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Jeremy's troubles begin when his eccentric neighbor leaves him an experiment for safekeeping: a jackalope! This so-called mythological creature looks like a bunny rabbit, but comes with razor-sharp antlers and is purported to be a ruthless killer. When government agents show up at Jeremy's house seeking the jackalope for their own nefarious purposes, Jeremy must find a way to protect the jackalope, and himself. So he reluctantly joins forces with Agatha, his holier-than-thou genius neighbor. Together, with the jackalope (and his weapons-grade antlers) tucked away in a backpack, they have only one chance to save Jack and still get their science fair projects in on time. With her striking sense of humour, Emily Ecton has created a hilarious and suspenseful adventure, complete with a compelling and unforgettable cast of characters.

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In this newest colouring book by the author of the internationally bestselling FANTASTIC CITIES (more than 400,000 copies in print), artist Steve McDonald uses his unique photo-based approach to create beautiful and intimately detailed line drawings of amazing collections of objects. Finding inspiration in the unusual (museum collections, antiques and quirky toys) and the everyday (leaves, butterflies, vintage cameras, store product displays), McDonald creates playful and immersive illustrations that are as lovely as they are fun to colour. The quality of the large, crisp white pages are conducive to a range of applications, while a middle margin keeps all the artwork fully colourable. A dozen meditative mandalas created from the drawings round out this gorgeous adult colouring book.

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Something is not right with Nadia Cara. While spending a year in Florence, Italy, she's become a thief. She has secrets. And when she tries to speak, the words seem far away. Nadia finds herself trapped by her own obsessions and following the trail of an elusive Italian boy whom only she has seen. Can Nadia be rescued or will she simply lose herself altogether? Set against the backdrop of a glimmering city, One Thing Stolen is an exploration of obsession, art, and a rare neurological disorder. It is also a celebration of language, beauty, imagination, and the salvation of love.

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Remember the good old days with this illustrated journal, perfect for keeping track of ideas the analog way.

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These delectable notecards feature artwork by award-winning illustrator Isabelle Arsenault. Great for birthdays, weddings, Valentine's Day, or any other sweet occasion.

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A fun new way to sightsee, this portable scratch-off map of Washington, D.C., is like a scavenger hunt through thirty must-see landmarks and hot spots around town. Scratching off the metallic icons on the map reveals activities, fun facts, and highlights to look out for: learn about the treasures hidden inside the cornerstone of the Washington monument, see some of the oldest examples of printing in the world at the Library of Congress, or look for symbols at the city’s many famous memorials. The reverse side of the map offers more extended information about each landmark—its history, little-known trivia, and more things to do, plus the address and nearest cross street.

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Haunted Mansion meets Stranger Things ★ "A smart, thrilling mystery" -Publishers Weekly, starred review ★ "Magical elements, evocative, intelligent writing, and ever-ratcheting suspense."-Kirkus Reviews, starred review "The foreboding atmosphere perfectly matches the dark mystery and high stakes confronting the middle-schoolers." –Booklist For as long as the Vickery twins can remember, Lee and his mother have served Memory, while Felix and his father assist Death. This is the Agreement. But one Halloween, Gretchen Whipple smashes her way into their lives. Her bargain is simple: If the twins help her solve the murder of local girl Essie Hasting, she'll help them break the Agreement. The more the three investigate, however, the more they realize that something's gone terribly wrong in their town. Death is on the loose, and if history repeats itself, Essie's might not be the last murder in Poplar Wood. Simultaneously heartwarming and delightfully spooky, The House in Poplar Wood is a story about a boy's desire to be free, a girl's desire to make a difference, and a family's desire to be together again.

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With this deliciously witty pair of tea towels, home cooks can dill with messes in a snap or simply display and appreciate the lovely illustrations.

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London-based design studio BerinMade combines the beauty of fine stationery with a pop of colourful fun. With a block of brightly coloured paper and foil on the covers, these notepads are truly eye-catching.

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London-based design studio BerinMade combines the beauty of fine stationery with a pop of colourful fun. With a block of brightly coloured paper and foil on the covers, these notepads are truly eye-catching.

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Boys will be boys. Unfortunately, they will also be arsonists, wrecking balls, flooders, and eight-limbed ninjas of destruction. It is their nature. With photos pulled from the 1950s on, this book celebrates the wacky, illogical, dangerous, and ridiculous things boys do. Parents everywhere will laugh in recognition at each bit of mischief and misadventure-all proof that boys really do need parents.

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Meditation has gained widespread popularity as an effective tool for living peacefully and mindfully in the moment. But what is it exactly, and how does it work? Invitation to Meditation provides simple answers in a beginner-friendly format that weaves the experience of meditation directly into the reading-proving just how easy and enjoyable it can be. The artfully-designed package features a jacket embellished with gold foil and a spaciously laid-out interior with light illustrations that evoke calm and serenity; while the text presents timeless wisdom that is perfectly suited to modern life. As accessible as it is deeply resonant, Invitation to Meditation is for fans of meditation and newcomers alike, and makes a meaningful gift for anyone interested in exploring the present moment.

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At once a practical gift and an elegant desktop statement, this sturdy box has 200 labels in a variety of shapes and jungle designs to adorn packages, folders, homemade treats, and more.

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A treasure trove of inspiring quotations in the tradition of the bestselling Whatever You Are, Be a Good One, this new volume from beloved author and artist Lisa Congdon gathers rousing wisdom from history’s great minds on how to be bold, stay strong, and take courage. Congdon lends her signature style of = brilliant hand lettering to sage advice on such subjects as perseverance (“If you fell down yesterday, stand up today”—HG Wells), authenticity (“What should I be but just what I am?”—Edna St. Vincent Millay), and confronting fear (“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced”—James Baldwin). Filled with uplifting reminders to seize the day, Fortune Favors the Brave demonstrates that when embarking on a new adventure, the right words of encouragement can be a priceless gift.

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On Haven, a six-mile long, half-mile-wide stretch of barrier island, Mira Banul and her Year-Rounder friends have proudly risen to every challenge. But then a superstorm defies all predictions and devastates the island, upending all logic and stranding Mira's mother and brother on the mainland. Nothing will ever be the same. A stranger appears in the wreck of Mira's home. A friend obsessed with vanishing disappears. As the mysteries deepen, Mira must find the strength to carry on-to somehow hold her memories in place while learning to trust a radically reinvented future. Gripping and poetic, This Is the Story of You is about the beauty of nature and the power of family, about finding hope in the wake of tragedy and recovery in the face of overwhelming loss.

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A sister is a friend for life, and a friend can be a sister. Sisterhood is one of the most liked topics for the 3.5 million Happiness Is . . . fans on social media and this cute-ascan- be book captures 200 beautiful moments of sisterhood among friends and friendship between sisters. From sharing clothes and hosting parties to making pinky promises and staying close when you're far apart, this book says "I love you" in 200 different ways. Featuring the iconic illustration and charming captions of the beloved Happiness Is . . . brand, it's the perfect way to honor sisters by birth and sisters of the heart.

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This sweet-as-can-be paper crafting book offers 25 adorable projects to spread the love. From an XOXO Pop-Up Card to a Love Message in a Bottle, a Heart-Shaped Box, and an "I'm Sweet on You" Lollipop Cover, each creative design is easy to make and irresistibly charming. Featuring styled photography and simple instructions, Be Mine brims with inspiration for making love-themed greetings to surprise and delight adults and children alike.

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From the creators of the Happiness Is ... series comes a smile-worthy gift book to show dads how much we care-on Father's Day, their birthday, or any other day of the year. Each book features 200 reasons to treasure those only-with-Dad moments, from getting much-needed advice to learning a new recipe, building a tree fort, taking a long walk together, sharing inside jokes, or just getting a big hug. Featuring the brand's signature sweet illustrations and friendly tone, these books celebrate all the personal moments, big and small, that we love to share with Dad.

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This striking and elegant hardcover journal features a laser-cut front cover over an intricate neon-coloured design inspired by the screen blocks common in mid-century modern architecture.

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From Alice Yoo and Eugene Kim, curators of leading art and photo blog My Modern Metropolis, comes a collection of highly creative and incredibly inspirational visual stories from twenty-five contemporary photographers. These stories capture magnificent displays of ordinary people--parents and children, husbands and wives, grandparents, friends, siblings, and pet owners--doing extraordinary things for love. From Batkid's mission to save San Francisco, to the husband who wore a pink tutu all over the country to bring his sick wife joy, to a collection of portraits of people 'happy at 100'--these inspirational photographs will warm your heart and restore your faith in humanity.

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This portable scratch-off maps transform a trip through Paris into a scavenger hunt through thirty of its most popular destinations . As travellers make their way to each attraction, they scratch to reveal fun facts and activities leading to must-see highlights and unexpected discoveries at each place. Illustrated in full-colour and written by the author of bestselling City Walks decks, Christina Henry de Tessan, this map provides a one-of-a-kind travel adventure fun for all ages.

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The last year of elementary school is big for every kid. In this novel, equal parts funny and crushing, utterly honest and perfect for boys and girls alike, Christine Gouda faces change at every turn, starting with her own nickname—Tink—which just doesn't fit anymore. Readers will relate to this strong female protagonist whose voice rings with profound authenticity and absolute novelty, and her year's cringingly painful trials in normalcy—uncomfortable Halloween costumes, premature sleepover parties, crushed crushes, and changing friendships. Throughout all this, Tink learns, what you call yourself, and how you do it, has a lot to do with who you are. This book marks beloved author Karen Romano Young's masterful return to children's literature: a heartbreakingly honest account of what it means to be between girl and woman, elementary and middle school, inside and out—and just what you name that in-between self.

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Sunday Sews presents 20 irresistible designs that can be sewn on a weekend and enjoyed for a lifetime. Featuring minimalist style and unfussy lightweight fabrics, they are as functional as they are chic. Think drapey shift dresses, flattering tunics and skirts, tanks and tops perfect for layering, pretty aprons, go-anywhere tote bags and gifts for children and loved ones. Step-by-step instructions and technical illustrations make construction a breeze, whatever the reader's skill level; and lush photographs showcase the finished projects in clean, uncluttered settings. Sleekly packaged and brimming with atmosphere, Sunday Sews evokes everything we love about the most relaxing day of the week.

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The perfect paper confection for any occasion. This bakery box of notecards includes a dozen doughnut designs, address labels and envelopes to keep messages fresh.

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An entertaining book with a fresh style of illustration style that encourages kids to give up their binky.

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The Land & Sea stationery program introduces us to the simple, quirky designs of Donna Wilson, a London-based designer and proprietor of her own line of highly original wearables, furnishings, and home accessories. The bright colourblock illustrations featured in these stationery products are both modern and familiar but utterly distinctive, featuring friendly animals and fantastical scenery. Inside the Land & Sea Flexi Journal are four repeating spreads (lined and unlined) adorned with irresistibly odd objects - think raindrops, acorns, and cute creatures of the sea.

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Four hilarious children's stories, two inventive brothers, one irresistible and award-winning beginner chapter book. Join Charlie and Mouse as they talk to lumps, take the neighborhood to a party, sell some rocks, and invent the bedtime banana. With imagination and humor, Laurel Snyder and Emily Hughes paint a lively picture of brotherhood that children will relish in a beginning chapter book format; making this a perfect book for young readers graduating from picture books.

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This funny and poignant memoir from celebrated familyman blogger Jason Good delves into the magic, fails and meaning of fatherhood.Here he shares the story of his father, a charismatic, communicative and affectionate man who taught him how to live and how to be a dad to his own two young sons. The moment Jason was told he would lose his father to cancer and the year that followed, inspired him to reflect on how an imperfect father can be perfection in all the ways that matter in the end. Exploring the highs, lows and complications of fatherhood with tenderness and humour, Rock, Meet Window will have fathers (and mothers, too) thinking about those extraordinary qualities that make a good father so special to us all.

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Daddy blogger and comedian Jason Good's 100 hilarious lists on the awesome and ridiculous things fathers (and mothers) encounter as parents of young children. Written with wonder, sentimentality and totally original comedy, this is a sweet and super-funny read every parent will enjoy.

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Having mastered ballet in Flora and the Flamingo, Flora takes to the ice and forms an unexpected friendship with a penguin. Twirling, leaping, spinning and gliding, on skates and flippers, the duo mirror each other's graceful dance above and below the ice. But when Flora gives the penguin the cold shoulder, the pair must figure out a way to work together for uplifting results. Artist Molly Idle creates an innovative, wordless picture book with clever flaps that reveal Flora and the penguin coming together, spiralling apart and coming back together as only true friends do.

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Where has Lily been lately? Everywhere, as always! In this travel-themed doodle book, kids join Lily on her lively outings, doodling the details and learning about the joys of travel. Kids will love filling in elements of Lily's world, all while drawing scenes of their real (and imagined) adventures. An entertaining ticket to hours of fun!

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Lupe Impala, El Chavo Flapjack, and Elirio Malaria love working with cars. You name it, they can fix it. But the team's favorite cars of all are lowriders-cars that hip and hop, dip and drop, go low and slow, bajito y suavecito . The stars align when a contest for the best car around offers a prize of a trunkful of cash-just what the team needs to open their own shop! ¡Ay chihuahua! What will it take to transform a junker into the best car in the universe? Striking, unparalleled art from debut illustrator Raul the Third recalls ballpoint-pen-and-Sharpie desk-drawn doodles, while the story is sketched with Spanish, inked with science facts, and colored with true friendship. With a glossary at the back to provide definitions for Spanish and science terms, this delightful book will educate and entertain in equal measure.

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