Poor Superstar. All the money and fame in the world won’t prevent him from having a bad hair day. Or stepping in gum. Or not being able to fit into skinny jeans, or watching helplessly as a scoop of i
Tulips are one of the most popular spring-flowering bulbs. Available in a huge array of colors, from white to near black and everything in between, and in a wide array of shapes, they're a mainstay of
Everyone in the quiet Jersey Shore town of Silver Bay knows the story: on a Sunday evening in September 1991, Ramsey Miller threw a blowout block party, then murdered his beautiful wife and three-year
In Inside a Silver Box, two people brought together by a horrific act are united in a common cause by the powers of the Silver Box. The two join to protect humanity from destruction by an alien race,
A book worth its weight in gold—or what one charges on a gold card. Written by two fashion experts with deep experience in fashion shopping and styling, How to Win at Shopping is perfect for the woman
See the world in a new way! Acclaimed illustrator Julia Rothman celebrates the diverse curiosities and beauty of the natural world in this exciting new volume. With whimsically hip illustrations, eve
Any experienced gardener knows that peren?nials—herbaceous plants that go dormant in fall and return in spring—are the main fabric of an ornamental garden. Trees and shrubs provide architecture, and a
Told through the lives of three Afghans, the stunning tale of how the United States had triumph in sight in Afghanistan-and then brought the Taliban back from the dead In a breathtaking chronicle, acc
The page-turning, heart-wrenching true story of one young woman willing to risk her safety and even her life for a chance at freedom in the largest slave escape attempt in American history.In 1848, Em
Vegetable gardening is happening every?where—in cities and suburbs, in farms and schools, in community gardens and at the White House. And it’s happening in houses and apartments, on balconies and por
A darling and brilliant new novel that explores race and class in the 1950s America. The war is over, the soldiers are returning, and Nat King Cole is back in his home town of Montgomery, Alabama, fo
A sky-blue car that has been present in pivotal life moments for several people becomes a source of contention and then alliance between Marcus, who is fleeing the consequences of his unrealized ambit
The absurdity and distortion of reality that made Brock Clarke’s previous two novels so outrageously funny and yet so moving are on full display in his newest offering, The Happiest People in the Worl
“The funniest and smartest novel I have read in years . . . Yes! I thought as I read these pages. That’s how you write a good book.” —Hannah Tinti, author The Good Thief The absurdity and distortion o
Christophe Pourny learned the art of furniture restoration in his father’s atelier in the South of France. In this, his first book, he teaches readers everything they need to know about the provenance
Wild Fruit is a field guide to fruit commonly found in the wild in Britain and Northern Europe. The plant descriptions include information on identification for 220 fruits, and include tasting notes a
A visual trove of more than 300 dinosaurs, with key anatomy, geology, history, and theory at a glanceWe live in a golden age of paleontological discovery—the perfect time to dig in to the spectacular
They’re calling it the “Storm of the Century,” so Eric stops at the market for provisions on his way home from work. But when the unkempt and seemingly unstable young woman in front of him in line com
Even beginners can make their own fermented foods! This guide includes in-depth instruction for making kimchi, sauerkraut, and pickles and then offers more than 120 recipes, using the same basic metho
In Iran, where homosexuality is punishable by death, seventeen-year-olds Sahar and Nasrin love each other in secret until Nasrin's parents announce their daughter's arranged marriage and Sahar propose
How many great ideas begin with a nagging thought in the middle of the night that should disappear by morning, but doesn’t? For Daniel Shumski, it was: Will it waffle? Hundreds of hours, countless mes
The rascals from the world’s friendliest family circus are back in the second installment of this “smafunderful”* fully illustrated series.Everyone knows Sir Sidney’s Circus is the best in the world.
The Book Lover’s Calendar offers insightful recommendations for readers of all interests. Crime fiction and history come together in A Murder on the Appian Way, Steven Saylor’s lively novel set in anc
Imagine biting into a fresh, juicy tomato straight from the vine in the middle of winter. Or growing a huge collection of succulents and cacti in even the coldest parts of the world. Or relaxing, mid-
A statuesque Siamese in profile. Two tiny kittens with piercing blue eyes. A stunning Persian with a luxurious tortoise- shell coat. And a pair of black cats plotting a bit of mischief in a tree. With
Good knife skills are key to feeling confident and comfortable in the kitchen. Chef Bill Collins shows you how to choose knives that will feel good in the hand, and then he shows you exactly how to sl
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is the most-visited art museum in America and New York City’s #1 tourist attraction. Showcasing hundreds of beautifully photographed treasures from its vast collection,3
Man’s best friend, showcased in hundreds of richly detailed photographs in full color or black and white. A playful husky in a pile of fall leaves. A soulful, red long-haired Dachshund. The plush coat
France is the world’s most popular tourist destination, and 365 Days in France celebrates the myriad reasons why. The sun and glamour of St. Tropez. A view of the Seine at dusk. Bicycling on the Ile d
Every day, an image of France—year after year, the world’s most popular tourist destination. New for 2015,A Year in France indulges the Francophile with hundreds of sumptuous full-color photographs. R
Now in a 12" x 14" format, Guitars delivers a year of rare and groundbreaking instruments in an oversize calendar that will electrify the guitar lover’s soul. Gretsch’s Monkees model
Watch your desktop bloom throughout the year. Vivid tangerine and pink Dahlias arranged in a white pitcher. An arbor swathed in “Scarlet Fire” roses. And on the cover, a blooming Peony-flowered tulip.
Adapted from the New York Times bestselling book, Dancers Among Us offers twelve utterly enchanting photos of extraordinary dancers in everyday settings and situations—resulting in “breathtaking photo
Offering a sighting a day for America’s 51 million birders, Audubon Songbirds is now in its 15th successful year. Every month, meet dozens of familiar backyard songsters up close and in full color. A
A solitary Camelthorn tree, the only hint of green in the Namibian desert. Brilliant Red Maples in North Carolina. Wraithlike Spruce trees covered in moss. Spruce trees covered in moss. A forest of As
A home garden is often seen as separate from the natural world surrounding it. In truth, it is actually just one part of a larger landscape that is made up of many living layers. And the replacement o
We’re living in the midst of a cocktail renaissance—artisanal cocktails, celebrity mixologists, drinks menus as important as the wine list—and here is a renaissance guide for the home bartender. An in
If you thought a fiddler on a roof was in a precarious position, imagine what happens when a middle-aged professor with a bad back takes up the cello. Ari Goldman hasn’t played in twenty-five years, b
In Trees and Shrubs of the Pacific Northwest, Mark Turner and Ellen Kuhlman cover 568 species of woody plants that can be found in Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, and northern California. The co
