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"When I tie up my hair, it feels like I'm wearing a new pair of shoes." A young woman is out in the world for the first time, living on her own. When she decides to tie up her hair one day, she embarks on a journey of small, almost imperceptible but impor …

Sweet and simple drawings for creative fun! In this whimsical new guide, Japanese illustrator and master doodler KAMO shows you how to draw the cutest sketches you've ever seen. And she makes drawing them so easy! Start with a squiggle, a circle or a line …

An extraordinary collection of Japanese ghost stories, many in English for the first time! This spine-chilling anthology of 77 spooky stories from the Japanese collection Tales from Shinshu is compiled and edited by award-winning author Noboru Wada. It fe …

**2012 Creative Child Magazine Preferred Choice Award Winner!** A cultural adventure for kids, All About Japan offers a journey to a new place--and ways to bring it to life! Dive into stories, play some games from Japan, and learn some Japanese songs. Two …

Think you can't bake artisan sourdough at home? Think again! Sourdough Bread: Beginner's Guide with Bakers Recipes and Techniques is your go-to resource for delicious, handcrafted bread. Baking bread is easier than you think, especially when you are baki …

This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Japanese fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a vibrant literary culture. For 60 years, generations of English-speaking children around the world have been enchanted …

Author and artist Kamo is back with her ever-popular doodles! Cute, funny and simple drawings--alongside step-by-step instructions--are sure to inspire readers of all ages to sit down and start doodling. Begin with a line or squiggle, and then turn it int …

Sometimes the real treasures are the people you meet along the way! Fans of Mac Barnett, Jory John, and Chris Haughton will adore this hilarious story of a bank robbery that doesn't go according to plan. Loosely inspired by the most famous bank heist in A …

Make it fun and easy for kids to practice self-care, foster independence, and build self-confidence, with the help of these step-by-step photos from Montessori teacher Saniyyah Kahalilallah. With a toddler-sized hairbrush, a mirror hung at just the right …

This complete guide provides lessons and insights from 100 professional artists! Imagine an art class taught by 100 professional Japanese manga and anime illustrators. In much the same way, this essential guide gathers the collective knowledge, tips and t …

A fun and helpful resource for anyone interested in learning some Korean--whether you're 5 or 100! This picture dictionary covers the 1,500 most useful Korean words and phrases. Each word and sentence is given in Korean Hangul characters--with a Romanized …

In today's thriving maker culture, kids are hungry for hands-on guidance in creating stylish wearables and practical objects, or hacking and customizing existing ones. Authors Nicole Blum and Catherine Newman get them started with complete instructions fo …

Kids are tough on their clothes...Fortunately, they're creative too! Mending With Kids shows you how to make kids' torn and stained clothes wearable again using a variety of simple sewing and decorating techniques that foster kids' participation. It inclu …

"The most revealing and subjectively penetrating assessment of Baldwin's life yet published." --The New York Times Book Review. "The first Baldwin biography in which one can recognize the human features of this brilliant, troubled, principled, supremely c …

"Delightful book...humorous rhyming text...bright illustrations" - Ana Rodriguez for School Library Journal. A STEM book about a biracial girl who responds to unusual gifts-that happen to be alive! Includes full text and a pronunciation guide in both Span …

"A sharp-tongued spokesman for Japan's environment and traditions" --The New York Times In Alex Kerr's critically acclaimed Lost Japan and Dogs and Demons, he documented the decline of the traditional landscapes of Japan, his adopted home of many years. H …

Treasured for centuries by karate's top masters, the Bubishi is a classic Chinese work on philosophy, strategy, medicine, and technique as they relate to the martial arts. Referred to as the "bible of karate" by famous master Chojun Miyagi, for hundreds o …

Twist you brain five ways with crossword puzzle books for adults. Benefit #1 Crossword puzzles are among the best ways to keep your mind sharp. Benefit #2 With words running vertically as well as horizontally, the eye/mind coordination is increased. Benef …

Official blurb coming soon. This is Leia and Adrian's story, and this book is part of the off-limits series. It's a standalone novel with a guaranteed happily ever after. Author's note: the official publication date will likely be sooner than stated.

This book is a set of 30 reading passages with comprehension questions appropriate for first-grade students, focusing only on decodable words and teaching struggling readers at the word level, including all decodable texts that focus on phonics skills. In …

Throughout Islamic history numerous scholars have authored compilations of Forty Hadith. Al-Imam al- Nawawi is perhaps the most prominent of them, while one of the earliest is al-Hasan b. Sufyan al-Nasawi. Following "...in the footsteps of the aforementio …

This colorful activity book invites kids to explore the world of plants and how they grow through creative hands-on activities. Kids don't need a big backyard or outdoor space to learn about gardening and how plants grow. This introductory garden book, p …

With this compact portable reference in hand, crafters can quickly and easily look up any of 100 different sheep breeds, the characteristics of their fleece, and the kinds of projects for which their fleece is best suited. Each breed profile includes a ph …

This is the first complete life of Bach ever written for children. Every important incident is mentioned and every detail of the story is true. It is filled with vivid descriptions of Bach's childhood: how he sat up many nights and copied music by the lig …

A cat in a tutu is worth a thousand words! Using the most common embroidery stitches, Cat Mania Embroidery places your feline friends in wacky situations of the kind they'd probably get themselves into, given half the chance. Wide-eyed "Who--me?" cats; da …

Shakespeare famously said, "The course of true love never did run smooth." And it's true; sometimes love can get a little messy. But how can you find true love if you're focused on the mess? In this salient and impactful guide, compassionate relationship …

A NEW LIFE That's what the move to Canyon Falls was supposed to offer me. A chance to leave my past behind. But day one I manage to paint a target on my back, and the vindictive boys who run this school- Pax, Finn, and Holden- decide to turn me into the …

Monarchs are a favorite and familiar North American butterfly, and their incredible annual migration has captured the popular imagination for generations. As populations of monarchs decline dramatically due to habitat loss and climate change, interest in …

This essential companion for putting your food dehydrator to work features instructions and techniques for drying all the most popular fruits and vegetables, along with meat and herbs. You'll learn to dry fruits and vegetables at their peak, giving you an …

"Rollicking fun...cleverly written...multicultural illustrations in brilliant colors.... [A] wealth of information." - Barbara Mojica, Top 1,000 Reviewer In Publisher's Weekly. A child and grandfather till, plant, and harvest fruits, vegetables, flowers, …

Unleash the power inside your own body to transform your life Semen Retention is a centuries-old practice that allows you to harness your body's vital energy and redirect it to any area of your life. From achieving the perfect body to outstanding result …

HAVE YOU QUESTIONED YOUR DREAMS? DO YOU BELIEVE THEY ARE UNATTAINABLE? DO YOU LACK THE POWER TO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES AND SHAPE YOUR LIFE? ARE YOU CONSTANTLY BATTLING SELF-LIMITING BELIEFS? We often struggle with uncertainty because of what w …

This is one of the few series of talks and lectures as well as a personal account of the G. I. Gurdjieff's spiritual and philosophical development providing specific suggestions and practices for achieving inner knowledge. The first section is mainly auto …

The journey of the Exodus is one that each of us on the planet is destined to travel-all of us who struggle to heal from trauma, loss, and deep disappointments, and who long to live and love again. We are blessed to have, in the Passover Seder, a ritual a …

"I will be" is a confession that "I am not " The Father's will is always "I AM." Until you realize that YOU are the Father (there is only one I AM and your infinite self is that I AM), your will is always "I will be."-Neville Goddard An extraordinary book …

Tagalog for Beginners is a straightforward and user-friendly guide to the Tagalog language. It is the book to help you learn Tagalog (Filipino) on your own, quickly and accurately--whether you're traveling to the Philippines for a vacation or a business t …

She's his fianc�e's younger sister. He's the man she's always loved. When her sister doesn't show up on her wedding day, Raven has no choice but to take her place - but marriage to Ares Windsor is nothing short of torture. The elusive billionaire media …

I Spy Easter Coloring and Guessing Game Book For Kids If you are looking for an interactive I Spy book for kids ages 2-5 then this fun activity book is perfect for you. This I SPY From A-Z Book make a perfect gift for toddlers and preschoolers who love g …

Andrew Loomis (1892-1959) is revered amongst artists - including comics superstar Alex Ross - for his mastery of drawing. His first book, Fun With a Pencil, published in 1939 is a wonderfully crafted and engaging introduction to drawing, cartooning, and …

An indespensable resource that supports vestry members and clergy in their ministry. Trusted by tens of thousands of vestry members, wardens, and rectors, The Vestry Handbook is the indispensable guide to the day-to-day functions of an Episcopal parish. T …

Learn the fascinating game of American Mahjong with this expert guide. This affordable best-selling book is one of the only available game strategy guides specifically geared toward American Mahjong (Mah Jongg) and follows the official National Mah Jongg …

This collection of mystery and horror stories is regarded as Japan's answer to Edgar Allan Poe. Japanese Tales of Mystery & Imagination, the first volume of its kind translated into English, is written with the quick tempo of the West but rich with the fa …

See the world in a whole new way! Acclaimed illustrator Julia Rothman combines art and science in this exciting and educational guide to the structure, function, and personality of the natural world. Explore the anatomy of a jellyfish, the inside of a vol …

This is a complete and easy-to-use guide for reading and writing Chinese characters. Learning written Chinese is an essential part of mastering the Chinese language. Used as a standard by students and teachers learning to read Chinese and write Chinese fo …

Arabic Stories for Language Learners&#8212a language learning experience for beginner to intermediate students of the Arabic language. The traditional stories of a country are invaluable at providing insight into understanding the culture, history and lan …

In the Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible knitting guru Hitomi Shida shares some of her favorite needlework patterns. Shida's strikingly original designs and variations on every imaginable classic stitch result in intricate patterns that form the basis for be …

Find hundreds of easy day trips within two hours of Rochester. Explore the beauty and hidden gems of the Rochester, New York, area with local travel expert Debi Bower. As the founder of the website daytrippingroc, Bower offers detailed guides and suggeste …

The most enjoyable way to learn about an unfamiliar culture is through its stories--especially when they're told in two languages! Korean Stories for Language Learners introduces 42 traditional Korean folktales with bilingual Korean and English versions, …

Packed with mesmerizing undersea photography, this book invites kids to explore the fascinating behavior and intelligence of this remarkable creature of the deep. The Incredible Octopus combines amazing photos with in-depth facts to get kids aged 7 and u …

'No Means No!' is a children's picture book about an empowered little girl who has a very strong and clear voice in all issues, especially those relating to her body and personal boundaries. This book can be read to children from 3 to 9 years. It is a spr …

Written with spunk, humor, and a lot of love, Surgery on Sunday teaches kids they can be brave, even when it's hard. Sunday, a kid with an ocean-sized imagination, is nervous about her upcoming ear surgery. Mom and Dad tell her to put on a brave face, but …

Learn to read, write, and speak everyday Japanese with manga stories! If you enjoy manga, you'll love learning Japanese with this book. The language lessons are interspersed with entertaining manga comic strips, making it easy to learn and remember all t …

Capturing the peak flavor of freshly harvested produce and preserving it for year-round eating is easier than ever with Freeze Fresh, the ultimate guide to freezing and enjoying more than 55 popular fruits and vegetables. Author Crystal Schmidt shares her …

The culmination of 25 years of research, Alex Bennett's groundbreaking English translation of Miyamoto Musashi's The Book of Five Rings reveals the true meaning of the original work. Plus, definitive translations of five more known works of Musashi! This …

Don't Wake the Dragon is a fantastic and interactive bedtime story featuring a sound-asleep dragon who under no circumstances is to be woken up! Children are tasked with checking in on the sleeping dragon as the castle cook drops his pots and pans and whe …

Clinical social worker Jen Daily helps kids understand the science behind feelings, taking them on a lively tour of the brain to see where anger, anxiety, sadness, and joy start, and offering activities for calming emotions. Where do feelings come from? …

In this all-crochet addition to the One-Skein Wonders(R) series, Edie Eckman and Judith Durant offer 101 exciting crochet projects -- including jewelry, scarves, bags, hats, dresses, and home decor items -- that each use just one skein of yarn. With proje …

- A micro-encyclopedia for those who want to know the perfumer's work and learn about the perfume industry from the inside, but have no guide on where to start.

The new female manager's encyclopedia -- how to lead like a pro and spin teamwork into value, even with little experience! If you've been newly appointed to a managerial position with a few years of experience under your belt... you may struggle to get us …

Prepare to be spooked by these chilling Japanese short stories! Strange Tales from Japan presents 99 spine-tingling tales of ghosts, yokai, demons, shapeshifters and trickster animals who inhabit remote reaches of the Japanese countryside. The captivating …

Ease your stress and finally get a good night's sleep with the help of this guide to the top herbal remedies and natural methods. A good night's sleep is the key to good overall health--both physical and mental--but as many as a third of adults say they d …

Learn about Japanese culture while improving your language skills! Japanese Folktales for Language Learners presents 22 traditional stories in parallel Japanese and English versions on facing pages, with detailed notes and exercises aimed at beginning to …

Become a football trivia expert with these tough questions! The Ultimate Football Trivia Book tests and expands your knowledge on the sport of football--covering players' careers from Draft Day to the rookie season, the Pro Bowl, and beyond! In this colle …

Eat like your favorite K-Drama TV Stars! If you're a fan of Korean dramas, or simply a fan of Korean food, then this book is for you! Here you'll find 61 delicious recipes for classic Korean dishes, including those you may have seen on your favorite K-Dra …

The first time I met the grumpy lumberjack next door, I almost burnt down his cabin. The second time, I was throwing tampons at a moose (don't ask). The third time, I was naked. And Henri Gagnon is not just my neighbor and landlord, but a pain in my optim …

From the creator of Corduroy, a newly restored classic picture book that celebrates a child's bond with the natural world. Every summer Ty's family came to camp in their trailer at the same beautiful spot on the white sand dunes by the ocean. And every ye …

This sweet book is a perfect "secret weapon" for parents. Ninja Potty Break brings some fun and whimsy to potty training and empowers little ones to master any toilet, no matter where they are.

Become a more attentive observer and deepen your appreciation for the natural world. The unique five-year calendar format of The Naturalist's Notebook helps you create a long-term record and point of comparison for memorable events, such as the first song …

Grow, grow, grow! With these magical words, a tiny tiger turns into a colossal cat, and a growing calf becomes a gigantic whale. Each day, you're growing, too! For all the little ones who are eager to grow.

Step-by-step instructions and symbol charts put these 139 creative new border designs within reach for beginning and advanced crocheters alike. If you're ready to chart your own crocheted course, Edie Eckman offers plenty of helpful design advice, includi …

Learn about Korean culture while improving your language skills! Korean Folktales for Language Learners presents 36 traditional folktales in parallel Korean and English versions on facing pages, with detailed notes and exercises aimed at beginning to inte …

Truly pocket-sized and light, Kaplan's NCLEX Medication Review provides a concise, portable review of 300+ medications frequently prescribed in clinical practice. Reorganized to combine related therapies, this slim volume reviews only the medications and …

This book is your ultimate guide to Japan's scariest creatures! Yokai come in every imaginable shape and form--from frightening ghosts and cruel demons to cute fairies and enchanted animals. They can be evil monsters, harmless tricksters or prophets of do …

Join interfaith commentator Eboo Patel as he explores what it means to be "literate" about other faiths, how interfaith cooperation "works" and why, the skills needed for interfaith cooperation and the significant role that our institutions, including col …

When we unite our suffering with the suffering Christ, we learn that it can be redemptive and fruitful as part of His salvific mission. The Seven Intentions of Mourning are each conscious choices and together a unique pathway to healing where our grief fi …

He's the most powerful man in Ibiza, and he'll do anything to make me his. I've been raised to be the perfect mafia wife, but when my marriage turns into a horrific nightmare, I have no choice but to leave everything behind and start a new life. I find m …

Cardboard is everywhere! For creative kids aged 9 to 14, it's the perfect eco-friendly building material, and Cardboard Box Engineering is the perfect guide to get them started on inventive tinkering. A working kaleidoscope, a marble roller coaster, a rob …

Grow your own apples, figs, plums, cherries, pears, apricots, and peaches in even the smallest backyard! Ann Ralph shows you how to cultivate small yet abundant fruit trees using a variety of specialized pruning techniques. With dozens of simple and effec …

In a world full of trials and tribulations, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and defeated. What if I told you that you have the power to emerge stronger and better than ever before? This captivating book unravels the unique perspective of an author who faced …

Learning Hiragana and Katakana is a systematic and comprehensive Japanese workbook that is perfect for self-study or use in a classroom setting. Written Japanese combines three different types of characters: the Chinese characters known as kanji, and two …

Winner of the Shirley Jackson Award. Named One of the Top 10 Thrillers to Read This Summer by Time Magazine. Misery meets The Vegetarian in this psychological thriller about loneliness and the dark truths we try to bury. In this tense, gripping novel by a …

This is a simple comic about simple foxes. Come join Green and Blue once again for their simple adventures through everyday life in the third heart-warming volume of Foxes in Love. Volume 3 contains exclusive comics which were never released online.

What happens when you accidentally throw a blueberry pie in your brother's best friend's face? You marry him a week later for health insurance, of course. Dreamy lumberjack Remy Gagnon is not just my brother's best friend, he's my new husband-thanks to my …

Scottish Highlanders, and their descendants all over the world, are no better and no worse than any other people where "sinful" behaviour is concerned. Standards of morality and social conventions changed dramatically during the 19th century - and most of …

A fun and helpful resource for anyone interested in learning some Japanese--whether you're 5 or 100! This picture dictionary covers the 1,500 most useful Japanese words and phrases. Each word and sentence is given in Japanese script--with a Romanized vers …

Meet digital natives on their own turf! Our students are already accustomed to constantly-evolving mobile technology and they crave more than what plain paper and pencil can provide. Veteran teacher, renowned author, and tech expert Mark Barnes shows educ …

Running your own small farm is demanding enough, but making it profitable presents a host of further challenges. In this business-savvy guide to farming on a small scale, Sarah Aubrey covers everything from financial plans and advertising budgets to web d …

Anyone can doodle--and this book proves it! Your intrepid doodling guide Kamo is the author of many bestselling drawing guides, and in this one she shows you how to create simple doodles anywhere using just a ballpoint pen. You'll learn to use Kamo's mot …

The stories in this book are people stories; a chronological, political and social drama running parallel with a rapid coming of age in an unknown world. In between is a history of a tiny country and its people, lessons learned and family remembered. "Pa …

1. Easy Crossword Puzzles for Seniors: Super Fun Edition will help those in their twilight years keep their mind sharp. 2. A daily crossword puzzle helps seniors keep busy while having fun in the process. 3. It's never too late to start learning, and the …

Learn the secrets to obtaining Bruce Lee's astounding physique with this insightful martial arts training book. The Art of Expressing the Human Body, a title coined by Bruce Lee himself to describe his approach to martial arts, documents the techniques he …

Now available in a gorgeous hardcover slipcase edition, this "object d'art" will be sure to add grace and elegance to tea shelves, coffee tables and bookshelves. A keepsake enjoyed by tea lovers for over a hundred years, The Book of Tea Classic Edition wi …

***If You Want to Spend Quality Time with Your Kids in a Way That is Fun for Both of You, Then You Are in The Right Place*** We all know that spending time with our kids is important, but it's not always easy. Whether they are bored or just plain naughty …

This book is a set of 30 reading passages with comprehension questions appropriate for second-grade students, focusing only on decodable words and teaching struggling readers at the word level, including all decodable texts that focus on phonics skills. …

**Named a "Best of Ceramic Books" by Book Riot** Old, broken objects can become more beautiful than ever! The thought of throwing away a cherished dish or mug can be heartbreaking. If you've ever wanted to repair a treasured piece rather than tossing it i …

The complete beginner's guide to selecting and maintaining the right plants for all of your spaces! Plants are like people -- they feel at home in certain spaces and not in others. House Plants for Every Space explains how to select the right plants for y …

Here is the story of Ludwig van Beethoven, greatest master of all, told with feeling and delicate skill for boys and girls. "Perhaps he, too, will become a musician, like all the Beethovens!" said Father Johann...From then on, the four-year-old Ludwig was …

Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep is the best-selling, most trusted reference for farmers and backyard homesteaders with any size flock. The fifth edition is now updated with full-color illustrations and photographs throughout, including a gallery of the be …

Acupressure is an ancient Chinese healing art developed over 5000 years ago. Similar to acupuncture using needles on the vital energy points of the meridians, acupressure uses only the fingers to massage on the energy points which activates the body to re …

Poetry collection by Louise Waakaa'igan, recipient of the 2017 PEN Poetry Prize for her first-place poem, "There is Where." In this eagerly anticipated volume Anishinaabekwe poet Louise K. Waakaa'igan lets us hear the "winds of flutes" even as she writes …