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Embark on a voyage through a chronological history of anime that explores both the marquee cinematic touchstones and enduring series that have shaped the medium. The Anime Archives celebrates it all, from the Studio Ghibli films that fans queued for at the cinema to the eagerly anticipated Dragon Ball Z episodes, and Demon Slayer’s enormous cultural footprint. No icon will be left out. Discover more about the creators – and creative processes – that gave life to these worlds that defined childhoods while capturing imaginations. Composed of thoughtful essays and insights into key artists, dive into the inspirations, philosophies and techniques integral to these timeless masterpieces. Featuring interviews with and retrospectives of renowned names from the history of anime, including: Osama Tezuka (Astro Boy, Diary of Ma-chan, New Treasure Island) Leiji Matsumoto (Space Battleship Yamato, Galaxy Express 999) Hidekazu Ohara (Mobile Suit Gundam 0080, Night on the Galactic Railroad, Chocobo Racing) Kofi Morimoto (Robot Carnival, Children of the Sea, Noiseman Sound Insect) Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball, Dr. Slump) Rumiko Takahashi (Urusei Yatsura, Ranma 1/2, Inuyasha) Mamoru Oshii (Ghost in the Shell, Angel’s Egg) Isao Takahata (The Tale of the Princess Kaguya, Panda! Go, Panda!, Grave of the Fireflies) Hayao Miyazaki (Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Future Boy Conan, Porco Rosso) Rintaro (Metropolis, Galaxy Express 999) Makoto Shinkai (Your Name, Suzume, Weathering with You) Mamoru Hosoda (Wolf Children, Belle, The Girl Who Leapt Through Time) Hideaki Anno (Neon Genesis Evangelion Gunbuster, Shin Godzilla) Satoshi Kon (Paprika, Tokyo Godfathers, Millennium Actress) Hiroaki Yura (Safe House Studios, Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance)

The Console Chronicles will take you on a unique journey through the history of gaming platforms. Fifty years ago, the home console was an anomaly that predated when everyone around the world knew the name Nintendo. With each passing generation, consoles evolved, their pixels exchanged for polygons. Over time, these machines gained popularity and brought the beginnings of a new artistic frontier. Consoles enabled split-screen chaos, late-night LAN parties, and interlinked online play – connecting friendships worldwide. The Console Chronicles is the ultimate tribute to not only five decades of home console gaming, but to the incredible people, and their remarkable stories, which make our shared history special. Telling tales of sibling rivalries and disruptive ideas, personal resonance and technical triumph, this is a celebration of every system that you hold dear. Words and art by: Christian Donlan Ashley Esqueda Julian Rignall Damien McFerran Sara Heritage Alex Olney Alana Hagues Mer Grazzini Dan Adelman Alicia Haddick Stephen Maurice Graham Adam Koralik Raul Higuera Brendan Hesse Suhaila Karim Plus many more! Made in collaboration with Hookshot Media. This edition published in partnership with Expanse, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers.

Like our heroes Ash and Pikachu, we are all on a road to personal mastery. But life isn’t always sunshine and Jigglypuffs. Written by some of the greatest Pokémon trainers in history, this inspirational book of wit and wisdom offers advice for every turn of life’s winding path, from the road to Viridian City to the heady heights of Indigo Plateau. Bursting full of positivity, humour and fun, this charming book of inspirational quotes and illustrations shows that although Jigglypuff, Meowth and Pikachu may be Pokémon, their values could not be more human. We all live in a Pokémon world. Pokémon Book of Joy will leave you ready to face every challenge along the way. And to truly catch 'em all!

A Handheld History is a unique celebration of portable platforms and their iconic games. Forty years ago, businessmen fiddling with calculators inspired Gunpei Yokoi to create the Game & Watch. Ever since then, handheld gaming has been hugely influential, spawning communities who trade Pokémon in the playground and share Miis on the subway. This introspective adventure will delve into decades of gaming memories and reconnect you to that long car journey full of discarded AA batteries before speeding ahead to the contemporary days of blockbusters in your backpack. Handheld gaming is celebrated loudly, proudly, and across hundreds of beautifully assembled pages of art and essays. Featuring words from many incredible voices, this is an unmissable ode to the gaming device that you keep close to your heart – right in your jacket pocket. Words and art by: Alex Olney Ashens Bob Wulff Brandon Saltalamacchia Brian Crecente Hannah Kwan Cosselmon Janet Garcia Jason Bradbury Jeff Grubb Jonathan Traynor Kevin Kenson Larry Bundy Jr. Mike Diver Raul Higuera Stephen Maurice Graham Plus many more!

Explore the culinary delights from across the Pokemon universe in this official cookbook. Featuring favourite flavours from every region, dive into dishes that celebrate the world of Pokemon and fuel up for your next battle! With over 45 recipes including quick snacks you can enjoy before a battle, to epic meals fit for a post-tournament celebration. For fans of all ages this official cookbook is the perfect addition to any Pokemon Trainer's kitchen.