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BIG MEDIA INTEREST: The Keeper was optioned by Monkeypaw, Jordan Peele¿s production company, which has created hit, genre-changing movies such as Get Out and Us.CELEBRATED CREATORS: Due and Barnes, NAACP Image Award winners and New York Times bestselling authors, are a powerhouse duo and acclaimed and honored voices in the Afrofuturist, horror, and fantasy genres.ARTISTIC TALENT: Finnegan delivers strong, graphic art that is sure to delight and terrify readers.SPECULATIVE FICTION AT ITS FINEST: With the success of Kindred, Parable of the Sower, and Abrams¿ Megascope titles such as After the Rain, Abrams is carving a space in the market as a leader in speculative and Afro-horror graphic novels.

The hilarious follow-up to Rube Goldberg and His Amazing Machines by bestselling author Brandon T. Snider and featuring illustrations by award-winning artist Ed SteckleyAfter unintentionally unmasking a criminal mastermind at his school¿s Contraption Convention, Rube Goldberg¿and his inventions¿are the talk of the sixth grade. Rube¿s star is on the rise, and it¿s a lot of pressure. What if he¿s lost his mojo? There¿s no time to wonder, because Rube and his two best friends, Boob and Pearl, are busy planning Pearl¿s campaign for class president. With the Switcheroo Dance a weekend before the big election, Pearl¿s path to victory is set. That is, until a new mystery strikes the town. Rube is eager to bring Zach into the fold, but Boob and Pearl can¿t help but wonder if Rube¿s mysterious new friend is hiding something . . . will Rube get his mojo back in time to unravel the mystery and save Pearl¿s campaign? Hijinks and hilarity abound in this dynamic follow-up to Rube Goldberg and His Amazing Machines, written by bestselling author Brandon T. Snider and featuring black-and-white illustrations by Ed Steckley.

In this latest outing in the hilarious Vegetables in Underwear series, the Vegetables go where they've never gone before--to bed!

The Ladies in White want you to join their family¿forever. . .After defeating the Oldies, Quinn and Mike thought that things would settle down on Goodie Lane. But then new neighbors move in. Maybe it¿s because they all work at the interior design firm, but Abigail, Eleanor, Jade, Brea, and Cami seem to always be together, dressed in only white.After everything that happened last summer, Quinn¿s a bit wary of the Ladies in White, but her friend Lex is thrilled that someone in town finally has some style. But when Lex starts volunteering at the Ladies¿ design firm, things get strange. Lex is acting less like herself, and Quinn begins seeing strange shadows lurking in their neighborhood. She knows the Ladies are to blame; she just has to prove it.Twisty and haunting, The Collectors is the second book in the Fright Watch series, which SLJ called ¿Perfect for fans of Goosebumps and Stranger Things¿ and Booklist called ¿Reminiscent of R. L. Stine¿s Fear Street . . . [Fright Watch] can be counted on to deliver chills.¿

ACCLAIMED AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATOR: Tonatiuh¿s books have received numerous accolades, including the Sibert Award and multiple Pura Belpre¿ Medals and Honors.STRONG SALES TRACK: Tonatiuh¿s books consistently backlist well and have sold more than half a million copies.SCELEBRATING INDIGENOUS PEOPLES: A powerful reminder of the importance of treasuring Native heritage and preserving their languages, stories, and cultural traditions.S&L LOVE: With his engaging, beautiful, and informative books that fill a gap in the market, Tonatiuh reliably gets strong support from schools and libraries.BOOKS ABOUT BOOKS: Books about literary figures and the power of words are favorites within the industry.

SUPERSTAR AUTHOR: Angleberger is one of our bestselling authors, and his wacky humor and lively writing really shine in the chapter book category.POPULAR CATEGORY: This hilarious illustrated series will appeal to fans of The Bad Guys and Mac B., Kid Spy.FLYTRAP FILES: Starting in Spring 2021, we began rebranding the Inspector Flytrap, Didi Dodo, and DJ Funkyfoot books as The Flytrap Files, to hit home that these books take place in the same world and encourage readers to read across the different series.ADORABLE ILLUSTRATIONS: Fox¿s commercial and kid-friendly style brings Angleberger¿s wacky world to life perfectly.CROSS PROMOTION: Will publish alongside the first DJ Funkyfoot book, which will include a sneak peak of book two.

Embrace individuality and being your authentic self in this companion to New York Times bestsellers I Am Human and I Am Love!Sometimes I stand out in a crowd.Sometimes I am not seen at all, and I feel alone.I start to ask myself, why can¿t I blend in? Fit the mold?But when I stop and look, I see nothing in this world is exactly the same. Sometimes we hide who we really are to conform to the way we think we are supposed to be in the world. Sometimes we compare ourselves to others and feel we don¿t fit in. But when we realize we are something to be celebrated, and we proudly live out loud as our true selves, we can make our unique mark on the world¿and share our joy! From the New York Times bestselling team behind the I Am series comes a bighearted celebration of individuality, of being comfortable in our own skin, respecting others for who they are, living authentically, and loving ourselves. For anyone whös ever felt like too much or not enough, I Am Me is an affirming reminder that difference is what makes life beautiful¿and that each of us matters, just as we are.

Award-winning author Ying Compestine reimagines the classic fairy tale "Little Red Riding Hood" from a Chinese perspectiveBy now, you have probably heard the old folk tale about a girl in a red cape.The truth is that the story took place here in China, there wasn¿t a woodsman, and I, the gentle wolf, certainly was not the one who ate them.Here is the real story. This is not the story you think you know. In this version of the classic fairy tale, Little Red lives in a village near the Great Wall and trains in kung fu. When she ventures to her grandmother¿s to deliver rice cakes and herbal medicine, she encounters something much more fearsome than a wolf¿a mighty dragon. With her wits and a sword in hand, Little Red must valiantly defend herself and her grandmother in this vibrant retelling from Ying Chang Compestine and Joy Ang. An author¿s note discusses how this reimagining is influenced by Chinese mythology, symbolism, traditional medicine, and other elements of Compestine¿s heritage.

Timed for the 60th anniversary of Spider-Man and includes two complete stories plus the original art from the Library of Congress!Spider-Man first swung onto the comic book pages in August 1962 with the publication of Amazing Fantasy no. 15, created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko and with cover art by Jack Kirby, which was soon followed by The Amazing Spider-Man no. 1 in March 1963. Sixty years after the comics' publication, award-winning graphic designer Chip Kidd reimagines the iconic first stories using original vintage copies of both comic books to present these classic tales in a whole new way. Perfect for both lifelong fans and the latest generation of Marvel enthusiasts, the book also includes text by Chip Kidd, Marvel editor Tom Brevoort, historian Mark Evanier (Kirby: King of Comics), and Library of Congress curator Sara Duke. Stunningly photographed by award-winning photographer Geoff Spear, Amazing Fantasy no. 15 and Amazing Spider-Man no. 1 are showcased as you¿ve never seen them before¿oversized and up-close. This is a panel-by-panel exploration of both entire issues that captures every single detail and nuance of Lee and Ditkös groundbreaking story, making it a must-have for every comic book collection.

From a rising literary star, an epic historical novel, set against the tense backdrop of the Long March and Maös rise to power, that tells a powerful and moving story of two ordinary peopleChina, 1934: A naive orphan and shy gunsmith, Ping, has fallen in love with Yong, who is a sophisticated veteran, a skilled marksman, and a true believer in Marxist ideology. Winning her affections will take an ideological battle¿something he does not understand. To make matters worse, Yong has shown interest in Ping¿s best friend, Luo. On the eve of a great Communist defeat, Ping sabotages Luös rifle, causing the bullet to backfire into his friend¿s head. The army begins its year-long retreat, known as The Long March, and Yong turns to Ping for comfort and companionship. Ping deeply regrets killing his friend, and as his relationship with Yong blossoms, he is saddened that it will always be colored by guilt. Yong soon becomes pregnant. She hates the way the baby inside is changing her, both physically and emotionally. The Red Army can¿t retreat with a crying infant, so they need to find someone close to take the baby in. Ping and Yong leave their son with a woman, promising to return once the war is won. When World War II breaks out and Japanese soldiers arrive, their 12-year-old son decides to enlist in the Japanese army to find his parents, though he quickly begins to fear for his life . . . Deeply moving and brilliantly written, Michael X. Wang's Lost in the Long March is an exploration of how the history of a country is always its people, though their stories are often the first to be lost.

KID-FRIENDLY FIGURE: Christös story as an immigrant to the United States and as a passionate, eccentric artist determined to follow his dreams will resonate widely.ONGOING LEGACY: Paris¿s L¿Arc de Triomphe was wrapped for 16 days between September and October 2021 for a posthumously completed project that was 60 years in the making.POPULAR CATEGORY: There¿s a perennial interest in picture book biographies and kids¿ books about art.RELEVANT THEMES: Highlights creativity, perseverance, and Christös belief in making art accessible for all.TALENTED AUTHOR: Boxer is a well-connected award winner in the journalism world and has lots of story ideas up her sleeve.DAZZLING ILLUSTRATIONS: Chapman¿s colorful and bold style captures the spirit of Christös artwork.

A picture book biography celebrating the life and work of disability rights activist and icon Judith Heumann, highlighting one of her landmark achievements¿leading the historic 504 Sit-in in 1977From a very young age, Judy Heumann heard the word NO. When she wanted to attend public school, the principal said, "NO." When she wanted her teaching license, the New York Board of Education said, "NO." Judy and people with disabilities everywhere were tired of hearing ¿NO.¿In the 1970s an important disability rights law, Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, was waiting to be signed. Judy and other disability rights activists fought for ¿YES!¿ They held a sit-in until Section 504 was signed into law. Section 504 laid the foundation for the Americans with Disabilities Act, which was established thanks in large part to the ongoing work of Judy and her community. Along with a personal reflection from Judy herself, this picture book biography captures the impact and influence of one of Americäs greatest living activists.

COMMERCIAL PACKAGE: With charming art, a diverse group of children featured, and die-cuts on the cover and throughout the interior pages, this is the perfect gift for young readers.ILLUSTRATOR BACKLIST: The Growing Hearts series has sold more than 1.7 million copies across all accounts, and even though In My Heart was published in 2014, it continues to sell a great number of copies every Valentine¿s Day and throughout the year.HEARTFELT MESSAGE: The story crafts a supportive and uplifting message for caregivers to share with children, affirming them that they¿re seen and loved in everything they do.

NEEDED CONTENT: Inviting readers to look back on the past year, Measuring a Year is a great read for Rosh Hashanah¿filling a much-needed gap in the market.AUTHOR¿S NOTE: Includes an author¿s note to give additional context on the holiday and its customs.INVITING ILLUSTRATIONS: González Hoang¿s warm and vibrant art style is a perfect match for the preschool age group.

LITERARY CRED: Barba is senior editor for the New York Review of Books, bringing a wealth of connections and knowledge to the project. She is the author of Fair Sun (2017) and geode (2020), a finalist for the New England Book Awards and the Massachusetts Book Award.CONNECTED ILLUSTRATOR: The illustrator Leanne Shapton is a revered artist and writer. She has created book covers for Sheila Heti, Chuck Palahniuk, and Alice Munro, and her book Swimming Studies won the National Book Critics Circle Award for autobiography. She has more than 11,000 followers on Instagram and connections to the New York Times.CULTURAL RELEVANCY: Wildflowers have never been more endangered or more in need of renewed attention and conservation efforts. The authors have partnered with the Oak Spring Garden Foundation of Upperville, Virginia, who will be eager to help promote the book on publication.

Designer Natalie Chanin blends embroidery and hand-sewing techniques with her own personal story in this empowering guide for all who love stitching and handcraft Embroidery: Threads and Stories from Alabama Chanin and The School of Making mixes lessons in sewing, design, and embroidery with Natalie Chanin's engaging, personal story of the evolution of Alabama Chanin and the indelible mark the techniques she pioneered and the company she founded have made on the sewing and fashion industry. Chapters explore design-related themes¿craft, technique, relationship, repeat, and color¿through images, instruction, and stories from Chanin about her life, Alabama Chanin, and the evolving view of craft and hand-sewing in the modern world. The book also explores how sewing and embroidery relate to wider concerns of sustainability, community, and women¿s empowerment. As makers, we tend to learn different stitches over time without thinking much about how they relate to one another. Embroidery not only makes understanding complex stitches and techniques easy, it also challenges us to go deeper by examining the history of a beloved company and cherished pastime.

BESTSELLING AUTHOR: Auxier is an award-winning author beloved by booksellers and librarians. His novel The Night Gardener was a New York Times bestseller, and his latest novel, Sweep, received a dazzling six starred reviews.ACCESSIBLE ADVENTURES: Highly illustrated in full-color, these books are great for sharing at story time and perfect for emerging readers to try on their own.EVERGREEN THEMES: Each story explores familiar themes for chapter book readers, such as friendship, courage, and standing up for what¿s right.

¿An illuminating exploration of the rich and varied history¿and myriad health benefits¿of fasting.¿ ¿Wall Street JournalWhen should we eat, and when shouldn¿t we? The answers to these simple questions are not what you might expect. As Steve Hendricks shows in The Oldest Cure in the World, stop eating long enough, and yoüll set in motion cellular repairs that can slow aging and prevent and reverse diseases like diabetes and hypertension. Fasting has improved the lives of people with epilepsy, asthma, and arthritis, and has even protected patients from the worst of chemotherapy¿s side effects.But for such an elegant and effective treatment, fasting has had a surprisingly long and fraught history. From the earliest days of humanity and the Greek fathers of medicine through Christianity¿s ¿fasting saints¿ and a 19th-century doctor whose stupendous 40-day fast on a New York City stage inaugurated the modern era of therapeutic fasting, Hendricks takes readers on a rich and comprehensive tour. Threaded throughout are Hendricks¿s own adventures in fasting, including a stay at a luxurious fasting clinic in Germany and in a more spartan one closer to home in Northern California. This is a playful, insightful, and persuasive exploration of our bodies and when we should¿and should not¿feed them.

A brilliant, entertaining deconstruction of basketball, drawing on the expertise of board-game creators, winemakers, therapists, and more Basketball is the second-most popular sport in the world¿an insanely complicated game built on a combination of athleticism, craftiness, rules, intangibles, and superstardom. However, while it¿s enjoyable to watch, the real reason it works is because it¿s a game of culture, art, and all the things that make us human.How to Watch Basketball Like a Genius deconstructs the sport from top to bottom and then puts it back together again, detailing its intricacies through reporting and dozens of interviews with experts. These experts, however, are a diverse group: wine critics weighing in on LeBron¿s ability to delegate on the fly, magicians analyzing Kyrie Irving¿s mystifying dribbling techniques, SpaceX rocket scientists breaking down Steph Curry¿s deadeye three-point shooting. Every chapter treats basketball to a multi-disciplined study that adventures far beyond the lines of the court, examining key elements of the sport from some surprising and revealing angles. There¿s a reason it has conquered the world, and every game is a chance to learn about pop culture, fashion, history, science, art, and anything else that bounces our way.

ARTIST SHOWCASE: Selections from Jim Lee¿s rarely seen original art for the card set will appear alongside complete reproductions of the fronts and backs of all 105 original cards. This book will be an essential resource for X-Men and general comic book fans alike. ANNIVERSARY OF A LEGACY BRAND: Thirty years after Jim Lee¿s record-breaking issues of X-Men volume 2, the X-Men remain one of Marvel¿s hottest properties. Nostalgia for the ¿90s-era team in particular continues as more and more fans rediscover ­X-Men: The Animated Series on Disney+ (and anticipate the team¿s upcoming introduction into the MCU). HIGH-PROFILE INDUSTRY TALENT: Behind-the-scenes stories from Jim Lee, Paul Mounts, Tom DeFalco, Bob Harras, and many other Marvel luminaries give fans a look at the inner workings of the Special Projects and X-Men editorial team of the early ¿90s. COLLECTOR INTEREST: As secondary market prices within the collectibles market continue to rise, this book will serve as a handy and affordable resource for collectors looking for a visual reference guide that also details the history of the cards and the characters featured on them REMASTERED ART: In 2017, Jim Lee¿s art from this card set was used as variant covers on 29 different Marvel Comics, and a selection from that digitally restored and updated imagery will be reproduced in the book