Best Selling Books by Thomas Kinkade

What I paint touches on foundational life values. Home, family, peacefulness. And one of the messages I try to constantly get across is slow it down and enjoy every moment." --Thomas Kinkade Thomas Kinkade sold more canvases than any other painter in history-more than Picasso, Rembrandt, Gauguin, Monet, Manet, Renoir, and Van Gogh combined. Thomas Kinkade, the celebrated Painter of Light, is the most widely collected artist in the world. His tranquil, light-infused paintings affirm the basic values of family, home, faith in God, and the beauty of nature. To commemorate the 25th anniversary of Thomas Kinkade''s first published work, Thomas Kinkade: 25 Years collects more than 150 of his most beloved paintings, personal mementos, and unpublished artworks to create a stunning, lavishly produced retrospective of his unprecedented career. Inside the book''s pages, Thomas Kinkade''s luminous images of lighthouses and seascapes mingle with his magnificent landscapes, quaint villages, and inviting front porches to illustrate a story of personal and professional growth. Each chapter begins with an introduction chronicling a milestone in Thomas Kinkade''s life and artistic development, followed by beautiful, full-color reproductions of some of his favorite paintings. Exclusive photographs, family mementos, and never-before-seen unpublished artworks document Thom''s life like a personal scrapbook, from childhood through his formative years as a student, to his present status as America''s most beloved artist. No other book has given his legions of fans such an up close and personal look at his life. Thomas Kinkade received numerous accolades for his works on and off the canvas, including multiple National Association of Limited Edition Dealers (NALED) awards for Artist of the Year, Graphic Artist of the Year, and nine awards for Lithograph of the Year. NALED also heralded Thomas Kinkade as the Most Award Winning Artist in the Past 25 Years. He commemorated a number of important milestones in American heritage, including the Salt Lake City 2002 Olympic Winter Games, the 2002 World Series, and Disneyland''s 50th anniversary. He was also involved in a number of nonprofit organizations focusing on children, humanitarian relief, and the arts.

Provides a retrospective of two decades of inspirational artwork, tracing the various periods in Thomas Kinkade''s career, from his earliest days to his rise to critical and commercial success.

America''s most collected living artist reveals how the creative process can provide a path to greater awareness.

A collection of poems by Robert Louis Stevenson and others which reflect the joys of childhood, accompanied by Bible verses.

Thomas Kinkade, the Painter of Light, has a magic touch. His paintings are warm, inviting, and inspiring masterpieces. In Friends for Life by Thomas Kinkade, the talented artist combines some of his most heartwarming works with thoughts on lifelong friendship. This endearing book features Thomas Kinkade''s art paired with inspirational quotes from the artist himself and others such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, George Eliot, and Martin Luther King Jr. Copyright (c) 2005 Thomas Kinkade The Thomas Kinkade Company, Morgan Hill, CA

More than 20 full-color paintings of nostalgic, heartwarming scenes accompany ''Thomas'' rich, reflective text. In this personal glimpse into the artist''s life, you''ll discover his thoughts on living, including keeping perspective and creating balance.

"Give yourself a perk. Condition yourself for joy by doing little things that you love on a regular basis." Thomas Kinkade is America''s most collected living artist. Each of the tranquil, light-infused paintings he creates is a quiet messenger, affirming the basic values of family, home, faith, and the luminous beauty of nature. Thomas Kinkade''s paintings and his own words, as well as the words of Shakespeare, Keats, Wordsworth, and others, create a breathtaking gift book that is a jubilant celebration of beauty and joy. Kinkade points out that sources of joy can be found everywhere in the simple gifts life presents, such as the handshake of a friend, the caress of a warm breeze, or the sights and sounds of creation. He reminds readers that "Once you begin looking, you may be surprised to discover just how much joy your world has to offer." Copyright 2005 Thomas Kinkade, The Thomas Kinkade Company, Inc., Morgan Hill, CA

"My mission as an artist is to capture those special moments in life adorned with beauty and light. I work to create images that project a serene simplicity that can be appreciated and enjoyed by everyone. That''s what I mean by sharing the light." --Thomas Kinkade Collectors and fans worldwide were awed by Thomas Kinkade''s mastery of capturing the beauty and warmth of light in subjects as varied as windswept seas, majestic mountains, idyllic meadows, peaceful forest glens, cozy cottages, quaint villages, and inviting front porches. It earned him the nickname "The Painter of Light" and made him America''s most widely collected artist. On their own, his tranquil, luminous paintings affirm the basic values of family, home, faith in God, and the beauty of nature. Here, they are displayed with heartwarming and inspirational thoughts and sentiments for an experience that is profoundly moving and uplifting.

The fifth book in this series, "Just Around the Bend" shares Kinkade''s painted images of scenic paths, stone walkways, forest trails, and winding roads. His stories of exploration welcome friends, family, and fans to share his adventurous spirit. (July)

Elbert Hubbard once said, "The teacher is one who makes two ideas grow where only one grew before." True for teachers and students, and true, in a way, for Thomas Kinkade, the well-known painter-communicator who cultivated two ideas-his evocative paintings and the wisdom of teaching-until they grew into a single successful tribute to teachers of all kinds. A Teacher''s Gift does an outstanding job of recognizing the value that teachers bring to us all. Whether they work in a formal educational setting, befriend a relative, or mentor a coworker, teachers make a lasting impact on the world. Thomas Kinkade-perhaps with a nod toward his own teachers-uses his paintings to illustrate this collection of thoughts and inspirations from great writers, thinkers, and philosophers, including Benjamin Franklin, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Doris Lessing, Plato, Einstein, and many others. The artist even passes on some teaching wisdom of his own along the way. The combination of these great quotations and Thomas Kinkade''s calm and reflective scenes naturally puts the reader in a quiet and serene mood, perfect for recalling teachers of their own and the difference they''ve made.

Renowned artist Thomas Kinkade''s Lighted Path Collection invites readers on a visual journey into more than 20 enchanting and softly colored gardens. Gentle blossoms, babbling brooks and latticed gazebos promise refreshment of the spirit. Quotations from favorite authors such as Jane Austen, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, and John Donne further entice us to venture beyond the garden gate in this lovely gift book.

Paintings of outdoor scenes accompanied by quotations from various authors.

Proclaiming the glory of God, Kinkade takes readers on a drive to the country and the sea by featuring inviting houses of worship and spectacular lighthouses among natural sanctuaries radiant with creation''s splendor in a variety of seasons. With text carefully selected to match the artwork, "It Is Well with My Soul" invites readers to center their lives and hearts in God''s presence.

Kinkade''s paintings accompanied by quotations and excerpts from various authors.

The lighthouse remains one of civilization''s strongest symbols. Through its image of light and strength are projected some of our most cherished values: hope, direction, steadfastness, duty, reliability, comfort, and home. Artist and author Thomas Kinkade knows this powerful symbolism well, and he captures it through his latest collection of paintings and inspiring thoughts, Beacons of Light. ". . .(E)ven in times of darkness and doubt, there are always bastions of hope and beacons of light to guide us," Mr. Kinkade writes. "For some, the light is powerful friendship, for others, a strong family, and for many, the guiding light comes from an unshakeable faith in God." These are the thoughts and sentiments that flow forth from Beacons of Light. Thomas Kinkade''s majestic and light-filled paintings combine with inspiring quotations from many of history''s greatest thinkers for memorable impact in this heartwarming volume. Louisa May Alcott, T. S. Eliot, James Allen, Emily Brontë, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Edith Wharton, and Thomas Kinkade himself are but a few of the many sources lending voice to Beacons of Light. Their effect-when matched with the artist''s windswept seas, rugged architecture, and life-sustaining beams of light-is uplifting and inspirational. This keepsake book will be a warm and welcome addition for any Thomas Kinkade collector and will make the perfect gift for a variety of occasions. Fifteen books now highlight Thomas Kinkade''s work. Among them, The Light of Christmas has sold 30,000 copies; Family Traditions, 54,000 copies; and A Book of Joy, 67,000 copies.

Whether he''s a proud new father or a man enjoying his grandchildren, any dad will be touched by this new Little Book from Thomas Kinkade. Kinkade''s majestic artwork complements his own advice and quotations by others on the joyous experience of being a father.

From luminous lighthouses and frothy seascapes to candlelit villages and welcoming front porches, Thomas Kinkade, the renowned Painter of Light, selects 20 of his most beloved paintings for this unique poster collection. Each poster is sized at 14 x 11 inches--a standard frame size--and printed in full color on its own page of frame-suited paper stock. A special gummed binding edge ensures that each image can be easily and cleanly removed from the book. As testament to his artistry, Kinkade''s artwork can be found inside more than 12 million homes in the United States alone. He has garnered numerous accolades for his works including multiple National Association of Limited Edition Dealers (NALED) awards, including Artist of the Year, Graphic Artist of the Year, and nine awards for Lithograph of the Year. NALED also recognized Kinkade as the Most Award Winning Artist in the Past 25 Years. Thomas Kinkade (c) 2011 Thomas Kinkade

Reward yourself with simple pleasures and experience a heightened sense of romance. Thomas paintings and words invite readers to savor moments of joy and invest time and energy into making activities more vivid and memorable.

Thomas Kinkade''s luminous paintings illustrate his and others'' inspirational words on the power of faith. This beautiful Little Book is the perfect gift for those who cherish their faith.

Becoming a parent is a blessing that forever changes lives. Filled with Thomas Kinkade artwork and quotes from notable writers, this Little Book commemorates the miracle that comes with having a child.

Now you can color along with the master, Thomas Kinkade, Painter of Light. And what could be better than coloring these paintings with the timeless magic of classic Disney stories and their captivating characters? In this unique coloring book, sixty-three paintings from Thomas Kinkade''s Disney Dreams Collection are presented in color across from the black line art of the same image. Enter the world of the Painter of Light as you create your own renditions of these paintings inspired by classic Disney movies, including The Jungle Book, Lady and the Tramp, Sleeping Beauty, and many more.

Countless fans of Thomas Kinkade''s artwork have longed for a peek behind the trademark glowing windows of his country cottages and Victorian mansions. The Painter of Light invites readers to step into his paintings and discover the wonderful secrets inside. Full-color illustrations.

Paintings of outdoor scenes accompanied by prayers and quotations about prayer from various authors.

Thomas Kinkade believes in the transforming power of light, and believes that freedom casts the greatest, purest light of all. Filled with inspiring quotations and Kinkade''s art, this Little Book offers hope-filled patriotism.

One of America''s best-loved artists, Thomas Kinkade is known as the "Painter of Light¿." In his new book Family Traditions, Kinkade''s beautiful paintings complement his own words and those of other great writers and thinkers, including Margaret Mead, Ben Franklin, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, to celebrate the bonds and traditions of family. Families keep us grounded with subtle reminders of our heritage and, at the same time, serve as a springboard to help us embark on new adventures. Our families provide love, support, and strength. Whatever our family tree looks like, Family Traditions recognizes the unbreakable ties and irreplaceable relationships we share with these special people in our lives, and reminds readers to "Make home a priority in life. Invest time and energy in creating a warm refuge for yourself and your family, a place where everyone can feel nurtured and cared for, safe and protected, free to be exactly who you are" (Thomas Kinkade).

No holiday has the power to captivate our senses or dominate our memories quite like Christmas. And perhaps no contemporary artist has the power to captivate our imaginations quite like Thomas Kinkade. His tranquil, light-infused paintings evoke a world where love, faith, family, and home provide guiding lights for life. In this enchanting book, Kinkade''s luminous paintings are accompanied by inspired and joyful words about Christmas from some of history''s greatest writers, poets, and thinkers. The Light of Christmas will shine as a family tradition for years to come.

A poignant reminder of the blessings life holds, this gift book features the enchanting paintings of Thomas Kinkade with accompanying quotations on the bounty of God''s gifts.

Thomas Kinkade has always cherished the qualities that make America great. The Painter of Light radiantly imbues each piece of his art with tranquillity, love, faith, and family—all attributes of this great nation that has clung together through thick and thin. Now, in Let Freedom Ring, Kinkade has paired some of his most poignant paintings with magnificent words of freedom. The words of notable men and women from George Washington to Abraham Lincoln to John F. Kennedy to Katherine Lee Bates add an even greater inspirational touch to Kinkade''s glorious art. Copyright 2005 Thomas Kinkade, The Thomas Kinkade Company, Inc., Morgan Hill, CA

Inspired by the artistic vision of world-renowned landscape painter Thomas Kinkade—and imbued with the light of his uplifting message—this heartwarming novel introduces us to the quaint town of Cape Light, and those who call it home… Nestled in New England is the picturesque seaside hamlet of Cape Light, where everyone knows everyone, and folks still care about one another. But Cape Lighters have their share of hidden dreams, desires, and doubts, too. Like Mayor Emily Warwick, who sometimes feels that her job and her identity are inseparable, and her sister and rival, Jessica, who has torn herself away from the big city’s excitement and sophistication to come home and care for their ailing mother. Or Reverend Ben, who counsels and consoles an entire town while coming to grips with his own private sorrows, and Charlie, the owner of the local diner, who isn’t shy about letting the mayor know that he is after her job. They are friends and neighbors, doers and dreamers. They laugh and love and build their lives together in the town of Cape Light—and they will work their way into your heart...

Beautiful paintings by Thomas Kinkade and collected words of wisdom celebrate mothers in this charming gift book. A memorable gift for any mom, this book will be available just in time for Mother''s Day.

Nearly half a million gift–givers have brought the light of Christmas into the heart of someone special with Thomas Kinkade’s I’ll Be Home for Christmas. This new, more compact, caseside–printed edition will appeal to the more price–conscious admirers of America’s beloved “Painter of Light®.” More than 20 of Kinkade’s radiant Christmas paintings—favorites from the Victorian Christmas and Home for the Holidays series—are highlighted by stories, quotes, poems, and carols that evoke the spirit of the season. From elegant white sparkles woven throughout snow–covered treetops...to colorful, glittering lights decorating a Victorian gingerbread house...to a tree shimmering with candles and framed in a glowing window...this very special book will fill heart and home with Christmas dreams and memories.

Drawing from interviews and over 1,000 letters he has received, Kinkade relates how people have been touched by his paintings.

Stunning paintings of locales across the varied landscape of the United States grace the pages of Thomas Kinkade''s Sea to Shining Sea. His personal reflections about each work of art combine with selections from classic novels, memorable quotations, and snippets from literary travel books to satisfy the inquisitive bent of the armchair tourist.

This moving novel in Thomas Kinkade and Katherine Spencer''s New York Times bestselling Cape Light series takes us back to the tightly knit community on the New England coast that has captured our hearts… Now that the Cape Light election is over, Mayor Emily Warwick can finally focus on her burgeoning relationship with Sara—the daughter she gave up for adoption twenty years ago. Seeing her after all these years has stirred up some conflicting feelings for Emily. While she is grateful to have Sara back in her life, she can’t help but regret their years apart. Typically she would turn to Reverend Ben for guidance, but turmoil within his own family has inspired a crisis of faith for the minister, making him question whether he is qualified to counsel his congregants. And then there’s the fact that Emily is slowly falling for newspaper publisher Dan Forbes, who’d been all set to leave for an extended sailing trip until an accident dashed his plans—giving him and Emily more time to develop their bond. But with two grown children of his own, would Dan ever want to start another family? Emily hopes so—because she’s eager for a second chance at life...

Celebrate the timeless charm of iconic Disney characters and stories with a brand-new Disney Dreams coloring book by Thomas Kinkade Studios. This coloring book is sure to delight Disney fans of all ages and inspire hours of creativity. The 45 images include beloved Disney characters and movies, from Mickey Mouse to Maleficient, Pinnochio to Frozen. Each image was created from the Disney Dreams Collection of paintings by the Thomas Kinkade Studios and is presented in color across the page from the exceptionally detailed black line art of the same image. Celebrate Disney''s 100 year legacy by recreating captivating artwork. Perfect for any Disney lover and budding artist! 7.25" x 9.5" closed Soft cover 96 pages Full-color art of image opposite black line art to color Uncoated paper suitable for crayons, colored pencils, and gel pens (c) Disney

Paintings of outdoor scenes accompanied by quotations and poetry from various authors.