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Graphic design guru Tim Leong presents Star Wars trivia in an all-new way-through playful pie charts, bar graphs, and other data-driven infographics. From a Venn diagram of Yoda's idiosyncrasies to an organizational chart of the Empire to a line graph of Grand Moff Tarkin's management decisions, Star Wars Super Graphic shines a new light on the much-adored universe. Equal parts playful and informative, this visual love letter to the vast Star Wars universe will enchant fans of all ages.

First words are everywhere you look, especially in a house! This lovely picture book catalogues a variety of household items, naming the delightful miscellany that comprises a life. The charming collections are creative and unexpected, the sweetest of visual snapshots that reinforce word recognition and understanding: In addition to the expected kitchen and garden items, there are more surprising--and smart--spreads featuring 'things where you can take a nap,' 'things that keep you warm,' and the 'things that get lost' (parents will relate). Children will revel in the delicate illustrations of things they are learning to recognise, things they are discovering every day and things they will cherish and use as they grow.

The extraordinary life of photojournalist, artist and avid adventurer Dan Eldon inspired a bestselling book, a foundation to support creative activism, and now a major feature film. Gathering together over 200 pages from Eldon's journals, this revised edition of the critically acclaimed book features a new foreword by Kweku Mandela, a new afterword by Alicia Dougherty and approximately 20 new pieces of art. It is the legacy of a young artist killed by an angry mob in Somalia just as his creative powers were beginning to be recognized by himself and others. Through these elaborately collaged and colorful pages, Eldon's journey will continue to inspire many future generations to come.

Follow one day in the real lives of seven kids from around the world-Italy, Japan, Iran, India, Peru, Uganda, and Russia! In Japan, Kei plays Freeze Tag, while in Uganda, Daphine likes to jump rope. While the way they play may differ, the shared rhythm of their days-and this one world we all share-unites them. This genuine exchange provides a window into traditions that may be different from our own as well as mirrors reflecting our common experiences. Inspired by his own travels, Matt Lamonthe transports readers across the globe and back with this luminous and thoughtful picture book.

For all those people who love art but don't make time for it and feel guilty as a result, ART HAPPINESS is the answer. This easy, breezy handbook is full of advice and insight to help regular people have a more rewarding and less stressful relationship with art. With tips on how to visit museums, how to talk about art at cocktail parties, and how to let art wake you up to the world around you, this little guide makes it easy for anyone to bring art into their life.

From bestselling author and international makeup mogul Bobbi Brown comes a brand-new book, awash in four-colour photography, focusing on the hottest beauty trend: holistic beauty from the inside out. Featuring wellness, nutrition, and health practices that have long been part of the Bobbi Brown beauty philosophy as well as new makeup techniques and stunning makeovers, BEAUTY FROM THE INSIDE OUT is a go-to manual for a healthy, lasting approach to beauty. The book is divided into two parts: Part One, 'Beauty from the Inside,' gives in-depth advice on holistic beauty practices such as nutrition, diet, sleep, fitness, and self-confidence. Lifestyle photography and contributions from popular, respected experts in various nutrition/health fields will round out the section. Chapters include: Beauty Foods (what to eat and avoid); The Power of Supplements (including, among other topics, natural remedies); Strength (workouts to build fitness and confidence); Zen Beauty (with a mindfulness focus); Confidence (including social media confidence and some inspiring celebrity stories).Part Two, 'Beauty from the Outside,' shows readers how they can use makeup and treatments to enhance their natural beauty to feel their very best. With chapters on new beauty breakthroughs (lasers, dermatological treatments), popular makeup trends (including unique takes on contouring, strobing, and highlighting), plus 15 inspiring before-and-after makeovers, this section will be filled with studio shots of real women ages 25-60. Chapters include: The Skin You're In (including, among other topics, solutions to common issues and aging); Beauty Breakthroughs (including what trendy treatments are best avoided); The Power of Makeup (including fast-techniques and confidence-building solutions); Amazing Makeovers (15 gorgeous, do-able before & afters).

The Card Catalog highlights the literary treasures in the Library of Congress's immense collection. Featuring more than 200 full-colour images of original catalog cards, first edition book covers and photographs from the library's magnificent archives, this is a visual celebration of the rarely-seen treasures in America's most famous library and the brilliant catalogue system that has kept it organised for hundreds of years. Ordered chronologically with engaging text that charts the history of the catalogue--from its origins 5,000 years ago to modern day card catalogs--and sprinkled with fun facts and anecdotes throughout, The Card Catalog is THE book for book lovers.

Captain's log: We have entered a galaxy where beloved illustrator Jenny Parks has conjured an astonishingly vivid homage to the original Star Trek series with an unexpected twist: a cast of cats. Featuring a hilarious new take on iconic characters and scenes - from Kirk in the Captain's chair to Spock offering his Vulcan wisdom - this eye-opening adventure stays true to the tone of the classic TV show. Playful, loving, and from a strange new world, Star Trek Cats is the perfect gift for fans of, well, Star Trek and cats.

The Golden Book of Fortune-Telling includes the best of the six top sellers in our Fortune-Telling series (Birthday, Names, Dreams, Zodiac, Love, and Color) along with new content, and turns it into a handsome giftable package filled with fun and entertaining predictions for all aspects of life. Including fortunes for everything from birthdays to love, names, dreams, and more, this book makes a lovely all-occasion gift and builds on our perennial bestselling series.

A bird arrives, alights on a tree, finds a mate, and build a nest. Soon its eggs will hatch and one brave hatchling will embark on its first flight. This deceptively simple book beautifully depicts the natural cycle of life. The first narrative title in the bestselling TouchThinkLearn series, featuring the hallmark production technique of glued on pieces dovetailing with die-cut openings, and add the bonus of removable--and movable--characters and scenery. The reader is invited to a multisensory participation in the story, from the arrival of the parent bird to the first tentative flight of the fledgling.

Breakout hit Eat Pretty continues to win over audiences of all ages with its groundbreaking and user-friendly exploration of beauty nutrition. The author's hotly anticipated new book welcomes existing fans and newcomers alike, presenting 365 bite-size daily readings that make it easy to put beauty nutrition know-how to use in everyday life. Organised by the four seasons, the readings explore every aspect of what it means to eat pretty, offering simplified nutritional science, seasonal recipes, motivating goals and challenges, self-care exercises, and uplifting "mealtime mantras." Providing the dedicated support of a personal wellness coach at a fraction of the cost, Eat Pretty Every Day is for women of all ages who want to learn the secrets to living well.

Here at last is the stress-reducing coloring book that lets adults of all ages color their way through the funny and true annoyances of everyday life. From trying to assemble flat pack furniture to clearing an office paper jam, juggling remote controls, dropping contact lenses on the bathroom floor, and nudging the cat who absolutely won't let you read your book, the dozens of witty and sympathetically amusing illustrations offer real therapy and poke gentle fun at the meditative coloring craze.

From the creative duo behind the bestselling Me Without You and Happiness Is...comes How to Be a Cat, a lighthearted illustrated guide to living life as a feline. Distinctive artwork and quirky captions confirm what we already know: cats actually rule the household. Ranging from simple truisms ("Look cute enough to attract cuddles") to perceptive observations ("Consider life a never-ending belly rub"), this charming book is a must-have gift for anyone who shares their life with a feline friend (or vice versa).

In this book, a picture is indeed worth a thousand words. Within its covers are 50 literary classics, deconstructed and then put back together word by word to create singularly beautiful pieces of art. The silhouettes that emerge from the text illustrate the central characters, landscapes and themes of each story. This collection ranges across the canon, from 620 BCE to 1937. Bibliophiles will find many of their favourite reads as well as lesser-known gems to discover or rediscover. Each piece of art contains an entire text in legible type, so that, with the help of the magnifying glass on a ribbon marker, readers can enjoy both the striking images and the timeless words themselves.

Using the same innovative production technique and brilliant aesthetic cheered by parents, educators and children alike in the acclaimed TouchThinkLearn series, here is an alphabet that literally adds a new dimension to learning. Raised die-cut pieces nestled in shaped board cut-outs engage readers on both visual and tactile levels. An impressive gift, an exquisitely executed design object, but most of all, this is a fabulously fun and educationally valid alphabet book.

In this charming follow-up to 2015's hit Who Done It?, each page asks the reader a question about the lineup of characters featured on the spread. Sharp eyes and keen observation are necessary. There's only one right answer, and it's not always easy! Kids will love learning early concepts like expressions and positions as a natural consequence of their hunt for clues in the details of the lineup. It's a book for all audiences: the seek-and-find call to action of every page makes Who What Where? a wonderful lap or parent read, while the whimsical art, distinctive horizontal format and hip exposed board ensures this book will be equally appealing as coffee table decor.