Make 25 fantastic fliers! You can create a sky-full of fabulous-looking paper planes, from old-time gliders to cutting-edge jets, that soar, swoop, sail, and dive. The projects include fascinating bac
Sumptuous, informative, and engaging, this is the ultimate book on American quilts as art. Robert Shaw, one of the leading scholars in the field, provides a keen, insightful look at quilting aesthetic
Learn the art of origami in a snap! This beautiful kit, featuring an instructional, step-by-step book, teaches beginners how to fold 30 new and traditional origami models--including flowers, butterfli
Whips, handcuffs . . . sudoku? When you're in the mood for some masochistic pleasure, this variant of the popular puzzle will satisfy your desires. Each 10x10 grid is divided into ten regions of 5x2.
"From prolific polymath Clifford Pickover-the ingenious author of The Math Book and The Physics Book-comes a stunning and inspirational volume that celebrates the beauty and wisdom of mathematics. Cli
Here's everything you ever wanted to know about Hell . . . but were too afraid to ask! In the realm of eternal damnation, what tortures will we find? How hot is it, really? And most important of all,
These wonderfully themed and witty crosswords have an extra layer of fun, because each one has an additional secret puzzle to solve! Popular brand mental_floss and puzzle maven Matt Gaffney have devis
Five super seeds—covered in one super volume! Chia, hemp, flax, quinoa, and amaranth are tiny powerhouses that deliver whopping amounts of protein, essential fatty acids, and great taste in every serv
An origami practice pad that includes basic origami folding techniques and instructions to make a paper 'masu box', as well as 400 sheets of beautiful origami paper in 32 fun geometric designs.
A tale of miserable miser Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation into a kind and caring benefactor after visits on one Christmas Eve from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.
Join author Melanie Stiassny from the American Museum of Natural History on an epic, oceanic journey. These fascinating essays expand on the science behind the early, rare histories that shaped oceano
Craft distilling has exploded in the United States—and James Rodewald, former Drinks Editor for Gourmet magazine, takes an in-depth look at the intrepid characters at the forefront of the liquid revol
Crack the code—and laugh out loud! Each of these humorous quotes is encrypted, so you'll have to do some solving before you're in on the joke. There's no better way to give both your brain and your fu
“Pumpkin Pie Spice”: these words bring joy to foodies everywhere. The subtle alchemy of cloves, ginger, cinnamon, and allspice has developed an enthusiastic following—and now fans can enjoy this flavo
For anyone interested in the science of secrecy and clandestine codes, renowned puzzle whiz Pierre Berloquin has created a collection of colorful exercises that gives amateurs an opportunity to test t
Time to test the brain again! Our lateral thinking experts, Sloane and MacHale, have concocted another terrific selection of thought-provoking, mind-bending puzzles designed to get your synapses sizzl
It's a poisonous world—and this is the ultimate guide to surviving nature at her most toxic! Journeying from the Outback to the jungles of Madagascar, Dr. Mark Siddall introduces 75 of earth's deadlie
An illustrated history of Led Zeppelin includes a day-by-day timeline based on Carol Miller's radio show, twenty-seven rare interviews, and a comprehensive discography.
A golf tip a day helps keep the bogeys away! This handy, illustrated guide contains the very best advice from more than 60 PGA teaching pros, compiled by a PGA Teacher of the Year. Designed to improve
Sharing her messages of joy, hope and positive energy, the author of the internationally acclaimed poem “The Dash”, presents inspirational stories, essays and poetry on how to live life to the fullest
Congratulations! You're a true crossword maven and a solver of the highest skill-if you can complete these mind-meltingly tough conundrums. Expect to flex your mental muscles to the utmost!
Few authors are better prepared to write about fatherhood than John C. Carr, a social worker and psychotherapist who understands the psychological development of both infants and men. And, as a dad o
The most empowering, informative, and reassuring pregnancy guide for moms-to-be is now thoroughly revised!This new edition of Great Expectations: Pregnancy and Childbirth still has everything moms lov
Professor Amy Liang, a world-renowned bonsai artist and lecturer, offers a practical guide to the fine art of cultivating bonsai. In this extravagantly produced volume, which showcases the very best s
Fans of both The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings are notoriously obsessive about Tolkien's masterpieces—and they'll jump at any opportunity to show off their detailed knowledge of his life and work.
Feed your brain a daily dose of knowledge! The Bedside Baccalaureate speaks directly to people's desire for a better education and a fun, no-pressure “college-like” experience. This collection builds
From St. Paul and Thomas Aquinas to those only recently canonized, this extraordinary compendium gathers the wisdom of the saints in one beautiful gift edition. You'll turn to this moving collection o
This bumper art sketch pad is the perfect activity for artists of all ages who enjoy drawing and colouring. Let your creativity run wild as you fill in each captivating page of collage. Including info
This bumper art sketch pad is the perfect activity for artists of all ages who enjoy drawing and colouring. Let your creativity run wild as you fill in each captivating page of collage. Including info
The sea is full of mystery and enchantment—and this extraordinary collection captures every drop of its magic. Retold and illustrated by the renowned picture-book artist Jane Ray, The Little Mermaid a
From doodling designer dresses and keeping a fashion journal to completing themed mazes, secret codes, girly fashion quizzes and more, this book presents a variety of puzzles, activities and doodles w
The number of commercially available American whiskeys has grown exponentially over the past 20 years-as has its popularity. Discerning drinkers will savor this, the only guide devoted solely to US-ma
Draw Portraits and the Human Figure is an excellent way to introduce the concepts of drawing each person's unique facial features and figure, as well as tips on drawing accessories such as spectacles
The Book of Five Rings, first published in the seventeenth century, is the classic text of samurai strategy, written by an undefeated master of the sword. This colorfully illustrated new edition vivid
For the first time, Natural Histories allows readers a privileged glimpse of seldom-seen, fully illustrated scientific tomes from the American Museum of Natural History's Rare Book Collection. Forty e
Following the popular Stumpwork Dragonflies and Stumpwork Beetles, Stumpwork Butterflies & Moths is the third in a series of stitched insect collections. Jane Nicholas has created a “specimen box”
A first words book which introduces amazing everyday machines from around the world. Features questions around the sides of the pages to encourage conversation between parent and child.
In her new book, the author of The Juice Diet and Nourish lays down the law about food and mood: bad food choices sabotage our energy levels and smart choices can pick us up when we're down. In chapt
The birds, the bees, the flowers and the…TREES! How do trees grow? Why do leaves change? What kind of tree is that? The acclaimed Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s guide answers all kids’ (and their parents’)
