Abrams & Chronicle Books

Book SynopsisWith its ambitious, seemingly paradoxical premise, Seeing Beyond Sight is a book of photographs taken by teenagers with limited or no sight. Seeing Beyond Sight documentshow educator Tony Deifell taught his blind students to take pictures as an innovative, multi-sensory means of self-expression. Their intuitive images are surprising and often beautiful. Complementing the photographs are the students'' own words explaining what the process and images mean to them. Seeing Beyond Sight is a rare book of visual art and an educational resource that speaks with inspirational power, not only to the visually impaired community, but to anyone who has ever considered what it means to see.

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Book SynopsisRhinos who rescue know there's no time to slug around when there's a major rager looming. With Mammano's charming illustrations and glossary of rescue lingo, readers can learn about all of the daring heroics in this exciting book. Full color.

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Book SynopsisAward-winning artist Sylvia Long and author Dianna Hutts Aston have teamed up again to create this gorgeous and informative introduction to seeds.Poetic in voice and elegant in design, the book introduces children to a fascinating array of seed and plant facts, making it a guide that is equally at home being read on a parent''s lap as in a classroom reading circle.

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Book SynopsisFlawless (JT Leroy); thoroughly enjoyable read (San Francisco Chronicle); wonderful, terrible, dangerous stories (Pam Houston). Jodi Angel''s collectionnow in paperbackreceived widespread acclaim encapsulated by the Buffalo Daily News: She''s got gripping tales to tell, and each comes across as that rare bird of fictionthe utterly fresh story. The teenaged characters face situations spiraling out of their control, and each totters between disaster and grace. This precarious world is putty in Jodi Angel''s nimble hands, hails the Los Angeles Times. Written with raw directness and understanding that makes these ten stories impossible to forget, The History of Vegas is a must-read debut.

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Book SynopsisThe remarkable history, legacy and craft of Heath Ceramics are told for the first time in word and hundreds of archival and newly commissioned images.

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Book SynopsisWorld-record fever grips the second grade, and soon Ivy and Bean are trying to set their own record by becoming the youngest people to have ever discovered a dinosaur.

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Book SynopsisSudoku is an addictive logic-based game from Japan, which involves numbers, and sharpens your concentration and reasoning, but requires no mathematical skills to play. Including 200 grids of varying difficulty, this pocket-sized notepad includes a pencil and is ideal for strategizing on the bus or train.

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Book SynopsisSex creates odd cultural conventions everywhere, but nowhere has an institution quite like the Japanese love hotel. To be rented by the hour for amorous liaisons, the theme rooms revealed in this provocative collection of photographs are steeped in fantasy, their elaborate dcor ranging from simulated subway cars to religious bondage with much kink in between. These brash rooms are fascinating in themselves, but also present a window into a very classified aspect of this society. The foreword by best-selling author Natsuo Kirino and passages from hotel guest books lend humor and context to these 80 haunting room portraits, creating an astonishing document of sex and romance, public and private space in Japan.

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Book SynopsisWith a plush finger puppet permanently attached to the book and peek-a-boo holes in every page, this charming board book is a fun way for parents and children to play and read together.

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Book SynopsisIntroducing an addition to the acclaimed Mini Masters series. This engaging board book features beautiful works of art paired with playful, rhyming text. In Dreaming with Rousseau, the artist''s vibrant paintings invite readers on a journey to dreamlike jungles packed with playful monkeys, a racing tiger, and other surprises. This unique book will enchant toddlerswith Rousseau''s dramatic works.

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Book SynopsisFrom the best-selling author of The Cheese Course comes a new guide to enjoying one of the most basic yet sophisticated culinary delights: cheese and wine. Janet Fletcher leads readers on an international tour of 70 cheeses,exploring the best wine pairings and serving suggestions. From Oregon''s autumnal Rogue River Blue to aromatic Brind''Amour evocative of the Corsican countryside, cheese lovers will savor the range of textures, flavors, and colors. Featuring mouth-watering color photography and detailed, informative text, this collection of cheeses and the wines that go with them will inspire perfect pairings.

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Book SynopsisGoodbye, caterers. So long, wedding coordinators. Here is the bride''s guide to thinking outside that robin''s egg bluewedding-industry box. In this, the only comprehensive do-it-yourself wedding book, youll find everything you need to pulloff a personalized celebration. No cookie-cutter weddings here! With how-to info on flowers, invites, food, the ceremony,and more, The DIY Wedding makes it easy to spend less and create an event that is entirely original. Inspiring ideas,countless resources, budgeting tips, contract templates, plus start-to-finish projects ease the planning pressure.

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Book SynopsisWalking home late one night from a party, Napa Valley restaurant owner Sunny McCoskey happens upon the shocking sight of a murdered woman, bound and hanging from the tree of a local vineyard. Shortly before, she'd seen a truck leaving a local winery, driving without its headlights on.

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Book SynopsisA set of sticky note pads (25 sheets each of eight designs) adorned with the illustrations from the innovative design team, Sukie.

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Book SynopsisHolds an assortment of more than 100 multipurpose peel-and-stick labels, featuring the beautiful designs of the UK design team Sukie. This work presents variety of shapes, sizes, and colours, of versatile labels.

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Book SynopsisEvery toddler goes through the stage where they want nothing but O-shaped cereal. The challenge for parents is getting kids to ask for fruit salad instead of cupcakes. Faced with this seemingly impossible task with her own child, Jennifer Carden has created The Toddler Café, a guide to making mealtime with children fun and interactive. It offers simple, creative ways for kids to identify with their food, like saying tuna salad is what mermaids eat, or making Minty Pea Pops in ice cube trays. Carden has created over 50 unique recipes that encourage families (including toddlers) to work together to prepare, eat, clean up, and best of all, look forward to a healthy, delicious meal.

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Book SynopsisA collection of inventive and upscale Mexican recipes based upon the signature dishes served at the award-winning Salpicon restaurant in Chicago. It offers a glossary that defines key Mexican ingredients and offers preparation tips and techniques, as well as differentiating the variety of chiles and other produce used in the recipes.

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Book SynopsisThe best advice often comes from the least likely places.I was going to wait until I got married to get a salad spinner. (Lettuce lover, downtown in city.)He''s attractive, he''s nice, and he has cows. (Young woman to another, in Texas.)I was looking for someone for just a really good time, but then I peeked at his iTunes playlist. He''d be serious baggage. (Music lover, in suburb with many Lexus drivers.)You''re not ugly, but if you were smarter, you''d be hot. (Man attempting pickup, overheard by bartender.)What was kind of weird was you called to ask me if you could come by to pick up the Viagra, so you could have sex with someone else. (Young woman on cell phone, on bus.)

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Book SynopsisFrom stocking the nursery to tracking doctor appointments, expectant mothers have plenty to do before their little one arrives. This tote-able and thoroughly practical planner features a series of guided lists organized by trimester to ensure thatmommy makes the most of her nine special months. Includes: - A fold-out masterlist- Guided packing & to-do lists- Appointment trackers- Helpful sidebars- Sticky tags for earmarking lists-in-progress- Handy storage pocket

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Book SynopsisThis flexi-journal features the unique artwork of acclaimed silkscreen artist Jordan Crane.

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Book SynopsisIn this lavishly illustrated collection, designer Amy Butler presents 20 charming, contemporary projects for the nursery and beyond. There''s a snuggly wrap blanket, imaginative plush toys, bright diaper bags, handy travel bibs, and much more. Our innovative packaging makes for easy use7 pattern sheets are neatly tucked into a folder on the inside cover while lay-flat, spiral binding makes for easy reference while sewing. Beautiful photos inspire, while illustrations and simple instructions explain the techniques. Amy also shares tips on choosing baby-friendly fabrics and includes a comprehensive techniques section, glossary, and resource guide. With her eye for detail and her signature fine craftsmanship, Amy has created a delightful offering of handcrafted keepsakes sure to be cherished by generations to come.

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Book SynopsisNoodle dishes are a beloved staple throughout Asia and are eaten at all hours of the day and night. Asian cuisine expert Corinne Trang presents more than 70 recipes that make it easy to discover such simple pleasures as the Vietnamese rice noodle soup known as Pho, mee krob (a sweet and crispy fried rice vermicelli) from Thailand, and Japanese Soba. Chapters are organized by type of noodleWheat, Egg, Buckwheat, Rice, and Cellophane and then Buns, Dumplings, and Spring Rolls, so it''s easy to find just the right treat for the occasion. With a section on basic Asian ingredients plus information on simple equipment and easy techniques to master, this great guide ensures that each dish comes out perfect every time.

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Book SynopsisTrust one of the most inventive companies in the world to come up with an entirely fresh take on travel books. IDEO, the world-renowned design and innovation firm, shifts the attention of the traveler and everyday observer from mere sightseeing toward looking—really looking—at their surroundings. City by city, each book reveals authentic discoveriesat every turn. Culled from the experiences and observations of IDEO''s designers, cultural anthropologists, and architects, this volume delves into the social, architectural, and epicurean scenes of London. Insightful, easy-to-use, packed with photographs, and presented in a convenient on-the-go format, IDEO Eyes Open rekindles curiosity and invites visitors—and residents—to see these cities with fresh eyes.

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Book SynopsisNow the millions of visitors to Stuffonmycat.com can track their cat-stacking exploits in this official journal, which includes stickers!

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Book SynopsisNana is not your ordinary grandma. She never wears cloppy shoes, drinks prune juice, or worries about slippery surfaces. Eufala and Bog''s nana would much rather join the circus, work as a backhoe operator, or maybe become a detective. Which is exactly what happens in this very funny chapter book. When Nana answers an ad in the local newspaper for a detective, she arrives at the police department just in time to investigate the theft of one entire case of delicious Yumdums candy. Can one little old lady find a way to save the day and stop the candy thief from striking again?Look for more adventures starring Nana, Eufala, and Bog coming soon!

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Book SynopsisSigned, sealed, delivered! In this delightful book, card-making mavens Eunice and Sabrina Moyle of Hello!Lucky letterpress gather together more than 25 projects from today''s most talented paper artists. Simple instructions outline card- and envelope-folding basics plus how to screen print, use a Print Gocco machine, hand-bind, emboss, stamp, stencil, and much more. Ready-to-use patterns and spiral binding ease the process while easy-to-follow directions, cute illustrations, and finished project photos make it a cinch to create stacks of boutique-worthy greeting cards.

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Book SynopsisIntended for Uglydoll fans, this journal features the Uglyworm embroidered on the cover.

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Book SynopsisObsessed with GOLF is the latest offering in the series of addictive computer asked-and-answered trivia questions. This comprehensive yet compact book offers more than 2,500 questions that engage and challenge even the greatest golf fan. Each spread also features a lengthier question combining golf history and anecdotes. The computerizedmodule embedded in a corner the book''s cover allows you to test yourself or compete against a friend, making this a truly unique package.

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Book SynopsisThe dinosaur fossils in the museum come to life (and sing, dance, and eat gingerbread) in this rollicking twist on the classic poem ''Twas the Night Before Christmas. And with the enclosed CD, children of all ages can enjoy dinosaur-themed Christmas party music, and hear the story read aloud by the Today Show''s Al Roker! A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the book goes to support the American Museum of Natural History in New York, where the story is set.

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Book SynopsisA Netflix Original Film Series A New York Times Bestselling Series Over 8 Million Copies Sold Finally! After begging their parents for ballet lessons, Ivy and Bean finally get what they want...well, not exactly. Much to their surprise, it turns out ballet lessons do not include karate chops and roundhouse kicks to the villain's heart. The girls have no interest in learning how to dance gracefully, but they promised their parents they would finish the entire ballet course! When it comes time for Ivy and Bean to participate in the ocean-themed class recital, the girls must figure out a way to get out of it without breaking their promises.

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Book SynopsisThis classic cookbook from Food Network star Michael Chiarello is at last available in paperback. It''s vintage Chiarello: blending simple yet sophisticated recipes from Napa Valley''s famed Tra Vigne restaurant with the grace of Wine Country living and the warmth of his Italian heritage. More than 80 rustic recipes are enhanced by personal stories, detailed descriptions of how to choose ingredients for seasonal perfection and deliciousness, and Chiarello''s personal philosophy of life as it relates to cooking—and feeding—those you love.

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