Michelle Visage is not your average diva. Powerful, positive, and polished, this diva's not only glamorous, she's a savvy businesswoman with serious credentials who works her tail off. From her days vogueing in the downtown Manhattan clubs in the '90s to her successful career in radio and her ultimate cult status as a judge on RuPaul's Drag Race, Michelle has achieved her dreams and then some! In The Diva Rules, Visage shares her rules and advice for living life to the fullest and finding success no matter the hand you're dealt. With her no-nonsense style and super sassy voice, Michelle tells readers to "Keep Your Shit Together," "Give Good Face," and "Be Thankful You're a Misfit," in addition to 22 other invaluable life lessons on finding your power and sparkling your way to the top.

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Learning the alphabet is a critical part of early childhood education. What better way to do this than with an oversize volume that stretches the boundaries of what an ABC book can be? Virginie Aracil's incredibly charming Mr. Bear guides very young readers on a sumptuous and unexpected alphabet journey that includes a donut-eating dinosaur. a racket-wielding rhinoceros, and even a pink-scarfed llama! Her endearingly retro-chic art introduces memorable animals and objects that will delight readers, encourage curiosity, and help build vocabulary.

Mr. Bear's Abc

Baby & Kids

A position a day keeps the love doctor away. From the perpetrators of Nerve.com's wildly popular Position of the Day : After all these years of thinking 69 was our lucky number, here comes 366 hand-picked erotic scenarios from Nerve.com's treasure trove into one gloriously chunky, deeply inspiring, and hilarious compendium. Yes, that's 366 - one for each day of the year plus a little something special for leap year! Illustrated with anatomically correct drawn figures, the positions run the lusty gamut from plausible to creative to Honey, get my weight belt, this is going to require some heavy lifting! Position of the Day is about not becoming a creature of habit, because even the Excuse Me, Do I Know You? can get boring if that's the only position in your repertoire.

For beginners and the acrobatically challenged, there are accessible suggestions such as the Corporate Merger, the Wet Blanket, and the TV Dinner
The adept and adventurous can try their hand at The Snow Blower, The Papoose, and the Quasimodo, which field-testing suggests is best attempted only after a vigorous round of stretching and a can of Red Bull
Em & Lo (Emma Taylor and Lorelei Sharkey) pen Nerve.com's sex and relationships advice column, "The Em & Lo Down (Advice from Near-Experts)"

This “activity book” is a fun way to keep things exciting and put the spice and adventure back into your relationship. With 366 positions of varying degrees of difficulty for every day of the year — including leap year!

Great bachelorette and Valentine's Day gift
All at once informational and humorous

Position Of The Day

From a bright yellow rain slicker to a cozy pea coat, this amusing coaster set includes 15 different die-cut designs—featuring classic coats on the frontside and cocktail recipes on the backside. Housed in a sturdy box with a thumb-cut for easy use, these all-weather coatsters will keep tabletops dry for all occasions.

Coatsters: 15 All-weather Coasters

The most important color reference book series on the market, this guide contains over one thousand color combinations, this time categorized by tone. Tones are first divided into four major groups, from bright and clear to deep and subdued; these groups are then further divided, gradation by gradation, within the limits of printability. A veritable "dictionary of color," this compact guide provides an abundance of color schemes for tones in the same group as well as for those in different groups that go well together. Each color combination includes a description of the density of the colors, showing tint percentages for printing purposes. Charts of fluorescent colors, which are in high demand for special printing, are included as well. An indispensable reference for graphic designers, this guide will also prove invaluable to those working with fashion, interior design, illustration, fabric design, or literally anyone making a color choice.

Designer's Guide To Color 4

Creativity in a box: accessible prompts in a pick-me-up package that are applicable to any type of creative pursuit, be it visual art, music, writing, or any other practice that requires idea-generation. It’s the gift of inspiration, with effective strategies to spark creativity and get unstuck. Includes 50 faux matchsticks with printed prompts.

Spark Creativity

At once a practical gift and an elegant desktop statement, this sturdy box features an elegant painted pattern. Tucked within are more than 180 labels in a variety of designs perfect for adorning packages, folders, homemade treats, and more.

Wild Kingdom Box Of Labels

Obsessed with GOLF is the latest offering in the series of addictive computer asked-and-answered trivia questions. This comprehensive yet compact book offers more than 2,500 questions that engage and challenge even the greatest golf fan. Each spread also features a lengthier question combining golf history and anecdotes. The computerizedmodule embedded in a corner the book's cover allows you to test yourself or compete against a friend, making this a truly unique package.

Obsessed With Golf

Flower delivery! Featuring five amazing pop-up bouquets, Paper Blossoms brings floral cheer to any room. Display any of the bouquets—a garland of roses, a tropical arrangement, a lotus water garden, a springtime bouquet, or a vase of lilies as a beautiful centerpiece or room accent. A triumph of pop-up artistry and a sure conversation-starter, these bouquets burst forth with color, joy, and lasting beauty.

Paper Blossoms: A Pop-up Book

This beautifully curated collection of amazing beaches all around the world evokes awe-inspiring, attainable travel adventures. Whether you're planning a getaway or just want to visit some of the world's most inspirational outdoor destinations from the comfort of your couch, You Are Here: Beaches is the perfect wanderlust guide. Pairing gorgeous photography with caption and geolocation information, the incredible handpicked locations will inspire anyone looking for their next journey. 
- YOU ARE THERE—OR COULD BE!: Stunning photography will excite the spirit of adventure. Caption and geolocation information invite you to visit these gorgeous destinations. 
- WIDE RANGE OF BEACH DESTINATIONS: From powder white drifts to beautiful black sand coves, semi-secret island hideaways to majestic sunset showcases, the handpicked locations offer an inspiring variety of places and journeys—pick your adventure. 
- ARMCHAIR OR OUT THERE: A gorgeous collection equally suitable for kicking off your next immersive beachside getaway or capturing the beauty of nature to enjoy from the comforts of home. 
- INSPIRING PHOTOGRAPHY: The beautiful photographs collected here will not just inspire travel, but inspire capturing and sharing photos of your own journey, to these or other amazing places.

You Are Here: Beaches

Dog lovers are a passionate bunch, and Instagram is the perfect platform for expressing their devotion. The curators behind @dogsofinstagram channel this passion perfectly in this delightful book, a must-have collection featuring over 400 of the best crowdsourced dog photographs from their wildly popular feed. For dog lovers by dog lovers, this eclectic compilation celebrates the full spectrum of things to love about our four-legged friends.

Dogs On Instagram

From the creators of the award-winning An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, and A Rock Is Lively comes this gorgeous and informative introduction to the world of butterflies. An incredible variety of butterflies are celebrated here in all of their beauty and wonder, from the tiny Arian Small Blue to the grand Queen Alexandra's Birdwing. Perfect for a child's bedroom bookshelf or for the classroom!

A Butterfly Is Patient

Take an enchanting tour of Paris's most charming places, objects, and pasttimes in this lovingly compiled Francophile handbook. Organized by season, The Little Pleasures of Paris takes the reader through a year's worth of quintessentially Parisian experiences, from secret gardens bursting with roses to exotic plumage at the city's bird market, candied violets at Paris's oldest sweet shop, dazzling colors in the stained glass at Sainte-Chapelle, and more. The friendly text and whimsical illustrations make this delightful volume a poetic letter to the City of Light. Unusual details that might otherwise go unnoticed are celebrated and offer a uniquely intimate perspective in this triomphe of je ne sais quoi and joi de vivre!

The Little Pleasures Of Paris

Brush up your yo-yo skills with the Ridley's Games Flashing Yo Yo. This bright red number is just what you need to perfect your "walk the dog" or "around the world" tricks as it comes with a handy instruction booklet, as well as a spare string. The ideal pocket toy to play on-the-go.

Yoyo

A book about picturing numbers and considering the endlessly fascinating lives all around us, Lifetime is sure to delight young nature lovers.

Lifetime

"A new twist on a classic story and song, this book is just pure fun." — School Library Journal Old MacDonald has some new friends on the farm: Old MacDonald had a farm E-I-E-I-O. And on that farm he had a...TRUCK?! With a DIG DIG here and a SCOOP SCOOP there, this classic folk song just got revved up! Beloved machines—the excavator, dump truck, bulldozer, and more—will have vehicle enthusiasts of all ages reading and singing along. 
- With colorful, fun illustrations, and subtle themes of gender equality, both parents and kids will enjoy this story over and over again 
- Ideal for family and elementary school story time 
- Steve Goetz was inspired to write his debut picture book, Old MacDonald Had a Truck, after his son began to sing "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" with alternative lyrics Fans of Old MacDonald Had a Boat and Old MacDonald's Things That Go will love this entertaining read (and sing-aloud book) with a surprise ending.

Old Macdonald Had A Truck

With enough lunch for three, Mr. Magee and his dog Dee head out to the sea. But what begins as a fun day in the sun turns a bit bumpy when onel playful whale decides to say hello. Soon the crew that once was floating finds themselves flying! How will they get down? Who will come to their rescue? And when will they ever get to eat lunch? Down to the Sea with Mr. Magee is a great read-aloud, sure to provide fits of giggles.

Down To The Sea With Mr. Magee

Can you make the case for why you should inherit "someone's" fortune—despite your bizarre backstory, dubious relationship to the deceased, and increasingly silly accusations from the other players? Someone Has Died is a zany, improvisational storytelling game that places 3 to 6 players in the middle of a will arbitration. Using unique Identity, Relationship, and Backstory cards, each player must create a case for why they should inherit the contents of the will. For example, you might be a talking dog who was the deceased's roller disco partner—but can you explain the fact that you're also a visitor from the future, and why this means you deserve the deceased's collection of bottle caps? The result is a wild ride of persuasion, accusation, and laugh-out-loud fun. 
- ACCESSIBLE & EASY TO LEARN: Hilarious card combinations invite even reluctant improvisers and shy storytellers to the table, and the rules are simple enough to explain in ten minutes or less. Looking for a fun, addictive party game for players of any experience level to play again and again? Look no further! With new cards adding twists throughout, no two games are ever the same! 
- PERFECT FOR fans of voting games with a persuasive angle like Superfight and Funemployed, storytelling games like Once Upon A Time, and light roleplaying games like Fiasco. 
- INCLUDES: 77 Backstory cards, 31 Identity Cards, 27 Relationship cards, 28 Objection cards, instructions 
- FOR: 3 to 6 players, ages 13 and up, plays in approximately 25–35 minutes. Perfect for: Storytellers, theater kids, and improv enthusiasts; anyone looking for a pick-up-and-play, hilarious party game

Someone Has Died

Celebrate wanderlust and wonder with this photographic travel journal. Featuring ruled pages, inspiring sayings, and gorgeous shots of rugged landscapes and dreamy cabin hideaways, Collect Moments Not Things is a compelling reminder to get out there and enjoy the beauty this world has to offer.

Collect Moments Not Things

From an interior designer and modern feng shui expert, High Vibe Home is a luxe handbook for creating restorative spaces that feel as good as they look. Create a home that feels as good as it looks. From an interior designer and energy practitioner, High Vibe Home teaches readers how to design harmonious spaces that invite free-flowing, positive energy into their homes and lives. By decluttering and cleaning, arranging furniture, decorating with crystals or houseplants, incorporating new colors, textures, and more, anyone, on any budget, can design a home with high vibes. The book outlines key design principles and energy rules that contribute to a nourishing home, and then, room-by-room, offers achievable ways to put those practices into place. In a luxe package, this handbook is woven through with atmospheric photography, evocative shots of styled decor elements, and helpful diagrams. High Vibe Home is a must-have for design aficionados, wellness enthusiasts, and anyone interested in crystals, feng shui, or energy work. Alongside smudge sticks or a cozy throw, it's a thoughtful gift for a girlfriend's birthday or a housewarming party. ACCESSIBLE PRACTICES: High Vibe Home offers achievable, affordable practices to make spaces feel more Zen. Anyone, on any budget, can make these small adjustments to improve their home and in turn, channel that newfound positive energy into other areas of their life. MORE THAN JUST HOME DECOR: This book is not simply a collection of design tips; it also teaches how to foster specific types of energy in your space—calming, invigorating, healing, etc. These choices can have an outsize impact on not just your mood but also your relationships, career, and health. ON TREND: The wellness trend is still going strong, and holistic interior design is an extension of that. There are sections throughout the book on crystals, chakras, feng shui, and other types of energy work, which will appeal to those interested in these on-trend wellness topics. Perfect for: 
- Anyone looking for ways to make their home lovelier or more Zen 
- People interested in energy work, crystals, or feng shui 
- Shoppers looking for a Mother's Day, hostess, or housewarming gift

High Vibe Home

This imaginative board book features beautiful paintings by a renowned artist paired with playful, rhyming text. In A Picnic with Monet, Claude Monet's light-filled paintings take children on an enchanted picnic in the countryside. This board book is a fun introduction ot art and an imaginative adventure all rolled into one!

A Picnic With Monet

This picture book tells the story of one girl who reminds an entire town of the joy of books. When the town's old library is destroyed by a tornado, the people are left wondering: What should they do with the space where the library used to be? The characters in Nia and the New Free Library all want different things: the builder wants there to be a new skyscraper, the grocer wants a new parking lot, but Nia just wants a new library . . . but how can one person build a whole library? 
- Explores the power of community and what a group can accomplish 
- Teaches the importance of working together toward a common goal 
- Reminds readers of the important role libraries play in community, and how they work Sometimes the biggest things can start with almost nothing at all. Ian Lendler and Mark Pett bring humor and heart to this clever twist on the classic "Stone Soup" folktale. 
- This triumphant ode to the magic of sharing stories is sure to strike a chord with bibliophiles of all genres, ages, and stripes. 
- Resonates year-round as a go-to birthday or holiday gift for book-loving kids 
- Perfect for children ages 5 to 8 years old 
- Great gift for parents and grandparents, as well as librarians, teachers, and educators 
- Add it to the shelf with books like Stone Soup by Marcia Brown, Delivering Your Mail by Ann Owen, and Seeds and Trees by Brandon Walden.

Nia And The New Free Library

Award-winning author and acclaimed baking expert Flo Braker knows the best things come in small packages. Now this acclaimed author is back with a revised and expanded edition of her beloved Sweet Miniatures. Winner of the IACP Single-Subject Cookbook Award, Sweet Miniatures offers rich, all-new color photography, a whimsically appealing design, and step-by-step instructions for making all kinds of delectable desserts scaled down to an irresistible one-bite size. Miniature chewy Panforte di Siena, crispy Florentine Squares, and tangy Shreveshire Tarts will whisk family and friends away on an exciting mouthwatering journey. Little sweet somethingsCandied Almond Clusters, Golden Caramels, and Toffee Butter Crunchmake a thoughtful gift during the holidays. From cheerful Chocolate Hedgehogs to a set of Midas Cups for adding that golden touch to a festive soiree, Sweet Miniatures has all the right ingredients for creating the perfect bite-size morsel to suit any occasion.

Sweet Miniatures

Globe-hopping artist Paperboyo transforms real iconic landmarks and settings around the world into works of art and amusement by just holding up a cut-out and snapping a photo. Here is New York's Guggenheim Museum as a flowerpot, the Eiffel Tower sporting butterfly wings, a giant octopus peeking its tentacles out of the Roman Colosseum, and nearly a hundred more images of wonder and humor. Organized into categories such as Quirky Architecture, Pop Culture, and Playing with Food, the book also covers Paperboy's process with these topics:

Behind the Scenes
The Fails
D.I.Y.

Featuring favorites from his wildly popular Instagram feed plus many never-before-seen delights, entertaining captions, behind-the-scenes, and cut-outs for readers to make their own images, Around the World in Cut-Outs encourages a different and delightful view of the world around us.

Around The World In Cut-outs

Charlie & Mouse meets Ramona the Pest in this book about the wonderfully challenging daily realities of being a middle kid in a family. When you're the middle kid, you're never the first nor the last to do anything. You’re not the tallest or the smallest; you're babysitting one sibling but teased by the other. Stuck between a bossy older brother and a naive younger sister, Middle Kid feels left out of two worlds. But even if—and maybe especially because—it's always overlooked, this kid's own world is just as big and important as his siblings'. Gently funny and richly detailed, The Middle Kid takes readers through a day in the life of a middle kid, and all the challenges and advantages of a life in-between. 
- A KID OTHER KIDS WILL RELATE TO: Middle Kid, who is never named, is cranky and sweet, creative and strong-willed—the kind of everykid every kid will relate to. 
- A FAMILIAR FAMILY SITUATION: Middle children have classically been sandwiched between the achievements of the older sibling and the needs of the younger one. This book gives them a time to shine! 
- A DAY IN THE LIFE: The book starts in the morning and ends at night, and each chapter is at a different time during one entire day. Kid readers will feel like they really do live "a day in the life" of a Middle Kid. 
- HELPS KIDS PUT THEMSELVES IN SOMEONE ELSE'S SHOES: Many books about siblings tend to emphasize conflict, but this book creates empathy for different family members' experiences. 
- PERFECT FOR BEGINNING READERS GETTING USED TO LONGER BOOKS: Simple language, short and easy words, large and readable text, and pictures that help explain the story as well as engaging characters make this an excellent choice for learning to read. 
- ENCOURAGES CREATIVITY: The main character, our Middle Kid, is doodling during the whole book, constantly drawing what he observes in the real world, and kids reading the book will be inspired to do the same. Perfect for: 
- Fans of comical books about family 
- Fans of Jon Scieszka 
- Fans of Mo Willems's Elephant & Piggie series 
- Fans of Judy Moody 
- Parents looking for an empathetic gift for that lets their own middle kids know they are seen 
- Siblings looking for a gift for their sibling 
- Teachers, librarians, and booksellers looking to include many different identities on their shelves

The Middle Kid

Featuring heartwarming advice from celebrated figures, this stirring series helps readers discover their path in life and follow it with intention, courage, and purpose. Politician, feminist, champion for social equality, and the 40th Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern epitomizes the modern leader. With confidence and grace, she talks about her legacy as a politician, a feminist, and a mother. Her humanitarian work and tireless efforts on behalf of her country during uncertain and difficult times make Jacinda Ardern a role model, an inspiration, and a beacon for anyone seeking true leadership. Inspired by Nelson Mandela's legacy and created in collaboration with the Nelson Mandela Foundation, I Know This to Be True is a global series of books created to inspire a new generation of leaders. Extraordinary figures from diverse backgrounds answer the same questions, sharing their compelling stories, guiding ideals, and insightful wisdom. The result is a landmark collection of books brimming with messages of leadership, courage, compassion, and hope. Delivered in lovely, giftable jacketed hardcovers with vivid photographic portraits throughout, these books offer encouragement and guidance to graduates, future leaders, and anyone hoping to make a positive impact on the world. Royalties from sales of this book will support the free distribution of material from the series in countries with developing economies or economies in transition.

GREAT PACKAGE: The eye-catching covers and stirring content make these books the perfect gift for anyone looking for a little inspiration and motivation. Shoppers can buy one as a grad gift or several as a set for the changemaker in their life.
EXPERT ADVICE: Featuring interviews with luminaries and experts, these books contain authoritative advice delivered in an engaging, inviting, and unintimidating way. With rousing messages of hope, perseverance, and courage, I Know This to Be True will inspire a new generation of trailblazers to go out into the world and make a difference.

Perfect for:

Recent college and high school grads
Grad gift shoppers
Professionals young and old looking for advice and inspiration

I Know This To Be True: Jacinda Ardern

Little Bear, Little Monkey, and their friends love to use a pacifier. But sometimes it gets in the way when they play, talk, or go outside. In this reassuring book, the grown-ups show them that giving up their pacifier or putting it away just for a while doesn't have to be hard. And they might even have more fun without pacifiers!

Features interactive pull-tabs that control the changing scenes, empowering children to apply their newly learned knowledge to their own experience
Bright illustrations bring the storyline to life and help young readers connect with the message
Durable board book is just the right size for little hands to hold

The Pull and Play Books™ board book series offers babies and toddlers support and encouragement through familiar childhood experiences. The adorable interactive books cover all sorts of growth milestones including bedtime, bath time, sibling relationships, sharing, manners, feelings and more. Using pull-tabs to change the pictures, children are empowered and inspired to learn and grow!

Great family read-aloud book

Pull And Play: Pacifier

Brave is Pixar’s thirteenth feature film, but it marks two big firsts for the award-winning animation studio. It’s Pixar’s first feature film driven by a female lead and its first set in an ancient historical period. Against a backdrop of castles, forests, and highlands, Brave follows the fiery Merida as she clashes with the duty of her royal life and embarks on a journey through the rugged landscape of the dark ages of Scotland. At once epic and intimate, the latest Pixar masterpiece weaves a story of magic, danger, and adventure—and the fierce bonds of family. Featuring behind-the-scenes interviews with the film’s many artists and filmmakers, The Art of Brave showcases the gorgeous concept art that went into the making of this movie, including color scripts, storyboards, character studies, environment art, sculpts, and more. A Foreword by Brenda Chapman and Mark Andrews, the film’s directors, and a preface by Chief Creative Officer John Lasseter shed light on the creation of this landmark film.

Art Of Brave

Being a bridesmaid is one of the greatest honors a dear friend can bestow. But actually wearing the dress the bride picks out? That's the true test of friendship. You Can Wear It Again pays loving tribute to fifty years of bridesmaids' dresses, as featured in real-life weddings. The product of both fashion trends and the bride's whims, bridesmaids' dresses may take the form of medieval costume, complete with wimple; slip dresses with real feathered wings to transform maids into true angels; or the ruffled peach taffeta with puff sleeves that so dominated the 1980s. Whatever the look, you can be sure it's been in and out of fashion more than once. Some lessons are never learned. The perfect gift for current and former bridesmaids, You Can Wear It Again isn't just a showcase of bridal fashions, but a testament to the selfless women everywhere who help the bride's dreams come true.

You Can Wear It Again

The loveable dinosaur from Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug shows kids how to have the best Halloween ever! Tiny and Pointy love Halloween and they are eager to share their tips and tricks so that readers can have a perfect treat-filled Halloween! A heartwarming story, Tiny T. Rex and the Tricks of Treating reminds each of us that the sweetest Halloween treat has nothing to do with eating candy after all. EVERYONE LOVES TINY: The first book about Tiny, Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug, was an immediate bestseller from the moment it was published. It's been a regional indie bookstore bestseller, an Amazon Best Book of the Month, and an Amazon Best Book of the Year. AN ADORABLE DINOSAUR HERO KIDS CAN RELATE TO: Kids of many ages, from babies to toddlers to five-year-olds, love dinosaurs! And Tiny is a dinosaur kids will understand and respond to, because he's a tiny dinosaur in a big world—just like them. A FUNNY AND REASSURING INTRODUCTION TO HALLOWEEN: Halloween can be a scary holiday for very young children. In this book, Tiny shows them what to expect and how to have a good time. Best of all, Tiny shows kids how to make the holiday one that's about giving as well as receiving. SWEET MESSAGE, GREAT VALUES: Every Tiny book features Tiny solving common childhood challenges with love, a positive attitude, and help from his friends. MORE TINY BOOKS TO LOVE: Tiny has two picture books, Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug and Tiny T. Rex and the Very Dark Dark and one other board book, Tiny T. Rex and the Perfect Valentine, for readers to enjoy, with more adventures on the way! Perfect for: parents and grandparents, dinosaur enthusiasts, educators