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Journey through the labyrinthine alleys of Goth culture to unravel its defining aesthetics, explore its musical evolution, and examine its profound impact on the arts.Being Goth transcends mere fashion choices; it’s a mindset, a way of seeing the world through a different lens. Through humor laced with black comedy and an appreciation for the mysterious, Goths reveal themselves to be intelligent, romantic, and artistic realists. But where did this culture originate?Eternal Goth delves into the roots of Goth, tracing its evolution from a post-punk offshoot to a global phenomenon that has left its mark on music, fashion, and pop culture. Along the way, you’ll learn about:The pioneers of Goth music, including the dark melodies of Joy Division, Bauhaus, Siouxsie and the Banshees, and moreThe eerie landscapes of Tim Burton’s movies, inspired by the beautiful and macabre world of the GothThe many ways in which one can be Goth, from romantic, elaborate, historically inspired fashions to more casual and modern looksThe place of Goth in pop culture, including characters like Wednesday Addams, Lisbeth Salander, and Lydia DeetzOver 100 full-color photographs of Goth icons and influential media, illustrating the popularity of the culture through the agesGrasp the essence of Goth and celebrate its enduring allure with this comprehensive history.

Celebrate the holidays with classic Christmas fun, choosing from 70 joyful pages of activities and coloring, plus over 100 festive stickers.Designed for kids and creatives of all ages, A Very Merry Christmas Sticker, Color & Activity Book will make the most wonderful time of year even more wonderous! Inside, you’ll find so many ways to get into the holiday spirit. With this collection, you can explore your creative side, tease your brain with mazes and puzzles, and simply have some fun with silly holiday games, from filling in elf thought bubbles to naming reindeer and more. Bring on the Christmas cheer with:Stickers, for festive funColoring and drawing pages, for relaxationHoliday mazes and sudoku, the perfect screen-free activity for long tripsSpot-the-difference games, for focusPlus holiday wish lists and letters, a cute advent calendar to color, and fun name gamesThere’s so much to love in these pages, from classic Santas, snowy scenes, and gingerbread houses to holiday treats, colorful ornaments, and elves. Lose yourself in a little holiday magic.

Explora la herencia mexicana con la pequeña Andrea y descubra la historia del Día de los Muertos, una festividad que transforma la muerte en una alegre celebración de la vida. A través de los cuentos de la abuelita de Andrea, La historia del Día de los Muertos presenta los orígenes de esta celebración. También explica su significado para las familias mexicanas y cómo ha crecido y se ha expandido, especialmente hacia el norte, en los Estados Unidos.Este encantador libro ilustrado sigue a la pequeña Andrea mientras descubre como la festividad se originó en ceremonias de los antiguos aztecas y cómo ha evolucionado con el tiempo hasta trascender las fronteras de México. La pequeña Andrea explora diferentes épocas y figuras históricas que reflejan la resistencia y permanencia de esta tradición a lo largo través de los años. La historia del Día de los Muertos ofrece una conexión muy personal y significativa con la festividad, que rodea la época de Halloween, una celebración más comercial. Este libro brinda a los niños la oportunidad de transformar un tema que suele ser aterrador en una perspectiva más matizada, resaltando la importancia de celebrar la vida, la familia y los amigos.Magníficamente ilustrada, esta libro invita a un público joven a interactuar directamente con la festividad y la cultura mexicana a través de sus muchos elementos distintivos, cómo las calaveras de azúcar, el papel picado, las ofrendas, las catrinas y mucho más.A los jóvenes lectores les encantará aprender, junto a la pequeña Andrea, sobre la increíble historia y las tradiciones del Día de los Muertos y su alegre celebración de la vida.Join Little Andrea on an exploration of her Mexican heritage and the history of the Day of the Dead, a holiday that transforms death into a joyful celebration of life.Through detailed stories told by Little Andrea’s beloved abuela, The Dia de Los Muertos Story reveals to young readers the origins of Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, what it means to Mexican families, and how it has grown and expanded to other parts of the world, specifically north into the United States. This enchanting picture book follows Little Andrea as she discovers how what began as ceremonies practiced by the ancient Aztecs has evolved into a holiday recognized far beyond the borders of Mexico. As the story unfolds, Little Andrea explores significant moments in history and historical figures that demonstrate the endurance of the holiday through the ages. The Dia de Los Muertos Story offers children a deeply personal and more meaningful way to connect with the season surrounding the more commercial celebration of Halloween, giving an opportunity to transform the often-scary topic of death into a more nuanced perspective that includes the important celebrations of life, family, and friends. Gorgeously illustrated, this guide to understanding Dia de los Muertos encourages a young audience to engage directly with the holiday and Mexican culture through its many hallmarks such as sugar skulls, papel picado, ofrendas, catrinas, and more.Young readers will love learning beside Little Andrea about the incredible history and traditions of Dia de los Muertos and its joyful celebration of life.

Join Little Andrea on an exploration of her Mexican heritage and the history of the Day of the Dead, a holiday that transforms death into a joyful celebration of life.Through detailed stories told by Little Andrea’s beloved abuela, The Dia de Los Muertos Story reveals to young readers the origins of Dia de Los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, what it means to Mexican families, and how it has grown and expanded to other parts of the world, specifically north into the United States. This enchanting picture book follows Little Andrea as she discovers how what began as ceremonies practiced by the ancient Aztecs has evolved into a holiday recognized far beyond the borders of Mexico. As the story unfolds, Little Andrea explores significant moments in history and historical figures that demonstrate the endurance of the holiday through the ages. The Dia de Los Muertos Story offers children a deeply personal and more meaningful way to connect with the season surrounding the more commercial celebration of Halloween, giving an opportunity to transform the often-scary topic of death into a more nuanced perspective that includes the important celebrations of life, family, and friends. Gorgeously illustrated, this guide to understanding Dia de los Muertos encourages a young audience to engage directly with the holiday and Mexican culture through its many hallmarks such as sugar skulls, papel picado, ofrendas, catrinas, and more.Young readers will love learning beside Little Andrea about the incredible history and traditions of Dia de los Muertos and its joyful celebration of life.The Holiday Celebration series from becker&mayer! kids honors the diverse holidays and milestones that shape the cultural fabric of the United States. Though these traditions may have originated elsewhere, brought to our shores by ancestors from around the world, they have endured and evolved to weave the vibrant tapestry of American life. The series includes picture books and their companion kid-friendly cookbooks that share stories uniquely representative of the American experience—an experience that is multilayered, eclectic, inclusive, and joyfully beautiful.Also available from the series:The Juneteenth Story, The Juneteenth Cookbook, The Dia de Los Muertos Cookbook, and The Kwanzaa Story.

Embrace your individuality and blaze your own trail with this gorgeously illustrated guide to all things Billie Eilish.From her debut single “Ocean Eyes” to winning two Academy Awards for her iconic songs for No Time to Die and Barbie, Billie Eilish is a young talent whose career knows no bounds. Gathering the details of her life, career, music, and fan culture into one handy volume, Billie Eilish Is Life captures her wide-ranging musical endeavors, her epic achievements, and her ability to live life on her own terms.This guide to all things Billie includes:A full biography, delving into her early life and inspirations, her collaborations with her brother Finneas, and her amazing musical career to dateA discography of Billie Eilish’s music, including When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, Happier Than Ever, and Hit Me Hard and SoftAll her awards and accolades across music and moviesBillie’s fierce commitment to being herself, from her unique—and evolving—style to her political activismFor all the bad guys who love Billie’s music to fans of Bond and Barbie who came to know her through her award-winning songs for those major films, Billie Eilish Is Life is a stunning illustrated tribute to this multifaceted artist.The Modern Icons series takes you on a journey through the lives and legacies of cultural icons who have shaped our world, from fashion to music to media. With original illustrations and meticulously crafted prose, this series captivates and enlightens, offering a glimpse into the personalities whose unparalleled charm and authenticity have left an indelible mark on popular culture. The series includes: Taylor Swift Is Life, Beyonce Is Life, Harry Styles Is Life, Rihanna Is Life, Zendaya Is Life, Adele Is Life, Timothee Chalamet Is Life, and Billie Eilish Is Life.

“Readers who have recently been diagnosed with ADHD will find this an especially smart and approachable resource.” —Publishers WeeklyTransform your ADHD from a struggle to a strength with this empowering toolkit.What if what you need to succeed and manifest your goals is what you have been trying to overcome—your ADHD? The ADHD Reset is a new and hopeful perspective that transforms ADHD from an obstacle to a source of power. Without the right tools, ADHD can rule your life in a challenging way. But you can thrive with ADHD. In fact, an ADHD brain has some pretty magical qualities! Creator of the popular handle @ModernHippieMindset, ADHD coach Claire Michalski shows you how to reset your mindset and approach to living with ADHD. Learn how to live your dream life with ADHD—not in spite of it.The ADHD Reset offers dozens of practical tools and strategies that will move you from feeling limited to liberated. Feel empowered to accept the disowned parts of yourself through shadow work, reframing techniques, mindset shifts, and self-love. Coaching, interactive journal practices, and a step-by-step approach set you up to shift your mindset, clarify your objectives, and find your unique magic. This practical and inspiring guide will help you:Understand your ADHD brain in a way that brings loving self-awareness and unconditional self-acceptanceRewire your brain with easy mindset techniques Finally manage emotional dysregulationHabit stack, manage your time effectively, and set and complete goalsMove from managing your life to manifesting the life you want with The ADHD Reset.

Welcome Daydreamers to this all-encompassing superfan book on everything there is to know and love about the modern icon that is Adele.From being raised by a superwoman single mother in South London who introduced her to music, to when she discovered her favorite blues singer, Etta James, to recording her first album 19, to becoming the Queen of Heartbreak, Adele is one of the most popular soulful performers of her time. Gathering her incredible life story, music, and fan culture all in one place, Adele Is Life details everything you need to know and cherish about her.This Daydreamer’s essential guide includes: A full biography, encapsulating her early life through becoming a mother and one of the most soulful singers of her generation.A full discography of Adeles’s music, including tours, and inspirations for her songwriting for some of her most popular songs like “Rolling in the Deep,”  “Someone Like You,” and “Hello.”A very Adele A to Z, covering her alter ego, famous fans, tattoos, music videos, hair secrets, and more.Other incredible details and unfiltered moments, including her love for simple things such as wine and McDonald’s and her love for Queen Bey.Her favorite music and playlist go-tos.Hold on to your hearts as biographer Kathleen Perricone takes you on a fan-tastic journey through everything Adele. The Modern Icons series takes you on a journey through the lives and legacies of cultural icons who have shaped our world, from fashion to music to media. With original illustrations and meticulously crafted prose, this series captivates and enlightens, offering a glimpse into the personalities whose unparalleled charm and authenticity have left an indelible mark on popular culture.The series includes: Beyoncé Is Life, Harry Styles Is Life, Rihanna Is Life, Zendaya Is Life, Lady Gaga Is Life, Adele Is Life, Timothee Chalamet Is Life, and Billie Eilish Is LIfe.

Navigate the complexities of ethical nonmonogamy with clarity and confidence with this essential guide from clinical psychologist and non-traditional relationships expert Dr. Rachael Meir.More and more people are considering exploring relationship structures other than monogamy. Whether it’s for the thrill of new experiences, a desire to explore the depths of your sexuality, or a pursuit of personal and relational growth, nonmonogamy can be highly rewarding and enticing. But it can also come with challenges. In this book, Dr. Rachael Meir helps you process those challenges upfront with 50 carefully crafted questions to help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and expectations with honesty, curiosity, and an open mind. Under her expert guidance, you will:Discover Your Motivations: Uncover the true reasons behind your desire to open your relationship and ensure you’re taking this step for the right reasons.Evaluate the Health of Your Existing Relationship: Assess the strength and stability of your current relationship to create a solid foundation for nonmonogamy.Enhance Communication Skills: Develop the essential skills for clear, honest, and effective communication, setting the stage for successful and fulfilling open relationships.Identify Growth Opportunities: Recognize areas where you can improve emotional regulation and personal development to support your nonmonogamous journey.Each question is accompanied by additional context and gentle prompting to help guide you and your partner through the essential conversations that support a successful transition.Whether you’re single or partnered, taking the first step in your ENM life, or looking to deepen your existing nonmonogamous practices, 50 Questions to Ask Before Opening Your Relationship is your trusted companion for a fulfilling and ethical nonmonogamous life.

Don’t just live longer—live better! Age-proof your body and mind with strategies you can start implementing right away.Powerful Habits for Aging Well is your essential guide to transforming how you age, offering more than just easy, actionable tips and exercises. In a world overflowing with anti-aging hype and hoaxes, this book stands out by delivering safe, credible, and scientifically backed strategies. Dive into simple, effective practices covering nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes that address every aspect of aging. From reducing wrinkles and boosting metabolism to maintaining a healthy brain, bones, and heart, these methods are designed to be practical and quick, with most taking just 10 minutes or less.Powerful Habits for Aging Well isn’t just about adding years to your life—it’s about adding life to your years. This empowering guide offers:Habits for healthy aging, laid out in short spreads, making it easy to read in minutes and put into practice immediately.A dip-in, dip-out format that allows you to select the habits that fit your needs at any moment.Straightforward, easy-to-understand language.It’s plug and play: open the book, read a spread, and apply the advice to your life. Your better self is just 5 minutes away.Learn how to preserve your appearance and health, combat common aging ailments, and stay healthy, strong, and sharp for years to come. Powerful Habits for Aging Well is all you need to live an energetic, active, and vibrant life as you age.

It’s alive! …Again! Frankenstein Lives brings to life the enduring legacy of Mary Shelley’s Creature in thrilling images and captivating commentary.Beginning with the story of Mary Shelley’s conception of the novel on a stormy night on the shores of Lake Geneva, Frankenstein Lives traces the Creature’s transformation from a nameless literary monster to an international sensation, appearing in films, television shows, and commercial merchandise. The Creature has even appeared on a cereal box!Frankenstein’s monster has been a hero and a villain, a star in both comedies and dramas. He has gone head-to-head with both Dracula and the Wolf Man, tap danced with Gene Wilder, joked around with Abbott and Costello, served as the butler for the Addams family, and continues to star in films today. With special attention placed on the 1931 film starring Boris Karloff staggering through the mad scientist’s laboratory, the book explores the classic—and often misunderstood—character. This visual guide includes photos of Shelley’s manuscript pages, Boris Karloff on set as the Creature in the 1931 film, and much more! Frankenstein Lives brings the history to life, including:Mary Shelley’s background and inspirationFilm portrayals of Frankenstein’s monster, including upcoming film adaptionsCommercial merchandizing of the monster, including costumes and video gamesProfiles of the Bride, Igor, and DraculaAnd much more!Relive the Creature’s greatest pop culture moments in this visually stunning and comprehensive guide to the green monster that we can’t stop loving.

Enjoy the inspiring stories of 100 of the most important and interesting personalities from the Bible.Whether you know little about the Bible or are deeply acquainted with it, you’ll find inspiration in the short, easy-to-digest stories of The Bible’s Most Fascinating People. This enlightening book features:Accessible stories about figures from both the Old and New Testaments, set within a framework of family relationships that run throughout the BibleFamily trees illustrating the relationships between the people in the various storiesBeautiful fine art images that bring the stories and characters to lifeThrough riveting stories, you’ll get to know the Bible’s most intriguing personalities, including all of their bravery, faults, and human frailties. With this new context and the accompanying family trees, gain a clear sense of the underlying historical and cultural matrix from which the Bible grew.The Bible’s Most Fascinating People makes a magnificent accompaniment to your personal Bible study and a wonderful addition to any church or Sunday school library.

Revel in Huck Finn’s adventure on the Mississippi River with this handsome gift edition of the American masterpiece by Mark Twain.A favorite among young readers and adults alike, Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, first published in 1884, is considered to be the author’s masterpiece, as well asone of the best American novels ever written.In order to escape his abusive father, Huckleberry Finn fakes his own death. He meets up with the runaway slave Jim, and the two begin a new, carefree life on a raft traversing the Mississippi River. Despite their travels bringing them more trouble than expected and the fear of being returned to their old lives, Huck Finn and Jim form a bond that helps protect them from the judgments of a hypocritical society that claims to value civilization even as it benefits from the horror of slavery.This collectible edition features:An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designsIntroduction by American literature scholar and professor Steven FryeUnabridged textA timeline of the life and times of Mark TwainThis lovely classic is a perfect gift or a wonderful addition to your home library.Other Chartwell Deluxe Editions include: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Anne of Green Gables, Dracula, Emma, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Iliad, Inferno, Irish Fairy and Folk Tales, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Little Women, Meditations, Moby Dick, Phantom of the Opera, Pride and Prejudice, and The Republic.

Jane Austen’s beloved classic Sense and Sensibility is beautifully presented in this collector’s edition. Elinor Dashwood is thoughtful, considerate, and calm. Her younger sister Marianne is emotional and wildly romantic. Both are looking for a husband, but neither Elinor’s reason nor Marianne’s passion can lead them to perfect happiness, as Marianne falls for an unscrupulous rascal and Elinor becomes attached to a man who’s already engaged. In Jane Austen’s debut novel, published in 1811, the foibles of romance, human nature, and social manners are explored with great wit and irony. No wonder the novel has been beloved by readers for over 200 years. This Deluxe Edition features: An elegant faux-leather cover Foil embossed designsUnabridged textSure to be a cherished part of any bibliophile’s collection, this gorgeous volume will be enjoyed for years to come.Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Anne of Green Gables, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Iliad, Inferno, Irish Fairy and Folk Tales, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Little Women, Meditations,and The Republic.

Discover the mesmerizing tale of two personalities in a war over the soul of one man with this gorgeous collectible edition of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a tale of Victorian horror. The personalities of the pleasant Dr. Jekyll and the violent Mr. Hyde vie for control over a single body. This gothic horror novel is presented alongside five short stories by author Robert Louis Stevenson:A Lodging for the NightThe Suicide ClubThe Body-SnatcherThe Bottle Imp & The Isle of VoicesThis collectible edition of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde features:An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designsIntroduction by English scholar and professor Allen GroveUnabridged textA timeline of the life and times of Robert Louis StevensonThis lovely classic is a perfect gift or a wonderful addition to your home library.Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.

Venture into a macabre world with this stunning edition of The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft. The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft collects one of the author’s most popular novellas and six of his most famous short stories:At the Mountains of MadnessThe Call of CthulhuThe Colour Out of SpaceThe Dunwich HorrorThe Shadow Out of TimeThe Shadow Over InnsmouthThe Whisperer in DarknessThis collectible edition of The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft features:An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designsIntroduction by H.P. Lovecraft scholar Peter CannonUnabridged textA timeline of the life and times of LovecraftThese hair-raising tales have inspired generations of authors and filmmakers, including Stephen King, Alan Moore, Guillermo del Toro, and Neil Gaiman. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.

Designed for use alongside the Bible,this beautifully designed hardcover book is a navigational tool for the modern reader.In The Bible A Reader''s Guide, both Old and New Testaments are broken down into easy to manage sections, each one containing a narrative summary, key quotations, and a helpful commentary to further understanding.Sections are color coded by theme for easy cross referencing. This provides the reader with an instant frame of knowledge through which they can explore over arching themes, the hundreds of chapters and the sacred patterns with confidence.An excellent resource for sermon writing and private contemplation, this book strips down ancient texts for accessibility. So whether you want to trace ideas of worship or quietly reflect on passages concerning forgiveness, this comprehensive guide is the perfect companion to all versions of the Bible.