New Releases by Running Press

Top off the Easter basket and delight all your senses with this officially licensed PEEPS® gift book, chick-full of puns and colorful illustrations. PEEPS®—they’re just like us! They work out, they have fun with their friends, and they love to party, all with their favorite V-I-Peeps, of course. In this officially licensed and first-of-its-kind Peep-sake, discover dozens of puns paired with adorable and vibrant full-color illustrations that pop off the page in pastel. Anyone looking to spread springtime smiles and Easter cheer all year long can celebrate with this sweet little book featuring everyone’s favorite sparkle-coated, magical marshmallow treat.

Share the joy and magic of the Christmas season with this whimsical, dream-like board book while singing along to a Christmas classic, "Silent Night." Step into a snow-blanketed, wintery night in this beautiful, giftable board book. Featuring creatures great and small, kids and their parents will enjoy singing along to the words of "Silent Night" while they prepare to celebrate the Christmas season.

Introduce your littlest rocker to early concepts through the creativity of Janis Joplin in this fun and entertaining book that is perfect for the next generation of music lovers. Featuring eleven spreads pairing elements of Janis Joplin with simple words, this is the book for any Janis fan, young or old. Baby Janis teaches babies and toddlers a variety of nouns (heart, baby, half moon, pearl, tattoo, guitar, etc.).

Updated for 2020, readers can easily relive the course of American history through a detailed timeline, more than 50 vivid photographs and illustrations, information about each president''s term in office, and the major political issues of each era.

''Tis the season to be jolly with this new, festive board book featuring a timeless, favorite Christmas carol. Deck the halls with boughs of holly and share the joy of Christmas with your entire family in this beautiful rendition of a classic Christmas carol. Possibly part of a new series of board books for young ones to sing along with each holiday season, this book will be full of bursts of color and sweet, furry creatures that help herald in the holiday season.

Get out your blue suede shoes. It''s time to rock n'' roll! Smooth hair. Rough sideburns. Long jumpsuit. Short lei. Celebrate the King of Rock n'' Roll with little ones in this vibrant, playful, and fun board book.

Do you have a little Pisces, Taurus, Leo, or Sagittarius in your house? How do they fit within their zodiac sign? This is the first board book to introduce young babies and toddlers to the signs in the horoscope, with a space to personalize your little one''s birthday and sign on the final spread. This is sure to speak to parents who want to make sure their kids don''t enter Kindergarten without a well-rounded understanding of all things celestial and mystical.

A fun, magnetic twist on the classic candy heart candies This kit includes: 20 heart-shaped magnets in assorted colors featuring fun expressions ranging from the sweet to the sassy 16-page full-color mini book including die-cut, conversation heart stickers

Explore the stars and well-known constellations with your baby or toddler in this delightfully illustrated star-filled board book. Introduce your little stargazers to the wonders of the cosmos with this charming and whimsical constellations board book. From Ursa Major and Leo to Cassiopeia and Taurus, little ones will soon be able to pick out some magical animals and people in the night sky. Each spread includes a delightfully illustrated picture of a constellation, complete with its major stars and the constellation''s name in both English and Latin. The perfect addition to bedtime books along with a healthy dose of inspiration for the littlest stargazers.

Introduce your littlest rocker to the magic and creativity of David Bowie in this delightful book in the new Baby Rocker board book series. Shiny lightning bolt. High boots. Spiky hair. Celebrate all that iconic musician David Bowie is about with your toddler in this fun, fantastical, and playful new book. Perfect for any Bowie fan, young or old, this book is sure to provide read-aloud fun with the pairing of iconic Bowie items and looks with simplified text. At the end of the book, put on your shoes and best costume because it''s time to dance with Baby Bowie and friends!

Introduce your littlest rocker to the glamour and theatricality of KISS in this delightful book in the Baby Rocker board book series. Black-and-white face paint. White lights. Pink tongue. Orange fireworks. Celebrate all that encompasses the rock group KISS with your young toddler in this fun, fantastical, and playful new board book. Perfect for the KISS fan, young or old, this book is sure to provide read-aloud fun with the pairing of iconic KISS items with simplified text. At the book''s end, get ready to rock n'' roll all nite with Baby KISS and their baby friends!

A classic tale of bravery and faith in this inspiring retelling of a timeless Bible story. A long time ago, there was a giant named Goliath, who even the toughest soldiers were afraid to fight. But one young boy, David, was very brave, and he found the courage to stand up to Goliath. Armed with only his slingshot and his faith in God, David defeated Goliath and brought peace to his people. Share the classic, remarkable tale of David and Goliath with young ones in the third book of this delightful series. With stunning art by Helen Dardik and simplified text for little readers, The Story of David and Goliath is sure to become a perennial favorite for families.

A one-of-a-kind talking collectible of the wizarding world''s most beloved free elf, Dobby! Kit includes: 3-inch polyresin figure of Dobby, mounted on a base. He speaks several memorable lines from the Harry Potter films at the push of a button. 48-page book full of quotes and full-color photography

Give the gift of good fortune -- to yourself or a friend -- with a beautiful, cross-cultural symbol of luck and goodwill: the collectible raised-trunk elephant. Kit includes: 3" tall, uniquely designed ceramic elephant with trunk raised in the traditional good luck pose 32-page illustrated book of elephant lore and fun facts about these majestic creatures

The Princess Bride Talking Book features an interactive molded plastic book that opens to play 15 of the movie''s unforgettable quotes, from "Inconceivable!" to "My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die." The kit also comes with a 32-page mini book that highlights classic quotes and film stills from The Princess Bride.

An adorable keepsake for young children and fans of all ages of Where the Wild Things Are, one of the most highly acclaimed, award-winning and bestselling children''s books of all time. Kit includes a mini plush figurine of Max, a removable paper crown to top off Max''s costume, and 16-page book of stickers featuring full-color artwork from the original Maurice Sendak book.

The world''s most popular female super hero returns to the big screen in Wonder Woman. This kit captures the huge audience for the enduring icon of empowerment for girls and women of all ages. It includes a 3 ¿” Wonder Woman figure featuring audio of 10 different motivational phrases, plus a 48-page book titled The Wonder Woman Way, complete with full-color artwork.

This officially-licensed kit includes everything you need to play your own version of desktop Skee-Ball. Skee-Ball is one of the most recognized and iconic games in the arcade world. This officially-licensed kit includes a mini-size Skee-Ball machine (with three pieces that snap together), 5 balls, and a 32-page illustrated book on how to play the game. It''s a must-have desktop version of the classic game!

Updated for 2013, readers can easily relive the course of American history through a detailed timeline, more than 50 vivid photographs and illustrations, information about each president''s term in office, and the major political issues of each era.

Appealing to fans from pre-school on up, this kit includes a light-up mini replica of the famous Berenstain Bears abode—a cozy-looking tree house. It also comes with a 32-page book on the Berenstain Bears, featuring full-color illustrations.

Bring the excitement of rugby right to your desktop with this fun miniature set. This mini kit includes everything you need to play the game--a goal, ball, tee, flag, and mini pair of boots. Also included is a 32-page book on the history and rules of the game.

AMC''sThe Walking Dead tells the story of Rick Grimes and his band of survivors living in the gruesome aftermath of a zombie apocalypse. This deluxe kit includes a one-of-a-kind blood globe, featuring a scene of walkers. When the globe is shaken, it fills with fake “blood.” The kit also includes a 32-page book with quotes and images from the show.

A guide to the great families and major houses of the "Game of Thrones" universe details the family trees, history, character profiles, allegiances, and house sigil of each.

Bazinga! The Big Bang Theory has continued to dominate as one of the most popular comedy series on TV today. Now fans can celebrate their love for network TV''s #1 show with this must-have kit. Included in this kit is a shot glass, an iron- or sew-on patch, two full-color magnets, and a 32-page book of iconic quotes and images from the beloved show. Big Bang Theory fans will love it!

One-of-a-kind Game of Thrones collectible commemorating the Three-Eyed Raven. Kit includes: 3 ¿" Three-Eyed Raven statue 64-page book on The Sight featuring full-color series photography throughout

An Outlander officially-licensed, mini-size mortar and pestle set. Based off the New York Times bestselling series that has millions of fans worldwide, Outlander has quickly established itself as TV''s favorite new period drama. Included in this kit is a mini-size mortar and pestle set-just like the one Claire uses to help heal the sick-and a 32-page book of quotes and images from the TV show.

Plants vs. Zombies™ is the wildly popular video game where players defend their home from a zombie mob with an arsenal of zombie-zapping plants. In our second Plants vs. Zombies mini kit, fans can collect one of the most popular characters—the Sunflower. This unique component lights up and plays the credit song from the game! Kit also includes an illustrated 32-page book of plant profiles.

What the Fox? This humorous kit includes a sassy-talking fox figurine—just give him a squeeze and he says “What the fox”? The perfect companion for our texting generation, he''s a fun stand-in for when choice words are needed. Also included is an illustrated mini book featuring the fox and his woodland friends, living in a text-savvy world.

A new spin on the classic video game, Space Invaders Bowling brings out-of-this-world fun to your desktop. Including a light-up “laser” disk, ten glow-in-the-dark alien pins, game mat, spinner, and 32-page illustrated book, you can compete against your friends to save the world from the alien invasion.