Fall 2020 Children’s Thames & Hudson Children’s ISBN: 978-0-500-98296-9 Fall 2020 Fall Index Barroux, 13 Harman, Alice, 21 Sediva, Tereza, 11 Barrow, Alex, 9 Snaith, Tai, 15 Bemelmans, Barbara, 5 If I Had a Unicorn, 9 Snowden-Fine, Lily, 7 Bemelmans, Ludwig, 5 Sunshine, 5 Big Sticker Book of Blooms, The, Keep an Eye on Ivy, 13 25 Kellock, Helen, 19 Torp, Signe, 17 Bloch, Serge, 21 Train Journey, A, 23 Make Yourself at Home, 17 Corry, Lydia, 3 Marvelous Magicians, 3 Why Do Cats Meow?, 7 Crumpton, Nick, 7 Modern Art Explorer, 21 Mole in a Black & White Hole, 11 You Might Find Yourself, 15 Dawnay, Gabby, 9 Monaco, Gérard Lo, 23 Zommer, Yuval, 25 Out to Sea, 19 Contact Information: 500 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10110 Telephone: 212-354-3763 Fax: 212-398-1252 Email: [email protected] thamesandhudsonusa.com Distributed by W. W. Norton & Company, Inc. 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Through a magical blend of Magicians biography, history, and illustration, this book spotlights an array of magi- cians, including one of the frst female magicians, Adelaide Herrmann; Lydia Corry African American illusionist Richard Potter, “The Handcuf King” Harry Houdini, and Houdin, Houdini’s namesake and inspiration. With two spectacular fold- out pages revealing the secret workings of ALSO OF INTEREST the Automaton Chess Player and Howard Thurston’s dramatic transforma- Why Can’t I Feel the Earth Spinning?: tion of an empty box into a world of wonders, this book examines the early And Other Vital Questions history of magic, the eight magic efects on which all tricks are based, the About Science $19.95 hardcover necessary components of a magician’s toolbox, and the underrated role ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65118- 6 of the magician’s assistant. The book’s grand fnale features advice on becoming a magician, an introduction to contemporary magicians from We Are Artists: Women Who Made Their Mark on the World around the world, and an exploration of the hidden societies who have $19.95 hardcover kept the secrets of illusions closely guarded for decades. ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65196- 4 Vibrantly illustrated and written in a theatrical style, Marvelous Magi- cians is the perfect book for aspiring magicians who want to know more about its history and the innovators who defned it. Lydia Corry is a British illustrator and graduate of the Royal College of Art. Her dynamic and rich illustrations are all painted by hand. ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65221- 3 91⁄8̋ × 117⁄8̋ Illustrated in color throughout 48 pages, including two gatefolds NONFICTION CHILDREN AGES 7+ $19.95 hardcover CAN. $25.95 3 September 4 September A reissue of Ludwig Bemel- mans’s enchanting picture book, which offers a unique view of New York City and will appeal to fans of his classic Madeline books. First published in 1950, this classic picture book by the creator of Made- Sunshine line tells the story of a music teacher and her crotchety landlord who will do anything for peace and quiet. Readers will meet Miss Moore, a A Story About the sweet and eccentric older woman who moves into an apartment in New City of New York York City and, with the help of her students, outwits her landlord, Mr. Sunshine, when he tries to evict her after learning that she intends to run Ludwig Bemelmans a music school in her apartment. Full of charm, umbrellas, and a little bit Note from Barbara Bemelmans of Christmas Eve magic, Sunshine—as the 1950 publication states—is an enchanting tale with the “gentle touch of Madeline, as well as some thoroughly ridiculous situations. [It is] a unique guide to New York City, ALSO OF INTEREST showing its landmarks as they could only be seen through the eyes of Ludwig Bemelmans Ludwig Bemelmans.” $29.95 hardcover Perfect for fans of the original Madeline series, Sunshine will delight ISBN 978- 0- 500- 51995- 0 children and their parents, as well as visitors to and inhabitants of New New York Melody York City. $24.95 hardcover Ludwig Bemelmans (1898– 1962) moved from Italy to the United States in 1914 and became ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65173- 5 an illustrator for the New Yorker, Vogue, and other magazines. His book Madeline was published in 1939, and its sequel, Madeline’s Rescue, followed thirteen years later, winning the Caldecott Medal. His life and work are the subject of Ludwig Bemelmans, the critically praised title in the Illustrators series. Barbara Bemelmans is the daughter of Ludwig Bemel- mans and manager of his estate. ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65235- 0 9̋ × 12̋ Illustrated in color throughout 48 pages FICTION CHILDREN AGES 3+ $18.95 hardcover (CAN. $24.95) 5 MORE MORE CURIOUS QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR PETSFAVORITE Why Do Dogs Sniff Butts Illustrated by Lily Snowden- Fine with Dr. Nick Crumpton ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65223- 7 48 pages NONFICTION $16.96 hardcover (CAN. $22.95) A humorous children’s book featuring delightful illustrations that answer questions about what makes dogs so unique. “Bits and bites about our canine co- dependents, from lore to behavior, breeds, and care . young dog lovers will wolf it down.” —Kirkus Reviews 6 September Charming and educational, Why Do Cats Climb Curtains? will teach you everything you’ve always wanted to know about your furry feline companion. In this new addition to the Curious Questions About Your Favorite Pets Why Do Cats series, children will learn everything they’ve always wanted to know about their cats. This book answers questions like, “How long have people kept Meow? cats?,” “Why do cats like scratching chairs?,” “What does ‘meow’ mean?,” Curious Questions About and “Do cats have nine lives?” Your Favorite Pets series Combining mythological stories—such as how the superstitions surrounding black cats originated and the prominent role cats played Illustrated by Lily Snowden- Fine in ancient Egyptian worship—with zoological information, Why Do Cats With Dr. Nick Crumpton Meow? is a fun, unique reading experience. Children will learn how best to care for their own pet and come to understand why humans and cats have such a special relationship. ALSO OF INTEREST Lily Snowden- Fine is an illustrator and painter based in Toronto. Her clients include the New Why Do Dogs Snif Butts? York Times and Globe and Mail, among others. Dr. Nick Crumpton is a zoologist at University $16.95 hardcover College London. He is the author of The Animal Atlas. They are the duo behind Why Do Dogs ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65223- 7 Snif Butts? Why Don’t Fish Drown?: And other vital questions about the animal kingdom $19.95 hardcover ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65126- 1 ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65238- 1 91⁄8̋ × 117⁄8̋ 27 color illustrations 48 pages NONFICTION CHILDREN AGES 4+ $16.95 hardcover (CAN. $22.95) 7 MORE MORE FROM THE IF . SERIES I . HAD . A If I Had a Dinosaur ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65099- 8 32 pages FICTION $14.96 hardcover (CAN. $19.95) “A fantastic story conveyed through the vivid imagination of a child. Perfect for storytime or for newly independent readers . Dinosaur enthusiasts and young children will love it.” — School Library Journal “A lovely book for young children who dream of adopting their very frst pets . full of energy, imagination and smiles.” — Picture Book Depot If I Had a Sleepy Sloth ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65194- 0 32 pages FICTION $14.96 hardcover (CAN. $19.95) 8 September From the duo behind the best- selling If I Had a Dinosaur comes this humorous and imaginative celebration of unicorns. Have you ever given any thought to what the perfect magical pet would If I Had a be? Giants are far too big, and dragons are way too hot, but what about a unicorn? It might eat all your ice cream for breakfast, but if you get upset Unicorn about that, it will feed you cotton candy! It can sprinkle star dust on grumpy siblings, carry you to soccer practice on a rainbow, and make sure you Gabby Dawnay and Alex Barrow dream nothing but sweet and fufy unicorn dreams. In this playful tale, a little girl fnds out frsthand what it’s like to have a magical creature as a pet. ALSO BY GABBY DAWNAY AND ALEX BARROW Gabby Dawnay is a writer and poet who contributes regularly to OKIDO magazine and is a If I Had a Dinosaur scriptwriter for children’s television. Alex Barrow is a London- based illustrator. He is the art $14.95 hardcover director for and a regular contributor to OKIDO magazine. Their titles include A House for ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65099- 8 Mouse and A Song for Bear. If I Had a Sleepy Sloth $14.95 hardcover ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65194- 0 ISBN 978- 0- 500- 65226- 8 93⁄8̋ × 101⁄4̋ Illustrated in color throughout 32 pages FICTION CHILDREN AGES 3+ $14.95 hardcover (CAN.