Best Selling Books by Chronicle Books

We often forget to bring quiet, meditative time into our lives. With a contemplative image and a simple guided exercise on each page, this ebook provides an enjoyable entre to the practice of meditation—helping you focus, reflect, and find balance.

A pack of materials designed to be an activity program to teach children about Gauguin and art.

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.

Make life a little sweeter with this curated collection of special desserts for any occasion. Who doesn’t love a taste of cake and ice cream? Featuring recipes and accompanying photographs culled from Chronicle Books’ most popular cookbooks, this collection is an ideal treat for dessert lovers looking for foolproof recipes perfect for any occasion. With twenty scrumptious treats, from Sky-High Strawberry Shortcake to Spiderweb Pumpkin-Ginger Cupcakes, Pistachio Ice Cream Sandwiches with Walnut Brownies, and Bittersweet Chocolate Ice Cream, there’s something here for every sweet tooth.

Say Yes to Your Higher Calling. "Discover Your Dharma is a timely book for readers to decondition their minds, remember their essence, and step into the purpose they were born to express." --From the foreword by DEEPAK CHOPRA It is no coincidence you have found this book. Your soul is calling you to step fully into your purpose, your truth, the reason why you are here: your dharma. This lifetime is about figuring out what your dharma is. When you say yes to your higher calling, everything you''ve been seeking naturally manifests. This book will guide you through the journey and lead you to a life of happiness, abundance, joyful service, and fulfillment. In Discover Your Dharma, bestselling Ayurvedic author and Highest Self Podcast host Sahara Rose shares her unique approach to discovering your dharma through the Doshas (the Ayurvedic mind-body types) and the chakras (energy centers of the body). Take the "What''s Your Dharma Archetype?" quiz and use your Dharma Blueprint to unlock the code of what you''re meant to do next, in your relationships, business, and every facet of your life. Modernizing ancient Vedic wisdom, Sahara Rose shares how to remember your true essence, illuminate your path, and embrace your highest self. In her signature style, she offers personal stories and reflections on dharma discovery and embodiment. Discovering your dharma is the most important work you can do. This is the perfect introduction to living in alignment for all spiritual seekers and anyone looking to become more self-aware. Digital audio edition read by the author.

William Powell and Myrna Loy. Bogart and Bacall. Tracy and Hepburn. These on-screen (and sometimes off-screen) couples defined romantic chemistry and the art of falling in love. From Turner Classic Movies, Leading Couples features the most unforgettable screen pairings of the studio era, including actors and actresses with many film courtships and those who made their indelible mark in a single, memorable movie. Engaging and thoroughly researched, each profile includes trivia, behind-the-scenes stories, biographical overviews, and memorable quotes, illustrated by rare stills and poster art.

A taste of the good life! This collection showcases 20 special recipes, all with photographs, that will inspire food lovers to take the party outside. Selected from some of Chronicle Books'' best-loved cookbooks, here are easy-peasy drinks (alcoholic and nonalcoholic), quick appetizers, simple salads and sides, and great-for-the-grill main dishes. Whether it''s the South Seas Sangria, Corn with Chipotle Butter, or the Honey-Glazed Spareribs that beckon, everything tastes better out on the patio. And grilling will be all the more relaxing for the cook who has this just-right repertoire at hand.

The Finger Puppet series has sold over a million copies worldwide Simple comforting story with a permanently attached finger puppet. Follow Baby Piglet as she experiences her world: Baby Piglet Finger Puppet Book invites the youngest readers to walk along with Baby Piglet as she discovers the wonders of her farm home from playtime to bedtime. The simple, comforting story is easy to follow and the permanently attached soft finger puppet keeps little ones engaged. Start building a lifelong love of books at story time with Baby Piglet. Perfect size for curious babies and toddlers to hold and manipulate. Fun and interactive way to play and read. Yu-Hsuan Huang is an illustrator and artist from Taichung City, Taiwan. Fans of other books in the Finger Puppet Book series such as Baby Koala, Baby Penguin, and Baby Giraffe will love exploring the farm with Baby Piglet. Babies and toddlers will love this board book filed with colorful pictures, simple story, soft finger puppet, and sized perfectly for small hands to hold. Sturdy board book Makes a great gift and is a must-have for a baby''s bookshelf Books for kids ages 0-2 Interactive and fun

Two of the last California condors living in the wild hatch an egg.

Let''s Go to the Beach includes everything kids need to have a blast at the beach! An adorable clownfish sits at the center of it all and transforms into a colorful bag with a beach-themed pattern, perfect for toting beach toys and accessories to the seashore, or for bringing home seashells. Twenty activity cards give children games to play on the sand and even ideas for beach art projects!

For 3-5 players, ages 4-up Game includes: -- 32 cards -- Plastic draw-pile tray -- Instructions

The Finger Puppet series has sold over a million copies worldwide Simple, comforting story with a permanently attached finger puppet Follow Baby Unicorn as she explores her world: Baby Unicorn Finger Puppet Book invites the youngest readers to follow along with Baby Unicorn as she explores her world and her special healing powers. The simple, comforting story is easy to follow and the permanently attached soft finger puppet keeps little ones engaged. Start building a lifelong love of books at story time with Baby Unicorn. • Perfect size for curious babies and toddlers to hold and manipulate • Fun and interactive way to play and read • Full of colorful, soothing illustrations by Victoria Ying Fans of other books in the Finger Puppet Book series such as Baby Elephant, Baby Bear, and Baby Fish will love exploring the enchanted forest with Baby Unicorn. Babies and toddlers will love this board book''s colorful pictures, simple story, and soft finger puppet. It''s also sized perfectly for small hands to hold. •Sturdy board book • Makes a great gift and is a must-have for a baby''s bookshelf • Books for kids ages 0-2 • Interactive and fun

This jolly book collects fun-to-make crafts and treats, holiday recipes, plusstickers and a stencil. Consumable.

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.

Transform beautiful origami paper into covetable party accents! With the materials in this portfolio— 75 sheets of patterned origami paper and a booklet featuring step-by-step folding diagrams—eye-catching party props are just a few folds away. Origami enthusiasts and fans of pretty paper accents will enjoy folding chopstick rests, napkin rings, place settings, invitations, and more, in a range of colors and patterns.

Create stunning cupcakes fit for a princess, with scrumptious recipes, designer liners, and wraparound crowns! Princesses meet cupcakes and it''s tastily ever after! Princess Cupcakes has all the instructions parents and kids need to create majestic, princess-themed cupcakes in a booklet that includes decadent decorating tips and recipes for Pink Velvet Cupcakes, Deep Dark Chocolate Cupcakes, Sugar and Spice Cupcakes, and more! This book is perfect for young bakers.

Before the appliances are bought or the wallpaper is stripped, do-it-yourselfers need to sit down and think through any plans to improve their living space. The Home Renovation Workbook is the surest way for homeowners to make changes they''ll be happy to live with for a long time.This thorough hands-on guide leads the homeowner from budgeting and scheduling through to creating a floor plan and hiring help. It tackles the big-picture issues in home renovation with solid advice for untangling potential budget and schedule snarl-ups and helping renovators select workable, imaginative design plans.The three-ring binder contains checklists, worksheets, sample documents, planning questionnaires, a resource guide, glossary and 10 design boards, arming the reader with the resources and, more important, the confidence to undertake any home renovation project. The Home Renovation Workbook may just be the most cost-effective item and best-spent money of the entire renovation project.

Bursting with color and charm, this finger puppet book lets babies and inquisitive toddlers touch, feel, and explore their growing world. Newborns will love snuggling up with Baby Kitten! Baby Kitten wakes up, purrs with mama, plays, climbs, meets a butterfly, and drifts off to bedtime with his brother and sister. Featuring a plush finger puppet that peeks into each lovingly illustrated page, Baby Kitten will delight infants and parents alike. • Baby Kitten''s bright and colorful cloth finger puppet is ideal for little hands to grow and engage their motor skills. • A sweet and simple new baby gift—just the thing for baby showers and birthdays • Easy sentences and charming illustrations make Baby Kitten a perfect bedtime story. Recommended for fans of Kitten and friends and Baby Touch and Feel: Kittens. • Family Read Aloud Books • Newborn and Toddler Board Books Ages 0–3 • Baby Animal Books Yu-Hsuan Huang, also known as Smallx2, is an illustrator and artist from Taichung City, Taiwan, where she lives with her family and cats.

We translated the cutest Japanese patterns we could find to bring you the appeal of authentic Japanese content with the ease of English instruction. The result is such a treat. With Woolly Embroidery, learn how to add stunning designs to clothes and home accessories using simple crewel, stump work, canvas work, and other embroidery techniques. And it''s so easy to pick up. If you can sew a button, you can embroider—it doesn''t involve any complicated patterns or grids, just forgivingly freeform stitching. All you need is a needle and some wool thread. Helpful illustrations explain more than 30 decorative stitches so you can follow the instructions and color guides exactly or improvise your own motifs. With dozens of photographs to inspire, you''ll want to embellish everything in your world-handbags, couch cushions, a sewing kit case, and so much more.

How to Rule at Drawing features 50 bite-size tips and tricks to help you improve your art skills. This easy-to-follow, irresistibly illustrated book will get you in the habit of capturing not just what you see, but also what you feel. Whether you''re a beginner just learning the basics or an expert looking to hone your skills, this handbook is the perfect easy-breezy volume for anyone who wants to up their art-making game. The simple and actionable takeaways will help readers take their sketching skills to new heights. • Filled with irresistible illustrations from artist Rachel Harrell • Accessible to beginners but still useful for the advanced artist • Easy-to-follow instructional content In How to Rule at Drawing, budding artists will discover new ways to warm up, master new tools and techniques, and make good art. Part of the How to Rule series, a collection of how-to books you can take anywhere to improve your creative skills. • A perfect book for aspiring and hobbyist artists, art students, burgeoning creatives, sketchers, doodlers, and mark-makers of all sorts • Makes drawing easy, approachable, and super fun • Great for readers and artists who enjoyed How to Draw What You See by Ruby De Reyna, Drawing for the Absolute Beginner: A Clear & Easy Guide to Successful Drawing by Mark Willenbrink, and Draw the Draw 50 Way by Lee J. Ames

Featuring photographs from the Internet phenomenon Stuffonmycat.com, this compact board book contains hilarious images of two mortal enemies: cats and water. Full color.

Kyuuto! = Cute! Savvy crafters know that today''s hippest designs hail from Japan. But it''s near to impossible to find translated patterns. Or at least it used to be. With Lacy Crochet, we''re proud to present one of the first two books in our brand new Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts line. Lacy Crochet offers 22 patterns for delicate accessories sweetlyrendered for the home and wardrobe. This book enjoyed huge success on its home shores. The pages burst with quirky color photographs, step-by-step directions, and helpful technical illustrations. At last, the appeal of authentic Japanese contentwith the ease of English instruction. Stay tuned for more in coming seasons!

How to Rule at Photography features 50 bite-size tips and tricks to help you improve your photo skills with your phone''s camera. Creating brilliant photos with your phone isn''t as hard as you might think, and the easy-to-follow advice in this book goes way beyond selfie help. Let these deceptively simple tips help you unleash your inner creativity and upgrade your social media feed as you start snapping great shots using only your phone. You''ll not only learn actionable tips to make your photos better—you''ll learn how to develop your own personal style along the way. • Simple and effective instructional content • Features tips for amateur documentarians and aspiring social media influencers • Advice on how to pose for a portrait, get the best lighting, and edit images like a pro using nothing but your smartphone This book is the perfect easy-breezy volume for the person who wants to up their phone photography game. Part of the How to Rule series, a collection of concise how-to books you can take anywhere to improve your creative skills. • Perfect for aspiring and hobbyist photographers, art students, Instagram addicts, and selfie takers • Makes smartphone photography easy, approachable, and super fun • Great for readers who enjoyed How to Create Stunning Digital Photography by Tony Northrup, The Beginner''s Photography Guide by Chris Gatcum, and BetterPhoto Basics by Jim Miotke

Enjoy date night from the comfort of your own home with these 52 inexpensive and imaginative ideas! This deck includes date night ideas like body painting, a home day spa, and more. Couples new and old will love these fun and flirty activities! Compact Size: This petite package means you can easily keep the cards at home on your bedside table, bookshelf, or coffee table. Great for Gifting: Makes a great newlywed or anniversary gift; or treat yourself and your partner. Date Night Activities for the Year: Choose one card a week, or pick a card whenever you need a date night. Perfect for: • Couples looking for date night ideas • Valentine''s Day, anniversary, and birthday gifters • Newlywed, bachelorette party, and wedding shower shoppers

This charming little volume contains a wealth of lovers'' lore, touching on such subjects as the myth of Eros and Aphrodite; emblems of passion, seduction, and fidelity; and the romantic symbolism of the moon and stars. Includes 60 color illustrations and 40 color photos.

One of the Little Cookbook books, this one is full of regional recipes reflecting the new awareness of Southwestern cuisine.

The ultimate compendium of pre-pregnancy advice, this volume offers hundreds of ways--sourced from doctors and the latest research by the experts at "Conceive Magazine"--for women to conceive faster.

Bring a piece of history into your game night with this collection of fun and playable Victorian-era party games. Victorian Parlour Games is a beautifully designed and compact hardcover volume full of the classic, often silly, games played in the late 19th century. The Victorians loved fun and played hundreds and hundreds of party games. This endlessly delightful party games book collects some of the very best for your reference and pleasure. The irresistible combination of recognizable favorites and unexpected amusements includes: Charades Taboo Twenty Questions Laughing Game Fictionary Blindman’s Bluff Forfeits The Minister’s Cat Pass the Slipper Are you there, Moriarty? Elephant’s Foot Umbrella Stand Throwing the Smile Squeak Piggy Squeak Kim’s Game Blowing the Feather and many more! Each entry provides the original name of the game, any alternate names, the rules, and a brief history, complete with fun facts, notable connections (i.e., mentioned in a Charles Dickens novel, named after a Rudyard Kipling book, inspired by Sherlock Holmes, etc.), and what we call it today if the name has changed. Illustrations sprinkled throughout add to the fun and historical appeal of this unique game book, perfect for gifting or collecting. FOR FANS OF VICTORIANA: Anyone who loves the history and literature of the era knows how much those wacky Victorians liked their fun. Now, anyone can join in! PORTABLY POCKET-SIZED: This handy little volume is perfect to pop into a purse or satchel and take to the Dickens Fair, a historical reenactment, or any game night. FUN FOR ALL AGES: These games are easy to learn and quick to play. Get the whole family involved in some charmingly old-school delights that need very few extras beyond a deck of cards or a bit of mischievous spirit. Perfect for: Game players of all ages History buffs, trivia buffs, and fans of Victoriana Austen aficionados and Bridgerton watchers Dickens Fair and Christmas Carol attendees Family gift or game night host/hostess gift

Bintou wants braids. Long, pretty braids, woven with gold coins and seashells, just like her older sister and the other women in her family. But she is too young for braids. Instead, all she has are four little tufts of hair; all she ever gets are cornrows. However, when Bintou saves the lives of her two young cousins and is offered a reward of her choosing, Bintou discovers that true beauty comes in many different forms. Rich, earthy illustrations and a heartwarming story capture the spirit of a West African village in this wise tale about a girl who learns she''s perfect just the way she is.