Abrams & Chronicle Books

Book SynopsisSo many women dream of having it all—being kickass mothers and running their own successful businesses. This book helps them take the leap with confidence. Serial entrepreneurs (and moms) Meg Mateo Ilasco and Cat Seto draw on their own successes and missteps to reveal exactly how to choose the right business, find clients, write a business plan, launch a blog and Web site, stay focused at home, and more. Insightful Q&As with enterprising mothers like fashion designer Cynthia Rowley and Style Me Pretty blogger Abby Larson demystify the many nuances of balancing work life with family time. It''s not easy. But this practical and inspiring guide helps make it possible.

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Book SynopsisFood Network and Cooking Channel star Aida Mollenkamp lays an invaluable foundation for cooks in How to Be in the Kitchen. This comprehensive manual collects more than 300 innovative, contemporary recipes as well as color photographs, plenty of informative illustrations, a substantial technique primer, and helpful how-to information on subjects as wide-ranging as rust removal, throwing a cocktail party, and knife skills. For members of the tech-savvy new generation who can''t cook but want to, this essential reference guide makes an ideal starting place and for those already at ease in the kitchen it''s full of who knew moments for expanding their repertoire of great recipes.

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Book SynopsisThank-you notes have never been so colorful, clever, and outrageously fun as this collection from The Small Object. Featuring two different designs (repeating 4 times each) and full-color envelopes, these cards are the perfect way to share smiles and gratitude.

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Book SynopsisBy the author of Whole Beast ButcheryWith the rise of the handcrafted food movement, food lovers are going crazy for the all-natural, uniquely flavored, handmade sausages they''re finding in butcher cases everywhere. At San Francisco''s 4505 Meats, butcher Ryan Farr takes the craft of sausage making to a whole new level with his fiery chorizo, maple-bacon breakfast links, smoky bratwurst, creamy boudin blanc, and best-ever all-natural hot dogs. Sausage Making is Farr''s master course for all skill levels, featuring an overview of tools and ingredients, step-by-step sausage-making instructions, more than 175 full-color technique photos, and 50 recipes for his favorite classic and contemporary links. This comprehensive, all-in-one manual welcomes a new generation of meat lovers and DIY enthusiasts to one of the most satisfying and tasty culinary crafts.

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Book SynopsisThe extraordinary life of photojournalist, artist, and avid adventurer Dan Eldon inspired a bestselling book, a foundation to support creative activism, and now a major feature film. Gathering together over 200 pages from Eldon''s journals, this revised edition of the critically acclaimed book features a new foreword by Kweku Mandela, a new afterword by Alicia Dougherty, and approximately 20 new pieces of art. It is the legacy of a young artist killed by an angry mob in Somalia just as his creative powers were beginning to be recognized by himself and others. Through these elaborately collaged and colorful pages, Eldon''s journey will continue to inspire many future generations to come.

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Book SynopsisOrganize travel memorabilia with this handy take-along album. Protective sleeves in two different sizes preserve keepsakes, from ticket stubs and business cards to photos, postcards, and maps. With space in the margins for jotting down notes, the Travel Stub Diary can be used as a scrapbook of souvenirs or an on-the-go guide to favorite hotspots. Acid-free pages will keep travel memories in tip-top shape for years to come.

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Book SynopsisA collection of notecards that features colour photogrtaphy by Annabelle Breakey, featuring two scenes with a Happy Birthday greeting printed inside.

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Book SynopsisFor every bride who dreams of making her special day exactly that—hers—this gorgeous book shows how to mix personal touches with vintage style for a truly meaningful celebration. From flea market chic to Great Gatsby grandeur, each chapter from wedding stylist Elizabeth Demos features photographs from real weddings and easy-to-follow instructions for achieving the look. Simple DIY projects make it easy for brides to add their own personal stamp. With 200 photographs, 12 inspiring mood boards, creative styling ideas, and guidance on sourcing accents and materials, Vintage Wedding Style bursts with brilliant ways to create an unforgettable wedding with a hint of vintage charm.Table of Contents• A photo-driven wedding look book that's two parts inspiration one part DIY • Packed with ideas, projects, resources and above all gorgeous photographs of real weddings to help brides-to-be design and dream about their special day

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Book SynopsisInspired by Dan Eldon's wildly creative journals, this notebook allows anyone to create their own artist's journal. Appealing for artists of all ages, the notebook features Dan Eldon's artwork and hand-lettered quotes from his journals as well as room to draw, collage, dream, and write.

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Book SynopsisCoretta Scott King Book Award, Illustrator, HonorRobert F. Sibert Informational Book Award, HonorBoston Globe–Horn Book Award, Nonfiction HonorParent''s Choice AwardWall Street Journal''s 10 Best Children''s Books of the Year ListBologna Ragazzi Nonfiction Honor 2014In exuberant verse and stirring pictures, Patricia Hruby Powell and Christian Robinson create an extraordinary portrait for young people of the passionate performer and civil rights advocate Josephine Baker, the woman who worked her way from the slums of St. Louis to the grandest stages in the world. Meticulously researched by both author and artist, Josephine''s powerful story of struggle and triumph is an inspiration and a spectacle, just like the legend herself.

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Book SynopsisThe bold, bright colors of India leap right off the page in this fresh and funny picture book retelling (with a twist) of how Ganesha came to help write the epic poem of Hindu literature, the Mahabharata. Ganesha is just like any other kid, except that he has the head of an elephant and rides around on a magical mouse. And he loves sweets, especially the traditional dessert laddoo. But when Ganesha insists on biting into a super jumbo jawbreaker laddoo, his tusk breaks off! Ganesha is terribly upset, but with the help of the wise poet Vyasa, and his friend Mr. Mouse, he learns that what seems broken can actually be quite useful after all. With vibrant, graphic illustrations, expressive characters, and offbeat humor, this is a wonderfully inventive rendition of a classic tale.

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Book SynopsisFurniture Makeovers shows how to transform tired furniture into stunning showpieces. You''ll never look at a hand-me-down dresser the same way again! The book offers 26 easy-to-follow techniques that can be applied to all different types of pieces, from bookshelves to desks: painting, applying gold leaf, wallpapering, distressing, dip dyeing, and more. In addition to the core techniques, author and Knack Studios founder Barb Blair shares 30 beautiful before-and-after makeovers from her studio and outlines how to achieve each look. With helpful step-by-step photographs, a visual glossary explaining all the tools and materials needed, and a lovely contemporary aesthetic, Furniture Makeovers is a treasure trove of ideas and instruction for the home decorator.

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Book SynopsisThe crepe-making bible! Step-by-step instructions, simple ingredients, and a bit of flair make this favorite food achievable for any home cook. Crepes can be rustic or delicate, homey or elegant . . .  and appear to require far more effort than they actually do. Marth Holmberg brings a modern perspective to this favorite food, with easy do-ahead tips (crepes freeze beautifully!) and fresh flavor combinations. Holmberg is uniquely equipped to bring crêpes into the home kitchen. Trained at the renowned La Varenne cooking school, she has been a food writer, editor, and cook in the United States, England, and France for the past two decades. Her lifelong love of this favorite food is apparent throughout this collection of 50 sweet and savory recipes, ranging from the simple and snacky Butter-Sugar-Lemon of her teenage years to the crepe cakes and cannelloni of an accomplished cook. Her encouraging instructions and master formulas produc

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Book SynopsisThe joys of commuting by bike attract scores of new converts every year. But as fresh-faced cyclists fill the roads, they also encounter their share of frustrations—careless drivers, wide-flung car doors, zoned-out pedestrians, and aggressive fellow cyclists, to name a few. In this follow-up to the best-selling Bike Snob, BikeSnobNYC takes on the trials and triumphs of bike commuting with snark, humor, and enthusiasm, asking the question: If we become better commuters, will that make us better people? From the deadly sins of biking to tactics for dealing with cars, pedestrians, and other cyclists, this primer on bike travel is a must-read for cyclists new and seasoned alike.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing delicate illustrations and lots of space for users to record their own musings and adventures, this charming journal (inspired by the top-selling Let''s Bring Back) gives fans of bygone elegance a chance to wax nostalgic and remember the fun of past and new delights. Keepers of this sophisticated journal will find prompts throughout to experience a skating party, write a list of favorite flower names, wear fake eyelashes, pick a patron saint, buy some daisies, contemplate bed curtains, and more.

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Book SynopsisTwo babies go on two big-city adventures, and there are so many exciting sights to see! In New York, Baby!, Times Square, Broadway, Central Park, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art number among the top destinations; while in San Francisco, Baby!, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman''s Wharf, and Alcatraz are some of the main attractions. Rhyming text and charming illustrations make these picture books perfect for babies—and parents—who are always on the go, or who have big-city dreams!

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Book SynopsisThis keepsake journal prompts mothers to record their own personal advice (The best medicine for a broken heart is: and A woman is most beautiful when:) alongside inspiring quotes and thoroughly modern yet time-honored counsel on all aspects of life, from love and friendship to education, travel, and fashion. With brightly colored interiors and a ribbon marker, this treasure helps mothers create the gift of a lifetime.

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Book SynopsisTake a stroll through Édith Piaf''s Belleville, dine at Napoléon''s favorite restaurant, and explore the late-night haunts of Ernest Hemingway, Josephine Baker, and Pablo Picasso. From the author of the best-selling City Walks: Paris deck, this lively collection of walking adventures follows in the footsteps of more than 25 of the city''s iconic former residents. Throughout, Paris is seen from the intimate vantage point of those who loved it best, from the bars where authors penned classic works to the markets and patisseries where food lovers indulged. Including photos and full-color maps throughout, each walk in this book guides visitors and locals through the city that inspired some of the world''s most famous artists, writers, chefs, musicians, politicians, and more.

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Book SynopsisLatest addition to the critically acclaimed, commercially successful, and bestselling Ivy + Bean series!

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Book SynopsisIt's simple to redecorate with these wall stencils featuring Amy Butler's signature designs. With a 24 page booklet with instructions and tips for how to use the stencils in your own home plus 10 stencil designs, this portfolio of ideas will transform your house into the home of your dreams.

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Book SynopsisIt always bothered me that Aasif was more than merely funny-he''s also a great actor. Now I''ve learned he''s an amazing storyteller as well, and I am furious . . . but also grateful. Aasif''s movement between cultures and genres is what makes him and his story singularly funny, poignant, and essential.- John Hodgman, author of The Areas of My Expertise and More Information Than You RequireMy father moved our family to the United States because of a word. It was a word whose meaning fascinated him. It was a singularly American word, a fat word, a word that could only be spoken with decadent pride. That word was . . . Brunch! ''The beauty of America,'' he would say, ''is they have so much food, that between breakfast and lunch they have to stop and eat again.'' —from International House of PatelIf you''re an Indo-Muslim-British-American actor who has spent more time in bars than mosques over the past few decades, turns out it''s a little

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Book SynopsisPeekaboo! I see you! Spread this clever book flat and peek through each funny face for hours of fun. With bold colors and simple words, acclaimed author and illustrator Taro Gomi shows youngsters a new way to look at the world around them.

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Book SynopsisSoft, fashionable, easy to find, and fun to work with, felt is a crafter''s dream material. This stylish collection presents 24 simple yet elegant projects to make with felt—chic headbands, sweet flower bouquets, adorable package toppers, gorgeous necklaces, and more. Crafters of all skill levels will be reaching for their stash to get started! With stunning photography, helpful how-to illustrations, and plenty of inspiration, So Pretty! Felt uses this popular material in new and unexpected ways for oh-so-pretty results.

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Book SynopsisYigit Pura is a sugar fiend . . . and a pastry dynamo! His striking desserts have sparked excitement and devotion throughout his career, from the top pastry kitchens of New York and San Francisco to the winner''s podium on Top Chef: Just Desserts. His sugar showcase is Tout Sweet Patisserie, his pâtisserie and dessert laboratory on San Francisco''s Union Square.Now, in Sweet Alchemy, Yigit shares his approach to pastry and his sweet formulas for the very first time. He demonstrates how fun and, in fact, simple it can be to combine straightforward basics into beautiful, multilayered desserts.Each ingredient-driven chapter (sugar, flour, dairy, fruit, and chocolate) contains new twists on traditional recipes, such as Butterscotch Sauce, Sweet Almond Tart Dough, and Baked Berry Meringue Kisses. These playful sweets can be served on their own or combined into irresistible mélanges such as the Negroni Creamsicle, a composition of Citrus & Vanilla Bean Scented Panna Cotta, Grapefruit-Campari Gelee, and Ruby Red Grapefruit Supremes, or the Sexy Chocolate Coupe, a chocolate extravaganza that marries Dark Chocolate Cremeux to Bittersweet Flourless Chocolate Cake.This book brims with innovative recipes and classic techniques that will elevate your pastry game and bring you into Yigit''s world. You will be inspired to create your own sweet alchemy.

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