Most Popular Books by Jane Chapman

Documentary is fast changing: with the digital revolution and the enormous increase in Internet usage, the range of information and outlets for distribution continues to become more diverse. In this context, are the traditional themes and frequently irreconcilable critical positions of study still valid – or are they changing, and if so, how? In short, what are the issues for documentary studies now? The starting point of Issues in Contemporary Documentary is that although documentary history cannot be ignored, the genre needs to be understood as complex, multi-faceted, and influenced by a range of different contexts. Jane Chapman brings to life the challenges of contemporary documentary in an accessible way by balancing theoretical discussion with use of cutting edge material from Europe and North America and the developing world. Whilst the need for critical appraisal of documentary is greater than ever before, Chapman believes that future discourses are likely to be shared between academics and specialist online communities as viewers become makers, and both categories may also become activists. Maintaining all parties can benefit from an awareness of continuity and change, she predicts that activist documentary will increasingly become a category to follow in the future. Each chapter contains recent international case studies, and the content evolves thematically with definitions, representation, objectivity, subjectivity, censorship, authorial voice, reflexivity, and ethics as headings. This free standing, innovative study can also be used in conjunction with Documentary in Practice (Polity 2007) by the same author. The two books provide an essential 2 volume introduction for all students and scholars of film and media, plus those practitioners seeking insight into their craft.

This gentle, touching story of the death of a dear friend, Bear, introduces children to the complex and often confusing feelings of grief, and the ways that Bear’s friends honor his memory as they learn how to cope with the loss. “Bear died on a Friday, while sunlight speckled the grass and caterpillars nibbled leaves in the forest.” Beaver and Mole, two of Bear’s friends, return some of bear''s belongings to his tree house, not quite understanding why their friend is no longer with them. The two cry together, sit quietly together, and feel angry together over the loss of their friend—but they gradually realize that Bear wouldn’t want them to be unhappy, so they decide to finish something that Bear had started.

Barry loves living in the forest. The other animals love to cuddle him because he''s so soft. And even though Barry loves hugs, sometimes he just wants to be left alone! He comes up with an idea to put an end to all the cuddles and interviews a variety of "cuddly" replacements. But will his plan work?

A beautifully illustrated tale about celebrating the joy of Christmas, and the little things in life, by best-selling author/illustrator Jane Chapman. Cubby the bear cub is out with Daddy one day to find the perfect Christmas tree. They find one and dig it up, and when they get home, they give it the perfect spot in the living room and decorate it. Cubby is thrilled to have Little Tree in their house and treats the tree like a member of the family. But when Christmas is over, it''s time to take down the decorations--including Little Tree. Cubby doesn''t want to lose a friend--but Daddy has a clever idea of how to be sure that they have Little Tree with them every Christmas.

Christmas is coming and Ted is SO excited, he''s just about ready to pop! "Is it Christmas yet?" he cries. "It is it Christmas yet?" Poor Ted - will it EVER be Christmas? A fantastic new board book edition of a favourite Christmas story by the award-winning Jane Chapman (The Little White Owl and The Bears in the Bed and the Great Big Storm), Is It Christmas Yet? is the perfect festive gift for little ones with the Christmas jitters! With sturdy pages that are easy for little hands to turn, along with beautiful illustrations and a vibrant, funny text, this is an ideal book to read with children in the run up to Christmas.

This touching sequel to Jane Chapman’s Good-bye, Bear offers a sweet tale of friendship and valuing each other’s needs. Perfect for any young child who likes to spend time alone. In this sequel to Jane Chapman’s Good-bye, Bear, friends Mole and Beaver sit together in their tree house, gazing at the stars and reflecting on the happy memories they have of their good friend Bear. Soon, their friends arrive at the tree house and want to come in, too, drawn there by the cozy glow of the lanterns in the tree house. This continues night after night, until there are so many visitors that Mole feels like there is no space for her anymore. Can her friends find a way to give her the space and quiet time she needs, and still spend time together in their tree house? A touching story that explores the value of finding solace in solitude.

With a wonderfully strong message of unconditional love, this book is perfect for little ones who need reassurance from time to time. Little Bear has broken Mommy''s favorite sunflower plant. What if her mom won''t love her anymore? Luckily, Mommy knows just what to do... "Put your paw on your heart," she smiles, "and you''ll feel my love going on and on forever!"

Bear cubs Button and Mungo are so excited for Christmas! They’re especially happy when just before bed they see that it’s snowing. “I wish it would snow forever,” Button tells Papa. It snows all night, and suddenly, there’s too much snow! It blows in through the mail slot, comes in through the window, and blocks the chimney. “How will Santa deliver our presents?” Mungo cries. Can the bears save Christmas?

Two little mice are playing in the snow one Christmas morning when they see an angel. Soaring through the sky, with sunshine gleaming on its wings, it is breathtaking and magical. But as they watch, the angel flutters and tumbles to the ground. Is there anything the mice can do to save the lost and lonely angel before it is too late?

Little Bear longs to be as big and as fast as his mother. In the cold Arctic snow, Mother Bear shows the little polar bear cub what it''s like to be grown up. At the end of the day Little Bear decides he isn''t quite ready to be a big bear yet

This picture book features over 28 best-loved nursery rhymes, including ''Humpty Dumpty'', ''Jack and Jill'', and ''Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star''.

Miki, an otter pup, loves to snuggle on her mama''s tummy. And Mama holds Miki''s paws while she teaches her how to swim. One day while Mama is out gathering food, Miki meets another otter pup named Amak, and the two become best friends. Then one day, a terrible storm rages in the ocean, and Miki and Amak hold each other''s paws tightly. Will it be enough to keep them safe?

Mama Hen goes in search of her lost egg, looking in the dog''s kennel, the cat''s bed and the donkey''s straw. Under every flap, there is a little egg, but none of them are Mama Hen''s. But, just as she''s given up and started to cry, she comes across her hatched chick.

A little white owl earns the friendship of the more colorful owls he has discovered by entertaining them with beautiful stories.

Comparative Media History is a unique thematic textbook which introduces students to the key ideas underpinning media development. It is an essential first step to a better understanding of both the media industry today and the way in which it evolved over time. The textbook compares developments and influences from a broad perspective, highlighting and contrasting different countries, industries and periods of history in order to encourage an understanding of cause and effect. In a style which is clear, accessible and provocative, Jane Chapman argues that most of the roots of today''s media - even the globalizing impulse - lie in the late 18th and 19th centuries. The book emphasises continuity and certain decisive factors such as the social use of technology, the character of the institutions in which it is applied and the political approach of the specific countries involved. The comparative element to this book, both across countries and industries, will enable students to reflect on key issues in media studies, including those of diversity, form, method and choice, both past and present. It will become an essential text for any student of the media and its history. For more information about the book and the author, please see www.janechapman.co.uk

Frog has been asleep all winter and now he is on his way back home. But, when he gets there, what does he see - a huge pond monster with enormous claws Will Frog ever be able to swim in his pond again? And will he and his friends find out who the pond monster really is?

Providing an approach to practical documentary making, this work shows the challenges and issues faced by documentary makers and brings the author''s personal experience as both documentary producer and teacher to advise on how students can gain insight from these projects.

The Carter and Fulcher families came to America from England. William Carter was baptized 24 January 1770 in Folkestone, England. He married Sarah Harrold on 24 Mar 1798. Henry Harrold Carter who was third generation Carter was the grandfather of Harriet Elizabeth Carter Chapman of Biloxi, Mississippi. The author, Jane Elizabeth Chapman Whitt was born 4 Mar 1923 in Biloxi, Ms. and married Samuel Sullivan Whitt on 6 Feb. 1942.

Dora the hen is proud of her batch of eggs and longs to show them off to her friends. But Penny Pig is playing with her piglets and Clarissa Cow is snuggling her newborn calf. As Dora watches all the animals with their young, she can''t help but think their babies are much nicer than per plain brown eggs. So, off she goes back to her hen house feeling very sad, unaware of the surprises that are about to take place! Readers can touch and feel the texture of Dora''s eggs through embossing on the cover and throughout the book!

Christmas is coming and everyone is so excited - except for Grumpy Badger. Piffle he shouts. I am going to sleep until spring, and if anyone wakes me up I shall be VERY grumpy. But then Grumpy Badger has three visitors... and there is a great crisis. Will he learn the error of his ways before it''s too late?

Little Mouse feels scared when he lies in bed. What is that huffing and puffing? Is it a ghost? Little Mouse asks if he can come into Big Mouse''s bed. But Big Mouse is determined that Little Mouse should sleep alone.