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Lessons of Redemption is the memoir of Kevin Shird, a former drug dealer from Baltimore who now is a leading advocate against violence, drug dealing, and social inequality.The book is an extraordinary account of how one young man turned his life around after years of involvement in serious crime and drug dealing. Shird tells of shootings, murder, d

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Pride March, People of the Pride Parade is a visual celebration of the diverse, vibrant, and exuberant attendees of New York City's Pride. In the style of Humans of New York, this gorgeous bright book filled with 200 photos honors the colorful celebrants of the New York City P

For the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci's death comes an immersive journey through five centuries of history to define the Leonardo mystique and uncover how the elusive Renaissance artist became a global pop icon.Virtually everyone would agree that Leonardo da Vinci was the most important artist of the High Renaissance. It was Leonardo who singlehandedly created the defining features of Western art: a realism based on subtle shading; depth using atmospheric effects; and dramatic contrasts between light and dark.But how did Leonardo, a painter of very few works who died in obscurity in France, become the internationally renowned icon he is today, with the Mona Lisa and the Last Supper the most visited artworks in the world, attracting nearly a billion visitors each year, and Salvator Mundi selling as the most expensive artwork of all time, for nearly half a billion dollars?This extraordinary volume, lavishly illustrated with 130 color images, is the first book to unravel these mysteries by diving deep into the art, literature, science, and politics of Europe from the Renaissance through today. It gives illuminating context to both Leonardo and his accomplishments; explores why Leonardo's fame vastly overshadowed that of his contemporaries and disciples; and ultimately reveals why despite finishing very few works, his celebrity has survived, even thrived, through five centuries of history.

Fresh entry into successful, timeless genre that fills a hole in the market: This book joins the wildly successful genre of pregnancy, postpartum, and early childcare books, but enters with a modern angle tied to the lust for clean, natural products and DIY. It fills a gaping hole, however, as aside from one book on oils, other titles primarily focus on food preparation; here, at last, is one tied to creating (much-needed) natural products for bath, beauty, health, and personal care.Appeal of French angle: French secrets to healthy living have proven to have massive appeal in the US. French Women Don’t Get Fat scans at nearly 870,000 copies (a 2007 title that continues to sell with 450 YTD) and closer content-wise, Bringing Up Bébé scans nearly 300,000 copies (2014 title with 6,205 YTD). Bébé Day By Day scans at 25,000 (2013, 210 YTD), and French Kids Eat Everything scans at 22,500 (2014, 478 YTD). This book has French authors and is now being published in English for the very first time.Alluring packaging and gift appeal: This book’s elegant packaging, aesthetically pleasing pastel spreads, softly lit photographs, and chic design will make it a hit as a gift for moms-to-be and new moms, perfect for baby showers and sip-and-sees.Excellent backlist potential: Expectant mothers and new mothers are always on the hunt for tested and true information to make sense of the confusing and cluttered realm of prenatal, postnatal, and infant care. This book, which features advice from an expert midwife, is filled with the kinds of timeless wisdom that gives books like Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth, 2nd Ed. (Random House, 2003, 5,650 YTD), The Big Book of Organic Baby Food (Sonoma Press, 2016, 13,500 YTD), and Expecting Better (Penguin, 2014, 11,200 YTD) consistently high sales through the years. Market power of organic products, especially those for babies: According to reporting in the Daily Chronicle published in late September 2020, the Organic Baby Shampoo Market Report shows that the industry is growing at a rapid pace—predicted to expand by a compound annual growth rate of nearly 8 percent by 2027, while according to Adroit Market Research, the baby skin care market is estimated to reach nearly 19 billion dollars by 2025. According to the Organic Trade Association, the US market for organic products, including nonfood items, reached a record 52.5 billion dollars in sales for the year 2018; nearly half of organics buyers cite their children as the motivating force behind their purchases. Consumers—and mothers, who contribute to a global baby care market estimated to be worth over 100 billion dollars by the year 2025—are hungry for access to nontoxic, organic, natural products like the ones in this book. Timeliness of at-home remedies and DIY treatments: As many spas and wellness centers have closed or become impossible to visit due to precautions surrounding Covid-19, and people are choosing to forgo or postpone visits to medical centers for non-urgent concerns, the treatments featured in this book will serve as a source of inspiration and access for pregnant women who are more comfortable staying at home.

Rare exposure: Truckers are privy to a world that few people get the chance to witness. In A Trucker’s Tale readers are taken on the road with the author and get an up-close understanding of the allure of the industry and why the author made a lifelong commitment to it.Engaging read: Content is highly readable and author’s voice is friendly, likable, and accessible. Readers will want to stay with him during the duration of the book, enjoying his stories and begging for more. Readers will come to think of Ed as their friend.Expert author: Ed has spent 60 years in the automotive/trucking industry, having grown up in a family of truckers and continuing to work as a driver today. Few others have a lifetime’s worth of expertise on their subject, and very people know the ins and outs of trucking and have a wealth of stories to go along with it.National appeal: Ed's experience is America. Whether it's growing up in the family business, serving in the military, or experiencing the physical beauty of every corner of the country, from sea to shining sea, Ed's story is the American dream. Presented with warmth and humor, his story is approachable to all at a time the country most needs it.

#1 Best Seller - Over 50,000 Copies Sold Hailed by the likes of Israel's founder David Ben-Gurion, Days of Lead is a gripping best seller recounting the author's life on the front line during Israel's War of Independence and is internationally released for the first time in conjunction with Israel's 70th birthday. Exquisitely written with a poetically beautiful touch, Days of Lead is the page-turning true story of a young soldier's brave escapades during Israel's War of Independence in 1948. This incredible account, an immediate best seller in Israel on its release in 1962 and destined to be celebrated internationally for years to come, is a story of determination and heroism, but also a stinging portrait of life on the battlefieldof looking an enemy soldier, also wide-eyed and only eighteen, in the eyes and knowing that it's his life or yours, either you take a life or you lose yours. Far from a regular coming-of-age story, this is a firsthand account of a young man trying desperately to save the lives of his fellow soldiers, but watching them taken down one-by-one until he's the last man alive on his platoon. It's heartrending, but enthralling. This new edition of Days of Lead, published in English and internationally released for the first time, provides an up-close view of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv long before they became the bustling cities we know today. It also presents fascinating, never-before-shared context on the making of the book and its enduring relevancy, as Israeli soldiers continue to fight for Israel's right to exist. In a personal letter to the author, Israel's founder and first prime minister, David Ben-Gurion, one of many well-known celebrators of the book, writes, ';I started reviewing your book without the intention of reading to its end, but from the first pages I was captivated and I read it to the end through excitement and astonishment. From where all the sudden pops up such mighty expression, truth telling, and wonderful description? It seems to me that until now I have not read such a precise and true story of combat from the War of Independence. . . . You have contributed a valuable asset . . . to our literature at large.'

National TV, radio, print, podcast, and long-lead publicity campaign.Customized marketing tools for educational market, targeted to exercise science programs.Live demonstrations on TV morning programs, led by author, for TV hosts and entertainment personalities.Targeted marketing to exercise and fitness media (print & online).Special sales opportunities for gyms, nutrition outlets, and sports retailers.Promotion via author’s Research Column for IDEA Fitness Journal, the largest peer-review fitness journal in the U.S. (10X frequency to 75,000 fitness professionals).Full Apollo Program advertising support (social, digital, and print).

Fearless, fleet-footed, and full of curiosity, good-natured goats have it all. In this motivating guide to self-improvement, the stars of the popular Instagram Goats Gone Grazing teach us to take life by the horns.Some days, it's a struggle just to get out of bed—let alone eat our greens, climb the career ladder, and make our family and friends smile. Some days, in this fast-paced world, we find ourselves wondering how to keep it together. And advice? It's like we've herd it all before.Whether they are hopping up the peaks of mountains, through the treetops, or onto the backs of cows, goats are natural masters of balance, famed for their brains, brawn, and bawdy good humor. With their philosopher's beards, stately horns, and outgoing charm, these versatile animals know that working hard is just as important as cuddling up. They may be scruffy, wily, and mischievous, but when it comes to making the most of their days, these goats aren't kidding around.This powerful guide features two hundred personality-packed photos of the adult and baby goat stars of Goats Gone Grazing on their Kentucky farm and gives affirming advice to shepherd you the through good, the baaaad, and the graze-y. Sections cover health, romance, family, work, and finding yourself. It's time to stop being riddled by your human insecurities. Here, at last, is the advice you need to goat for it!

Pairing history‿s 100 greatest rock stars with recipes for their iconic drink of choice, How to Drink Like a Rock Star is the perfect guide to summoning the muse for music fans, rock and roll bartenders, and cocktail enthusiasts. Have you longed for a taste of the rock and roll lifestyle without the trashed hotel rooms, constrictive leather pants, and weeks lost on a cramped tour bus? Whether you want to know what fueled Ozzy Osbourne‿s bat-biting Prince of Darkness persona, quaff a Jack and Coke like Motörhead‿s Lemmy, or learn Madonna‿s recipe for a perfect dirty martini, How to Drink Like a Rock Star will delight fans of all genres of rock and roll and anyone searching for the perfect cocktail. From AC/DC to ZZ Top, this lavish illustrated follow-up to How to Drink Like a Writer offers 100 spirited drink recipes, fascinating rock star profiles, a special sections dedicated to epic rock clubs to drink, dance, and perform in, and even unusual hangover cures and favorite food pairings, all accompanied by original illustrations of ingredients and finished cocktails, and a wealth of photographs. This remarkable book, the result of a deep dive into interviews, backstage tour riders, and much more, is sure to inspire, impress, and inebriate. Sure, becoming a rock legend takes dedication, connections, and talent, but it also takes vodka, gin, tequila, and whiskey.

Meet the world's most fascinating sea creatures-see the lives and curiosities of colourful fish and coral reefs-this spectacular volume has more than 300 color photos and extraordinary text from a leading marine biologist and underwater photographer, and an international expert on seahorses.

*Winner of two Gourmand World Cookbook Awards**Best International or Regional Cookbook, Guild of Food Writers*"What a deep dive this is into the world of spice. . . . And then the recipes! Recipes which allow the reader to travel from Asia to the Middle East along the spice route, taking in so much flavor and so much context on the way." --Yotam OttolenghiThrough 80 spice-infused recipes, spectacular images, and a mouthwatering culinary journey along the ancient spice trail, award-winning author Eleanor Ford's luscious new volume reveals how centuries of spice trading and cultural diffusion changed the world's cuisine and how to best stock and enjoy spices in your own home.From humankind's earliest travels, people have followed and sought out the spice routes. These maritime trading trails acted as the central nervous system of the world, enabling the flow of goods and ideas.In this richly illustrated volume, Eleanor Ford uses recipes as maps as she takes readers on a culinary journey that weaves through history and around the world. She explores both the flavor profiles and the spread of spices--from cardamom to cinnamon, ginger to sumac--and provides fascinating insights such as how nutmeg unites the spice blends Indian garam masala, Lebanese seven spice, French quatre epices, Moroccan ras el hanout, and Middle Eastern baharat, lending its bittersweet, fragrant warmth to them all.This unparalleled volume provides 80 flavorful recipes for entrees, appetizers, sides dishes, and more, enabling you to make a divine garlic clove vegetable curry, jasmine tea-smoked chicken, Indonesian seafood gulai, as well as staple spice pastes and mixtures to have on-hand. The result will enable you to stock up and to have a home kitchen rich in international flavor and fragrance.

From a psychologist and stand-up comedian comes a practical, yet laugh-out-loud guide to embracing humor to reduce stress and live a happier, fuller life.Dr. Brian King got a degree in psychology before becoming a world-touring comic and the host of humor therapy seminars attended by more than ten thousand people each year. In this brilliant guide he presents hands-on techniques for managing stress by rewiring our brains to approach potentially difficult situations through a lens of positivity. To do so, Dr. Brian explores what stress is, where it comes from, and what it does to our bodies and brains. He delves deep into how to address everyday stress—as well as anxiety, insecurities, repression, and negativity—and gives insight into resulting ailments such as anxiety disorders, depression, hypertension, obesity, substance abuse disorders, and more. Dr. Brian's techniques are chemical and cost free, and embrace humor, resilience, relaxation, optimism, gratitude, and acceptance. Instead of a dry medical approach to dealing with stress, this unique volume is filled with life-changing tips and instructions presented with humor and a wealth of memorable, smile-inducing anecdotes.

Built-in audience eager for more content: The author’s YouTube channel, MEPearlA, has 124,000 subscribers, with some videos amassing hundreds of thousands of views. The author will tap into this built-in, adoring audience to drive sales of her book, which will showcase some of the same characters and advice that have made her videos such a cultural phenomenon.Author with cult following: Author has been celebrated by Good Morning America, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, New York magazine, and more, and media is guaranteed to be interested in this book delightfully inspired by the author’s online presence.Mysterious author continues to interest media and internet writ large: The enigmatic, eccentric nature of Pearl (the squirrel deity) and Georgette Spelvin (her human caretaker and YouTube’s "Possum Lady") has given these characters a certain cult status. Combined with the Reddit boards dedicated to finding the true identity of Georgette Spelvin and devoted followers writing to Pearl for advice on her website through the years, loyalty to the cult of Pearl and Georgette has proved enduring; this lasting intrigue speaks favorably to the marketability of the book.Unexpected addition to a successful genre: Pearls of Wisdom is the latest entry in the eternally popular category of books that merge animal humor with spiritual humor, appealing to the same large market as The Tao of Pooh (Penguin, 1983, 430,000 RTD), A Sloth’s Guide to Mindfulness (Chronicle Books, 2018, 24,110 RTD), and The Little Book of Sloth Philosophy (HarperCollins, 2018, 56,370 RTD). But while these books feature conventional characters and well-known spiritual traditions, this is the first book of its kind to feature underrepresented (but beloved) creatures and an eccentric, cheeky approach to mysticism to speak to a forward-thinking, satire-hungry audience.Playful aesthetic of package makes book a unique visual treat: With the same attention to glamour, oddity, and whimsy that has made ME Pearl a sensation online, Pearls of Wisdom will immediately surprise and intrigue readers, utilizing highly designed spreads rich with full-color photographs and innovative layouts. Emphasizing absurdity, irony, and mystery, the package will delight fans of Twin Peaks, fantasy, and farce.Untapped selling potential of underdog animal stars: According to Marie Claire ("Raccoons and Possums are the Internet’s New Favorite Animals," 2019) and the New York Times ("The Cutest Animal on Instagram is Probably in Your Trashcan," 2019), "trash" animals including possums and squirrels are the new "verminfluencers," drawing millions of followers and mass fandoms once relegated only to kittens, goats, and llamas. Despite the surging interest in these adorable, eccentric critters, this is the first book to give them a starring turn—tapping into the zeitgeist and meeting the desires of a growing audience.

For the 20th anniversary of 9/11 comes an awe-inspiring account of the schoolchildren poisoned by the toxic air left in the wake of the Twin Towers’ destruction and the survivor who fought for health care for them in front of Congress and against the odds. On September 11, 2001, high school senior Lila Nordstrom watched from her classroom’s window as the Twin Towers, mere blocks away, fell. Weeks later, at the urging of local officials and assurance from the EPA, Lila and her three thousand classmates were returned to their school—even though the air was thick with toxic debris, dust, and smoke.In this remarkable, empowering memoir, Lila shares how the illnesses and deaths of her classmates related to the effects of the 9/11 cleanup spurred her into action. She created StuyHealth and became involved in the fight for the Victim Compensation Fund, working alongside first responders and heavyweights like Jon Stewart, Hillary Clinton, and Nancy Pelosi, proving at every turn that her survivor community also deserves recognition and mental and physical health care and that her voice too deserves to be heard.This timely tale reveals how tragedy lays bare the American health care system and how corruption and misinformation continue to fail victims of tragedies. An honest, at times humorous guide to advocating for one’s self and one’s community and navigating the cutthroat world of legislation and health care, Lila's story begs us to consider how we as a nation treat our vulnerable communities and how all victims of all disasters deserve care, truth, and respect. Also included is a section on the meaning of advocacy work, what it means to be an active citizen, and how to support a cause you believe in.

Large-scale digital promotion: The accounts for @subwaycreatures and @whatisnewyork have a combined base of almost 2.7 million followers. With a track record for generating enthusiastic press and authentic engagement, these accounts will be able to drive huge sales numbers with consistent promotional posts.Timeliness of subject and news tie-ins: While post-2010 numbers show increased growth in the population of New York City according to the Census Bureau, the crises around the coronavirus have inspired a testy back-and-forth characterized by headlines like “New York City Is Dead Forever” (New York Post) and Jerry Seinfeld’s fantastic counter to this claim made with his op-ed “So You Think New York Is Dead” (New York Times). This tumultuous current moment has placed a renewed focus on the cultural value, opportunities, and diversity that inhere New York. This book will appeal to the many Americans who have argued vociferously that New York is not “over” or “waiting to come back,” and is sure to garner attention in the press for its strong pro-New York City argument.Stylish, fresh design with color images and fascinating text: A clever design scheme that rings true to the relatable humor that’s made SubwayCreatures such a success, in addition to full-color art throughout, and enlightening text, will translate to a highly giftable keepsake package. Readers will be thrilled to carry this book with them as they journey through the city and its text and playful exercises and games will surprise, engage, and delight. Unique entry into a successful genre: Books that highlight New York’s geography and history sell well, evidenced by the success of Nonstop Metropolis (University of California Press, 2016, 25,400 RTD) and The Historical Atlas of New York City, 2nd Edition (Macmillan, 2005, 35,000 RTD). This book is a timely entry into the canon of illustrated explorations of the ever-changing city and the first book of its kind to make a strong argument for New York City’s vibrancy and staying power after the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recession, and honor the places and people lost to the virus.New York City is a celebrity in its own right—with a population of 8.4 million and a dream destination for millions more: Whether you've watched Friends, Seinfeld, Broad City, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, or Sex and the City, you know that New York is a character in its own right, capturing the hearts and minds of millions of people and inspiring countless television shows, movies, and books. This book appeals to fans of New York and those who dream of visiting, or moving to, the city by giving unparalleled access to the underground and quintessential food scenes, street art, nightlife, and characters that make it so special.

Surging audience of home cooks in the wake of Covid-19: According to a survey by Hunter PR, 54 percent of respondents said they cook more than before the pandemic, 75 percent said they have become more confident in the kitchen, and 51 percent said they will continue to cook more after the crisis ends. Per the New York Times, online searches for cooking classes and cooking tutorials have surged, pointing to a wide market of home cooks eager to find entertaining, comforting, and approachable recipes like the ones in That Time We Ate Our Feelings.Built-in audience: In the early stages of the Covid-19 stay-at-home requests and lockdowns, Lisa Lucas and Debrianna Mansini tapped into the collective need for connection and comfort to create the nightly cooking show Corona Kitchen on Facebook and Instagram Live, organically drawing more than 4,500 members—and counting—from all over the globe in just a few months. The authors will leverage this live series as a platform to drum up excitement for their book, tease recipes, and hold pre-publication contests including contests to determine which recipes from community members will be featured in the book. And the book will delight viewers in its true-to-the-series tone. It will also be promoted extensively to Mansini's 16,500 Twitter followers.Subject appeal: Commentary and conversations on the Corona Kitchen Facebook page prove that recipes are chosen to match a person's mood. That Time We Ate Our Feelings offers a witty angle of providing recipes for moods, so people aren't left uncomfortably mulling over what dish or drink will hit the spot. All recipes embrace humor and quirk in their titles. Proven selling-power of cookbooks complemented by commentary: Sales of Rage Baking (Simon & Schuster, 02/2020, 9700 RTD) and Feed the Resistance (Chronicle, 10/2017, 14,000 RTD) prove that freedom of speech and cooking go hand in hand. That Time We Ate Our Feelings follows in this nascent tradition while updating the genre by including unfiltered and irreverent conversations about top-of-mind issues like the coronavirus, politics, freedom, and the current state of affairs. Colorful, approachable design: That Time We Ate Our Feelings is a bright, full-color, highly designed book with more than 150 images. It is designed to be approachable and while sophisticated, also a hands-on tool that can be used in the kitchen and needn't just sit on display. Well-known authors experienced in creating hit successes: Lucas and Mansini are acclaimed producers and entertainers who have appeared on or produced wildly successfully TV shows and films. Their track record shows their efforts leading to hit successes, and they will now turn their attention to promoting their own product. Wide range of recipes fit vegan, vegetarian, and allergen-avoidant diets: With many recipes that are (or can be modified to be) plant-based, gluten-free, alcohol-free, and allergen-free, That Time We Ate Our Feelings appeals to a broad audience of home cooks and takes a refreshing and inclusive stance that substitutions can, and should, be part of the cooking process.

A charming illustrated introduction to the pangolin—the shy, scaly-skinned creature scapegoated for the coronavirus outbreak. Pangolin. You've seen the name on the news ticker. You've read the headlines. You've typed it into your search bar. Maybe you know how for centuries, poachers and traffickers have targeted these enigmatic mammals, selling their trademark scales for use in traditional medicine and folk remedies. And that today, pangolins bear an unwieldy burden as the long-snouted face of the COVID-19 virus, as they have been identified as a possible link in the spread of the disease. But what is a pangolin? A mythical creature? A dinosaur? How could it have started all of this? And what can a pangolin teach us about surviving sickness, attacks, and isolation?With heartwarming images and witty revelations, this book will set the record straight: teaching you about these elusive introverts, the dangers they may or may not present to humans, and the threats that they face as an endangered species. This illustrated manifesto will clear up the tabloid misconceptions and reveal time-tested pangolin beliefs, including:Looks can be deceiving (pangolins are more closely related to cats and dogs than lookalike reptiles like armadillos).It's okay to be a loner—especially in a global pandemic.Your worth is not skin-deep.You deserve protection, even if you're different.Curling up into a ball is always the best defense.Through the delightful drawings and clever captions that fill the pages of It's Not My Fault: A Pangolin’s Manifesto, animal lovers of all ages will laugh, cry, and learn that even the most misunderstood members of the animal kingdom are worthy of a second look.

Bicycling for Ladies is the trailblazing book that introduced women to bicycling and shocked a Victorian culture on its release in 1896. Today it remains comprehensive and useful, but also celebrates women's advancement in the sport and offers an inspiring, and amusing, look back. Maria E. Ward let the social norms and gender

Unique hook, the first book of its kind. Books on the making of America have proven appeal, but no other book pairs deep narrative research with illuminating cartography, thereby emphasizing the ability to explore, which is the core of what made America possible.Never-before-shared maps from author’s multimillion-dollar collection, plus stunning artwork: Asbury is a collector of rare maps, hand-illustrated and engraved, and has collected them from around the world for several years. Here his collection of maps related to the making of America will be shared for the very first time. Also included are rich historical paintings giving insight into the narrative that were specifically chosen by Isbouts who is an art historian. In total there will be more than 150 color images.Strong media prowess and enduring platforms: Neal Asbury hosts the nationally syndicated radio talk show “Neal Asbury’s Made in America,” frequently appears on MSNBC, Fox News, CNBC, and the BBC, and writes a weekly column for Newsmax. His radio talk show is soon expanding to become a television show to be broadcast on Newsmax. Isbouts has appeared on PBS, BBC, and NBC’s Today Show and developed two PBS specials. The authors will leverage their extensive media ties and continual appearances to promote the book; both plan to time a media campaign complete with podcasts, radio interviews, and speaking engagements around the release of the book and have already hired a prominent agency to assist. Proven appeal of American history books: Books on the making of America continue to generate wide appeal. The British Are Coming: The War for America, Lexington to Princeton, 1775-1777 scans at more than 120,000 (a 2019/2020 title with more than 3,700 YTD); Alan Taylor’s American Revolutions: A Continental History, 1750-1804 scans at 27,000 (a 2016/2017 title with 400 YTD); David McCullough’s 1776 scans at more than 2.5 million copies (a 2005/2006 title with 4,500 YTD); Bill O’Reilly’s Killing England: The Brutal Struggle for American Independence scans at 552,000 copies (a 2017 title with 1,050 YTD). While big name authors generate interest, it is the subject matter­—the history of the making of the US—that seals the sales. The title Revolution: Mapping the Road to American Independence, which is the only other book to showcase cartography’s role in the making of America, scans at 4,500 copies proving the appeal of the maps angle, but lacked the narrative that these books had and Mapping America has, and was priced at $75.00; Mapping America will be a more affordable $26.99.Well-written with gorgeous images by an experienced house author with a track record: Mapping America will be Isbouts’s third book with Apollo Publishers (prior books are The Da Vinci Legacy, pub 04/2019, and The Dali Legacy, pub 03/2021). Isbouts has become a house author as a result of his ability to craft immersive, well-researched, and highly readable text and to beautifully pair narrative and images. Isbouts’s books consistently receive wide praise and five-star ratings. Isbouts’s previous books have sold more than 2 million copies with 80,000 copies accounted for in BookScan. Nonpartisan book unites Americans: This book will hit the market following a contentious election and as the battle against Covid-19 wages on—a time when all Americans will be looking to forge a renewed sense of unity and patriotism. This book offers a magnanimous view of America’s history and shows that peace and hope are possible after struggle, a timely and enduring message that appeals to a nonpartisan audience.

Embrace your journey. Share your story. Unlock the power of creativity with a year's worth of artistic prompts. Sometimes life takes a detour. No matter how much we plan, we encounter bumps in the road that can be frustrating, confusing, and unpredictable. Whether it's our health, stress at work or home, or current events, we all contend with challenging moments and the occasional curveball. When Amy Oestreicher faced her own detours-including twenty-seven surgeries over ten years and PTSD-she harnessed the power of art to make sense of her shifting roadmap and learned that even when we face the unexpected, we can create something more beautiful than ever imagined. In this hands-on activity book, flush with examples of Amy's original artwork, encouraging tips, and fifty-two prompts-one for every week of the year-she gives you the tools you need to release your creative energy, and unleash the artist within.Through sections on hope, gratitude, creativity, and storytelling, you will:Embrace creativity as a mindset and learn to look at the world through a creative lensChallenge old ways of thinking and redirect negativity into creative growthDraw, sing, write, collage, paint, and dance your feelingsHone the life-changing art of gratitude listsFind magic in everyday objectsEncounter your surroundings with a renewed sense of wonderLearn the four keys to resilienceWhether you are a seasoned artist or novice doodler, working to overcome tragedies or reshape the way you manage everyday stress, this workbook will inspire you to engage a creative mindset that allows you to embrace your journey, share your story, and harness the power of positivity.

What Would Marianne Do is the perfect, pocket-sized guide to living your best, er--blessed--life just like 2020 presidential hopeful Marianne Williamson, with 100 of her most inspirational quotes to guide you. Need inspiration to shed some psychic baggage, find inner peace, or defeat a blustering, incumbent president? Do you

One woman embarked on a dance journey around the world, finding out how each dance tells a story of its country and learning how beautiful life can be when you take the lead.If you could do anything you wanted, what would it be? Aliénor Salmon was working as a happiness researcher in Bangkok when a friend asked her the question that turned life as she knew it on its heels. A novice dancer but experienced social researcher, the Franco-British Aliénor headed west from Bangkok to dance her way through Latin America. As she learns eighteen dances, each native to the countries she visits, she engages with esoteric customs, traditions, and cultures. Through conversations and arduous studio hours, she learns that every step, pivot, and shake thrums with an undeniable spirit of place. And that in a world where we are over-connected but increasingly disconnected from one another, dance offers an authentically human experience. One that allows her to develop tolerance, kindness, truth, and love by holding the hands of a stranger and gazing into their eyes for the time of a song.With her fearless and candid approach, Aliénor will inspire you to take the reins of your own life—and have some fun along the way. In this dance-travelogue, you’ll learn the history and steps of dances like salsa, samba, and tango, enjoy a resplendent meditation on happiness and wanderlust, and receive a life-affirming answer to the question: How do I take the first step?

This immersive dive into the life and work of Salvador Dalí unlocks the secret of this creative genius and reveals for the first time how his erotically charged paintings changed the world of modern art.In turns beloved and reviled, twentieth century art, painter, filmmaker, and designer Salvador Dalí set Europe and the United States ablaze with his uncompromising genius, sexual sadism, and flirtations with megalomania. His shocking behavior and work frequently alienated critics; his views were so outrageous, even prominent Surrealists tried to ostracize him. Still, every morning he experienced "an exquisite joy-the joy of being Salvador Dalí," and, through a remarkable talent that invited bewilderment, anger, and adoration, rose to unprecedented levels of fame-forever shifting the landscape of the art world and the nature of celebrity itself.In this stunning volume, rich with more than 150 full-color images, noted art historians Jean-Pierre Isbouts and Christopher Heath Brown discuss the historical, social, and political conditions that shaped Dalí's work, identify the impact of Modern as well as Old Master art, and present an unflinching view of the master's personal relationships and motivations. With their deeply compelling narrative, Isbouts and Brown uncover how Dalí's visual wit and enduring cult of personality still impacts fashion, literature, and art, from Andy Warhol to Lady Gaga, and seeks to answer why, in an age of shock and awe, Dalí's art still manages to distress, perplex, and entertain.

Timely publication: Words to Win By will pub at the height of the 2020 presidential election news cycle, guaranteeing that it will make an attractive feature for election-related book lists. While the election between Donald Trump and Joe Biden is an emotional one for all sides and an inescapable cultural event, Words to Win By offers a lighthearted and relaxed way to engage with presidential politics, keep up to date on political trivia, and enjoy American history without the stress and polarization found in partisan conversations and news coverage.Fresh insights into 2020 election season: As Americans watch the 2020 presidential debates, rallies, and town halls with rapt fascination—and occasional horror—they have become more interested than ever in the power of words. As Donald Trump’s “Stand back…and stand by,” elicited outrage and new conversations have emerged about the responsibility of the retweet, it has become clear that politically engaged Americans—Nielsen has viewership of the first presidential debate in late September 2020 at 73 million people—are eager to dive into the complex world of political messaging. Words to Win By gives fresh insights into the contentious 2020 election, exploring the visual and verbal narratives at play in Joe Biden and Kamala Harris’s campaign, as well as the Trump-Pence reelection ticket, by grounding them in the fascinating, centuries long tradition of American branding and politics.Inclusion of current day political stars: With its exploration of recent campaigns, Words to Win By includes a Who’s Who of rising political stars, including Kamala Harris, Beto O’Rourke, Pete Buttigieg, Marianne Williamson, Tulsi Gabbard, Cory Booker, Ron Paul, and Bernie Sanders, as well as legendary American figures resurging in public consciousness like Shirley Chisolm (recently played by Uzo Aduba for an Emmy-winning turn in Hulu’s Mrs. America).Visual appeal: Expertly-designed package and bright full-color art makes this a tempting impulse buy and appealing gift for design fans, history buffs, and political junkies of all ages and ideologies.Comprehensive: This unique volume features more than a century's worth of political campaign memorabilia, from the 1900s through the 2020 election, from both winning and losing candidates—characters both beloved and infamous. Memorabilia is both pro candidates and anti others, and ranges from heartwarming and smile inducing to emotionally stirring to showcase political manipulation at its best.Fills a hole in the market: While there are several books about the history of graphic design and the history of American elections, as well as countless political biographies, this is the first book to combine a compelling visual array of designs with historical fun-facts and insider political knowledge.Growing market: In 2018, voter turnout among 18- to 29-year-olds reached the highest percentage in decades. During an election year, in which this book will be published, the number of Americans that pays close attention to politics spikes by upwards of 18 percentage points from non-election years. This book will grab the attention of this rapidly expanding and voracious market.

Extraordinary, life-affirming photos taken around the world--developing villages to urban centers--over the last 40 years make the bold case that what unites people is more powerful than the borders that divide them.vide them.