Where They Create

The successful weblog Where They Create documents studios where creativity takes place by showing the work of interior photographer Paul Barbera. Now it's time to make a book. Where they Create captur

It’s the week before Christmas in Tinsel Town, and the Edgerton Mall isn’t exactly full of holiday cheer, despite its two Santas. The mall is a fossil of an industry in decline; many of its stores are

A love worth fighting for? Julie and Rob McDowell couldn't imagine life without each other. Until a tragic accident tore their family?and their marriage?apart. For four years they've been living separ

An irresistible and browsable guide to the lives, deaths, and final resting places of the world's most influential figures.This unparalleled compilation of profiles of the deceased—from Abbott and Cos

The author of the acclaimed biography of President James Polk, A Country of Vast Designs, offers a fresh, playful, and challenging way of playing “Rating the Presidents,” by pitching historians’ views

The fame, the shame and how life changed: American Idol: Where Are They Now?, Tenth Anniversary Edition, catches up with ALL 134 TOP 12 finalists from the talent show that became a star-making phenome

The author of several blockbuster novels, Emily Giffin's Where We Belong delivers an unforgettable story of two women, the families that make them who they are, and the longing, loyalty and love that

When her tiara goes missing on the night of her father's ball, Princess Sofia and her friends search through progressively smaller spreads that create the illusion that they are journeying through Sof

A sequel to Beneath the Glitter finds Ava and Sophia London catapulted to stardom after a very public arrest launches their brand and prompts a visit to New York City, where they combat rivals through

The author of five blockbuster novels, Emily Giffin, delivers an unforgettable story of two women, the families that make them who they are, and the longing, loyalty and love that binds them together

Award-winning author and illustrator create a vibrant story that celebrates magic and dreams In this gorgeously illustrated picture book, explore the hidden world of giants, mermaids, goblins, and all

A sequel to critically acclaimed THE NEDDIAD told from the point of view of Ned's friend, IggyLa Brea Woman is missing. Valentino, too. The ghosts of Los Angeles are disappearing right and left!Iggy B

How on earth did 'with bells on' come to express enthusiasm? Why is good health compared to a small stringed instrument? ('As fit as a fiddle.') And what do pickles have to do with quandaries? Let's n

Examines a variety of vehicles and the places where they can park, including a car in a garage, a bus at a bus station, and a truck at a truck stop.

Explore the most amazing wonders of the ancient world!More than 2,000 years ago, travelers wrote about the incredible sights they saw while on their journeys. They told tales of hanging gardens that w

Young readers will delight in the realistic and literal interpretations of where some of our most favorite animals live. Humans love to put their feet up at home after a long day--whether they're in a house, apartment, or cabin. Well, even animals have their own particular homes. Otters kick it on a couch, lions retreat to their dens, and pigeons (the city dwellers that they are) call lofts their home.Where we live is a part of us.

This exciting debut in graphic novel format tells the childhood stories of literary legends including Maya Angelou, Roald Dahl, and Sandra Cisnernos. Perfect for fans of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls and Brazen: Rebel Ladies Who Rocked the World.What makes a writer? What inspires them? Where do their stories come from? Striking illustrations and a popular graphic novel format bring to life this anthology of literary legends and their childhoods. Featuring beloved authors such as Maya Angelou, C.S. Lewis, Gene Luen Yang and J.K. Rowling, these stories capture the childhood triumphs, failures, and inspirations that predated their careers.Children ages ten and up will see themselves in these humanized portraits and wonder if they, too, might have it in them to write. A celebration of creativity, this collective graphic biography is sprinkled throughout with writing wisdom and inspiring quotes.

Bestselling author Peter Shankman shows you how to create fanatically loyal customers who convert everyone they meet

A fascinating guided tour of the complex, fast-moving, and influential world of algorithms?what they are, why they’re such powerful predictors of human behavior, and where they’re headed next. Algori

Who can say with absolute certainty where people go when they disappear? Do we go to the same place that lost socks go to? Or do we perhaps evaporate into the skies like puddles? Children ask big ques

In this stylish and sturdy pop-up story, five little tadpoles hatch from their eggs, but their mother is nowhere to be found. They set off to find her—but how will they recognize her? What does she lo

How do some people make good things happen and bounce back from setbacks? Why do they lead happier, healthier, more productive lives? It’s because they have hope—not because of luck, or intelligence,

Follow the classic kid detectives Scooby, Shaggy, Fred, Velma and Daphne, as they travel around in the Mystery Machine van, getting into trouble and hopefully solving some crimes along the way.

This is a doodling book for children ages 6-10 filled with pictures they can complete, color, and create, as well as simple “find the hidden word” puzzles, mazes, and crossword puzzles. Th

When Danzy Senna’s parents got married in 1968, they seemed poised to defy history. They were two brilliant young American writers from wildly divergent backgrounds—a white woman with a b

The lovable underdog Lewis Barnavelt and his best friend Rose Rita are at it again—investigating the curious (and possibly supernatural?) goings-on in their town of New Zebedee. They get more than the

PRAISE FOR It's Not Where You Start, It's Where You Finish!"Along her journey, [Hennessy-Ortega] has inspired, motivated, and encouraged thousands of women to believe they too can turn their dreams an

The Principles Always WorkIf You Work the PrinciplesGet ready to transform yourself for success. Jack Canfield, cocreator of the phenomenal bestselling Chicken Soup for the SoulR series, turns to the principles he's studied, taught, and lived for more than 30 years in this practical and inspiring guide that will help any aspiring person get from where they are to where they want to be.The Success Principles? will teach you how to increase your confidence, tackle daily challenges, live with passion and purpose, and realize all your ambitions. Not merely a collection of good ideas, this book spells out the 64 timeless principles used by successful men and women throughout history. And the fundamentals are the same for all people and all professions -- even if you're currently unemployed. It doesn't matter if your goals are to be the top salesperson in your company, become a leading architect, score straight A's in school, lose weight, buy your dream home, or make millions of dollars?the

Reputation is power. Your reputation defines how people see you and what they will do for you. It determines whether your bank will lend you money to buy a house or car; whether your landlord will ac

Which books do young learners want to read again and again? The books they make themselves, of course! Adorable class-made books, such as ?Ding-Dong! Who’s at the Door?” for letter Dd and ?Meet Our Mo

Kids grow up in the blink of an eye, so before they do, take advantage of every moment with 366 ideas for making unforgettable family memories—from deciding where to go on vacation by throwing a dart

Imagine a world in which the excess energy from one business would be used to heat another. Where buildings need less and less energy around the world, and where “regenerative” commercial buildings –

Enrich your social studies curriculum with this collection of engaging activities. Students host a historical ""dinner party,"" assemble an instant messenger buddy list, create a Preamble mobile and a

One American in ten tells the other nine how to vote, where to eat, and what to buy. They areThe InfluentialsWho are they? The most influential Americans -- the ones who tell their neighbors what to

Billy, Old Dan and Little Ann -- a Boy and His Two Dogs...A loving threesome, they ranged the dark hills and river bottoms of Cherokee country. Old Dan had the brawn, Little Ann had the brains -- and

Decodables are the cornerstone of a Science of Reading-aligned program! Full-color decodable stories, reading comprehension activities, and phonics activities give students the extra support they need to become good readers!Decodable Stories and Phonics Activities, Level B, grades 1-2 includes 12 robust units and word games that align to Science of Reading and feature these word families: -and, -atch, -ack, -est, -ell, -ent, -ink, -ick, -og, -ock, -um, -unkEach unit includes: An activity page that introduces six decodable word family words, sight words, and additional words from the storyAn illustrated story that features the word family words and sight words that were just introducedReading comprehension activitiesWriting activitiesA "slide and read" word slider with up to 10 word family wordsWord GamesThree 4-in-a-row word games feature two word families each and include: 5 different game boardsA caller's boardCaller's cardsA game cover (to put on the envelope or container where the

A heartwarming book that reminds little ones how a parent's love is always with them, even when they're apart. Includes a high-quality wooden heart for little ones to take with them wherever they go! Being away from a parent can be difficult for a child, and this heartwarming book can help make that transition just a little easier. This sweet celebration of love that features simple, rhyming text reminds little ones how a parent's love is always with them, no matter where they are. Includes a high-quality wooden heart for children to take wherever they go as a tangible reminder of that love!

Visit the hospital with Spot in this informative lift-the-flap board book! Join Spot and his friends as they go to the hospital to visit Tom, who has hurt his leg. The hospital is a busy place, and when the group reaches the children's ward, it seems that Spot has disappeared! Where has he gone? With bold, simple design, and plenty of humor, this Spot adventure is full of unexpected lift-the-flap surprises and all the fun that has made the original Where's Spot? a children's classic.

The antidote to overscheduling and feeling like your days aren’t your own, Happier Hour reframes your time around life’s happiest moments to build days that aren’t just full―but fulfilling.Our most precious resource isn’t money. It’s time. We are allotted just twenty-four hours a day, and we live in a culture that keeps us feeling “time poor” ―like we never have enough. Since we can’t add more hours to the day, how can we experience our lives as richer? Is it possible to spend our days so they aren’t just full, but are fulfilling?Based on her wildly popular MBA class at UCLA, Professor Cassie Holmes demonstrates how to immediately improve our lives by changing how we perceive and invest our time. Happier Hour provides empirically based insights and easy-to-implement tools that will allow you to:- Optimally spend your hours and feel confident in those choices- Sidestep distractions- Create and savor moments of joy- Design your schedule with purpose- Look back on your years without regre

Go on an exciting adventure to the seashore, onto a boat, to an island, and beyond in this vibrantly illustrated, educational, and interactive lift-the-flap children's storybook.Plum and her little brother Robin take a stroll to the seashore on a warm summer day to discover seashells, plants, and birds, but they soon find much more to explore! After sightseeing at the port, where there are seagulls and boats in the harbor, they sail across the bay to an island where they visit a lighthouse.With Plum and Robin as guides, children will identify sea creatures like sea turtles, sardines, and jellyfish and learn how to observe beach wildlife in a safe, fun, and educational way. This colorful and entertaining exploration of the sea teaches children about a variety of ecological topics―and ways they can help reduce the impact of climate change on oceans today―in a fun and thoughtful way.