Chinatown Pretty features beautiful portraits and heartwarming stories of trend-setting seniors across six Chinatowns. Andria Lo and Valerie Luu have been interviewing and photographing Chinatown's most fashionable elders on their blog and Instagram, Chinatown Pretty, since 2014. Chinatown Pretty is a signature style worn by pòh pohs (grandmas) and gùng gungs (grandpas) everywhere—but it's also a life philosophy, mixing resourcefulness, creativity, and a knack for finding joy even in difficult circumstances. 
- Photos span Chinatowns in San Francisco, Oakland, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York City, and Vancouver. 
- The style is a mix of modern and vintage, high and low, handmade and store bought clothing. 
- This is a celebration of Chinese American culture, active old-age, and creative style. Chinatown Pretty shares nuggets of philosophical wisdom and personal stories about immigration and Chinese American culture. This book is great for anyone looking for advice on how to live to a ripe old age with grace and good humor—and, of course, on how to stay stylish. 
- This book will resonate with photography buffs, fashionistas, and Asian Americans of all ages. 
- Chinatown Pretty has been featured by Vogue.com, San Francisco Chronicle, Design Sponge, Rookie, Refinery29, and others. 
- With a textured cover and glossy bellyband, this beautiful volume makes a deluxe gift. 
- Add it to the shelf with books like Humans of New York by Brandon Stanton, Advanced Style by Ari Seth Cohen, and Fruits by Shoichi Aoki.

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From the bestselling authors of the Just Between Us series comes a set of conversation cards to help the whole family get beyond the chit-chat and deepen the conversation. Housed in an elegant keepsake box, these conversation starters can sit on display at a kitchen table or be tossed into a bag for a road trip. Slip a conversation card into the display window and take turns answering the question. Then flip the card over for more ways to enrich the conversation. With more than 150 prompts, these cards generate many rich opportunities for connection, and because the questions are open-ended, they can be reused again and again.

Just Between Us: Conversation Cards For The Whole Family

Baby & Kids

Find Your Spark is a gratitude journal inspired by Disney and Pixar’s film Soul.
This guided journal is designed to help you slow down and celebrate a more mindful, joyful, and grateful life.
Writers are prompted to take note of small moments, thank their mentors, teachers, and guides, and seek refreshed insight into what’s important about their time on Earth.

- Based on the original, fun and emotion-filled film Soul 
- Features unique illustrations, quotes, and prompts 
- Invites everyone to slow down and enjoy every moment in life
Find Your Spark encourages gratitude and reflection to help you unlock insight into your own journey—your own inner “spark.”

- A perfect gift for fans of Pixar and Soul, as well as anyone seeking a tool for positivity and mindfulness 
- Makes a wonderful pick for anyone in the midst of change and seeking to enjoy every moment in life 
- Great for those who loved Good Days Start With Gratitude: A 52 Week Guide To Cultivate An Attitude Of Gratitude by Pretty Simple Press, Gratitude by Oliver Sacks, The Gratitude Diaries: How a Year Looking on the Bright Side Can Transform Your Life by Janice Kaplan, and The Art of Inside Out

Copyright © 2020 Disney Enterprises, Inc. and Pixar. All rights reserved.

Find Your Spark

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Deck the halls with Batman™, Wonder Woman™, Superman™, The Joker™, Harley Quinn™, and other favorite Super Heroes and villains! We Wish You a Harley Christmas is a sensational seasonal collection of classic Christmas carols with a DC twist. Filled with dozens of transformed carols, this rollicking book will become a new holiday favorite.

Features vintage and contemporary artwork of fan favorite DC characters by popular artists from DC’s past and present (including Alex Ross, George Perez, Elsa Charretier, Tim Sale, John Byrne, Dustin Nguyen, Sean Galloway, Dave Johnson, Sergio Aragonés, J.Bone, Ro Stein and Ted Brandt)
Characters are seen decorating Christmas trees, making snowmen, hanging out with Santa, and exchanging presents.

Let these hilarious songs of the season ring through the Batcave and at family gatherings across Metropolis. We Wish You a Harley Christmas is a stocking stuffer sure to bring laughs and holiday cheer to any DC fan.

Christmas carols meet pop culture in this joyful book.
Perfect holiday gift for DC comics and movie fans of all ages
Great for office parties and Secret Santa gifting
Add it to the shelf with books like Home Alone: The Classic Illustrated Storybook by Kim Smith, A Die Hard Christmas: The Illustrated Holiday Classic by Doogie Horner, and It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Zombies!: A Book of Zombie Christmas Carols by Michael P. Spradlin.

Early praise from Paul Dini:
“Everyone’s favorite holiday fruitcake Harley Quinn and her song-slaying elf Daniel Kibblesmith have put together a merry mash-up of yuletide tunes destined to become beloved classics—at the Arkham Asylum caroling party, at least.” —Paul Dini, writer, and producer for BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES, SUPERMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES, and co-creator of Harley Quinn
HARLEY QUINN and all related characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics. (s20)

Dc Christmas Carols: We Wish You A Harley Christmas

James Beard Nominee 2019 for Best Cookbook, Restaurant and Professional category
From Sarah and Evan Rich, chef-proprietors of Michelin-starred Rich Table—one of San Francisco's most coveted reservations—this debut cookbook offers recipes from the restaurant as well as the meals the Riches cook for friends and family at home. Evan and Sarah Rich execute casual Californian fare with fine-dining precision, interweaving the pair’s hometown influences (New Jersey and Louisiana) and a bevy of global influences along the way. Full-color photographs and a textured cover with foil stamping capture the rustic elegance of the food and the restaurant, while 85 meticulously tested recipes span salads, vegetables, meat and fish, sweets, drinks, and the pasta dishes that send diners into raptures. This is inspired, innovative cooking for those who want to set a rich table at home. 
- 85 delicious, easy-to-follow recipes 
- Evocative photography and textured cover with foil stamping 
- Casual, California-influenced cuisine meets fine dining

Rich Table

A unique word game with a competitive twist, Last Word Standing pits 2 to 6 players against each other in a fast-paced war of the words! Players use letter cards to spell high-value words that beat out the competition to the highest score—or else lose half their own points in the fray! With action cards to turn the tables, swap cards, steal letters, and more; whether you're a quick speller or a long-term strategizer, in the end, it's not about who's the wordiest, but just who has the last word standing!

Last Word Standing

A shape-shifting tiger and a pretentious rat. A generous goddess and a powerful demon. A clever princess and a prince who returns from the dead. This collection of 16 traditional tales transports readers to the beguiling world of Indian folklore. Transcribed by Indian and English folklorists in the nineteenth century, these stories brim with wit and magic. Fans of fairy tales will encounter familiar favorites—epic quests and talking animals—alongside delightful surprises—an irreverent sense of humor and an array of bold, inspiring heroines. This special gift edition features an embossed, textured case and a ribbon marker, and each tale comes alive alongside exquisite artwork by a pair of contemporary Indian artists.

Tales Of India

Walt Disney always envisioned the studios that bear his name remaining relevant by consistently taking creative risks and doing the unexpected. Heading into the 1940s, he crafted an entirely new division of the studio called the Character Model Department, which focused solely on the details of character development.
This latest volume from famed Disney historian Didier Ghez profiles six remarkable artists from that department, sharing uncommon and never-before-seen images of their influential work behind the scenes.
With vivid descriptions and passages from the artists' journals, this visually rich collection offers a rare view of the Disney artists whose work gave rise to many classic Disney characters, and who ultimately rewrote the future of character creation in animation.

Copyright ©2017 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved

They Drew As They Pleased Vol. 3

The popularity of Friendsgiving celebrations grows every year, and whether it's because of that weird uncle or the distance between your home and mom's table, The Friendsgiving Handbook is here for those who aspire to take part.
With 25 delicious recipes that cover every part of the meal—from Simple but Classic Roast Turkey and Garlic-Miso Gravy, to Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Pine Nuts and Concord Grape Pie—this cookbook encourages home chefs to attempt the classics or experiment with something new. It is packed with helpful advice on planning ahead, decorating a table, and creating an oven schedule.
This guide is essential for hosting a Thanksgiving celebration, whether a potluck or a sit-down affair, with your family of choice.

The Friendsgiving Handbook

What makes a good story? One little girl thinks it's a princess with magical powers that can—ta-da!—overcome any obstacle. Her friend thinks it's—dun dun duh!—a combination of dragons, pirates, and fire that cause total chaos. But as their stories intertwine, these two young storytellers soon learn that a good story needs both conflict—dun dun duh!—and resolution—ta-da! An irresistible celebration of imaginary play, storytelling, and the joys of collaboration, this gorgeous picture book features two strong voices throughout, making it the perfect read-aloud.

Ta-da!

Greens, grains, veggies, dressings, and toppings— Salad Party is full of mix-and-match recipes for delicious, fresh, and flavorful salads. With a unique board book format, this playful cookbook makes healthy eating easy. The pages are split into thirds, featuring toppings, dressings, and salad bases. The recipes in this book can be combined into thousands of different salads, with 30 recipes for each component. All you have to do is flip and pick, or open it at random for a unique and delicious dish. 
- Features everything from leafy greens and hearty grains to roasted vegetables, crunchy toppings, and creamy dressings 
- The board pages and flip format make this a one-of-a-kind cookbook 
- Playful illustrations accompany each ingredient and recipe Salad Party is a fun board book for grown-ups filled with endless ideas to make delicious salads. The 3-paneled board pages allow for endless salad combinations, perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a healthy dinner side. 
- Salad Party appeals just as much to food lovers as to those who geek out over unique books and formats. 
- Amateur home cooks, meal-preppers, and healthy eaters can use this fun-to-flip-through cookbook to customize their perfect salad—whether a hearty meal, light lunch, or yummy side dish. 
- Add it to the collection of books like Salad Samurai: 100 Cutting-Edge, Ultra-Hearty, Easy-to-Make Salads You Don't Have to Be Vegan to Love by Terry Hope Romero; Food52 Mighty Salads: 60 New Ways to Turn Salad into Dinner by Editors of Food52; and Mark Bittman's Kitchen Matrix: More Than 700 Simple Recipes and Techniques to Mix and Match for Endless Possibilities by Mark Bittman.

Salad Party

This evocative cookbook rooted in Appalachian ingredients and flavors takes readers and cooks deep into the heart and soul of America. Here are more than 70 recipes that use modern cooking techniques to transform traditional comfort food with a mountain sensibility into inspired meals and menus for anyone. Every chapter opens with storytelling that echoes the folklore and tall tales of the region, while more than 80 beautiful color photographs capture mouthwatering dishes for all occasions—from morning beverages to a show-stopping berry buckle—as well as the tools, fruits, flowers, and scenery of life in the Mountain South.

Smoke, Roots, Mountain, Harvest

Now in paperback, this sweet tale follows Yasmeen, a seven-year-old Pakistani-American girl, as she celebrates the Muslim holidays of Ramadan, "The Night of the Moon" ( Chaand Raat), and Eid. With lush illustrations that evoke Islamic art, this beautiful story offers a peek into modern Muslim culture—and into the ancient roots of its most cherished traditions.

Night Of The Moon

With a gold foil-stamped cover and spine, four notepads for notes and to-dos, a coordinating pencil—and amusing expletives throughout—this hardcover ledger is a great organizational tool for anyone with a sense of style and humor!

Getting Shit Done List Ledger

Drink to health with this vibrant collection of tasty cocktails that promote wellness from the inside out. Inspired by the seasons, each of these 24 cocktail recipes includes ways to enjoy the drink "clean" (sans alcohol) or "dirty" (with alcohol), with ingredients aimed at promoting health. From a refreshing and revitalizing rhubarb and coconut sparkler (the optional splash of gin makes this perfect for a summer baby shower), to inflammation-busting turmeric in a spicy, non-alcoholic version of a Moscow Mule, each drink is equal parts eye-catching, healthful, and most of all, delicious. Part One is dedicated to 75 recipes for elements of a perfect cocktail—flavored ice, infusions, foams, syrups, and more—making this book an essential source for anyone looking to up their mixology game with new and innovative ingredients and technqiues.

Clean + Dirty Drinking

Star Wars®: The Jedi Mind takes quotations and lessons from Star Wars and pairs them with practices such a breathing, posture, and meditation. The Jedi Code is focused on peace, knowledge, serenity, and balance—principles that readers can engage in their own lives. The philosophical tenets are applicable not just in the galaxy far, far away, but also in our own galaxy, here and now.

Quoted wisdom offers day-to-day life lessons
An accessible pop culture spin on the Star Wars universe
Features 20 color illustrations to illuminate the book's thoughtful advice

"Trust your feelings."—Obi-Wan Kenobi Star Wars: The Jedi Mind is the perfect gift for Star Wars fans looking for balance, and seekers of inner calm open to learning from the Jedi Masters.

Perfect gift for Star Wars fans who love self-care, reflection, and mindfulness
An enjoyable and useful primer for Star Wars lovers who are seeking inner calm
Add it to the shelf with books like Star Wars: Be More Yoda: Mindful Thinking from a Galaxy Far Far Away by Christian Blauvelt and Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back So You Want to Be a Jedi? by Adam Gidwitz.

Copyright © 2020 by Lucasfilm LTD. and ™. All Rights Reserved. Used Under Authorization.

Star Wars The Jedi Mind

Mama, do you love me? Yes I do Dear One. How much? In this universal story, a child tests the limits of independence and comfortingly learns that a parent's love is unconditional and everlasting. The story is made all the more captivating by its unusual Arctic setting. The lyrical text introduces young readers to a distinctively different culture, while at the same time showing that the special love that exists between parent and child transcends all boundaries of time and place. The story is beautifully complemented by graphically stunning illustrations that are filled with such exciting animals as whales, wolves, puffins, and sled dogs, and a carefully researched glossary provides additional information on Arctic life. This tender and reassuring book is one that both parents and children will turn to again and again.

Mama, Do You Love Me?

Mark Twain, Alice Walker, Haruki Murakami, Ursula K. Le Guin—this volume celebrates 45 famous authors who have shared their homes and hearts with furry feline friends. The photographs and stories in Writers and Their Cats capture the special bond between wordsmith and mouser. From the six-toed kitties who still inhabit the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in Florida to the mewling muses of mystery writer Lilian Jackson Braun, cats are clearly, in the words of Gloria Steinem, "a writer's most logical and agreeable companion."

Writers And Their Cats

The princesses from Twelve Dancing Princesses are on glorious display in this fun memory game based on Brigette Barrager's beautiful new book. This classic matching game includes 72 cards featuring the princesses, their friends, flowers, a castle, and more. Children will revel in this irresistible royal world while building memory and concentration skills.

Princess Matching Game

Vibrant illustrations and a simple, rhythmic text are perfectly blended in this spirited homage to friendship as a little girl recounts all the things she has learned from an enchanting menagerie of animal friends: "I learned to run from my friend the horse. I learned to sing from my friends the birds. I learned to read from my friends the books. And I learned to love from a friend like you." The bold graphic design and brightly colored illustrations that have become the trademark of Taro Gomi's work will appeal to both children and adults.

My Friends

A read-aloud gem about teamwork and togetherness from New York Times bestselling author Adam Rex! If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Well, what if the answer was: ALL OF THEM! When a bird narrowly escapes the clutches of a hungry cat, a nearby crab admires the bird's ability to fly, while the bird admits a longtime yearning for claws. And, just like that, they team up. Pretty soon, the team includes every animal in the forest who's ever wanted someone else's special trait. But how will these animals stop humans from destroying the forest for a megamall? It's going to take claws, wings, and Congress together to be truly Unstoppable! Laura Park's bright, comic illustrations pair with bestselling author Adam Rex's laugh-out-loud text in this hilarious and insightful picture book about celebrating the ways you're unique, and using all your resourcefulness—and just a smidge of politics—to save the day. 
- Unstoppable! provides a timely lesson on the glories of diversity and the power of working together. 
- Perfect read-aloud book for children interested in animals, the environment, and political action For fans of Nothing Rhymes with Orange, Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth, The Wolf the Duck and The Mouse, and Penguin Problems.

Unstoppable

Breezy, inviting, and delightful—just like a day at the beach— The Beachcomber's Companion is a charming illustrated guide to collecting and identifying shells and other coastal treasures. Each of the entries includes fascinating descriptions, fun tidbits, and detailed artwork that makes it easy for readers to identify their own beach discoveries. A handy resource section offers tips on how to prepare before setting out on a shoreline adventure: from the beachcomber's commandments to must-have items for every beachcombing toolkit and advice on preserving shells. Awash with information and gorgeous watercolor illustrations, this is an essential companion for all who love the ocean's shore.

The Beachcomber's Companion

Martha Holmberg is uniquely equipped to bring crêpes into the home kitchen. Trained at the renowned La Varenne cooking school, she has been a food writer, editor, and cook in the United States, England, and France for the past two decades. Her lifelong love of this favorite food is apparent throughout this collection of 50 sweet and savory recipes, ranging from the simple and snacky Butter-Sugar-Lemon of her teenage years to the crepe cakes and cannelloni of an accomplished cook. Her encouraging instructions and master formulas produce beautiful crepes and tempting sauces and fillings that pay homage to the classics while also playing with ambitious and fascinating flavor combinations and ingredients.

Crêpes: 50 Savory Sweet Recipes

A fresh helping of laugh-out-loud jokes from the creator of Lunch Lines! What is a sheep's favorite karate move? A lamb chop! Parents can turn lunchtime into a real treat with a joke from More Lunch Lines every day! Packed with enough jokes for a whole school year and accompanied by hilarious illustrations, this clever book serves up a fresh helping of sidesplitting jokes and riddles on topics kids love, like animals, space, and sports. Just tear out a joke and drop it in a lunch for a school year of smiles—perfect for busy parents and hectic mornings! 
- A perfect back-to-school gift for busy parents 
- Enough hilarious jokes for an entire school year! 
- Dan Singer is a comedy writer who has written for the TV shows A.N.T. Farm, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, and One Day at a Time. Joke loving kids who love Lunchbox Notes and Laugh Out Loud Jokes for Kids will laugh it up for More Lunch Lines.

More Lunch Lines

He listened to vinyl before you did. He drank whiskey before you did. He had a mustache before you did. Admit it: your dad was a hipster before you were! Based on the blog phenomenon of the same name, this book celebrates dads as the original hipsters. Vintage photos of real dads back in the day—in their short shorts and tight tees playing arcade games— accompany snarky captions that at once tip a cap to Dad's glory days and poke fun at modern hipsters. Featuring tons of never-before-seen content, this is the perfect gift for dads, hipsters, and those who love to tease them!

Dads Are The Original Hipsters

2020 Pura Belpré Honor Book A Junior Library Guild Selection ALSC Notable Children’s Book 2019 Deirdre Siobhan FlynnBass Award for Best Middle Grade Book 2020 Spirit of Texas Reading Program Recommended Title
Quijana is a girl in pieces.
One-half Guatemalan, one-half American : When Quijana's Guatemalan cousins move to town, her dad seems ashamed that she doesn't know more about her family's heritage.
One-half crush, one-half buddy : When Quijana meets Zuri and Jayden, she knows she's found true friends. But she can't help the growing feelings she has for Jayden.
One-half kid, one-half grown-up : Quijana spends her nights Skyping with her ailing grandma and trying to figure out what's going on with her increasingly hard-to-reach brother.
In the course of this immersive and beautifully written novel, Quijana must figure out which parts of herself are most important, and which pieces come together to make her whole. This lyrical debut from Rebecca Balcárcel is a heartfelt poetic portrayal of a girl growing up, fitting in, and learning what it means to belong.

The Other Half Of Happy

Over 20,000 copies sold!

First Place in the 2008 NFPW (National Federation of Press Women) Communications Contest

First Place, Children's books, Fiction - Delaware Press Association 2008 Communications Contest

All over America, kids are losing their teeth. And who is there to gather them up, leaving coins in their places? The Tooth Fairy, of course! A self-described "action kind of gal" with plenty of attitude, she reveals her secrets at last. Learn about her amazing Tooth-o-Finder. Marvel at her ingenious flying machine. Watch her in action, dodging dogs and cats and gerbils. You Think It's Easy Being the Tooth Fairy? is the essential guide for every kid about to lose a tooth. And don't forget, February is National Children's Dental Health Month.

You Think It's Easy Tooth Fairy

Take a journey through the world’s most romantic city, traveling from color to magnificent color with this beguiling book. An orange café chair, bright blue bicycles against a fence, a weathered white door—Nichole Robertson’s sumptuous photographs of the distinctive details of Paris, all arranged by color, evoke a sense of serendipitous discovery and celebrate the city as never before. At once a work of art and a window into the heart of the city, Paris in Color will surprise and delight those who love art, design, color, and, of course, Paris!

Paris In Color

Bob Barner's colorful paper-collage dinosaurs spring to life in this classic 72-card matching game. Young dino-lovers will have fun while developing their memory, concentration, and matching skills. And theyll delight in learning the names of a variety of amazing dinosaurs!

Dinosaurs! Matching Game

Featuring quotes from the beloved classics of children's literature— Anne of Green Gables, Peter Pan, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, and more—these temporary tattoos are the perfect way for the lovers of kidlit to get inked in a non-permanent way.