New Releases by John Lithgow

The next book in John Lithgow's New York Times bestselling series Following the success of New York Times bestsellers Dumpty and Trumpty Dumpty Wanted a Crown, award-winning actor, author, and illustrator John Lithgow presents the third book in his runaway hit series. A Confederacy of Dumptys takes us through a history of twenty-five "American Scoundrels" in this all-new collection of Lithgow's satirical poems and illustrations. While the Trump Era was rife with corruption and abuse of power, it was nothing new. Through Lithgow's cutting humor, you will read about a rogues' gallery of villains that came before Donald J. Trump, powerful men and women who were corrupt, venal, criminal, adulterous, racist, or just plain disgusting. With dark and lyrical stories from across American history, you will learn about long-forgotten figures and bad actors of today, including the first Grand Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan, the perpetrator of 19th century women's pyramid schemes, and participants in both the Watergate scandal and the Capitol insurrection. Trump and Nixon show up, of course, but also Leona Helmsley, Boss Tweed, Typhoid Mary, Newt Gingrich, Ted Cruz, and many more. Skipping through time, and delivered with classic Lithgow wit and style, A Confederacy of Dumptys is an exuberant reminder of how not to repeat history. Digital audio edition read by the author. The perfect book for: • Political satire fans—viewers of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. • American history buffs and trivia enthusiasts—readers of Jon's Stewart's America (The Book): A Citizen's Guide to Democracy Inaction and Josh Clark's Stuff You Should Know: An Incomplete Compendium of Mostly Interesting Things. • Poetry, art, and illustration aficionados.

Following the success of his New York Times bestseller Dumpty, award-winning actor, author, and illustrator John Lithgow presents a brand-new collection of satirical poems chronicling the despotic age of Donald Trump. Trumpty Dumpty Wanted a Crown is darker and more hard-hitting than ever. Lithgow writes and draws with wit and fury as he takes readers through another year of the shocking events involving Trump and his administration. His uproarious poems and illustrations encompass Trump's impeachment, the COVID-19 pandemic, the Black Lives Matter protests, and much more. Lithgow targets Mitch McConnell, Mike Pompeo, Bill Barr, Jared Kushner, Elaine Chao, and many others, but also includes a few heroes of the moment, including Anthony Fauci, Nancy Pelosi, Adam Schiff, and even Barack Obama. The book arrives at a time when it's needed most. With all-new poems and never-before-seen line drawings, Lithgow will once again make readers laugh and pause to remember some of the most defining moments in recent history—skewering the reign of King Dumpty one stanza at a time. Digital audio edition read by the author.

Manifest That Shit Lined 6x9 journal, which includes 120 pages for your thoughts, plans, and may more. This is the perfect and inexpensive birthday, Christmas, Valentine's day or any occasion gift for co-workers, bosses, colleagues, friends, family to doodle, sketch, put stickers, or take notes in. This 120-page journal features: 120 wide-ruled lined pages. 6" x 9" size - big enough for your writing and small enough to take with you. smooth white-color paper, perfect for ink, gel pens, pencils or colored pencils. a cover page where you can enter your name and other information. a matte-finish cover for an elegant, professional look and feel. This blank lined journal is perfect to slip into a purse or a briefcase for when you want to write down notes, grocery lists, ideas, poetry, stories, or plans. Other features: This journal is 6x9 inches and is a great travel size 120 high-quality pages. Matte, durable softcover. Makes an excellent gift for birthdays or holidays for friends, coworkers, and family. Gift for "Bosses Day", Cute gag gift/ stocking stuffer, stocking gift. Girlfriend, Boyfriend, Wife, Husband, Best Friend, Birthday gift idea This notebook helps plan goals, express thoughts, write new ideas, record daily activities, dates of meetings, events and errands or get rid of negative emotions and stress - writing helps! It is perfect for relieving stress and anger management. This is the perfect and inexpensive gift for Valentine's Day, birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas or any special occasion. This notebook will be a great gift for coworkers, boss, businesswoman, family or friends. Manifest That Shit Lined Lined 6x9 journal, which includes 120 pages are the perfect gift for any occasion: Birthday Gifts Teacher Gifts Mother's Day Gifts Christmas Gifts Graduation Gifts for Students Co-worker Gifts Mindful Gifts Journal & Planner Lovers Gift Baskets & Stocking Stuffers power journal entries journal yellow journalism planner book coworkers manifest love manifest money manifest your dreams manifestation babe manifesting miracles manifesting your dreams manifesto of surrealism manifesto of the communist party manifestoes of surrealism just listen last day last days of summer list building list cultures motivation interviewing motivation psychology motivation theory motivation weight loss motivational interviewing motivations power design list journal list maker list making list of jobs list yourself listen lists

New York Times Bestseller! Dumpty: The Age of Trump in Verse is Volume 1 of a satirical poetry collection from award-winning actor and bestselling author John Lithgow. Chronicling the last few raucous years in American politics, Lithgow takes readers verse by verse through the history of Donald Trump's presidency. • Lampoons the likes of Betsy DeVos, William Barr, Rudy Giuliani, and dozens more. • Illustrated from cover to cover with Lithgow's never-before-seen line drawings. • Draws inspiration from A. A. Milne, Lewis Carroll, Edward Lear, and even Mother Goose. • Great for fans of A Very Stable Genius by Mike Luckovich, Win Bigly: Persuasion in a World Where Facts Don't Matter by Scott Adams, and The Donald J. Trump Presidential Twitter Library by The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. The poems collected in Dumpty draw inspiration from A. A. Milne, Lewis Carroll, Edward Lear, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Mother Goose, and many more. A feat of laugh-out-loud lyrical storytelling, this timely volume is bound to bring joy to poetry lovers, political junkies, and Lithgow fans alike. Audio edition read by the author.

A lively and lyrical picture book jaunt from actor and author John Lithgow! Oh, children! Remember! Whatever you may do, Never play music right next to the zoo. They’ll burst from their cages, each beast and each bird, Desperate to play all the music they’ve heard. A concert gets out of hand when the animals at the neighboring zoo storm the stage and play the instruments themselves in this hilarious picture book based on one of John Lithgow’s best-loved tunes.

This “warm and generous” memoir is “brisk . . . packed with funny stories. . . . A buoyant, heartwarming account of coming into one’s own” (New York Times Book Review). Award–winning actor John Lithgow presents a charming, witty, and revealing memoir about his family, his work, and his life in Drama—an intimate story of insights and inspirational reflections from one of America’s most beloved actors. Lithgow pays tribute to his father, his greatest influence, and relives his collaborations with renowned performers and directors including Mike Nichols, Bob Fosse, Liv Ullmann, Meryl Streep, and Brian De Palma. A compelling reflection on the trials, triumphs, and changes across his long career, Lithgow’s Drama illuminates the inner life of a celebrated talent, and points the way forward for anyone aspiring to greatness in their own life. “Drama is a cut above?touching, self-aware, and beautifully written.” —People “Anyone interested in an actor’s life?especially backstage?will find this book enlightening.” —USA Today “A memoir as finely crafted as one of Lithgow’s performances.” —Steve Martin “Finely articulated as it is heartfelt . . . moving and candid.” —John Irving “A great read.” —Mary Karr, New York Times bestselling author of The Liar’s Club “Unflinching and irresistible.” —Gay Talese “Drama recounts in graceful, considered prose a life that after a few wrong turns is now happier and more well-adjusted than most.” —Charles McGrath, New York Times “Lithgow rises to the occasion with courageous honesty and fairness.’” —Los Angeles Times “John Lithgow’s memoir, Drama, reminded me that the world is indeed all a stage and that professionals have some great ideas about how to perform on it.” —Drew Gilpin Faust, The Wall Street Journal

John Lithgow sings one of his most popular songs, "I Got Two Dogs," in this e-book edition. The clever rhyming text tells of the narrator's two dogs who could not be more different—one is big, one is small, one barks quietly, while one has a loud and enthusiastic bark—but he loves them both the same. The bold graphic art style adds humor by revealing that the narrator's view of the dogs isn't exactly the way others might see them.

In his first book, actor and musician John Lithgow introduces a memorable character, a fickle yet lovable child prodigy who brings the sounds and rhythms of an orchestra to sprawling visual life. With a double gatefold showing the entire orchestra, this is the ultimate book for the music lover in all of us.

Sue doesn't want to be a kangaroo! She's sure there's something out there much better for her to be, so she goes off to explore. And sure enough, there are lots and lots of choices out there--but Sue's in for a surprise when she finally realizes that maybe a kangaroo is exactly what she wants to be.

Sue, a kangaroo, and some of her Australian animal friends put on a play called "The Runaway Pancake."

A gorgeous collection of classic poems that the whole family will enjoy, thoughtfully chosen by actor John Lithgow. From listening to his grandmother recite epic poems from memory to curling up in bed while his father read funny verses, award-winning actor John Lithgow grew up with poetry. Ever since, John has been an enthusiastic seeker of poetic experience, whether reading, reciting, or listening to great poems. The wide variety of carefully selected poems in this book provides the perfect introduction to appeal to readers new to poetry, and for poetry lovers to experience beloved verses in a fresh, vivid way. William Blake, Emily Dickinson, Edgar Allan Poe, and Dylan Thomas are just a few names among Lithgow's comprehensive list of poetry masters. His essential criterion is that "each poem's light shines more brightly when read aloud." This unique package provides a multimedia poetry experience with a bonus MP3 CD of revelatory poetry readings by John and the familiar voices of such notable performers as Eileen Atkins, Kathy Bates, Glenn Close, Billy Connolly, Jodie Foster, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren, Lynn Redgrave, Susan Sarandon, Gary Sinise, and Sam Waterston. Every reader will enjoy reciting or listening to these poems with the entire family, appreciating how each one comes to life through the spoken word in this superlative poetry collection.

A mischievous boy slips away from his teacher during a field trip to a natural history museum and, after the museum closes, sees all of the people he knows transformed into animals.

Some artists made history with their art. InMeet the Masters, readers can meet these “masters” and learn more about their lives and work.

From time to time I dream, that I'm a manatee, undulating underneath the sea.

Young readers can experience famous pieces of art up close as this title showcases famous works by such artists as da Vinci, Van Gogh, and Degas, and helps explain the history of these works to readers. Illustrations.

Young readers can time travel through art history! "Caves, Canvases, and Computers" explores the history of the art world from its beginnings on cave walls to modern-day, computer-generated masterpieces.

Mahalia Mouse discovers she has an aptitude for science.

A manatee character introduces manatees, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats, and discusses the dangers that threaten their existence.

Aimed at children aged 7 - 11, paloozas are fun-packed activity kits & booksrought to you by award-winning actor John Lithgow All kids have to spend theccasional day off home for sickness, and hours of TV just aren't the answero occupying them when they're curled up on the sofa. Sensitive to the facthat the child might not be feeling well, John Lithgow has come up withozens of wildly imaginative diversions and fun things to do that don'tequire running round the house. Contains: Watercolour paints Pen Paintbrushournal Alphabet stickers Ink

John Lithgow makes Arts and Literacy a Palooza of fun for kids! The Remarkable Farkle McBride Arts-in-Literacy Kitfeatures topics related to the world of music! Take a heaping measure of fascinating information about the arts. Add a dose of laughter and creativity. What do you get? Best-selling author John Lithgow’sLithgow Palooza Readers! The popularLithgow Palooza Readersfeature three levels of reading fun for children grades K to 3, carefully designed to match the abilities of developing readers. Research has proven that children benefit academically from participation in the arts. Children will build and strengthen important reading skills as they learn about the world of music! This Leveled Reader Kit features: • Repetitive language • Familiar and unfamiliar language • Longer sentences • Challenging vocabulary • Challenging sentence structure • Vibrant, full-color photography • Vocabulary list highlighting key words from the story • Comprehension questions that reinforce important reading concepts Kit Includes: • 6 copies of 6 leveled nonfiction readers o Moo-Moo Went the Tuba o Tweet, Oompa, Bumpety-Boom! o Music Around the World o Sounds of Celebration o Rock, Rag, and Swing

Author of the New York Times Bestsellers The Remarkable Farkle McBride and Marsupial Sue

Parents are always looking for ways to entertain their kids at home. This great new book contains tons of wacky ways for kids to stay entertained, engrossed, and excited about Halloween. Illustrations.

New from John Lithgow, the bestselling author of whimsical books for children and creative ideas for families

A year's worth of creative party suggestions for parents lists ideas on how to host unusual theme parties for children, in a guide complemented by supply lists, budget information, and activity and music recommendations.

What's a palooza? An activity that keeps kids from uttering those terrifying words, "I'm bored!" You may know John Lithgow as star of stage, screen, and television or even as a bestselling children's book author. But his most important role -- parent -- was also the most fun. Whether building cardboard castles or putting on a King and I puppet show or conducting a treasure hunt in the National Gallery of Art, John has spent years perfecting the art of the palooza. A palooza is easy to do! • A palooza doesn't cost much (some cost absolutely nothing) • A palooza is instigated or organized by parents but is quickly taken over by children • A palooza may involve a computer but never the TV • A palooza may use all varieties of arts and crafts • A palooza may secretly teach children (and parents!) a thing or two • A palooza is entertaining for the entire family • A palooza depends entirely on the inexhaustible creativity, ingenuity, imagination, and sense of fun of young minds This book contains 101 ideas for creating paloozas for children ages 3 to 12 wherever you are. Grouped according to interests and themes -- like art, drama, music, vacations, and birthdays -- and incorporating lots of extrapaloozas, fun facts for parent and child, and suggested additional reading for all ages, John's paloozas range from adopting your own soup can for a day to inventing your own secret language to establishing left-handed day or creating a self-portrait. A Lithgow Palooza! is an utterly unique collection of original activities guaranteed to transform any household from bored to bubbling with fun.