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On the cover: Art from Frank Einstein and the Antimatter Motor (front) and Mini Myths: Be Patient, Pandora! (back)

This page, clockwise from top: Art from In My Heart, You and Me, El Deafo, You Are Not My Friend, But I Miss You, and Peter Loves Penguin.

Front cover and pp. 46–47: © 2014 Brain Biggs; back cover and pp. 4–5: © 2015 Leslie Patricelli; p. 5: author photo of Patricelli by Caroline Woodham; p. 7: author photo by Lynn Saville; p. 21: author photo by Mariko Zervos; p. 28: author photo of Vess by David Shane Odum; p. 34: author photo by Melania Avanzato; p. 48: © 2014 Sanford Greene; p. 49: © 2014 Kazu Kibuishi; pp. 50–53: © 2014 Wimpy Kid; pp. 54–55: © 2014 Cece Bell; pp. 56–57: illustrations © 2014 Jason Rosenstock, photographs © 2014 Tom Angleberger; pp. 58–59: © 2014 Amy Ignatow; p. 60: © 2014 Frank Cammuso; p. 61: © 2014 Kelly Murphy; pp. 62–63: © 2014 Jonathan Beckerman; p. 66: © 2014 Shane Rebenschied; p. 66: author photo by Jaki Campeau; p. 67: © 2014 TK; pp. 68–69: © 2014 Nathália Suellen; p. 70: © 2014 Malika Favre; p. 71: © 2014 John de Garis; p. 72: © 2014 TK; p. 75: © 2014 Nathália Suellen; p. 76: © 2014 Wilhelm Staehle; p. 77: © 2014 Symon Chow; p. 78: © 2014 Sanford Greene; p. 79: © 2014 Fiona Robinson; p. 80: © 2014 Amy Ignatow; p. 81: © 2014 Ethen Beavers

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Countablock

mini myths: Be Patient, Pandora!

mini myths: Play nice, hercules!

i am So Brave!

100 things that make me happy

thingy things: Buggy Bug, moosey

moose, Clammy Clam, and doggy dog

Peter Loves Penguin

montessori: map Work

Sally in the forest

Sally in the Snow

in my heart

i’m Gonna Climb a mountain in my

Patent Leather Shoes

happy Birthday, madame Chapeau

You and me

Lucky

i’m Going to Catch my tail

the Last King of angkor Wat

hello Kitty, hello halloween!

merry Christmas, hello Kitty!

happy Birthday, hello Kitty!

You are not my friend, But i miss You

tumbleweed Baby

Beautiful moon

here is the World

michael Shiner’s Capital days

digging a hole to heaven

Shooting at the Stars

full Speed ahead!

You Call that art?!

Young Charlotte,

filmmaker

matisse’s Garden

10 times 10

the Butterfly house

the messy monster Book

Under the ocean

meet matisse

my Cut-out Pictures

a Possum’s tail

Coming and Going

three Little owls

frank einstein and the antimatter motor

the rainbow Serpent

explorer

diary of a Wimpy Kid

el deafo

emperor Pickletine rides the Bus

the Popularity Papers Book Seven

the misadventures of Salem hyde

Book three

fleabrain Loves franny

Pink & Green is the new Black

yolo

Winterkill

the Cure for dreaming

ensnared

oh Yeah, audrey!

Paper airplanes

hold tight, don’t Let Go

the infinite moment of Us

Unhinged

Sick

in the Shadow of Blackbirds

an army of frogs

the abominables

the Popularity Papers Book five

nerdS Book five

hello Kitty nail art

the Simpsons family history

Sing no evil

Playful

my Prairie Cookbook

the Steampunk User’s manual

the art of Selling Books

Seasonal Backlist

eBooks

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Following on the heels of a successful abecedary, Countablock features thick pages cut into

the shape of each numeral, creating a peek-through guessing game around the number form itself.

One acorn becomes . . . one oak tree! From snowmen to puddles and eggs to chicks, quantities are

illustrated twice: both before and after their “transformations.” As children interact with the pages, they

will familiarize themselves not only with the numbers 1–100 and associated quantities, but with each

numeral’s physicality—angles, holes, and curves, both front and back. Die-cut numerals include 1–10,

and 20–100 by tens. Illustrated by hip British design team Peskimo, this fresh take on the 1-2-3s

encourages readers to manipulate numbers in a whole new way.

Christopher Franceschelli is a seasoned publisher, editor, and creator of

children’s books. He currently runs Chronicle’s Handprint imprint and the

SmartInk packaging company. A born and raised New Yorker, Franceschelli

lives with his family in Brooklyn. Peskimo is a husband-and-wife illustration

and design team. They live in Bristol, England.

Countablock ■ By Christopher Fr anCesChelli ■ art By peskimo

A numerical companion to Alphablock, with pages shaped as numbers, counting from 1 to 100 ■ Highly anticipated follow-up:

Alphablock has nearly 100K

copies in print!

■ Critical acclaim: Alphablock

was named one of Parents

magazine’s 10 Best Children’s

Books of 2013 and an ABC Best

Book for Children

■ Distinct content: This second

title by the same team explores

numbers with a guessing game

that focuses on transformations

■ High perceived value: 94 sturdy

board pages in a small-trim

block create an inviting, chunky

package

■ Original art style: Renowned

British illustration and design

team Peskimo brings an edge of

originality to the early-concept

category

■ Seasonal opportunities: Perfect

for back-to-school promotions

and holiday gift tables, both as a

stand-alone or as an A-B-C/1-2-3

pair with Alphablock!

ISBN 978-1-4197-1374-3

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1374-3

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Alphablock

ISBN 978-1-4197-0936-4

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Full-color illustrations

94 pages including gatefold,

5¼ × 6¼"

Casebound board book

RIGHTS: WOrlD ENglISH

PuB MONTH: AUgUST

CARTON QTY: 16

ages 1 to 4

Board Book

DIE-CUT NUMBER!

Countablock

16-copy mixed carton

8 copies Countablock

8 copies Alphablock

ISBN 978-1-4197-1469-6

US $271.20 CAN $303.20ISBN 978-1-4197-1469-6

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Features a double gatefold for the number 100!

Praise for Alphablock

★ “An appealing and fun way for

youngsters to interact with

the alpha-bet, and for slightly

older children to enjoy the

clever artwork.” —School

Library Journal, starred review

“A visually captivating

delight for careful little

ones.” —Kirkus Reviews

“While it’s graphically

sophisticated enough to please

adults, little children can happily

flip through this book on their

own.” —New York Times

“The baby, toddler or nursery-

schooler who tears the gift

wrapping off Christopher

Franceschelli’s Alphablock

may think that she has just

opened a toy, for how lively and

tactile the thing in her hands

will be.” —Wall Street Journal

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Joan Holub is an award-winning, bestselling author of over 130 children’s

books, including the popular series Goddess Girls. She lives in Raleigh,

North Carolina. leslie Patricelli has published over 25 books for children,

including Yummy Yucky and other titles in the bestselling Bald Baby board

book series. She lives in Hailey, Idaho.

PL Ay NICE , HERCULES

Play Nice, Hercules!

ISBN 978-1-4197-0954-8

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24 pages, 7 × 7"

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ages 1 to 4

Board Book

■ Bestselling illustrator: Patricelli’s

distinctly comical illustrations will

appeal to her vast following in

the board book world

■ greek mythology is hot:

Successful mythology-based

series such as Percy Jackson and

Goddess Girls have paved the

way for these books

■ Parents dig literary references in

books for toddlers: A refreshingly

kid-friendly take on classic

literature, featuring modern-day

parables with a summary of the

original myth at the end

■ Expert author: Joan Holub has

a strong author track record in

both Greek mythology–based

books and board books

Be Patient, Pandora!

ISBN 978-1-4197-0951-7

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When Pandora is warned by

her mother not to open a box,

her spirited curiosity trumps her

obedience. Pandora harmlessly

touches the box, innocently leans

on the box, and eventually, albeit

accidentally, bursts the box open!

The cupcakes that were hidden

inside are ruined, except for one last

vestige, which Pandora presents in

the hope that her mother still loves

her. Leslie Patricelli’s depictions of

this physical comedy bring a lively

narrative to Joan Holub’s carefully

crafted text. Includes a summary

of the original Pandora’s Box myth

at the end.

BE PATIENT, PANdoR A!

ClassiC Greek myths reimaGined as modern-day tales for toddlers!

play niCe,herCules!

■ By Joan holuB ■ i llustr ated By leslie patriCelli

Hercules is not as interested

in “playing nice” as he is in playing

strong! But when one feat of strength

destroys his little sister’s 12-piece

tower, he must use his powers for

good to restore the tower and seek

her forgiveness. She forgives him

indeed, and then shows her own

strength by gleefully knocking

down the stacked blocks herself!

Joan Holub’s expertly focused text

pairs perfectly with Leslie Patricelli’s

famously humorous illustrations.

Includes a summary of the original

Hercules’s Twelve Labors myth

at the end.

Be patient,pandora!

Mini Myths

12-copy counter display

6 copies Be Patient, Pandora!

6 copies Play Nice, Hercules!

ISBN 978-1-4197-1470-2

US $83.40 CAN $95.40ISBN 978-1-4197-1470-2

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In the grand tradition of “Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens” comes an uplifting tribute to

100 everyday things worth celebrating. The list, in rhyming couplets, draws directly from a preschooler’s

world—from slippery floors to dinosaurs, from goldfish to a birthday wish. Amy Schwartz weaves a

masterful balance between art and text, with each of the 100 items portrayed as its own well-observed

and warmly detailed vignette. While the contents provide readers with a frame of reference for the

quantity of “100”—a celebratory milestone in preschools and early elementary grades—the oversized

pages envelop young children in the wonderful things surrounding them.

Amy Schwartz has written and illustrated a number of classic and award-winning picture

books. Amy was born and raised in California and now lives with her family in Brooklyn,

New York. This is her first book with Abrams, which, in fact, makes her very happy.

100 Things That Make Me Happy

■ By amy sChwartz

From the beloved Amy Schwartz, an endearing tribute to 100 everyday things to appreciate

■ Award-winning author and

illustrator: Amy Schwartz has

been creating award-winning

children’s books for decades,

such as Annabelle Swift,

Kindergartner; Bea and Mr.

Jones; and The Purple Coat

■ A new look for Schwartz: The

clean white backgrounds, playful

typography, and sparse layout

showcase the carefully crafted

vignettes

■ giftable for all celebrations:

From the 100th day of School to

graduations and holidays, this

has wide appeal all year long

■ Encourages gratitude: Schwartz

invites readers to rejoice in the

delights of everyday life with

tender relevancy

ISBN 978-1-4197-0518-2

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40 pages, 8½ × 11"

Hardcover with jacket

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CARTON QTY: 20

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ages 3 to 6

piCture Book

■ Empowering text: Pays tribute to

the “small steps” that a toddler

takes toward independence, with

congratulatory text

■ Award-winning illustrations:

Gillingham’s joyous, retro-fresh

style and four-color spot

treatment appeal to all ages

■ Successful series: The first three

books have earned strong critical

acclaim and ongoing sales

■ Issue book: Perfect for any child

dealing with a specific fear (of

the dark, of separation, etc.), by

providing positive reinforcement

and an effective mantra

ISBN 978-1-4197-0937-1

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This fourth book in the empowerment series celebrates the feats of growing out of toddlerhood

with courage and success. Whether it’s petting a dog or waving good-bye to a parent, Krensky and

Gillingham address the “small wins” of growing just a little bit braver. Young children and their parents

will revel in the encouraging text and the vintage screen-print-style illustrations.

Stephen Krensky has published more than 100 fiction and nonfiction

books for children. He lives with his wife in Lexington, Massachusetts. They

have two grown sons. Sara gillingham is an award-winning art director,

designer, and artist who has published more than 15 books for young

children. She lives with her family in British Columbia.

Praise for Stephen

Krensky and Sara

gillingham

★“Lovely, understated

verse and artwork

with a delightfully

vintage feel are

in perfect sync.”

—Publishers Weekly,

starred review

“Short and satisfying,

these ‘empowering

celebrations’

of burgeoning

independence will

encourage small

children to see how

far they’ve already

come.” —Wall

Street Journal

“Celebrates

the increasing

independence

of toddlers and

their pride of

accomplishment.”

—Horn Book

also available All books US $6.95 CAN $7.95

Now I Am Big!

ISBN 978-1-4197-0416-1

I Can Do It Myself!

ISBN 978-1-4197-0400-0

I Know a Lot!

ISBN 978-1-4197-0938-8

ISBN 978-1-4197-0416-1

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ISBN 978-1-4197-0400-0

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ISBN 978-1-4197-0938-8

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I Am So Brave! ■ By stephen krensk y ■ i llustr ated By sar a g i ll ingham

The empowerment series of board books continues with a celebration of overcoming fears


12 pages, 6½ × 9"

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Board Book

CARTON QTY: 60

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jacket is a poster!

Underside of the

100 Things That

Make Me Happy

12-copy floor display

ISBN 978-1-4197-1472-6

US $203.40 CAN $227.40ISBN 978-1-4197-1472-6

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100 Things That

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Lamby Lamb

ISBN 978-1-4197-1057-5

Crabby Crab

ISBN 978-1-4197-1056-8

Whaley Whale

ISBN 978-1-4197-1058-2

Cowy Cow

ISBN 978-1-4197-1055-1

ISBN 978-1-4197-1057-5

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ISBN 978-1-4197-1056-8

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ISBN 978-1-4197-1058-2

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ISBN 978-1-4197-1055-1

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Buggy Bug

ISBN 978-1-4197-1200-5

Moosey Moose

ISBN 978-1-4197-1202-9

Clammy Clam

ISBN 978-1-4197-1201-2

Doggy Dog

ISBN 978-1-4197-1203-6

ISBN 978-1-4197-1200-5

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ISBN 978-1-4197-1202-9

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ISBN 978-1-4197-1201-2

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ISBN 978-1-4197-1203-6

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ages 2 to 4

piCture Book


24 pages, 6½ × 6½"

Hardcover

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CARTON QTY: 40

US $6.95 CAN $7.95

ages 2 to 4

piCture Book

■ Award-winning creator: Raschka

won two Caldecott Medals and a

Caldecott Honor

■ rare reissue opportunity:

Published in 2000 and

subsequently out of print, this

series has been successfully

reissued in light of the embrace

of quirky, clever picture books

■ Brand-new books: Two never-

before-published titles will be

released this season

■ Highly collectible: With a total of

eight titles, this set of bite-sized,

lower-priced picture books

invites impulse buys

■ Authentic depictions: Raschka

bases each book on his own

toddler, making the story lines

relatable and familiar to adults as

well as preschoolers

■ Promotional opportunities:

Moosey Moose is perfect for

winter promotions, and Doggy

Dog for dog/pet promotions

Chris raschka has published over 60 children’s books, including the 2012 Caldecott Medal winner A

Ball for Daisy. His other books include the 2006 Caldecott Medal winner The Hello, Goodbye Window

by Norton Juster; the Caldecott Honor book Yo! Yes?; and the ALA-ALSC Notable Children’s Book

Good Sports. He lives in New York City Cit!

Buggy BugBRAND-NEW!

Theme: Wanting attention. Buggy Bug has

something to say. But what could it be? We may

never know, in this pitch-perfect portrait of the incon-

sistencies of toddlerhood. Buggy Bug’s insistence on

attention—and then denial of attention—will prompt

giggles upon each reading. Chris Raschka writes

humor between the lines and paints in subtleties that

will tickle readers of all ages.

Clammy ClamBRAND-NEW!

Theme: Feeling shy. Introducing . . . Clammy

Clam! It’s . . . Clammy Clam! And yet, Clammy Clam

refuses to say a simple “hello.” In this tribute to

the silent type, readers are reminded that kids

can be unpredictable, requiring improvisation and

compromise. Chris Raschka’s expert balance of

visual and textual humor will bring even the

shyest of readers out of their shells!

Doggy DogTheme: Labeling and classifying. Doggy Dog

is a dog, for sure. But is he a potato? A piece

of cheese? This seemingly nonsensical line of

questioning is actually an exercise in categoriza-

tion and identification . . . and a funny one, at that!

Chris Raschka’s award-winning brushstrokes add

just the right amount of emotion and comedy.

MoRE THINGY THINGS TITlES fRoM THE MAGNIfIcENT cHRIS RAScHKA!

moosey mooseTheme: Tantruming. Moosey Moose is mad.

Moosey Moose is throwing a tantrum! Why? Well,

he wants his pants, of course. And not his short

pants—his long pants! Toddlers will relate to

Moosey Moose’s deceptively random pickiness

and delight in his triumphant and surprising

resolution. Chris Raschka’s witty, relatable humor

lets children in on the joke and leaves everyone

laughing!

Thingy Things


3 copies Buggy Bug

3 copies Moosey Moose

3 copies Clammy Clam

3 copies Doggy Dog

ISBN 978-1-4197-1471-9

US $83.40 CAN $95.40ISBN 978-1-4197-1471-9

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■ Bestselling author/illustrator:

McPhail is a NYT bestseller

■ Successful series: A companion

to the popular Ben Loves Bear

and Bella Loves Bunny

■ Holiday promotions: Filled with

classic winter activities like

building a snowman and drinking

hot cocoa, this board book will

be perfect for winter and holiday

promotions

■ Popular animal: Penguins are

perennially popular characters in

children’s books

■ Appealing format: Casebound

board books are McPhail’s

bestselling format—a real value

at only $8.95

ISBN 978-1-4197-1337-8

US $8.95 CAN $9.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1337-8

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5 0 8 9 5

Peter and Penguin wake up to snow on the ground and immediately get bundled up to play outside.

After making snowballs and a snowman and enjoying the perfect winter day together, they return inside

to warm up and share some cocoa.

In this companion to Ben Loves Bear and Bella Loves Bunny, the youngest readers will relate to the

loving bond between a little boy and his favorite stuffed animal, and how this sweet friendship makes

each day special.

David mcPhail is the New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of over 100 books

for children, including Waddles, Ben Loves Bear, and Bella Loves Bunny. He lives in Rye,

New Hampshire.

Peter Loves Penguin ■ By david mcphai l

A cuddly winter-themed board book about the bond between a child and his stuffed animal


22 pages, 6 × 8"

Board book

RIGHTS: WOrlD

PuB MONTH: OCTOBEr

CARTON QTY: 28

ages 1 to 4

Board Book

also available

Ben Loves Bear

ISBN 978-1-4197-0386-7

US $8.95 CAN $9.95

Bella Loves Bunny

ISBN 978-1-4197-0543-4

US $8.95 CAN $9.95

ISBN 978-1-4197-0386-7

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5 0 8 9 5

ISBN 978-1-4197-0543-4

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5 0 8 9 5

As with all things Montessori, students begin with the concrete and move to the abstract. When

learning geography, students first develop an understanding that the earth is a round globe, made up

of land and water. They then manipulate the shape of each continent before addressing its name and

location. Montessori: Map Work introduces readers to the seven continents via textured edges to trace

with their fingers, modes of transportation between each one for spatial context, and illustrated native

animals for relevant and meaningful associations. Young children will absorb the age-appropriate

geography and gain a better sense of their place in the world.

Bobby george and his wife, June george, founded and run Baan Dek—

the first Montessori school in South Dakota. They also own and operate

Montessorium, a Montessori app company. Alyssa Nassner is an illustrator

and hand letterer based out of Minneapolis. She is the illustrator of the

Montessori series for Abrams as well as several books for Chronicle and

Ivy Press.

Praise for the montessori series

“The combination of phonetics

and simple retro illustration makes

for an excellent entree into pre-

literacy.” —Wall Street Journal

“Nicely illustrated, this tall, distinctive

board book is a useful resource for

parents and teachers.” —Booklist

Montessori: Map Work ■ By BoBBy george and June george

■ i llustr ated By alyssa nassner

A uniquely young introduction to world geography joins the Montessori board book series

■ Widespread and loyal following:

There are more than 4,000

Montessori schools in the U.S.

■ Broad appeal: Introduces a way

of learning that is understandable

to all

■ Important subject for eager

parents: This developmentally

appropriate introduction to

world geography will appeal to

overachieving parents

■ Innovative format: Features

textures that reference

Montessori classroom materials

ISBN 978-1-4197-0934-0

US $9.95 CAN $10.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0934-0

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also available All books US $9.95 CAN $10.95

Montessori: Letter Work

ISBN 978-1-4197-0411-6

Montessori: Number Work

ISBN 978-1-4197-0412-3

Montessori: Shape Work

ISBN 978-1-4197-0935-7

ISBN 978-1-4197-0411-6

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ISBN 978-1-4197-0412-3

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 4 1 2 3

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ISBN 978-1-4197-0935-7

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 9 3 5 7

5 0 9 9 5


20 pages, 5 × 10"

Board book

RIGHTS: WOrlD

PuB MONTH: JUly

CARTON QTY: 32

ages 2 to 5

Board Book

See page 88

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Praise for Ben Loves Bear

and Bella Loves Bunny

“Perfect for reading aloud

in the last minutes before

turning out the lights

and saying goodnight.”

—New York Times

★ “Theirs is a soft, comforting

world . . . McPhail’s quiet,

pastel-hued paintings

ensure that readers will be

glad to revisit.” —Publishers

Weekly, starred review

★ “Already a gifted artist,

McPhail proves here that

he intrinsically understands

what the youngest readers

want and need.” —Kirkus

Reviews, starred review

“McPhail’s classic watercolor

style creates a comfortable

and warm atmosphere that

will resonate with youngsters.”

—School Library Journal

“Stylish and packed with witty

touches.” —Kirkus Reviews



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Sally visits a dog-friendly ski lodge,

complete with dog skiing, dog snowboarding,

dog sledding, and, of course, dog dinner!

Adapted from the classic picture book Sally’s

Snow Adventure and illustrated in Huneck’s

pitch-perfect woodcut prints, this simplified

text is perfect for snow-loving toddlers and

wintertime positioning.

Sally in the Snow


20 pages, 7 × 7"

Board book

RIGHTS: WOrlD

CARTON QTY: 44

US $7.95 CAN $8.95

Sally in the Forest

PuB MONTH: AUgUST

ISBN 978-1-4197-1226-5

Sally in the Snow

PuB MONTH: OCTOBEr

ISBN 978-1-4197-1227-2

ISBN 978-1-4197-1226-5

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5 0 7 9 5

ISBN 978-1-4197-1227-2

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5 0 7 9 5

■ Popular series: The Sally picture

book series has more than

300,000 copies in print and

continued strong sales. Readers

will appreciate these beautiful

additions to the series

■ Classic art: Huneck’s

quintessential woodcut print

style will appeal to the youngest

readers

■ Seasonal opportunities: Sally

in the Forest is perfect for fall

promotions, Sally in the Snow is

ideal for winter promotions, and

both would round out dog/pet

promotions

After looking at a book on forest animals,

Sally is determined to meet some of these

wild friends in their natural habitat. She finds a

repetitive owl, a smelly skunk, moose tracks,

and a hungry bear . . . whose meal of berries

makes Sally realize that it’s time for her dinner,

too! Illustrated in Huneck’s classic woodcut

prints from the picture book Sally Goes to

the Mountains, this simplified text is perfect

for animal-loving toddlers and autumnal

positioning.

Stephen Huneck (1948–2010) was the bestselling, award-winning author of seven previ-

ous Sally adventures and an internationally acclaimed painter, sculptor, and printmaker.

His artwork is in the collections of the American Folk Art Museum and the Smithsonian

American Art Museum. He lived with his wife, Gwen, and their four dogs in St. Johnsbury,

Vermont, near Dog Mountain, where his Dog Chapel is located. Huneck’s own dog Sally

was the inspiration for these books.

Sally in the Forest

ages 1 to 3

Board Book

ClassiC artwork and unexpeCted humor will draw the newest readers to sally!

also available both books US $7.95 CAN $8.95

Sally in the Sand

ISBN 978-1-4197-1029-2

Sally at the Farm

ISBN 978-1-4197-1030-8

ISBN 978-1-4197-1029-2

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 1 0 2 9 2

5 0 7 9 5

ISBN 978-1-4197-1030-8

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5 0 7 9 5

Sometimes my heart feels like a big yellow star, shiny and bright.

I smile from ear to ear and twirl around so fast,

I feel as if I could take off into the sky.

This is when my heart is happy.

Happiness, sadness, bravery, anger, shyness . . . our hearts can feel so many feelings! Some make

us feel as light as a balloon, others as heavy as an elephant. In My Heart explores a full range of emo-

tions, describing how they feel physically, inside. With language that is lyrical but also direct, toddlers

will be empowered by this new vocabulary and able to practice articulating and identifying their own

emotions. With whimsical illustrations and an irresistible die-cut heart that extends through each

spread, this unique feelings book is gorgeously packaged.

Jo Witek is the author of Hello in There! She is an author, journalist, and

screenwriter who has published several books in France. She lives in

Hérault, France. Christine roussey is the illustrator of Hello in There!

She works in advertising, as well as with newspapers, magazines, and

publishers. She lives in Paris.

Praise for Hello in There!

★“Roussey’s whimsical,

scraggly illustrations are

perfectly suited to the girl’s

excitement as the big day

approaches.” —Publishers


In My HeartA BooK oF FEE LINGS

■ By Jo witek ■ i llustr ated By Christine rousse y

Cleverly die-cut through with hearts, this vibrant picture book celebrates feelings, in all their shapes and sizes

■ Irresistible package: In My

Heart’s multicolored die-cut

cover will pop off the shelf

■ Acclaimed duo: Witek and

Roussey’s Hello in There!

garnered rave reviews, including

a starred review from Publishers

Weekly

■ gorgeous art: Whimsical, colorful

line drawings give this title a

current and gifty feel

■ Sturdy format: Cardstock pages

stand up to wear and tear

■ Valentine’s tie-in: The charming

heart motif perfectly aligns

with seasonal promotions and

Valentine’s gifts

ISBN 978-1-4197-1310-1

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1310-1

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also available

Hello in There!

ISBN 978-1-4197-0371-3

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0371-3

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 3 7 1 3

5 1 6 9 5


32 pages, 10 × 10½"

Hardcover

RIGHTS: WOrlD ENglISH

PuB MONTH: JANUAry

CARTON QTY: 20

ages 2 to 4

piCture Book

■ By stephen huneCk


FALL/WINTER 2014–2015 ■ 15z Abrams Books for Young Readers

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Sadie is all set for her family’s rustic camping trip—she’s packed her favorite patent leather shoes,

ballerina skirt, and other stylish accessories in her sparkly suitcase—everything a girl needs in order

to have an adventure! Especially when she thinks Bigfoot is on the loose. Along with her brother, Sadie

searches for clues, crawls through a cave, swims down a river, and climbs a mountain. Will she be able

to catch the mysterious monster with her lasso of pearls and magic gold wand? Sadie proves that girly

girls can get their hands dirty and be brave, too!

Lyrical text is complemented by bright and lively illustrations, and Sadie’s fearlessness will leave

readers ready to grab their satin capes and head out on their own adventures!

Marilyn Singer is an award-winning author who has published over 80

books for children, including Mirror Mirror and the bestselling Tallulah

series. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. Lynne Avril is the illustrator of the

bestselling Amelia Bedelia series and Every Cowgirl series. She lives in

Phoenix, Arizona.

I’m Gonna Climb a Mountain in My Patent Leather Shoes

■ By Mari lyn S inger ■ i lluStr ated By lynne avri l

Girly girls can be strong and brave, as shown by the heroine of this picture book romp!

■ Adventurous heroine: Sadie

loves camping and getting messy

just as much as she loves sparkly

accessories. She’s an inspiring

role model who shows that girls

can be both feminine and tough

■ Fashion hook: Little girls will love

Sadie’s clothes and accessories,

from her cape and tiara to her

tutu and patent leather shoes

■ Celebrated author: Singer

has received numerous

honors, including the Cybils

Poetry Award

■ Girl appeal: The bright, humorous

illustrations by Lynne Avril will

appeal to lovers of Fancy Nancy

and other girly fun

ISBN 978-1-4197-0336-2

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0336-2

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5 1 6 9 5

also available

I Had a Favorite Dress

By Boni Ashburn

ISBN 978-1-4197-0016-3

US $16.95 CAN $19.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0016-3

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 0 1 6 3

5 1 6 9 5


40 pages, 9 × 11"


RIGHTS: WorLd

PuB MoNTH: SepteMBer

ageS 4 to 8

Picture Book

CARToN QTY: 26

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Happy Birthday, Madame Chapeau

■ By andre a Be at y ■ i lluStr ated By david roBertS

From the creators of the New York Times bestseller Rosie Revere, Engineer, a charming picture

book about the world’s finest hat maker

■ Bestselling duo: Beaty and

Roberts’s latest collaboration,

Rosie Revere, Engineer, is a New

York Times bestseller

■ Acclaimed art: Roberts’s stylish

art holds strong appeal in special

markets and museums. As a

former milliner, he brings a

particular passion for hats to this

project

■ Fashion history: Famous hats

by Phillip Treacy, Stephen Jones,

and more appear throughout.

Isabella Blow was the inspiration

for the main character

■ Hats on parade: A wide variety

of hats showcases the many jobs

in a community and captures the

imagination of readers, who can

play dress-up alongside Madame

Chapeau

ISBN 978-1-4197-1219-7

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1219-7

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 1 2 1 9 7

5 1 6 9 5

also available

Iggy Peck, Architect

ISBN 978-0-8109-1106-2

US $16.95 CAN $18.95

Rosie Revere, Engineer

ISBN 978-1-4197-0845-9

US $16.95 CAN $18.95

ISBN 978-0810911062

9 780810 911062

5 1 6 9 5

ISBN 978-1-4197-0845-9

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 8 4 5 9

5 1 6 9 5


32 pages, 9 × 11"


RIGHTS: WorLd


ageS 4 to 8

Picture Book

CARToN QTY: 26

See page 88

In a three-story house with a shop down below,

lived the world’s finest hat maker, Madame Chapeau.

Like the Lady herself, all her hats were refined.

Brilliantly singular. One of a kind.

So begins the tale of a lonely hat maker who matches customers to the perfect hat but lacks her

own perfect match in life. once a year, on her birthday, Madame Chapeau ventures out in her favorite

bonnet to dinner. This time, a crow snatches her hat and flies away. Mon dieu! As she chases the crow

through the streets of Paris, a baker, a policeman, a cowboy, and others offer her their own hats to wear.

None of them are quite right, though, until one special little girl offers her a hat “knitted with love and

[her] best birthday wish.”

From the bestselling team behind Iggy Peck, Architect and Rosie Revere, Engineer comes this

delightful and very stylish story about love, community, and friendship, with some fancy hats thrown in for

good measure.

Andrea Beaty is the author of many books for children, including Iggy

Peck, Architect; Rosie Revere, Engineer; and Attack of the Fluffy Bunnies.

She lives near Chicago. david roberts, a former milliner, has illustrated

many children’s books, including Iggy Peck, Architect and Rosie Revere,

Engineer. He lives in London.

New York Times

bestseller

praise for Beaty and

roberts’ other works

“An irreverent, hilarious,

rhyming tale . . . Roberts’

whimsical illustrations, too, are

a hoot.” —Creators Syndicate

“David Roberts’ watercolor, pen

and ink illustrations are stylized

exaggeration, which is a nice

match to the text.” —Library

Media Connection

Happy Birthday,

Madame Chapeau


ISBN 978-1-4197-1475-7

US $101.70 CAN $113.70ISBN 978-0-8109-8975-7

9 7 8 0 8 1 0 9 8 9 7 5 7

5 1 8 9 5

Happy Birthday,

Madame Chapeau


ISBN 978-1-4197-1475-7

US $101.70



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You and Me is a loving tribute to how fate brought two best friends together. An adorable cat muses

about the what-ifs in life: What if he had slept late that one special morning? What if he’d missed his train

on that fateful day? Then he might never have met his favorite person in the world, and his entire life

would be different!

Two friends delight in the incredible power of serendipity in this charming tale. Illustrated by the

bestselling Peter H. Reynolds, You and Me is the ultimate gift for the closest of friends on Valentine’s

Day or any day of the year.

Susan Verde is the author of The Museum, illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds,

which Kirkus described as “a sweet-natured and handsome celebration.”

She teaches yoga to children and lives in East Hampton, New York. peter

H. reynolds is the illustrator behind the mega-selling Judy Moody and

Stink series, as well as many other bestselling and award-winning picture

books, including The Dot and Ish. He lives in Boston.

You and Me ■ By SuSan verde ■ i lluStr ated By Peter H . re ynoldS

This tender ode to friendship, illustrated by the incomparable Peter H. Reynolds, is

the perfect gift for the one you love

■ Bestselling illustrator: Reynolds

is one of the most popular and

recognizable illustrators in the

industry today

■ Successful team: Verde and

Reynolds’s first book, The

Museum, received excellent

reviews and strong sales

■ Friendship story: Friendship

stories are evergreen, and this

sweet story of love and destiny

can apply to either friends or

romantic partners

■ Crossover appeal: With its

smaller, low-price format and

theme of love, it’s perfect for

Valentine’s promotions

■ Adorable cat characters: Two

charming cats give this friendship

story universal appeal

ISBN 978-1-4197-1197-8

US $14.95 CAN $16.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1197-8

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5 1 4 9 5

also available

The Museum

ISBN 978-1-4197-0594-6

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0594-6

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 5 9 4 6

5 1 6 9 5


32 pages, 8 × 8"


RIGHTS: WorLd

PuB MoNTH: jANUAry

ageS 5 and uP

Picture Book

CARToN QTY: 48

See page 88


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■ Critical darling: Mackintosh’s

books consistently garner rave

reviews

■ Striking design: Mackintosh,

known for his innovative art,

delivers his most beautiful

book yet

■ Sweet sibling story: The

story realistically portrays the

annoyances, and benefits, of

having a brother

■ Hawaii featured: Hawaii as an

exotic and appealing vacation

destination will pique regional

interest

ISBN 978-1-4197-0809-1

US $17.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0809-1

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 8 0 9 1

5 1 6 9 5

From the creator of Marshall Armstrong Is New to Our School comes a visually stunning, hilarious

picture book that explores children’s tendency to jump to the conclusions they want.

When Leo’s mom announces that there will be a surprise at dinner, she unknowingly sets in motion

a riotous chain of events. What could the surprise be?! Leo and his brother are desperate to find out.

Could it be a bike? A pool? A new car? Their imaginations run wild until they latch, with utter conviction,

onto what surely must be the answer: an all-expenses-paid, two-week trip to Hawaii! Perhaps not

surprisingly, the brothers are soon proven wrong. But the ingenious way their family decides to cheer

them up poignantly reminds us that, sometimes, embracing what you already have is enough to make

you feel “lucky.”

david Mackintosh is the author of Marshall Armstrong Is New to Our School, The

Frank Show, and Standing In for Lincoln Green. He is a graphic designer, art director,

and illustrator. His innovative book designs have won numerous awards in Britain and

internationally. He lives in London. Visit him online at davidmackintosh.co.uk.

also available

All Books US $16.95

Marshall Armstrong Is New to

Our School

ISBN 978-1-4197-0036-1

The Frank Show

ISBN 978-1-4197-0393-5

Standing In for Lincoln Green

ISBN 978-1-4197-0787-2

ISBN 978-1-4197-0036-1

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 0 3 6 1

5 1 6 9 5

ISBN 978-1-4197-0393-5

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 3 9 3 5

5 1 6 9 5

ISBN 978-1-4197-0787-2

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 7 8 7 2

5 1 6 9 5

also available

My Cat, the Silliest

Cat in the World

By Giles Bachelet

ISBN 978-0-8109-4913-3

US $17.95 CAN $19.95

When the Silliest Cat Was Small

By Giles Bachelet

ISBN 978-0-8109-9415-7

US $16.95 CAN $19.95

US $16.95 CAN $19.95

ISBN 978-0810949133

9 7 8 0 8 1 0 9 4 9 1 3 3

5 1 7 9 5

ISBN 978-0-8109-9415-7

9 7 8 0 8 1 0 9 9 4 1 5 7

5 1 6 9 5

Lucky ■ By david MackintoSH

This uproarious, stylish, perceptive picture book by the creator of Marshall Armstrong Is New

to Our School follows a rumor run amok


32 pages, 8⅝ × 11⅛"


RIGHTS: US oNLy

PuB MoNTH: oCtoBer

ageS 4 to 8

Picture Book

A rambunctious kitty wakes up with a mission: he is going to finally catch his tail! Through mountains

of toilet paper, under the covers, into the laundry basket (with a quick stop at the litter box), and

beyond, the tireless kitty continues his never-ending chase until the unexpected motive for his mission

is revealed.

Debut author and illustrator Jimbo Matison uses his bright, lively illustrations and minimal text to tell

a raucous story full of classic “cat humor” and high jinks that will leave young readers (and cat lovers of

all ages) laughing out loud.

jimbo Matison writes and produces for television and creates animation. He lives in

Brooklyn, New York. This is his first book.

I’m Going to Catch My Tail! ■ By J iMBo MatiSon

A feisty kitty takes readers on a wild chase in this riotous picture book! ■ Highly visual storytelling:

Energetic, graphic illustrations

are coupled with minimal

text and will engage even the

youngest readers

■ Great value: At $14.95, this

paper-over-board hardcover is a

great impulse purchase

■ Kid-friendly humor: Readers will

delight as Kitty chases his tail

all through the house, creating a

mess in his wake

■ Lovable character: Cats are a

favorite animal with readers,

and the spirited “cat humor” will

appeal to cat lovers

ISBN 978-1-4197-1382-8

US $14.95 CAN $16.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1382-8

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 1 3 8 2 8

5 1 4 9 5


40 pages, 9 × 9"

Hardcover

RIGHTS: WorLd

PuB MoNTH: oCtoBer

ageS 3 to 7

Picture Book

CARToN QTY: 16

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CARToN QTY: 30

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praise for The Frank Show

★ “The willful personalities

. . . make it stand out.”


starred review

★ “Humorous and

heartwarming.” —Shelf

Awareness, starred review

“Packed with prickly

humor.” —New York Times

“Exuberant and colorful.”

—Wall Street Journal



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Among the ruins of Angkor Wat, Tiger, Monkey, Water Buffalo, and Gecko argue over who would

make the greatest king. An ancient elephant suggests a race to the top of the hill to prove each crea-

ture’s speed, strength, and cunning. But along the way, their strengths and weaknesses are revealed.

Will any of them be good enough to be king?

Graeme Base’s luscious illustrations of the Cambodian temple complex Angkor Wat—one of the

most beautiful ruins in existence and known to people all over the world—are combined with a search-

and-find feature in this exciting new tale! A brief history of the temple is included.

Graeme Base received international acclaim for his runaway bestseller Animalia, which

has sold more than two million copies. Among his many other beloved and bestselling

books are Enigma, The Eleventh Hour, The Water Hole, and The Legend of the Golden

Snail. He lives with his family in Melbourne, Australia.

The Last King of Angkor Wat ■ By gr aeMe BaSe

A lush new tale of the jungle from internationally acclaimed, bestselling author Graeme Base! ■ Bestselling author/illustrator:

Graeme Base is a household

name and one of the world’s

leading picture book creators

■ Stellar sales track: Base’s books

regularly hit the New York Times

bestseller list and have sold

millions of copies worldwide

■ Gentle message: Typical of

Base’s stories, this book presents

a message about valuing

different strengths and learning

from our mistakes

■ Search-and-find element: In his

signature style, Base includes a

hidden object on each spread for

readers to find

ISBN 978-1-4197-1354-5

US $17.95 CAN $19.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1354-5

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 1 3 5 4 5

5 1 7 9 5


36 pages, 10½ × 11½"


RIGHTS: NortH AMerICA


ageS 4 to 8

Picture Book

CARToN QTY: tK

Animalia

ISBN 978-0-8109-1868-9

US $19.95 CAN $21.95

The Discovery of Dragons

ISBN 978-0-8109-5967-5

US $19.95 CAN $23.95

The Eleventh Hour

ISBN 978-0-8109-0851-2

US $19.95 CAN $21.95

Enigma

ISBN 978-0-8109-7245-2

US $19.95 CAN $21.95

The Jewel Fish of Karnak

ISBN 978-1-4197-0086-6

US $19.95 CAN $22.95

Jungle Drums

ISBN 978-0-8109-5044-3

US $18.95 CAN $21.95

The Legend of the Golden Snail

ISBN 978-0-8109-8965-8

US $19.95 CAN $24.95

Little Elephants

ISBN 978-1-4197-0463-5

US $16.95 CAN $18.95

The Sign of the Seahorse

ISBN 978-0-8109-3825-0

US $19.95 CAN $21.95

The Water Hole

ISBN 978-0-8109-4568-5

US $19.95 CAN $22.95

Uno’s Garden

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New York Times bestseller

San Francisco Chronicle bestseller

Washington Post bestseller

Child Magazine Best Book

“So extraordinary, so extravagantly illustrated . . . so

thoroughly delightful.” —San Francisco Chronicle

“The fun of poring over the pictures for hidden messages

. . . is, happily, matched by the enjoyment derived from the

text—witty, ingenious.” —Publishers Weekly

“Illustrations showcase the kind of intricate detail for which

Base is so well known . . . There’s much to enjoy here,

and much to propel readers to seek out every last drop.”

—Publishers Weekly

“Stylish and packed with witty touches.” —Kirkus Reviews

Accolades and praise for the work of Graeme Base

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Hello Kitty,

Hello Halloween!

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It’s Hello Kitty’s birthday and she’s inviting all her friends over for a party to celebrate. Mama is

making a cake, Mimmy is setting up the games, and Papa is getting the balloons. Be there with Hello

Kitty as she plans her party, opens presents, spends time with friends, blows out her candles, and

makes a wish in this special birthday story. Includes a bonus die-cut “Pin the Bow on Hello Kitty” game

for added value and interactive fun.

Sanrio®, best known for global icon Hello Kitty and home to many endearing characters, is a worldwide

lifestyle brand founded on the philosophy that a small gift can bring happiness and friendship to people

of all ages. For over 50 years, this philosophy has served as the inspiration for the broad spectrum of

unique Sanrio products and experiences.

Happy Birthday, Hello Kitty! ■ By Sanrio®

Celebrate Hello Kitty’s birthday with all of her friends and family in this updated picture book

ageS 3 to 8

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■ Beloved character: Hello Kitty

is one of the most unique

and identifiable brands of our

time. She has fans of all ages

around the world, including

celebrities, artists, and designers.

This evergreen property is

consistently ranked as a favorite

character among girls 6 to 11

■ Bestselling series: More than

one million Hello Kitty books are

in print

■ Ideal gift: These books make

great gifts for the holidays and

birthdays

■ Bonus material: The punch-out

pieces in Merry Christmas

and Hello Halloween and the

stickers in Happy Birthday offer

interactive fun and added value

Trick or treat! It’s Halloween and Hello

Kitty and her friends are ready for a night of

treats, fun, and adventure. There are so many

things to be for Halloween, such as a baker,

fortune-teller, firefighter, or astronaut. Hello

Kitty needs a costume. Her friends have many

ideas, but what should Hello Kitty be?

From singing carols to baking cookies

and decorating the tree, Hello Kitty loves to

welcome the Christmas season each year.

The holiday is a special time to share with her

friends and family. Now you can share in the

fun, too, with this wonderful holiday story of

friendship and love!

Hello Kitty, Hello Halloween! ■ By Sanrio®

Celebrate Halloween with Hello Kitty and friends in this updated picture book

Merry Christmas, Hello Kitty! ■ By Sanrio®

Share the fun of the holiday season with Hello Kitty in this updated favorite!

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Hello Kitty: Easter

Bonnet Surprise

ISBN 978-1-4197-0910-4

US $6.99 CAN $7.95

Hello Kitty, Hello New York!

ISBN 978-1-4197-1096-4

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Hello Kitty, Hello Fall!

ISBN 978-1-4197-0799-5

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ISBN 978-1-4197-0797-1

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Library Mouse

ISBN 978-0-8109-9346-4

US $16.95 CAN $18.95

Library Mouse: A Friend’s Tale

ISBN 978-0-8109-8927-6

US $15.95 CAN $20.95

Library Mouse: A World

To Explore

ISBN 978-0-8109-8968-9

US $16.95 CAN $21.95

Library Mouse: A Museum

Adventure

ISBN 978-1-4197-0173-3

US $16.95 CAN $18.95

Library Mouse: Home

Sweet Home

ISBN 978-1-4197-0544-1

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When two friends—a sock monkey and a plush toy dog—get into an argument during playtime,

Monkey gets his feelings hurt and proclaims, “You are not my friend!” But when he takes his ball to find

someone new to play with, he quickly learns that maybe he hasn’t been a very good friend, either.

Bestselling author/illustrator Daniel Kirk uses bold and humorous illustrations to convey the

important message that sharing and other acts of friendship are two-way streets.

daniel Kirk has written and illustrated a number of popular and bestselling books for

children, including Library Mouse, which Booklist heralded in a starred review as “fun, fun,

fun.” He lives in Glen Ridge, New Jersey.

You Are Not My Friend, But I Miss You

■ By daniel k irk

A humorous new picture book about friendship and sharing from bestselling author/illustrator Daniel Kirk

■ Bestselling author/illustrator:

Kirk is the award-winning,

bestselling author and illustrator

of Abrams’ Library Mouse series,

which has sold over 200,000

copies!

■ perfect for younger readers:

Featuring sparse text and animal

characters in a bold new graphic

style for Kirk, this will appeal to

the youngest readers

■ Valuable message: The story

centers around a sock monkey

who discovers that in order to

have friends, he has to be a good

friend in return

■ Important parenting topic: Kirk

observes, “More than once I

heard one of my kids tell another

child—with great conviction—that

they were not their friend

anymore. Only to later see them

happily playing together. This

is an issue all parents deal with,

and all kids will relate to.”

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■ recognizable illustrator: Vess

has many fans in both the picture

book and graphic novel worlds

■ Unique setting: The Dust Bowl

is brought to life with historical

details and a strong sense of

magical realism

■ New sibling issue: Kids dealing

with a new baby in the family

might appreciate that not all the

characters are thrilled with the

arrival of the Tumbleweed Baby

■ Adoption angle: Can be

interpreted as an adoption story,

filling a need for more books

about nontraditional families

ISBN 978-1-4197-1232-6

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A large, loving family in the 1930s Dust Bowl finds a “tumbleweed baby”—a wild baby—in the plains

near their cozy farm home. The baby’s new siblings discover the ways she fits and doesn’t fit into the

family, ultimately deciding that her wildness makes her one of them. The rhythm and voice of the text

make this feel like a classic tall tale, and it pairs perfectly with the dreamy, warm art from master illustrator

Charles Vess.

Anna Myers is the author of many middle-grade historical novels, including

The Keeping Room, Assassin, and Tulsa Burning. She lives in oklahoma.

Charles Vess is the illustrator of many picture books and graphic novels,

including Blueberry Girl by Neil Gaiman and The Cats of Tanglewood

Forest by Charles de Lint. He lives in Virginia.

Tumbleweed Baby ■ By anna MyerS ■ i lluStr ated By cHarleS veSS

A warm picture book about a wild new member of a large Dust Bowl family


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A young boy wakes. He has forgotten to say his prayers. outside his window, a beautiful harvest

moon illuminates the city around him and its many inhabitants. As the moon slowly makes its way

across the heavens, the boy offers a simple prayer for the homeless, the hungry, and others.

Critically acclaimed author Tonya Bolden teams up with award-winning illustrator Eric Velasquez

to create a richly painted and emotionally complex book that celebrates prayer and kindness while

recognizing the diversity of the world around us.

tonya Bolden has written a number of books for children and adults.

Her work has garnered many accolades, including the Coretta Scott King

Honor Award, James Madison Book Award, School Library Journal Best

Book of the Year, YALSA Best Book of the Year, and CCBC Best Book of

the Year. She lives in New York City. eric Velasquez is the illustrator of

numerous books for children. He received the Coretta Scott King/John

Steptoe Award and won the Pura Belpré Honor for Illustration. He lives in

Hartsdale, New York.

Beautiful MoonA CHILD’S PR AYER

■ By tonya Bolden ■ i lluStr ated By er ic vel aSquez

A stunning picture book celebrating prayer and kindness by an award-winning author-and-illustrator team

■ Acclaimed author and illustrator:

Bolden has won numerous

awards and written several

successful, critically acclaimed

books for Abrams. Velasquez

won the Coretta Scott King/John

Steptoe Award and the Pura

Belpré Honor for Illustration

■ powerful message: Celebrates

the act of praying and showing

kindness toward others without

subscribing to a particular faith.

Non-denominational titles such

as The Golden Rule have shown

strong sales

■ Celebrates diversity: The

protagonist is multiracial, and the

people on the street, the train,

and in other locales are ethnically

diverse

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The Golden Rule

By Ilene Cooper

ISBN 978-0-8109-0960-1

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0792-6

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Here is the world, ever changing and new,

Spinning with joy at the wonder of you!

Here Is the World is a joyous celebration of the Jewish holidays throughout the year for young

children. Beginning with the weekly observance of Shabbat, readers join a family through the holidays

and the corresponding seasons. From sounding the shofar on Rosh Hashanah to lighting the menorah

for Chanukah to rattling a grogger for Purim, and on through the Jewish year, the joy and significance of

each holiday beautifully come to life.

In addition to the narrative text, there is a description of each holiday in the back matter along with

an easy craft or recipe.

Lesléa Newman is the author of more than 50 books for adults and

children, including Abrams’ The Eight Nights of Chanukah and A Sweet

Passover, which were PJ Library selections. She lives in Holyoke,

Massachusetts. Susan Gal’s children’s books have received starred

reviews and other accolades, including a Kirkus Reviews Best of Children’s

Books and a School Library Journal Best Book of the Year. She lives in

Berkeley, California.

Here Is the WorldA YE AR OF JEWISH HOLIDAYS

■ By leSlé a ne wMan ■ i lluStr ated By SuSan gal

A celebrated author brings the joy and reverence of the Jewish holidays to young children in a lyrical picture book

■ Fun activities included: The book

includes a full description of

each holiday along with a craft

or recipe for each that young

readers can make with adult

supervision

■ Kid-friendly approach: Featuring

bright illustrations and a direct

text, this is a great introduction

to the holidays as well as the

cycle of the year for very young

readers

■ Holiday tie-in opportunities:

Publication to coincide with High

Holiday celebrations in 2014

(Rosh Hashanah begins 9/24 and

Yom Kippur begins 10/3)

ISBN 978-1-4197-1185-5

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Jewish Holidays All Year Round

By Ilene Cooper

ISBN 978-0-8109-0550-4

US $21.95 CAN $25.95

A Sweet Passover

ISBN 978-0-8109-9737-0

US $16.95 CAN $18.95

ISBN 978-0-8109-0550-4

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Michael Shiner’s Capital Days introduces young readers to Washington, D.C., during the early to

mid-19th century. Spanning more than 60 years, the story of Michael Shiner (c. 1804–1880) highlights

a period of immense change in our country and its capital. Covering the burning of the city during the

War of 1812, the rebuilding of the Capitol and White House, the raising of the Washington Monument,

and on through the Civil War, the end of slavery, and numerous other “capital days,” this book offers

readers fresh insights and background on how our nation’s capital came to be. The book includes

excerpts from Shiner’s diary, other primary sources, archival images, and a timeline.

Much as she did in Maritcha and Searching for Sarah Rector, award-winning author Tonya Bolden

expertly examines the intricacies of American history through the lens of one relatable person’s life.

tonya Bolden’s work has garnered many accolades, including the Coretta Scott King

Honor Award, James Madison Book Award, School Library Journal Best Book of the

Year, YALSA Best Book of the Year, and CCBC Best Book of the Year. She lives in New

York City.

Michael Shiner’s Capital DaysTHE MAN , H IS JOURNAL , AND THE GROW TH OF OUR NATION’S CAPITAL

■ By tonya Bolden

A fascinating book about Washington, D.C., told through the journal of a former slave

■ primary source material: For

the first time, Shiner’s life and

excerpts from his journal are

made available to readers of

all ages. Housed in the Library

of Congress, the journal was

previously available only online,

in an academic format, until now

■ Black History Month: Release

of the book is timed for Black

History Month promotions

■ perfect for classrooms: Primary

source documents and archival

images make this narrative

nonfiction book ideal for use with

the Common Core standards.

Readers learn about the capital,

its citizens, and American history

from a unique point of view

ISBN 978-1-4197-0733-9

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Maritcha

ISBN 978-0-8109-5045-0

US $19.95 CAN $21.95

Searching for Sarah Rector

ISBN 978-1-4197-0846-6

US $21.95 CAN $24.95

ISBN 978-0-8109-5045-0

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5 1 9 9 5

ISBN 978-1-4197-0846-6

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Archival images throughout

56 pages, 10 × 10"


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Awards and praise

for tonya Bolden

Emancipation Proclamation

orbis Pictus

Recommended Book

ALSC/ALA Notable

Children’s Book

NCSS-CBC Notable

Social Studies Trade

Book for Young People

Sarah Rector

★ Kirkus Reviews

starred review

★ School Library Journal

starred review

Maritcha

Coretta Scott King

Honor Award

School Library Journal

Best Book of the Year

YALSA Best Book of the Year

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■ Celebrated author/illustrator:

Nelson is the author of numerous

books, the most recent of which,

Buffalo Bird Girl, received

two starred reviews and was

described by Kirkus as a

“beautiful tribute”

■ perfect for classrooms: Archival

images, a timeline, and glossary

make this narrative historical

fiction ideal for use with the

Common Core standards. It

provides a unique perspective

in discussions of the American

Industrial Revolution and

child labor

■ timely topic: Provides insight on

worker benefits and the role of

unions, which have recently been

in the news

ISBN 978-1-4197-0730-8

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At 12 years old, Conall has already worked in the coal mines of West Virginia for two years. He

spends his days deep underground with his faithful mule, Angel, carting loads of coal back and forth

between the coal seams and the main shaft, where elevators take the coal up to the surface. one day a

tunnel collapses, and his brother is trapped with others on the wrong side! How can Conall and Angel

help to save them?

Mixing archival images with his original artwork, in this historical fiction picture book acclaimed

author and illustrator S. D. Nelson gives voice to the poverty, grueling labor, and dangerous conditions

experienced by child laborers across our nation in the past, echoing conditions today, especially for

migrant fieldworkers.

S. d. Nelson is a member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in the Dakotas. He is

the award-winning author and illustrator of numerous children’s books. He lives in

Flagstaff, Arizona.

Accolades for the

work of S. d. Nelson

Western Writers

of America Spur

Storyteller Award

Chicago Public Library

Best of the Best

oppenheim Toy

Portfolio Gold

Seal Award

praise for

Buffalo Bird Girl

★ “Extraordinary

illustration . . . All the

artwork both supports

and adds to the text.”

—Kirkus Reviews,

starred review

★ “A lovely and

graceful introduction

to a way of life that

persists despite

cultural obstacles

and the march of

time.” —School Library

Journal, starred review

also available

Black Elk’s Vision

ISBN 978-0-8109-8399-1

US $19.95 CAN $21.95

Buffalo Bird Girl

ISBN 978-1-4197-0355-3

US $19.95 CAN $21.95

ISBN 978-0-8109-8399-1

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ISBN 978-1-4197-0355-3

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Digging a Hole to HeavenA STORY ABOUT THE COAL MINE BOYS

■ By S . d. nelSon

As in his bestselling Black Elk’s Vision, Nelson mixes archival images and original

art, in a vivid portrait of child laborers


64 pages, 10 × 10"

Hardcover

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■ Anniversary tie-in: 2014 is

the 100th anniversary of the

Christmas Truce (December) and

the beginning of World War I

(July)

■ Celebrated author/illustrator:

Hendrix has written and

illustrated numerous books,

including Abrams’ John Brown

and Nurse, Soldier, Spy by

Marissa Moss, which Publishers

Weekly, in a starred review,

described as a “showstopper”

■ Fresh perspective on history:

This little-known story is given

new life through the words of a

young soldier, making the book

perfect for use in classrooms and

for alignment with Common Core

standards

ISBN 978-1-4197-1175-6

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Shooting at the Stars is the moving story of a young British soldier on the front lines during World

War I who experiences an unforgettable Christmas Eve. In a letter home to his mother, he describes

how, despite fierce fighting earlier from both sides, Allied and German soldiers ceased firing and came

together on the battlefield to celebrate the holiday. They sang carols, exchanged gifts, and even lit

Christmas trees. But as the holiday came to a close, they returned to their separate trenches to await

orders for the war to begin again.

John Hendrix wonderfully brings this story to life, interweaving fact and fiction along with his detailed

illustrations and hand-lettered text. His story celebrates the humanity and kindness that can persist even

during the darkest periods of our history. Back matter includes a glossary, additional information about

World War I and the Christmas Truce and its aftermath, and an archival photograph taken during the Truce.

john Hendrix’s books include John Brown: His Fight for Freedom, a Publishers Weekly

Best Book and New York Public Library Top 100 Book, and Nurse, Soldier, Spy, by Marissa

Moss, which received a Eureka! Children’s Book Award and Booklist Editor’s Choice

Award. He lives in St. Louis, Missouri.

also available

Nurse, Soldier, Spy

By Marissa Moss

ISBN 978-0-8109-9735-6

US $18.95 CAN $21.95

John Brown

ISBN 978-0-8109-3798-7

US $18.95 CAN $24.95

ISBN 978-0810997356

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ISBN 978-0810937987

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Shooting at the StarsTHE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914

■ By JoHn Hendrix

A stunning historical fiction picture book to commemorate the 100th anniversary of

World War I and the Christmas Truce

Full-color illustrations, 1 archival

photograph

40 pages, 11 × 9¾"


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■ Bold graphic design: Bright spot-

color printing and eye-catching

design distinguish Full Speed

Ahead! from other nonfiction

titles

■ Scientific content: Readers will

learn the speeds of dozens of

objects and be able to compare

those speeds in fascinating

“match” races

■ Appendix included: Extensive

back matter offers readers

detailed information on each

featured object

■ Boy appeal: Cars, trains—any

and all things to do with

transportation capture the

imagination of children,

particularly boys

ISBN 978-1-4197-1338-5

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Did you know that a tornado travels faster than a race car? or that a human and spider travel at the

same speed? Full Speed Ahead! is the first picture book to directly compare the speeds of animals,

modes of transport, and forces of nature in a clear and visually striking album format. objects are

grouped from slowest to fastest, with objects of the same speed on one spread, creating fascinating

“match” races. And with a sleek, graphic design and vibrant spot-color printing, Full Speed Ahead! is as

gorgeous to look at as it is informative to read. on your mark, get set, go!

Cruschiform is a French creative studio based in Paris, founded by Marie-Laure Cruschi

in 2007. Cruschiform collaborates with cultural revues, fashion magazines, children’s

book publishers, music bands, and luxury brands, including Le Monde, Gallimard

Jeunesse, Dior, Hermès, Johnnie Walker, and Veuve Clicquot.

also available

Rapido’s Next Stop

By Jean-Luc Fromental

ISBN 978-1-4197-0195-5

US $17.95 CAN $19.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0195-5

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Full Speed Ahead! HOW FAST THINGS GO

■ By cruScHiforM

Through the comparison of the speeds of vehicles, animals, and more, this elegantly designed book offers surprising revelations and striking visuals

Three-color illustrations

64 pages, 913/16 × 12"

Hardcover


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You Call That Art?! first provides an overview of sculpture from prehistory until the late 19th century,

then gives readers a look at ten 20th-century artists who helped define modern sculpture. Included in

the book are Auguste Rodin, Constantin Brancusi, Pablo Picasso, Naum Gabo, Alexander Calder, Isamu

Noguchi, Jean Arp, Marcel Duchamp, Louise Nevelson, and Lygia Clark. Carter and Diaz then invite

readers to create their very own modern masterpieces. The book includes die-cut pieces that can be

assembled (and reassembled) in any way the reader chooses. Ideas are provided for how to arrange

the pieces, but the reader can also create his or her own original works of art.

david A. Carter is best known for his pop-up books for both children

and adults. His Bugs series has sold over six million copies. He lives in

Auburn, California. james diaz has created hundreds of pop-ups and won

numerous awards for his paper engineering, including the Gold Three-

Dimensional Illustration Award. He lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You Call That Art?!LE ARN ABOUT MODERN SCULPTURE AND MAKE YOUR OWN

■ By david a . carter and JaMeS d ia z

A bestselling team joins forces again in this unique book about the history of modern sculpture

■ Interactive format: Features die-

cut pieces that readers punch out

to create their own works of art!

■ Celebrated creators: Carter and

Diaz have won numerous awards

for their paper engineering

■ Crossover appeal: Both children

and adults will love learning

about modern sculpture and

creating their own modern

masterpieces

■ Strong market potential: This

book is perfect for museum,

design, and toy stores

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Babar’s Museum of Art

By Laurent de Brunhoff

ISBN 978-0-8109-4597-5

US $17.95 CAN $19.95

Meet Me at the Art Museum

By david Goldin

ISBN 978-1-4197-0187-0

US $18.95 CAN $21.95

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Young Charlotte is an aspiring filmmaker who loves old musicals, Hayao Miyazaki films, and all-black

clothing. With her camera phone at the ready wherever she goes, Charlotte finds inspiration for movies

everywhere. When her famous writer father sends off one of her films to a critic, it gets a rave review,

and The Museum of Modern Art offers to premiere it at a big gala event. It’s a dream come true—even

though Charlotte’s mom makes her dress up.

A follow-up to the popular Young Frank, Architect, Young Charlotte, Filmmaker will get standing

ovations from young readers.

Frank Viva has published two award-winning, bestselling children’s books and has

illustrated ten New Yorker covers in the past two years. He is the founder of the branding

and design agency Viva & Co. and cofounder of Whigby, a stationery company. He lives

in Toronto.

Young Charlotte, Filmmaker ■ By Fr ank V iVa

Cinephiles, wannabe directors, and creative souls will love Young Charlotte, Filmmaker,

a whimsical tale of a girl with a vision

■ Sequel to successful story:

Young Frank, Architect, named

one of the best children’s books

of 2013 by the Huffington Post,

Gizmodo, Designers & Books, and

Communication Arts, now has a

captivating companion book

■ Strong female protagonist:

Presents a creative and

inspiring female counterpart to

Young Frank

■ Playful exploration of MoMA:

Explores the museum’s kid-

friendly film collection and the

glamorous movie premieres that

take place at the museum

■ Includes beloved filmmaker:

Pays tribute to Hayao Miyazaki,

who created the hits My

Neighbor Totoro, Princess

Mononoke, and Spirited Away

and who retired in 2013

ISBN 978-0-87070-950-0

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Young Frank, Architect

ISBN 978-0-87070-893-0

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How many ways can you count to 10? With numbers, fingers, paints? How about with racing cars

or with a fairy tale? In fact, you can do it almost any way you like! Hervé Tullet, who has established an

international reputation for creating dynamic books for young children, brings us this smart and silly

counting book that will teach and entertain in equal measure. Counting has never been so much fun!

Hervé tullet is one of the best-known children’s authors and illustrators working today.

His previous books include The Scribble Book, The Coloring Book, The Book with a Hole,

and the New York Times bestseller Press Here. He lives in France.

10 times 10 ■ By HerVé tullet

Bestselling author Hervé Tullet presents 10 incredibly inventive ways to count to 10 ■ count on it: A fun and different

kind of counting book

■ Hervé tullet charm: Features his

buoyant, irreverent humor

■ Bestselling author: Creator of

Press Here, The Coloring Book,

The Scribble Book, and The Book

with a Hole

ISBN 978-1-84976-247-2

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The Five Senses

ISBN 978-1-85437-581-0

US $19.95 CAN $21.95

Imagine

ISBN 978-1-85437-656-5

US $14.95 CAN $20.95

The Scribble Book

ISBN 978-1-85437-774-6

US $14.95 CAN $17.95

The Coloring Book

ISBN 978-1-85437-849-1

US $18.95 CAN $20.95

The Book with a Hole

ISBN 978-1-85437-946-7

US $14.50 CAN $17.95

ISBN 978-1-85437-581-0

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ISBN 978-1-85437-656-5

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Picture Book

■ Unique content: The only

children’s book on Matisse’s

paper cut-outs authorized

by MoMA

■ Accessible to children: Matisse’s

simple yet vibrant works created

solely with paper and scissors

will intrigue youngsters, who will

want to make art of their own

■ Accompanies exciting exhibition:

Henri Matisse: The Cut-Outs, the

most comprehensive Matisse

cutouts exhibition ever seen, will

be on display at Tate Modern,

London, in April 2014 and at

MoMA, New York, in October 2014

■ Art interaction: Gatefolds will

engage children as they flip

the pages

ISBN 978-0-87070-910-4

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One day, the French artist Henri Matisse cut a small bird out of a piece of paper. It looked lonely all

by itself, so he cut out more shapes to join it. Before he knew it, Matisse had transformed his walls into

larger-than-life gardens, filled with brightly colored plants, animals, and shapes of all sizes! Featuring

cut-paper illustrations and interactive foldout pages, Matisse’s Garden is the inspiring story of how the

artist’s never-ending curiosity helped turn a small experiment into a radical new form of art.

Samantha Friedman is an Assistant Curator in the Department of Drawings

and Prints at The Museum of Modern Art in New York. She is a contributing

author of many books on art. cristina Amodeo is an illustrator and graphic

designer based in Milan, Italy. Henri Matisse (1869–1954), one of modern

art’s most important figures, was a painter, draftsman, sculptor, and

printmaker who began creating paper cut-outs in the 1940s.

Matisse’s Garden ■ te x t By samantHa Fr iedman

■ i llustr ations By cristina amodeo,

witH art work By Henri matisse

A vividly illustrated storybook about the artist Henri Matisse and how he began

making his colorful paper cut-outs

Full-color illustrations, featuring

cut-outs by Matisse

44 pages, 9 × 11¾"

Hardcover


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■ British import: Features

characters from UK kids’

magazine Okido, available in

select U.S. stores

■ Interact and explore: Includes

instructions for craft projects

■ Highly inventive: A very fun and

unique kind of story

ISBN 978-1-84976-105-5

US $19.95 CAN $21.95ISBN 978-1-84976-105-5

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Join Messy Monster, the quirky monster from

the children’s magazine Okido, as he attempts

to save the world from nightmares. Mixing make-

and-do with storytelling and a bit of philosophy,

Messy Monster proves learning never has

to be dull!

rachel ortas is an illustrator,

graphic artist, and artist in residence

at Central St. Martins, London. She

is also one of the creators and

founders of Okido, a children’s art

and science magazine that blends

education with fun.

The Messy Monster Book ■ By r acHel ortas

A colorful tale—complete with activities—starring the clever Messy Monster


96 pages, 8¼ × 9"

Hardcover



ages 5 and uP

Picture Book

■ exciting debut: Presenting a

brand-new, young illustrator

■ richly textured: Gorgeous

color-saturated illustrations, full

of pattern and detail

■ Magical elements: A heart-

warming fairy tale

ISBN 978-1-84976-205-2

US $19.95 CAN $21.95ISBN 978-1-84976-205-2

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Jack, Lizzy, and their naughty cat, Cat, are off

to spend the afternoon with their grandmother.

But Georgina Fiona-May Orbis is no ordinary

grandmother—she knows how to turn into a

butterfly! With its lush spreads and sweet story,

The Butterfly House will capture the imaginations

of young and old alike

Sarah Smith is an illustrator based

in Bristol, England. This is her

first book.

The Butterfly House ■ By sar aH smitH

A charming family tale with just a little magic!


32 pages, 8⅞ × 11¼"

Hardcover



ages 5 and uP

Picture Book

Climb aboard the sailboat Oceano and get ready to depart on an expedition around the world! The

scenery changes as we sail from busy port to icy Arctic, over stormy seas, and toward an idyllic sunset.

This book’s gorgeous palette and lyrical prose make an appealing package, though it’s what lies under

the ocean that will surprise and thrill the most.

Anouck Boisrobert is an illustrator and graphic designer, and Louis rigaud works across multimedia

as well as illustration. Their first book, Popville, won the Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the

Year in 2011.

Under the Ocean ■ By anouck BoisroBert and louis r igaud

A spectacular pop-up book that peeks under the waves of the ocean ■ Dynamic duo: From the creators

of the celebrated Popville and In

the Forest

■ Pop-ups pack a punch: Awe-

inspiring, cutting-edge paper art

■ For amateur oceanographers:

Delves deep into the splendors

of the ocean

ISBN 978-1-84976-159-8

US $19.95 CAN $21.95ISBN 978-1-84976-159-8

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All Around the World

ISBN 978-1-85437-976-4

US $13.95 CAN $16.95ISBN 978-1-85437-976-4

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Full-color pop-up illustrations

10 pages, 6⅛ × 11⅝"

Hardcover


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■ Vintage yet fresh: By Nathalie

Parain, a modern artist working

in 1930s France

■ Learning with scissors: Gets

hands-on with “cut-out” pictures,

just like Matisse

■ Includes colored paper: Kids can

create a rainbow of masterpieces

ISBN 978-1-84976-258-8

US $19.95 CAN $21.95ISBN 978-1-84976-258-8

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This stylish activity book by Nathalie

Parain teaches children how to create cut-out

pictures, a technique favored by Matisse. With

24 sheets of colored paper stapled inside the

book, children can follow the cut-out designs

but are encouraged to use their imagination

freely to invent their own versions.

Born in Kiev, Nathalie Parain trained in

Moscow immediately after the Russian

Revolution. After moving to Paris, she applied

her innovative ideas about art and education

to the numerous books she wrote for children.

Michel Defourny is a specialist in children’s

literature and a professor at the University of

Liege, France.

My Cut-Out Pictures ■ By natHalie Par ain

■ aF terword By micHel deFourny

A vintage delight from 1930s France teaches children to create art with cut-outs; colored paper provided

Includes 24 pages of colored

paper


24 pages, 9½ × 11"

Paperback


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actiVity Book

ISBN 978-1-84976-299-1

US $8.95 CAN $9.95ISBN 978-1-84976-299-1

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This insightful exploration of Henri Matisse

and his cut-out artwork provides children with a

genuine understanding of the artist’s signature

style. French illustrator Jean-Vincent Sénac’s

mixed-media spreads pop with color, just like the

art they feature. Meet Matisse is the first in Tate

Publishing’s Meet the Artistseries, published to

tie in with the Matisse cutouts exhibition at Tate

Modern and The Museum of Modern Art in 2014.

Jean-Vincent Sénac is an illustrator based

in France. He is the author of How to Draw

a Chicken and The Meditating Cat: A Zen

Coloring Book.

Meet Matisse ■ By Je an -V incent sénac

An accessible—and fun—introduction to Henri Matisse’s famed cut-outs


32 pages, 6¾ × 9"

Paperback


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ages 7 to 11

actiVity Book

■ Bestselling author: Martins’s

past books include When I Was

Born, Where Do We Go When We

Disappear, and At Our House

■ For animal lovers: Features

the journeys of animals great

and small

■ eco-chic: Beautiful book with

strong environmental message

Humans aren’t the only ones on Earth who

travel long distances. Many birds, fish, and mam-

mals migrate hundreds of miles in search of food,

warmer climates, or places to raise their young.

But it’s not just the incredible distances these

creatures travel; it’s the way they do it that makes

us slow down and think . . .

Isabel Minhós Martins is a

Portuguese author and publisher

whose words are found in works

of poetry, children’s books, maga-

zines, comic books, and scripts for

animations. Bernardo carvalho is

an illustrator and graphic designer

from Lisbon whose work has been

honored with multiple awards.

Coming and Going ■ By isaBel m inHós martins

■ i llustr ated By Bernardo c arValHo

A vibrant look at how animals and birds travel the world

ISBN 978-1-84976-161-1

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-84976-161-1

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48 pages, 8⅞ × 10½"

Hardcover


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ages 5 to 8

Picture Book

■ A boy and his dog: The adorable

pair anchors the book

■ evocative setting: Captures the

rich cultural diversity of London

and city life

■ classic meets modern: Has huge

potential in the gift market

Follow Samuel Drew and his toy dog as they

make their way to visit the possums at London

Zoo! Disappointed that the possums are asleep,

Samuel heads back the way he came, unwittingly

surprising onlookers who notice that the pos-

sums have decided to follow him. Children will

delight in spotting the differences in streetscapes

as Samuel walks to and from the zoo. Written in

rhyming verse, this humorous caper beautifully

illustrates the richness of cosmopolitan London.

Gabby Dawnay is a writer, poet,

and artist, and a regular contribu-

tor to Okido, a children’s art and

science magazine. Alex Barrow

is a London-based illustrator.

He is the art director of Okido

magazine. This is his first book

for children.

A Possum’s Tail ■ By gaBBy dawnay ■ i llustr ated By ale x Barrow

When Samuel and his toy dog visit the zoo, they come home with more than they bargained for!

ISBN 978-1-84976-221-2

US $19.95 CAN $21.95ISBN 978-1-84976-221-2

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40 pages, 11¼ × 9"

Hardcover


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ages 3 to 6

Picture Book

■ Making art accessible:

Humorous introduction to a key

modern artist

■ creating memories: Activities

encourage children to

personalize what they learn

■ the big picture: Ties in to a

major international exhibition of

Matisse’s work

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■ New Quentin Blake: Timeless

new illustrations from a

universally admired author

■ All-ages appeal: A playful story

with multiple levels

■ christmas promotions: Story

runs from one Christmas Day to

the next

ISBN 978-1-84976-080-5

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Three irrepressible little owls take us on their journey around the world, from one Christmas Day

to the next—fishing, dancing, snoozing and not behaving. Blake’s delightful drawings combine with

fantastical rhyming text to create a story that begs to be read again and again. Three Little Owls was

written by Italian artist Emanuele Luzzati and translated into English by John Yeoman.

Quentin Blake taught at the Royal College of Art and was head of its illustration department. His

collaborations with writers such as Roald Dahl and Russell Hoban, as well as his own creations, mark

him as one of the world’s leading illustrators. emanuele Luzzati was an Italian painter, set designer,

illustrator, potter, and author. He was nominated for Academy Awards for two of his short films, La

gazza ladra (The Thieving Magpie) and Pulcinella. John Yeoman was for many years the head of the

English department at the French Lycée in London. He has often collaborated with Quentin Blake.

Three Little Owls ■ i llustr ated By Quentin B l ake

■ story By emanuele luzz ati ■ tr ansl ated By JoHn yeoman

A winning Christmas-themed story about three little owls, illustrated by the popular Quentin Blake


32 pages, 8¾ × 8¾"



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Frank Einstein loves figuring out how the world works by creating household contraptions that are

part science, part imagination, and definitely unusual. After an uneventful experiment in his garage-lab,

a lightning storm and flash of electricity bring Frank’s inventions—the robots Klink and Klank—to life!

Not exactly the ideal lab partners, the wisecracking Klink and the overly expressive Klank nonetheless

help Frank attempt to perfect his Antimatter Motor . . . until Frank’s archnemesis, T. Edison, steals Klink

and Klank for his evil doomsday plan! Using real science, Jon Scieszka has created a unique world of

adventure and science fiction—an irresistible chemical reaction for middle-grade readers.

Jon Scieszka has sold more than 11 million books, including The Stinky

Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales, The True Story of the 3 Little

Pigs, the Time Warp Trio series, Guys Read, Spaceheadz, and most recently,

Battle Bunny with Mac Barnett. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. Brian Biggs

has collaborated with Garth Nix, Cynthia Rylant, and Katherine Applegate, in

addition to working on his own picture books in his Everything Goes series.

He lives in Philadelphia.

“I never thought science could be funny . . . until I read Frank Einstein. It will have kids laughing.” —Jeff Kinney, Diary of a Wimpy Kid

“Dear Frank Einstein, Please invent time machine. Send your books back in

time to me in 1978. Also a levitating skateboard. —Tommy”

—Tom Angleberger, The Origami Yoda Series

“Kids will love Frank Einstein because, even though he is a new character, he will be instantly

recognizable to readers . . . Jon Scieszka is one of the best writers around, and I can’t wait to see what he

does with these fun and exciting characters.” —Eoin Colfer, Artemis Fowl

“Jon Scieszka’s new series has the winning ingredients that link his clever brilliance in

storytelling with his knowledge of real science, while at the same time the combination of fiction and nonfiction appeals to the full range of the market.”

—Jack Gantos, Dead End in Norvelt

■ Renowned author: Scieszka was

the first National Ambassador

for Young People’s Literature

and is one of the most important,

iconic, and well-loved voices in

children’s literature. His unique

and humorous sensibility will

engage readers and make them

want more

■ Common Core: Scieszka

integrates real science into the

story, making this series the

perfect addition to classrooms

seeking to observe Common

Core standards and STEM

curricula

■ Popular genres: Combining

adventure and humor, Frank

Einstein taps into the two most

popular genres for middle-grade

readers, encouraging them to

question the way things work and

how they, too, can experiment

with science

■ Audio rights sold: Listening

Library will be working closely

with Scieszka on the audio

version of the book

ISBN 978-1-4197-1218-0

US $13.95 CAN $15.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1218-0

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272 pages, 5½ × 8"

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Praise for Jon Scieszka

“Jon Scieszka is a guy

who writes books—funny

books.” —Reading Rockets

“Jon Scieszka’s master

storytelling is comical

and creative.” —Rabbit

Ears Book Blog

“Jon Scieszka’s books

are clever and funny and

enormously appealing to

children.” —About.com

“Here comes Jon Scieszka

to make reading fun! . . . Are

you someone who’d rather

empty the cat’s litter box

than pick up a book? Then

Jon Scieszka is the guy

for you, too!” —Christian

Science Monitor

Frank Einstein and the

Antimatter Motor


ISBN 978-1-4197-1473-3

US $179.40 CAN $203.40ISBN 978-1-4197-1473-3

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Antimatter Motor


ISBN 978-1-4197-1473-3

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science meets science fiction in This smart and silly new middle-grade series from Jon Scieszka

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The fight to protect the Amphibilands rages on in the second book of this action-packed, illustrated

series by former football pro Trevor Pryce. The Spider Queen and Lord Marmoo of the scorpions still

have their eyes and fangs set on the vulnerable home of the frogs, and this time they’ve got some

impressive backup: the Ghost Bats, Tasmanian Devils, and Blue Band Bees. The constant threats from

the outside are keeping the frog warriors busy, so while Gee and Coorah hold down the defenses,

Darel and the Kulipari go in search of their dreamcasting turtle friend, Yabber. Yabber, once found,

insists he knows who holds the key to saving the Amphibilands: the Rainbow Serpent. With some

powerful new allies and a destiny greater than he could have possibly imagined, Darel may be able to

beat his enemies and protect his home once and for all.

The Kulipari series is perfect for fantasy readers not quite ready for the Redwall series.

trevor Pryce is a 14-year veteran of the NFL. He is also a commentator for

Fox Sports. He lives in Maryland. Joel Naftali is the author of many books,

several written with his wife, Lee. He lives in California. Sanford greene is

an accomplished comics illustrator whose work has been published by DC

Comics, Dark Horse, and more. He lives in South Carolina.

The Rainbow SerpentA kuLIPARI NovE L

■ By tre vor Pryce with Joel nAF tAli

■ i llustr Ated By sAnFord greene

It’s frogs versus spiders in book two of the Kulipari series!

■ Sequel to success: Critics hailed

book one as a “must-have,

winning adventure that is nearly

impossible to put down” (School

Library Journal) with “the richly

saturated look of Marvel comic

books” (Bulletin of the Center for

Children’s Books)

■ Promotable author: A successful

former football pro, Pryce is a

commentator for Fox Sports

■ High-interest subject: It’s frogs

vs. spiders in this action-packed

animal fantasy for fans of

Warriors and the Guardians of

Ga’hoole

■ great package: Full-color

illustrations throughout and a

fast pace will appeal to video

game and comics enthusiasts

ISBN 978-1-4197-1309-5

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An Army of Frogs HC

ISBN 978-1-4197-0172-6

uS $15.95 CAN $17.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0172-6

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288 pages, 5½ × 8¼"

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A bullied boy discovers a door guarded by a sly monster . . . A painting of a door opens in a forgotten

Egyptian tomb . . . A portal in the park promises to turn you into a much cooler version 2.0—if you can

just get the bugs out . . . Edited by New York Times bestselling comics creator Kazu Kibuishi, who is

also a contributor, the third volume in this highly praised series gathers some of the foremost and

fastest-rising talents in comics for kids: Jen Wang (Koko Be Good ), Johane Matte (Explorer: The Mystery

Boxes), Steve Hamaker (colorist of Jeff Smith’s Bone series), Faith Erin Hicks (Friends with Boys), Doug

Holgate (Zack Proton series), and Jason Caffoe (Explorer: The Lost Islands and Flight). Readers may

never walk into a room the same way again.

Kazu Kibuishi is the author of Amulet, the award-winning New York Times bestselling

graphic novel series; the illustrator of the new paperback covers for J. K. Rowling’s Harry

Potter series; and the editor of eight volumes of Flight, the Eisner-nominated anthology

series. He lives in Bellevue, Washington.

ExplorerTHE HIddEN dooRS

■ edited By k A zu k iBuishi

The latest volume in Kazu Kibuishi’s critically acclaimed graphic novel series steps through hidden doors to

explore lost and mysterious worlds


128 pages, 6 × 9"

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Ages 9 And uP

grAPhic novel

■ Bestselling creator: Features

New York Times bestselling

comics creator kazu kibuishi,

who illustrated the covers for the

paperback relaunch of the Harry

Potter series

■ Successful series: Books one and

two received starred reviews

■ large and growing fan base:

The brand and its contributors

have strong followings among

middle-school readers, teachers,

librarians, and comics fans

Praise for Kazu Kibuishi

“The premier anthologist of

the comics field.” —ICv2

Praise for Explorer:

The Lost Islands

★ “With this second

showcase Kibuishi affirms

his editorial savvy for

amassing talented creators

and providing a vehicle to

let them do what they do

best: use comics to tell funny,

thoughtful, and just plain

good stories.” —Publishers


★ “Imaginative and

kid-friendly stories . . .

A must-have for any

collection.” —School Library

Journal, starred review

Praise for Explorer:

The Mystery Boxes

★ “A visual feast.” —Kirkus


“Always clever.” —Booklist

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See page 88

Praise for An Army of Frogs

“A must-have, winning

adventure that is nearly

impossible to put down.”



See page 78 for book one in the series, now in paperback


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Middle-grAde FictionIt's WIMPY KID All YEAR lONG!The Wimpy kid 2015 Calendar

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■ global powerhouse: Available in

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Jeff Kinney is an online game developer and designer, and a #1 New

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Going to school and making new friends can be tough. But going to school and making new friends

while wearing a bulky hearing aid strapped to your chest? That requires superpowers! In this funny,

poignant graphic novel memoir, author/illustrator Cece Bell chronicles her hearing loss at a young age

and her subsequent experiences with the Phonic Ear, a very powerful—and very awkward—hearing aid.

The Phonic Ear gives Cece the ability to hear—sometimes things she shouldn’t—but also isolates

her from her classmates. She really just wants to fit in and find a true friend, someone who appreciates

her as she is. After some trouble, she is finally able to harness the power of the Phonic Ear and become

“El Deafo, Listener for All.” And more importantly, declare a place for herself in the world and find the

friend she’s longed for.

Cece Bell has written and illustrated several books for children, including the Geisel

Honor book Rabbit & Robot: The Sleepover. She lives in Virginia with her husband, author

Tom Angleberger.

El deafo ■ By cece Bell

A hearing aid grants “superpowers” in this extraordinary graphic novel memoir about growing up deaf ■ Fills a need: This deeply

perceptive memoir honors the

longings of a kid watching the

world from the “fortress of

solitude” of hearing impairment.

A highly relatable heroine with

a physical impairment makes a

welcome addition to the canon

■ graphic novel popularity:

Librarians and teachers report

students’ insatiable hunger for

this accessible format. Graphic

novel memoirs like Smile and

American Born Chinese are

particularly beloved

■ Universal humor: Real-life

friendship woes and classroom

struggles will ring true for all

middle graders

available in two formats

Hardcover

ISBN 978-1-4197-1020-9

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Praise for El Deafo

“Full of warmth, humor, and super-powered

strength, El Deafo is an absolute treat.”

—Raina Telgemeier, author of Smile

“El Deafo is sprinkled with nostalgic references that took this ‘four-eyes’ back

to his own bumpy childhood, but its themes are just as relevant today.

Even with a hearing aid turned off, you hear Cece’s universal plea for

acceptance, friendship, and happiness through honest words and

deftly drawn pictures.” —Tony DiTerlizzi, co-creator

of The Spiderwick Chronicles



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After successfully fighting to save their field trip in Princess Labelmaker to the Rescue!, Tommy and

the gang prepare for a well-earned day of fun and adventure . . . but of course it won’t be that easy! This

field trip will be full of shifting alliances and betrayals, carsickness and sugar highs. Trouble starts even

before they leave school, when Principal Rabbski decrees the field trip an “origami-free zone.” Dwight

secretly folds a Yoda from a Fruit Roll-Up, but will he be a match for the sour, hate-filled emperor of

darkness that Harvey makes from a desiccated pickle?

Tom Angleberger uses his spot-on grasp of middle schoolers and pitch-perfect humor to pit the

Rebel Alliance against their evilest, sourest villain yet!

tom Angleberger is the author of the bestselling origami Yoda series. He is also the

author of Horton Halfpott and Fake Mustache, both Edgar Award nominees, and The

Qwikpick Papers. He is married to author/illustrator Cece Bell and lives in Christiansburg,

Virginia. Visit him online at origamiyoda.com.

Emperor Pickletine Rides the BusAN oRIGAMI YodA Book

■ By toM Ang leBerger

The sixth and final case file featuring Tommy and friends!

■ mega-selling series: The origami

Yoda series has sold over 4.5

million copies and landed on the

NYT, IndieBound, USA Today, PW,

and WSJ bestsellers lists

■ Star Wars buzz: Star Wars is

as popular as ever, with a new

animated Tv show, Star Wars

Rebels, slated for Fall 2014 and a

movie slated for 2015

■ Fun bonus: Includes instructions

for making your own original

origami

ISBN 978-1-4197-0933-3

US $13.95 CAN $14.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0933-3

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Black-and-white illustrations

throughout

208 pages, 5½ × 8¼"

Hardcover

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The Secret of the

Fortune Wookiee

ISBN 978-1-4197-0392-8

eISBN 978-1-61312-456-7

uS $12.95 CAN $13.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0392-8

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 3 9 2 8

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The Strange Case of

Origami Yoda

ISBN 978-0-8109-8425-7

eISBN 978-1-61312-451-2

uS $12.95 CAN $13.95ISBN 978-0-8109-8425-7

9 7 8 0 8 1 0 9 8 4 2 5 7

5 1 2 9 5

Darth Paper Strikes Back

ISBN 978-1-4197-0027-9

eISBN 978-1-61312-278-5

uS $12.95 CAN $14.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0027-9

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 0 2 7 9

5 1 2 9 5

AccoladesNew York Times bestseller

IndieBound bestseller

E. B. White Read-Aloud Award, Middle Reader

ALSC Notable Children’s Book for Middle Readers

Texas Bluebonnet Award winner

IRA Young Adults’ Choice

Notable Children’s Books in the English

Language Arts (NCBLA)

SLJ Top 100 Children’s Novel

Cybils Winner, Middle Grade Fiction

Capitol Choices list of Noteworthy Titles

Great Lakes Great Book Award

Whitney and Scott Cardozo Award for Children’s

Literature

New York Public Library’s Children’s Books

Boston Globe’s Top 10 Children’s Books

Bank Street College of Education’s Best

Children’s Books of the Year

Little d Award

Praise for the series“Chock-full of customarily quirky fun.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Fans of the series will relish the side drawings’

goofy humor, the new puppets to make, and the cliff-

hanger promising more to come.” —School Library Journal

“Angleberger delivers another clever, funny crowd-

pleaser. The message isn’t bad either: uniting for the

greater good and standing up for one’s beliefs. Fans

of the series, or of Star Wars, will hit warp speeds to

grab a copy of this one.” —Booklist

MOre thaN 4.5 MilliON cOpies Of the series iN priNt!



Little d Award

Art2-D2’s Guide to

Folding and Doodling

ISBN 978-1-4197-0534-2

uS $12.95 CAN $13.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0534-2

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Princess Labelmaker

to the Rescue!

ISBN 978-1-4197-1052-0

eISBN 978-1-61312-625-7

uS $13.95 CAN $14.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1052-0

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Notable Children’s Books in the English

Capitol Choices list of Noteworthy Titles

greater good and standing up for one’s beliefs. Fans

of the series, or of

grab a copy of this one.” —

es MOre thaN 4.5

Art on pages 56–57 by Jason rosenstock. © 2014 lucasfilm ltd. and tM. title and character and place names protected by all applicable trademark laws. All rights reserved. used under authorization.



osenstock. © 2014 lucasfilm ltd. and itle and character and place names protected by all applicable

sed under authorization.

The Surprise Attack of

Jabba the Puppett

ISBN 978-1-4197-0858-9

eISBN 978-1-61312-526-7

uS $12.95 CAN $13.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0858-9

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 8 5 8 9

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See page 69

See page 69

See page 69 See page 69

See page 69

Emperor Pickletine

Rides the Bus


ISBN 978-1-4197-1476-4

US $334.80 CAN $358.80 ISBN 978-1-4197-1476-4

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 1 4 7 6 4

3 3 4 8 0

Emperor Pickletine

Rides the Bus


12 copies Emperor

Pickletine Rides the Bus

6 copies Princess

Labelmaker to the Rescue

6 copies The Surprise Attack

of Jabba the Puppett

6 copies Art2-D2’s Guide

to Folding and Doodling

6 copies The Secret of

the Fortune Wookiee

6 copies Darth Paper

Strikes Back

6 copies The Strange

Case of Origami Yoda

ISBN 978-1-4197-1478-8

US $639.60 CAN $687.60ISBN 978-1-4197-1478-8

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 1 4 7 8 8

6 3 9 6 0



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Lydia and Julie have been through many adventures as they navigated junior high, popularity,

families, and friendship. In the final adventure in the series, the peaceful world of Hamlin Junior High

is rocked when Lydia and Julie learn that they’re going to have to play host to new students whose

school burned down. The outside threat bands the Hamlin kids together against a common enemy—for

a while. When the enemy gets their hands on Lydia and Julie’s notebook, no one wants anything to do

with the girls. It’s the biggest threat to their friendship (and a pretty definitive failure of their quest for

popularity), and it can only be solved one way. Two words: dance battle.

Amy Ignatow is a cartoonist and the author of the Popularity Papers series of scrapbook-

style illustrated novels. She is a graduate of Moore College of Art and Design and lives in

Philadelphia with her husband, Mark, their daughter, Anya, and their cat, Mathilda, who is

mostly very terrible.

The Popularity PapersBook SE vEN: THE LESS-THAN - HIddEN SECRETS ANd F INAL

RE vE L ATIoNS oF LYdIA GoLdBL ATT ANd JuLIE GR AHAM - CHANG

■ By AMy ignAtow

Lydia and Julie’s long quest for popularity takes a disastrous turn when their journal falls into the wrong

hands in this conclusion to the beloved series!

■ Popularity Papers is very

popular: The series has sold a

quarter of a million copies!

■ Critical acclaim: The New York

Times writes that “the two

friends emerge as individual

personalities . . . The girls feel

very real,” and Booklist calls

them “laugh-out-loud funny

. . . Ignatow offers a quick, fun,

well-developed story that invites

repeated readings”

■ Engaging format: Full-color

throughout and illustrated

with doodles and bubble type

and more

■ Backlist support: We will be

launching the paperback of book

five simultaneously

■ Fun finale: This last book in the

series will be huge news

ISBN 978-1-4197-1270-8

US $15.95 CAN $17.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1270-8

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 1 2 7 0 8

5 1 5 9 5

Book One HC

ISBN 978-0-8109-8421-9

uS $15.95 CAN $17.95

Book Two HC

ISBN 978-0-8109-9724-0

uS $15.95 CAN $17.95

Book Three HC

ISBN 978-1-4197-0063-7

uS $15.95 CAN $17.95

Book Four HC

ISBN 978-1-4197-0182-5

uS $15.95 CAN $17.95ISBN 978-0-8109-8421-9

9 7 8 0 8 1 0 9 8 4 2 1 9

5 1 5 9 5ISBN 978-0-8109-9724-0

9 7 8 0 8 1 0 9 9 7 2 4 0

5 1 5 9 5ISBN 978-1-4197-0063-7

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 0 6 3 7

5 1 5 9 5ISBN 978-1-4197-0182-5

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 1 8 2 5

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Full-color illustrations throughout

208 pages, 6 × 8"

Hardcover

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Ages 9 to 13


Praise for

Find out what makes these books so popular —stock up now!

See page 80 for Ignatow’s The Popularity Papers: Book Five, now in paperback

“Alternately poignant and uproarious, this is a satisfying addition to the tween genre.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Readers will enjoy the Popularity Papers books for the likable characters and for stories that ring true.”

—Scripps Howard News Service

“Ignatow offers a quick, fun, well-developed story that invites repeated readings.” —Booklist

“Readers will quickly devour this.” —Publishers Weekly

“Amy Ignatow nails a winner with this laugh-out-loud novel.” —Carolina Parent

Book Five HC

ISBN 978-1-4197-0536-6

uS $15.95 CAN $17.95

Book Six HC

ISBN 978-1-4197-0859-6

uS $15.95 CAN $17.95ISBN 978-1-4197-0536-6

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 5 3 6 6

5 1 5 9 5ISBN 978-1-4197-0859-6

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 8 5 9 6

5 1 5 9 5

Book One PB

ISBN 978-0-8109-9723-3

uS $8.95 CAN $9.95

Book Two PB

ISBN 978-1-4197-0183-2

uS $8.95 CAN $9.95

Book Three PB

ISBN 978-1-4197-0535-9

uS $8.95 CAN $9.95

Book Four PB

ISBN 978-1-4197-0972-2

uS $8.95 CAN $9.95ISBN 978-0-8109-9723-3

9 7 8 0 8 1 0 9 9 7 2 3 3

5 0 8 9 5ISBN 978-1-4197-0183-2

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 1 8 3 2

5 0 8 9 5ISBN 978-1-4197-0535-9

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 5 3 5 9

5 0 8 9 5ISBN 978-1-4197-0972-2

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Ah, the great outdoors. Tents, sleeping bags, nature walks, campfires . . . and maybe a few spells

thrown in for good measure! In this entry in the series, Salem takes her first camping trip with the

Squirrel Girls, but neither Whammy nor Salem is cut out for roughing it. Salem believes a bit of magic

will smooth the way . . . but as usual, it creates more problems than it solves. Salem and Whammy are an

irresistible duo in a book perfect for the youngest independent readers.

Frank Cammuso is an Eisner-nominated cartoonist, the creator of the popular

middle-school graphic novel series Knights of the Lunch Table, and the illustrator of

several beginning-reader graphic books, including Otto’s Orange Day. He lives in

Syracuse, New York.

The Misadventures of Salem HydeBook THREE: CookIE CATASTRoPHE

■ By Fr Ank cAMMuso

Salem and Whammy go camping—with disastrous results—in the third entry in this “utterly adorable” young graphic novel series!

■ Continuing series: A new book

every season means the series

keeps pace with the reading

demands of the age group

■ Strong creator: Cammuso has

a proven track record and a fan

base from his knights of the

Lunch Table series

■ Perfect for audience: Younger

readers love graphic novels, as

the success of the Lunch Lady

and Babymouse series shows

also available

Book One PB

ISBN 978-1-4197-0804-6

uS $6.95 CAN $7.95

Book Two PB

ISBN 978-1-4197-1026-1

uS $6.95 CAN $7.95

Also available in hardcover

ISBN 978-1-4197-0804-6

9 7 8 1 4 1 9 7 0 8 0 4 6

5 0 6 9 5

ISBN 978-1-4197-1026-1

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96 pages, 5½ × 7½"

RIGHTS: WoRld

PUB MoNTH: oCtoBER

Ages 7 to 9

grAPhic novel

specifications

■ Esteemed, beloved author:

Rocklin’s books have won

multiple awards and honors

■ Classic allusions: It can be read

alongside and for comparison

with its inspiration, E. B. White’s

Charlotte’s Web

■ Social justice: Before the passage

of the Americans with disabilities

Act, children in wheelchairs were

sometimes not allowed to attend

school with their peers; Franny’s

protest of this treatment is a

beacon of hope against injustice

■ Unforgettable characters:

Fleabrain is a flea you can’t

forget—eloquent writer, lover of

art and music, and selfless friend

ISBN 978-1-4197-1068-1

US $16.95 CAN $18.95ISBN 978-1-4197-1068-1

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This gem of a novel takes place in Pittsburgh in 1952. Franny Katzenback, while recovering from

polio, reads and falls in love with the brand-new book Charlotte’s Web. Bored and lonely and yearning

for a Charlotte of her own, Franny starts up a correspondence with an eloquent flea named Fleabrain

who lives on her dog’s tail. While Franny struggles with physical therapy and feeling left out of her

formerly active neighborhood life, Fleabrain is there to take her on adventures based on his extensive

reading. It’s a touching, funny story set in the recent past, told with Rocklin’s signature wit and

thoughtfulness.

Joanne Rocklin is the author of One Day and One Amazing Morning on Orange Street,

which won the California Book Award, and The Five Lives of Our Cat Zook, which won

the Golden Kite Award and was named to Florida’s Sunshine State Young Readers Award

master list. She lives in oakland, California.

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Award-winning author Joanne Rocklin pays homage to Charlotte’s Web in this story of a

remarkable friendship between a girl recovering from polio and an erudite, lovesick flea

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Hyde series

School Library Journal’s

Top 10 Graphic

Novels of 2013

★ “Utterly adorable

page-turner. . . . Be

sure to make room on

shelves for Salem and

Whammy.” —Kirkus


★ “It’s just about the

perfect story for comics-

loving fathers to read

with their comics-loving

daughters.” —Publishers


“Cammuso evokes both

the sarcastic spunk

and gentle warmth of

Calvin and Hobbes in

this humorous tale of

unlikely pals.” —Bulletin

of the Center for

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Praise for the work

of Joanne Rocklin

SCBWI’s Golden

Kite Award

★ “Rocklin’s characters

are fully developed:

readers will be

invested.” —Booklist,

starred review

“Rocklin intertwines

her characters so

smartly that the many

coincidences and

serendipitous events

feel organic to the

story.” —Horn Book

“Readers who enjoy

the novels of Jeanne

Birdsall and Leslie

Crunch will appreciate

this charming story.” —

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Lucy Desberg is in eighth grade, and she’s determined to make this year perfect. over the course of

the year, though, her talents for makeup and problem-solving will be put to the test.

on the outside, things couldn’t be better: her family’s spa is doing well, and she has a boyfriend,

Yamir. But Yamir’s in high school now, and Lucy’s too embarrassed to admit that he hasn’t called her in

weeks. To take her mind off him, she throws herself into planning the eighth-grade masquerade, using

her makeup skills to rally her classmates. But as she soon learns, ignoring a problem does not make it

go away. It’s destined to pop up at the worst possible time.

Lucy’s resourcefulness will be put to the test as she grows up and starts making decisions about the

type of person—and girlfriend and friend and daughter and sister—that she wants to be.

lisa greenwald is the author of Welcome to Dog Beach, Reel Life Starring Us, Sweet

Treats & Secret Crushes, and the Pink & Green series. She works in the library at the Birch

Wathen Lenox School in Manhattan. She is a graduate of The New School’s MFA program

in writing for children and lives in Brooklyn. Visit her online at lisagreenwald.com.

Pink & Green Is the New BlackPINk & GREEN Book THREE

■ By l isA greenwAld

The highly anticipated third book in Lisa Greenwald’s breakout, bestselling series!

■ thrilling third book: Fans have

been waiting for more, while

new readers will be drawn to

the series

■ Successful series: My Life in Pink

& Green and My Summer of Pink

& Green have been a hit with the

preteen crowd, with more than

450,000 copies in print

■ more makeup: Just like in the

first book, Lucy’s makeup tips will

be featured throughout

■ light romance: Greenwald’s take

on boys is age-appropriate and

realistic

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Praise for the series

★ “Successfully delivers

an authentic and endearing

portrait of the not-quite-teen

experience.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Lucy charms readers once

again with her positive

attitude and dedication

to beauty, makeup, and

environmental well-being”

— School Library Journal


“Are you okay, Luce? You seem quiet.”

I nod. “Yeah, I’m fine.”

Once you start telling people you’re fine and that

nothing is wrong, it’s hard to go back and say that

there is actually something bothering you. I’ve

gotten so used to saying everything is fine that

it just kind of comes out of my mouth now. A

tiny part of me even believes it.

And the thing is, so many parts of my

life really are great. Our family’s spa is up and

running, and business is booming. Grandma is

so happy about that, and Mom is too.

They barely fight these days. Dad

lives close by and I see him all the

time. Sunny and I are BFFs like

always, and in a way it seems like

we’ve gotten even closer. All my efforts

at the pharmacy and on the grant totally paid

off, and my work with Earth Club has been going well

too. The school board vote on approving a green cafeteria

is tomorrow night.

But even when so many things are going well, there can

still be lingering frustrating parts to life. And sometimes,

even if you don’t talk about them, those things take over.

An excerpt from

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Through texts and messages, the mega-bestselling, beloved Internet Girls series followed the ups

and downs of school for three very different, very close friends. Now it’s freshman year of college for

the winsome threesome, and *everything* is different. For one, the best friends are facing their first

semester apart. Way, way apart. Maddie’s in California, Zoe’s in ohio, and Angela’s back in Georgia.

And it’s not just the girls who are separated. Zoe’s worried that Doug wants to break up now that they’re

at different schools, and Maddie’s boyfriend, Ian, is on the other side of the country.

In the face of change and diverging paths, Maddie’s got a plan to keep the friends close, and it

involves embracing the present, making memories, and . . . roller derby! Using of-the-moment technology,

Lauren Myracle brings her groundbreaking series into the brave new virtual world of texting and tweets.

lauren myracle is the author of the New York Times bestselling Internet Girls series (ttyl,

ttfn, and l8r, g8r), The Infinite Moment of Us, Shine, Rhymes with Witches, Bliss, and the

Flower Power series, among many other books for teens and young people. She lives

with her family in Fort Collins, Colorado. Visit her online at laurenmyracle.com.

Praise and accolades for

the Internet girls series

New York Times

bestselling series

San Francisco Chronicle

bestselling series

Publishers Weekly

bestselling series

★ “Both revealing and

innovative, this novel

will inspire teens to

pass it to their friends.”

—School Library Journal,

starred review

“A surprisingly poignant tale

of friendship, change, and

growth.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Changing the way you

read.” —Teen magazine

yolo ■ By l Auren Myr Acle

The winsome threesome are off to college in this much-anticipated fourth book in the Internet Girls series! ■ Publishing event: This much-

anticipated follow-up to the

groundbreaking series will catch

the attention of the media and

Myracle’s many fans

■ Renowned series: The Internet

Girls series has sold more than

two million copies since its debut

in 2004, was a NYT bestseller,

and often tops the most-banned

books list

■ Contemporary reboot: With a

sleeker look and of-the-moment

social media and cultural

references, Myracle brings her

classic series into the present

■ Bestselling series: one of the

most talked-about authors of all

time, Myracle has sold more than

three million copies of all her

books and is a vocal proponent

of intellectual freedom

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zoegirl: you guys! Doug is driving up to visit me tonight! HE

suggested it, and HE’S making it happen, and I was

worriedfornogoodreason!!!

SnowAngel: Zoe! that is WONDERFUL! +happy dance, happy dance+

SnowAngel: oh, I’m so glad. phew!

zoegirl: yes.PHEW.IthinkthestrangenessbetweenusWASjust

growing pains. probably every couple has them, every

couplebutMaddieandIan.

SnowAngel: and they’re so perfect together it makes me want to puke.

SnowAngel: all those sweet FB posts and Tumblr pages! adorbs!

mad maddie: the word “adorbs” makes me want to puke.

mad maddie: and hello, ladies! I might pop in and out of convo cuz I’m

in class, altho it is very much class-according-to-Santa-

Cruz.

mad maddie: prof had us meet outside, so I’m typing from under a

zillion one-hundred-year-old redwoods. when I look up,

all I can see are pockets of sky. I am a tiny little ant, and

the world is insanely big.

zoegirl: whatclass?

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olivia Mead is a headstrong, independent girl—a suffragist—in an age that prefers its girls to be

docile. It’s 1900 in oregon, and olivia’s father, concerned that she’s headed for trouble, convinces a

stage mesmerist to try to hypnotize the rebellion out of her. But the hypnotist, an intriguing young man

named Henri Reverie, gives her a terrible gift instead: she’s able to see people’s true natures, manifest-

ing as visions of darkness and goodness, while also unable to speak her true thoughts out loud. These

supernatural challenges only make olivia more determined to speak her mind, and so she’s drawn into

a dangerous relationship with the hypnotist and his mysterious motives, all while secretly fighting for

the rights of women. Winters breathes new life into history once again with an atmospheric, vividly real

story, including archival photos and art from the period throughout.

Cat Winters is the author of In the Shadow of Blackbirds, which received three starred

reviews and was a finalist for YALSA’s Morris Award for debut YA fiction. She grew up

near Disneyland in Southern California. She lives in Portland, oregon, with her family.

The Cure for dreaming ■ By cAt winters

Real life teems with gothic horror as a young suffragette in the year 1900 is hypnotized into

seeing people’s monstrous true natures

■ Historical fiction with clever

twists: The story seamlessly

blends the struggles of the

women’s suffrage movement

with hypnotism, Dracula, and a

spunky protagonist

■ Acclaimed author: Winters

earned three starred reviews

for her debut, which was also a

Morris Award finalist

■ A dash of horror: The second

sight that hypnotism gives olivia

allows her to see people’s true

natures—and that nature is often

horrifying

■ Backlist support: A teaser of

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■ Books about oppressive

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fiction such as Divergent and

Wither, Emmeline’s society is

strict, and breaking the rules is

dangerous

■ Alternate history: Boorman was

inspired by the history of North

America and imagines a group of

settlers that became cut off from

the rest of the world around the

turn of the 20th century

■ Powerful heroine: Emmeline

finds love and also fights against

the unfair laws and duplicitous

rulers of her settlement

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Emmeline knows she’s not supposed to explore the woods outside her settlement. The enemy

that wiped out half her people lurks there, attacking at night and keeping them isolated in an unfamiliar

land with merciless winters. Living with the shame of her grandmother’s insubordination, Emmeline has

learned to keep her head down and her quick tongue silent.

When the settlement leader asks for her hand in marriage, it’s an opportunity for Emmeline to wash

the family slate clean—even if she has eyes for another. But before she’s forced into an impossible

decision, her dreams urge her into the woods, where she uncovers a path she can’t help but follow. The

trail leads to a secret that someone in the village will kill to protect. Her grandmother followed the same

path and paid the price. If Emmeline isn’t careful, she will be next.

Kate Boorman is an artist and writer living in Edmonton, Alberta. She was born in Nepal

and grew up in the small town of Rimbey, Canada. Her pastimes include sitting under

starry skies with friends and traveling to far-off lands with her husband and two children.

Winterkill ■ By k Ate BoorMAn

In an alternate history, harsh winter and a fearsome, mysterious enemy isolate a frontier settlement, and one ostracized girl must keep them from being lost forever

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Praise and accolades

for In the Shadow

of Blackbirds

★ “Excellent pacing

and deliciously creepy

descriptions.” —School

Library Journal,

starred review

★ “Masterful.”


starred review

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After surviving a disastrous battle at prom, Alyssa has embraced her madness and gained

perspective. She’s determined to rescue her two worlds and the people and netherlings she loves.

Even if it means challenging Queen Red to a final battle of wills and wiles . . . and even if the only way

to Wonderland, now that the rabbit hole is closed, is through the looking-glass world—a parallel dimen-

sion filled with mutated and violent netherling outcasts.

In the final installment of the wildly popular Splintered trilogy, Alyssa and her dad journey into the

heart of magic and mayhem in search of her mom and to set right all that’s gone wrong. Together with

Jeb and Morpheus, they must salvage Wonderland from the decay and destruction that has ensnared

it. But if they succeed and come out alive, can everyone truly have their happily ever after?

A. g. Howard wrote Splintered while working at a school library. She always wondered

what would’ve happened had the subtle creepiness of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

taken center stage, and she hopes her darker and funkier tribute to Carroll will inspire

readers to seek out the stories that won her heart as a child. She lives in Amarillo, Texas.

EnsnaredSPLINTERE d Book THREE

■ By A . g . howArd

The third book in the breakout steamy, fantastical Alice in Wonderland–inspired Splintered series

■ Highly anticipated: Howard

knows how to draw in her fans,

and the end of Unhinged will

leave readers eager for the

final book

■ love triangle: The battle for

Alyssa’s heart gets complicated

as Jeb is taken down some dark,

magical paths

■ Beloved source material:

Carroll’s Alice books are

perennially popular with kids and

adults

■ High-concept fantasy: A strong

hook, appealing characters, and

an understanding of its core teen

audience will make this stand out

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Praise for the series

“Splintered is dark, twisted, entirely riveting, and

a truly romantic tale.” —USA Today

“Brilliant, because it is ambitious, inventive, and

often surprising.” —Boston Globe

★ “Fans . . . will find a lot to love in this compelling and imaginative

novel.”—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books, starred review

“A deft, complex metamorphosis of this children’s fantasy made

more enticing by competing romantic interests, a psychedelic

setting, and more mad violence than its original.” —Booklist

“original. Superior. Intriguing. Hypnotic.” —Publishers Weekly

“The richly detailed scenes will entice the imagination. These

adventures are indeed wonderful.” —BookPage

“A visually rich read.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Creepy, descriptive read with a generous dollop

of romance.” —School Library Journal

Splintered HC

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Unhinged PB

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■ Highly promotable author:

o’Porter has a sizable online

presence, including over

350,000 Twitter followers

■ Breakout success in UK: The

British edition has sold over

36,000 copies in the uk. It was

the #10 bestselling book on

Amazon uk; on the Amazon

Children’s Books list, the kindle

edition reached #1 and the

paperback reached #4

■ Unflinchingly honest: o’Porter’s

unfiltered depiction of adolescent

life, complete with bullies,

drinking, and sex, will resonate

with contemporary teens while

striking a hopeful and funny note

■ Realistic fiction on the rise: With

the likes of Rainbow Rowell,

david Levithan, and John Green,

realistic fiction is trending

strong in YA

■ Forthcoming sequel: o’Porter’s

next book about Flo and Renée,

Goose, will release fall 2015

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Renée and Flo are the most unlikely of friends. Introspective and studious Flo and outspoken, wild,

and sexually curious Renée have barely spoken in their years of going to school together in Guernsey,

a small British island off the coast of France. And yet, when tragedy strikes, it is only wild child Renée,

who lost her mother at a young age, who is able to comfort a grieving Flo. The girls form an intense

bond that sees them through a host of deeply relatable, wince-inducing experiences—drunken

snogging; a séance in which clueless friends offer to summon Renée’s mother; dating a guy for free

fish and chips. But toxic mean girls and personal betrayals threaten to tear the girls’ delicate new

friendship apart.

In this gripping debut, Dawn o’Porter shines an unflinchingly honest, humorous light on female

friendship, lost innocence, and that moment when you are teetering on the threshold of adult life.

dawn o’Porter is a British journalist known for her frank and often comedic investiga-

tions of women’s issues, including weight, breast cancer, and self-esteem. She has made

documentaries for the BBC, TLC, WE tv, and others. She also writes a column for Glamour

UK. She lives in L.A. and New York with her husband, actor Chris o’Dowd (Bridesmaids,

Girls). Visit her online at dawnoporter.co.uk.

Paper Airplanes ■ By dAwn o’ Porter

Lauren Myracle meets Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging in this frank, funny coming-of-age and

friendship story by a hugely talented British journalist

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■ Classic source material: Audrey

Hepburn and Breakfast at

Tiffany’s never go out of style,

as evidenced by Hepburn’s

continued presence in fashion

magazines and pop culture

■ the ultimate escape: Many

teens fantasize about glamorous

parties and fabulous shopping,

and this novel brings those

fantasies to life

■ Relatable heroine: Much like

Holly Golightly, Gemma feels

misunderstood at home and runs

away for the weekend in the

hopes of finding herself

■ modern friendships: In the story,

the cofounders of the blog oh

Yeah Audrey! have only ever

communicated via texting, phone

calls, and Skype

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It’s 5:00 a.m. on Fifth Avenue, and 16-year-old Gemma Beasley is standing in front of Tiffany & Co.

wearing the perfect black dress with her coffee in hand—just like Holly Golightly. As the cofounder of

a successful Tumblr blog—oh Yeah Audrey!—devoted to all things Audrey Hepburn, Gemma has trav-

eled to New York in order to meet up with her fellow bloggers for the first time. She has meticulously

planned out a 24-hour adventure in homage to Breakfast at Tiffany’s; however, her plans are derailed

when a glamorous boy sweeps in and offers her the New York experience she’s always dreamed of.

Gemma soon learns who her true friends are and that, sometimes, no matter where you go, you just

end up finding yourself.

Filled with hip and sparkling prose, Oh Yeah, Audrey! is as much a story of friendship as it is a love

letter to New York, Audrey Hepburn, and the character she made famous: Holly Golightly.

tucker Shaw, who has been featured on the Today show, is the author of Everything I Ate

and many popular books for teens, including Confessions of a Backup Dancer and The

Girls. He lives in Denver, where he is a food editor for the Denver Post.

also available

The Girls

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Anxious Hearts

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oh Yeah, Audrey! ■ By tucker shAw

Breakfast at Tiffany’s meets Gossip Girl as three friends embark on a glamorous

adventure in this enchanting novel

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“Louise Rennison funny

but with ALL THE FEELS.

You are going to like

it.” —Maureen Johnson,

13 Little Blue Envelopes

Shortlisted for the

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Hold Tight, Don’t Let Go follows the vivid story of two teenage cousins, raised as sisters, who

survive the devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti. After losing the woman who raised them in the

tragedy, Magdalie and Nadine must fend for themselves in the aftermath of the quake. The girls are

inseparable, making the best of their new circumstances in a refugee camp with an affectionate, lively

camaraderie, until Nadine, whose father lives in Miami, sends for her but not Magdalie. As she leaves,

Nadine makes a promise she cannot keep: to bring Magdalie to Miami, too. Resourceful Magdalie

focuses her efforts on a reunion with Nadine until she realizes her life is in Haiti, and that she must

embrace its possibilities for love, friendship, and a future.

laura Rose Wagner has a PhD in anthropology from the University of North Carolina,

Chapel Hill. She lived in Port-au-Prince from 2009 to 2012, and survived the earthquake.

She travels to Haiti often, and founded a creative writing group for young people there.

Hold Tight, don’t Let Go ■ By l Aur A rose wAgner

By a stunning new talent, a gorgeous YA novel about the devastating sorrow—and the vibrant

hope—that followed the 2010 earthquake in Haiti

■ Anniversary tie-in: Published

on the fifth anniversary of the

earthquake, Hold Tight reminds

us of the scale of the tragedy and

the complex efforts to rebuild

■ Firsthand account: This authentic

depiction of life in Haiti, written

by a young woman who lived

through the earthquake, is sure

to grab critical attention

■ Exciting new talent: Wagner, a

gifted writer who’s been featured

in Salon and the Huffington Post,

has a bright future in YA

■ Fills need for diversity: The

Haitian girls at the center of the

story fill a need in children’s

publishing for more nonwhite

main characters

■ donation: Part of the author’s

proceeds from the sale of this

book will go toward supporting

education in Port-au-Prince

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Alyssa Gardner has been down the rabbit hole. She was crowned Queen of the Red Court and

faced the bandersnatch. She saved the life of Jeb, the boy she loves, and escaped the machinations of

the disturbingly appealing Morpheus. Now all she has to do is graduate from high school.

That would be easier without her mother, freshly released from an asylum, acting overly protective

and suspicious. And it would be much simpler if the mysterious Morpheus didn’t show up for school

one day to tempt her with another dangerous quest in the dark, challenging Wonderland—where she

(partly) belongs.

Could she leave Jeb and her parents behind again, for the sake of a man that she knows has

manipulated her before? Will her mother and Jeb trust her to do what’s right? Readers will swoon over

the satisfying return to Howard’s bold, sensual reimagining of Carroll’s classic.

A. G. Howard wrote Splintered while working at a school library. She always wondered

what would’ve happened had the subtle creepiness of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

taken center stage, and she hopes her darker and funkier tribute to Carroll will inspire

readers to seek out the stories that won her heart as a child. She lives in Amarillo, Texas.

UnhingedSpLINTERE d Book T Wo

■ By A . G . HowArd

The sequel to the fantastical Alice in Wonderland–inspired Splintered

■ Continued romantic tension: The

romance heats up as Alyssa’s

dark side—and Morpheus—

becomes intertwined with and

inseparable from the human

world she knows

■ Beloved source material: Carroll’s

Alice books are perennially

popular with kids and adults

■ High-concept fantasy: A strong

hook, appealing characters, and

an understanding of its core teen

audience will make this stand out

■ Bonus features: Includes a

sample chapter of the final book

in the Splintered series, Ensnared,

as well as a Q&A with the author

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AGes 14 And UP

yoUnG AdUlt fiction

■ Highly visible author: Myracle

has sold more than three million

copies and is one of the most-

banned authors in America

■ Exploding category:

Contemporary, realistic teen

romance is having a particularly

strong moment in YA

■ Critical acclaim: Received

tremendous media coverage

and positive reviews, including

a spot on the Publishers Weekly

Best Books of 2013 and a starred

review from Kirkus

■ Bonus feature: Includes a dating

“dos and don’ts” by the author

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For as long as she can remember, Wren Gray’s goal has been to please her parents. but as high

school graduation nears, so does an uncomfortable realization: pleasing her parents once overlapped

with pleasing herself, but now . . . not so much. Wren needs to honor her own desires, but how can she

if she doesn’t even know what they are?

Charlie Parker, on the other hand, is painfully aware of his heart’s desire. A gentle boy with a

troubled past, Charlie has loved Wren since the day he first saw her. but a girl like Wren would never fall

for a guy like Charlie—at least not the sort of guy Charlie believes himself to be.

And yet certain things are written in the stars. And in the summer after high school, Wren’s and

Charlie’s souls will collide. but souls are complicated, as are the bodies that house them . . .

Steamy, romantic, and oh-so-true to life, this is an unforgettable look at first love from one of young

adult fiction’s finest writers.

lauren Myracle is the author of the New York Times bestselling Internet Girls series

(ttyl, ttfn, and l8r, g8r), Shine, Rhymes with Witches, Bliss, and the Flower Power

series, among many other books for teens and young people. She lives with

her family in Fort Collins, Colorado. Visit her online at laurenmyracle.com.

Praise and accolades for

The Infinite Moment of Us

Publishers Weekly Best Book

of 2013

YALSA 2014 Quick pick for

Reluctant Yong Readers

★ “This is Forever . . . for a

new generation” —Kirkus


“This charming romance has

multidimensional characters,

straightforward sexuality, and

a pace that lets readers fall in

love with the main characters.”


“one of the best, truest

teen love stories I’ve read

in a while. This book had

me laughing at parts, and

in tears at others.” —david

Levithan, author of Every Day

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“This generation’s Judy blume” charts the sweetness and vulnerability of first love and the magic of

stepping hand in hand into the unknown

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In 1918, the world seems on the verge of apocalypse. Americans roam the streets in gauze masks

to ward off the deadly Spanish influenza, and the government ships young men to the front lines of a

brutal war, creating an atmosphere of fear and confusion. Sixteen-year-old Mary Shelley black watches

as desperate mourners flock to séances and spirit photographers for comfort, but she herself has never

believed in ghosts. At her bleakest moment, however, she’s forced to rethink her entire way of looking

at life and death, for her first love—a boy who died in battle—returns in spirit form. but what does he

want from her?

Featuring haunting archival early-20th-century photographs, this is a tense, romantic story set in a

past that is eerily like our own time.

Cat Winters is the author of In the Shadow of Blackbirds, which received three starred

reviews and was a finalist for YALSA’s Morris Award for debut YA fiction. She grew up

near Disneyland in Southern California. She lives in Portland, oregon, with her family.

.

In the Shadow of Blackbirds ■ By cAt winters

A compelling YA novel set in a tumultuous 1918—part love story, part ghost story, and part dark mystery ■ Critically acclaimed: Finalist for

the prestigious Morris Award

for debut YA literature and the

recipient of three starred reviews

■ Captivating romance: A

tragic love affair provides the

connection for later séances with

the dead

■ Evocative era: The wars,

epidemics, fads, and scientific

breakthroughs of the World War I

era are still compelling today,

as proven by the success of

Downton Abbey

■ Visually arresting: The period

spirit photography included in

the book lends an air of authority

and strange beauty

■ Bonus feature: Includes a sample

chapter from Winters’s new book,

The Cure for Dreaming (see

page 67)

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AGes 12 And UP

yoUnG AdUlt fiction

■ Hot genre: The Walking Dead

is the most popular TV show

among teenagers, and zombies

are an unkillable trend

■ Social commentary: The book’s

mysterious virus reveals the class

and social stratification of high

school—and it makes you think

as it scares you silly

■ Uncool is the new cool: These

former underdogs save the day

■ Bonus feature: Includes a

brand-new Q&A with author

Tom Leveen

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brian and his friends are not part of the cool crowd. They’re the misfits and wily troublemakers—the

ones who jump their high school’s fence to skip class regularly. So when a deadly virus breaks out,

they’re the only ones with a chance of surviving.

The virus turns brian’s classmates and teachers into bloodthirsty attackers who don’t die easily.

The whole school goes on lockdown, but brian and his best friend, Chad, are safe (and stuck) in the

theater department—far from brian’s sister and his ex-girlfriend with a panic attack problem. brian and

Chad, along with some of the theater kids brian had never given the time of day before, decide to find

the girls and bring them to the safety of the theater. but it won’t be easy, and it will test everything they

thought they knew about themselves and their classmates.

tom leveen is the author of Party, Zero, and manicpixiedreamgirl. Zero was named to

YALSA’s list of best Fiction for Young Adults. This is his first foray into the horror genre. He

lives in Phoenix, Arizona.

Praise for Sick

“The gore and action will

leave enthralled readers

thrilled and then sated

with each kill on either

side.” —Booklist

“Between the pacing and

the heroes’ salty, blue

language (full of lovingly

creative, genital-inspired

insults), reluctant readers

who love zombies will devour

it, right up to the abrupt

end.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Well written, with great

detail, even if it is a little

gory.” —VOYA magazine

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Sick ■ By toM le veen

The Breakfast Club meets The Walking Dead as a group of unlikely allies tries to survive a deadly outbreak

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Praise for In the Shadow

of Blackbirds

★ “Winters deftly

combines mystery, ghost

story, historical fiction, and

romance. Excellent pacing

and deliciously creepy

descriptions.”

—School Library Journal,

starred review

★ “Masterful debut novel.”


starred review

“Cat Winter’s debut novel

is creepy good.”

—Boston Globe

See page 67 for Winters’s latest

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■ dynamic author: This All-pro

NFL football player and sports

news personality, who is a

commentator for Fox Sports and

has written for the New York

Times and Sports Illustrated,

cares deeply about literacy and

getting good stories into the

hands of boys

■ reluctant-reader appeal:

Action-packed, fully illustrated

in color, and funny, this series is

perfect for reluctant readers and

will attract the same audience as

Wimpy kid, origami Yoda, and

Attack of the Fluffy Bunnies

■ Bonus feature: Includes a sneak

peek of the sequel, The Rainbow

Serpent

■ Critical acclaim: The hardcover

edition garnered three starred

reviews and was short-listed for

the prestigious Guardian Award

■ Modern-day great: Ibbotson won

the Smarties prize and made the

Carnegie, Whitbread, and Blue

peter shortlists

■ tremendous sales record:

Ibbotson’s total sales are well

over two million

■ Conservation message: The

book’s vegetarian protagonists

and clear anti-hunting sentiment

encourage readers to respect

and protect the environment

■ Bonus features: Includes an

informative readers’ guide and a

Q&A with Ibbotson’s son

ISBN 978-1-4197-1381-1

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For years, the frogs of the Amphibilands have lived in safety—protected by an elite group of poison-

ous frogs named the Kulipari and by the dreamcasting spell of the turtle king that cloaks their lands in

mystery. Now the spell is threatened by the Spider Queen, a talented spellcaster, and Lord Marmoo,

leader of the scorpions. With the Kulipari off training in secret, the Amphibilands have never been so

vulnerable. Enter Darel, a young frog who dreams of joining the Kulipari, despite his utter lack of poison

and limited fighting skills. With the help of a motley crew of friends, Darel has the chance to become the

warrior of his dreams.

Illustrated in full color by acclaimed comics artist Sanford Greene, this sleek, fun series combines

cool animals, thrilling action, and a bit of natural science.

trevor Pryce is a 14-year veteran of the NFL who played defensive end

for the Denver broncos, the baltimore Ravens, and the New York Jets. He

is also a commentator for Fox Sports. He lives in Maryland. Joel Naftali

is the author of many books, several written with his wife, Lee. He lives in

California. Sanford Greene is an accomplished comics illustrator whose

work has been published by DC Comics, Dark Horse, and more. He lives in

South Carolina.

Renowned literary great Eva Ibbotson delivers a final novel in her classic, much-loved style. A

previously unpublished work from this favorite author, The Abominables follows a family of yetis who

are forced, by tourism, to leave their home in the Himalayas and make their way across Europe to a pos-

sible new home. Siblings Con and Ellen shepherd the yetis along their eventful journey, with the help

of Perry, a good-natured truck driver. Through a mountain rescue in the Alps and a bullfight in Spain,

the yetis at last find their way to an ancestral estate in England—only to come upon a club of voracious

hunters who have set their sights on the most exotic prey of all: the Abominable Snowmen.

briskly funny and full of incident, The Abominables is vintage Ibbotson. With unforgettable

characters and thoughtful messages about the environment and animal cruelty, it’s a generous last gift

to her many devoted fans.

Eva Ibbotson has long been a favorite of both children and adult readers on both sides

of the Atlantic. Her novels include The Secret of Platform 13, Which Witch?, The Great

Ghost Rescue, Island of the Aunts, Dial-a-Ghost, and Journey to the River Sea, which won

the Smarties Prize. She died in 2010 at her home in Newcastle, England.

Praise for An Army of Frogs

“A must-have, winning

adventure that is nearly

impossible to put down.”


“This little frog should find

fans among readers of

the Warriors and Redwall

sagas.” —Kirkus Reviews


for The Abominables

★“A satiric farewell

from a favorite author.”

—Kirkus Reviews,

starred review

★“A memorable finale

to a treasured body

of work.” —Publishers


Guardian Children’s

prize shortlist

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An Army of FrogsA kULIpARI NoVE L

■ By tre vor Pryce witH Joel nAf tAli

■ i llUstr Ated By sAnford Greene

The first book in the action-packed adventure series by NFL veteran Trevor Pryce

The Abominables ■ By e vA iBBotson

A last, posthumous novel from literary great Eva Ibbotson about a family of yetis

50 full-color illustrations

304 pages, 5½ × 8¼"

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Fresh off their epic summer road trip, Lydia and Julie are back and ready to take seventh grade

by storm. Well, Lydia is: she wants to start a band, and she’s convinced Julie to join her. The Macramé

owls are joined by Roland (expert at the hardingfele) and Jane (expert at drama). None of them,

unfortunately, are experts at rocking out. The band needs more practice, but instead Lydia and Julie

find themselves riding an unexpected wave of popularity thanks to their own belated birthday party.

The girls may have accidentally stumbled upon the secret to popularity—if only the secret weren’t so

completely humiliating. Hilarious, observant, and honest, this installment of the series has all of Amy

Ignatow’s signature charm, while bringing our beloved heroines to a new turning point in their lives.

Amy Ignatow is a cartoonist and the author of the Popularity Papers series. She gradu-

ated from Moore College of Art and Design and was once a backup singer in a rock

band called Todd Young and His Rock band. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband,

Mark, their daughter, Anya, and their cat, Mathilda, who is mellowing out despite

herself. Kind of.

The popularity papersBook F IVE : THE AWESoME LY AWFUL ME LodIES

■ By AMy iGnAtow

Are you ready to rock in the fifth book in the beloved series?

■ Success of hybrid novels: Mixing

text, illustration, and humor has

proven to entice this age group

■ Making music: kids dream of

rock stardom, and Lydia and

Julie’s adventures will inspire

budding musicians

■ Publication timing: Will release at

the same time as book seven in

the series (see page 59)

■ Bonus feature: Includes a teaser

for the sixth book in the series

ISBN 978-1-4197-1308-8

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Paperback

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AGes 9 to 13


The grand finale to the New York Times bestselling series, Attack of

the BULLIES stars Ruby Peet, aka Agent Pufferfish, the team captain with

super nanobyte-enhanced allergies. Pufferfish leads the team in their latest

case: solving the kidnapping of the president’s daughter. but the NERDS

discover she hasn’t been kidnapped—she’s been recruited. Their former

librarian, Ms. Holiday, has started a rival organization called buLLIES, who

each have their own nanobyte-enhanced upgrades. The buLLIES’ plan: go

back in time to make sure NERDS never existed! When Ruby’s teammates

begin to vanish one by one, she enlists Agent brand and Heathcliff Hodges

to go back to the 1970s and help the original nerdy secret agents make sure

that the future is not erased from existence! Attack of the BULLIES promises

action, humor, and a dramatic conclusion to the series.

Michael Buckley is the bestselling author of the Sisters

Grimm and NERDS series. He has also written and developed

shows for Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, and the Discovery

Channel. He lives in brooklyn, New York.

NERdSBook FIVE : ATTACk oF THE BULLIES

■ By MicHAel BUckle y

The fifth and final book in the bestselling NERDS series ■ Bestselling series: A New York

Times bestselling series, with

more than one million copies in

print and counting

■ reluctant-reader appeal: packed

with laughs, these books are a hit

with boys

■ Author’s track record: Buckley’s

Sisters Grimm series has more

than one million copies in print

■ Bonus feature: Includes a brand-

new Q&A with the author

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352 pages, 5½ × 8¼"

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Book One PB

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Book Two HC

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Book Two PB

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Book Three HC

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Book Three PB

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Book Four HC

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Book Four PB

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Book Five HC

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Accolades and praise

for the NErdS series

New York Times

bestselling series

“Charming and funny.”

—Publishers Weekly

“Funny, clever, and

thoroughly entertaining.”


“The inventive details, story,

and made-up futuristic

technology will keep pages

turning.” —Kirkus Reviews

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The very first Hello Kitty nail-art-design

book will feature 20 DIY Hello Kitty–themed

projects for painting nails by well-known Hello

Kitty nail-design artist Masako Kojima. Each

project includes step-by-step instructions for

creating designs and applying decals, accom-

panied by four-color photographs illustrating

the process. Includes 50+ decals. A must-have

for any Hello Kitty fan!

Masako Kojima is a Japanese nail-design

artist well known for her Hello Kitty nail art

design. She lives in Japan. Sanrio®, best

known for global icon Hello Kitty®, celebrated

its 50th anniversary in 2010. Today, over

50,000 Sanrio-branded items are sold in over

70 countries around the world.

Hello Kitty Nail Art

■ by Masako koj iMa

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Full-color illustrations and photographs

128 pages, 7 x 7"

Hardcover

RIgHTS: US and Canada

Pub MonTH: SepteMber

beaUty & FaSHion

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The Simpsons Family History presents

25 years of Simpsons facts and fun in a

never-before-seen chronological format.

Travel through time as Matt groening pulls

back the curtain and reveals the events that

turned this average family into a pop-culture

phenomenon. Marvel at the hidden moments

you never knew you missed, as all the pieces

of Simpsons history fall into place. Chock-full

of art taken directly from the source, this

massive tome is a must for Simpsons fans and

the perfect way to celebrate The Simpsons’

25th anniversary.

Matt Groening is the creator and executive

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