Best Selling Books by Chronicle Books

A collection of fifteen classic fairy tales, including "Hansel and Gretel, " "Snow White, " and "Puss in Boots, " featuring antique illustrations.

Inspired by classic video games of the ''80s and ''90s, this clever board book sets out to level up the ABCs. Within these pages lies an alphabet adventure, rendered entirely in striking 8-bit artwork. Young gamers will love guiding their daring hero through the story to learn new words, discover hidden pictures, and find the missing treasure in an epic quest that will have kids and adults ready to press restart!

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A state-by-state tour of America''s favorite Christmas recipes features classic regional recipes--ranging from Alabama''s pecan divinity to New York''s oyster stew and Utah''s quick peppermint stick cake--highlighted by vintage artwork evoking the spirit of Christmas past.

The five images in this set of notecards provide a glimpse at the extraordinary work of painter Richard Diebenkorn.

Now available in two sizes, these exquisite facsimiles of antique postcard albums unearthed at a Parisian flea market take us back to an era when postcards were small treasures from faraway lands. Featuring Art Nouveau textured and padded covers and original floral line art inside, these two Cartes Postales albums offer the perfect home for special postcards and photographs. Each can hold both 3-1/2 x 5-inch and 4 x 6-inch postcards or photographs; the small version holds 64 photos, and the large up to 192 photos. Die-cuts hold each photo neatly without adhesive. These are truly special keepsake albums for travelers, collectors, and photographers alike.

Discover the meaning behind your birthday, identify your ideal mate, and more with this handy little guide. Forget cookies and crystal balls—this little book has a personalized fortune for you and everyone you love. Harkening back to the 1930s, the nostalgic illustrations in the Fortune-Telling Birthday Book accompany a perennial calendar for you to keep track of (and interpret) the birthdays of all your friends and family. Other traditions and folklore are also included—birthstones and their meanings, astrological signs, ideal mates, flowers of the month, and anniversary symbols.

Nordic Tales is a collection of 16 traditional tales from the enchanting world of Nordic folklore. Translated and transcribed by folklorists in the 19th century, these stories are at once magical, hilarious, cozy, and chilling. Welcome to a world of mystical adventure—where trolls haunt the snowy forests, terrifying monsters roam the open sea, a young woman journeys to the end of the world, and a boy proves he knows no fear. • Offers a fascinating view into Nordic culture • The tales come alive alongside bold, contemporary art • Part of the popular Tales series, featuring Tales of Japan, Celtic Tales, Tales of India, and Tales of East Africa Nordic Tales will enthrall fans of fairytales and captivate those interested in the rich history of Nordic culture. Ulla Thynell''s glowing contemporary illustrations accompany each tale, conjuring dragons, princesses, and the northern lights. • A visually gorgeous book that will be at home on the shelf or on the coffee table • A perfect gift for fairy tale and folklore lovers, fans of Nordic culture, people of Nordic ancestry, collectors of illustrated classics, and bibliophiles looking for a comforting wintertime read • Add it to the collection of books like D''Aulaires'' Book of Norse Myths by Ingri d''Aulaire and Edgar Parin d''Aulaire, Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman, and Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes by Edith Hamilton. People who love Greek mythology, roman mythology, Chinese mythology, Celtic mythology, and folklore and cultural studies from around the globe will love Nordic Tales.

With charming baby animals in the wild, this ebook set is sure to engage curious toddlers. Each set includes 9 books.

A handy little reference guide packed with information to help you predict your future through interpreting your dreams. Inspired by a vintage book, this delightful guide deciphers dreams to predict the future. It compiles more than one thousand dream symbols and reveals what they portend for the dreamer. This handy little book is irresistible to pick up; its content is so compelling, it’s impossible to put down.

With a plush finger puppet permanently attached to the book and peek-a-boo holes in every page, this charming board book creates fun along the way as parents and children play and read together.

A new title in the bestselling finger puppet series! Watch Little Horse prance in the sun in this simple, comforting story. The book features a permanently attached plush finger puppet and peek-a-boo holes in every page, giving parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read together.

Welcome back to the Space Age, where swank clothes, a stylish pad, and the right martini formula are the name of the game. With snazzy faux-lizard covers and fabulous retro art, the Lounge Lizard Journal and Address Book are accessories that no bachelor or bachelorette, should be without. Record the hi-fi''s, the hi-balls, and the hi-life in the quintessentially cool "Lounge Lizard Journal". Includes a sheet of retro stickers to help mark the swankest moments in your hip life.

An ode to friendship delivered by the capybara and their many animal friends! Whether they''re sharing their favorite snacks, laughing along with your best jokes, or cheering you on through thick and thin, capybaras know what it means to be a good friend! This lighthearted ode to friendship is delivered by capybaras, gentle giants who are known for their calm demeanor and social friendships with other animals, from dogs and monkeys to turtles and birds. This gift book features charming photography of these cuddly creatures and their assorted animal companions, paired with sweet advice and odes to friendship, straight from nature''s experts. This celebration of the capybara''s community, love, and kindness towards everyone—regardless of whether they have hooves, claws, or shells—is a must-have gift for friends of all sizes. ANIMAL FRIENDSHIPS: Whether it''s playing with puppies, basking with caimans, getting into mischief with monkeys, sharing a bite to eat with bunnies, or giving a ride to a butterfly, You''re A Good Friend, Capybara is full of unexpectedly delightful real life photos of animals being friends. FRIENDS AROUND THE WORLD: Although they are native to South America, these lovable giant rodents have gained huge followings around the world for their photogenic friendships and chill demeanor, and can be found at many zoos and refuges globally. A GIFT FOR FRIENDS: This book is the perfect feel good present for any friend. Whether it''s someone you see every day or your far away bestie, this little book is full of sweet, funny, and heartfelt reminders of what makes a good friend. Perfect for birthdays, Galentine''s Day, wedding party gifts, and any occasion to say, "You''re a good friend!"

The planet Naboo is surrounded by dark and powerful forces and it''s up to young Queen Amidala to save it. Includes a replica of Amidala''s treasured amulet. Color illustrations throughout.

With such traditional and contemporary dishes as Tarte Tatin, Croissants, Ratatouille and Salade Nicoise, French cuisine is rightly regarded as one of the richest in the world, and these recipes add up to a repertoire that most would be happy to eat day after day. Once easily available in any number of modest restaurants, today they are more often found in the home; all the more reason, then, to cook them yourself!

Where does Baby Sloth like to nap? Follow along with this cute baby animal as it experiences its world, from playtime to bedtime. The simple, comforting story in this go-to baby gift series have made it a multimillion seller. Featuring a permanently attached plush finger puppet, this volume offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read as they build a lifelong love of books together.

Little Panda''s friends all offer him something special to eat in this charming addition to the Finger Puppet library.

This precious baby album makes a beautiful gift for any new parent. Eric Carle''s beloved animal illustrations accompany space to record baby''s firsts, friends, outings, and more. It also includes an adorable hanging mobile and padded cover. Record the memorable moments of baby''s first year, and make a lovely keepsake for when baby is all grown up.

He''s smooth. Hes suave. He''s Pink Panther. This hip cat first appeared in the opening credits of the 1964 Blake Edwards film, The Pink Panther. To celebrate his 40th anniversary, Pink Panther pairs with the widely known pop artist Shag for a classic and fresh look. Add a touch of pink to your ink with the hippest cat around. This stationery pad with pink panache is the purrfect way to keep in touch with your Cat Pack.

Keep a record of your personal life journey in this exquisite journal inspired by the "Tao Te Ching," Lao Tzu''s timeless guide to the art of living. Enriched with key passages from Stephen Mitchell''s acclaimed translation of the "Tao Te Ching" and illustrated with ancient Chinese paintings, each page offers insight into true wisdom and serenity.

In this adorable new addition to the bestselling finger puppet series, watch Little Cat get spooked by a friend''s silly disguise, then curl up at home with her Halloween treats. Featuring a plush finger puppet permanently attached to the book and peek-a-boo holes in every page, Little Cat gives parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read together.

This valentine of a book is brimming with hip contemporary art celebrating matters of the heart. Flowers, hearts, doilies, chocolates, and couples holding hands are all reinvented here with a cool modern twist to create a new visual vocabulary that expresses all those tender sentiments we can''t quite find the words for. Featuring contributions by such beloved artists as Gemma Correll, Julia Rothman, Rifle Paper Co., and many more, this showcase of creative talent will tug at the heartstrings and delight the eyes. Chock-full of page after page of inventive ways to say "I Love You," this little treasure will win the heart of any art lover and the heart of that special valentine.

Little Turkey and friends prepare for winter, and offer thanks for all their blessings in this charming new Finger Puppetbook. This sweet story offers a special Thanksgiving message that parents and children can enjoy all through the year.

Two new titles in the bestselling finger puppet series! Watch Little Pig play in the mud and Little Dolphin swim with friends in these simple, comforting stories. Each book features a permanently attached plush finger puppet and peek-a-boo holes in every page, giving parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read together.

A new title in the bestselling finger puppet series! Tiny tots will enjoy swimming with newly hatched baby sea turtles in Little Sea Turtle. This simple, comforting story features a permanently attached plush finger puppet and peek-a-boo holes in every page, giving parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read together.

Meet Baby Hedgehog! Where does Baby Hedgehog live? How does Baby Hedgehog find a tasty treat? Follow along as he experiences his world, from playtime to bedtime. The simple, comforting stories in this go-to baby gift series have made it a multimillion seller. Featuring a permanently attached plush finger puppet, each volume offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read as they build a lifelong love of books together.

Chronicle of the Royal Family is a unique and compelling record of the longest-surviving and best-loved royal family in the world. From Alfred the Great to Elizabeth II, kings and queens have shaped the destiny of the British Isles. This book recaptures the full, thrilling drama in the distinctive Chronicle style that brings history to life as never before. Lavishly illustrated throughout, this book reports events of the past as though they had just happened. It is a saga not simply of power struggles, political intrigues and the rise and fall of empire, but also of personal joy and tragedy, heroism and scandal. It is also right up to date, highlighting the private and public lives of today''s royal family ... Special features of this book are a gazetteer detailing the principle palaces and royal residences, past and present, and a wallchart depicting the royal family trees of Great Britain from 840 to the present day. This book is a lively and authoritative work of reference for people of all ages. It rekindles memories of great events and serves as a lasting celebration of one thousand years of royalty.--Book jacket.

Meet Baby Reindeer! How does Baby Reindeer stay warm in the frosty weather? What yummy meal does Baby Reindeer find hidden beneath the snow? Follow along as he experiences his world, from playtime to bedtime. Warm illustrations plus a comforting story about the rhythms of a baby reindeer''s day make this perfect for the very youngest readers.

Meet Baby Penguin! How does Baby Penguin stay cozy and warm? Where does Baby Penguin play? Follow along as she experiences her world, from playtime to bedtime. The simple, comforting stories in this go-to baby gift series have made it a multimillion seller. Featuring a permanently attached plush finger puppet, each volume offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read as they build a lifelong love of books together.