Racehorse Publishing • Fall 2020

Alex Bernstein Miserable Holiday Stories 10 Festive Failures That Are Worse Than Yours!

Ten hilarious short stories for anyone who hates the holidays!

The holiday season is one of laughter, fun, generosity, and time with friends and family . . . or so it’s supposed to be. But we all know that the holiday season can actually be absolutely depressing, no matter how hard we try. So from the wit of humorist Alex Bernstein comes this “miserable” collection of short stories based around Christmas and Hanukkah. Included are titles such as:

•“Blue Christmas” •“K-Rope” •“The Smoking Lounge” •“Brownie Mix” •“The #$@!# Bicycle Boys Save Christmas, Again!” •And more!

No matter what holiday you celebrate, this quirky yet bittersweet compilation will be sure to have you longing for mid-January. Whether you want these tales for yourself or for a loved one you really don’t care about, Miserable Holiday Stories will be sure to have any holiday “realist” prepared for the misery they feel during that blessed holiday season.

Alex Bernstein is a freelance writer in New Jersey and the author of Plrknib. His work has appeared in Corvus, McSweeney’s, Yankee Pot Roast, BluePrintReview, Hobo Pancakes, Gi60, The Rumpus, The Legendary, MONTH: September The Big Jewel, MonkeyBicycle, Swink, Litro, Back Hair Advocate, and $12.99 ($16.99 CAD) Paperback PopImage, among others. World • CQ 30 ISBN: 978-1-63158-581-4 6 x 9 • 224 pages Ebook ISBN 978-1-63158-582-1 Humor/General

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The Brothers Grimm, Grimm's Fairy Tales

A Classic Collection of Fairy Tales with the Timeless Illustrations by Golden-Age Artist Arthur Rackham.

Racehorse for Young Readers’ Children’s Classic Collections is a new series that offers readers timeless compilations of children’s literature. Handsomely packaged and affordable, this new series aims to revitalize these enchanting works and continue the tradition of sharing them with the next generation.

Highlighting the work of Golden Age illustrator Arthur Rackham, this beautiful new edition of Grimm’s Fairy Tales is the perfect gift for any fan of children’s classics. This fantastic collection includes some of the most popular tales ever told, such as:

•Snow White •Rapunzel •Hansel and Gretel •Rumpelstiltskin •And many more!

Whether you’re a collector or just want to share these incredible tales with the young readers in your life, this book will provide readers with countless hours of unforgettable stories and artwork.

Jacob Ludwig Carol Grimm (1785-1863) and Wilhelm Carl Grimm (1786-1859), universally known as 'the brothers Grimm', were born in the MONTH: September German state of Hesse. They were collectors of traditional tales and sought $19.99 ($26.99 CAD) Hardcover to preserve Germany's heritage by assembling them into treasuries. World • CQ 24

ISBN: 978-1-63158-634-7 8 x 10 • 328 pages Arthur Rackham is often considered a primary figure in the Golden Age of book illustration. Born in Lewisham, England, in 1867, Rackham spent the Juvenile Fiction/Fairy Tales & majority of his life dedicated to his career in illustrating. His work has been Folklore/Anthologies featured in some of the most desirable editions of classic works, such as Rip 22 Color Illustrations Van Winkle, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Fairy Tales from the Brothers Grimm, Gulliver’s Travels, Mother Goose, The Wind in the Willows, and many more. He died in 1939 in Limpsfield, Surrey.

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Kay Nielsen East of the Sun and West of the Moon

A Classic Collection of Fairy Tales with the Timeless Illustrations by Golden-Age Artist Kay Nielsen.

Racehorse for Young Readers’ Children’s Classic Collections offers readers timeless compilations of children’s literature. Handsomely packaged and affordable, this new series aims to revitalize these enchanting works and continue the tradition of sharing them with the next generation.

First published in 1910, this compilation of folklore and captivating tales has enchanted readers young and old for well over a century. The stories are accompanied by masterful illustrations by Danish artist Kay Nielsen, known for his iconic style and also for his work on the films Fantasia and The Little Mermaid. The revered and time-honored collection was also included within Andrew Lang's Blue Fairy Book and includes some of the most famous stories of all time:

Included in this edition:

•"Red Riding Hood" •"Hansel and Gretel" •"Rumpelstiltzkin" •"Rapunzel" •"Tom Thumb" •"The Golden Bird" •And Many More!

MONTH: September $19.99 ($26.99 CAD) Hardcover Kay Nielsen was an artist born in in 1886. and unlike his World • CQ 24 contemporaries, he looked to more modern styles such as the influx of ISBN: 978-1-63158-635-4 8 x 10 • 208 pages Japanese art to inspire his work. His distinctive style is best-known for his renowned version of East of the Sun, West of the Moon. World War I greatly Fiction/Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & derailed his career and while he illustrated several books afterwards, he Mythology eventually tried his hand at other pursuits such animation for 24 Color Illustrations Studios. Even though he passed away in 1957, Nielsen was posthumously credited as one of the designers of Disney’s The Little Mermaid.

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Beth Rumbo How to Make Voodoo Dolls A Fun Step-by-Step Guide to Creating String Art Dolls

A fantastically fun handbook for making DIY voodoo dolls: craft with yarn, embroidery floss, pipe cleaners, fabric paint, and more!

This unofficial guide to creating fun voodoo string dolls is the first of its kind in offering step-by-step directions for making these fun and funky charms. Great for kids and adults, these easy-to-make dolls will entertain you for hours with their quirky looks and personalities. How to Make Voodoo Dolls has tons of photographs to lead you through the process of creating these cute, kooky characters, but will also prime your imagination as you start on the way to making your own creations. Learn how to make your favorite ghoulish creatures such as:

•Skeleton •Frankenstein •Werewolf •Dracula •And more!

Just be careful sticking those pins as a final touch!

Beth Rumbo spent years venturing into the creative world of running tutus and voodoo string dolls (VoodooTutu.com). Since she was a little girl, Beth has always been drawn to arts and crafts and even sold homemade tissue paper flowers door-to-door when she was eight years old. In high school and college, Beth continued her passion for art and eventually combined her love MONTH: October of art with her love of running. A dedicated runner and overall outdoor $14.99 ($19.99 CAD) Paperback enthusiast, Beth splits her time between the deserts of Casa Grande, Arizona, WORLD • CQ 36 and the small town of Clark Fork, Idaho. She is married with four grown ISBN: 978-1-63158-410-7 8 x 10 • 128 pages daughters who also share the creative art gene. Ebook ISBN 978-1-63158-418-3 Crafts & Hobbies/Dolls & Doll Clothing Color photographs throughout

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Beth Cox, Natalie Costa, Vicky Barker Know Your Feelings Activities to Help Express Your Emotions!

Help your child handle their emotions through this colorful activity book!

Strong emotions can be a rollercoaster for everyone, especially children. Kids need to learn how to handle their feelings in a way that benefits both them and others, from friends to family to teachers and coaches. Following tried and tested techniques, children will learn how to handle their emotions and interact with others’ emotions. From dealing with friendship wobbles to embarrassing moments and facing the consequences of emotional outbursts, the activities at the heart of this book are designed to help children discover just what they can do to channel all their emotions in a healthy way.

While starting a new school year is an exciting time, it can also be quite daunting. Worrying about going back to school or starting somewhere new is totally normal, whether you're worried about friendships, schoolwork, or something else entirely! Designed to help children find their inner confidence, the Self-Esteem Starters for Kids activity book series is full of practical advice and strategies for dealing with wobbles and worries. The two books are written by inclusivity expert Beth Cox in collaboration with Confidence Coach Natalie Costa, addressing mental health in a positive framework with no shame or blame.

Beth Cox is a children’s book editor and inclusivity expert. She is also the co-founder of Inclusive Minds and Everybody In, working to promote inclusion and diversity in publishing. MONTH: October $6.99 ($8.99 CAD) Paperback Natalie Costa is a confidence coach with over 10 years’ experience in Selected Countries • CQ 48 teaching and education. She is the founder of POWER THOUGHTS, a ISBN: 978-1-63158-625-5 8.5 x 9.5 • 32 pages teaching, coaching and mindfulness based service which is aimed at empowering children to tap into the power of their minds. Juvenile Nonfiction/Social Topics/Emotions & Feelings Vicky Barker is an illustrator, freelance designer, and art director who has Color throughout done work for Usborne Publishing, Catnip Publishing, b small publishing, BOOM! Studios and others. She has illustrated the Stem Starters for Kids series and Geography Geographics for Kids series for Sky Pony Press.

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Beth Cox, Natalie Costa, Vicky Barker Stretch Your Confidence Activities to Boost Your Inner Strength!

Help your child build confidence through this colorful activity book!

Confidence is like a muscle, and everyone’s confidence can benefit from a bit of coaching to stretch and strengthen that muscle. Following tried and tested techniques, children will learn how to build empathy and interact with confidence. From dealing with friendship wobble to embracing mistakes and coping with change, the activities at the heart of this book are designed to help children discover just what they can do.

While starting a new school year is an exciting time, it can also be quite daunting. Worrying about going back to school or starting somewhere new is totally normal, whether you're worried about friendships, schoolwork, or something else entirely! Designed to help children find their inner confidence, the Self-Esteem Starters for Kids activity book series is full of practical advice and strategies for dealing with wobbles and worries. The two books are written by inclusivity expert Beth Cox in collaboration with Confidence Coach Natalie Costa, addressing mental health in a positive framework with no shame or blame.

Beth Cox is a children’s book editor and inclusivity expert. She is also the co-founder of Inclusive Minds and Everybody In, working to promote inclusion and diversity in publishing.

Natalie Costa is a confidence coach with over 10 years’ experience in MONTH: October teaching and education. She is the founder of POWER THOUGHTS, a $6.99 ($8.99 CAD) Paperback teaching, coaching and mindfulness-based service which is aimed at Selected Countries • CQ 48 empowering children to tap into the power of their minds. ISBN: 978-1-63158-624-8 8.5 x 9.5 • 32 pages Vicky Barker is an illustrator, freelance designer, and art director who has Juvenile Nonfiction/Social Topics/Emotions & done work for Usborne Publishing, Catnip Publishing, b small publishing, Feelings BOOM! Studios and others. She has illustrated the Stem Starters for Kids Color throughout series and Geography Geographics for Kids series for Sky Pony Press.

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L. Frank Baum, John R Neill Ozma of

"In the light of 21st-century problems . . . Baum's lessons seem especially relevant."—The New York Times

Originally published over 100 years ago, L. Frank Baum’s beloved series continues to delight and enchant readers today. In the third book of the classic children’s series, makes her return to the fantastical , reuniting with her dear friends the Tinman, , and from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and greeting new friends introduced in .

In , Dorothy is traveling aboard a boat with her , when she is washed overboard in a storm along with a yellow chicken named . When they come ashore and Billina speaks to Dorothy, the young girl realizes that they’ve definitely arrived in a “fairy country”—but it isn’t Oz! After being chased by Wheelers, evil creatures with wheels for hands and feet, Dorothy and Billina meet Tik-Tok, a mechanical man who informs them that they are in the Land of Ev.

Tik-Tok then takes the two to the ruling leader of the land, a vain princess with detachable heads. When Dorothy refuses to give the spoiled royal her head for her collection, the princess throws the girl into her tower dungeon. Luckily, and her Royal Court of Oz are on their way!

This handsome, affordable edition contains original full-color artwork by John R. Neill. Experience a classic in its truest form, and pick up this beautiful new edition of Ozma of Oz. MONTH: October $14.99 ($19.99 CAD) Hardcover

World • CQ 24 L. “Lyman” Frank Baum was an American author and writer of children’s ISBN: 978-1-63158-577-7 6.5 x 8.38 • 352 pages books. He was born in Chittenango, New York, in 1856. Baum started writing Ebook ISBN 978-1-63158-578-4 at an early age; throughout his prolific career, he penned over fifty novels, Juvenile Fiction/Classics eighty short stories, and two hundred poems. In 1900, Baum wrote his most successful work, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, which he shared the copyright for with illustrator W. W. Denslow. The book quickly became a bestseller, and has inspired dozens of popular theater and film adaptations ever since.

John R. Neill was an American illustrator for newspapers and children’s books. He is primarily known for illustrating the Oz books by L. Frank Baum, beginning with the second book of the series, The Marvelous Land of Oz. He continued to illustrate the series after Baum’s death and eventually became the designated “Oz historian,” even writing three books in the series. His illustrations enhanced Baum’s writing, bringing characters and scenery to life.

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Diego Jourdan Pereira Astonishing Bathroom Reader Your No.2 Source to All the Flushing Facts, Jamming Trivia, & Gassy Mysteries of the Universe!

600 pages of fascinating facts about everything from science to history to pop culture

Did you know the longest mountain range on earth is under water? How about the fact that June was named after Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage? If not, don’t worry! You can learn details about these facts and more useful (and useless) trivia in this gigantic collection. With subjects from across the spectrum, read all about the presidents, planets, ball games, and more in six overflowing chapters:

•Gassy Universe •Loaded Science •Jamming History •Clogged Culture •Bursting Sports •Flushing Phenomena

Whether you’re interested in cannibalism, classic movie quotes, or the Milky Way, there is a list, factoid, or timeline for everyone in this epic compendium. You’ll never be bored on the toilet (or in the car or in bed) ever again. Crack open the Astonishing Bathroom Reader and read all about everything you didn’t think you needed to know!

Diego Jourdan Pereira is a world-trotting puzzle designer, and nonfiction writer. Growing up in cannibalism-prone Uruguay, his travels saw him evade a MONTH: November lynching attempt during Bolivia’s Gas Conflict of 2003, dodge bullets in $14.99 ($19.99 CAD) Paperback crime-ridden Buenos Aires (2005), survive the swine flu pandemic (2009), World • CQ 24 endure an 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Chile (2010), sojourn through Easter ISBN: 978-1-63158-589-0 6 x 9 • 600 pages Island in 2011, and travel back in time from Japan in 2015. He currently finds Ebook ISBN 978-1-63158-590-6 himself braving out the 2019 Chilean uprising! Reference/Curiosities & Wonders

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Andrew Lang, Henry J. Ford Prince & Princess Story Book

"Some of the first, and best, stories we ever hear in our lives." —Washington Post

The Prince & Princess Story Book (originally The Book of Princes and Princesses), part of Andrew Lang’s original Fairy Book series, has been admired time and time again, enchanting readers with its carefully crafted prose and eclectic assortment of true historical tales, written by Leonora Lang, Andrew Lang’s wife, and featuring rulers from all across history. Originally published in 1908, this collection of celebrated figures has stood the test of time. Some of the famous stories included are:

•Napoleon •The Red Rose •The White Rose •Frederick and Wilhelmine •The Troubles of the Princess Elizabeth •And more!

This beautiful edition comes complete with the original illustrations by Golden Age Illustrator Henry J. Ford, and is the perfect gift to pass on these timeless classics to the next generation of readers and dreamers.

The imaginations of children throughout time have been formed and nurtured by stories passed down from generation to generation. Of the countless genres of stories, fairy tales often conjure the most vivid fantastical worlds and ideas, which cultivate creativity and bring elements of magic back MONTH: November into the real world. The Fairy Books, and its subsequent collections, compiled $14.99 ($19.99 CAD) Hardcover by famous Scottish novelist and poet Andrew Lang, are widely considered World • CQ 24 among some of the best collections ever compiled. ISBN: 978-1-63158-571-5 6.5 x 8.375 • 384 pages Ebook ISBN 978-1-63158-572-2 Juvenile Fiction/Fairy Tales & Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, as well as a Folklore/Anthologies well-known collector of fairy tales. He was born in Selkirk, Scotland. Throughout his lifetime, he wrote, edited, collected, or contributed to more than 150 works, most notable of which are his Fairy Books. He died on July 20th, 1912, at age 68.

Henry J. Ford was an esteemed, prolific artist and illustrator from England, who developed his talent during the period known as the Golden Age of illustration. He was catapulted into the public eye upon providing illustrations for Andrew Lang’s Fairy Books. His fame and success peaked when his art was featured in works by C. R. L Fletcher and Rudyard Kipling. He continued to illustrate classic works until he died in 1941.

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Andrew Lang, Henry J. Ford Animal Story Book Complete and Unabridged

"Some of the first, and best, stories we ever hear in our lives." —Washington Post

The Animal Story Book, part of Andrew Lang’s original Fairy Book series, has been admired time and time again, enchanting readers with its carefully crafted prose and eclectic assortment of tales, featuring animals from land, sea, and air, from the domesticated dog and parrot to the wild lion and dolphin. Originally published in 1896, this collection of celebrated tales has stood the test of time. Some of the famous stories included are:

•The Story of Androcles and the Lion •The War Horse of Alexander •The Adventures of Pyramus •Two Highland Dogs •The Ship of the Desert •The Otter Who was Reared by a Cat •Stories from Pliny •And more!

This beautiful edition comes complete with the original illustrations by Golden Age Illustrator Henry J. Ford, and is the perfect gift to pass on these timeless classics to the next generation of readers and dreamers.

The imaginations of children throughout time have been formed and nurtured by stories passed down from generation to generation. Of the countless genres of stories, fairy tales often conjure the most vivid fantastical MONTH: November worlds and ideas, which cultivate creativity and bring elements of magic back $14.99 ($19.99 CAD) Hardcover into the real world. The Fairy Books, and its subsequent collections, compiled World • CQ 24 by famous Scottish novelist and poet Andrew Lang, are widely considered ISBN: 978-1-63158-573-9 6.5 x 8.375 • 384 pages among some of the best collections ever compiled. Ebook ISBN 978-1-63158-574-6 Juvenile Fiction/Fairy Tales & Folklore/Anthologies Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, as well as a well-known collector of fairy tales. He was born in Selkirk, Scotland. Throughout his lifetime, he wrote, edited, collected, or contributed to more than 150 works, most notable of which are his Fairy Books. He died on July 20th, 1912, at age 68.

Henry J. Ford was an esteemed, prolific artist and illustrator from England, who developed his talent during the period known as the Golden Age of illustration. He was catapulted into the public eye upon providing illustrations for Andrew Lang’s Fairy Books. His fame and success peaked when his art was featured in works by C. R. L Fletcher and Rudyard Kipling. He continued to illustrate classic works until he died in 1941.

10 Index

A Animal Story Book, The, 10 Astonishing Bathroom Reader, 8

E East of the Sun and West of the Moon, 3

G Grimm’s Fairy Tales, 2

H How to Make Voodoo Dolls, 4

K Know Your Feelings, 5

M Miserable Holiday Stories, 1

O Ozma of Oz, 7

P Pink Fairy Book, The, 10 Prince & Princess Story Book, The, 9

S Stretch Your Confidence, 6