New Releases by Michael Hague

Ring in the holiday season with this deluxe edition of Michael Hague''s beautifully illustrated collection of Christmas carols! Michael Hague captures the magic of Christmas in this beautifully illustrated treasury of classic Christmas carols. Relive the spirit, wonder, and joy of holidays gone by in a winter wonderland filled with adorable animals and seasonal traditions. This heartwarming book will become a family favorite to be treasured year after year. This deluxe edition includes a fully flocked, rich red cover, select stanza lyrics to the songs with a descriptive note about each, a bookplate, marker ribbon, and eight pages of perforated ornaments and gift tags.

Michael Hague is an American illustrator and writer, primarily of children''s fantasy books. He has illustrated such classics such as The Wind in the Willows, The Wizard of Oz, The Hobbit and the stories of Hans Christian Andersen. He is renowned for the intricate and realistic detail he brings to his work, and the rich colors he chooses. A horrifyingly beautiful vampire story, this lavishly illustrated adventure starts on the streets of 1920s London and ends at the gates of Hell. A horrifyingly beautiful vampire story, this lavishly illustrated adventure starts on the streets of 1920s London and ends at the gates of Hell. Writer Jonathan Meeks is captivated by the story of Dracula. On a quest for immortality, to discover if there is truth at the heart of the vampire myth, Meeks discovers there is far more truth in fiction.

Michael Hague''s beautifully illustrated, best-selling classic collection of traditional prayers, with verses that are familiar, comforting, and appropriate for even the youngest child. Sure to become a family treasure.

Ten lively little bears just can''t stay out of trouble! A classic counting book.

Legendary fantasy illustrator Michael Hague takes readers on a strange and fantastic journey in Eye of Newt. As a young wizard''s apprentice, Newt, embarks on a wonderful and perilous quest through the mysterious Netherworld and beyond, he learns a dark secret that could shape his entire destiny! A fabulous and non-stop adventure, EYE OF NEWT bears the hallmarks of classic storytellers like C.S. Lewis and illustrators such as Arthur Rackham. A treat for fans of the art and act of fantasy storytelling.

Having narrowly survived their quest and its dangers, our heroes appear to have run out of luck when they find themselves trapped with no avenue of escape from the dragon''s attack! It looks like certain deathbut rescue comes in a most unexpected form.

The imaginative genius of Michael Hague weaves an unforgettable myth of sorcerers and dragons! As the wizard''s apprentice Newt continues his trek through the Netherworld, he finds magical clues to solve the mystery that is his fate! * From the renowned illustrator of _The Tale of Peter Rabbit_ and _The Hobbit_!

Inimitable illustrator Michael Hague creates a marvelous tale of high fantasy! Newt, a young wizard''s apprentice, begins the trials to become a full-fledged wizard! His adventure leads him through the Netherworld, a magical realm filled with creatures both wondrous and frightful! * From legendary illustrator Michael Hague! * For fans of _The Hobbit_!

As a young apprentice wizard embarks on a perilous quest, he encounters marvelous creatures of all shapes and sizes, and learns a dark secret that could shape his entire destiny! * Gorgeously illustrated! * For fans of _The Hobbit_!

Michael Hague has long believed in magic -- the magic of unicorns. For years, his classic unicorn illustrations have sparked our imaginations, showcasing this mythical creature and its enchanted world. Here, Hague''s paintings are brought together in one handsome volume and matched with excerpts from stories, poems, and legends to create a wondrous world of beauty and nostalgia. This dramatic presentation will transport you to the farthest reaches of your own imagination, and inspire you to share the magic with generations to come.

Youll find twenty-two of Michael Hagues illustrations in this coloring book. They are shown as small reproductions on the inside front and back covers. When you color in these pictures, you might want to copy his colors, or you might decide to use your own. The last page of this book is blank so that you can draw and color your own picture. Think about what fairies might like to do in your backyard or neighborhood, and try to show that in your picture.

¿Open this grave for me.¿ The voice made Kate¿s bones cold with fear. ¿You¿ve trespassed on my grave, and now you must obey me.¿ If only Kate hadn¿t stepped on that freshly dug grave one fateful, chilly evening! When an unearthly voice commands her to dig up his coffin, suddenly she cannot refuse. But the worst is yet to come: This dead man hungers for blood, and Kate is powerless to prevent the evil that is about to take place . . . . Or is she? Celebrated artist Michael Hague has crafted his most evocative full-color watercolor paintings to date in this spellbinding retelling of an Irish folktale about a brave and clever young heroine -- a riveting read for seasoned ghost-story fans.

A companion to The Book of Dragons contains fairy illustrations as they appeared in a host of children''s and fantasy stories, from Andersen''s Thumbelina to Christina Rosetti''s Goblin Market and James Barrie''s Lock-out Time. Reprint.

For players of golf croquet of varying levels and their coaches. Looks at tactical principles and playing techniques, tactical problems and their solutions and a diagram of court for simulated play.

This pocket-size edition of "The Nutcracker" captures the magic of the original story with an array of enticing illustrations. In "The Nutcracker," Michael Hague''s show-stopping artwork brings the excitement of this festive holiday story to life. The timeless appeal of this classical Christmas tales in this visually stunning mini edition is a glorious tribute to the most magical night of the year.

" Que font les fées la nuit pendant que nous dormons ? " " Ferme les yeux, et je te dirai tout ce que je sais d''elles ! " répond Maman. Ainsi commence un fabuleux voyage au pays des fées qui racontent des histoires aux animaux le soir, dessinent de grands arcs-en-ciel les jours de pluie, dansent tout l''été... et accueillent les enfants au merveilleux pays des rêves.

A selection of classic nursery rhymes.