The complete library of all Cul de Sac cartoons and more! In addition to every Cul de Sac cartoon ever published, selections of Thompson’s pre-syndication Cul de Sac art are included in this affordable, paperback boxed set. Cul de Sac began newspaper syndication in September 2007 and ended in September 2012, when creator Richard Thompson…
The perfect companion for anyone struggling to keep their sense of humor while staring at a blank page, Skip to the Fun Parts offers next-to-zero creative advice, and is instead filled with cartoons, commiserations, and jokes about the creative process. Like you, syndicated cartoonist Dana Maier wants a creativity shortcut—a magical fairy who will both…
What if words could bend the universe, wrap it around a single soul? This original collection of poetry—extensive and exact, personal and public—seeks to do just that. Bending the Universe immerses readers in the beautifully, brutally honest poetry of Justin Wetch—an idealist disguised as a pessimist. Organized into five sections (Society, Love, Life, Personal, and…
A stunning collection of 140 short poems about growth and renewal from popular Australian poet Beau Taplin. Beautifully designed with several pieces to a page, Bloom offers a unique twist on age-old topics: love, grief, and learning from them.
"They say the last straw was when Jennifer Lopez asked Ben Affleck to tell her honestly, ‘Why do people always take an instant dislike to me?’ and he said, ‘It saves time.’" The bigger they are, the harder they fall . . . and the more they pounce on one another. That’s the message that…
“Garry Trudeau is the premier American social and political satirist of his time.” —Newsweek “Not since Thomas Nast has there been a more effective political and social cartoonist.” —Oakland Tribune Doonesbury has managed to be articulate, abrasive, political, compassionate, misunderstood, misprinted, and outrageous–but one thing it’s never been is complacent. Garry Trudeau’s creation has chronicled…
Providing comfort food and inspiration for the aspiring novelist, How To Write a Novel in 20 Pies offers novelist and writing coach Amy Wallen’s insider secrets on living the writing life. Filled with chapters about writing, revising, submitting to an agent, and book promotion, this book combines Wallen's experienced writing advice with the brilliant illustrations…
Feeling cornered at a wedding reception by gossipy guests? Stuck at a holiday party that lasts forever? This beautifully illustrated book is the ultimate funny, sometimes absurd guide to escaping those painfully awkward situations. Trapped in an airplane seated next to a chatterbox? Are you hosting a dinner party with people who just won't leave? Katie Vaz has the key…
New York Times Bestselling Property! The Magic Eye 25th Anniversary Book commemorates 25 years of delighting children and adults worldwide with its amazing 3D images. New York Times best-selling Magic Eye 3D optical illusions are back with all-new images. Through Magic Eye's patented 3D technology, viewers can find a full-color image on each page, with a smaller…
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING ILLUSTRATOR From the creator of Floriography and the Woodland Wardens Oracle Deck comes this beautifully illustrated exploration of the folklore, mythology, and history surrounding our favorite winged companions. Birds have inspired us since the dawn of time: their elegance in flight, captivating colors, and delicate mannerisms spark hope, joy, and delight. Cultures around…
(Hint: It’s the perfect gift for puzzlesmiths and comic lovers alike.) Answer: Sudoku Comic Digests from America’s favorite cartoonists and The Puzzle Society. This cranium-stretching compendium combines the nation’s most popular puzzling pastime, Sudoku, with John McPherson’s beloved funny page creation, Close to Home. Two hundred Sudoku puzzles are divided into five difficulty levels and…
What a long, strange strip it’s been! Doonesbury has managed to be articulate, abrasive, political, compassionate, misunderstood, misprinted, and outrageous—but one thing it’s never been is complacent. Garry Trudeau’s creation has chronicled American history and culture in a parallel universe. And through it all, Doonesbury has always been honest, entertaining, and way, way cool. “I…