New Releases by Mary Engelbreit

This authoritative book follows this amazing artist''s career from the moment she first set up shop through her early years as a developing talent and to her current status as the world''s premier illustrator. She has designed the 2002 Olympic Winter games poster. Illustrations. 192 p.

In the fourth installment of Words to Live By series, Mary Engelbreit turns her attention to teachers-those who teach inside the classroom and out. The result is sure to win high marks from educators and the rest of her fans. Strong memories of her own early school days coupled with a deep respect for the work teachers do every day has made teaches (and school children too, of course) frequent subjects of Mary''s artwork. "I guess it''s my little way of showing appreciation for a severely under-appreciated group," she says. As in the other Words to Live By books, Mary''s artwork is presented alongside inspirational quotes from famous writers, scholars, statesmen, and students-this time with words that pay tribute to the practitioners of this most noble profession. Teachers love Mary Engelbreit, and this book shows that the feeling is mutual.

The Classroom Collection focuses on reading, writing, and learning. Inside this edition you''ll find 12 education-themed prints perfect for the classroom, a student''s bedroom, or any room. As with the original edition, an inscription on the back of each poster offers a personal insight from Mary explaining her inspiration for the drawing. This is a perfect purchase for teachers or any Mary Engelbreit fan.

Mary Engelbreit, the "Queen of Everything, " has now become the queen of stationery items with this newly formatted address book. Inside you''ll find tabs from A to Z for alphabetizing all your important addresses and you will see Mary''s art used in a new, unique way!

Celebrated illustrator, veteran mother, and beloved daughter Mary Engelbreit has created a beautiful and poignant tribute to the one woman most deserving of our affection and gratitude-Mom! Motherhood has been an endless source of inspiration for Mary''s art since she joined the ranks of the weary but willing. Mothers are their children''s nurturers, heroes, booboo fixers, cheerleaders, confidantes, entertainers, and first loves. No one is as adept at depicting these many facets of motherhood as Mary Engelbreit. In this beautifully produced keepsake-with its cloth cover, gilded edges, quality paper, and ribbon marker-you''ll find excerpts from classic literature such as Little Women, contemporary prose from authors such as Alice Walker and Anna Quindlen, beloved songs and lullabies, and for the first time ever, the true story of Ann Estelle, including family photographs. Mary has liberally illustrated this treasury edition with never before published art. Every fan of Mary Engelbreit will want this classic for their own collection-and several extras for the mothers and grandmothers in their lives.

Engelbreit''s fresh ideas on fabric combinations are explored in this volume of easy-to-implement ideas and revolutionary decor makeovers. 110+ color photos present inspiring rooms and practical ideas.

Cont.: Family of Four ornaments; adorable ducky; playful border tree mat; giddyap stick horse; Night before Christmas pillow.

A collection of home decorating projects and craft ideas offers detailed instructions for more than forty projects for bedrooms, guest rooms, kitchens, porches, patios, and gardens.

Sweetest Heart is artist Mary Engelbreit''s beautiful homage to love, a collection of her charming artwork on this timeless subject. Mary divides this superb book into three specially theme d sections. The first section, entitled "Sweetie Pie," features artwork that reflects the innocence and magic of children discovering and expressing love to one another. The second segment, "Valentine, Be Mine," is a showcase of Mary''s gorgeous Valentine''s Day artwork, which is a particular favorite with her devoted fans. The final section, called "Still Falling in Love," captures the tender nature of mature love and commitment. It contains images that celebrate the loyalty and adoration visible in couples whose affections have withstood the tests of time. With page after page of Mary''s stunning signature illustrations, Sweetest Heart is certain to entrance book enthusiasts and romantics everywhere. It''s simply a wonderfully warm tribute to the dearest of human emotions.

Illustrates various ways to showcase rare books, souvenier tumblers, unusual clocks, original artwork, and other collectibles around the home.

Let Mary Engelbreit''s touching Christmas art work lead you to believe in the magic of this special time of year.

America''s most celebrated illustrator says that it''s the words and wisdom of others that have inspired many of her most adored pieces of art. "So many of my greeting cards, calendars, and drawings," says Mary Engelbreit, "illustrate thoughts or ideas from other people." "To Imagine Is Everything," "Life Is Just a Chair of Bowlies," and "Home Is Where the Heart Is" are just a handful of the well-known quotes on life that Mary has used to accompany some of her best-loved work. Mary Engelbreit''s Words to Live By gathers these pearls of wisdom in one keepsake book that her vast number of fans will want to give as gifts-and keep for themselves, too. This beautifully produced gift book offers Mary''s now-famous insights on living from her favorite writers and closest friends. Whether it''s a verse from scripture, the humorous insight of a child, folk wisdom from Mary''s friends, or a proverb from a place far, far away, the insights, inspirations, and illustrations in Words to Live By will capture the imagination of Mary''s fans everywhere.

The famous artist presents 30 different ready-to-color designs that can be completed with crayons, markers, and colored pencils. When the fun is over, the book''s cover fastens with a Velcro binder to become a portfolio.

Presents sixty project ideas for crafts for each season of the year.

The warmth and whimsy of Mary Engelbreit''s work is even better when shared with a friend-and When a Child Is Born, So Is a Grandmother is the perfect way to spread the joy. When a Child Is Born, So Is a Grandmother makes the perfect gift for the new grandmother or grandma-to-be. Illustrated by the one-and-only Mary Engelbreit and authored by Jan Girando, this book speaks to the very essence of the close bond that grandmothers will forever share with their precious grandchildren. Let Mom and Dad handle the discipline and the scolding and leave grandma to do the cuddling and the holding. One of the most popular pieces of art from America''s favorite illustrator is her "When a Child is Born, So Is a Grandmother" image. Featuring that well-known drawing as its centerpiece, this book illustrates the joy and excitement every grandmother feels when their precious grandchild arrives into the world.

Mary Engelbreit''s rendering of springtime''s finest hour creates an ode to Easter.

Explains how to build and display a collection of plates, and shows collections of fiestaware, lustreware, majolica, Depression glass, and transferware.

The first book in an enticing new series of home decorating books based on Mary Engelbreit''s successful Home Companion magazine, Paint helps readers create the unique Mary Engelbreit look in their own homes.Filled with sophisticaed, full-color photography and warm, personal text, Paint offers suggestions for decorating everything from walls, doors, and furniture down to the small treasures on an end table. The book includes vibrant examples of many different paint techniques from bordering to trompe l''oeil. Readers will find easy-to-follow instructions on "How It Is Done" for such paint creations as sponging, distressing, and stenciling. There is a color and pattern to meet every taste.

Features over 30 children''s crafting projects inspired by Mary Engelbreit''s motifs and sentiments. Research shows Mary Engelbreit designs are popular among children.

Mary Engelbreit fans know you don''t have to be a child to treasure the artist''s adorable paper dolls. Devoted adult collectors, in fact, clamor for Mary Engelbreit''s cut-out companions.Both books are designed with storage pockets that hold clothes after they''ve been cut out -- a unique feature for paper doll books. In addition, Mary Engelbreit presents other fun activities for kids within the books'' pages.

Journaling is a popular trend today as people realize the importance of the examined life. Acclaimed artist/author Mary Engelbreit enriches the journaling process with her line of deluxe writing journals. Exquisitely produced, each journal is printed in two colors throughout on high-quality linen paper and features attractive four-color endsheets, ribbon markers, and textured cases with four-color illustrations.

Journaling is a popular trend today as people realize the importance of the examined life. Acclaimed artist/author Mary Engelbreit enriches the journaling process with her line of deluxe writing journals. Exquisitely produced, each journal is printed in two colors throughout on high-quality linen paper and features attractive four-color endsheets, ribbon markers, and textured cases with four-color illustrations.

She''s witty . . . and Mary Engelbreit also is charming, nostalgic, playful, optimistic, and more than a bit irreverent. Now, Mary, herself, gives her readers a close-up look at her life and how she lives it. Her art and words are guideposts to all that is enduring, valuable, and important in our lives. Her richly detailed illustrations bring a sense of joy and a touch of nostalgia to everyday events.

Mary Engelbreit, Barbara Elliott Martin, and Charlotte Lyons collaborate on this fourth installment of the hugely successful "Home Companion" series. Designed to help parents create spaces that are as carefree and fun as the children who occupy them, "Mary Engelbreit''s Children''s Companion" provides a smorgasbord of ideas drawn from real kids'' rooms. Full color.

The warmth and whimsy of Mary Engelbreit''s work is even better when shared with a friend -- and Mary''s gift books from Andrews McMeel Publishing are the perfect way to spread the joy. This hot-selling line of 17 gift books includes titles covering friendship, marriage, birthdays, motherhood, and more.

Workman now publishes a separate full-color calendar catalog that includes detailed sales copy for all 1998 wall calendars, desk diaries. Page-A-Day "RM" calendars, and other calendar products. Calendar titles for 1998 are listed here also and, for your convenience, can be ordered through this catalog. Please see the order form for display information. In addition, calendars ship in August unless noted on the order form. If you have not already received a copy of the full-color calendar catalog, please call us at: 1-800-722-7202.

The warmth and whimsy of Mary Engelbreit''s work is even better when shared with a friend -- and Mary''s gift books from Andrews McMeel Publishing are the perfect way to spread the joy. This hot-selling line of 17 gift books includes titles covering friendship, marriage, birthdays, motherhood, and more.

Presents more than 80 fun-to-stitch projects made from Mary Engelbreit''s charming designs.

Dear Diary ... Whether to keep a simple record of their daily activities or record their innermost hopes and dreams, millions of people use diaries. These diaries from Mary Engelbreit have 228 ruled writing pages and lock up tight to keep private thoughts private.

The newest edition to Mary Engelbreit''s charming Little Books collection, Don''t Look Back is bursting with enthusiastic encouragement to help someone special through a time of transition. Full-color illustrations.