Collection: Art

From Kerby Rosanes, the internationally bestselling artist who brought you the Morphia series, the next book in his brilliant new Worlds universe. Mythic World is 96 double-sided pages of pure mythical creation that colorists will love.

Welcome to Kerby's mythic world. Mythic World is a new, fantastic, and super-detailed adult coloring book from the prodigious bestselling illustrator. Colorists will find Kerby Rosanes's new creations to be hypnotic, with spread after dizzying spread featuring mythic creatures, magical landscapes, and surprise after surprise in the details of Kerby's ultra-fine illustrations. This book blurs the line between familiar and magical, between reality and imagination.

Fans and newcomers alike will be thrilled with this 96-page book, providing an apparently endless coloring challenge for even his most dedicated and enthusiastic followers.

This book invites you to see the natural world in all its intricacy and intense beauty and become a knowledgeable steward of the wild.

From the mountains to the ocean shores, from the wetlands to the deserts, North America teems with flora and fauna in delicately balanced ecosystems found nowhere else on Earth. With this book in hand, you will understand the language of nature and see those wild places with new eyes. You'll learn to recognize the lobed leaf of an Oracle Oak, the webbed tracks of a River Otter, and the fine, cream-colored tentacles of a Frilled Anemone. This volume celebrates a tradition of knowledge established by the Nature Study Guild. For more than sixty years, the Guild's pocket guidebooks have helped hikers, campers, foragers, and explorers navigate the great outdoors. Now, the best of the guides' informative text and iconic illustrations are gathered in one handsome hardcover: the perfect reference for today's ramblers.

FOR NATURE LOVERS OLD AND NEW: More and more people are invested in and curious about the natural world--from avid campers and hikers to those worried about climate change. This book, with its celebratory tone and charming vintage style, will appeal to anyone who cherishes the natural world.

NOSTALGIC APPEAL: The classic nature illustration style evokes memories of learning about flora and fauna in childhood, making this a wonderfully nostalgic gift.

BEAUTIFUL BLEND OF ART AND SCIENCE: This volume presents detailed scientific information in a gorgeous package, a deluxe hardcover that will grace coffeetables and bookshelves. It makes a perfect gift for anyone interested in biology or illustration (or both!).

Perfect for:

• Nature lovers
• Hikers, campers, and foragers
• Environmentalists
• Scientists and science students
• Teachers and parents
• Fans of vintage illustration
• Artists

This is Home is a back-to-basics guide on how to create authentic wholehearted interiors. It's about living simply--finding the essence of what makes you happy at home and creating spaces that reflect your needs and style. Filled with clever ideas and creative spaces it shows that you don't need a huge budget to create a beautiful home. This is Home provides examples and case studies of places with a global and timeless feel that haven't always been renovated in the traditional sense but are true homes.

Featuring 16 case studies from Australia, the US, and Europe, and nearly 200 color photographs, This is Home will inspire you with beautiful, authentic places you want to be--today.

Content includes:

• How to determine your decorating personality, and what's authentic for you.
• Learning to let go of the past and create a home for the person you are today, with a focus on decision-making and the art of editing.
• How to work out a budget for your time and money using your values as a guide. Where you can spend and save when it comes to creating lasting interiors.
• How to think creatively, not expensively, when it comes to making changes at home. Going beyond the usual suspects can help you to create a home that's distinctively yours.
• How to create balance within a room while reflecting your decorating style--successful spaces are all about addition and subtraction, positive and negative.
• How to introduce decorative elements that make for authentic interiors that make you feel and have an emotional connection.
• Key ideas to consider when creating your place in relation to its environment--from the surrounding landscape to local community.
• Ways to evolve what's important for you and keep focused on your aesthetic and lifestyle.
• How to keep your home fresh without exhausting or expensive overhauls.
• How our homes can function as a place to rest our bodies, rejoice in our relationships, and restore our values.

The best Total Eclipse Guide for Ohio

Start planning today for your Total Eclipse Experience.
On April 8, 2024, a remarkable event will occur over Ohio. A rare total eclipse will pass directly over the state. If you are planning to view the total eclipse in Ohio, you need the Ohio Total Eclipse Guide.

This book has everything you need to know about viewing and photographing the eclipse across the state. In it, you will find some of the secret locations locals know.

Why Buy the Ohio Total Eclipse Guide?
Where should you watch the eclipse from? How will you find these locations? If you have never been to Ohio before, you might get lost. You don't want to be lost on the big day of the eclipse! The book even will tell you exactly where to stand if you want to see the eclipse directly over Ohio. This commemorative official guide has information on lodging, travel and local secrets.

Photography
The book contains photography exposure settings for your camera. If you're interested in creating a stunning photo of the sun's corona, the book tells you the aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings you'll need. You will find a wealth of information about how to safely and successfully photograph this rare total eclipse that will traverse the United States.

Kids & Parents

The book also has a fun total eclipse flip-book on the lower right corner included!

Guides for the Fourteen States Under the 2024 Total Eclipse
See other state eclipse guides, purchase wholesale or signed author copies at the publisher website: www.sastrugipress.com/eclipse

If online retailers are out of stock, purchase directly from your local bookstore.

Named a Top 100 Must-Read Book of 2023 by Time and a Best Book of 2023 by The New Yorker * Shortlisted for the 2024 Writers' Prize

New York Times bestselling author Laura Cumming "combines first-rate art history with deeply felt memoir" (The Washington Post) in this fascinating, little-known story of the massive explosion in Holland that killed Carel Fabritius, renowned painter of The Goldfinch and A View of Delft and nearly killed Johannes Vermeer--two of the greatest artists of the 17th century.

"Exquisite." --Simon Schama, The Guardian

As a brilliant art critic and historian, Laura Cumming has explored the importance of art in life and can give us a perspective on the time and place in which the artist worked. Now, through the lens of one dramatic event in 17th-century Holland, Cumming "has fashioned a book that combines memoir, art criticism, and history to illuminating effect" (The New York Times Book Review).

In 1654, the Thunderclap--an enormous explosion at a gunpowder store--devasted the city of Delft, killing hundreds of people, including the extraordinary painter Carel Fabritius, and injuring thousands more.

Framing the story around the life of Fabritius, Cumming illuminates this extraordinary moment in art history while also writing about her own father, a painter. Like Dutch art, the story gradually links country, city, town, street, house, interior--all the way to the bird on its perch, the blue and white tile, the smallest seed in a loaf of bread. The impact of a painting and how it can enter our thoughts, influence our view and understanding of the world is the heart of this book. Cumming has brought her unique eye to her most compelling subject yet.

Featuring beautiful full-color images of Dutch paintings throughout, this is "a glorious tribute to the two men who showed her the truth of the notion that paintings offer 'a land in themselves, a society, a place to be'" (The Economist).

Bestselling illustrator and author Caroline Jayne Church dazzles and shines in the classic lullaby, TWINKLE, TWINKLE, LITTLE STAR.

With an eye-catching foil cover that twinkles even on the darkest nights, Caroline Jayne Church's beloved toddlers and stuffed animals become adorable stargazers in this perfect bedtime rhyme.

Uncover tales of ancient beasts, in this beautiful anthology of mythologies

This book introduces children to the thrilling mythological beasts from ancient civilizations. Discover 23 stories accompanied by beautiful, colorful illustrations. Through the incredible storytelling you can learn about fantastic creatures such as the Japanese Baku, which had the power to devour nightmares, the wise Sphinx, and the fearsome Minotaur who went head-to-head with Theseus in Greek mythology. Featured pages highlight amazing real-life photos of objects, showing how each beast was represented in art.

A perfect, global introduction to the most fascinating stories about legendary creatures from ancient history.

Equal parts photo-rich lookbook, and cultural commentary, Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion is the story of the extraordinary intersection of high fashion and basketball, from the league's inception to today, and celebrates the iconic style of NBA athletes.

Each chapter explores the style of an era and the cultural influences that shaped it: The league's inception in 1949, pre-Civil Rights Movement, when the NBA was mostly comprised of white players who wore suits and skinny ties. The years following the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the birth of funk and R&B when basketball fashion got flashier (think Walt "Clyde" Frazier and Wilt Chamberlain wearing fur coats and big hats). The Michael Jordan era of the 1980s and 1990s, with its oversize suits. The epic Iverson/Hip-Hop years of the late 1990s and early 2000s. And now to today, a time defined not only by social media and high fashion's birthing of the tunnel walk (think LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Russell Westbrook), but one in which athletes are idealized as style icons and activists, figures who inspire conversations beyond how they play and what they wear.

Swiss artist HR Giger (1940-2014) is most famous for his creation of the space monster in Ridley Scott's 1979 horror sci-fi film Alien, which earned him an Oscar. Yet this was just one of the most popular expressions of Giger's biomechanical arsenal of creatures, which consistently merged hybrids of human and machine into images of haunting power and dark psychedelia. The visions drew on demons of the past, as well as evoking mythologies for the future. Above all, they gave expression to the collective fears and fantasies of his age: fear of the atom, of pollution and wasted resources, and of a future in which our bodies depend on machines for survival. Following the SUMO-sized monograph which was begun shortly before the artist's unexpected death, this affordable anniversay edition pays homage to Giger's unique vision. The book shows the complete story of Giger's life and art, his sculptures, film design, and iconic album covers as well as the heritage he left us in his own artist's museum and self-designed bar in the Swiss Alps. In an in-depth essay, Giger scholar Andreas J. Hirsch plunges into the themes of the artist's oeuvre while an extensive biography draws on contemporary quotes and Giger's own statements.

Dubbed "the industry bible" by the Los Angeles Times, All You Need to Know About the Music Business by veteran music lawyer Donald Passman is the go-to guide for everyone in the music business through ten editions, over thirty years, and over a half a million copies sold. Now with updates explaining why musicians have more power today than ever in history; discussion of the mega-million-dollar sales of artists' songs and record catalogs; how artist access to streaming media, and particularly TikTok, has completely reshaped the music business; the latest on music created by AI; and a full update of the latest numbers and trends.

For more than thirty years, All You Need to Know About the Music Business has been universally regarded as the definitive guide to the music industry. Now in its eleventh edition, Passman leads novices and experts alike through what has been the most profound change in the music business since the days of wax cylinders and piano rolls: streaming. For the first time in history, music is no longer monetized by selling something--it's monetized by how many times a listener streams a song. And also, for the first time, artists can get their music to listeners without a record company gatekeeper, creating a new democracy for music.

The "industry bible" (Los Angeles Times), now updated, is essential for anyone in the music business--musicians, songwriters, lawyers, agents, promoters, publishers, executives, and managers--and the definitive guide for anyone who wants to be in the business.

So, whether you are--or aspire to be--in the music industry, veteran music lawyer Passman's comprehensive guide is an indispensable tool. He offers timely information about the latest trends, including the reasons why artists have more clout than ever in history, the massive influence of TikTok, the mega million dollar sales of artists' songs and record catalogs, music in Web3 and the Metaverse, music created by AI, and a full update of the latest numbers and practices.

Explore the Grand Canyon with John Wesley Powell in Major Impossible, a Hazardous Tale from author-illustrator Nathan Hale's New York Times bestselling graphic novel series.

"These books are, quite simply, brilliant. . . . Thrilling, bloody, action-packed stories from American history." --New York Times

John Wesley Powell always had the spirit of adventure in him. As a young man, he traveled all over the United States exploring. When the Civil War began, Powell went to fight for the Union, and even after he lost most of his right arm, he continued to fight until the war was over.

In 1869, he embarked with the Colorado River Exploring Expedition--ten men in four boats--to float through the Grand Canyon. Over the course of three months, the explorers lost their boats and supplies, nearly drowned, and were in peril on multiple occasions. Ten explorers went in, but only six came out.

Powell would come to be known as one of the most epic explorers in history!

Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales! Read them all--if you dare!
One Dead Spy: A Revolutionary War Tale (#1)
Big Bad Ironclad!: A Civil War Tale (#2)
Donner Dinner Party: A Pioneer Tale (#3)
Treaties, Trenches, Mud, and Blood: A World War I Tale (#4)
The Underground Abductor: An Abolitionist Tale about Harriet Tubman (#5)
Alamo All-Stars: A Texas Tale (#6)
Raid of No Return: A World War II Tale of the Doolittle Raid (#7)
Lafayette!: A Revolutionary War Tale (#8)
Major Impossible: A Grand Canyon Tale (#9)
Blades of Freedom: A Tale of Haiti, Napoleon, and the Louisiana Purchase (#10)
Cold War Correspondent: A Korean War Tale (#11)
Above the Trenches: A WWI Flying Ace Tale (#12)

This officially-licensed kit includes a mini replica of the Ghost Trap from the 1984 classic film, Ghostbusters!

• SPECIFICATIONS: 4" mini ghost trap with doors that open and close with the press of a button
• LIGHT AND SOUND FEATURES: Light and sound is activated when doors are opened and deactivated when shut
• Outer housing emits 1 yellow LED + 1 flashing red LED in standby mode
• Inside emits 1 orange LED + 2 flashing blue LEDs, enhanced with light deflector to produce a unique effect
• BOOK INCLUDED: Mini book contains 12 full-color stickers, along with 3 smaller decal stickers for use with the Ghost Trap
• PERFECT GIFT: A unique gift for fans of the Ghostbusters films
• OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Authentic collectible

(TM) & (c) 2021 Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc.

The best Total Eclipse Guide for Indiana.

Start planning today for your Total Eclipse Experience.

On April 8, 2024, a remarkable event will occur over Indiana. A rare total eclipse will pass directly over the state. If you are planning to view the total eclipse in Indiana, you need the Indiana Total Eclipse Guide.

This book has everything you need to know about viewing and photographing the eclipse across the state. In it, you will find some of the secret locations locals know.

Why Buy the Indiana Total Eclipse Guide?

Where should you watch the eclipse from? How will you find these locations? If you have never been to Indiana before, you might get lost. You don't want to be lost on the big day of the eclipse! The book even will tell you exactly where to stand if you want to see the eclipse directly over Indiana. This commemorative official guide has information on lodging, travel and local secrets.

Photography

The book contains photography exposure settings for your camera. If you're interested in creating a stunning photo of the sun's corona, the book tells you the aperture, shutter speed, and ISO settings you'll need. You will find a wealth of information about how to safely and successfully photograph this rare total eclipse that will traverse the United States.

Kids and parents

The book also includes a fun total eclipse flip-book in the lower right corner!

Guides for the Fifteen States Under the 2024 Total Eclipse

See other state eclipse guides, purchase wholesale, or signed author copies at the publisher website: www.sastrugipress.com/eclipse

If online retailers are out of stock, purchase directly from your local bookstore.

Get your copy and prepare for this event today!

Learn about the remarkable life of actress and comedian Betty White, a pioneer of early television with a seven-decade career, in this title in the Who HQ Now series featuring newsmakers and trending topics.

From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favorite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and also blockbuster movies like Toy Story 4 and The Proposal. Over her decades-long career, Betty White won Emmy awards, was named an honorary mayor of Hollywood, earned a star on the Walk of Fame, and set the Guinness World Record for woman with the longest TV career ever. Off-screen, Betty advocated for animal rights, racial justice, and LGBTQIA+ rights. Learn about her legendary life in this book for young readers.

From the creators of Colouring History: The Tudors comes their next compilation of intricately hand-drawn illustrations featuring key players and places from the Tudor court. Included in this book are scenes and portraits featuring the kings and queens of Tudor and Elizabethan England. Add your colouring style to illustrations of Henry VIII, Katherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, Kateryn Parr, Thomas Cromwell, Thomas More, Edward VI, Lady Jane Grey, Mary I, Elizabeth I, and Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots. Let your colour pencils lead you to the lost palaces of Richmond and Nonsuch and the grand views of Hever Castle and Hampton Court Palace.

What's inside?

18 Portraits based on their original representation

7 Scenes inspired by contemporary manuscripts

5 Artifacts from important moments in Tudor history

5 Palaces or Castles

...and more!

A total of 39 original single-sided drawings with historically relevant captions on each facing page.

Plus!

1 highly illustrated title page (matches the cover) to colour

1 decorated page for personalization (This book belongs to...)

Colour your way to peace and inner harmony, while indulging your passion for Tudor history. Suitable for all ages.

In Playin' Possum, readers get an intimate look at country music legend George Jones through the eyes of his wife of thirty years.

Ask anyone who knows country music, "Who was the GOAT--the greatest of all time?" and the answers will inevitably lead to George Jones.

Millions of people know the name of the iconic country music artist, George Jones, but few people know that behind the man and his golden voice was a strong, feisty woman who not only saved his life from cocaine addiction, alcoholism, and other abusive and self-destructive behaviors, but also was instrumental in saving his soul.

Legends, half-truths, and downright lies abound about the iconic singer, but what secrets do people not know about him? What was it like to live with him through the darkest shadows and in the brightest of lights?

Married for more than thirty years to the greatest country music singer who ever lived, the man Frank Sinatra had whimsically referred to as "the second-greatest singer in America," Nancy Jones knew George Jones better than anyone else on earth--the good George and the bad George, the horrendous, and the hilarious. George and Nancy married March 4, 1983, and with her help and encouragement, he quit his wild and wicked ways--for a while. Nancy soon learned, however, that the demons held a strong grip on the man she loved, and they were not about to release him without a fight. But Nancy Jones is a tenacious fighter, and most people who knew "the Possum," credit Nancy with saving his life and rebuilding his career.

For the first time, in Playin' Possum, Nancy Jones reveals the true "insider" perspectives and little known poignant and as well as humorous stories about the country music icon--his battles with cocaine, alcohol, abusive behavior toward her and others, his battles with himself, and most of all, his battles against the demons that sought to control him and ultimately destroy him.

Nancy knew there was a good man inside George Jones, and she felt strongly that God had given her the assignment to help him, even if he hurt her. She refused to give up on Jones. Although Tammy Wynette sang "Stand By Your Man," it was actually Nancy Jones who stood by George for more than thirty years, and helped bring him to the Light. Together, they brought joy and light to millions of people.