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RP MINIS Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Gal Conor Riordan, Gemma Correll

Summary You know the Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy. Now, meet his cheerful, dancing friend: Tube GAL!

SPECIFICATIONS: 18-inch waving purple tube gal with fan in base to make her dance, wiggle, and shake (batteries not included) PERFECT GIFT: A hilarious, cheerful gift for every birthday, white elephant party, or holiday! INCLUDES MINI BOOK: Includes 32-page mini book exploring the origins and ethos of Tulip the Tube Gal and her totally tubular family MANY USES: Bring a little bit of joy to your desk, dorm room, or bedside table

RP Minis PLEASE NOTE: This product can be powered by a 9-volt battery or by a specific AC adapter. (Battery nor AC 9780762473465 adapter included with purchase.) Please read and follow the instructions included in the box to ensure optimal Pub Date: 9/7/21 performance. $16.50 CAD Paperback If using a battery: 32 Pages Humor / Topic A rechargable Ni-MH battery is recommended for best performance and is a more cost-effective 3 in H | 2.5 in W | 1.9 in T alternative to a common Alkaline (single-use) battery. If using an Alkaline battery, it must be NEW. Refer to product information sheet included in box for recommended brands. DO NOT use a Carbon-Zinc battery (often labeled "Heavy-Duty")...

Contributor Bio Conor Riordan is a proposal manager who moonlights as a sport, pop-culture, and animal aficionado. He enjoys a wacky life in Philadelphia with his wife, son, and dachshund.

Gemma Correll is a cartoonist, writer, and illustrator. She is the author of A Pug's Guide to Etiquette, The

Richard Simmons Talking Bobblehead With Sound! Robb Pearlman

Summary RP Minis 9780762475384 Find inspiration for wellness, confidence, and hope with this official, one-of-a-kind talking Pub Date: 9/14/21 bobblehead of the world's favorite fitness guru, . Set includes: $16.50 CAD Paperback SPECIFICATIONS: 3 inch Richard Simmons bobblehead figure on a base 32 Pages AUTHENTIC AUDIO: Says 10 unique motivational messages in the inimitable voice of Simmons himself. Humor / Topic Lines include "This is so much fun!" "You can do it!" and "You know you're worth it!" 3.5 in H | 2.5 in W BONUS BOOK: 32-page book features full-color photos and more inspirational quotes PERFECT GIFT: A uniquely motivational gift OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectible

Contributor Bio Richard Simmons is a motivational speaker, fitness instructor, TV personality, gym owner, recording artist, restaurateur, and author.

Robb Pearlman is the author of many pop culture books, including The Bob Ross Cookbook, Bob Ross and Peapod the Squirrel, Star Trek: Body by Starfleet, and Pink is for Boys. He lives in New Jersey.

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RP MINIS The Golden : Stylized Finger Puppets Michelle Morgan, Disney Publishing Worldwide

Summary Bring your favorite scenes from to life with this one-of-a-kind set of finger puppets featuring Dorothy, Rose, Blanche, and Sophia! RP Minis 9780762471317 Pub Date: 9/7/21 SPECIFICATIONS: Four mini finger puppets of Dorothy, Blanche, Rose, and Sophia; in flexible PVC $19.50 CAD CHARMING DISPLAY: Can't get enough of the hilarious housemates from ? Display these figures in Paperback your home or office to for an instant dose of happiness 48 Pages BOOK INCLUDED: 48-page A-to-Z guide to The Golden Girls, with full-color photographs throughout Antiques & Collectibles / PERFECT GIFT: A unique gift for fans Figurines OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectible 3 in H | 2.5 in W Contributor Bio Michelle Morgan is the author of many Hollywood-related books, including The Mammoth Book of and The Girl: Marilyn Monroe, The Seven Year Itch, and the Birth of an Unlikely Feminist. She lives in Northamptonshire, England.

Disney Publishing Worldwide (DPW) is one of the world's largest children's publishing brands, igniting imagination through storytelling in ever-inventive ways. As part of the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products segment, DPW brings the magic of 's powerful brands and franchises, including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, ESPN, , and National Geographic, to fans around the world.

Harry Potter Divination Crystal Ball Lights Up! Donald Lemke

Summary This officially licensed, finely detailed light-up collectible replica of the crystal ball from Hogwarts RP Minis School of Witchcraft and Wizardry's divination class is a perfect gift for fans of the Wizarding World. 9780762474905 Pub Date: 9/21/21 SPECIFICATIONS: Mini crystal ball set on an intricately designed elephant base; ball and base are $18.50 CAD approximately 3 inches tall Paperback LIGHTS UP: Ball illuminates when light switch is turned on 48 Pages BOOK INCLUDED: Set includes mini book of quotes and behind-the-scenes information from the Harry Performing Arts / Film Potter films, featuring full-color photography throughout 3 in H | 2.5 in W PERFECT GIFT: A unique gift for fans of the wizarding world OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectible

Contributor Bio Donald Lemke has penned more than 100 books featuring some of today's most popular characters, including Batman, Superman, Scooby-Doo, Harry Potter, and more. He lives in St. Paul, .

About Wizarding World More than two decades ago, a young Harry Potter was whisked onto Platform 9¾ at King's Cross Station, and readers everywhere were swept along with him into a magical universe, created by J.K. Rowling. In the years since, the seven Harry Potter bestsellers have inspired eight blockbuster movies, an award-winning stage play, and, more recently, the start of the Fantastic Beasts five-film series. People of all ages have been enthralled by these extraordinary adventures, set within an expanding universe, inspired by the vision of J.K. Rowling. For today's growing worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, the Wizarding World welcomes everyone to explore more of this magical universe - past, present and future. The Wizarding World also provides fans with an instant, trusted kite-mark of quality and authenticity.

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RP MINIS Harry Potter Screaming Mandrake With Sound! Donald Lemke

Summary An officially licensed collectible replica of the unforgettable mandrake root from Hogwarts School of RP Minis Witchcraft and Wizardry's herbology class. Complete with sound of the plant's cry, this is a perfect 9780762474776 gift for fans of the Wizarding World. Pub Date: 9/7/21 $18.50 CAD SPECIFICATIONS: Mini replica of the mandrake potted plant; Plays audio of mandrake cry when pulled up Paperback from the pot; Measures 3 inches 2 Pages AUTHENTIC AUDIO: Includes mandrake cry as heard in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Performing Arts / Film IDENTIFICATION CARD INCLUDED: An illustrated description card provides essential information on the 3 in H | 2.5 in W mandrake PERFECT GIFT: A unique gift for fans of the wizarding world OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectible

Contributor Bio Donald Lemke has penned more than 100 books featuring some of today's most popular characters, including Batman, Superman, Scooby-Doo, Harry Potter, and more. He lives in St. Paul, Minnesota.

About Wizarding World More than two decades ago, a young Harry Potter was whisked onto Platform 9¾ at King's Cross Station, and readers everywhere were swept along with him into a magical universe, created by J.K. Rowling. In the years since, the seven Harry Potter bestsellers have inspired eight blockbuster movies, an award-winning stage play, and, more recently, the start of the Fantastic Beasts five-film series. People of all ages have been enthralled by these extraordinary adventures, set within an expanding universe, inspired by the vision of J.K. Rowling. For today's growing worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, the Wizarding World welcomes everyone to explore more of this magical universe - past, present and future. The Wizarding World also provides fans with an instant, trusted kite-mark of quality and authenticity.

The Princess Bride Inigo Montoya Talking Bust Princess Bride LTD, Gary Sundt

Summary Celebrate your favorite swordsman from The Princess Bride with the Inigo Montoya Talking Bust, an RP Minis officially licensed collectible figurine featuring iconic quotes from the beloved film. 9780762474400 Pub Date: 10/19/21 OFFICIALLY LICENSED: This Inigo Montoya bust is officially licensed with the celebrated film The Princess $18.50 CAD Paperback Bride. ONE-OF-A-KIND INIGO MONTOYA COLLECTIBLE: This unique, full-color, molded likeness of Inigo Montoya 48 Pages Performing Arts / Film is mounted on a handsome base, emblazoned with his name, and plays some of the character's most 3 in H | 2.5 in W iconic lines. FEATURES SOUND CLIPS FROM THE FILM: The molded figurine plays 7 classic lines at the push of a button, including phrases like: Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die. You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means. And more!

INCLUDES BONUS BOOK: An accompanying 32-page mini book features a behind-the-scenes history of the making of The Princess Bride, alongside still images from the film. PERFECT GIFT: This beautifully packaged figurine is an ideal gift for any fan of The Princess Bride and Inigo Montoya's cutting remarks.

Contributor Bio The Princess Bride LTD. is the official licensor for the beloved classic film The Princess Bride.

Gary Sundt is a writer, producer, and director based in .

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RP MINIS BuzzFeed Magnets BuzzFeed, Jessica Oleson Moore

Summary Take your vocabulary from uninspired to iconic with BuzzFeed Magnets!

Celebrate BuzzFeed's iconic yellow badges, with words like LOL, OMG, hangry, lit, legit, shook, slay, cute, RP Minis #blessed, and more. 9780762473953 Pub Date: 9/7/21 SPECIFICATIONS: Includes 50 3/4-inch BuzzFeed badge magnets featuring a variety of acronyms and $12.50 CAD Paperback catchphrases BOOK INCLUDED: Mini guide book with definitions of the phrases and lingo 56 Pages PERFECT GIFT: A must-have collectible set for BuzzFeed fans Humor / Topic OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic BuzzFeed merchandise 3 in H | 2.5 in W

Contributor Bio BuzzFeed is the leading independent digital media company delivering news and entertainment to hundreds of millions of people around the world. They are headquartered in New York with an entertainment studio based in Los Angeles.

Jessie Oleson Moore is a writer, illustrator, and recipe developer. She has written for Serious Eats, Craftsy.com, New Mexico magazine, and more. She is the author of CakeSpy Presents Sweet Treats for a Sugar-Filled Life, The Secret Lives of Baked Goods, Stuff Unicorns Love, and The Unicorn Coloring Book, among others. Jessie lives in Philadelphia.

Dungeons & Dragons: Bag of Holding Magnet Set Brenna Dinon

Summary An officially-licensed, collectible magnet set inspired by the Bag of Holding from Dungeons & Dragons

It’s larger on the inside! Carry all your equipment, weapons, items, and more with this official Dungeons & Dragons magnet set. RP Minis 9780762475902 UNIQUE MAGNETS: A collection of 30 magnets featuring an assortment of both rare and common items, Pub Date: 9/21/21 objects, and equipment found in the game $12.50 CAD Paperback MINIATURE BAG OF HOLDING: A special felt "Bag of Holding" perfect for keeping all your magnets safe and in one place 32 Pages Antiques & Collectibles / ILLUSTRATED MINI BOOK INCLUDED: Discover the secrets that the Bag of Holding might be hiding with Popular Culture this inventory book and learn more about the unique objects and equipment you'll find inside 3 in H | 2.5 in W PERFECT GIFT FOR D&D FANS: Display on a shelf, desk, or bookcase and show off your love of Dungeons & Dragons OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic Dungeons & Dragons collectible

Dungeons & Dragons, D&D, their respective logos, and the dragon ampersand, are registered trademarks of Wizards of the Coast LLC. ©2021 Wizards of the Coast. All rights reserved. Contributor Bio Dungeons & Dragons launched the great tradition of roleplaying games in 1974 with an unprecedented mix of adventure and strategy, dice-rolling, and storytelling. Wizards of the Coast continues to honor that tradition, bringing to market a diverse range of D&D game and entertainment experiences and influencing numerous writers, directors, and game designers by tapping into an innate human need to gather with and tell an exciting story together.

Brenna Dinon is a writer living in Philadelphia, PA. Her work focuses on occult and fantastical short fiction, creative non-fiction, and script writing. Outside of writing, Brenna reads from her never-ending "To Be Read" Running Press Fall 2021 Frontlist - June 2021 Page 4

RP MINIS Dungeons & Dragons: Mini Dice Dungeon Brenna Dinon

Summary Keep your dice in-line with this official Dungeons & Dragons mini Dice Dungeon!

Punish or put your dice in a time-out when they roll critical fails or put your friends (and yourself) in danger with the Mini Dice Dungeon.

LIGHT-UP DICE DUNGEON: Includes a 3 inch mini dungeon with LED light feature in red, green, or blue SPECIAL BRANDED D20: A translucent d20 branded with the D&D ampersand for the 20 RP Minis 9780762475919 ILLUSTRATED MINI BOOK INCLUDED: With tips, advice, and the basics of dice care, and tear-out shame Pub Date: 11/2/21 cards $18.50 CAD PERFECT GIFT FOR D&D FANS: Display on a shelf, desk, or bookcase and show off your love of Dungeons Paperback & Dragons 48 Pages OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic Dungeons & Dragons collectible Antiques & Collectibles / Popular Culture Dungeons & Dragons, D&D, their respective logos, and the dragon ampersand, are registered trademarks of 3 in H | 2.5 in W Wizards of the Coast LLC. ©2021 Wizards of the Coast. All rights reserved. Contributor Bio Dungeons & Dragons launched the great tradition of roleplaying games in 1974 with an unprecedented mix of adventure and strategy, dice-rolling, and storytelling. Wizards of the Coast continues to honor that tradition, bringing to market a diverse range of D&D game and entertainment experiences and influencing numerous writers, directors, and game designers by tapping into an innate human need to gather with friends and tell an exciting story together.

Brenna Dinon is a writer living in Philadelphia, PA. Her work focuses on occult and fantastical short fiction, creative non-fiction, and script writing. Outside of writing, Brenna reads from her never-ending "To Be Read" pile, shares her work at local open mics, and collaborates with her indie filmmaker partner on various projects. She can be found on and Instagram @brennadinon.

Christmas with Elvis Bobblehead With music! Robert K. Elder

Summary RP Minis Celebrate the season with a singing mini bobblehead of the King of Rock 'n Roll! 9780762469758 Pub Date: 9/7/21 SPECIFICATIONS: includes a 3-1/2 inch Elvis bobblehead figure on base $19.50 CAD PLAYS MUSIC: hear Elvis singing the chorus from three classic Christmas carols at the push of a button: Paperback "The First Noel," "Silent Night," and "O Little Town of Bethlehem" 48 Pages BOOK INCLUDED: 2-1/2 x 3 inch, 48-page book, featuring behind-the-scenes stories and trivia, Music / Genres & Styles accompanied by full-color illustrations and photos throughout 3 in H | 2.5 in W PERFECT STOCKIING STUFFER: This unique bobblehead collectible is a perfect holiday gift for Elvis fans everywhere OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectible

ELVIS™ and ELVIS PRESLEY™ are trademarks of ABG EPE IP LLC Rights of Publicity and Persona Rights: Elvis Presley Enterprises, LLC © 2021 ABG EPE IP LLC elvis.com Contributor Bio Robert K. Elder is the author of several books, including Read Your Partner Like a Book, The Mixtape of My Life, and Hidden Hemingway. His work has appeared in , the Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, Salon.com, and many other publications. He has worked for Sun-Times Media and Crain Communications, and is the founder of Odd Hours Media. He lives and writes in Chicago.

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RP MINIS A Charlie Brown Christmas: Book and Tree Kit With music! Charles M. Schulz

Summary RP Minis Nurture your very own “Charlie Brown Christmas Tree” with A Charlie Brown Christmas: A 9780762473748 Book-and-Tree Kit Pub Date: 9/7/21 $19.50 CAD SPECIFICATIONS: includes a 5 inch mini replica of the Charlie Brown pathetic tree on a base, along with a Paperback 3/4 inch red bulb ornament 72 Pages PLAYS MUSIC: plays the instrumental version of “Christmas Time Is Here” Performing Arts / Animation BOOK INCLUDED: 2-1/2 x 3 inch, 72-page illustrated mini book version of A Charlie Brown Christmas 3 in H | 2.5 in W | 2 in T PERFECT STOCKIING STUFFER: A perfect holiday gift for A Charlie Brown Christmas fans of all ages OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectible

© 2021 Peanuts Worldwide LLC. “Christmas Time Is Here” Composed by Vince Guaraldi and Lee Mendelson Used by permission of Lee Mendelson Film Productions, Inc. (BMI)

Contributor Bio Charles M. Schulz's (1922-2000) Peanuts comic strip debuted in 1950 and went on to become the most widely read comic strip in the world, with an audience of 355 million people in 75 countries. It ran in 2,600 newspapers and was published in 21 languages.

Die Hard Christmas Ornament Lights Up! Running Press

Summary Celebrate the holidays with this officially licensed Die Hard light-up ornament featuring John McClane.

SPECIFICATIONS: 2 x 3 inch ornament commemorating the classic scene of Die Hard star John McClane in the air ducts of the Nakatomi building RP Minis LIGHTS UP: Lighter in McClane's hand illuminates 9780762474868 Pub Date: 10/5/21 BONUS BOOK: Featuring full-color graphics and quotes from Die Hard throughout $16.50 CAD PERFECT GIFT: Fans will love the ornament celebrating the film that has become a Christmastime staple Paperback OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectible 32 Pages Performing Arts / Film Contributor Bio 3 in H | 2.5 in W | 2 in T Miniature Editions are brought to you by the Editors of Running Press.

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RP MINIS Divination A Little Introduction to Tarot, Runes, Tea Leaves, and More Ivy O'Neil

Summary Discover the world of divining the future in this enchanted, illustrated introduction to the magical art of fortune telling.

Uncover your own inherent magical powers as you explore the mystical realm of divination. Learn to read the signs of what the future holds through introductory chapters and sample rituals using tarot and playing cards, tea leaves, runes, and more. Explore the future and expand your magical practice in this illustrated mini guide RP Minis to these ancient arts. 9780762473298 Pub Date: 9/7/21 $8.50 CAD Contributor Bio Hardcover Ivy O'Neil is a writer, occultist, and witch living in . 128 Pages Body, Mind & Spirit / Divination 3 in H | 2.5 in W

The Witches' Wealth Spell Book For Abundance and Prosperity Cerridwen Greenleaf

Summary Attain wealth, prosperity, and abundance with The Witches' Wealth Spell Book

Add a little bit of magic to your daily life with this pocket-sized guide for spell casters of all levels. With spells and incantations for wealth, success, prosperity, and more, this charming collection is perfect for anyone with a penchant for the magical. RP Minis 9780762499434 Pub Date: 9/7/21 Contributor Bio $8.50 CAD Cerridwen Greenleaf has worked with many of the leading lights of the spirituality world including Starhawk, Hardcover Z Budapest, John Michael Greer, Christopher Penczak, Raymond Buckland, Luisah Teish, and many more. She 160 Pages teaches herbal, crystal, and candle magic workshops throughout North America. A bestselling author, Body, Mind & Spirit / Greenleaf's books include The Practical Witch's Spell Book, Moon Spell Magic, The Book of Kitchen Witchery, Witchcraft The Magic of Crystals and Gems, and the Witches' Spell Book series. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. 3 in H | 2.5 in W

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RP MINIS Chakras A Little Introduction to the Seven Energy Centers Nikki Van De Car

Summary Discover the essential power of the seven chakras, including their colors, sounds, and key rituals, in this beautifully illustrated mini guidebook.

Get to know your seven energy centers -- muladhara, svadisthana, mapura, anahata, vishuddha, ajna, and sahasrara --in this enchanted introduction to the world of chakras. From the earthiness of the root chakra to RP Minis the warmth of the solar plexus, explore the body's energetic focal points and bring balance to your wellness 9780762473304 Pub Date: 9/7/21 practice. Gain inspiration as you learn the crystals, essential oils, and meditations that activate and calm each $8.50 CAD chakra in the full-color, illustrated mini book. Hardcover

128 Pages Contributor Bio Body, Mind & Spirit / Nikki Van De Car is a blogger, mother, writer, crafter, and lover of all things mystical. She is the author of Mysticism numerous books on magic and crafting, including Practical Magic, Wellness Witch, and The Junior Witch's 3 in H | 2.5 in W Handbook, and is the founder of two popular knitting blogs. Nikki lives with her family in Hawaii.

Take a Number! A Tiny Ticket Dispenser Mollie Thomas

Summary RP Minis Next time you're up to your neck in nagging requests, emails, and meeting invites, give your 9780762473755 coworkers a (not-so-subtle) hint: Take a Number! Pub Date: 10/12/21 $16.50 CAD SPECIFICATIONS: Includes a mini butcher counter-style "take a number" system with 100 paper tickets, Paperback plus a digital number board to display the number currently being served 40 Pages INCLUDES MINI BOOK: Enjoy an illustrated mini book outlining how to tackle common office distractions, Humor / Topic like Carol from accounting asking if you saw last night's episode of Dancing with the Stars 3 in H | 2.5 in W PERFECT OFFICE GIFT: Whether it's for your boss, the office White Elephant party, or your busy coworker's birthday, this is a hilarious novelty item that's sure to delight! REALLY WORKS! As functional as it is funny and adorable, this tiny ticket dispenser might actually help you keep requests at bay

Contributor Bio Mollie Thomas is a copywriter and editor living in Traverse City, Michigan. She received her MA in Writing, Literature and Publishing from Emerson College.

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RP MINIS Cat-a-Pult They fly! Sarah Royal

Summary Launch mini into the air with this fun desktop game with a cat lover's twist! RP Minis 9780762473724 SPECIFICATIONS: Includes a 3-1/2 x 1-1/2 inch mini cat-a-pult, 3 1-inch cats, and bullseye landing mat Pub Date: 10/5/21 PORTABLE: Small size allows for some cat flying fun anytime, anywhere $12.50 CAD Paperback PURRFECT GIFT FOR CAT LOVERS: Makes a great gag gift or self-purchase for feline fans BOOK INCLUDED: Instructional mini book with full-color illustrations 32 Pages Pets / Cats 3.8 in H | 3 in W | 2 in T | Contributor Bio 0.2 lb Wt Sarah Royal is the author of the bestselling book Creative Cursing and Thou Spleeny Swag-Bellied Miscreant. She lives in and drinks gin like it's catnip.

Desktop Skatepark Crush your daily grind! Donald Lemke

Summary Desktop Skatepark has everything you need to assemble a miniature skatepark and do some fingerboarding right at your desk!

MINI SKATEBOARD: Includes 1-1/2 inch mini skateboard with movable wheels ONE-OF-A-KIND MINI SKATEPARK PIECES: A mini quarterpipe and funbox--includes a bank ramp, stair set, grind rail, and wave ramp RP Minis 9780762475292 CUSTOMIZABLE: Incudes 2 sheets of full-color stickers to deck out your board Pub Date: 10/19/21 BOOK INCLUDED: Instructional mini book on fingerboarding, accompanied by full-color illustrations $12.50 CAD Paperback

56 Pages Sports & Recreation / Contributor Bio Skateboarding Donald Lemke is a children's book editor and writer, who has penned more than 100 books for young readers. 3 in H | 2.5 in W | 2 in T He lives in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT Remember to Sparkle! The Wit & Wisdom of Richard Simmons Richard Simmons, Robb Pearlman

Summary Richard Simmons -- once the World's Favorite Fitness Guru and today a much sought-after cult figure primed for relaunch -- takes the spotlight in this officially licensed inspirational gift book featuring a delightful collection of his inimitable words of wisdom and colorful photos. Known for his signature hairstyle and short shorts, coupled with an infectious exuberance and comforting Running Press Adult approach, Richard Simmons has inspired millions over the past forty years to meet their fitness goals and feel 9780762475414 great. Remember to Sparkle: The Wit & Wisdom of Richard Simmons is a collection of the motivational Pub Date: 10/5/21 superstar's life lessons not just on fitness but on overall wellness, self-esteem, and hope. Accompanied by a $23.00 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards spirited and colorful collection of photos, this book captures Simmons' voice and personality and will lift the spirits with every turn of the page. 128 Pages Humor / Topic Contributor Bio 7 in H | 6 in W Richard Simmons is a motivational speaker, fitness instructor, TV personality, gym owner, recording artist, restaurateur, and author.

Robb Pearlman is the #1 New York Times best-selling author of many pop culture books, including The Bob Ross Cookbook, Bob Ross and Peapod the Squirrel, Star Trek: Body by Starfleet, and Pink is for Boys. He lives in New Jersey.

20th Century-Fox Darryl F. Zanuck and the Creation of the Modern Film Studio Scott Eyman

Summary From New York Times bestselling author Scott Eyman, this is the story one of the most influential studios in film history, from its glory days under the leadership of legendary movie mogul Darryl F. Zanuck up to its 2019 buyout by Disney. March 20, 2019 marked the end of an era -- Disney took ownership of the movie empire that was Fox. For almost a century before that historic date, Twentieth Century-Fox was one of the preeminent producers of films, stars, and filmmakers. Its unique identity in the industry and place in movie history is unparalleled -- and one of the greatest stories to come out of Hollywood. One man, a legendary producer named Darryl F. Zanuck, is Running Press Adult the heart of the story. This narrative tells the complete tale of Zanuck and the films, stars, intrigue, and 9780762470938 innovations of the iconic studio that was. Pub Date: 9/21/21 $35.00 CAD Hardcover Contributor Bio Scott Eyman is an award-winning author of 15 books about the movies, three of which have been New York 336 Pages Times bestsellers. He's a frequent book reviewer for The Wall Street Journal, Film Comment, and the New York Performing Arts / Film Observer. His books include Hank & Jim: The Fifty-Year Friendship of Henry Fonda and James Stewart; John 9 in H | 6 in W Wayne: Louis B. Mayer: Lion of Hollywood; and Print the Legend: The Life and Times of John Ford. He lives in West Palm Beach, .

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT The Essential Directors The Art and Impact of Cinema's Most Influential Filmmakers Sloan De Forest, Peter Bogdanovich, Jacqueline Stewart

Summary For well over a century, those who create motion pictures have touched our hearts and souls; they have transported and transformed our minds, intoxicated and entranced our senses. One artist's vision is the single most prominent force behind the scenes: the director. The Essential Directors illuminates the unseen forces behind some of the most notable screen triumphs from the aesthetic peak of silent cinema through the New Hollywood of the 1970s. Considering each artist's influence on the medium, cultural impact, and degree of Running Press Adult achievement, Turner Classic Movies presents a compendium of Hollywood's most influential filmmakers, with 9780762498932 Pub Date: 10/26/21 profiles offering history and insight on the filmmaker's narrative style, unique touches, contributions to the $32.99 CAD medium, key films, and distinctive movie moments to watch for. The work of these game-changing artists is Paperback illustrated throughout by more than 200 full-color and black-and-white photographs. 344 Pages Performing Arts / Film Featured directors include Charlie Chaplin, Cecil B. DeMille, Oscar Micheaux, Lois Weber, Dorothy Arzner, Frank 9.1 in H | 7.4 in W | 1 in T Capra, Howard Hawks, Ernst Lubitsch, W. S. Van Dy...

Contributor Bio Sloan De Forest is an actress, film historian, and the author of Turner Classic Movies: Must-See Sci-fi and Dynamic Dames. She lives in Hollywood, CA.

Turner Classic Movies is the definitive resource for the greatest movies of all time. We entertain and enlighten to show how the entire spectrum of classic movies, movie history, and movie-making touches us all and influences how we think and live today.

Hollywood Victory The Movies, Stars, and Stories of World War II Christian Blauvelt, Dr. Robert M. Citino

Summary For film and history buffs alike, this is the engrossing story of Hollywood's involvement in World War II, as it's never before been told. Part of the Turner Classic Movies Library. Remember a time when all of Hollywood—with the expressed encouragement and investment of the government—joined forces to defend the American way of life? It was World War II and the gravest threat faced the nation, and the world at large. Hollywood answered the call to action. Running Press Adult This is the riveting tale of how the film industry enlisted in the Allied effort during the second World War—a 9780762499922 Pub Date: 11/2/21 story that started with staunch isolationism as studios sought to maintain the European market and eventually $38.00 CAD erupted into impassioned support in countless ways. Industry output included war films depicting battles and Hardcover reminding moviegoers what they were fighting for, "home-front" stories designed to boost the morale of troops 240 Pages overseas, and even musicals and comedies that did their bit by promoting the Good Neighbor Policy with Performing Arts / Film American allies to the south. Stars like Carole Lombard—who lost her life returning from a war bond... 9.1 in H | 7.4 in W Contributor Bio Christian Blauvelt is an entertainment journalist, who serves as the managing editor of leading film and TV industry website IndieWire. He regularly appears on CBS New York to give previews of upcoming films and awards season analysis; has hosted films on Turner Classic Movies; and has presented at and San Diego Comic-Con. Blauvelt is the author of books including Cinematic Cities: New York. He lives in New York City.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies The Deck the Hallmark Podcast’s Guide to Your Holiday TV Obsession Brandon Gray, Daniel Thompson, Daniel Pandolph, Alonso Duralde

Summary I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies is the unofficial fan guide to Hallmark holiday movies, from the creators of the wildly popular Deck the Hallmark podcast. Hosts and best friends Brandon Gray, Daniel "Panda" Pandolph, and Dan Thompson share reviews that make you feel like you're watching these holiday favorites with your best buds, discussing warm Christmas feelings and absolutely bonkers plot twists with equal enthusiasm. And thanks to original interviews with the movies' Running Press Adult stars and creators, fans will find out insider information on the making of the movies and learn answers to 9780762499359 pressing questions: Why do the lead characters keep coming down with amnesia? Why do so many female Pub Date: 9/28/21 stock brokers and lawyers find themselves forced to plan parties? And do all of the stories take place within $28.99 CAD Paperback something called the "Kennyverse"? To complete the perfect Christmas package, the book is also chock-full of ideas for hosting your own holiday movie-watching party, complete with delicious recipes. 272 Pages Performing Arts / Television Featuring dozens of full-color photos throughout, I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies is as cozy and sparkly... 9 in H | 7 in W Contributor Bio Brandon Gray, Daniel Pandolph, and Daniel Thompson are three dads from South Carolina and the hosts of Deck the Hallmark, a podcast that has been ranked in Apple Podcast's Top 15 overall and Top 5 Comedy. Within the first year, the program received one million downloads and was featured on Good Morning, America and Nightline, and in the pages of O, Southern Living, Cosmopolitan, and Esquire.

Alonso Duralde is reviews editor at TheWrap and author of Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas and 101 Must-See Movies for Gay Men. He is the co-host of the Linoleum Knife, Who Shot Ya? and Breakfast All Day podcasts, and has discussed film on CNN, PBS, TCM, ABC and FilmStruck, as well as in numerous documentaries.

Christmas with Elvis The Official Guide to the Holidays from the King of Rock ’n’ Roll Robert K. Elder

Summary Celebrate Christmas with the King of Rock n' Roll! For Elvis, Christmas at Graceland was a time for family and friends, a respite from the road and the recording studio. It was a time to sing gospel songs around the piano and give out extravagant gifts. Running Press Adult 9780762469765 In this spirit, Christmas with Elvis is designed like a Christmas party Elvis himself would have liked. It’s a Pub Date: 10/5/21 behind-the-scenes look at the iconic music and songs Elvis sang and recorded for his bestselling holiday $26.00 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards albums, alongside favorite stories, trivia, and Yuletide cocktails and munchies—all wrapped up with a merry Christmas twist fit for the King of Rock ’n’ Roll. Fully illustrated with color photographs and illustrations 144 Pages Biography & Autobiography throughout. / Music 8 in H | 8 in W ELVIS™ and ELVIS PRESLEY™ are trademarks of ABG EPE IP LLC Rights of Publicity and Persona Rights: Elvis Presley Enterprises, LLC © 2021 ABG EPE IP LLC elvis.com

Contributor Bio Robert K. Elder is the author of 14 books, including Read Your Partner Like a Book, The Mixtape of My Life, and Hidden Hemingway. His work has appeared in the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, the Paris Review, and many other publications. He is the chief digital officer for the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists and the founder of Odd Hours Media. Robert lives and writes in Chicagoland.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT It's Probably Nothing The Stress-Less Guide to Dealing with Health Anxiety, Wellness Fads, and Overhyped Headlines Casey Gueren, Jennifer Gunter

Summary From stress-induced symptom searching and "miracle cures" to the wellness fads filling your social media timeline, health journalist Casey Gueren digs into the causes of health anxiety and the tools you can use to take back control. Surrounded by “health hacks” and clickbait headlines, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and underprepared when it comes to taking care of your health. But despite what the wellness industry told you, you don’t need another cleanse, detox, or supplement—you need a crash course in separating hype from health. Running Press Adult 9780762471836 Pub Date: 9/7/21 In It's Probably Nothing you’ll find a health journalist’s tools and tips to. . . $24.99 CAD Paperback Fine-tune your B.S. detector and spot the wellness industry’s sneaky tricks Get answers to your health questions without spiraling down search holes 224 Pages Health & Fitness / Women's Manage health stress and learn to listen to your body (just enough) Health Decode the latest overhyped health headlines 8.5 in H | 6.5 in W Find compassionate, evidence-based care that works for you And so much more

Packed with illuminating information, funny personal anecdotes, concrete strategies for coping, quotes from dozens of medical experts, and a forewor... Contributor Bio Casey Gueren is the former Executive Editor and Health Director at SELF. An award-winning journalist and fierce advocate of accessible health information, she was also an editor and writer at Buzzfeed, Women's Health, and Cosmopolitan. She graduated from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey with a dual degree in Journalism and Psychology. She lives in New York City.

Hey, I Love You Bookmark Your Way to a Remarkable Marriage Kelly Sopp, David Sopp

Summary From the author and illustrator behind the perennial bestseller SAFE BABY HANDLING TIPS comes this cleverly-designed book that helps couples express their affection and vulnerability in a fun way.

Despite all the modern ways we have to communicate, why is it still so tough to talk to each other sometimes? Hey, I Love You shares ten principles to creating a loving, lasting relationship. But more importantly, it's a

Running Press Adult device for implementing those principles, each and every day. 9780762475421 Pub Date: 10/5/21 The book is a conversation. Simply place the bookmark on the page that expresses what you want to say, or $26.00 CAD speaks the words you wish you had the courage to. Then leave the book in an obvious place for your partner to Hardcover Paper over boards discover. With dozens of thoughtfully written expressions, you can say just about anything your heart desires: 240 Pages whether that's a compliment, something to cheer them up, apologize, or flag an issue you've been avoiding. In Family & Relationships / Love & Romance our hectic and distracted world, sometimes we need a simple, dare we say analog way to help us communicate. 7.3 in H | 5.5 in W Hey, I Love You can be that delightfully unexpected conduit that can get you... Contributor Bio Kelly Sopp (author) and David Sopp (illustrator) are the founders of Wry Baby, a small yet mighty company that sells baby merchandise featuring their unique sense of humor. Their previous books include the perennial bestseller Safe Baby Handling Tips, as well as Safe Baby Pregnancy Tips and The New Parents' Fun Book. They live in Mooresville, NC.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT The Workout Bucket List Over 300 Life-Changing Races, Epic Challenges, and Incredible Hikes, Bikes, Lifts, and Runs around the World, in Your Gym, or Right in Your Living Room Greg Presto

Summary Copy ' no-equipment pre-tour routine, join a bicycle race in the mountains of Colorado, or get pumped like a POTUS with this unique and well researched collection of exercises that will encourage and inspire you to try some of the most challenging and ridiculously fun workouts at home and around the world!

Running Press Adult For most of us, exercise can be a dreaded task, one to be postponed, procrastinated, or avoided. We all know 9780762472062 Pub Date: 4/26/22 the excuses: exercise is boring; I don't have time for the gym; there's no room in my apartment; I need to be $30.99 CAD motivated. The real problem is that we're used to old fitness routines and the same monotonous gym Paperback equipment, but The Workout Bucket List promises that exercise can, and will, be fun again. 416 Pages Health & Fitness / Healthy Combine history, pop culture, travel, inspiration, and health and you've got the perfect book to help break down Living your mental barriers to shake up your fitness regimen. Author and fitness journalist Greg Presto suggests 8.8 in H | 6.5 in W countless exercises and activities around the world—or in your very own home—for the ultimate fitness bucket list, whether it's biking with zebras, ent... Contributor Bio Greg Presto is a fitness journalist, video host, and producer who worked for years covering health, fitness, and sports as the fitness editor for Men's Health, Shape.com, and Livestrong. He has written for Women's Health, Prevention.com, Vice Health, USA Today, and Sparkpeople.com, among others.

Practical Witch's Love Spell Book For Passion, Romance, and Desire Cerridwen Greenleaf

Summary Following on the heels of the successful The Practical Witch's Spell Book comes this next book of charms, targeted to those interested in tapping into the powers of good magic to manifest a love connection.

The Practical Witch's Love Spell Book is a magical collection of spells and incantations, specifically for bringing more love into your life. Both beginners and seasoned witches will find a myriad of spells and lessons on good Running Press Adult magic, all for attracting your perfect mate, or improving a committed relationship that needs a little boost . . . 9780762475896 all with gorgeous art throughout. Pub Date: 12/7/21 $23.00 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards Contributor Bio Cerridwen Greenleaf has worked with many of the leading lights of the spirituality world including Starhawk, Z 176 Pages Body, Mind & Spirit / Magick Budapest, John Michael Greer, Christopher Penczak, Raymond Buckland, Luisah Teish, and many more. She Studies teaches herbal, crystal, and candle magic workshipos throughout North America. A bestselling author, 8.5 in H | 6 in W Greenleaf's book include The Practical Witch's Spell Book, Moon Spell Magic, The Book of Kitchen Witchery, The Magic of Crystals and Gems, and the Witches' Spell Book series. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT Indoor Cat How to Enrich Their Lives and Expand Their World Laura J. Moss, Lynn Bahr

Summary Can an indoor cat live a happy, stimulating, and active life? Veterinarian Lynn Bahr and journalist Laura J. Moss answer this question with a resounding "yes," and offer real-life guidance for opening up your cat's world, even if they stay within the confines of your home.

There are many myths our culture perpetuates about domestic cats: they live longer indoors, sleep all day, are

Running Press Adult easy and low-maintenance pets, and can't be trained. Even the most well-meaning kitty caregiver will be 9780762474653 surprised to learn that these long-held beliefs aren't necessarily based on facts, but instead reflect the many Pub Date: 11/16/21 ways we have adapted our feline friends to our indoor, domesticated lifestyles. $28.00 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards Indoor Cat, by Laura J. Moss, journalist and founder of Adventure Cats, and Lynn Bahr, a feline-only 240 Pages veterinarian, explores how to help cat owners understand a cat's perspective of their indoor homes, with Pets / Cats practical ways to enhance cats' lives to the fullest and combat countless health and behavioral problems that 8.5 in H | 6.5 in W result from indoor living, as well as raising the question: should every cat live exclusively indoors?... Contributor Bio Laura J. Moss is a journalist and the author of Adventure Cats (Workman, 2017), based off the Webby- nominated website AdventureCats.org, the first and only resource for information on safely exploring the great outdoors with your feline friend. Her work has appeared on National Geographic, Fodor's Travel, Forbes, Mother Nature Network, Pet Life, and Best Friends Magazine. Laura has shared her expertise with countless pet publications and radio shows, and she works closely with several shelters and rescue groups, including Best Friends Animal Society, the nation's largest no-kill animal shelter. A long-time self-professed cat lady, Moss currently shares her home with three rescue cats and a rescue dog.

Lynn Bahr, DVM is a graduate of the University of Georgia's College of Veterinary Medicine and founder of Dezi & Roo, a company that designs, manufactures, and sells solution-based pet products that enhance the lives of cats and their owners. She volunteers at numerous animal-related charities and causes and serves on

Gudetama: The Official Cookbook Recipes for Living a Lazy Life Sanrio, Jenn Fujikawa

Summary Inspired by everyone's favorite egg with the can't-be-bothered attitude, Gudetama: The Official Cookbook is an illustrated cookbook celebrating lazy living and easy cooking, with fun and delicious recipes from classic dishes to comfort meals.

Gudetama’s name literally translates to “lazy egg,” and it’s how we all feel sometimes when it comes to cooking. But if you’re the kind of chef who doesn’t have time for complicated meals or long lists of ingredients, Running Press Adult 9780762474202 this cookbook is for you. From Japanese fare to pizza, egg salad, burgers, and tacos, this officially licensed Pub Date: 10/12/21 cookbook will show you how to feast the lazy way with a collection of craveable comfort recipes inspired by $26.00 CAD everyone's favorite lazy egg with the can't-be-bothered attitude. Hardcover Paper over boards

112 Pages Organized into sections like barely awake breakfasts, lazy lunches, drowsy dinners, and tired treats, included Cooking / Methods here are 60 recipes, each helpfully including a lazy meter so you know just how much effort or lack thereof 8 in H | 6 in W you’ll need to execute each dish. The Gudetama Cookbook is the perfect combination of easy cooking and a love of lazy living and is for e... Contributor Bio Sanrio Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company that designs, licenses, and produces products focusing on the kawaii segment of Japanese pop culture. Their best-known character is Hello Kitty®, one of the most successful marketing brands in the world.

Jenn Fujikawa is a lifestyle and pop culture writer. Unique family dinners and geeky baking are a staple of her website justjennrecipes.com, and her recipes have been featured on Buzzfeed, the LA Times, Food & Wine, Nerdist, Woman's Day, and the cover of Food Network magazine. Jenn is the author of The Goldbergs Cookbook and the Cookbook. She lives in Los Angeles, CA.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT The Cocktail Workshop An Essential Guide to Classic Drinks and How to Make Them Your Own Steven Grasse, Adam Erace

Summary From the wildly creative team behind Philadelphia's Art in the Age comes The Cocktail Workshop, a deep-dive into 20 classic drinks that make up the foundation of cocktail creation, and the delicious variations that will make them all your own.

Learn to craft a perfect, classic drink, or workshop that creation into a unique, flavor-forward spin with The Running Press Adult Cocktail Workshop, an indispensable guide to foundational cocktails and the tools to elevate them into 9780762472970 master-level creations. In this richly illustrated book, the team behind Philadelphia's beloved Art in the Age Pub Date: 10/5/21 guides aspiring mixologists through the fundamentals of 20 essential cocktails. Then, each foundational drink is $34.99 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards spun off into creative and customizable riffs on flavors, techniques, and ingredients, called Apprentice, Journeyman, and Master versions. Each classic drink is concluded by a Workshop: how to take your at-home 216 Pages Cooking / Beverages bar efforts to the next level with aging, infusing, garnishing, and more. 9 in H | 7 in W | 0.7 in T Drawing on the building blocks of iconic cocktails like the daiquiri and the old-fashioned, readers will grow their knowledge base as t... Contributor Bio Steven Grasse is an entrepreneur equally influenced by punk rock and New England transcendentalism. Steven has created some of the most outrageous booze brands of the twenty-first century: Hendrick's Gin, Sailor Jerry Rum, Art in the Age Craft Spirits-all seemingly out of thin air. He is the part-owner and creative mastermind behind Narragansett beer, and his agency, Quaker City Mercantile, has brought similar success to beer icons Pilsner Urquell, Guinness, and, most recently, Miller High Life. His first distillery, Tamworth Distilling & Mercantile, opened in 2015 and gained international press and awards within its first year. Steven is also the author of Colonial Spirits: A Toast To Our Drunken History, The Good Reverend's Guide toInfused Spirits, and Evil Empire. He lives and works in Philadelphia.

Adam Erace is a food and travel writer, restaurant critic, recipe developer, and co-author of the cookbooks

RedHanded An Exploration of Criminals, Cannibals, Cults, and What Makes a Killer Tick Suruthi Bala, Hannah Maguire

Summary Based off Hannah Maguire and Suruthi Bala's popular podcast of the same name, RedHanded explores real-life true crime cases to help answer once and for all if a killer is born or made.

After meeting at a house party in London, where they discovered a mutual obsession for all things true crime, Suruthi Bala and Hannah Maguire drunkenly promised to one day start their own murder podcast. Six weeks later they ordered their first microphones and the rest is history. From the hosts of the hit podcast RedHanded Running Press Adult (dubbed by Anna Paquin as her “all- time favorite true crime podcast”), Bala and Maguire have amassed a cult 9780762473793 following of “spooky bitches.” Pub Date: 9/14/21 $34.00 CAD Hardcover What is it about killers, cults, and cannibals that capture our imaginations even as they terrify and disturb us? Do we find these stories endlessly and equally compelling and frightening, because they hold up a mirror to 256 Pages society’s failings and to the horrors that we humans are capable of? RedHanded rejects the outdated narrative True Crime / Murder of killers as monsters and that a victim “was just in the wrong place at the wrong time.” Instead, it dissects the 8.5 in H | 6 in W stor... Contributor Bio Hannah Maguire and Suruthi Bala are co-hosts of the smash hit true crime podcast RedHanded, which offers a weekly dose of murder, wit, and WTFs delivered with facts, anecdotal tangents, serious scrutiny, and real British flavor. RedHanded prides itself on looking past sensational headlines and getting to the truth of every murder, cult, and serial killer.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT The DC Book of Lists A Multiverse of Legacies, Histories, and Hierarchies Randall Lotowycz

Summary Packed with 100+ inventive groupings, hierarchies, and infographics, The DC Comics Book of Lists offers a creative way of looking at both the well-known and obscure histories of the top heroes and villains from the DC Universe across 80+ years.

Each entry in this book celebrates another corner of DC's past, present, and future. It revels in the rich tapestry of DC's characters and history. Or histories, for that matter. Each first meeting of Batman and Superman is listed, as are highlights of Hawkman's many reincarnations and Jimmy Olsen's transformations. Harley Quinn’s Running Press Adult 9780762472840 most peculiar career choices? They make quite a resume. The DC Comics Book of Lists also has a chronological Pub Date: 9/28/21 list of artificial intelligence, from the 2nd century to the 823rd—with Metal Men, Brother Eye, and Computo $30.00 CAD along the way—and a Mount Olympus family tree presents Wonder Woman’s expansive list of relatives. Legacy Hardcover Paper over boards characters like the Flash and Green Lantern are highlighted, profiling each character to don the mantle, and 256 Pages Suicide Squad members are memorialized in a breakdown of who was killed on each mission. F... Comics & Graphic Novels / Superheroes Contributor Bio 10.1 in H | 6.9 in W Randall Lotowycz lives with his family in Brooklyn. During the day, you can find him in the West Village, where he works as a marketing and sales director for a book publisher. He is also the Wall Street Journal best-selling author of the DC Comics Super Heroes and Villains Fandex and Superhero Playbook. Learn more about him at www.RandallJL.com.

How to Be Golden Lessons We Can Learn from Paula Bernstein

Summary If there's one thing the nation can agree on--we all love Betty White! This spirited homage to Betty captures her unique humor, timeless wisdom, and impish irreverence that's made her one of America's longest lasting and most beloved stars.

An unparalleled American icon, Betty White started show business in 1939 in radio and was a pioneer in the early days of TV. Over eight decades, she's appeared on countless , game shows, and talk shows, Running Press Adult including the iconic comedy hits The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Golden Girls. Her accolades over the 9780762474592 Pub Date: 10/5/21 years include two Emmy nominations, a Grammy, and induction into the Television Academy Hall of Fame, while $28.00 CAD she had her best decade yet as a nonagenarian: becoming the oldest person to host SNL, starring in a Super Hardcover Bowl ad, and winning praise with her popular supporting role in . Through it all, her "don't take 224 Pages yourself too seriously" attitude appeals to legions of fans, spanning all generations. Biography & Autobiography / Entertainment & Performing Arts How to Be Golden recounts her engaging life story while weaving in her words of wisdom and insight about love, friendship, work, f... 7.3 in H | 5.5 in W Contributor Bio Paula Bernstein is a journalist who regularly contributes to Fortune Magazine, where she reports on the entertainment business. She has held positions at Indie Wire, Variety, and The Hollywood Reporter, where she reported on television business news, and her work has appeared in Fast Company, TV Guide, The New York Times, Adweek and many other publications. She is also the author of Love is All Around: And Other Lessons We've Learned from The Mary Tyler Moore Show and Identical Strangers: A Memoir of Twins Separated and Reunited. Visit her at paulabernstein.com

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT BuzzFeed: Joy in the Stars Self-Care Astrology for Your Mind, Body, and Soul BuzzFeed, Brianne Hogan

Summary Avoid burnout, find inspiration, discover self-soothing tips and more in this unique self-care astrology book from BuzzFeed.

How do astrology and self-care play a role in your overall health, happiness, and well-being? What do you need to know to take care of yourself mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, and to be the most joyful version of yourself?

For the first time ever, astrology and wellness expert Brianne Hogan and BuzzFeed bring their pop culture and Running Press Adult 9780762473922 astrology expertise to this officially licensed book combining the zodiac with advice on living your best life. Pub Date: 9/7/21 Explore the 12 signs of the zodiac to deliver everything you need to know about what your astrological sign $22.00 CAD says about living your best self-care life, including advice for healthy habits and sleep care, managing stress, Hardcover Paper over boards avoiding burnout, inspiration for working out, maintaining motivation and focus, boosting your mood, and much 240 Pages more. Body, Mind & Spirit / Astrology Contributor Bio 6.8 in H | 4.3 in W BuzzFeed is the leading independent digital media company delivering news and entertainment to hundreds of millions of people around the world. They are headquartered in New York with an entertainment studio based in Los Angeles.

Brianne Hogan is a writer currently based in Prince Edward Island. Growing up, she filled her time with writing stories and visiting a local occult store, checking out books on astrology and preparing charts for her friends. Her adult life is pretty much the same. She is the author of Friendship Signs: Your Perfect Matches Are in the Stars and her writing and horoscopes have appeared in HelloGiggles, Awesomeness TV, Astrology.com, and Horoscopes.com. As a Capricorn, she's faithfully loyal yet stubborn and never misses a birthday. You can find Brianne at BrianneHogan.ca.

Rotten Tomatoes: The Ultimate Binge Guide 296 Must-See Shows That Changed the Way We Watch TV Editors of Rotten Tomatoes

Summary Discover (or revisit) 200+ of the best shows ever made.

For the completist, The Ultimate Binge Guide is a challenge: a bingeable bucket list of all the shows you need to see before you die (or just to be super-informed at your next dinner party). For all readers, it's a fascinating look at the evolution of TV. Running Press Adult 9780762473663 Pub Date: 10/5/21 The guide is broken down into several sections that speak to each series' place in TV history, including: $31.00 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards Classics That Made the Molds (And Those That Broke Them):The Jeffersons, ,

224 Pages Sanford and Son, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, , , Golden Girls, Happy Days... Performing Arts / Television Tony, Walt, Don, and the Antiheroes We Loved and Hated:Oz, Mad Men, The Sopranos, Breaking 9.1 in H | 7.4 in W Bad, The Americans, Peaky Blinders, Ozark, The Shield, Boardwalk Empire, How To Get Away With Murder... Game-Changing Sitcoms and the Kings and Queens of Cringe:Insecure, Community, , , , Black-ish, Party Down, , Catastrophe, Fresh Off the Boat, Tim and Eric, Schitt's Creek, Better Things, It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia, Pen15, Freaks and Geeks, Broad City, Black Lad...

Contributor Bio Rotten Tomatoes is the leading online aggregator of movie and TV show reviews from professional critics, making it the most comprehensive guide to what's "fresh"

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT Pop Culture Pioneers The Women Who Transformed Fandom in Film, Television, Comics, and More Cher Martinetti, Yetide Badaki

Summary Celebrate the empowering and inspiring women who helped create, shape, and make pop culture great, from the creator of SYFY WIRE's FANGRRLS and the podcast "Forgotten Women of Genre"!

In every medium in popular culture—from books, films, and video games to comics, television, and animation —women have been instrumental in creating and shaping the worlds, characters, and genres that we know and Running Press Adult love. However, much of their hard work and innovation has gone largely unrecognized—until now. With a 9780762498512 foreword by American Gods actress Yetide Badaki and essays exploring the history and transformation of pop Pub Date: 9/28/21 culture's genres and mediums, Pop Culture Pioneers explores and pays respect to the women who played a $31.00 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards crucial role in creating and influencing of some of the most famous worlds and characters in pop culture including: 304 Pages Biography & Autobiography / Women Directors & Producers like Karyn Kusama (Aeon Flux, Jennifer's Body), Denise Di Novi (co-producer of Batman Returns, The Nightmare Before Christmas), and Jean MacCurdy (producer of Batman: The 9 in H | 7 in W Animated Series, Animaniacs) Writers & Editors like Jeanette Khan (editor and publis...

Contributor Bio Cher Martinetti is a author, writer, and founder of SYFY's FANGRRLS, the female-centric genre vertical syfy.com that ran from 2016-2020. She co-hosted & executive produced its flagship podcast Strong Female Characters. Cher has also frequently written, developed & appeared in various videos for SYFY, including the 20 Women to Watch in 2020 special during Women's History Month. She's the creator, executive producer, and former cohost of the popular podcast The Churn—the official post-show wrap-up podcast of the critically acclaimed space opera The Expanse. Cher's hosted panels at ATX festival, New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic Con, & has interviewed celebrities on the live stage for ECCC, C2E2, & NYCC. Her work has also been seen on Cracked, Playboy, Death & Taxes, Uproxx, and IFC.com.

Poe for Your Problems Uncommon Advice from History's Least Likely Self-Help Guru Catherine Baab-Muguira

Summary When life’s got you down and things aren’t going your way, who better to turn to than Edgar Allan Poe? Discover how to say "nevermore" to your problems in this darkly comedic and refreshing self-help guide.

Of all the writers anywhere, Poe might be the least likely person you'd ever turn to for advice. His life was a complete dumpster fire: he married his cousin; got fired from one job after another; constantly feuded with Running Press Adult friends and rivals; and he was always broke. But that’s also precisely the point. Though Poe failed again and 9780762499090 again, he also persevered. Pub Date: 9/7/21 $23.00 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards Drawing deeply on his works and life, Catherine Baab-Muguira takes the familiar image of Poe in a new and surprising direction in this darkly inspiring self-help book. Despite what you might think, Edgar Allan Poe is the 256 Pages Humor / Topic perfect person to teach you to say "Nevermore, problems!" and show you how to use all the terrible situations, 7 in H | 5 in W | 0.8 in T tough breaks, bad luck, and even your darkest emotions in novel and creative ways to make a name for yourself and carve out your own unique, notorious place in the world.

An inspirational tale for black shee... Contributor Bio Catherine Baab-Muguira is a writer and journalist who has contributed to, among others, Slate, Quartz, CNBC and NBC News. A frequent podcast and radio guest, with appearances on NPR and Lifehacker’s Upgrade, she lives in Richmond, Virginia with her husband and baby son.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT Frog and Toad are Doing Their Best [A Parody] Bedtime Stories for Trying Times Jennie Egerdie, Ellie Hajdu

Summary At home, work, and out in our ever-changing world, we're all just doing our best. In this modern parody, Frog and Toad are here to commiserate and lend some laughter.

Full of wry humor and deep compassion for our modern vulnerabilities, the stories in Frog and Toad Are Doing Their Best perfectly capture the heartwarming authenticity of Lobel’s famous amphibian friends while revealing razor-sharp truths about the world we live in today. Through Frog and Toad, we see the anxieties that are Running Press Adult woven throughout our everyday existence, from our well-meaning but often-failed attempts at practicing 9780762478460 Pub Date: 10/5/21 self-care to our struggle to balance the gifts and burdens of technology. Toad ponders a variety of questionable $22.00 CAD schemes to pay off his credit cards, while Frog spends too much time scrolling through the newsfeed on his Hardcover Paper over boards phone. But despite their daily frustrations and existential concerns, they know that having a friend to share 96 Pages life’s burdens makes even the darkest days brighter. Humor / Form 9 in H | 6 in W Contributor Bio Jennie Egerdie is a New York-based Canadian writer, humorist, and performer whose writing has been featured in McSweeney’s, Weekly Humorist, The Belladonna Comedy, Points in Case, and more. Jennie is currently the Assistant Editor for Funny Women, a literary feminist humor column on The Rumpus.

How to Survive a Human Attack A Guide for Werewolves, Mummies, Cyborgs, Ghosts, Nuclear Mutants, and Other Movie Monsters K. E. Flann

Summary Did you know human attacks account for a staggering 100 percent of premature deaths for witches, swamp monsters, cyborgs, and other supernatural, mutant, and exceptionally large beings?

The past millennia or so has seen not only an uptick in human attacks, but also increasingly indiscriminate victim selection. It is understandable to feel overwhelmed. From renowned preternaturalist K. E. Flann, How to Survive a Human Attack provides critical information at a critical time with chapters specifically tailored to their target audience, including:

Running Press Adult · A Zombie’s Guide to Filling the Emptiness and Moving Forward 9780762472543 Pub Date: 9/7/21 · First-Time Haunter’s Guide for Ghosts, Spirits, Poltergeists, Specters, and Wraiths $21.99 CAD Paperback · Self-Training 101 for Werewolves: Sit, Don’t Speak, Stay Alive! 256 Pages Humor / Form · What’s Happening to My Body?: Radioactive Mutants and the Safety of the Nuclear Family 8.3 in H | 5.3 in W | 0.7 in T Contributor Bio K.E. Flann's writing has been featured in McSweeney's Internet Tendency, The North American Review, Shenandoah, and Michigan Quarterly Review, and a collection of short stories won the 2014 George Garrett Award at Texas Review Press. Excerpts from this incredibly important work have appeared or will appear in Word Riot, The Higgs Weldon, Defenestration, and Monkeybicycle.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT Freezing Cold Takes: NFL Football Media’s Most Inaccurate Predictions—and the Fascinating Stories Behind Them Fred Segal

Summary Sports fans have an innate desire to prove the media wrong.

Since he started Freezing Cold Takes in 2015, Fred Segal has witnessed the guilty pleasure in revisiting the times sports media flat-out missed the mark. There is nothing better for fans than to read an old story about how their biggest division rival made a great pick when it turned out to be terrible and unsuccessful; no greater satisfaction than looking back at a tweet condemning your team to failure when the opposite turned out to be true. Running Press Adult 9780762475452 This book takes the concept, focuses on the NFL, and delves into 20 predictions that did not age well -- Pub Date: 9/7/21 $22.99 CAD specifically about draft picks, hiring decisions, seasons, and games that would ultimately go down in NFL Paperback history. The book will expand on the concept that's made the social accounts so popular -- through interviews

240 Pages with media, players, and coaches, Fred will provide important background surrounding each featured mistake to Sports & Recreation / give the reader essential context as to why the ill-fated prediction was made, but also why the outlet or Football personality who made the prediction is eating their words... 9 in H | 6 in W Contributor Bio Fred Segal is a sports journalist and founder of Freezing Cold Takes. He has appeared on numerous national radio and TV shows, podcasts, and local shows across the country to discuss his feeds. Major publications such as The Athletic, Sports Illustrated, and USA TODAY have profiled Fred and Freezing Cold Takes.

Ghostbusters A Paranormal Picture Book G. M. Berrow, Forrest Burdett, J. M. Kehoe

Summary Join the Ghostbusters as they fight some ghoulish creatures in this kid-friendly official picture book adaptation of the classic film

Setting: New York City. Kid scientists Peter Venkman, Ray Stantz, and Egon Spengler are investigating ghosts Running Press Kids and other paranormal activity in the city. They see their first ghost (Slimer) in the NYC Public Library and that 9780762473571 Pub Date: 9/7/21 leads them to create the Ghostbusters, setting up their "club" in an old firehouse. Soon, business is booming as $22.99 CAD the kids are recruited to capture ghosts throughout the city. Winston Zeddemore and Janine Melnitz become the Hardcover Picture Book club’s first two important additions. But there is something sinister happening at an apartment building and the 32 Pages Ghostbusters must put a stop to it (and the Stay Puft marshmallow man) before the city is overrun with ghouls. Juvenile Fiction / Ghost Stories Contributor Bio 10 in H | 9 in W | 0.3 in T G. M. Berrow is a children's television screenwriter and author of numerous picture books and young adult novels, including series licensed with My Little Pony and .

J. M. Kehoe is an author, artist, and entertainment industry professional who has worked on dozens of award- winning television shows and films throughout NYC and LA. Ghostbusters has been his favorite movie since childhood--and the reason he decided he wanted to make movies.

Forrest Burdett is an illustrator from New Jersey with a passion for vibrant colors and homemade hummus. Born into a family of creatives, Forrest has been painting since he was a child scribbling in notebooks. He studied illustration at FIT in and now lives in Portland, Oregon. He loves to use art as a way to find the magic in the small everyday things.

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RUNNING PRESS KIDS This Is Your World The Story of Bob Ross Sophia Gholz, Robin Boyden

Summary Discover the true story of iconic American painter and TV host Bob Ross in this official picture book biography.

Running Press Kids Bob Ross continues to inspire young and old alike with his public television painting program, "The Joy of 9780762473564 Painting," almost 30 years after the show went off the air. Bob Ross fell in love with painting and wanted to Pub Date: 9/7/21 $22.99 CAD inspire others to find joy in their happy accidents. Follow his footsteps toward becoming a TV painter icon in Hardcover Picture Book this delightful and reverent picture book biography of a gentle soul who loved painting and teaching others how 40 Pages to paint too. Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography Contributor Bio 10 in H | 10 in W Bob Ross--artist, painting instructor, and television personality--has for decades charmed and inspired the world with his matchless look, signature style, and words of wisdom and encouragement. Sophia Gholz is an award-winning children's book author, music lover, magic seeker, and avid reader. When she's not writing, you can find Sophia on Twitter, in her cave (aka office), or running around after the kids, dogs or any combination of the two. Sophia is proud to be a co-creator and board member of KidLiteracy, Inc., a nonprofit organization bringing books and author visits to schools in need. Robin Boyden is a British illustrator and author. He has a first class BA honors in Illustration from the University of Falmouth and MA in Art and Design from the University Of Hertfordshire.

Dolls and Trucks Are for Everyone Robb Pearlman, Eda Kaban

Summary From the author and illustrator team behind Pink Is for Boys comes an empowering read-aloud picture book that teaches kids and adults alike that gender cannot define who you are or want to become.

Running Press Kids Dolls and trucks are for boys and girls, as are dancing shoes, figure skating and hockey, and many more 9780762471560 Pub Date: 9/14/21 activities and hobbies. Robb Pearlman and Eda Kaban (Pink Is For Boys) create a celebratory read-aloud book $22.99 CAD that defies gender stereotypes and encourages the youngest readers to reach for the stars and to follow their Hardcover Picture Book dreams no matter what. 40 Pages Juvenile Fiction / Boys & Contributor Bio Men Robb Pearlman is the New York Times bestselling author of many books. He grew up in New York City and 9.7 in H | 9.3 in W | 0.5 in T now lives in New Jersey with his husband. | 1 lb Wt Eda Kaban has illustrated many popular books for children. Born and raised in Turkey, Eda now lives in Oakland, CA, with her husband, small son, and two Siamese cats.

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RUNNING PRESS KIDS Battle of the Butts The Science Behind Animal Behinds Jocelyn Rish, David Creighton-Pester

Summary Did you know manatees swim using farts? Or that herrings communicate by passing gas?

Running Press Kids Butts are used for breathing, eating, swimming, talking, and even killing in the animal kingdom. Focusing on 9780762497775 Pub Date: 9/28/21 ten different animals and their derrières, and offering fun facts about their origin, habitat, and "posterior $22.99 CAD power," this hilarious book captures the wonder of our ecosystem. Which animal has the coolest butt power? Hardcover Picture Book That's up to you to decide! 48 Pages Juvenile Nonfiction / Contributor Bio Science & Nature Jocelyn Rish is a writer and filmmaker who never imagined her cheeky sense of humor would lead to a book 9.5 in H | 11 in W | 0.4 in T about animal butts. When she's not researching fanny facts, she tutors kids to help them discover the magic of reading. Jocelyn has won numerous awards for her short stories, screenplays, short films, and novels and lives in South Carolina with her booty-ful dogs.

David Creighton-Pester is an illustrator and designer from Hamilton, New Zealand. Inspired as a child by picture books, animation, and all things arty, he spent endless hours drawing crazy characters and coming up with silly stories. And still does now! David is also the owner of Scorch Design, a graphic design company he started in 2009. You can see more of his illustration work at www.davidcp.com.

How to Find a Fox Kate Gardner, Ossi Saarinen

Summary Look for tracks. Listen for yips. Be as still as a pebble.

Taking kids on an imaginary trek through different landscapes and seasons, How to Find a Fox celebrates one of our planet's most graceful and enchanting creatures: the red fox. Ossi Saarinen's stunning wildlife photos and Running Press Kids Kate Gardner's lively and informative words capture the magical and profound connection between animals and 9780762471355 humans. Readers will be inspired to get outside and make their own discoveries--maybe with a camera in-hand, Pub Date: 9/14/21 $22.99 CAD just like Ossi. Hardcover Picture Book Contributor Bio 48 Pages Juvenile Nonfiction / Kate Gardner has not yet seen a fox in the wild (though she did meet a few in captivity while writing this Animals book). She is the author of Lovely Beasts: The Surprising Truth and Snow Falls. Kate lives outside of Boston 10 in H | 10 in W | 0.4 in T with her husband and pets.

Ossi Saarinen is a wildlife photographer in Finland. He delights his social media followers with photos so adorable that they have been described as real-life fairy tales. Follow Ossi on Instagram: @soosseli

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RUNNING PRESS KIDS The Grumbles A Story about Gratitude Tricia Goyer, Amy Parker, Monica de Rivas

Summary Teach kids to turn grumbling into gratitude in a new picture book by bestselling Christian authors Tricia Goyer and Amy Parker.

Running Press Kids The Grumbles were a happy family . . . some of the time. They tried hard to not complain but bills and laundry 9780762473380 Pub Date: 9/14/21 and sibling squabbles kept the Grumbles rumbling. But when Grandma Grateful came for a visit, they noticed $22.99 CAD something different. Will Grandma be able to show the Grumbles how to approach life with gratitude? Hardcover Picture Book Bestselling authors Tricia Goyer and Amy Parker have teamed up to provide children and their families a sweet, 32 Pages simple, and silly story about how to turn grumbles into gratefulness. Juvenile Fiction / Family 9 in H | 9.1 in W | 0.3 in T Contributor Bio Tricia Goyer is a USA Today bestselling author. She has published seventy-five books and is a two-time Carol Award winner. She is part of the blogging team at TheBetterMom.com and currently leads a Teen MOPS Group. She lives with her husband John in Arkansas, where she is a busy mom of ten and a doting grandma. Amy Parker is a bestselling author of more than seventy books, including A Night Night Prayer and the God Is series, published by Running Press Kids. She is the recipient of two Christian Retailing's Best Awards. But her greatest reward is being a wife to Dan and a mom to their amazing sons, Michael and Ethan. She lives with her family in Tennessee. Monica de Rivas is an illustrator born in Malaga. She studied illustration at the School of Art and Design San Telmo, Malaga. Monica likes to go to the beach, dinners with friends and family, and the snow! She lives in Spain with her two green and wonderful turtles.

Dino Pajama Party A Bedtime Book Laurie Wallmark, Michael Robertson

Summary Join the dinos for a bash before bedtime!

Running Press Kids Much like us, dinosaurs love to have fun. Dinosaurs from all around gather together to play instruments, dance, 9780762497751 Pub Date: 10/5/21 and sing before bedtime. But soon the dinosaurs grow tired and need their rest. This is a book that's sure to $22.99 CAD have kids following the dinos' lead as they get ready to go to sleep. Hardcover Picture Book Contributor Bio 32 Pages Juvenile Fiction / Animals Laurie Wallmark is an award-winning children's author from New Jersey. She is a former software engineer 9.5 in H | 11 in W | 0.3 in T and computer science professor.

Michael Robertsonis an illustrator living in Cleveland. In addition to enjoying painting and cooking, he has an extensive collection of vintage soul, jazz, and Brazilian music that he has acquired over the years.

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RUNNING PRESS KIDS The Elf on the Shelf Search and Find Elf on the Shelf

Summary The first ever officially licensed, delightful, holiday seek-and-find book with an iconic Christmas toy!

It's almost Christmas and the Scout Elves are busy helping Santa decide on his nice list. Can you spot the Scout Elves and Elf Pets in every scene in this book? There are bonus items to find on each spread too, spreading out the holiday activity cheer for many sessions. Celebrate the holiday season with your favorite Elf on the Shelf elves and pets in this delightful seek-and-find book.

Running Press Kids Contributor Bio 9780762473618 Since publishing the best-selling Christmas tradition, The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Tradition, in 2005, Pub Date: 10/5/21 CCA and B, LLC has evolved into an international consumer product and entertainment content company that $12.99 CAD Paperback taps into the love of tradition at Christmastime to bring Santa's magical North Pole to life.

40 Pages Juvenile Fiction / Holidays & Celebrations 11.5 in H | 8.3 in W | 0.1 in T

Geeky Baby's Guide to Colors Ruenna Jones, Josh Lewis

Summary Explore the colorful world of pop culture with this perfect introduction to all things geek!

There are tons of colors—and playful references—to be found inside this geeky board book. With nods to science fiction classics and fantasy basics, this book is complete with bright, full-color illustrations and a helpful Running Press Kids reference page at the end. 9780762470990 Pub Date: 9/21/21 $12.99 CAD Geeky Baby's Guide to Colors is sure to delight any young fan and be the perfect gift for geeky families and Board Book parents of all kinds. 26 Pages Juvenile Nonfiction / Contributor Bio Concepts Ruenna Jones is an amateur cosplayer and a big pop culture fan. When she's not playing video games, 7 in H | 7 in W | 0.6 in T reading books, or wandering around comic cons, she works as a writer for an indie tabletop game developer. This is her first book. Ruenna lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Josh Lewis is a children's book illustrator and designer. He enjoys creating fun and approachable art that inspires learning and has worked for clients like Highlights For Children, David C Cook, and Orion Telescopes and Binoculars. He lives in Colorado Springs, CO.

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RUNNING PRESS KIDS God Is Giving Amy Parker, Chris Saunders

Summary Little ones will feel thankful for all that God gives to us and our world in this charming holiday- themed board book in a series by bestselling author Amy Parker.

Be thankful for all that God gives you each and every day. From tiny acorns to a harvest moon to our loved Running Press Kids ones gathered around the table for a festive meal, God's gifts surround us. Bestselling author Amy Parker 9780762471126 shows children all the ways that God is giving. Pub Date: 9/28/21 $12.99 CAD Board Book Contributor Bio Amy Parker has written more than seventy books for children, teens, and adults with over a million copies 28 Pages Juvenile Fiction / Religious sold, including the bestselling A Night Night Prayer. She is also the author of Running Press Kids's Tiny 8 in H | 8 in W | 0.6 in T Blessings and God Is board book series. She has collaborated with authors such as New York Times bestselling authors Stephen and Alex Kendrick as well as her own son. Two of these collaborations--Firebird and Courageous Teens--are recipients of the Christian Retailing's Best Awards.

Chris Saunders was born in the North East UK, where he lives and works today. He studied Illustration at the University of Northampton receiving a First Class BA Honors Degree. Chris has illustrated multiple children's books to date. Chris works both digitally and traditionally, describing his work as having an emphasis on storytelling and using imagination, whimsy, detail, and atmosphere combined with exaggerated physics.

She Raised Her Voice! 50 Black Women Who Sang Their Way Into Music History Jordannah Elizabeth, Briana Dengoue

Summary A fully illustrated middle-grade anthology celebrating Black women singers throughout history in a first-of-its-kind collection.

From jazz and blues, hip hop and R&B, pop, punk, and opera, Black women have made major contributions to the history and formation of musical genres for more than a century. In this fully illustrated middle grade Running Press Kids anthology, 50 strong, empowering, and inspiring Black women singers' bios will teach kids to follow their 9780762475162 dreams, to think outside the box, and to push the boundaries of what's expected. Written by music writer and Pub Date: 12/28/21 journalist Jordannah Elizabeth and illustrated by Briana Dengoue, She Raised Her Voice! will inspire readers to $22.99 CAD Hardcover Paper over boards find their voice and their own way of expressing themselves. 168 Pages Contributor Bio Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography Jordannah Elizabeth is an author, music critic, editor, and lecturer. She is a columnist at New York 9.7 in H | 7.4 in W Amsterdam News and her work has appeared in Ms. Magazine, ZORA, Village Voice, LA Weekly, NPR Music, and many other publications. She has lectured and received invitations as a guest journalist from Harvard University, Pratt Institute, Maryland Institute College of Art, Columbia University, and De Montfort University in Leicester, England. She is a Baltimore native and enjoys reading, travel and spending time with her close friends and family.

Briana Dengoue is a Philadelphia born and based illustrator and graphic designer. She obtained her BFA in Fine Arts from Maryland Institute and College of Art in 2017. When she's not busy creating art she can be found aggressively playing volleyball with a city league or having a good cry or hardy laugh to a movie marathon.

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RUNNING PRESS KIDS Eleanor Amplified and the Trouble with Mind Control John Sheehan

Summary Based on the popular children's podcast, follow Eleanor Amplified as she teams up with middle school reporter Miku to get the scoop and save the day!

Join world-renowned investigative reporter Eleanor Amplified as she goes undercover to help a student reporter and fan, Miku Tangeroa, expose the corruption at her middle school. Together they discover that the new organic lunch program and tech-based learning systems are doing more harm than good and might actually be part of an evil plot that might put all of Union City in danger. Can Eleanor, Miku, and their friends get to the bottom of these suspicious events in time? Just who is behind SmartFüdz and the Mesmerosin Extractor? Will Running Press Kids Eleanor survive the hallways—and students—of Brighton Middle School? Find out in the latest adventure of 9780762498833 Eleanor Amplified! Pub Date: 9/7/21 $22.99 CAD Hardcover With radio-drama like action, outrageous villains, and a tough, intelligent female protagonist to boot, readers follow Eleanor and Miku as they foil devious plots and outwit crafty villains, all in pursuit of the big story. 240 Pages Juvenile Fiction / Action & Written by John Sheehan, the creator of the popular podcast Ele... Adventure 8.3 in H | 5.5 in W Contributor Bio John Sheehan is (mostly) from Rochester, NY. He came to Philadelphia to attend Temple University, loved the city and never left. After college, playing in rock bands wasn't paying his rent so he began working odd jobs at Philadelphia's public radio station, WHYY. In 2008, he was hired to work on Fresh Air with Terry Gross and it changed his life. While working on the show, he became a husband and then a father. Shortly after his first daughter was born, he had the idea to start a kids' podcast, Eleanor Amplified.

Ira Khroniuk is a Netherlands based illustrator and pattern designer. Using both traditional and digital media, she loves to create happy, colorful illustrations, friendly characters, and botanical patterns. Ira has worked for prominent clients around the world on projects ranging from editorial illustration, advertising, and product packaging to interior design, retail graphics, and textiles. Outside of her professional life, Ira is a bit of a science geek, fascinated by space, curious about how things work, passionate about books, movies, and food.

Major Detours A Choices Novel Zachary Sergi

Summary Choose your path forward in this mystical interactive YA about the powers of friendship, self-discovery, and tarot.

It's the summer before college and four best friends—Amelia, Chase, Cleo, and Logan—are on the first leg of their road trip inspired by the unique tarot deck that Amelia inherited from her grandmother. However, their trip full of visiting occult shops, bonding and sightseeing, takes a major detour as the friends discover that their tarot deck is more valuable—and coveted—than they could've ever imagined. As the friends race to finish this mystical scavenger-hunt across the West coast and uncover the mysteries of their tarot deck, it is you who will Running Press Kids 9780762471416 decide where to go next and how the story will end. With four possible final and romantic endings, you will get Pub Date: 9/7/21 to make actual choices to further the friends’ road trip adventure in this unique interactive novel. $22.99 CAD Hardcover Will you uncover the mysteries of the tarot deck and the legacy left behind? Will you help Amelia and Chase 320 Pages learn and grow? And will you unravel the secrets these friends keep from each other—and from themselves? Young Adult Fiction / Interactive Adventures Contributor Bio 8.3 in H | 5.5 in W Zachary Sergi is the queer writer of nearly a dozen works of Interactive Fiction, including the Heroes Rise and Versusseries. Zachary was raised in Manhattan, studied Creative Writing at Regis High School and the University of Pennsylvania, and now lives in Los Angeles with his husband, where he also writes for television. Learn more at zacharysergi.com or by following @zacharysergi (Twitter) or @zacharysergiwriter (Instagram/).

Karl James Mountford is an illustrator who works in both traditional and digital media. He has created artwork for such titles as The Uncommoners (Penguin Random House) and A Place Called Perfect (Usborne Publishing), to name just a couple. Karl specializes in book cover design, but also works across a wide range of projects from picture books to middle grade and young adult. He currently lives and works in Wales, where his sketch books rarely get a day off.

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RUNNING PRESS KIDS Where There's a Whisk Sarah J. Schmitt

Summary Life is what you bake it.

Peyton Sinclaire wants nothing more than to escape her life as a diner waitress in her small, North Florida town and attend culinary school. Top Teen Chef, Food TV's new show that pairs reality TV drama with a fast-paced culinary competition, is her ticket out of her boring future. It's a once-in-a- chance to make her dreams come true and Peyton is determined to prove to herself, and the world, that where you're born does not determine where you can go. However, once on the show, Peyton quickly discovers that there is more to the competition than just a well-seasoned dish. Running Press Kids 9780762496815 As things start to heat up on and off the set, Peyton will have to prove to the judges that she deserves to win Pub Date: 10/5/21 while trying to untangle what is real and what is scripted drama, and decide what she is willing to risk to win $22.99 CAD before her dreams end up on the chopping block. Hardcover

400 Pages Young Adult Fiction / Contributor Bio Cooking & Food Sarah Schmitt is a former K-8 school librarian and Youth Service Professional for Teens at a public library who 8.3 in H | 5.5 in W enjoys teaching writing to teens through interactive school visits. She lives near Indianapolis with her husband, two kidlets, and a Houdini-esque pup named Sadie.

Fools In Love Fresh Twists on Romantic Tales Ashley Herring Blake, Rebecca Podos, Rebecca Barrow, Gloria Chao, Mason Deaver, Sara Farizan, Claire Kann, Malinda Lo, Hannah Moskowitz, Natasha Ngan, Lilliam Rivera

Summary Join fifteen bestselling, award-winning, and up-and-coming authors as they reimagine some of the most popular tropes in the romance genre.

Fake relationships. Enemies to lovers. Love triangles and best friends, mistaken identities and missed connections. This collection of genre-bending and original stories celebrates how love always finds a way, featuring powerful flora, a superhero and his nemesis, a fantastical sled race through snow-capped mountains, Running Press Kids a golf tournament, the wrong ride-share, and even the end of the world. With stories written by Rebecca 9780762472345 Barrow, Ashley Herring Blake, Gloria Chao, Mason Deaver, Sara Farizan, Claire Kann, Malinda Lo, Hannah Pub Date: 12/7/21 $22.99 CAD Moskowitz, Natasha Ngan, Rebecca Podos, Lilliam Rivera, Laura Silverman, Amy Spalding, Rebecca Kim Wells, Hardcover and Julian Winters this collection is sure to sweep you off your feet.

288 Pages Young Adult Fiction / Short Contributor Bio Stories, Collections & Anthologies Ashley Herring Blake is a reader, writer, and mom to two boisterous boys. She holds a Master's degree in 8.3 in H | 5.5 in W teaching and loves coffee, arranging her books by color, and cold weather. She is the author of the young adult novels Suffer Love, How to Make a Wish, and Girl Made of Stars (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt), and the middle grade novels Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World and The Mighty Heart of Sunny St. James. Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World was a Stonewall Honor Book, as well as a Kirkus, School Library Journal, NYPL, and NPR Best Book of 2018. Her YA novel Girl Made of Stars was a Lambda Literary Award finalist. Her sixth book, Hazel Bly and the Deep Blue Sea, releases March 2021. She lives in Georgia.

Rebecca Podos' debut novel, The Mystery of Hollow Places, was a Junior Library Guild Selection and a B&N Best YA Book of 2016. Her second book, Like Water, won the 2018 Lambda Literary Award for LGBTQ Children's and Young Adult. The Wise and The Wicked, her third novel, was recently released. A graduate of the Writing, Literature and Publishing Program at Emerson College, she's an a...

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RUNNING PRESS KIDS In the Key of Nira Ghani Natasha Deen

Summary Amy Mathers Award Winner MYRCA Award Nominee R. Ross Arnett Award Nominee American Library Association YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers Red Maple Award Nominee Red Maple Honour Book Barnes & Noble’s Top 25 Most Anticipated Own Voices Novels Chapters-Indigo Most Anticipated Teen Books Running Press Kids Junior Library Guild Selection 9780762465453 CCBC Best Pick for Kids & Teens Pub Date: 11/2/21 $14.49 CAD CCBC Red Leaf Literature Paperback OLA White Pine Teen Committee Summer Reading List

304 Pages Young Adult Fiction / A Guyanese girl must find the balance between her parents' "old world" expectations and traditions Coming Of Age while pursuing her dream of being a great trumpeter in this award-winning, contemporary, coming- 8.3 in H | 5.5 in W of-age story, written by an #OwnVoices author.

Nira Ghani has always dreamed of becoming a musician. Her Guyanese parents, however, have big plans for her to become a scientist or doctor. Nira's grandmother and her best friend, Emily, are the only people who seem to truly understand her desire to establish an identity outside of the one imposed on Nira by her parents. When auditions for jazz band are announced, Nira realizes it's now or never to convince her parents that she deserves ... Contributor Bio Award-winning author Natasha Deen spent the first part of her life in Guyana, then her family moved to Calgary, Alberta, which she found terribly exciting until her first minus-forty-degree winter day, at which point she began to question the sanity of the grown-ups around her. She currently lives in Edmonton, Alberta with

Turner Classic Movies Ultimate Movie Trivia Challenge 400+ Questions to Test Your Knowledge Frank Miller

Summary RP Studio From Turner Classic Movies, this fun and challenging game offers film lovers 400 questions to test 9780762475278 Pub Date: 10/5/21 their movie knowledge! Set includes: $23.00 CAD Other Merchandise TRIVIA DECK: 100 full-color printed cards filled with trivia questions (4 per card) RANGE OF ERAS AND SUBJECTS: Questions on film history encompass a range of subjects from behind 105 Pages Performing Arts / Film the scenes as well as the stars and stories that have lit up the screen from the silent era through modern 3.5 in W times; cards measure 3 x 5 inches KEEPSAKE BOX: Cards are house in full-color printed keepsake box with magnetic closure ENTERTAIN LIKE A PRO: This game works for solo play as well as groups of 2, 3, or more PERFECT GIFT: A movie lover's dream deck TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES: Trivia from the film buff's network

Contributor Bio Frank Miller is the author of several books on film, including Casablanca: As Time Goes By, Censored Hollywood, and the award-winning eScript Classics: North by Northwest. Among his favorite movies are Citizen Kane, The Thing (from Another World), and anything by Sam Fuller. His upcoming works include a show based on the writings of playwright John Herbert and a study of the films of Dario Argento. He lives in Clemmons, North Carolina.

Turner Classic Movies is the definitive resource for the greatest movies of all time. We entertain and enlighten to show how the entire spectrum of classic movies, movie history, and movie-making touches us all and influences how we think and live today.

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RP STUDIO Booze & Vinyl: A Music-and-Mixed-Drinks Matching Game A Music-and-Mixed-Drinks Matching Game André Darlington, Tenaya Darlington

Summary Take your listening sessions to the next level with the game edition of the essential cocktail guide Booze & Vinyl, pairing groundbreaking albums with mood-setting mixed drinks in an entertaining RP Studio new way. 9780762475308 Pub Date: 9/28/21 $22.00 CAD CARD PAIRING GAME: Includes 50 full-color printed cards to match 25 sets of great music + boozy Other Merchandise beverage pairings RECIPE BOOK: 88-page book provides information on the music and full instruction for 25 amazing 88 Pages Games & Activities / cocktails Reference DISCOVER YOUR OWN PAIRINGS: Book includes space to create your own unique music and drink 5.5 in H | 4 in W combinations ENTERTAIN LIKE A PRO: This game works for solo play as well as groups of 2, 3, or more INSPIRED BY BEST-SELLING BOOK: Game based on Booze & Vinyl, the original guide to pairing cocktails with excellent music

Contributor Bio André Darlington and Tenaya Darlington are the co-authors of Booze & Vinyl, The New Cocktail Hour, and Turner Classic Movies: Movie Night Menus. More information at www.boozeandvinyl.com André is a drinks, food, and lifestyle writer based in Philadelphia. He is a former restaurant critic and award- winning wine and spirits columnist. He recently completed a circumnavigation of the globe to survey the world's cocktail landscape, a journey he details in his forthcoming book, Booze Cruise (Running Press, 2021). Instagram: @andredarlington

Tenaya is a food writer and educator in Philadelphia. By day, she teaches writing at Saint Joseph's University; by night she pens the cheese blog Madame Fromage (madamefromageblog.com). She is the author of The Di Bruno Bros. House of Cheese and the forthcoming Milky Way (Workman, 2022). Instagram: @mmefromage Sushi Cats 500-Piece Puzzle Tange & Nakimushi Peanuts, Sam Stall

Summary Bring the mystery and magic of sushi cats -- adorable felines dressed up as sushi -- into your life RP Studio with this deluxe 500-piece puzzle. 9780762475483 Pub Date: 9/7/21 $26.00 CAD If you are new to the wonderful world of sushi cats (or, Neko-Sushi), we're happy to formally introduce you to Game these magical creatures. 32 Pages Games & Activities / Puzzles OFFICIALLY LICENSED: This puzzle is officially licensed with the creators of sushi cats. 7.2 in H | 9 in W 500-PIECE PUZZLE: Printed on high-quality stock, this full-color puzzle includes 500 printed pieces. Finished puzzle measures approximately 16 X 20". FELINE FUN: Sushi cats are an extremely unusual life-form consisting of a cat on top of a portion of sushi rice. But make no mistake, these sushi cats are not for eating. As the story goes, the history of sushi cats is nothing more than the history of mankind itself and they have been known to influence humans since the beginning of time. INCLUDES BONUS BOOK: Flip through an informative, 32-page illustrated book (5 X 6") on the history of sushi cats, describing where sushi cats come from (Sushi Cat Island, of course) and how they've traveled around the world on their flying plates spreadi...

Contributor Bio Tange & Nakimushi Peanuts is the official licensor of Sushi Cats.

Sam Stall has authored or co-authored more than 20 books that span the realm of pop culture. Sam lives in Indianapolis with his wife Jami and their son, James.

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RP STUDIO Tarot 500-Piece Puzzle Nikki Van De Car, Harriet Lee-Merrion

Summary Indulge your love of fortune-telling with the Tarot Puzzle, a deluxe 500-piece puzzle celebrating the RP Studio cards of the Major and Minor Arcana. 9780762474851 Pub Date: 10/5/21 $26.00 CAD 500-PIECE PUZZLE: Printed on high-quality stock, this full-color puzzle includes 500 printed pieces that Game highlight tarot cards and readings. Finished puzzle measures approximately 16 X 20". 32 Pages BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATIONS: Beloved cards of the Major and Minor Arcana (The Star, The Lovers, etc.) Games & Activities / Puzzles are represented on this stunning puzzle image. 7.2 in H | 9 in W DELUXE CASE: This puzzle comes housed in a fully-illustrated box (wafer-sealed) for secure storage. BONUS BOOKLET: Flip through an informative, 32-page illustrated booklet (5 X 6") complete with information on all 78 cards and classic readings to perform (Past-Present-Future, Celtic Cross, etc.)

Contributor Bio Nikki Van De Car is a blogger, mother, writer, crafter, and lover of all things mystical. She is the author of ten books on magic and crafting, including Practical Magic and The Junior Witch's Handbook, and the founder of two popular knitting blogs. Nikki lives with her family in Hawaii.

Harriet Lee-Merrion is an award winning artist and illustrator. Her work is rendered in a wash of pastel colors and delicate black lines, and is influenced by botanical engravings, surrealism, and Japanese woodblock prints. She has worked with international clients including Google, TED, , Bloomsbury and The New York Times, and her work has also been exhibited internationally in New York, London, and Berlin. She is the recipient of a 3x3 International Illustration Award for Editorial Illustration and is a winner of two American Illustration Awards. She has taught at various universities and has spoken internationally on the topic of illustration. She lives and works in Bristol, in the South West of England, and has been working as an illustrator since graduating from Falmouth Arts Universi...

Mystic Mondays: The Cosmic Creatures Deck A Deck and Guidebook to Connect to the Wilderness Within Grace Duong

Summary From the artist behind Mystic Mondays comes a deluxe animal spirit deck and guidebook set, RP Studio 9780762473670 featuring vibrant, celestial illustrations and divine information on 66 cosmic creatures. Pub Date: 10/12/21 $35.00 CAD DESIGNED AND WRITTEN BY GRACE DUONG, FOUNDER OF MYSTIC MONDAYS: Connect to the Other Merchandise powerful, ancient magic of animal spirits through Mystic Mondays: The Cosmic Creatures Deck, a 144 Pages brand-new set from Grace Duong, founder and designer of Mystic Mondays. Body, Mind & Spirit / FEATURES 66 FULL-COLOR COSMIC CREATURE CARDS: Discover the attributes of each of 66 Divination creatures from land, sea, and sky using this beautiful, graphic oracle deck. From panthers to dolphins, 6 in H | 4.8 in W the most captivating and magical animals under the stars are rendered in stunning colors and vivid details on these durable divination cards. INCLUDES FLEXIBOUND GUIDE BOOK: An accompanying 144-page guidebook features animal profiles and enchanted rituals, including connections to astrological signs, super-charged intentions, and powerful crystals. DELUXE KEEPSAKE BOX: Housed in a magnetic-closure keepsake box, with a separate, shrink-wrapped interior travel box for the cards, this on...

Contributor Bio Grace Duong is a multidisciplinary artist, author, and entrepreneur at the intersection of art, tech and metaphysics. She is the creator of Mystic Mondays and the bestselling Mystic Mondays Tarot Deck. Grace lives in Philadelphia.

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RP STUDIO As You Wish: A Guided Journal Inspired by The Princess Bride Princess Bride LTD, Gary Sundt

Summary Put every "inconceivable!" idea to paper with the Princess Bride Journal, an officially licensed, deluxe hardcover journal celebrating the characters and quotes of the beloved film.

Write a perfect "as you wish" letter to your dream date, correct your coworker who "keeps using that word," or plot out your next "inconceivable!" adventure in this handsome guided journal inspired by the world of The Princess Bride.

RP Studio This journal features: 9780762474394 Pub Date: 10/5/21 Full-color illustrated hardcover binding. $19.99 CAD Movie quotes and in-world prompts to inspire fans. 128 Pages Lined and blank interior pages, printed on woodfree paper. Games & Activities / Guided Full-color illustrations throughout. Journals 7.8 in H | 5.5 in W Contributor Bio The Princess Bride LTD. is the official licensor for the beloved classic film The Princess Bride.

Gary Sundt is a writer, producer, and director based in Los Angeles.

BuzzFeed Joy in the Stars Cosmic Journal An Astrological Companion for Health, Happiness, and Self-Care BuzzFeed, Brianne Hogan

Summary Serving as a companion workbook to BuzzFeed: Joy in the Stars, this officially licensed journal from BuzzFeed combines astrology with advice and guidance on what each star sign in the zodiac says about self-care and living your best life.

How does astrology play a role in your overall health, happiness, and well-being? What do you need to know to

RP Studio take care of yourself mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, and to be the healthiest, most joyful 9780762473946 version of yourself? Get started on your self-care cosmic journey with tips, guidance, and advice for every Pub Date: 9/7/21 zodiac sign, dozens of prompts, and space to journal and reflect. $22.99 CAD Diary This journal features: 192 Pages Games & Activities / Guided Illuminating write-ups on all twelve astrological signs Journals Tailored journal prompts, mantras, and self-care rituals for each sun sign 8.5 in H | 6.5 in W Durable hardcover case with a beautiful, vibrant design Uncoated interior paper perfect for writing, reflecting, and tracking your self-care journey Bright, bold astrological illustrations throughout

Contributor Bio BuzzFeed is the leading independent digital media company delivering news and entertainment to hundreds of millions of people around the world. They are headquartered in New York with an entertainment studio based in Los Angeles.

Brianne Hogan is a writer currently based in Prince Edward Island. Growing up, she filled her time with writing stories and visiting a local occult store, checking out books on astrology and preparing charts for her friends. Her adult life is pretty much the same. Her writing and horoscopes have appeared in HelloGiggles, Awesomeness TV, Astrology.com, and Horoscopes.com. As a Capricorn, she's faithfully loyal yet stubborn and Running Press Fall 2021 Frontlist - June 2021 Page 32

RP STUDIO Slow Travel Journal The Small Delights of Going Away Emma Block

Summary With beautiful watercolor illustrations and thoughtful prompts, this guided travel journal offers a place to reflect on and appreciate the beautiful details of your journeys.

As much about mindfulness as it is about travel, it will make every trip a transformative experience.

This journal features:

Compact, travel-friendly design, with a durable hardcover case and rounded corners RP Studio Uncoated interior paper perfect for writing and sketching 9780762499885 75 beautiful watercolor paintings interspersed to offer inspiration and joy Pub Date: 10/5/21 $22.99 CAD 50+ prompts to help you mindfully reflect on your adventures

128 Pages Games & Activities / Guided Contributor Bio Journals Emma Block is a successful freelance illustrator who uses watercolors in a fresh and modern way and isn't 8 in H | 5 in W afraid to break the rules. Her watercolor and gouache paintings have gained her 80,000 followers on Instagram (@emmablockillustration) and she has become a reliable source of online watercolor advice. As well as inspiring budding artists all over the world online she teaches regular sellout watercolor classes in London, where she also lives.

The Princess Bride Poster Book 12 Enchanted Designs to Display Princess Bride LTD

Summary

Add a bit of "as you wish" to your home with an officially licensed, deluxe poster set featuring the iconic characters and quotable lines of The Princess Bride.

This officially licensed, deluxe poster book features 12 unique 8 X 10" removable art prints celebrating the RP Studio beloved film. Fans will find images of treasured characters paired with their favorite lines, including: 9780762474387 Pub Date: 10/5/21 Inigo Montoya and "You keep using that word." $18.99 CAD Paperback Westley and "As you wish." Vizzini and "Inconceivable!" 12 Pages Performing Arts / Film And more! 10 in H | 8 in W Ready for framing or washi-taping to your walls, these posters offer fans of the cult-classic the perfect way to show off their love of Princess Buttercup, the Dread Pirate Roberts, and the kingdom of Florin. Contributor Bio The Princess Bride LTD. is the official licensor for the beloved classic film The Princess Bride.

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RUNNING PRESS ADULT Little Miss Little Compton A Memoir , Debby Ryan

Summary Comedian and actress Arden Myrin delivers a hilarious and heartfelt memoir about navigating adulthood and her rise on the comedy scene despite an unconventional upbringing.

Arden Myrin is the product of not one, but two hasty decisions. Her paternal grandparents ran off and got married twenty-four hours after they met. Arden's parents did one better -- they married on a dare. Growing up in Arden's family, her dad ate nothing but sheet cake, while her mom was busy teaching a Cub Scout troop how to put on a Broadway musical. Oh, and she grew up in a small farm town called Little Compton, Rhode Island. Human population: 3,518. Cow population: 278. General Store: One. Stop Lights: Zero. Running Press Adult 9780762474707 Pub Date: 9/7/21 At nineteen, Arden packed her bags with stars in her eyes and landed at ImprovOlympic in Chicago, where for $22.99 CAD the first time in her life she felt like she finally made sense. After drinking in as much comedy experience (and Paperback Sea Breezes) as she could, Arden got her big break when she was cast on an NBC . She moved to Los 272 Pages Angeles, knowing no one, and quickly realized she had no clue how to be a fully-grow... Humor / Form 8.3 in H | 5.3 in W Contributor Bio Arden Myrin is an actress, writer, nationally headlining standup comedian, and the host of the popular iHeartRadio Bachelor podcast Will You Accept This Rose? She can currently be seen on the smash hit Insatiable as Regina Sinclair (named one of the top 10 most binged shows on ) and has appeared on , Mad TV, Shameless, Inside , Orange Is the New Black, , Grey's Anatomy, Key & Peele, and RuPaul's Drag Race, among others. Arden is from Little Compton, Rhode Island, and currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband Dan and their kitties.

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