursue your dreams with confidence, energy, and joy. $19.95 US • £17.99 UK BOX • 9781797226361 3.6 x 6 in, 52 full-color cards Rights: W Metaphysics/Magic On Sale: March

ZULFA ISHAK is a Yemeni artist based in Maryland. Her work explores spirituality, self-discovery, and mysticism.

MYTHOS DECK

75 Legendary Figures from the Greek Myths By Stephen Fry

Based on Stephen Fry’s best-selling Mythos series, this beautifully illustrated deck offers inspiration from the gods, heroes, and monsters of Greek mythology. Each card features one mortal, immortal, or monster, with an illustrated portrait on one side and an enlightening and entertaining description on the other. Use the cards as a study tool or an oracle (of Delphi) deck. Whether new to Greek mythology or a devoted fan, you are invited to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide. $19.95 US BOX • 9781797221069 4.5 x 5.5 x 1.5 in, box with tray, 75 cards, 2-color illustrations, metallic foil-stamped cover Rights: XUKCE Mythology On Sale: April

STEPHEN FRY is an award-winning comedian, actor, presenter, and director.

BBQ DECK

30 Recipes to Spice Up Your BBQ Game By Ray Lampe

A portable, gift-ready box holds 30 essential barbecue recipes cooked up by a certified BBQ Hall of Famer. A grill cookbook deliciously distilled into a handy boxed set, each recipe card features a fire-roasted dish from bestselling author and Chopped winner Ray “Dr. BBQ” Lampe. Also included is a handy guidebook with info on the essential tools you’ll need to get grilling, musttry food and wood pairings, and recipes for rubs, salts, seasonings, and more.

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RAY “DR. BBQ” LAMPE has been barbecuing professionally for over 20 years.

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STAR NOTES

20 Different Notecards and Envelopes By NASA

Make your messages shine with these starry notecards featuring photographs from the archives of NASA. Emblazoned with astonishing full-color images of starfields, these deluxe notecards are perfect for congratulating a recent graduate on their stellar accomplishments, wishing someone a birthday experience that’s out of this world, or sending a warm greeting to a distant friend or relative. $16.95 US • £14.99 UK BOX • 9781797225111 4.4 x 5.5 in, lift-the-lid box, 20 foil-stamped notecards and envelopes Rights: W Notecards On Sale: February

STAR NOTEBOOK COLLECTION

Featuring Photographs from the Archives of NASA By NASA

Capture your brilliant ideas and everyday reflections in these notebooks featuring photographs from the archives of NASA. Explore the wonders of the cosmos with this set of three notebooks (two lined, one gridded), each cover emblazoned with an astonishing full-color image of star fields and adorned with glittering foil stars. $14.95 US • £13.99 UK PB • 9781797225128 6 x 8.5 in, 3 paperback notebooks, 64 pp each, 1-color interiors Rights: W Journals On Sale: February

Also available in the NASA stationery line: Moon Notes

Mars: 100 Piece Puzzle

Photographs from the Archives of NASA $14.95 US • 9781452174907

Featuring Photography from the Archives of NASA $19.99 US • 9781452181127

Earth and Space

Mercury: 100 Piece Puzzle

100 Postcards Featuring Photographs from the Archives of NASA $19.95 US • 9781452159386

Featuring Photography from the Archives of NASA $19.99 • 9781797210346

Moon Playing Cards

Featuring Photography from the Archives of NASA $19.99 US • 9781797202723

Featuring Photos from the Archives of NASA $12.99 US • 9781452176840

Mars Playing Cards Featuring photos from the archives of NASA $12.99 US • 9781452181103

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Earth: 100 Piece Puzzle

Moon: 100 Piece Puzzle Featuring Photography from the Archives of NASA $19.99 US • 9781452176390


CASTLE IN THE SKY JOURNAL By Studio Ghibli

From beloved animation house Studio Ghibli, this paperback journal features the mesmerizing art behind Castle in the Sky. Complete with full-color artwork on the front and back covers, 5 interior spreads of concept art, and spot illustrations throughout, this journal is the perfect keepsake for Studio Ghibli fans and animation enthusiasts of all ages. $12.95 US • £11.99 UK PB • 9781797224480 192 pp, 5 x 7 in, paperback with flexi-binding, lined pages, ribbon page marker Rights: XJapan Journals On Sale: March

© 1986 Studio Ghibli

HOWL’S MOVING CASTLE: 30 POSTCARDS By Studio Ghibli

Step into the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli’s beloved animated fantasy film Howl’s Moving Castle with this collection of postcards. Featuring 30 final frames from the film—all hand-drawn and gorgeously detailed. $14.95 US • £13.99 UK 9781797229416 5 x 6.6 in, paperback with folio cover, 30 postcards (30 different designs); full-color throughout Rights: XJapan Postcards On Sale: March

© 2004 Studio Ghibli – NDDMT

HOWL’S MOVING CASTLE SKETCHBOOK By Studio Ghibli

STUDIO GHIBLI is a Tokyo-based

From legendary animation house Studio Ghibli, this hardcover sketchbook celebrates the enchanting animated fantasy film Howl’s Moving Castle. Featuring a tactile cloth cover with iconic imagery from the film foil-stamped on the front, lay-flat binding, and extra-thick pages, this sketchbook is perfect for writers, artists, and animation fans alike.

animation film studio founded in 1985 by directors Isao Takahata and Hayao Miyazaki. The studio has produced 25 films, many of which have garnered numerous awards and critical acclaim, including My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, and the Academy Award– winning Spirited Away. GIFT

$19.95 US • £17.99 UK HC • 9781797224497 128 pp, 7 x 9 in, hardcover with lay-flat binding, foil-stamped cloth cover, blank sketchbook pages, vertical bellyband Rights: XJapan Journals/Sketching On Sale: March

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SPARK FAMILY CREATIVITY 50 Ways to Create, Craft, and Connect

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This newest addition to the popular Spark series is full of fun prompts to get the whole family creating, imagining, and playing together. This shimmering faux matchbox is filled with 50 prompts for hands-on activities that encourage connection and creativity for all ages.

FREE • 9781452188911 FREE with purchase of any 12 units

$12.95 US • £11.99 UK BOX • 9781797229447 2.7 x 5 in, box tray with sleeve, foil-stamped box, 50 kraft faux matchsticks inside Rights: W Creativity On Sale: March

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Also available in the Spark series:

Spark Celebration

Spark Good Cheer

Spark Wellness

Spark Success

$12.95 US • £11.99 UK 9781797221540

$12.95 US • 9781797209364

$12.95 US • 9781797209371

$12.95 US • 9781452182971

50 Ways to Party and Play

50 Ways to Get Festive

50 Ways to Feel Your Healthiest

Spark Adventure

Spark Passion

Spark Happiness

Spark Kindness

$12.95 US • 9781452168838

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50 Ways to Spice up Your Sex Life

50 Ways to Celebrate the Everyday

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O N THE GO AMU SE ME N TS

MORE THAN 900,000 COPIES SOLD IN THE SERIES!

ON THE GO AMUSEMENTS: 50 BUCKET LIST ADVENTURES 50 Bucket List Adventures is a deck of adventure inspiration for the bold! The activities on the cards are exciting, thrilling, and awe-inspiring. The range of categories includes spending time in nature, thrill-seeking, aspirational travel, learning something unusual, or trying something to push out of a comfort zone. Some activities require travel, but many can be done from home. $8.95 US • £7.99 UK BOX • 9781797228327 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1¼ in, full-color tin box, 51 cards in each deck, (cards are 2 x 2 in), rounded corners on the cards Rights: W Games On Sale: March

ON THE GO AMUSEMENTS: 50 ACTIVITIES FOR PHONE-FREE FUN Joining our bestselling On-the-Go series, 50 Activities for Phone-Free Fun is a deck of ways to entertain yourself without your devices! A deck full of suggestions for offline, screen-free entertainment. $8.95 US • £7.99 UK BOX • 9781797228334 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1¼ in, full-color tin box, 51 cards in each deck, (cards are 2 x 2 in), rounded corners on the cards Rights: W Games On Sale: March

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50 City Adventures $8.95 US • £7.99 UK 9781797221397

50 Games to Play Outside $8.95 US • £7.99 UK 9781797221380

50 Great Things to Do Outside $8.95 US • £7.99 UK 9781452183039

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50 Fun Things to Do on a Plane $8.95 US • £7.99 UK 9781452183022

50 Cool Things to Do in the Car $8.95 US • £7.99 UK 9781452183015

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PENDLETON PATTERNS 1000-PIECE PUZZLE By Pendleton Woolen Mills

PENDLETON ONE LINE A DAY A Five-Year Memory Book By Pendleton Woolen Mills

This bold version of the classic memory keeper features a colorful new design from Pendleton Woolen Mills, one of America’s most beloved heritage brands. $16.95 US • £14.99 UK HC • 9781797229478 372 pp, 3.75 x 6 in, foil-stamped padded cover, lined pages, ribbon page marker, gilded edges, belly band Rights: W Journals On Sale: April

This 1000-piece puzzle comes together to reveal a bold, modern design from Pendleton Woolen Mills. $17.95 US • £15.99 UK BOX • 9781797229461 11 x 9 in; box with lift-off lid; final puzzle size: 25 x 20 in; 1,000 full-color pieces, insert featuring puzzle image Rights: W Puzzles On Sale: April

PENDLETON WOOLEN MILLS has been producing wool blankets in their Northwest American mills since 1909. Founded in 1863, this 6-generation, family-owned business is renowned for world-class wool textiles in plaids, tweeds, bold stripes, and geometric patterns.

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DISNEY/PIXAR FEELING FEELINGS A Guided Emotions Journal

This Inside Out–inspired journal is just the thing to help you feel your feels. With journaling space for goal setting in the morning and reflection in the evening, this simple mood tracker journal uses the films’ characters to help you express your emotions and jot down your feelings in an approachable way. Use this tool to help you be present, stay calm, and build confidence.

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$14.95 US • £13.99 UK PB • 9781797229201 144 pp, 6 x 8 in, flexi-bound, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: W Journals/Mindfulness On Sale: May

MIGHTY MARVEL FITNESS DECK By Marvel Entertainment

This family-friendly deck takes inspiration from heroic Marvel characters to bring fun to accessible everyday exercise. Irresistibly illustrated with beloved Marvel characters demonstrating physical fitness activities and created with a range of ability in mind, the step-by-step exercises featured on each card are presented in a playfully inviting way. Working out is much more fun when you’re doing landing lunges with Spider-Man, star stretches with Ms. Marvel, smashing squats with the Hulk, and many more mighty Marvel moves! $19.95 US • £17.99 UK BOX • 9781797217482 4 x 5.7 in, 50 cards, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: W Fitness On Sale: June

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DESERT DREAM NOTES

20 Different Notecards and Envelopes By Tyana Arviso

From flowering cacti to moonlit mesas to horses grazing upon open plains, these images capture the freedom and wonder of the desert. With blank interiors, the notecards are perfect for all occasions. $16.95 US • £14.99 UK BOX • 9781797228068 4.4 x 5.5 in, 20 full-color photographs, box with lid Rights: W Notecards On Sale: February

Based in the high desert of Colorado, Diné artist TYANA ARVISO uses photography to highlight the beauty of the Southwest.

BOTANICALS DECK

70 Plants and Flowers to Enhance Your Life— Plus Herbal Recipes and Rituals By Leah Moth

Featuring a dazzling range of herbs, flowers, trees, and berries, this deck shares illuminating information on how plants can heal, empower, and nourish. Each card presents a brilliant botanical photograph on one side, and details on the plant’s medicinal properties and fascinating mythology on the other. An accompanying instructional booklet provides easy-to-follow guidance on how to use the deck. Brimming with herbal wisdom and lush imagery, this deck is an enriching companion for nature lovers, flower enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to access the healing power of plants. $19.95 US • £17.99 UK BOX • 9781797224336 3.6 x 6 in, 70 cards, 70 full-color photographs, 16-page booklet, deck with sliding tray, foil-stamped cover Rights: W Gardening On Sale: March

LEAH MOTH is an herbalist, witch, writer, and podcast host based in Los Angeles. She leads plant medicine workshops, rituals, and one-on-one experiences and makes plant-based tinctures, teas, and potions through her company, Plantimacy.

NATURE MEDITATIONS JOURNAL

Mindful Practices and Restorative Activities Inspired by the Natural World By Kenya Jackson-Saulters

This guided journal makes it easy to tap into the restorative power of nature. Within these pages are simple mindfulness practices, reflection prompts, and guided activities. Whether you’re in your own backyard, strolling through a local park with a friend, or hiking deep in the woods, this uplifting journal brings the benefits of nature to your fingertips and makes for a lovely companion on any outdoor excursion.

KENYA JACKSON-SAULTERS is a writer and mindfulness teacher. Kenya and her wife, Michelle Jackson-Saulters, are the founders of the Outdoor Journal Tour (www.outdoorjournaltour.com), an organization that provides resources and workshops that combine scientifically proven mental health practices with outdoor activities. They are based in Atlanta, Georgia.

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MINDFUL CRAFTS: MEDITATIVE MARBLING KIT Craft your way to calm with this all-levels kit designed to help you unwind and tap into the present moment through meditative marbling! Marbling is a great way to unplug and slow down by busying your hands and calming your mind. As you watch how different colors interact with one another, you’ll notice that each marbled creation is entirely unique and impossible to replicate, serving as a lovely reminder to stay present. With this handy kit, you can simultaneously soothe anxious thoughts and create unique marbled designs cool enough to gift or display. $29.95 US • £27.99 UK BOX • 9781797224442 8.5 x 11 in, tuck box, 1 mixing tray (8 x 11 in), 20 sheets of watercolor paper, 12 paints (6 ml each), carrageenan powder (15 g), 1 measuring spoon (1 g), 1 bamboo stirring stick, 1 three-sided comb, 1 instruction sheet Rights: W Crafting On Sale: February

This kit includes one mixing tray, 12 paints, 20 sheets of paper, carrageenan powder and a measuring spoon, one stirring stick, a three-sided comb, and an instruction sheet with tips and tricks for marbling paper (and any other materials you may have at hand, such as fabric or wood).

Also available in the Mindful Crafts series:

Mindful Crafts: Celestial Paint-byNumber Kit $24.95 US • £21.99 UK 9781797218458

Mindful Crafts: Geometric Paint-byNumber Kit $24.95 US • £21.99 UK 9781797218465

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Mindful Crafts: Calm Vibes Friendship Bracelet Kit $24.95 US • £21.99 UK 9781797220963

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Mindful Crafts: Celestial Cross-Stitch Kit $24.95 US • £21.99 UK 9781797218472

Mindful Crafts: Geometric Cross-Stitch Kit $24.95 US • £21.99 UK 9781797218489


AWESTRUCK

52 Experiments to Find Wonder, Joy, and Meaning in Everyday Life— A Yearlong Journal By Alexandra Franzen

An awe-inspiring guided journal that invites you, via 52 thought-provoking experiments, to find more wonder and meaning in your every day. Record your thoughts, reflect on your experiences, and finish the year feeling inspired, grateful, connected, and content. $14.95 US • £10.99 UK PB • 9781797227597 176 pp, 5 x 7 in, flexi-bound, rounded corners, holographic foil case, double foil-stamped cover Rights: W Journals On Sale: April

ALEXANDRA FRANZEN is a bestselling author, editor, and entrepreneur based in Hawai’i. Her writing has appeared in Time, Forbes, Newsweek, the Huffington Post, Lifehacker, and more.

50 THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOU’RE 5 JOURNAL Must-Do Family Activities to Spark Fun, Connection, and Curiosity By Maggie Downs

This interactive journal, , from the author of Calm the Chaos Cards and Calm the Chaos Journal, full of engaging activities and reflection prompts, makes it easy for families with young kids to explore the world, connect with one another, and create lasting memories. Brimming with inspired ideas for cultural outings, kitchen projects, experiences in nature, and more fun things to do with kids, this journal makes it easy for families to explore the world through small adventures. With engaging prompts, charming illustrations, and plenty of space to record precious memories, plus a pocket to keep tickets and other memorabilia, this keepsake memory book is a lovely companion for new parents and families with young children. $16.95 US • £14.99 UK HC • 9781797224640 144 pp, 6 x 8 in, ribbon page marker Rights: W Journals/Inspiration On Sale: March

MAGGIE DOWNS is a writer, an adventurer, and the author. She lives with her family in Palm Springs, California.

WRITE AND RELEASE JOURNAL Let Go of Worries and Make Space for Peace By Nicola R. Taggart

This uplifting journal, from the author of Calm the Chaos Cards and Calm the Chaos Journal, provides an easy-to-follow daily writing ritual to release worries and cultivate joy. Each spread features short prompts on how to gently process anxiety, explore simple ways to alleviate worry through positive thinking and mindfulness, and then let it go. A gorgeous package with a calming aesthetic and plenty of space for reflection, this journal is a lovely companion for anyone looking for accessible tools to support calm and joy in everyday life. $14.95 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797227542 144 pp, 5 x 7 in, foil-stamped cover, ribbon page marker Rights: W Journals/Self Care On Sale: March

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COCKTAIL DICE

Liquors, Mixers, and More

Can’t decide between a Sidecar or an Old Fashioned, or want to try something altogether new? Shake things up with just a roll of the dice: one for liquors, one for mixers, and one for garnishes and extra flavor. With 216 possible combinations, these decision dice will keep things fun and fresh, whether at home or out and about. The included guidebook features cocktail-crafting basics, ingredient suggestions, and a few recipes.

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3 dice 32-page booklet

$15.95 US • £14.99 UK BOX • 9781797220123 5 x 3.5 in, box with pull-off lid, 3 dice, 32-page booklet Rights: W Cocktails On Sale: March

MAKE IT HAPPEN DICE

Approach Your Task, Reset Your Brain

We all have trouble getting things done sometimes, and this dice set is the perfect tool to get us going! Make It Happen Dice is a set of two dice featuring 6 ways to approach your tasks and 6 ways to reset your brain when you’re stuck. Let the dice give you the tips and structure you need to get any task done. Short phrases featured on each are explained and expanded on in the accompanying booklet. The fun and useful dice options will help you accomplish a wide variety of tasks, from housework to homework, creative projects to work tasks, and more! $14.95 US • £13.99 UK BOX • 9781797227580 5 x 3.5 in, box with pull-off lid, 32 pp full-color booklet, 2 25mm 6-sided dice Rights: W Inspiration On Sale: May

WALK & WONDER

A Journal to Spark Curiosity with Every Step By Kate Pocrass

In celebration of the benefits and joys of walking, this illustrated journal includes 365+ undated daily entries so you can walk (and journal) at your own pace. Whether taking a brisk walk around the block, a leisurely stroll in the park, or exploring a new city, no walk is ever the same. Jot down notes about your route, or record thoughts and observations along the way or afterward.

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$16.95 US • £14.99 UK PB • 9781797227788 248 pp, 4.5 x 8.5 in, full-color illustrations throughout, ribbon marker Rights: W Journals/Inspiration On Sale: March

KATE POCRASS is an artist, illustrator, and surface designer based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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STAR WARS: 100 COLLECTIBLE COMIC BOOK COVER POSTCARDS By Lucasfilm Ltd.

© & ™ 2023 Lucasfilm Ltd.

From the early adaptation of Star Wars: A New Hope in the 1970s through comics of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s, to the thrilling new adventures and characters of today, this box set of 100 collectible postcards showcases the best comic book covers to celebrate a galaxy far, far away. . . . The perfect gift for Star Wars fans, the set highlights the comics’ intersecting stories with the film and television worlds, and more. $24.95 US • £21.99 UK BOX • 9781797227443 4 x 6 in, box with hinged lid, 4 3/8 x 6¼ x 2½ in, 100 full-color postcards, lifting ribbon, wafer sealed, 32-page booklet Rights: W Postcards/Comics On Sale: April

PENNE PALS

12 Pasta Pun Notecards & Envelopes

The pastabilities are endless with this adorably punny notecard set for pasta lovers. Whether you want to pen a birthday greeting, a love note, or a simple thinking-of-you, there’s a card here for all the carb-lovers in your life. Set includes 12 blank notecards (6 illustrations repeating twice), housed in a package cleverly reminiscent of a box of pasta. $15.95 US • £14.99 UK BOX • 9781797227436 5 x 6.75 in, tuck box with tab and slit closure, 12 cards (6 designs repeating twice), 12 envelopes, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: W Notecards On Sale: March

REALITY CHECKS Pay your friends and loved ones a compliment with Reality Checks. With these playful reality checks in hand, you’ll always be ready with the perfect praise or pep talk for any occasion. Each removable check in this booklet of 30 delivers a friendly, customizable reminder of how special your loved ones really are. Simply deposit one into a card, pocket, or bag, and watch your investment grow. $12.95 US • £11.99 UK 9781797221557 6.75 x 3.25 in, 30 removable checks, tape spine Rights: W Gifting On Sale: March

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LUCKY TICKETS FOR GRANDPARENTS 12 Gift Coupons

These shiny tickets are an unforgettable gift for grandparents that will make them feel like they hit the jackpot. Inside this booklet are 12 shimmering, foil-stamped tickets that grant surprises they’ll love. $9.95 US • £8.99 UK 9781797229454 6.75 x 4 in, 12 foil-stamped perforated tickets, tape spine Rights: W Gifting/Family On Sale: February

All Lucky Tickets have the following production specifications: 6¾ x 4 in, spine tape, 12 foil-stamped perforated gold tickets, Rights: W

Also available in the Lucky Ticket series:

Lucky Tickets for Dad

Lucky Tickets for Mom

Lucky Tickets for Romance

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

9781797208923

9781797205366

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Lucky Tickets for the Bride-to-Be

Lucky Tickets for Kids

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

9781797205342

9781797208930

9781797221564

Lucky Tickets for New Parents

Lucky Tickets for the Graduate

Lucky Tickets for Getting Lucky

Lucky Tickets for Christmas

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

$9.95 US • £8.99 UK

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CONTINUOUS GREETINGS: A CARD FOR YOU AND MOM By Beth Garrod

This is a card between you and Mom to treasure forever! Designed to be exchanged again and again, this continuous card is like dozens of greeting cards in one. Inside the sweet hardcover portfolio are two accordion-folded cards to fill out with messages over time. As you each fill the card, you’ll be able to see all your messages in one place, creating one shared story of your relationship that grows with you—and a keepsake that you’ll cherish forever. $14.95 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797216072 4 x 6 in, hardcover portfolio with bellyband and wafer seals with 2 cardstock accordion-folded cards Rights: W Notecards/Keepsakes On Sale: February

BETH GARROD is a children’s author and a big fan of handwritten notes. She created Continuous Greetings out of her love for stationery, saving special memories, and sustainability.

CONTINUOUS GREETINGS: A SHARED CARD FOR FRIENDS FOREVER By Beth Garrod

Designed to be exchanged again and again, this continuous card is like dozens of greeting cards in one. It travels both ways between besties: Just fill in your first message and give to a friend for a birthday, holiday, or just because. Then, it’s their turn to write and send it back whenever they choose. Celebrate and repeat! As you fill the card, you’ll each be able to read all your messages over time in one place. A handwritten record of the bond you share over the years, this is a keepsake you’ll treasure forever. $14.95 • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797230191 4 x 6 in, hardcover portfolio with bellyband and wafer seals with 2 cardstock accordion-folded cards Rights: W Notecards/Keepsakes On Sale: April

Also available:

Continuous Greetings: A Shared Birthday Card for the Two of Us

Continuous Greetings: A Shared Love Letter for the Two of Us

$14.95 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797216065

$14.95 US • £13.99 UK HC • 9781797216058

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ART TRIVIA This eye-catching portable box holds 140 multiple-choice questions about global works and artists from all eras. With topics ranging from ancient to contemporary art, fine arts to traditional crafts, museums and galleries to street art, this game will put your art smarts to the test! $12.00 US • £11.00 UK BOX • 9781797228341 5 x 3.5 x 2 in, 140 trivia cards Rights: W Trivia On Sale: March

FAMILY FUN TRIVIA These 140 general knowledge questions are an all-ages-friendly trivia challenge the whole family can enjoy together. With a range of topics, including pop culture, history, sports, nature, and more, it’s a family game sure to unite generations for a whole lot of fun.

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$12.00 US • £11.00 UK BOX • 9781797228365 5 x 3.5 x 2 in, 140 trivia cards Rights: W Trivia On Sale: March

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QUEER TRIVIA In a colorful and portable box, these 140 multiple-choice trivia questions celebrate all things queer around the world. Featuring topics relating to LGBTQIA+ achievements, milestones, and icons in history, sports, science, art, literature, politics, and pop culture, this game is sure to make you take pride in every question and answer. $12.00 US • £11.00 UK BOX • 9781797228358 5 x 3.5 x 2 in, 140 trivia cards Rights: W Trivia On Sale: March

WHERE AM I? GUESSING GAME Test your love of nature and geography with Where Am I? In this fun, fast-paced, family-friendly game, teams read increasingly specific clues and race to guess the mystery city, country, or natural landmark. Includes 140 cards packaged in a handsome portable box.

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$12.00 US • £11.00 UK BOX • 9781797228372 5 x 3.5 x 2 in, 140 trivia cards Rights: W Games On Sale: March

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WA L L C A L E N DA R S Includes Fall 2024 at a glance! ALMOST 2 MILLION ANNE TAINTOR TITLES SOLD!

All-new 100% plastic-free packaging and product!

ANNE TAINTOR 2025 WALL CALENDAR

DEEP DARK FOREST 2025 WALL CALENDAR

By Anne Taintor

By Julya Hajnoczky

This bestselling and sassy wall calendar remains a beloved favorite. Anne Taintor’s vintage ladies serve up wicked wit, dark humor, and just the right dose of bad behavior.

This wall calendar features striking nature portraits of mushrooms, mosses, and other foraged treasures celebrating the biodiversity of the forest.

$15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797228693

MUSEUM BUMS 2025 WALL CALENDAR By Jack Shoulder and Mark Small

Put the past behind you with a whole year full of famous derrières in art! From the lusciously rendered bottoms of Renaissance paintings to the abstract curves of contemporary art, this wall calendar offers a funny treat all year round.

THIS IS MY BOOKSTORE 2025 WALL CALENDAR Celebrate 12 months of charming, cozy, quirky, and gorgeous bookstores around the world. $15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797228839

$15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797229607

LEGO ® 2025 WALL CALENDAR Capturing the boundless creativity of the LEGO® brand, this calendar will delight year-round with a new multicolored build for every month. $15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797228792

$15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797218939

MEN TO AVOID IN ART AND LIFE 2025 WALL CALENDAR By Nicole Tersigni

Through its unlikely pairing of classical artwork and meme-style captions, this wall calendar highlights the universally female experience of having her area of expertise explained in great inaccurate detail by an overly confident mansplainer. $15.99 • £13.99 UK 9781797230689

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LEGO, the LEGO logo, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2024 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.

All Wall Calendars: paperback, 12 x 12 in, 24 pp, FSC-certified paper, full-color images, Rights: W, unless otherwise indicated. On Sale: July

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WA L L C A L E N DA R S Includes Fall 2024 at a glance! All-new 100% plastic-free packaging and product!

CATFFIRMATIONS 2025 WALL CALENDAR

GRUMPY CAT 2025 WALL CALENDAR

CLASSIC HORROR MOVIES 2025 WALL CALENDAR

By Lim Heng Swee

By Grumpy Cat

By Ricardo Diseño

Channel the instinctive wisdom of clever cats with this 12-month wall calendar. Let each captivating illustration of hidden felines and their helpful mantras help you find your most playful and centered self.

Celebrate a whole year of charming sass, furrowed whiskers, and surly snapshots of the one and only Grumpy Cat.

It’s spooky season all year round with this beautifully creepy wall calendar featuring gorgeous custom artwork that celebrates classic and new-classic horror movies unforgettably illustrated by celebrated artist and horror movie fan Ricardo Diseño.

$15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797229935

$15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797229959

$15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797229973

FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES, FEATURING NEW ARTWORK!

DISNEY VILLAINS 2025 WALL CALENDAR Revel in 12 months of dastardly Disney Villains you love to fear and fear to love in this wickedly wonderful wall calendar. $15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797228815

MANDALORIAN AND CHILD 2025 WALL CALENDAR By Jeffrey Brown

Based on the new book from Jeffrey Brown, the New York Times bestselling author of the classic Darth Vader and Son series, this 12-month wall calendar includes exclusive artwork. $15.99 US • £13.99 UK 9781797230009

© 2024 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved.

© & ™ 2023 Lucasfilm Ltd.

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S I E R R A C LU B C AL E N DAR S The original nature calendars and still the bestsellers in their field. A portion of the proceeds from sales goes to support the Sierra Club’s work to preserve and protect the planet.

SIERRA CLUB ENGAGEMENT CALENDAR 2025 The most popular nature calendar ever published, this Sierra Club classic features “wire-o” binding, a week-by-week format, and 56 fullcolor images by America’s leading nature photographers. $19.95 US • 9781578052431 Previous ISBN: 9781578052400 paperback, wire-o binding, 6.3125 × 9.25 in, 120 pp, full-color photographs throughout Rights: US only Calendars/Nature Pub Month: July

SIERRA CLUB WILDERNESS CALENDAR 2025 With more than 10 million copies sold, the Sierra Club Wilderness Calendar has been America’s bestloved wall calendar for more than 40 years. The latest edition once again sets the standard with its breathtaking images of wild places across the country—all beautifully reproduced in stunning large format. $18.95 US • 9781578052424 Previous ISBN: 9781578052394 paperback, saddle stitched, 11.81 × 11.30 in, 24 pp, full-color photographs throughout Rights: US only Calendars/Nature Pub Month: July

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PHOTO CREDITS Engagement Calendar (from left): Ed Callaert (cover), Kevin Schafer, Patrick J. Endres, Mary Liz Austin. Wilderness Calendar (clockwise from left): Alan Majchrowicz (cover), Tim Fitzharris, Tad Bowman, Scott T. Smith.

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DA I LY A N D E N GAG E M E N T C A L E N DA R S Includes Fall 2024 at a glance! MORE THAN 10 MILLION COPIES SOLD IN THE SERIES!

All-new 100% plastic-free packaging and product!

WORST-CASE SCENARIO SURVIVAL 2025 DAILY CALENDAR

Expert Advice for Extreme Situations By David Borgenicht and Joshua Piven

An action-packed, day-to-day guide to surviving a year’s worth of peril—from the bestselling authors of The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook series.

LITTLE WORLD OF LIZ CLIMO 2025 DAILY CALENDAR By Liz Climo

This charming day-to-day calendar features adorable animal comics by bestselling author Liz Climo. $16.99 US • £14.99 UK 9781797229942

DISNEY A YEAR OF ANIMATION 2025 DAILY CALENDAR From Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to Wish, this charming desk calendar features a colorful image each day from one of the iconic feature films or shorts from Disney and Pixar. $16.99 US • £14.99 UK 9781797228808

5 1/8 x 4 1/2 x 1 1/2 in

$16.99 US • £14.99 UK 9781797229423 2-color images throughout © 2024 Disney/Pixar. All rights reserved.

All Daily Calendars: box with flaps, 6 x 5 x 1 1/2 in, 320 pp, full-color illustrations throughout Rights: W, unless otherwise indicated. On Sale: July

2 02 5 E N GAG E M E N T C AL E N DAR MY NEIGHBOR TOTORO 2025 ENGAGEMENT CALENDAR By Studio Ghibli

Stay organized and inspired all year long with this weekly planner featuring final frames from My Neighbor Totoro, Studio Ghibli’s beautifully animated fantasy. With colorful artwork throughout, plenty of space for notes, and a handy ribbon marker. $18.99 US • £16.99 UK 9781797229430 176 pp, 6 x 8 in, hardcover, ribbon page marker Rights: XJapan Calendars On Sale: July

LEGO ® FUN EVERY DAY 2025 DAILY CALENDAR Have a LEGO® laugh every day of the year! This punfilled daily calendar offers hilarious minifigure moments and brick-inspired jokes to brighten your day. $16.99 US • £14.99 UK 9781797228785

LEGO, the LEGO logo, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2024 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.

© 1988 Studio Ghibli

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AIM OF GAME Get ready to roll your way to victory in this fun tumbling game! Impress your fellow players with your skills as you roll tortoises across the garden to score. You can piece together the jigsaw-style garden scene cards in a different way each time you play, so no two games are ever the same. How and where your tortoises land determines how many points you win, so you’ll want to work out your best tumbling technique as quickly as you can. But be careful not to land on your back—that would be extremely embarrassing! The first player to earn 500 points is the winner and is crowned Top Tortoise Tumbler. Playing solo? Beat your own score in five turns! WHO IT’S FOR Perfect for friends, families, and lovers of tortoises.

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WHAT’S INSIDE Two rubber tortoises, nine garden scene cards, scorepad, and instructions. Printed using FSC paper and soy inks.

TORTOISE TUMBLE Package size: 6 x 4.7 x 1.2 in 120 x 150 x 30 mm Carton Quantity: 24 9781797228297 $15.00 sugg retail

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AIM OF GAME Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of Ancient Egypt. You and your fellow agents must work together to break the curse of Cleopatra’s tomb before your esteemed Time Agency bosses inadvertently unleash it on the world! Solve challenging puzzles, break codes, and discover hidden treasures as you delve into this escape room-style game. Use your powers of logic, cunning, and courage to solve the seven puzzles and outwit the Queen of Kings. The fate of time itself rests in your hands. WHO IT’S FOR Perfect for friends, families, puzzle solvers, and Escape Room fanatics.

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WHAT’S INSIDE Mission, seven Puzzle Packets (containing clues and puzzle-solving aids), Answers, Scoresheet, and Decoder Wheel. Printed using FSC paper and soy inks. TIMESCAPE: CLEOPATRA’S CURSE Package size: 5.1 x 7.7 x 1.2 in 195 x 130 x 30 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229119 $15.00 sugg retail

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AIM OF GAME Do you have what it takes to be the sole survivor of a spacewalk-gone-wrong? This Mini Edition of our bestselling classic offers a faster game that can be played over a smaller playing surface— perfect for on-the-go fun. This devious strategy game is a race through the vast and dangerous void of space. Meteorically selfish behavior is required to make it past wormholes, avoid laser blasts, and crucially, to leave your crewmates behind. Use your Action cards to defend, steal, and sabotage your way to victory. But remember: if you run out of oxygen at any point, you suffocate, and your game is over. WHO IT’S FOR Ideal for friends, families, and lovers of light strategy games and sabotage. WHAT’S INSIDE 4 Astronaut cards, 76 Game cards, Mission Guide, and English instructions. Printed using FSC paper and soy inks.

A LITTLE SELFISH™: SPACE MINI EDITION Package size: 5.1 x 3.8 x 1.6 in 97 x 130 x 40 mm Carton Quantity: 24 9781797229096 $12.00 sugg retail

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AIM OF GAME Think you can survive the zombie apocalypse? This Mini Edition of our bestselling classic offers a faster game that can be played over a smaller playing surface—perfect for on-the-go fun. This merciless strategy game is a race across the terrifying zombie-filled wasteland. Only the first human to make it to the chopper will escape. Use your Action cards to defend, scheme, and rampage your way past the hordes of undead. But remember: if you run out of supplies or get bitten at any point, you turn into a zombie and your sole purpose is to stop the remaining survivors from reaching that chopper alive.

WHO IT’S FOR Ideal for friends, families, lovers of light strategy games, and anyone who claims they could survive the zombie apocalypse. WHAT’S INSIDE 4 Survivor cards, 76 Game cards, Survival Guide, and English instructions. Printed using FSC paper and soy inks.

A LITTLE SELFISH™: ZOMBIE MINI EDITION Package size: 5.1 x 3.8 x 1.6 in 97 x 130 x 40 mm Carton Quantity: 24 9781797229102 $12.00 sugg retail

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BIRD LOVER’S 1000-PIECE JIGSAW PUZZLE A challenging 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle that’s all about birds and their flyways! As you piece the jigsaw together, you’ll reveal over 100 beautiful birds soaring along their flyways around the world. You’ll also find a map included with information about the eight migration flyways, as well as facts about the birds and where they take flight. Featuring stunning illustrations of these majestic creatures, this is a great gift for the ornithophiles and twitchers in your life. And once the circular jigsaw is finished, it’s easy to frame to create a piece of art! Perfect for the bird or puzzle lover, it comes in giftable tube packaging. Made using 70% recycled materials and 30% FSC paper. Printed using soy inks. Jigsaw Size: 26.8 x 26.8 in 680 x 680 mm Package Size: 4.5 x 12 x 4.5 in 305 x 115 x 115 mm Carton Quantity: 12 9781797229140 $20.00 sugg retail

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100 BIRTHDAY JOKES These cheeky puns and sweet silliness will make you howl with laughter! Packaged in a birthday cake box, they’re perfect for entertaining kids and making grown-ups giggle. Suitable for ages 8+, 1+ players, average 15 minutes of fun. Printed using FSC paper and soy inks. Recyclable. Package size: 3.4 x 3.7 x 1 in 95 x 85 x 26 mm Carton Quantity: 24 9781797229072 $8.00 sugg retail

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Returns Address: Chronicle Books Returns c/o Hachette Book Group USA 322 S. Enterprise Blvd. Lebanon, IN 46052 Please include account number and a packing list or chargeback with all returns. Written permission is not required for “returnable” accounts. Returns must be In Print, or, if Out of Print, returned within 6 months of the OP date, in saleable condition, and whole copy (except for strippable titles). No authorization is required for overstock returns or damaged / defective merchandise. Returns are credited at the same price and discount at which they were most recently purchased. Calendar Returns Note: For calendar stripped cover returns, return back cover (must include bar code) to: Chronicle Books Returns c/o Hachette Book Group USA 326 S. Enterprise Blvd. Lebanon, IN 46052 Deadline to return calendars: July 1st.

RIGHTS INFORMATION

Leslie Davisson leslie_davisson@ chroniclebooks.com

Corporate Gifts & Premium Sales

corporategifts@ chroniclebooks.com

Custom Publishing Catherine Huchting

415-537-4283 Export Sales

Tessa Ingersoll

415-537-4205 Subsidiary Rights

Samantha Allen samantha_allen@ chroniclebooks.com

Coop Contact your sales representative

US

United States only

XUK World English, excluding UK XUKE World English, excluding UK and Europe XUKC World English, excluding UK and Commonwealth XUKCE World English, excluding UK, Commonwealth, and Europe XEU World, excluding Europe XAUNZ World English, excluding Australia and New Zealand XJ World, excluding Japan

Publicity publicity @chroniclebooks.com

All prices and publication dates are subject to change without notice. Residents of all states except AK, DE, MT, NH, and OR, please add local sales tax.

General Inquiries Chronicle Books 680 Second Street San Francisco, CA 94107 415-537-4200 E-mail: hello@ chroniclebooks.com Web Site: www.chroniclebooks.com

Safety has always been important to Chronicle Books and our titles comply with all necessary legislation.

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BOOK STORE REPRESENTATIVES

GIFT STORE REPRESENTATIVES

California, Selected Texas

California, Nevada, Hawaii; Southwest AZ, CO, NM, UT, WY

Dave Ehrlich Phone: 323-346-7498 dave_ehrlich@chroniclebooks. com

Pacific Northwest AK, WA, OR, AZ Jamil Zaidi Phone: 425-985-5657 jamil_zaidi@chroniclebooks.com

CO, ID, MT, UT, WY, NM Chickman Associates Phone: 650-642-2609 chickmanis@comcast.net

Midwest IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, OH, SD, WI

Stephen Young & Assoc. Los Angeles, CA Showroom Phone: 800-282-5863 Fax: 213-748-5895 info@stephenyoung.net

Mid-Atlantic DC, DE, MD, Eastern PA, VA Harper Group Phone: 888-644-1704 Fax: 888-644-1292 support@harpergroup.com www.harpergroup.com

Midwest IL, IN, KY, MI, OH

Abraham Associates Phone: 1-800-701-2489 Fax: 952-927-8089 info@abraham associatesinc.com

Kelley & Crew Inc. Chicago, IL Phone: 773-774-3495 Cell: 773-294-3203 Fax: 773-442-0810 kcrewreps@gmail.com

New England CT, NH, MA, ME, RI, VT

Midwest MN, ND, SD, WI

Emily Cervone Phone: 860-212-3740 emily_cervone@ chroniclebooks.com

Anne McGilvray & Company Minneapolis, MN Showroom Phone: 800-527-1462 Fax: 866-539-0192 hello@annemcgilvray.com

New York Metro, NJ, and Selected DC and PA Accounts Melissa Grecco Phone: 516-298-6715 melissa_grecco@ chroniclebooks.com

Mid-Atlantic DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, WV Chesapeake and Hudson Phone: 800-231-4469 Fax: 800-307-5163 office@cheshud.com

Southeast AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, SC, NC, OK, TN, TX, VA Southern Territory Assoc. Phone: 772-223-7776 rizzosta@gmail.com

Library and Educational Accounts Anastasia Scott Phone: 415-537-4385 anastasia_scott@ chroniclebooks.com

New England, New York Metro, New Jersey CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT, Upstate New York Harper Group Phone: 888-644-1704 Fax: 888-644-1292 support@harpergroup.com www.harpergroup.com

Pacific Northwest AK, ID, OR, MT, WA Bettencourt Seattle, WA Showroom Phone: 800-462-6099 Fax: 206-762-2457 info@bettencourtgroup.com

Southeast AL, FL, GA, MS, NC, SC, TN The Simblist Group Atlanta, GA Showroom Phone: 800-524-1621 Fax: 404-524-8901 info@simblistgroup.com

South and Midwest AR, IA, KS, LA, MO, NE, OK, TX Anne McGilvray & Company Dallas, TX Showroom: Dallas Market Center Phone: 800-527-1462 Fax: 866-539-0192 hello@annemcgilvray.com

INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTION United Kingdom & Europe 1st Floor, 1 West Smithfield London EC1A 9JU Tel: +44 (0)20 7713 2060

UK Sales Inquiries: info@abramsandchronicle.co.uk

Europe Sales Inquiries: internationalsales@ abramsandchronicle.co.uk

New Business: newbusiness@ abramsandchronicle.co.uk All orders supplied via Macmillan Distribution Ltd, Swansea

Canada Raincoast Books 2440 Viking Way Richmond, BC Canada V6V 1N2 Phone: 604-448-7100 Fax: 604-270-7161 info@raincoast.com www.raincoast.com

Canada BC to Manitoba Ampersand Inc. West Coast Office Toll-free phone: 866-736-5620 Phone: 604-243-5594 Fax: 604-337-4056 info@ampersandinc.ca Ampersand Inc. Toronto Office Toll-free phone: 1-866-849-3819 Phone: 416-703-0666 Fax: 416-703-4745 info@ampersandinc.ca

Canada Quebec Hornblower Group Inc. Phone: 514-704-3626 Fax: 800-596-8496 kstacey@hornblowerbooks.com Phone: 514-239-3594 Imsimard@hornblowerbooks.com

Canada Atlantic Canada Hornblower Group Inc. Fax: 416-461-0365 Toll-Free Phone: 1-855-444-0770 ext 2 lmartella@ hornblowerbooks.com www.hornblowerbooks.com

Australia

South Korea

Hardie Grant Books Phone: +61 3 8520 6444 info@hardiegrant.com.au

Soohyun Jin Information and Culture Korea Phone: 82-2-3141-4791 Fax: 82-2-3141-7733 cs.ick@ick.co.kr

New Zealand Bookreps NZ Ltd. Phone: +(64) 94192635 Fax: +(64) 94192634 susan@bookreps.co.nz www.bookreps.co.nz

Latin America, Caribbean, Bermuda Hachette Book Group Jennifer Gray Phone: 212-364-1515 jennifer.gray@hbgusa.com

AFRICA: Eastern & Western Africa A-Z Africa Service Anita Zih Phone: +31 10 415 4250 anita.zih@azabs.nl

AFRICA: South Africa Jonathan Ball Publishers Phone: +27 11 601 8000 services@jonathanball.co.za

Middle East, Pakistan, Turkey, North Africa Ester Nader Hachette ester.nader@hachette.co.uk

Hong Kong and Vietnam Emmanuel Wong Emmanuel.Wong@hachette. co.uk

Philippines and Micronesia Isa Garcia-Jacinto Phone: +632 9178574677 isa.jacinto.hbg@gmail.com

Hong Kong Distributors Asia Publishers Services Ltd Zita Chan (Trade books and gifts) Phone: 852-2553-9289 apshksales@asiapubs.com.hk

Singapore Distributors Times Distribution Loi Zhi Wei (Books and gifts) Phone: +65-6715-8960 zwloi@times distribution.com.sg

Malaysia Distributor Dan Lain-Lain (Children’s Gift) www.danlainlain.co

India Tessa Ingersoll Phone: 415-537-4205 Fax: 415-537-4470 tessa_ingersoll@chroniclebooks. com

Japan Tim Burland Mobile: +81 (0) 90-1633-6643 tkburland@gmail.com

Taiwan Sheila Lo Phone: +886975592863 Sheila.Lo@hachette.co.uk

Thailand, Cambodia, Indonesia June Poonpanich Phone: +66949251644 june.poonpanich@hachette. co.uk

China (Northern China) Jenny Wang Phone: +86-13611634763 jenny.wang@hachette.co.uk

China (Southern China) Jingyi Cai Phone: +86-15989075781 JingYi.Cai@hachette.co.uk

Singapore & Malaysia Jack Baverstock Phone: +44 (0) 7789636123 jack.baverstock@hachette.co.uk

West Virginia and Western PA Pamela Miller PDM Enterprises Phone: 412-881-7033 Fax: 412-881-7033 repref23@aol.com

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