CHRONICLE BOOKS RIGHTS GUIDE 2015

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CHRONICLE BOOKS RIGHTS GUIDE 2015
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Current Highlights
642 SERIES
Bestselling series with
675,000 copies sold!
3 foreign editions sold
Creativity journals for endless quirky inspiration
10 titles in the series in print
WILMA’S WORLD
ELENA VANISHING
+ HOPE AND OTHER
LUXURIES
The publishing event of
the season!
Mother-daughter companion
memoirs about a young girl’s
struggle with anorexia
From Clare B. Dunkle, author of
The Hollow Kingdom Trilogy
Good Advice from a Good Dog
Featured in The New York Times!
LETTERS TO…SERIES
Includes 100 uplifting photographs
90,000 copies sold of first two titles!
Perfect for dog lovers!
5 titles in the series
A keepsake gift to last a lifetime.
ART BEFORE BREAKFAST
3 foreign editions sold!
“…it’s tough not to close the cover
without feeling more inspired
than when you opened it.”
—Design Crush
Shelf Awareness Book Trailer of the Day
11 foreign editions sold for Book 1!
15 million viewers of the popular show
Based on the bestselling series
by George R. R. Martin
THE GRUMPY GUIDE LIFE
THE BREAD EXCHANGE
A New York Times Bestseller!
6 foreign editions sold
“…a beautiful and fascinating book.”
An Amazon.com Best Book of the Month,
August 2014
—Library Journal
“…a gorgeously photographed cookbook.”
“…utterly adorable.”
—Yahoo! Food
—The Telegraph UK
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INSIDE HBO’S GAME OF THRONES
Seasons 3 & 4
Featured in Instyle UK, The Times UK,
Food & Wine, and The New York Times
Book Review
Art & Creativity
642 TINY THINGS TO DRAW
642 THINGS TO WRITE ABOUT ME
By Chronicle Books
By San Francisco Writers’ Grotto
Paperback, $9.95, 11 x 14 cm, 304 pages, 2800 words, Fall 2015,
Film/TV rights available
Paperback, $16.95, 19 x 23 cm, 304 pages, 12.5k words, Spring 2016,
In this all-new pocket-size version of the bestselling 642
Things to Draw, not only the book’s physical scale is diminutive, but so are all the quirky things inside that the user is
prompted to draw. Budding artists of all ages will delight in
re-examining the world—from seeds to little sea creatures—
with a new appreciation of the minute and Lilliputian.
Self-reflection meets creativity in this new journal from the
bestselling 642 series. Following the age-old advice to write
what you know, this installment gives journalers the chance to
write about a subject everyone knows very well: themselves.
Packed with quirky prompts, it’s a perfect tool for soulsearching and brainstorming.
642 TINY THINGS TO WRITE ABOUT
ANIMATOR’S SKETCHBOOK
By San Francisco Writers’ Grotto, introduction by Po Bronson
Paperback journal, $18.95, 15 x 20 cm, 176 pages, 1200 words, Fall 2015
Paperback, $9.95, 11.5 x 14 cm, 304 pages, 9000 words, Fall 2015,
The next installment in the bestselling series presents 642 new
writing prompts in an irresistible format. From writing a life
story in five sentences, to elaborating on a tiny detail, this book
will inspire writers to push the limits of their imaginations.
Delightful and thought-provoking, this book offers stumped
writers, journalers, or any creative type a tiny flash of
inspiration.
This Pixar-branded sketchbook provides a single volume in
which to record the incredible journey of the making of an
animated film, coving the full preproduction process with
individual sections for Concept, Color, Story, Characters, and
Worlds. Each section includes a short introduction, inspiring
quotes from some of the best artists working at Pixar, and a few
key examples of related art.
ART + FASHION: Collaborations and
Connections Between Icons
642 THINGS TO DRAW: NEW YORK
642 THINGS TO DRAW: PARIS
By Chronicle Books
Paperback, $9.95, 11 x 14 cm, 304 pages, 2800 words, Spring 2016,
Each of these pocket-size volumes is packed with hundreds
of things to draw that evoke these two great cities—whether
you’re there as a local, a tourist, or simply indulging in Paris or
New York dreams as an armchair traveler.
By E. P. Cutler and Julien Tomasello
Hardcover, $85.00, 23 x 33 cm, 208 pages, 120 photos/illustrations, 25k words, Fall 2015
This deluxe tome celebrates the ongoing creative symbiosis
between the worlds of art and fashion. Collected here are
great collaborations, inspirations, and exchanges between
world-renowned artists and legendary fashion figures from
the mid-twentieth century to today. Each creative exchange
is profiled in informative text and rich imagery, and the whole
is presented in a sumptuous package of magnificent proportions resulting in a book as luxe and chic as the garments it
represents.
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From Earth and Space by Nirmala Nataraj
FUNNY!: Twenty-Five Years of Laughter
from the Pixar Story Room
THE ART OF ZOOTOPIA
Foreword by John Lasseter, introduction by Jason Katz
Hardcover, $40.00, 28 x 23 cm, 168 pages, 1000 words, Spring 2016
Hardcover, $29.95, 22 x 20 cm, 160 pages, 1000 words, Fall 2015
From Toy Story to The Good Dinosaur, some of the most
iconic and hilarious moments in Pixar’s films were first conceived by the artists featured in this book. Buzz Lightyear and
the gang crossing a busy road under orange traffic cones . . .
A monster emptying a full trash can on a plate and calling it
lunch . . . These memorable jokes are what make Pixar films so
original and funny. But there are hundreds of jokes that don’t
make it past the cutting room floor, and Funny! explores this
material in depth, showcasing classic moments from all of Pixar’s films to date, plus never-before-published illustrations and
doodles from the depths of Pixar’s archives.
THE ART OF THE FINDING DORY
Returning to the world of Marlin, Nemo, and Dory, Finding
Dory tells the story of the friendly-but-forgetful blue tang fish
as she reunites with her loved ones. The Art of Finding Dory
exhibits the gorgeous artwork and design that went into the
film’s creation.
Preface by John Lasseter, foreword by Byron Howard
Featuring the stunning concept art behind Disney’s newest
animated feature Zootopia, this behind-the-scenes look at
the elaborate artistry involved in creating the film includes
sketches, storyboards, and colorscripts, as well quotes from
the artists, animators, and production team.
CREATE NOW! A Systematic Guide
to Artistic Audacity
By Marlo Johnson
Paperback, $9.95, 13 x 18 cm, 120 pages, 5900 words, Spring 2016,
This flow-chart style book transforms the creative process into
a simple series of questions. The book begins with clearing your
mind: (Step 1: Do you have any basic physical needs to take
care of at this moment?), and as readers move through a series
of multiple-choice questions, they are guided on a creative
adventure. A fool-proof system for banishing blocks and
opening up to new inspirations.
EARTH AND SPACE: Photographs from
the Archives of NASA
THE ART OF THE GOOD DINOSAUR
Foreword by John Lasseter, introduction by Peter Sohn
What if the asteroid that forever changed life on Earth missed
the planet completely and dinosaurs never became extinct?
Disney’s upcoming film, The Good Dinosaur, attempts to
answer just this question. Showcasing the stunning artwork
from the film’s creation, The Art of The Good Dinosaur offers
the ultimate behind-the-scenes look at the artistic research and
design that went into the making of this film.
Preface by Bill Nye, text by Nirmala Nataraj
Hardcover, $40.00, 28 x 23 cm, 176 pages, 100+ photos, 17k words, Fall 2015,
Take a tour of the universe with this awe-inspiring collection of
photographs from the archives of NASA. Featuring spectacular
views of Earth from above, our solar system, and deep space,
Earth and Space is an unparalleled journey through the cosmos, exploring the beauty and mystery of our universe through
images from the legendary space agency that will captivate
space enthusiasts of all ages and interests.
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FEATHERS
THE LITTLE PLEASURES OF PARIS
By Robert Clark
By Leslie Jonath
Hardcover, $29.95, 18.5 x 23 cm, 176 pages, 50-65 photos, 18k words, Spring 2016
Hardcover, $19.95, 15 x 23 cm, 112 pages, 50 illustrations, 15k words, Spring 2016,
This striking volume by award-winning photographer Robert
Clark offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of bird feathers. Pairing captivating color photographs of single feathers
with insightful text about the evolution and function of each
feather and its bird, this informative and handsome package
celebrates both the science and the beauty of feathers.
Discover Paris’s hidden gems in this enchanting illustrated
guide to the City of Light’s most charming places, objects, and
pastimes. Featuring fifty delightful Parisian experiences—from
a secret garden bursting with pink roses, to the dazzling colors
in the stained glass at Sainte Chapelle, to the exotic birds at
the city’s oldest flower market, and so much more—The Little
Pleasures of Paris is an intimate guide to the wonders that
make Paris such a magical place.
FOR THE LOVE: Heartwarming Celebrations
of Humanity from 25 Photographers
By Eugene Kim and Alice Yoo
Hardcover, $22.95, 18 x 20 cm, 156 pages, 175-200 illustrations, 6000 words, Spring 16,
Let this delightful collection of inspiring, heartfelt, and often
hilarious visual stories brighten your day. Twenty-five photographers from around the world have captured magnificent
displays of ordinary people—husbands and wives, parents and
children, grandparents, friends, siblings, and pet owners—
doing extraordinary things for love. These inspirational photographs will warm your heart and restore your faith in humanity.
LONDONTOWN: A Photographic Tour
of the City’s Delights
By Susannah Conway, foreword by Helen Storey
Hardcover, $14.95, 15 x 15 cm, 224 pages, 6000 words, Spring 2016,
To create this photographic love letter to London at its most
vibrant, Susannah Conway travels through London’s hippest,
most exciting, and most historic neighborhoods, and captures
the city’s effortless cool, iconic sights, vibrant street life, and
timeless savoir faire. From major tourist attractions to hidden
out-of-the-way gems, Conway captures and shares the city as
only a local can.
HERE KITTY KITTY
By Mallory McInnis
Hardcover, $12.95, 15 x 15 cm, 120 pages, 75-100 photos/illustrations,
700 words, Fall 2015, Film/TV rights available
This treasure-trove of adorable and hip illustrations celebrating
cats features images that capture the spectrum—cranky cats,
cute cats, dancing cats, cats reading books, cats in the rain, funny cats, wise cats—illustrated by indie art darlings. Paired with
charming quotations on the magic and mystery of the nature of
cats, this is a playful package full of heartwarming feline fun.
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THEY DREW AS THEY PLEASED: The Lost Art
of Disney’s Golden Age (1930-1941)
By Didier Ghez, foreword by Pete Docter
Hardcover, $40.00, 28 x 23 cm, 208 pages, 25k words, Fall 2015
As the Walt Disney Studio entered its first decade and
embarked on some of the most ambitious animated films of
the time, Disney hired a group of concept artists whose sole
mission was to explore ideas and inspire their fellow animators.
This volume showcases four of these early pioneers, Ferdinand
Horvath, Albert Hurter, Gustaf Tenggren, and Bianca Majolie,
and features artwork developed by them for the Disney shorts
from the 1930s as well as for Snow White and the Seven
Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and some early work for later features
like Alice in Wonderland and Peter Pan. They Drew as
They Pleased is the first in what promises to be a revealing
and fascinating series of books about Disney’s largely unexamined concept artists, with six volumes spanning the decades
between the 1930s and 1990s.
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From Here Kitty Kitty by Mallory McInnis
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From Grumpy Cat ®: No it all by Grumpy Cat
THIS BOOK IS A PLANETARIUM: and Other
Extraordinary Pop-Up Contraptions
CITY SCRATCH-OFF MAP: LONDON
CITY SCRATCH-OFF MAP: SAN FRANCISCO
By Kelli Anderson
By Christina Henry de Tessan, illustrated by Scotty Reifsnyder
and Debbie Powell
Hardcover, $40.00, 24 x 30.5 cm, 5 spreads w/ 6 different pop-ups, 500 words, Fall 2015,
This pop-up paper extravaganza transforms into six fully
functional tools: a working planetarium, a musical instrument,
a geometric drawing generator, an infinite calendar, a message
decoder, and even a speaker that amplifies sound. Each pop-up
is complemented by text explaining the scientific principles at
play. Both educational and extraordinary, this book leaves readers of all ages with a renewed appreciation for the way things
work—and for the enduring magic of books.
Entertainment & Pets
CAT ZODIAC
By Maeva Considine
Hardcover, $14.95, 13 x 18 cm, 112 pages, 15k words, Spring 2016,
This zodiac guide delves into the inner workings of cats,
exploring each sun sign and offering character traits, lifestyle
preferences, and relationship insights. Is your cat aloof and
demanding of your attention? He’s definitely a self-absorbed
Aries. Is your kitten constantly following you around, purring
and waiting for pets? She’s probably a friendly Libra. Insightful,
informative, and filled with whimsical illustrations, this book
helps every cat owner unlock the secret of the feline mystique.
CATS OF 1986
By Chronicle Books
Hardcover, $12.95, 13 x 18 cm, 64 pages, 150 words, Spring 2016,
Celebrating cats and the totally awesome 80s, this hilarious
book features an eclectic cast of felines living it up in 1986.
From school life and prom night to hanging at the mall playing
video games, these cats take on classic scenarios from the ’80s.
With references to the best (and worst) fashion and popculture trends of that time, this mash-up is sure to entertain.
Illustrated map w/ scratch-off icons, $12.95 each, 41 x 51 cm (folded down to
10 x 20 cm), 4500 words, Fall 2015, Film/TV rights available
These portable scratch-off maps—one for London and another
for San Francisco—take travelers on a sightseeing scavenger
hunt through the best of each city. As travelers make their way
to the thirty featured destinations, they scratch to reveal fun
facts and activities that will lead them to little-known discoveries and must-see highlights. A trip through the city becomes a
one-of-a-kind adventure packed with fun for city explorers of
all ages.
CTHULHU:
The Ancient One Tribute Box
Box w/ hand-painted figurine & booklet, $19.95, 11.5 x 16.5 x 7.5 cm, 48 pages,
Cthulhu is the signature character of author H. P. Lovecraft’s
fantasy horror fiction, as special to his fans as Darth Vader is
to Star Wars followers. This totem set includes a collectible
hand-painted figurine to display, an altarpiece stand, and a
booklet discussing the Ancient One’s place in Lovecraft’s works
and in popular culture.
DOG YEARS
By Amanda Jones
Hardcover, $19.95, 24 x 22 cm, 128 pages, 6000 words, Fall 2015,
Dog Years offers a beautiful look at the lives and stories of
30 dogs from photographer Amanda Jones. Portraits of each
dog at both young and old ages, combined with reflections from
their human companions, tell stories of long, happy lives. The
result is a celebration of the long-standing relationship between
man and his four-legged friends.
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DON’T FART WHEN YOU SNUGGLE:
Lessons on How to Make a Human Smile
GRUMPY CAT® 2017 WALL CALENDAR
By Frank the Dog
Paperback, $14.99, 30.5 x 30.5 cm, 24 pages, 300 words, Spring 2016
Meet Frank. This wise-cracking French bulldog and his
hilarious group of friends are experts at offering advice to
other dogs. What’s their goal? To make humans smile! Colorful
photographs accompany lighthearted insights into the weird
and wonderful relationship that dogs share with their human
companions.
By Grumpy Cat
New year, same frown. International sensation and Internet
superstar Grumpy Cat is back to celebrate another year full
of miserable moments with hilarious new photos and cranky
observations.
LITERARY PAPER DOLLS
By Kyle Hilton
Paperback, $12.95, 23 x 30 cm, 34 pages, 1800 words, Fall 2015
FOOD LISTOGRAPHY: My Delicious Life in Lists
By Lisa Nola, illustrated by Claudia Pearson
Paperback w/ ribbon marker, $16.95, 18 x 24 cm, 160 pages, color illustrations,
Fans of the bestselling Listography series are invited to create
lists on the universally loved topic of food. With more than
70 thought-provoking prompts ranging from the classic
(restaurants to try) to the lovably idiosyncratic (ultimate dining
playlist) to the downright delicious (guilty pleasures), this
illustrated journal serves as a unique autobiography as well as
the ultimate bucket list for food enthusiasts of all appetites.
GRUMPY CAT®: NO-IT-ALL
Everything You Need to No
By Grumpy Cat
Experience literary genius first-hand with these paper doll
versions of famous authors. William Shakespeare, Ernest Hemingway, Virginia Woolf, and more come to life in playful style,
accompanied by bookish trivia and scholarly accoutrements.
This is literature brought to life!
NINJAS HAVE ISSUES
GARDEN GNOMES HAVE ISSUES
By Greg Stones
Hardcover, $9.95, 18 x 13 cm, 64 pages, full-color illustrations, 150 words,
Fall 2015 and Spring 2016, Film/TV rights available
Artist Greg Stones turns his popular playfully illustration style
to the badass but surprisingly issue-fraught world of ninjas, and
the tiny troubles of beloved gnomes, detailing their inner lives
with a subversive yet warm and witty sense of the absurd.
International bestseller Grumpy Cat is back to let her signature
frown loose on feel-good topics just begging for a cranky makeover: kittens, rainbows, smiles, and more. Anyone who takes
delight in seeing the glass half empty will love more hilarious
new photos and scathing wit from the official mascot of misery.
Nothing sweet is safe.
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THE PHAROS GATE: Griffin & Sabine’s
Missing Correspondence
By Nick Bantock
A love story for the ages, the bestselling tale of Griffin & Sabine
is told in an inimitable way. Beautifully illustrated postcards and
removable letters weave the sensual and metaphysical together
in a romance full of mystery and intrigue. Published to coincide
with the 25th anniversary of the original Griffin & Sabine, The
Pharos Gate uncovers the lovers’ missing correspondence.
Enriching a beloved tale, this is a gorgeous volume that will be
enjoyed in its own right by a new generation of readers.
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From The World of Vikings by Justin Pollard
TANDEM ACTIVITY BOOK: A Creativity Vehicle
Built for Two
THE WORLD OF VIKINGS
By Lea Redmond
This illustrated activity book—the latest innovation from the
brain behind the bestselling Letters to My… series—packs a
creative adventure for two. More than 75 imaginative activities invite two users to doodle, write, swap stories, daydream,
and play together with the book flipped open between them.
Parents and kids, best friends, and dynamic duos of all kinds
will discover this boredom-buster sparks conversation and
creativity—and doubles the fun along the way!
TINY CAT
TINY DOG
By Justin Pollard, foreword by Michael Hirst
The History Channel’s hit show Vikings has drawn millions of
viewers into the fascinating and bloody world of legendary Norse
hero Ragnar Lothbrok. Covering the first three seasons of the
show, this official companion book delves into the real history
as well as the behind-the-scenes stories. Viking historian Justin
Pollard explains shipbuilding and navigation, Norse culture and
religion, and the first encounters between Viking warriors and
the kings of England and France. Interviews with cast and crew
reveal the process of dramatizing this gripping story, from reviving the Old Norse language to choreographing battle scenes and
building ancient temples for human sacrifice. This spectacular
package is a must for fans of the show and history lovers alike.
By Yoneo Morita
Hardcover, $9.95 each, 11 x 15 cm, 64 pages, 500 words, Spring 2016
Meet the sweetest (and smallest) cats and dogs the world has
ever seen, straight from Japan. Follow their adventures in a
full-size world as they encounter everyday objects like a strawberry, a ball of yarn, and more.
Food & Drink
GRILLED CHEESE KITCHEN
Bread + Cheese + Everything in Between
By Heidi Gibson with Nate Pollak
WHAT’S IT LIKE IN SPACE?
Stories from Astronauts Who’ve Been There
By Ariel Waldman
Hardcover, $14.95, 15 x 15 cm, 120 pages, full-color illustrations,
12.5k words, Spring 2016
Everyone wonders what it’s really like in space, but very few
of us ever have the chance to experience it firsthand. This
captivating illustrated collection brings together stories from
dozens of international astronauts who’ve actually been there,
bringing back accounts of the fascinating, weird, often funny
and awe-inspiring sensations and realities of space travel in and
beyond the Earth’s orbit.
Hardcover, $19.95, 19 x 23 cm, 176 pages, 30 photos, 55k words, Spring 2016
This book includes 70 recipes for grilled cheese and the yummy
foods that go with it like salads, soups, mac & cheese, pickles,
butters, and spreads. Toasted cheese on bread is the ultimate
comfort food and these recipes offer flavors that go from breakfast to lunch through supper.
THE ANTI-INFLAMMATION COOKBOOK
The Delicious Way to Reduce Inflammation
and Stay Healthy
By Amanda Haas with Dr. Bradly Jacobs
Hardcover, $27.95, 18 x 23 cm, 160 pages, 50 photos, 38k words, Fall 2015
Williams-Sonoma Culinary Director and inflammation sufferer
Amanda Haas team’s up with University of California, San
Francisco internal medicine doctor Bradly Jacobs to explain
why inflammation effects our health and what to eat to lessen its
effects. Haas and Jacobs include 70 recipes for basics, breakfasts,
snacks and appetizers, vegetable and grain sides, mains, and
sweets that feature ingredients with anti-inflammatory properties.
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BEER BITES
Recipes and Pairings for Beer Lovers
MON CHER ECLAIR
By Christian DeBenedetti and Andrea Slonecker
Paperback, $19.95, 19 x 23 cm, 144 pages, 30 Photos, 24k words, Spring 2016
Paperback, $24.95, 18 x 25 cm, 168 pages,32 photos, 52k words, Fall 2015
This collection of 65 global recipes that complement different
styles of beer is perfect for beer enthusiasts and cooks alike.
Whether a home brewer, craft beer lover, or party host, this
book is sure to find a place in any kitchen. Organized into
chapters by beer characteristic, with pairing suggestions and
interesting headnotes, this is a great-looking, accessible cookbook and reference guide.
By Charity Ferreira
Professionally trained pastry chef Charity Ferreira includes 50
recipes for éclairs, profiteroles, and gougeres. With three chapters including accoutrements (i.e. pastry cream and bittersweet
chocolate glaze) plus introductory text on the basics, these
recipes embrace the traditional while adding new flavors in
unique and very delicious ways.
LOW-SO GOOD
GJELINA
California Cooking from Venice Beach
By Jess Goldman Foung
By Travis Lett
This modern compendium of low-sodium living is a guide for
the more than 20 million people living with this dietary restriction. With attractive recipes, lifestyle elements, and a freshvoiced author, this book speaks to health-conscious eaters,
cooks, and advice seekers alike.
Gjelina the cookbook features 125 of the rustic and utterly
delicious salads, toasts, pizzas, vegetable and grain dishes,
pastas, and fish and meat main dishes from the book’s popular,
namesake restaurant. More than 300 stunning color photographs from acclaimed photographer Michael Graydon and
stylist Nikole Herriott evoke the Venice Beach vibe and Gjelina
aesthetic.
CIDER MADE SIMPLE
All About Your Favorite New Drink
By Jeff Alworth, illustrations by Lydia Nichols
This comprehensive book covers the basics of cider-making, an
overview of modern fermented cider and its origins, as well as
what makes cider “cider.” Later chapters follow cider-making,
from the traditional regions in the U.K., Spain, Normandy, and
Brittany to the New World of Canada and North America.
GLUTEN-FREE WISH LIST
Sweet & Savory Treats You’ve Missed the Most
By Jeanne Sauvage
Hardcover, $29.95, 18 x 25 cm, 256 pages, 30 color photos, 84k words, Fall 2015
Now celiacs, those with gluten and wheat intolerances, and
the health conscious alike can enjoy 100 of Jeanne’s mouthwatering creations. Gluten-Free Wish List is a journey through
how a food restriction became a way of eating more healthfully
and consciously without sacrificing flavor.
DRINK LIKE A MAN
By Esquire Magazine
This is that modern guy’s bar handbook, with essays on drinking
in style, important drink history to know, matching the drink of
the moment, and inventory lists of what to always have in your
sideboard. Drawing inspiration from the magazine’s “Eat Like a
Man” column and blog, this book is a must-have for the modern
guy who enjoys a good drink.
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From The Guittard Chocolate Cookbook by Amy Guittard
THE GUITTARD CHOCOLATE COOKBOOK
Decadent Recipes from San Francisco’s Premium
Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Company
SWEET AND TART
70 Irresistible Recipes with Citrus
By Amy Guittard
With 60 great recipes from a time-honored, trusted brand, The
Guittard Chocolate Cookbook will be the new notable chocolate book, with potential to backlist nicely as chocolate books
do. This book will tap in to that universal love for all things
chocolate and appeal to chocolate eaters of all kinds.
By Carla Snyder
Sweet and Tart celebrates the mouth-puckering goodness of
citrus with 70 totally tempting, accessible recipes. This zesty
cookbook spans sweet and savory, adding tang and brightness to
recipes with the taste of lemons, grapefruits, oranges, and limes.
Lifestyle & Family
THE NEW DEHYDRATOR
By Sara Dickerman
Paperback, $19.95, 18 x 23 cm, 160 pages, 30 photos, 5000 words, Spring 2016
This book includes 70 recipes for using a home dehydrator.
With recipes for everything from deeply flavored jerky to zesty
mango slabs, The New Dehydrator gives techniques, formulas,
and seasonings for additive-free, intensely delicious dried fruits,
vegetables, and meats.
SALMON
By Diane Morgan
Paperback, $19.95, 19 x 23 cm, 160 pages, 24 photos, 38k words, Spring 2016
This cookbook features 40 to 50 carefully curated recipes
showcasing the very best ways to prepare salmon and discusses
all-things-salmon—from the health benefits of including salmon
in one’s diet to how to shop for salmon to, of course, recipes—
in a creative way from a true salmon expert.
40ISH WEEKS
A Pregnancy Journal
By Kate Pocrass
Paperback with ribbon marker, $14.95, 15 x 20 cm, 144 pages, 600 words, Fall 2015,
This illustrated journal offers moms-to-be a place to document
the colorful details of their pregnancy, from first reactions to
being pregnant to meeting baby. Featuring classic and quirky
prompts—covering symptoms, cravings, and more—plus space
to record week-by-week notes, this unique keepsake invites
expectant mothers to capture the fleeting and amusing minutiae
alongside the unforgettable milestones.
52 SMALL CHANGES FOR THE MIND
Improve memory • Minimize Stress
Increase Productivity • Boost Happiness
By Brett Blumenthal
Paperback, $16.95, 15 x 20 cm, 320 pages, 74k words, Fall 2015
SWEET MIDDLE EAST
Classic Recipes, from Baklava to Fig Ice Cream
By Anissa Helou
Steeped in tradition, Middle Eastern sweets are sumptuous
with butter and nuts and deliciously fragrant with spices and
honey. With 70 recipes, Anissa Helou explores the iconic and
popular sweets that are sold in specialty shops, hawked by
street vendors, and made in home kitchens throughout the
Middle East and North Africa.
A practical guide to making one small, achievable lifestyle
change each week to improve mental well-being and overall
health and happiness, from a certified wellness and fitness
coach who incorporates scientific research from health experts
in a variety of fields.
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LETTERS TO MY GRANDCHILD
Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.
WEDDINGS IN COLOR
500 Creative Ideas for Designing a Modern Wedding
By Lea Redmond
By Vané Broussard and Minhee Cho
Hardcover (12 fold-and-mail envelopes & sticker seals), $14.95, 20 x 9.5 cm, 12 pages,
800 words, Fall 2015
This keepsake booklet of letters offers an immediate way for
grandparents to give the gift of a lifetime to their grandchild
of any age. With 10 prompted and 2 blank letters, grandparents
are invited to share their stories and words of wisdom for
younger generations to cherish.
LETTERS TO MY LOVE
By Lea Redmond
500 words, Fall 2015
Like a dozen grand gestures in one, this innovative format
invites romantics to declare their affection to their beloved in
12 fold-and-mail style letters to be opened in the future. Ideal
for anniversaries, long-distance relationships, or engaged
couples, this paper keepsake captures a moment in time and
serves as an enduring expression of love.
LETTERS TO OPEN WHEN…
In this candy-colored guide, Vané Broussard and Minhee Cho
team up to present hundreds of uniquely modern style ideas
for every aspect of a wedding in eight stunning color palettes.
Simple DIYs will spark creativity while interviews with industry
experts provide important insider info.
YOGA 365
Daily Wisdom for Life, On and Off the Mat
By Susanna Harwood Rubin
Hardcover w/ ribbon marker, $16.95, 9.5 x 15.5 cm, 372 pages, 36k words, Fall 2016
Yoga 365 presents a year’s worth of daily, yoga-themed inspirations. Arranged by date (January 1–December 31), entries are
100 words or less—perfect for a morning or bedtime reading,
incorporating into a yoga session, or reading on the go. Each
entry delivers a satisfying dose of yoga wisdom, covering mindbody topics such as balance, strength, and compassion, plus
occasional overviews of yoga history and pose origins.
Crafting & Home
By Lea Redmond
500 words, Spring 2016
Each prompt in this book of 12 fold-and-mail style letters
suggests a moment (“Open when you need a pep talk,” “Open
when you’re missing me”) when the recipient might need an
uplifting message from the person who loves and knows them
best. Whether it’s for a best friend, a long-distance partner, a
child away at school or camp, or a deployed solider, this paper
missive is the perfect pick-me-up for any occasion.
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AMY BUTLER PIECE KEEPING
By Amy Butler
Hardcover, $29.95, 19 x 23 cm, 176 pages, 48k words, Spring 2016
Amy Butler Piece Keeping contains 20 quilting projects that
take advantage of what Amy does best: sewing, quilting, and
patterns. Complete with easy-to-follow instructions, diagrams
and patterns, and more than 100 photographs showing details
of each project—from necklaces and scarfs to quilts and a
gorgeous patchwork dress—Amy Butler’s signature designs
and textiles shine throughout.
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From Amy Butler Piece Keeping by Amy Butler
BE MINE
25 Paper Products to Share the Love
FANTASTIC CITIES
A Coloring Book of Amazing Places Real and Imagined
By Sally J Shim
By Steve McDonald
Paperback, $14.95, 15 x 15 cm, 128 pages, 15k words, Fall 2015,
Paperback, 30 x 30 cm, 60 pages, 400 words, 58 b/w illustrations, $14.95, Fall 2015,
This sweet-as-can-be paper crafting book offers 25 adorable
projects to spread the love. Featuring styled photography and
simple instructions, Be Mine brims with inspiration for making
love-themed greetings to surprise and delight adults and children alike!
In this distinctive large-format coloring book, artist Steve
McDonald presents beautifully illustrated aerial views from
around the world offer bird’s-eye perspectives of visually arresting cities from New York, London, and Paris to Istanbul, Tokyo,
Guadalajara, Rio, Amsterdam, and many more. Also included
are a selection of immersive architectural mandalas created
from his cityscapes for deeper meditative coloring adventures
and imaginative flights of fancy
FURNITURE MAKES THE ROOM
By Barb Blair
Hardcover, $27.95, 20 x 25 cm, 192 pages, 33k words, Spring 2016
Author Barb Blair presents 15 before-and-after furniture
projects, and then takes each piece into 2 to 3 different styled
settings, explaining how to build a room around a statement
piece and showing the versatility of furniture. This book will be
visually-rich with a slim “toolbox” section at the back including
techniques, tools, and tips for recreating each of the 15 looks.
SUNDAY SEWS
By Theresa Gonzalez
Paperback, $22.95, 18 x 25 cm, 152 pages, 27k words, Spring 2016,
Sunday Sews presents 20 easy-breezy wearables and home
accessories that can be made in a day. The simple designs
incorporate basic techniques and unfussy lightweight fabrics,
perfect for beginners and early intermediates—and anyone
looking for a fresh take on weekend crafting.
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HAPPINESS IS. . . BEING IN THE MOMENT
By Lisa Swerling and Ralph Lazar
Paperback, 15 x 15 cm, 272 pages, 500 2-color illustrations throughout, $12.95,
World, Spring 2016
From the authors of the bestselling Me Without You and
Happiness Is. . . series, this book brims with charming illustrations that remind us to appreciate the simple moments in life:
being the first one awake, sitting by a fan on a hot day, breakfast in bed, meditating, spotting a hummingbird, and more.
The book celebrates mindfulness and joy without being too
sappy or sweet and makes an irresistible gift for any occasion.
LING
L
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S
BEST IES!
SER
Finding the Happy in the Everyday
Happiness Is…
500 Things to Be Happy About
Friendship Is…
500 Reasons to Appreciate Friends
By Lisa Swerling & Ralph Lazar
978-1-4521-3600-4 • $12.95 PB
6 x 6 in, 272 pp
978-1-4521-3657-8 • $12.95 PB
6 x 6 in, 272 pp
6 foreign editions sold to France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Korea, and Mainland China!
Over 2 million likes for the Happiness Is… Facebook page and over 600,000 likes
for the Friendship Is… Facebook page!
COMING SOON
Happiness Is…
20 Notecards and Envelopes
Happiness Is… A Journal
Happiness Is… Sticky Notes
978-1-4521-4574-7 • $8.95
Fall 2015
978-1-4521-4573-0 • $9.95
Fall 2015
978-1-4521-4572-3 • $14.95
Fall 2015
Happiness Is…
2016 Daily Calendar
978-1-4521-4254-8 • $13.99
Spring 2015
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