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Celebrate the timeless beauty of Japanese art with this lined journal, featuring a masterpiece by a renowned ukiyo-e artist. This lined, paperback journal from Tuttle Publishing features Morning Glories and Cricket (1843-47) from the series "A Compendium of Flowers of the Four Seasons" by Utagawa Hiroshige (1787-1858). Utagawa Hiroshige was one of the most prominent ukiyo-e artists. He is best...

Jelly Roll Sampler Quilts features five incredible quilt designs, each shown in two different colourways. It includes a 'pick-and-mix' quilt gallery that provides ideas for combining favourite blocks to create even more quick quilt designs. Learn how to make quick and easy sampler quilts using the world's favourite pre-cut fabric pack, the Jelly Roll! Jelly Roll Sampler Quilts is packed...

Detailed step-by-step lessons make it easy to create beautiful watercolour portraits! Japanese Style Watercolor Portraits takes you through each step of the watercolour portrait process, from sketching your subject to layering in the colours and rendering the fine details. Author Hiroko Shibasaki provides expert guidance on the best materials to use along with many insightful tips that every artist should...

A great story can lead a reader down a rabbit hole of discovery—especially if it's presented in two languages! Beautifully illustrated in a traditional style, Japanese Stories for Language Learners offers five compelling stories with Japanese and English language versions appearing on facing pages. Taking learners on an exciting cultural and linguistic journey, each story is followed by detailed translator's...

Here, beautifully illustrated and presented in both English and Japanese, are 12 of the best Japanese folktales—shared with generation after generation of Japanese children. These charming tales engage your imagination as you're carried on turtle-back rides, brought to the underwater palace of the dragon princess, and discover a temple with a "tea kettle" that is really a cunning badger in...

Asian art expert Dr. Patricia Graham guides readers through the aspects of Japanese art and design we've all come to appreciate—whether it's a silk kimono, a carefully raked garden path, or modern snack food packaging. From the ten key characteristics of Japanese design to the Shinto and Buddhist influences on its aesthetics, Japanese Design serves as a great resource for...

Across the Islamic world, illuminating Korans from Morocco to Malaysia, and adorning mosques, mausoleums, and palaces, are hidden some of the most exquisite geometrical devices ever conceived by man. In this excellent little book, geometer Daud Sutton unravels the mystery of Islamic patterns, explaining where they come from, how to draw them, and hinting at the Divine messages they encode....

It's amazing how 100 key words and phrases provide instant communication! Do you want to speak simple Korean but are too busy to study it? Are you visiting Korea for a short time and need a Korean phrasebook to help you communicate? If so, this Korean phrasebook is for you. Its tiny 0.4 x 4.1 x 5.9 inches size makes...

This diverse anthology of traditional tales from across the Indonesian archipelago includes short stories, origin myths, historical legends, poetry, diary entries, news reports, and dialogues. Each of the 20 stories is presented in parallel English and Indonesian versions on facing pages, making this a great resource for intermediate language learners. Although written in the Indonesian national language, the stories hail...

Human Body by DK is a highly illustrated, interactive, and educational activity book for children aged 8-12. Learn essential facts about the human body through interactive, educational activities, puzzles, and exercises. How many bones are there in the adult human body? How do your lungs work? What happens under your skin? Human Body covers all these questions and more. Filled...

Capture a sense of grandeur when you draw this diverse collection of mountain-dwelling animals and birds. Prolific author and artist Susie Hodge teaches you to transform simple shapes into a majestic grizzly bear, a graceful cougar, or a shy mountain hare in easy-to-follow stages. Choose from a shaggy yak, a cheeky marmot and much more. There are 28 different animals...

How to Draw: Manga Boys features 28 different characters, poses, and expressions, offering a dynamic selection of Manga-style male figures. Drawing boys is a very popular subject within the manga genre, and this book is perfect for anyone seeking to learn the basics of creating these delightful characters.

You too will be able to draw Magical Creatures and Mythical Beasts as Mark Bergin guides you through all the stages to the finished artwork. Remember, if you can see it or think it, you can draw it. How To Draw Fantastic Beasts provides clear and concise instructions, making it perfect for both beginners and more experienced artists. The book's...

A girl with grit, determination, passion, and a paintbrush can achieve amazing things! Whether working in his studio or out in the field, Japanese artist Hokusai had a constant companion — his youngest daughter, Eijo. Wherever they went, Eijo brought along her own bag of brushes and shared the same artistic brilliance and passion as her dad. Hokusai's Daughter tells...

This beautiful stationery set includes six prints by Katsushika Hokusai, the artist behind the world-famous "The Great Wave off Kanagawa." Hokusai lived and worked in what is now modern day Tokyo during the Edo Period. Blank inside for your own message, these cards are perfect to convey a heartfelt note for any occasion. Hokusai Prints Note Cards - 12 Cards...

Explore the wonders of the past in this stunning collection of over 160 historical artefacts, from Ancient Rome to the dynasties of China. Welcome to the museum. This rich and informative cabinet of curiosities beautifully displays objects of the ancient past. Wander from room to room to explore the magnificence of what civilisations have left behind over thousands of years...

Fold and fire aerodynamic paper airplanes dozens of feet into the air with this easy origami kit. High-Performance Paper Airplanes Kit presents a collection of realistic origami paper airplanes from well-known author and paper aviation expert Andrew Dewar. Dewar has spent decades perfecting the art of folding easy paper airplanes that both look great and fly well. This new series...

Herbert was a small dog who lived in Nelson by the sea. Everybody liked him, but the person who loved him most was Tim. One fine day, an excited Herbert set off with Tim's father on a boat, heading for their cottage in the Marlborough Sounds. However, the weather soon turned rough and Herbert was catapulted into the biggest adventure...

Renowned marine adventurer Dirk Pitt returns to stem a toxic outbreak. While investigating a toxic outbreak in the Caribbean Sea that may ultimately threaten the United States, Pitt unwittingly becomes involved in something even more dangerous – a post-Castro power struggle for the control of Cuba. Meanwhile, Pitt's children, marine engineer Dirk and oceanographer Summer, are on an investigation of...

With a Haynes Manual, you can do it yourself, from simple maintenance to full repairs. Every manual is based on a complete stripdown. Our authors and technicians work out the best methods to do a job and present this with the home mechanic in mind. Our manuals have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you're...

Great Lives in Graphics: Muhammad Ali is an illustrated retelling of Ali's life and sporting career, encompassing topics from the history of boxing to the Civil Rights movement in the US. You may already know that Muhammad Ali was one of the greatest boxers and sports personalities of all time—an Olympic gold medallist and three-time world heavyweight champion. But did...

Granny Square Fashion offers essential techniques and patterns for crafting 15 fashion-focused granny square garments and accessories. Discover how to create stunning cardigans, sweaters, waistcoats, and bags. The book guides readers through different methods of joining squares to complete their eye-catching garments. It is organised into two parts: beginning with beautiful designs, followed by showcasing various joining and finishing methods....

Gnomes to Crochet: 20 colourful crocheted gnomes to make, gift, and love, from best-selling author Val Pierce. Welcome to Val Pierce's world of amigurumi gnomes to crochet! Beginner-friendly, whimsical, and bursting at the seams with fun, these adorable gnomes are brilliant stash-busters and make thoughtful gifts your loved ones will cherish. Choose from 20 different projects for a range of...

Fun & Easy Origami Animals contains 19 beginner origami models that everyone loves and anyone can fold—and it comes complete with 20 sheets of high-quality origami papers. This is the ideal guide for someone who wants to explore the magic of origami for the first time—start turning two-dimensional paper into lifelike three-dimensional objects in only a few minutes. Voila! This...

A collection of super-flexible recipes that encourage confident, intuitive cooking, minimise food waste and show how you can create delicious home-cooked food day-to-day. Want to save time, money and energy by using up your existing food stocks rather than constantly grocery shopping and then struggling to use up leftovers? Here, Megan Davies shows how, by helping you develop intuition for...

'Chaotically witty illustrations will have little ones squealing with mirth' - The Evening Standard Elephants driving diggers? Gorillas on scooters? A shark in the bath? A kangaroo ... on the loo? Join in with the fun as an array of improbable creatures tries to be helpful (with hilarious consequences) in this laugh-out-loud picture book. Don't miss out on the other...

Nene Yashiro has made a pact with Hanako-san of the Toilet, aka Hanako-kun, to hold off the curse that has been placed on her. In exchange, she has to help him resolve the problems caused by the school's supernaturals, starting with rescuing her friend Aoi from the clutches of the Misaki Stairs, one of the infamous Seven Mysteries. Can they...

Force of Nature Te Aumangea o te Turoa, written by David Young and Naomi Arnold, is the inspiring history of New Zealand's oldest and most successful conservation organisation, Forest & Bird. It has been at the forefront of environmental protection for over 100 years, and to mark their centenary in 2023, this book was commissioned to document their remarkable history....

An inspiring guide to sketching and painting the world around you! Packed with practical tips and advice, Foolproof Sketching & Painting Techniques for Beginners shows you how to fill your sketchbook or watercolour pad with a variety of everyday items that catch your eye, such as: Kitchen items like cups, teapots, and silverware Toys like Rubik's Cubes and model cars...

Most of New Zealand's great business icons of the twentieth century have withered, disappeared or been swallowed by other firms. But a century after James Fletcher began his work in Dunedin in 1909, Fletcher Building continues to perform as one of New Zealand's largest and most trusted companies, with a significant international presence. Fletchers tells the story of how Fletcher,...

From a long-drop that demands binoculars to Caberfeidh in the Catlins where his father picked plums from the passing train, Richard Langston writes poems that return over and over to the land. Born to a Lebanese immigrant family in Dunedin, and a Country Calendar director by trade, he is constantly refreshing his acquaintance with the country he calls home. Somehow...

Ideal for encouraging babies and toddlers to join in with activities and introducing them to the joy of rhyme. Perfect for playgroups and nurseries, or with a parent or carer, this classic favourite will be sure to delight your child and ignite a love of sing-along songs. Five Little Ducks is suitable for ages 1 to 3. Selling Points: Featuring...

From the pindan red beaches of the Kimberley's west coast to the karri forests of southern Western Australia, Harry Fisher has cemented his reputation with a pair of tongs around the campfire. Combining his passion for the Aussie bush and great food, he's made it his mission to prove that camp cooking doesn't have to be dull cooking. Harry's campfire...

The Thomas Nelson NKJV Pew Bible Large Print Edition has long been a trusted and durable Bible for use in churches and various worship settings. This edition is published in large NKJV Comfort Print type, which was designed exclusively for Thomas Nelson to be the most readable at any size. The New King James Bible is one of the best-selling...

Fat Quarter: Toys is the latest addition to a fabulous series of stash-busting sewing books. There are 25 cute and colourful toys and games to make for young children, all from fat quarters or fabric scraps. Each project has clear step-by-step instructions and beautiful accompanying photography. There's a useful tools and techniques section for those who are new to sewing....

'A simply astonishing achievement. The quality, depth, emotional power and terrifying honesty of Alan Davies's story-telling take the breath away' Stephen Fry 'This hugely affecting book is brave, insightful and, at times, funny about things it is hard to be funny about' Jo Brand The story of a life built on sand. In the rain. In this compelling memoir, comedian...

Fat Quarter: Accessories is the latest title in the successful 'Fat Quarter' series. This title is packed with 25 stash-busting sewing projects, all made from fat quarters or fabric scraps and aimed at beginner to intermediate crafters. Each project has easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions accompanied by beautiful photographs of the finished pieces. Fat Quarter: Accessories also contains a comprehensive techniques section....

Factology: Space is a fact-packed introduction to astronomy presented in maps, timelines, diagrams, and statistics. Did you know that the planet Saturn's famous rings are made from individual ice chunks each about the size of a house? Blast through Earth's atmosphere on a mission to learn everything you need to know about our solar system and what lies beyond it!...

A big book full of puzzles and facts about the deadliest animals on the planet. Children will be fascinated to discover fearsome facts about the speed, claws and venomous jaws of the world's deadliest animals as they complete the fun puzzles in Deadly Animals Puzzle Book. Packed with information, the puzzles are also designed to encourage and develop key maths,...

Go back to when the Greek gods ruled the world, and the bravest heroes fought the deadliest monsters! Considered some of the oldest and most famous stories ever told, this great introduction to Greek mythology will allow you to travel to the top of Mount Olympus, the tallest mountain in Greece that served as the residence for the gods. Meet...

Factology: Dinosaurs is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics. Did you know that a Tyrannosaurus rex needed to eat the same amount each day as 80 people? Unearth a bygone world beyond imagination and come face to face with the dinosaurs that once ruled the planet. This visually stunning science...

Bungo Stray Dogs: Beast, Vol. 1 explores a path that could have been in the world of Bungo Stray Dogs. Ryuunosuke Akutagawa is infamous for being one of the Port Mafia's most dangerous members. But what if his past had turned out differently? When Dazai decides to pass on taking in an orphaned Akutagawa, the boy winds up being recruited...

Awesome Engines: Dig Dig Digging showcases diggers that are good at dig, dig, digging. They can work all day! This noisy, busy, bestselling book features fun rhyming text and bright, bold artwork. It is jam-packed with diggers, tractors, rubbish trucks, fire engines, cranes, and other favourite machines. Perfect for machine-mad little ones!

Want the granny look but too hip to be square? This is the book for you! Most granny square books offer patterns for squares (and only squares), in one size only, using many different stitches. Every Way with Granny Crochet offers 50 fab shapes to crochet, all using the classic 'granny' stitch. Think outside the box (or square, that is),...

Entrelac Knitting by Norwegian knitwear designers Heidi Eikeland and Mette Hovden offers a comprehensive, step-by-step introduction to entrelac knitting. This technique involves forming fabric by knitting textured, diamond-shaped blocks, resulting in a woven appearance unlike any other, and it is now easier than ever to master! The book features a selection of eye-catching, contemporary garments suitable for men, women, and...

The FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers, and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by a Glossary of Victorian and Literary terms produced for the modern reader. Jane Austen has great fun with this novel, teasing at the social mores...

Crafting is so much fun, but did you know that it can sometimes create excess waste that is not good for our planet? For this imaginative collection of projects, most of what you need is already in your recycling box, but for other supplies, there is a handy guide on what gets a planet-friendly thumbs up and what to avoid....

Dr Libby's The Calorie Fallacy is a groundbreaking book that challenges the very core of weight loss convention and dogma. It will turn everything you thought you knew about calories and diets on its head. How many of us have been told that if we burn more calories than we eat, weight loss will be inevitable? How many of us...

Join Gabby Girl and Pandy Paws on their cat-tastic adventures with this book and puzzle set! The Look and Find book features 7 fun scenes based on the animated show! Search for hidden objects and characters, then turn to the back of the book for more Look and Find activities. Build the 40-piece puzzle for an extra Look and Find...

Draw Manga is the complete guide to creating your own manga characters. Manga, a Japanese graphic novel and comic strip art form based on line drawings of characters noted for their highly stylised facial features, is one of the most popular forms of comic illustration today. This book is for anyone interested in drawing manga, from beginners who want to...

A fresh format for Quarry's best-selling 20 Ways to Draw a Dress and 44 Other Fabulous Fashions and Accessories, this delightful and compact volume features 500 inspirational illustrations, perfectly sized for drawing on the go! From dresses, gloves, and sunglasses to flats, belts, and swimsuits, Draw 500 Fabulous Fashions is an ideal companion for illustrators, cartoonists, doodlers, and anyone who...

Disney Princess Princess Lessons Little Sound Book is a delightful journey where young readers discover that there is something new to learn every day! Join beloved princesses Ariel, Moana, Tiana, Cinderella, and Rapunzel as they share important lessons, guiding children through captivating stories and valuable life insights. This interactive book invites readers to press 7 buttons that bring each enchanting...

Save the day with Spidey, Ghost-Spider, and Miles Morales as you search for hidden things in seven scenes! Then flip to the end of the book for even more Look and Find challenges. Concepts include counting, rhyming, shapes, and more! Preschoolers can search, point, match, and compare all on their own – no reading required! Look and Find play encourages...

12 sturdy board books feature early learning fun with Spidey, Miles, and Ghost-Spider! This take-along library comes in a carrying case with a plastic handle for easy transport and storage. Just-my-size pages are perfect for little hands and help lead to a lifelong love of reading. Share hours of early learning fun with your little one! Disney Junior Marvel Spidey...

Disney Encanto: Time to Shine Book and 5-Sound Flashlight Set by P I Kids and The Disney Storybook Art Team invites children to join Mirabel on a magical journey to save her home. Experience the adventure where Mirabel will do whatever it takes, including hugging her sister! With this Flashlight Adventure box set, young readers can shine the flashlight on...

Disney Baby Animal Stories My First Library Box Set contains 12 sturdy board books featuring stories and early learning fun with adorable baby animal friends like Simba and Bambi. Enjoy beloved characters from films such as The Lion King, Bambi, 101 Dalmatians, The Aristocats, Cinderella, Dumbo, Moana, and more! This portable library comes in a convenient carrying case with a...

Discovering Architecture

Every Friday night, the family has dinner with Grandma and Grandpa. They all join in making pizza, and over dinner, Grandpa often talks about the stars, especially around the time of Matariki. This is a heart-warming family story about togetherness, celebration, and coping with loss and change. Dinner with Grandpa by Gillian Torckler beautifully captures the essence of familial bonds...

A reissue of the second in the riveting Poldark saga, Demelza follows the journey of Demelza Carne, the impoverished miner's daughter Ross Poldark rescued from a fairground rabble, who is now his wife. The events of these turbulent years test their marriage and their love. Demelza's efforts to adapt to the ways of the gentry—and her husband—bring her confusion and...

DC Comics Year By Year New Edition is the most comprehensive guide to the history of DC Comics ever published - now fully updated. Embark on an amazing adventure through more than 80 years of DC Comics history! Explore the evolution of DC Comics from Superman first taking to the skies in 1938 to the Rebirth of the DC multiverse...

The FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers, and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by a Glossary of Victorian and Literary terms produced for the modern reader. David Copperfield is the story of a hard life endured, ultimately rewarded because...

What are the secrets of ornamentation? Why are curves important? How do you create an invisible repeat in a fabric or wallpaper pattern? In Curves: Flowers, Foliates & Flourishes in The Formal Decorative Arts, Lisa Delong demonstrates the time-honoured traditions of the use of curves and plant forms in the decorative arts. Packed with helpful diagrams and rare illustrations, this...

Using the Japanese art of amigurumi, learn how to crochet 20 cute heroes and heroines! Not only will they become beloved keepsakes, they will also celebrate the lives of icons such as Jane Austen, Frida Kahlo, Maya Angelou, Pablo Picasso, Muhammad Ali, and Bruce Lee. From World War 2 heroes such as Josephine Baker to talented musicians and actors including...

A collection of 30 beautiful designs for flower motifs inspired by decorative tiles from around the world. All of the patterns are written in US crochet terms with a handy table for the equivalent UK terms. Most of the motifs are square and crocheted from the centre out like a granny square. However, there are also round, octagon, and hexagon-shaped...

Crocheted Christmas features an array of festive decorations and ornaments to add handmade charm to your Christmas festivities. With this book, readers can create and deck the halls with handcrafted joy from a choice of 25 crochet projects and patterns. From dazzling tree decorations featuring presents and Christmas elves to jolly table ornaments with snowmen, reindeers, and angels, readers will...

Any wall is the perfect place for a display, whatever its size, shape or style. In this inspirational guide, Geraldine James, veteran collector of all things beautiful, shows you ways to organise and display your treasured collections to celebrate their uniqueness and your creativity. Collections of quirky items can illuminate a little corner, whereas a teenager’s bedroom will transform instantly...

Creative Calm is a book for those seeking soul enrichment and a more calming, gentle life through a creative practice. Written and illustrated by qualified art therapist Sandy Cousens, this holistic guide explores the various ways we can connect with our more creative selves and find peace and fulfilment in doing so. Touching on all areas of life, this guide...

The ultimate guide to woodworking: a complete guide to essential tools and key techniques plus 5 inspiring projects. Want to get into woodworking but don’t know where to start? Then this is the book for you. Designer-maker-teacher Chris Tribe walks you through the processes step-by-step, answering all your questions along the way. What tools do you need? How do you...

SHORTLISTED FOR THE LAUGH OUT LOUD BOOK AWARDS (LOLLIES) 2025 Comic Strip Science: Physics makes learning about the science behind forces, energy, and simple machines fun! Who says humans cannot fly? Human cannonballs definitely can. Unfortunately, though, a pair of forces soon drags them back to Earth. Meanwhile, find out why Dave is really not keen on powerful magnets and...

Find out about the science behind the solar system, the big bang, gravity, black holes, and much more with hilarious cartoon strips, facts, and diagrams. Each spread in this series features a short, funny comic strip that explains a process or aspect of science. Around the strip, diagrams and panels provide further information on the topic. They are a fantastic...

Enter a world of endless creativity and whimsy with this must-have guide to creating charming and decorative drawings! Transform your journals, cards, gifts, and place settings into a canvas of cuteness with adorable coloured pencil drawings. There's no need for expensive art supplies—these delightful doodles are brought to life with just 12 inexpensive pencils! The whimsical examples in Colored Pencil...

Coastal Fishes of New Zealand provides a comprehensive, informative, and up-to-date identification guide to the fishes likely to be encountered by New Zealand divers and fishers. Illustrated with 340 superb colour photographs of live fish in their natural habitats, this book includes all of New Zealand's common reef fishes, and also many of those that live in other habitats. Using...

Claude Monet Set of 3 Standard Notebooks features a collection of three A5, foiled notebooks with alternating lined and blank pages. Each notebook showcases a different beautiful design: Waterlilies, Bridge over a Pond of Water Lilies, and The Poplars. With a sturdy cover and rounded corners, they are perfect to be carried everywhere! Claude Monet was an extremely insightful and...

In the race to develop ever more powerful weapons, technology has become the new frontline in global terrorism. And when one of America's most cutting-edge defence contractors suspects a sleeper cell operating in its midst, the Firm reaches out to its most cold-blooded son. Bald's mission: kill the sleeper before they can smuggle top-secret weaponry into the hands of the...

Chip Carving is the art of removing small sections of wood from a single piece of timber, usually to form geometric patterns. Finished pieces can be very intricate and complex, but amazing results can be achieved surprisingly easily with the right guidance. Unlike many types of woodworking, chip carving requires very few tools, usually just two knives, and is a...

A handy cheat sheet of key Chinese grammar points in an at-a-glance, easy-to-carry format! Chinese Grammar Language Study Card is the perfect resource for reviewing the main grammar points that are needed to take the basic-intermediate HSK Levels or the AP test. The compact, portable format is invaluable for anyone wanting to quickly review or expand their knowledge of everyday...

Age range 5+ Chinese Children's Favorite Stories is a delightful selection of thirteen Chinese folktales as told by author-illustrator Mingmei Yip. Inspired by her beloved father's nightly storytelling when she was a child, Yip hopes that by retelling some of these thousand-year-old Chinese stories, she can pass along Chinese folklore and fables to international readers. These beautifully illustrated tales will...

Create your Japanese work of art with this new, comprehensive title on the intricate skill of Japanese netsuke carvings. Traditionally created for practical reasons, these fantastic, miniature carvings are now highly collectible works of art. Carving Japanese Netsuke for Beginners is packed with information on the history, techniques, tools, and skills needed to master the art. Written in an approachable,...

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