Schiffer Better Days Books 2023

Welcome to Better Day Books!

We are thrilled that you have found us and hope you will be inspired by the contemporary assortment of titles that we offer.

The theme for our Fall 2023 collection is CREATIVITY & CONNECTION. That’s why you’ll see that our list features both aspirational craft books from popular content creators and a fun assortment of guided journals and game books that provide inventive opportunities for readers to bond with friends and loved ones.

At Better Day Books, we believe in the power of books to teach and inspire creative ideas that lead to better lives for ourselves, our families, and our communities.

HERE’S OUR APPROACH:

HAPPY: We build confidence, creativity, and kindness into every book. We believe in the power of making to improve the quality of life of our readers as well as of those around them.

CREATIVE: We inspire readers to make something beautiful every day. Our fresh ideas, beautiful imagery, and approachable instructions make the process easy, inviting, and unintimidating.

CURATED: We publish with passion. We have a handcrafted approach to publishing. We study the market and create books that marry fresh ideas with compelling formats that inspire readers and win for our retail partners.

Thank you for your support—it means the world to us!

The Big Book of Happy Crafts

24 Creative Projects to Infuse Your World with Style, Personality & Fun

B y LUCIA MALLEA

It’s time to get crafty! Join internationally renowned artist and content creator Lucia Mallea on a fun and colorful crafting journey through 24 stylish projects. From stunning paper flowers and cheerful party decorations to DIY home décor and even stylish fashion accessories, readers will learn how to elevate inexpensive craft supplies into stunning works of art like cake stands, flower curtains, parrot earrings, statement stars, and more. Each project includes frustration-free step-by-step instructions and gorgeous photos of the finished results. Readers will discover how to choose the right tools, master basic techniques, and add fun embellishments to their creations. And the best part? This book includes handy ready-to-go templates and a bonus pull-out project. It’s time for readers to gather their friends, break out the glue guns, and craft themselves happy!

ț 24 easy projects for home décor, party supplies, fashion accessories, and faux flowers are broken down step by step.

ț Gorgeous and fun photography highlights the joy in every project.

ț Includes a bonus, ready-to-use cardstock project for a flying toucan!

ț Convenient templates are bound right into the book and perforated for easy tear-out.

AVAILABLE: September 2023

PRICE: $29.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 9” × 11” (229 x 279mm)

PAGE COUNT: 200

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6711-3

Perforated, easy-to-use templates

24 fun and easy step-by-step projects

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Lucia Mallea is a dynamic bilingual content creator who has captured the hearts of over 300,000 followers worldwide with her vibrant art projects and accessible craft tutorials. She has collaborated with some of the world’s most recognized brands, including Disney, Starbucks, Sharpie, and Dove. Originally from Argentina, Lucia now lives in Miami, FL, where she continues to inspire crafters with her playful designs, creative use of color, and a healthy dose of glitter! Learn more at www.luciamallea.com and @luciamallea on Instagram.

Find Your Flow

A Beginner’s Guide to Unlocking Creativity through Intuitive Fluid Art with Alcohol Ink & More

B y JESSICA YOUNG

ț Learn how to make 10 gorgeous projects step-by-step using alcohol ink and fluid and high-flow acrylics.

ț Learn 9 diverse techniques for blending, fading, texturing, and more.

ț Reflect and process artistic experiences mindfully with the teachings, affirmations, and journaling included throughout the book.

ț Inspiring photography and heartfelt guidance welcome readers of all skill levels.

Readers will learn how to lean in to their unique style of creativity with this fluid art instruction book that combines creative inspiration and soulful introspection with practical instruction.

Author and licensed psychotherapist Jessica Young is an expert, empathetic guide for readers to develop their energy and feed their creative flow. Through the diverse techniques and 10 expressive projects in this book, readers will learn how to use the dynamic traits of alcohol ink, high-flow acrylic paint, and more to make beautiful works of abstract art that are reflections of their soul. By tackling the skill-building exercises first, they’re guaranteed success when they move on to the step-by-step projects. But this book doesn’t just teach how to put paint to paper—it also teaches readers to reflect and process their artistic experiences mindfully with the teachings, affirmations, and journaling included throughout the book. As they journey through the pages, readers will learn to encourage their creative process, face their inner critic, trust their unique voice, work past frustration, find their why, and embrace the fact that they are artists.

AVAILABLE: December 2023

PRICE: $29.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 9” × 10.5” (229 x 267mm)

PAGE COUNT: 192

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6712-0

I trust in my innate ability to create

Comprehensive supplies lists, color keys, and step-by-step guidance set readers up for success

only by you. If you’re skipping these reflections, at the very least, ask yourself why. What are you avoiding about your process?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jessica Young is an intuitive contemporary artist specializing in abstract expression using fluid mediums and epoxy resin. She combines color, texture, and movement to express the inner workings of the heart, mind, and psyche. A self-taught artist who began painting professionally in 2017, Jessica carries two degrees in clinical psychology and has spent the last decade working closely within her local mental health community, specializing in trauma and mood disorders. Jessica is a licensed psychotherapist and currently runs her own psychotherapy private practice. She is also a yoga instructor, meditation guide, and certified Reiki healer and spends her free time traveling, reading, and writing. Born and raised south of Boston, Jessica currently lives with her husband, Kyle, and two rescue dogs, Zoey and Tucker, in western Massachusetts. To learn more, visit www.jessicayoungartist.com and @jessicayoungart on Instagram.

Expert lessons and techniques make learning fun and easy

The Art of Playful Lettering

A Super-Fun, Super-Creative, and Super-Joyful Guide to Uplifting Words and Phrases - Includes Bonus Drawing Lessons

Hand lettering just got a whole lot more fun with this instructional guide from professional lettering artist Dawn Nicole Warnaar.

This comprehensive book, perfect for beginners and experienced lettering artists alike, begins with three foundational lettering styles and then expands to ten playful variations. Each style comes complete with a full set of uppercase and lowercase letters, detailed instructions, tracing practice, and creative worksheets. But that’s not all! Dawn also includes lessons showing how to embellish lettering with cute elements to create expressive word art. Just as inspirational as it is instructional, the book is filled with the author’s gorgeous art and is printed on high-quality art paper with a lay-flat binding, making it perfect for users to practice right inside the book.

It’s time to add serious style to your art with playful lettering!

ț Learn how to letter with flair with the 13 different lettering styles presented in this instructional guide for beginners.

ț Readers will start by learning 3 foundational lettering styles and then build their skills as they progress on to 10 additional styles.

ț After mastering the lettering styles, readers will learn how to embellish them with simple illustrations and even learn how to make full compositions.

ț Includes playful palettes, stepby-step projects, and dozens of doodles to learn.

AVAILABLE: December 2023

PRICE: $29.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 8.5” × 11” (216 x 279mm)

PAGE COUNT: 208

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6713-7

Includes ready-to-use color palettes, easy illustrations to learn, guidance on tools, and more

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dawn Nicole Warnaar is a talented and sought-after lettering artist who creates one-ofa-kind fonts, illustrations, and custom designs for clients and brands such as Tombow, Kendra Scott, Silhouette, Create Room, and Mixbook Photo Co. Also a dedicated teacher, she shares her knowledge and expertise through her workbooks, Procreate brush packages, and online courses. With a mission to educate and inspire makers to get creative daily, Dawn has helped many budding artists learn the art of hand lettering and calligraphy. To learn more, visit www.bydawnnicole.com and @bydawnnicole on Instagram.

You Can Ask Me Anything

The Super-Secret Question Book for Friends

B y BETTER DAY BOOKS

How well do you really know your best friend? Kids can use this book to find out! Inside there are over 200 “pinky swear” questions to make readers think, ponder, and LOL. From hilarious “would you rather” questions to revealing “this or that” questions, this book will have kids talking, laughing, and sharing with every page! It’s perfect for long car rides, sleepovers, video calls, and hangouts. The book is organized into chapters called All About Us, Our Favorite Things, Goals and Dreams, The Tough Stuff, Relationships, and My Life. Each chapter includes prompts, questions, quote art, and plenty of room to personalize the pages! It’s the most fun way for readers to build connections and get even closer to the friends they already have and the new ones they’ll make.

ț A super-fun shared journal concept that makes it exciting for friends to share their thoughts, dreams, plans, and LOLs.

ț Includes a fun “pinky swear” privacy pledge that helps kids to bond as they pass the journal back and forth.

ț Lay-flat binding and high-quality journal paper make it easy for friends to answer the over 300 questions.

AVAILABLE: September 2023

PRICE: $12.99

FORMAT: Softcover

SIZE: 6” x 8” (152 x 203mm)

PAGE COUNT: 96

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6714-4

HELLO!

Welcome to the Pinky Swear Society Shared Diary!

The purpose of this book is to create a super-special place where best friends can come together to share their thoughts, ideas, dreams, and plans—with total privacy! In this book, you don’t have to hold anything back. You can be completely honest, because the only people who are going to read it are your best friends! Oh, and everyone will take the super pinky pledge to promise that your secrets are kept safe. Here’s how it works:

THE OWNER OF THE BOOK FILLS OUT THE FIRST PAGES AND THEN PASSES IT ON TO ONE FRIEND.

THAT FRIEND FILLS OUT A FEW PAGES AND THEN PASSES IT ON TO THE NEXT FRIEND. AND SO ON

Each friend that gains access to the book must take the pinky pledge and sign the friendship contract!

The purpose of this book is to create a super-special place where best friends can come together to share their thoughts, ideas, dreams, and plans—with total privacy! In this book, you don’t have to hold anything back. You can be completely honest, because the only people who are going to read it are your best friends! Oh, and everyone will take the super pinky pledge to promise that your secrets are kept safe. Here’s how it works: Each friend that gains access to the book must take the pinky pledge and sign the friendship contract!

As you make new friends and develop deep bonds with them, you can also add them to the society.

As you make new friends and develop deep bonds with them, you can also add them to the society.

The best part about this book is that when it’s complete, you’ll have a time capsule of what you and all your friends where thinking and doing during this time in your life. What fun!

Friendship is one of the best things in life, and this book will bring you even closer. Make memories, share your thoughts and dreams, and be friends forever!

The best part about this book is that when it’s complete, you’ll have a time capsule of what you and all your friends where thinking and doing during this time in your life. What fun! Friendship is one of the best things in life, and this book will bring you even closer. Make memories,

YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THIS BOOK.

aBOUT MUSic Mad

aBOUT MUSic Mad

DO YOU PLAY AN INSTRUMENT? IF SO, WHICH ONE(S)?

DO YOU PLAY AN INSTRUMENT? IF SO, WHICH ONE(S)?

WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE BAND?

WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE BAND?

DO YOU LIKE TO SING? ARE YOU A GOOD SINGER?

DO YOU LIKE TO SING? ARE YOU A GOOD SINGER?

WHAT MUSIC DO YOU PLAY IF YOU WANT TO FOCUS OR STUDY?

WHAT MUSIC DO YOU PLAY IF YOU WANT TO FOCUS OR STUDY?

WHAT MUSIC IS BEST FOR A RAINY DAY? IF YOU HAD TO SING KARAOKE, WHAT SONG WOULD YOU PICK?

WHAT MUSIC IS BEST FOR A RAINY DAY? IF YOU HAD TO SING KARAOKE, WHAT SONG WOULD YOU PICK?

WHAT ARTIST DID YOU USED TO LIKE, BUT DON’T ANYMORE? WHAT ARTIST DID YOU USED TO DISLIKE, BUT NOW YOU LIKE?

WHAT ARTIST DID YOU USED TO LIKE, BUT DON’T ANYMORE? WHAT ARTIST DID YOU USED TO DISLIKE, BUT NOW YOU LIKE?

WHAT MUSIC DO YOU PLAY WHEN YOU WANT TO DANCE?

WHAT MUSIC DO YOU PLAY WHEN YOU WANT TO DANCE?

IF YOU HAD A BAND, WHAT WOULD YOU NAME IT?

IF YOU HAD A BAND, WHAT WOULD YOU NAME IT?

perfect for long car rides, sleepovers, video calls, and hangouts

Diary Society Series

Bold & Brave Question & Answer Books

B y KATELYN COLE and JOSEPH STAUNTON

demands honesty between friends as they share their deepest thoughts and feelings in a super-secret co-journal.

ț Beautiful hardcover books with lay-flat binding, quality journaling paper, embossed covers, and 4-color illustration throughout.

zone where they can record their thoughts and feelings without fear.

ț Dozens of substantive questions about home, school, social life, and the future encourage kids to think deeply and help them to know themselves better.

Welcome to the Diary Society, a creative journaling concept where brave individuals trust enough to share their deepest thoughts, dreams, fears, and experiences. Whether writing alone in their personal diary or co-journaling with a friend, every reader’s story is safe as a member of this super fun journaling club.

Shared Diary Society for Friends is a creative co-journal where friends pledge to be open and honest as they take turns responding to questions about their hopes, thoughts, dreams, and fears. Whether sharing lighthearted memories or deep struggles, friends will get to know themselves—and each other—better and better!

Secret Diary Society All About Me provides a safe space for readers to record thoughts and feelings. In it, kids can get real and honestly answer questions about their personal life, dreams and aspirations, worries and fears, and more.

SHARED DIARY SOCIETY FOR FRIENDS

AVAILABLE: September 2023

PRICE: $16.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 6” x 8” (152 x 203mm)

PAGE COUNT: 160

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6715-1

SECRET DIARY SOCIETY ALL ABOUT ME

AVAILABLE: September 2023

PRICE: $16.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 6” x 8” (152 x 203mm)

PAGE COUNT: 160

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6720-5

CHAPTER 1

communicatioN

Building relationships and practicing communication with the people in our lives is the key to happiness and overall well-being. Whether with our closest friends, other friends, or family members, it’s essential to make sure we connect authentically, honestly, and with kindness.

That’s what this chapter is all about!

This chapter is a special space where two of you can explore your relationship and connect on a deeper level. Remember to be truly open and honest with each other while reflecting on your relationship to make it even stronger. Don’t be afraid to be vulnerable—this is a safe space where you can both share your thoughts and feelings freely. So grab a pen, find a cozy spot, and let’s dive in to this journey of self-discovery and relationship building together!

FOR FRIENDS

Sharing Our Emotions

Even at my worst, I’m my best with you.

Here is a fun activity that you can do together! Read the questions below and then take turns filling in the answers in the spaces provided. It’s always interesting to see what you each remember most!

The sweetest thing you ever said to me:

The maddest I ever saw you:

Questions and prompts inspire connection and bonding

The way I know you’ve got my back:

The hardest thing I ever had to tell you:

Something I shared that only you know about me:

From the below questions, pick two questions each to answer.

When did you feel we were the closest, and why?

Are you more of a talker or a listener?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Katelyn Cole is a former teacher, passionate book lover, and the founder of The Bookcase Beauty, a popular blog and social media community with over 96,000 followers. Learn more at www.thebookcasebeauty. com and @bookcasebeauty.

What do you think is the most challenging conversation we’ve ever had?

Is there anything you want to tell me now, but are afraid to? If so, what is it?

Answer these questions together: How do we handle disagreements? Are there any changes we should make in the way we communicate during tough times?

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Joseph Staunton has been educating and inspiring elementary and high school students for over 20 years as an award-winning teacher and passionate coach. He has earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees while studying economics, education, and creative writing.

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Always changing, always growing— together.

The variety of chapter topics included are tons of fun but also dig deep

Short, impactful lessons and inspiring art encourage openness

This or That - Game in a Book

1,500 Questions to Nurture Connections with Friends & Family

Going Out or Staying In?

ț Over 1,500 hilarious, thoughtprovoking, and insightful questions.

Put your friendship to the test with this hilarious and interactive quiz book! With more than 1,500 “this or that” questions, you will see just how well you know your friends and family. But beware—the tables might turn, as your besties are not the only ones who have to answer tough questions. You will have to predict their answers! Score high and pat yourself on the back for your deep connections. Score low? No problem! Just flip to the back of the book for more questions to strengthen your bond. Get ready for laughs, lessons, and memorable moments as you bring people closer together with this must-have book.

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HERE’S HOW TO PLAY:

CHOOSE ROLES:

Decide who will be the giver and who will be the receiver.

SELECT QUIZ PAGE:

The giver will browse the book and pick a quiz page.

PREDICT RESPONSES:

The giver will predict the receiver’s answers and fill out their side of the quiz.

READ AND RECORD:

The giver will read each question and record the receiver’s responses, filling out the receiver’s side of the page.

SCORE:

Using the checkboxes in the center of the page, tally up how many answers the giver got right! If the giver correctly predicts more than half of the answers, they can move on to the next quiz page. If not, they can turn to the back of the book for more questions to get to know the receiver better!

Did you get more than half of your predictions wrong?

No worries! Go to the back of the book and find the associated chapter number. Then, ask your friend more questions on the topic so you can get to know them better.

Cool,

—PHYLLIS MCGINLEY

Everyone can play with the easy instructions for a creative twist on a classic this or that format

CHAPTER 1

HAPPY HOBBIES

Get ready to get busy!

In this chapter you will find a series of questions designed to delve into your hobbies and interests. Find out whether the players love an indie rock festival in an open field or blaring dance music in a crowded club, who likes solo sports or team sports, and more.

Let’s get started!

TIP: Keep Answers Secret The convenient flap on the book can be used to conceal answers!

TELL ME MORE HAPPY HOBBIES

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6 THIS OR THAT

MUSIC MANIA (page 16)

• What was the first album you purchased?

• What’s the best concert you ever attended?

• What is your least favorite genre of music?

SUPER SPORTS (page 18)

• How many sports teams have you played on?

• Who would make great team members?

• Do you have any sports idols? Who are they?

GAMES AND GAMING (page 20)

• What is the coolest video game you’ve ever played?

• What board game do you always suggest to play?

• Are you best at word games, speed games, or puzzle games?

BRILLIANT BOOKS (page 22)

• What kind of book would you love to write?

• What are the top three books you’ve ever read?

• What book world would you love to visit?

CREATIVE CRAFTS (page 17)

• What’s the last craft you made with your hands?

• What kind of craft do you want to learn next?

• Does anyone in your family make things?

MAGICAL MOVIES

• What job would you prefer to have in making a movie?

• What is your favorite TV series?

• Have you ever acted in a film, commercial, or play?

FABULOUS FASHION

• What kind of clothing do you own the most of?

• What’s the most you ever spent on a piece of clothing?

• What clothing would you design

Hundreds of this or that questions offer endless fun, and bonus open-ended questions strengthen bonds!

A hobby a day keeps the doldrums away.

A true friend accepts who you are, but also helps you become who you should be.

Make Your Memory

The Modern Crafter’s Guide to Beautiful Scrapbook Layouts, Cards, and Mini Albums

Preserve, celebrate, and cherish life’s most memorable moments with this creative guide to modern scrapbooking by prolific papercraft designer Paige Evans!

Readers will learn how to create contemporary scrapbook layouts using nine different techniques. Each technique includes a step-by-step project as well as a gallery of additional samples for endless inspiration! Readers will also learn how to make beautiful cards for every occasion that are just as thoughtful as they are gorgeous. And the mini album chapter will teach them how to make three memory books that are small in size, but big on detail, each one overflowing with beautiful paper designs and layers of coordinating embellishments.

For those new to the craft, the book includes a comprehensive “getting started” chapter that will guide them through the massive amount of tools and materials available. At the back of the book, there are eight pages of perforated scrapbook paper that readers can pull out and use to create the projects in the book or those of their own design.

Readers will love making their memories into works of art that will be cherished for years.

layouts, cards, and mini albums are broken down step by step.

A comprehensive guide to tools, paper, and supplies ensures readers are prepared with all the basics.

Nine different papercrafting techniques teach readers how to incorporate border punches, mixed media, stamps, hand stitching, and more.

Convenient scrapbook paper bound right into the book and perforated for easy tear-out makes getting started a cinch.

AVAILABLE: June 2023

PRICE: $24.99

FORMAT: Softcover (with flaps)

Scrapbook layouts, cards, and mini albums, all with comprehensive supplies lists

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Paige Evans is a prolific paper artist and craft designer who is well known for her intricate scrapbook layouts, beautiful handmade cards, and layered photo albums. She has fourteen signature scrapbook collections with American Crafts, regularly designs cut files for Silhouette, Inc, and is the Creative Editor for Scrapbook & Cards Today magazine. A passionate and in-demand instructor, Paige has more than 24 scrapbooking and mini album workshops available online and loves teaching in-person workshops whenever she can. Paige resides in Littleton, CO, with her husband, two children, and two curious kittens who love to hang out in her craft studio! To learn more, please visit www. paigetaylorevans.com and @paigetaylorevans on Instagram.

17 gorgeous step-by-step projects

Gorgeous Gouache

The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Opaque Watercolor Painting

The modern guide to opaque watercolor painting! Gouache is very similar to watercolor and totally within beginners’ reach when they follow the easy and accessible instructions inside this beautiful book from renowned artist, author, and designer Viddhi Saschit. With 20 projects centered around nature, landscapes, and florals, readers will follow the author stroke-by-stroke as she guides them through every step of the painting progress. Ready-to-use painting patterns for each and every project, printed on beautiful artist paper that is thick enough to hold up to wet paint, are included at the back of the book. Readers will also find inspiration and encouragement about the creative process from the author throughout, as well as breakdowns of color mixing and all essential techniques for working with gouache. Explore the colorful, bold, and gorgeous world of gouache today with this modern guide aimed at absolute beginners!

ț Creative techniques for getting gorgeous results in gouache no matter the skill level.

ț Super supply recommendations for paint, paper, and brushes.

ț Color mixing recipes and pretty palettes for easy color creation and choices.

ț Step-by-step projects featuring beautiful flowers, dreamy landscapes, and iconic travel destinations guide readers visually.

ț Beautifully deluxe format with full-size patterns on gouache paper at the back of the book.

ț Encouraging tips and advice for creativity from the author.

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $24.99

FORMAT: Softcover

SIZE: 8.5” × 11” (216 x 279mm)

PAGE COUNT: 176

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6547-8

Step-by-step instructions are perfect for beginners

20 projects with pull-out patterns

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Viddhi Saschit is a deeply passionate artist and creative coach who is internationally known for her positive energy and use of bright color. She has collaborated with The Walt Disney Company, Faber-Castell, and Princeton Artist Brush Co. Viddhi is the founder of a surface pattern design company, Color & Joy, and has inspired more than 19,000 students through her creative workshops, Skillshare art classes, and coaching program, Flourish with Viddhi. She holds a degree in Architecture and currently resides in Chennai, India. Find out more about her at www.viddhisaschit.com or @viddhi.saschit on Instagram.

Premade palettes and color mixing equations for a variety of colorways and creativity

Modern Crochet Garden

Stylish Flower & Succulent Patterns to Stitch in a Day

22 stylish botanical projects are all suitable for beginners.

Detailed instructions, yarn info, gauge guidance, and more leave no detail out.

A getting started section covers the basics for those new to the craft.

The deluxe package includes hardcover binding and thick matte paper, a great addition to any library.

Readers who love flowers, succulents, cacti, and crochet will love this book! Inside, readers will find 22 beautifully-designed projects that are simple enough to make in a day and stylish enough to display or give as gifts.

The book is organized into two main themes: flower projects and succulent projects. The flower chapter starts with tutorials for making ten flowers, such as a daisy, a rose, and a ranunculus, as well as four kinds of leaves. After mastering the basic elements, readers can move on to a variety of flower-based projects. The succulent chapter provides a wide range of plant and cactus projects.

Projects include practical items like coasters, dish scrubbers, and a table runner; decorative items like potted plants, a wreath, a garland, and wall art; and personal accessories like hair clips, purses, and headbands. Each project comes with detailed stitch instructions, a shopping list, the finished size, and the skill level. Also included are general crochet instructions, stitch diagrams, and yarn information.

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $24.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 7.75” × 9.5” (197 x 241mm)

PAGE COUNT: 160

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6134-0

22 projects all include yarn and hook info, gauge info, and stitch guides

Clear, thorough step-by-step instructions make every project achievable in just one day

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Amy Gaines is a well-known amigurumi designer, selling both knit and crochet patterns online to crafters around the world. Amy started her first shop on Etsy in 2006 and now can also be found on Ravelry, Craftsy, Amazon, LoveKnitting, and Creative Fabrica. Amy’s patterns have been published in many magazines, including Vogue Knitting, Knit 1 , Elle Italia , and Crochet! Amy’s work can also be found in several Leisure Arts pattern books, including Cute Little Animals and Little Knitted Creatures. Amy was featured on the PBS program Knit and Crochet Now and in several Bluprint Instructional Videos. Amy also designs patterns for Lion Brand Yarn. The Massachusetts resident credits her husband Chris and her two daughters, Audrey and Alice, for their help and inspiration.

Stunning photography inspires and motivates readers to pick up their crochet hooks

Easy Cricut ® Crafts

More Than 35 Quick, Easy, and Stylish Cutting Machine Projects Using Vinyl, Iron-On, Cardstock, Cork, Leather, and Fabric

By CORI GEORGE

More than 35 fun and customizable projects

Detailed instructions throughout allow beginners to succeed

ț 35+ diverse step-by-step projects build reader’s skills and confidence.

ț Downloadable SVG files make creating and customizing projects super easy.

ț Essential info on machines, supplies, and tools allows total beginners to get started with ease.

ț Projects include party goodies, fashion items, home décor, and baby gifts.

Get started in Cricut crafting with this gorgeous guide by popular craft designer Cori George! Inside readers will find tons of simple projects for home décor, parties, kids, and more and learn how to make projects in paper, vinyl, and leather. Each project comes complete with step-by-step instructions and downloadable SVG files, plus a ton of flexibility to adapt designs to personal needs and tastes. The projects work with many other brands of cutting machines, so no matter the reader’s technology, they can make it!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $24.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 7.75” × 9.5” (197 x 241mm)

PAGE COUNT: 192

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6548-5

Cori George is the owner and Creative Director of Hey, Let’s Make Stuff! She is passionate about creating content that is accessible and fun for every level of crafter. Cori is an author, maker, and creative entrepreneur who has partnered with Martha Stewart, Parade, Today, Good Housekeeping, Cricut, Apartment Therapy, Country Living, Joann, and Buzzfeed. She lives in beautiful Bellingham, WA with her husband and twin boys. She loves spending time outside, traveling and making the most of her one wild and precious life. Learn more at heyletsmakestuff.com and @heyletsmakestuff.

Big Book of Botanical Crafts

How to Make Candles, Soaps, Scrubs, Sanitizers & More with Plants, Flowers, Herbs & Essential Oils

By STEPHANIE ROSE

32 healthy and natural projects

Detailed instructions make execution easy

ț Comprehensive, easy-to-follow techniques explain how to work with wax, oils, and all sorts of natural ingredients.

ț Projects include scented candles, hand soaps, body scrubs, bath salts, disinfecting kitchen products and housecleaners, and more.

ț Tips for incorporating natural wellness in readers’ lives provide a holistic angle.

Go green, get clean, and be serene with the more than 30 all-natural soap, candle, and cleaner recipes found in this book! Readers looking for creative ways to reduce chemicals, harness the healing power of nature, and pamper themselves with healing herbs, fresh flowers, and essential oils will need look no further. Author, avid gardener, and renowned herbalist Stephanie Rose has rounded up her best-loved botanical recipes in this massive book to teach readers how easy, inexpensive, and relaxing it is to make their own natural cleaners, cleansers, and candles.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $24.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 7.75” × 9.5” (197 x 241mm)

PAGE COUNT: 192

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6545-4

Stephanie Rose is an award-winning author, gardening expert, certified permaculture designer, herbalist, and wellness advocate who has been featured in HGTV, Better Homes and Gardens, The Huffington Post , Woman’s Day, and Garden Design magazine. After Stephanie faced her own debilitating illness, she found solace and healing through gardening and herbs. Now, she draws on experiences from her personal journey and expert garden knowledge in her books and popular website, Garden Therapy ®. Stephanie has written 12 published books on creative gardening, permaculture, herbalism, and natural beauty. Discover more at gardentherapy.ca

Sunny Stitches

Sweet & Simple Embroidery Projects for Absolute Beginners

By CELESTE JOHNSTON

My Happy P lace

ț 16 cheerful embroidery projects that build reader’s skills.

ț Easy-to-follow stitch diagrams for each project.

ț A deluxe package with hardcover binding and thick matte paper.

ț Full-sized, perforated project patterns for easy tear-out.

A sweet and sunny way to learn embroidery! Readers will stitch on the bright side with these sixteen adorable embroidery projects for absolute beginners and beyond. Written by popular fiber art designer and author Celeste Johnston, author of projects that focus on positive messages, the beauty of nature, and simple pleasures. From fresh florals and farmer’s market favorites to adorable chickens and nature scenes, readers will be smiling with every stitch. Each project includes a detailed reference photograph, step-by-step instructions, a full-sized perforated pattern, and everything you need to know about stitches, thread, and materials.

AVAILABLE: Now!

Hardcover

7.75” × 9.5”

(197 x 241mm)

168

978-0-7643-6414-3

Freshly Stitched

Modern Embroidery for Absolute Beginners

By CELESTE JOHNSTON

Twelve modern embroidery projects featuring beautiful plants, flowers, and botanicals. Each one includes step-bystep instructions, a quick reference chart, full-size patterns, helpful tips, and even a journal prompt. Also included is a handy appendix with detailed diagrams for every stitch. Nothing has been left out of this comprehensive book to help readers enjoy the fulfilling, creative, therapeutic, and trending craft of embroidery!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Overview charts to make planning easy

Detailed instructions to ensure successful results

ț 12 beautiful botanical projects for a range of skill levels.

ț Detailed instructions and diagrams to guide every stitch.

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $22.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 7.75” × 9.5” (197 x 241mm)

PAGE COUNT: 168

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6123-4

ț A deluxe package with hardcover binding and thick matte paper.

Celeste Johnston is a maker, mother, and modern embroidery designer living in Austin, Texas. She is the creative force behind the popular Lemon Made Shop, where she sells bespoke embroidery art. Her hand-stitched houseplants, flowers, animals, and uplifting words have caught the attention of more than 72,000 engaged Instagram followers. Her work has been featured in Love Embroidery

Mollie Makes, and Be Creative magazines. Her first book, Freshly Stitched: Modern Embroidery for Absolute Beginners, was published in February 2021. For more info, visit @lemon_made_shop.

Watercolor the Easy Way

50 Step-by-Step Tutorials in Each Book!

By SARA BERRENSON

Seller!

ț 50 beautiful motifs in each book that can be painted in 30 minutes or less.

ț Color swatches and detailed instructions, all on one page.

ț Illustrated steps make it easy for visual learners to succeed.

ț Printed on watercolor paper. Paint right inside the book!

Two easy ways to learn watercolor! Our first book, Watercolor , has sold over 20,000 units and features fifty lessons for painting flowers, plants, animals, and more. Watercolor the Easy Way Flowers, features lessons for painting fifty flowers such as dahlia, daisy, hydrangea, peony, ranunculus, rose, sunflower, tulip, and others. All of the projects can be completed in thirty minutes or less. Both books are printed on watercolor paper so readers can paint right inside!

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $24.99

FORMAT: Softcover (with lay-flat binding)

SIZE: 8.5” × 11” (216 x 279mm)

PAGE COUNT: 128

ISBN: 978-0-7643-5982-8

Watercolor the Easy Way

ISBN: 978-0-7643-7643-4

Watercolor the Easy Way Fowers

50 beautiful motifs in each book that can be painted in 30 minutes or less make it easy for visual learners to succeed

Color swatches, detailed instructions, and patterns for every tutorial

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Sara Berrenson is a Southern California watercolor artist who has a rapidly growing licensing program, including gift, home décor, stationery, greeting cards, fabrics, and more. She has designed for globally-recognized brands, including Trader Joe’s and Mattel. Her items can be found at West Elm, Pottery Barn Kids, Target, HomeGoods, Nordstrom Rack, Bed Bath & Beyond, HSN, and specialty gift stores. When not painting in her studio, Sara can be found taking photographs at the flower mart or scouring flea markets for antique furniture and vintage finds.

On the Bright Side Series

Coordinating Coloring Book and Sticker Planner Set!

ț From acclaimed designer and viral TikTok creator with more than 500,000 followers!

ț Innovative sticker journal combines journaling, planning, and stickers in one book.

ț Durable sticker sheets included with the journal!

ț Uplifting coloring book with 60 original patterns; perforated for easy tear-out.

Introducing the On the Bright Side collection from popular pattern designer and viral TikTok creator Elyse Burns. The collection launches with a coordinating sticker journal and coloring book set!

Inside the journal, readers will find dozens of creative worksheets designed to help them dream, plan, and create a life they love. From mind maps and vision boards to task lists and habit trackers, this book is filled to the brim with creative tools to help readers discover their dreams, set priorities, establish plans, and track their successes. The book comes with durable stickers that can be used to personalize journal pages or decorate personal accessories.

The coloring book includes 60 original coloring patterns filled with beautiful florals and uplifting sentiments. Each pattern is perforated for easy tear-out and printed on high-quality art paper so that readers can use markers and gel pens without the risk of color bleeding through to the opposite side. Whether they are new to coloring or just want to take their art to the next level, readers will find the tips they need to make beautiful art in this book.

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE STICKER JOURNAL

AVAILABLE: August 2023

PRICE: $29.99

FORMAT: Hardcover (with foiled cover)

SIZE: 8.5” × 10” (216 x 254mm)

PAGE COUNT: 168 (plus six sticker sheets)

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6660-4

ON THE BRIGHT SIDE COLORING BOOK

AVAILABLE: May 2023

PRICE: $16.99

FORMAT: Softcover (with foiled cover and flaps)

SIZE: 8.5” × 10” (216 x 254mm)

PAGE COUNT: 136

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6661-1

Gorgeous floral patterns and uplifting sentiments

Dozens of creative prompts, activity sheets, and habit trackers to engage readers, with ample opportunities for self-assessment and growth

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Durable stickers interact with page content and help readers express their personal style!

Elyse Burns is a surface pattern designer and the founder of the fast-growing Elyse Breanne Design studio. She is well known for her beautiful floral art that has been licensed across many categories, including stationery, home textiles, personal accessories, and more. Elyse has more than 120,000 dedicated followers on Instagram and more than 500,000 followers on TikTok, where her art and small business videos have a consistent track record of going viral! Elyse’s art can be found in more than 5,000 independent shops throughout North America and at HomeGoods, Marshalls, At Home, and World Market. Elyse graduated from Duke School of Law in May 2022, was recently featured on the TODAY show, and runs her own brick-and-mortar store, Mill & Meadow, in Durham, NC. For more information, please visit www.elysebreannedesign.com and @elysebreannedesign on Instagram.

Field Guide to the Soul

An Inspired Activity Book to Help You Find Peace, Purpose & Connection through the Magical Teachings of Nature

By MANDY FORD

Readers will find their peace, understand their purpose, and manifest the life of their dreams with this beautifully illustrated guidebook for dreamers and seekers. The universe is filled with positive energy, and this book will help readers claim it. Through insightful lessons, mindful meditations, and intriguing exercises, readers will learn how to align body, mind, and spirit with the natural world to achieve their highest goals. They will learn how to set intentions with the moon’s phases, be nurtured by the warmth of the sun, find stability on the forest’s floor, harness the energy of the wind, and more. The book is printed on high-quality artist paper and has plenty of room for readers to journal, draw, and complete the activities right inside it. And, as a bonus, there are even 16 tear-and-share affirmation cards at the back of the book that can easily be pulled out and shared with others for inspiration on the go.

12 enlightening chapters cover themes like dreams, hope, connection, rest, and more.

Activities and meditations offer concrete practices to engage in.

Journaling prompts invite introspection and soul-searching.

The author’s kind, thoughtful language and tone will fill readers with positivity and motivation.

Tear-out cards offer instant and portable inspiration.

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $19.99

Ample opportunities to journal

Compassionate and reflective guidance fills each chapter

Beautiful art and heartfelt affirmations fill the reader with positive energy

Activities keep the reader invested and interested

Bonus! Also includes 16 tear-and-share affirmation cards

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Mandy Ford is a licensed illustrator, lettering artist, graphic designer, and teacher who is passionate about using her creative gifts to make others feel seen, cared for, and loved. She is the Founder of the Soul Care Creatives Club and the selfpublished author of Intentional Life Coloring Book and Let That Sh*t Go Coloring Book . In addition, Mandy has partnered with Spirituality & Health magazine, Mohawk Rugs, Paper House Productions, Inked Brands, Legacy Publishing, and Big Picture Classes. She resides in the Indianapolis, IN, region, where she runs on hope and coffee (sometimes in reverse order). For more info, please visit www.mandyford.co and @mandyfordart on Instagram.

Be Kind to Yourself

A 52-Week Workbook to Nurture Your Beautiful Self through the Good Times, the Messy Times, and All the Seasons

In Between

By MEGAN LOGAN, MSW, LCSW

Readers will learn how to truly care for themselves through all the seasons of life with this guided workbook from the bestselling author of Self-Love Workbook for Women and licensed clinical social worker Megan Logan, MSW, LCSW. Thousands of women worldwide have found their confidence and created more joy in their lives through Megan Logan’s encouraging, accessible, and insightful teachings, and now others can, too. In this widely anticipated new book, Megan will guide readers through a year’s worth of lessons and creative exercises aimed at helping them love their bodies, relax their minds, and connect with their souls.

ț International print and digital publicity campaign to health & wellness, self-help, women’s, and book industry media outlets.

ț Social media marketing campaign including events, posts, stories, and advertising across all platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest.

ț Targeted direct-to-consumer email marketing campaign.

Author with over 250,000 books sold in 18 countries*!

*Self-Love Workbook for Women

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $24.99

FORMAT: Softcover

SIZE: 7.5” × 9.25” (191 x 235mm)

PAGE COUNT: 240

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6546-1

Over 100 diverse exercises and interactive worksheets to help readers build confidence, work through mental and emotional barriers, and deepen relationships

An absolute treasure trove of tips, lessons, and worksheets for self-love

Turning Endings

New Beginnings

Body Positivity Quiz

40 WEEK

Gratitude in Grumpy Hearts

Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. — MELODIE BEATTIE, The Language of Letting Go

This might be my favorite chapter, for once lived in pessimist land and escaped by way of gratitude. Perpetually finding the negative and preparing for the worst, I lamented in situations, attaching meaning, creating unnecessary misery and suffering. sometimes had a hard time improving negative moments in my life due to some pesky stinky thinking. This led to a frequently grumpy and irritable version of myself.

Lists, journal prompts, and worksheets help readers process and personalize the author’s therapeutic teaching

Engaging and accessible lessons help readers understand themselves better and make positive impacts in their lives

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Megan Logan is a licensed clinical social worker and the internationally bestselling author of Self-Love Workbook for Women . For more than two decades, she has provided mental health therapy in various settings, including domestic violence and sexual assault centers, foster care agencies, community-based mental health programs, hospice, and private practice. Her work has been recognized in the Chicago Tribune, Rolling Stone Magazine, and Elle Magazine UK . Learn more at www.meganloganlcsw.com and on Instagram @meganloganlcsw.

How to Be Happy

52 Ways to Fill Your Days with Loving Kindness

OLIVIA GIBBS

Instructions for four meditations

This meditation focuses on rejoicing in the wellbeing of others. Think of someone you know that always seems joyful and in a happy mood. We will bring this person to mind and focus on the good cheer and lightness this person brings to others and the environment. And as we do this, we will enter into the same joy, share it and rejoice in it. To begin this meditation, sit in a comfortable chair (or lay down). Breathe in and out. Notice how your chest and abdomen expand and contract with each breath. When you feel relaxed, repeat this mantra: We are all one. Your joy is my joy. Your success is my success.

Forgiveness is a conscious and deliberate decision to release feelings of resentment or vengeance toward a person regardless of whether they deserve it. By forgiving, you bring peace, happiness, and emotional and spiritual healing into your life.

HOW CAN YOU FORGIVE? It always helps to be still. Talk to yourself and listen. You can also keep a journal. By writing about it, you get it out of your mind and understand it. Ask yourself, why did they do it? Was it on purpose? And if you think it was intentional, acknowledge that the person had their own struggles and problems in life. They tried to hurt you, but it only showed their pain. Ultimately know that this person has a desire and yearning to be well and happy, just like you. Forgiving is an inside process, but you can extend loving-kindness by letting someone know that you forgive them.

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52 illustrated ideas for finding happiness through kindness

Nature is inherently peaceful, calm, and beautiful. Everything is perfectly in balance. So, how can we feel more in tune with nature?

or Earthing: These are creative ways to reconnect to Earth and its balance electrically. Let the bottoms of your feet, palms of your hands, or entire body touch the Earth. Walk barefoot in the grass, lay down on the sand, or swim in the ocean.

A perfect gift for anyone looking for serenity in a

Tear-out cards for on-the-go inspiration!

Readers will experience true happiness with the simple yet effective ideas and mediations included in this charmingly illustrated gift book by popular artist Olivia Gibbs. From letting go of fear and forgiving others to nurturing emotions and celebrating success, readers will find 52 beautifully illustrated ideas to help them remain calm, spread compassion, and find lasting joy. Also included are illustrated journaling pages and sixteen Tear-and-Share Kindness Cards for inspiration on the go!

Head out to a park, nature trail, lake, or forest to fully surround yourself with nature. When you get there, take a few deep breaths and feel the clean oxygen filling your chest. Now take in all of the beauty around you. Take time to observe. Just be fully in the moment while bathing all your senses in nature.

A perfect gift for anyone looking for serenity in a hectic world!

Bonus! Also includes 16 Tear-and-Share Kindness Cards

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $19.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 6” × 8” (152 x 203mm)

PAGE COUNT: 168 (plus 4 pull-out pages)

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6413-6

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The Better Day Book

Bonus! Also includes 16 Tear-and-Share Happiness Cards

ț 52 simple yet effective ideas for happier days.

ț Journal pages with every chapter. ț Tear-out cards for on-the-go inspiration!

In this charmingly-illustrated gift book, popular artist Olivia Gibbs shares 52 simple ideas for having happier days. From taking an aroma-filled flower bath to spending more time in nature, readers will find simple yet effective ideas that celebrate kindness, self-care, and life’s simple pleasures. The book is organized into six chapters: Outdoors, At Home, With Others, The Little Things, When Life is Hard, and The Big Picture. Also included are illustrated journaling pages and 16 Tear-and-Share Happiness Cards. A beautiful and timeless gift for anyone looking for inspiration in a chaotic world.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $19.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 6” × 8” (152 x 203mm)

PAGE COUNT: 168 (plus 4 pull-out pages)

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6094-7

Olivia Gibbs is an illustrator and surface pattern designer whose colorful work has been licensed across multiple channels, including gift, home décor, and stationery. She is the illustrator of the ColorMaps™ adult activity series. Her list of clients includes American Greetings, CR Gibson, and International Greetings. Her work can be found at Belk, Hallmark, Hobby Lobby, JOANN, Trader Joe’s, and other national retail chains. Originally from Spain, Olivia currently resides in Kansas, where she is inspired by nature and the world around her.

A perfect gift for anyone looking for serenity in a hectic world!

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Illustrated Enneagram

A Creative Guide to Understanding Yourself, Finding Joy, and Being Awesomely Authentic

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Readers will increase joy, reduce stress, and learn how to live more authentically with this charmingly illustrated guide to the popular (and keenly accurate) Enneagram personality profiling system!

Author, artist, and Enneagram coach Deanna Talwalkar guides the reader through the nine different Enneagram personality types to help them better understand themselves and others. Through tailored tips, a detailed quiz, and helpful illustrations, they will determine if they are an Idealist, Giver, Performer, Romantic, Observer, Supporter, Adventurer, Protector, or Mediator.

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AVAILABLE:

PRICE: $19.99

FORMAT:

SIZE: 6.25” × 8.25” (159 x 210mm)

PAGE COUNT:

(plus 4 pull-out pages)

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6412-9

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Overviews of Each Enneagram Type

1. What is your number one motivation? and secure

b. To be loved

c. To be unique

d. To be successful

e. To not be controlled

f. To be good and ethical

g. To have knowledge

h. To be filled with joy

i. To have peace

2. What is your ultimate weakness?

a. Being too aggressive or confrontational

b. Failing to go after the life I want

c. Resenting that others do not also do what they should

d. Focusing all my attention on others to the point that I feel that I know more than they do

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

e. Projecting a false image to earn the respect of others

f. Comparing myself to others

g. Trying to protect what I have and hoard resources

h. Feeling anxious and being too afraid

i. Compulsively seeking out pleasureable

Deanna Talwalkar is a certified Enneagram coach and the creative force behind the popular Mirabelle Creations design studio. She has partnered with Marker’s Mark and hosted lettering classes for retail outlets such as Draper James and Kendra Scott. Deanna graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and received her J.D. from Emory University. She resides in Lexington, KY. Learn more @mirabellecreations.

Interactive pages help the reader reflect and process

Draw to Relax

Pretty Patterns & Soothing Line Art with Guided Meditations for Calm & Creativity

Words and meditations by

MARY KATE MURRAY

A whole host of simple but elegant designs

Traceable examples, free drawing space, guided meditations, and inspiring quotes

ț 30+ drawing exercises, each with a pattern, instructions, traceables to practice, and a free area for drawing independently.

ț Guided meditations with key words allow readers to ponder and reflect as they draw.

ț Inspirational quotes and short mantras help readers put each lesson into practice.

Relax and unwind the creative way! Readers will learn to use drawing as a pathway to relaxation with the creative art exercises and soothing meditations found inside this inspiring book. Anyone who has ever experienced a relaxed, calm state while doodling understands the powerful connection between hand and mind. From flowing one-line designs to calm-inducing repetitive patterns, drawing can put us into a state of flow. And, with this book, readers will return to that feeling repeatedly with the meditative exercises offered. A more calm, present, and mindful moment is waiting. A pencil and this book are all that’s needed!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $16.99

FORMAT: Softcover (with rounded corners)

SIZE: 7.5” × 9.75” (191 x 248mm)

PAGE COUNT: 96

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6544-7

Mary Kate Murray is a lifelong creative, educator, and passionate believer in the healing power of art. She is a Founder of the Owlchemy cooperative learning community and the Journeyworks Art Therapy workshop. After 30 years as a teacher, trainer, and corporate process facilitator, Mary Kate has become a Marriage and Family therapist, currently working with families experiencing addiction. She resides with her family in Columbia, MD, where, in addition to her psychotherapy work, she homeschools and participates in community programs.

The Bright Book

A Creativity Workbook Designed to Help You Shine

By JESSI RAULET (EttaVee)

Vibrant artwork and motivational words to inspire

ț Tips, ideas, and exercises to help readers develop their art skills.

ț Guided art journal prompts with plenty of room to explore new art techniques.

ț A deluxe hardcover edition with gilded edges, rounded corners, and an elastic closure.

Creative ideas, exercises, and prompts from internationally-acclaimed artist Jessi Raulet (EttaVee). The book is organized into eight chapters and features creative opportunities such as journaling, collage, drawing, painting, and writing. Themes include: nurturing the artist within, exploring various art techniques without self-judgment, identifying and expressing an authentic style, harnessing the creative energy of travel and movement, experiencing the powerful effect of color on emotion, developing creative confidence, and sharing the joy of creativity with others. Designed to inspire, the book comes with metallic edging, an elastic closure, a foiled cover, and artist-quality paper.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $24.99

FORMAT: Hardcover (with rounded corners, gilded edges, and elastic closure)

SIZE: 8.5” × 10” (216 x 254mm)

PAGE COUNT: 96

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6121-0

Jessi Raulet has turned her artwork into the international brand EttaVee, well known for its bold patterns, playfulness, and optimistic color palettes. EttaVee products are currently available at Target, Pottery Barn, Michael’s, Hobby Lobby, Barnes & Noble, Wayfair, T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, Amazon, and many more retailers. She is the author of Happy Abstracts and has a rapidly growing social media platform with more than 114,000 followers on Instagram. Learn more at www.ettavee.com and @ettavee.

Modern HomeMaker

Creative Ideas for Stylish Living

By SARAH ROSE INCH

The role of homemaker takes on a whole new meaning with this modern guide that offers hands-on décor advice for creative homeowners! Readers will join author, designer, and social media influencer Sarah Rose Inch as she guides them through design advice for the kitchen, bathroom, living room, dining room, and more. Also included are creative entertaining ideas for four different party themes and twenty step-by-step home styling projects that can be completed in a day. Bonus home management checklists are also included!

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $29.99

FORMAT: Hardcover

SIZE: 9” × 10.5” (229 x 267mm)

PAGE COUNT: 192

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6205-7

“Be the homemaker you always admired with this beautifully done book by Sarah Rose Inch. It is filled with simple tips & inspiring photos to make your home cozy, welcoming, & nurturing.“

Liz Marie Galvan

ț National publicity campaign with over 1 million shares and views across all channels!

ț Design advice for nine rooms in the home.

ț Creative entertaining ideas for four parties.

ț Twenty home styling projects!

ț Home management checklists!

, bestselling author of Cozy White Cottage

Home organization tips and inspiration

Flower Arranging Party

Seasonal entertaining ideas

Hosting ideas for four events: Backyard Dream Wedding, Children’s Birthday Party, Holiday Brunch, and Flower Arranging Party

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Step-by-step projects!

Sarah Rose Inch is the creative force behind Gray Apple Design, a rapidly growing interior design firm. Additionally, she is the proprietor of Gray Apple Market, a curated boutique of beautiful home goods. Together, she and her husband also own and operate Inch & Co., a design and build firm recently recognized on the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies in America list, and Hueter’s Greenhouses. Sarah recently completed shooting a test pilot for HGTV. Learn more at @grayappledesign and @grayapplemarket.

Trust Me, You Can Letter

The Super-Cute, Can’t-Fail, Totally Awesome Lettering Book for Kids of All Ages

By JESSIE ARNOLD

ț Total boredom buster!

ț Lettering lessons for 18 different alphabet styles, including art deco, cursive, and bubble styles.

ț More than 40 drawing lessons for doodles to mix in with kids’ lettering.

ț A giftable item with high-quality art paper and French flaps.

Everyone’s favorite art teacher, Mrs. Arnold, is back with another super-fun guide that breaks popular art techniques down into bite-sized lessons. In this newest book, Mrs. Arnold will teach readers how to draw 18 different alphabets! The book is conveniently organized into three main lettering styles: classic art deco letters, fancy cursive letters, and fun bubble letters. Each alphabet has step-by-step lessons and room to practice drawing right in the book. Once readers master a main alphabet, they can move on to their choice of five variations on the style. It’s the easiest way to learn lettering. So, whether readers are decorating a scrapbook, making a cute card to send to a friend, or just playing around, they’ll be able to pick the lettering style that’s right for them.

BONUS—Also included in the book are 40+ step-by-step drawing exercises and lessons on how to put together complete compositions.

AVAILABLE:

PRICE:

FORMAT:

SIZE: 8.5” × 10” (216 x 254mm)

PAGE COUNT:

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6657-4

Fun art that inspires and delights

Step-by-step drawing lessons add even more fun

Hundreds of uppercase and lowercase letters to learn, practice, and customize!

Lettering lessons for 18 different alphabets

Trust Me, You Can Draw

The Super Cute, Can’t Fail, Totally Awesome, Best-Ever, Doodling, Lettering, and Coloring Book

By JESSIE ARNOLD

Best Seller!

Drawing, lettering, and coloring all in one book! Creative kids will have fun and develop art skills with this boredom-busting guide packed with more than 100 lessons and activity pages. From cute animals and yummy desserts to trees, flowers, unicorns, and letters, kids will be amazed at what they can draw when they follow along with author and art teacher Mrs. Arnold!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

ț More than 100 drawing lessons for cute animals, yummy desserts, nature themes, and more.

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $16.99

FORMAT: Softcover (with flaps)

SIZE: 8.5” × 10” (216 x 254mm)

PAGE COUNT: 176

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6298-9

ț Pun-tastic coloring pages!

ț A giftable item with high-quality art paper and French flaps.

Jessie Arnold is an artist and educator with more than twenty years of experience teaching children creative arts. She is the founder of the popular @mrs.arnoldsartroom on Instagram and has been featured on @thehappyevercrafter, @surelysimplechallenge, and @Letteringleague. In addition to designing for such clients as Planner Kate and The Wright Stuff Chics, Jessie has led workshops for the Chicago Planners Association and Wandering Planners. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Art Education from Miami University and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from St. Xavier’s University. She resides in Chicago, IL, with her husband, two children, and dog.

Step-bystep drawing lessons for more than 100 themes

Pun-tastic coloring pages!

KindKids Series

Super-Cute Books of Brain-Boosting Puzzles for Kids 6 & Up

Best Seller!

ț 64, 74, or 100 puzzles per book to grow brilliant minds

ț Easy instructions that teach kids how to do each kind of puzzle

ț Practice puzzles for getting started

ț Full-color art to cut out and display

ț Positive messages to inspire kindness and confidence

ț Solutions for every single puzzle

ț Handy on-the-go format

Hello, Smarty!

Introducing a fresh and creative approach to kids’ activity books! The KindKids series combines adorable art, deluxe packaging, and positive messages with classic puzzle activities to create an enjoyable experience that both kids and parents will love.

Each book in the series begins with detailed instructions and simple practice puzzles. Then there are more advanced offerings that challenge kids but are not too overwhelming. Puzzle solutions are included at the back of each book. And there is even motivational poster art that kids can cut out and display when they have completed all the activities!

Each full-color book comes in a convenient 6" x 8" travel size with lay-flat binding and a sturdy backer board, making it perfect for busy families on the go! We’ve even included rounded corners and gold foil on the cover to elevate these books into beautiful gift items at a value price.

It’s a perfect series for any parent or caretaker looking to inspire their child with adorable design, positive messages, and fun activities. Collect them all!

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $7.99

FORMAT: Softcover (with foiled cover and lay-flat binding)

SIZE: 6” × 8” (152 x 203mm)

PAGE COUNT: 96

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6560-7

KindKids Crosswords

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6562-1

KindKids Fun Mazes

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6561-4

KindKids Super Sudoku

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6559-1

KindKids Word Search

Brain-Boosting Activities & Positive Messages for Children!

Kids will love the variety, color, challenge, and satisfaction that they’ll get from these fun, engaging puzzle books.

Puzzles cover tons of fun topics that kids love and teach them new things and good values at the same time!

Laugh-out-loud and inspirational art makes kids smile

Easy practice puzzles build confidence

Simple instructions teach kids how to solve each type of puzzle

Shine Bright

A Color, Draw & Dream Book for a Beautiful Life

COLOR

The most popular coloring motifs: unicorns, mermaids, kittens, llamas, and more!

JOURNAL

Confidence-building quotes and guided journal pages

ț More than 100 patterns to color—organized into confidencebuilding themes.

ț 11 drawing lessons, interactive journal prompts, and handlettered quotes to develop art skills and positive thinking.

ț Attractive package with glitter foil and a stabilizing 4mm backerboard.

Children will build creativity and confidence with this super fun book that focuses on all of the remarkable traits that make them unique!

Each chapter features adorable patterns to color, fun drawing lessons, and room for kids to write about their dreams. From llamas and mermaids to unicorns and butterflies, kids are sure to find cuteness, inspiration, and fun on every page.

The front cover features glitter foil embellishment, and the back cover is printed on a stabilizing 4mm backerboard. Perfect for busy kids and families looking for on-the-go activities.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

DRAW

Step-by-step drawing lessons!

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $14.99

FORMAT: Softcover (with 4mm backerboard)

SIZE: 9” × 9” (229 x 229mm)

PAGE COUNT: 96

ISBN: 978-0-7643-5983-5

Lindsay Hopkins is a best-selling author and founder of Pen & Paint design studio. She has more than 45,000 engaged social media followers and is the author of many beloved coloring books, including Beauty in the Bible, Colors of Nature, Happy Coloring Series, and Shine Bright. She holds more than 15 licenses in the gift and stationery market with products at Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, HomeGoods, JOANN, Kirkland’s, Michael’s, Ross, T.J. Maxx, Target, and independent retailers across the United States.

Happy Place Coloring Book

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ț Combines lush coloring patterns with mind-opening journal prompts.

ț Introduces a brand-new concept: relaxation mazes to complete and color.

This premium adult coloring book, lush with intricate patterns and beautiful details, is drawn by internationally-renowned artist Car Pintos. Inside, readers will find 98 gorgeous designs celebrating the happy places in nature, filled with flowers, botanicals, birds, butterflies, and more. Also included are hand-drawn coloring mazes, which not only provide a new concept in coloring but also help readers relax their minds as they twist and turn their way through winding paths that lead from one end of the maze to the other. The book is printed on high-quality artist paper that resists bleed-through and is therefore perfect for a variety of coloring mediums, including colored pencils, gel pens, and markers.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Relaxing coloring mazes are combined with suggested meditations

Journal spreads feature writing prompts along with coordinating coloring patterns

Artistic animal and nature patterns are lush with detail but not overwhelming

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $16.99

FORMAT: Softcover (with foiled cover and flaps)

SIZE: 10” × 10” (254 x 254mm)

PAGE COUNT: 128

ISBN:

Car Pintos graduated from the University of Buenos Aires (FADU) with honors in 2006, where she has since returned to give lectures and workshops. Her clients include Coca-Cola, Brother, Oster, and many others. She resides in Mar Chiquita, Buenos Aires (one of the World Biosphere Reserves), where she creates amongst the birds, flowers, trees, and animals. She is inspired by nature and renowned for her colorful illustrations that are lush with detail.

ț A deluxe package printed on high-quality artist paper with flaps and a foiled cover.

ColorMaps

Adult Coloring Activity Books

Illustrated by OLIVIA GIBBS

FLOWERS

ColorMaps™ activity books are the hot new way to enjoy adult coloring without the mental stress and strain of selecting colors and deciding where to put them. With the ColorMaps™ series, readers will create beautiful masterpieces in only three steps: 1) pick a design, 2) match the media, 3) follow the map to fill the design with color. It’s that easy! Unlike traditional “by-number” products, the ColorMaps™ series features coordinated colored line and numbered patterns to help crafters create with ease. No more guessing, squinting, and stressing. And, the best part? No more ugly black numbers and lines showing through in the finished art!

Each ColorMaps™activity book is printed on high-quality art paper and is presented in a deluxe padfolio format! From flowers and butterflies to happy words and phrases, the designs are fresh, modern, and easy to color. Readers will map their way to relaxation, enjoyment, and creative satisfaction with this series.

ColorMaps™ Christmas is $12.99, 80 pages, 6" x 8" (152 x 203mm), and is not a padfolio with flaps.

CHRISTMAS

Color-coded patterns! A groundbreaking twist on color-by-number that adds innovation to the adult activity category.

ț Never-before-seen colorcoded and numbered patterns ensure beautiful results every time.

ț Deluxe padfolio format with full flaps and easy peel-out pages are both functional and giftable.

AVAILABLE: Now!

PRICE: $16.99

FORMAT: Softcover (padfolio with flaps)

SIZE: 8.5” × 11” (216 x 279mm)

PAGE COUNT: 96

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6409-9

ColorMaps™ Garden

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6410-5

ColorMaps™ Be Happy

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6299-6

ColorMaps™ Flowers

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6300-9

ColorMaps™ Relaxation

ISBN: 978-0-7643-6304-7

ColorMaps™ Christmas

Color-Coded Patterns!

A Totally New Concept in Adult Coloring

Get in on the trend! ColorMaps™ activity books are the hot new way to enjoy adult coloring without the mental stress and strain of selecting colors and deciding where to put them

Create Beautiful Masterpieces in Only 3 Steps!

1 Pick a Design

2 Match Pencils to Palette

3 Color the Map!

ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATOR

Olivia Gibbs is an illustrator and surface pattern designer whose colorful work has been licensed across multiple channels, including gift, home décor, and stationery. Her list of clients includes American Greetings, CR Gibson, and International Greetings. Her work can be found at Belk, Hallmark, Hobby Lobby, JOANN, Trader Joe’s, and other national retail chains. Her first book, The Better Day Book: 52 Ways to Have Happier Days, was published in 2020. Originally from Spain, Olivia currently resides in Kansas, where she is inspired by nature and the world around her.

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