2019 Holiday catalog

THE CRAYONS' CHRISTMAS
Drew Daywalt with illustrations by Oliver Jeffers

A brand-new Crayons book from the #1 New York Times-bestselling duo just in time for the holidays, featuring letters, games, ornaments, a poster, and even a pop-up Christmas tree. Ages 3 to 7.

[Penguin Workshop]
9780525515746
$19.99

JUST IN CASE YOU EVER WONDER
Max Lucado with illustrations by Eve Tharlet

Lucado assures children that as they grow and change, in both good and bad times, their parents—and their heavenly Father—will always be on their side. Ages 3 to 7.

[Thomas Nelson]
9780718075385
$17.99

MR. NOGGINBODY GETS A HAMMER
David Shannon

In a satisfyingly silly and subversive take on a familiar parable, Mr. Nogginbody arrives at a gentle awakening after snagging his toe. Ages 3 to 5.

[Norton Young Readers]
9781324003441
$17.95

RED YELLOW BLUE
Lysa Mullady with illustrations by Laurent Simon

Red loves being red, but when Yellow and Blue go off to make frogs, shamrocks, and caterpillars, Red realizes that he may be missing out. The possibilities are endless when the colors work together! Ages 4 to 8.

[Magination Press]
9781433830303
$17.99

SULWE
Lupita Nyong'o with illustrations by Vashti Harrison

A powerful picture book about colorism, self-esteem, and beauty from within by the Academy Award-winning actress (12 Years a Slave and Black Panther). Ages 4 to 8.

[Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers]
9781534425361
$17.99

FANTASTIC YOU
Danielle Cufayet with illustrations by Jennifer Zivoin

The team behind You Are Your Strong shows youngsters how to develop and nurture a loving and positive relationship with themselves. Ages 4 to 8.

[Magination Press]
9781433830280
$16.99

A VERY FIONA CHRISTMAS
Richard Cowdrey

It's Christmastime, and the zoo is sparkling with holiday spirit! Amidst the snow, decorations, and mistletoe, will Fiona the hippo be able to find the true meaning of Christmas? Ages 4 to 8.

[Zonderkidz]
9780310767732
$17.99

ANGELINA BALLERINA
Katharine Holabird with illustrations by Helen Craig

In an encore performance, Angelina Ballerina returns in her original story in this refreshed picture book from acclaimed author Holabird and celebrated artist Craig. Ages 4-8.

[Little Simon]
9781534451513
$17.99

CAMILLA, CARTOGRAPHER
Julie Dillemuth with illustrations by Laura Wood

Map-loving Camilla wonders how it would feel to discover a new path. When a snowstorm covers the path to the creek, Camilla's historic maps inspire her to make her own path! Ages 4-8.

[Magination Press]
9781433830334
$16.99

LUCY'S LIGHT
Jo Rooks

Lucy learns that doing a good deed will always make her shine bright! A sweet story that shines a light on inner confidence, self-acceptance, and courage. Ages 4 to 8.

[Magination Press]
9781433830884
$14.99

SOPHIE'S SHELL
Jo Rooks

A heartwarming tale about a sensitive snail who overcomes her shyness with a little help from her new friends. Ages 4 to 8.

[Magination Press]
9781433830891
$14.99

MY SINGING NANA
Pat Mora with illustrations by Alyssa Bermudez

A compassionate tribute to families dealing with Alzheimer's Disease that celebrates the ideals of family, heritage, and happy memories. Ages 4 to 8.

[Magination Press]
9781433830211
$16.99

SUMOKITTY
David Biedrzycki

When eating like a sumo wrestler slows him down, a stray kitty realizes he must train like a wrestler, too. Inspired by the Japanese saying "Fall down seven times, stand up eight." Ages 5 to 8.

[Charlesbridge Publishing]
9781580896825
$18.99

SISTERS FIRST
Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush with illustrations by Ramona Kaulitzki

The former first daughters take readers on a deeply personal tour of their lives in this lovely, lyrical ode to the magic of sisterhood. Ages 5 to 8.

[Little, Brown Books for Young Readers]
9780316534789
$18.99

WHITE BIRD: A WONDER STORY
R.J. Palacio

The #1 bestselling author of Wonder makes her graphic novel debut with an unforgettable story of the power of kindness and unrelenting courage in a time of war. Ages 8 to 12.

[Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers]
9780525645535
$24.99

DEAR SWEET PEA
Julie Murphy

The first middle-grade novel from the author of Dumplin' is a funny, heartwarming story of a little girl who becomes her town's advice columnist. Ages 8 to 12.

[Balzar & Bray/HarperTeen]
9780062473073
$16.99

ARMSTRONG
Torben Kuhlmann

Readers are transported to the moon and beyond, where dreams are determined only by the size of one's imagination, and the biggest innovators are the smallest of all. Ages 8 to 12.

[NorthSouth Books]
9780735843783
$19.95

DORK DIARIES 14
Rachel Ren Russell

Nikki and her bandmates are looking forward to an awesome summer on tour with the world famous Bad Boyz in this 14th installment of the bestselling Dork Diaries series! Ages 9 to 13.

[Aladdin Paperbacks]
9781534427204
$13.99

WRECKING BALL (DIARY OF A WIMPY KID, BOOK 14)
Jeff Kinney

An unexpected inheritance lets Greg Heffley's family make big changes to their house. When the dust settles, will they stay, or will they need to get out of town? Ages 8 to 12.

[Amulet Books]
9781419739033
$14.99

DIARY OF AN AWESOME FRIENDLY KID
Jeff Kinney

See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with this #1 bestseller, told by Greg's best friend Rowley Jefferson! Ages 8 to 12.

[Amulet Books]
9781419740275
$13.99

PAGES & CO.: THE BOOKWANDERERS
Anna James with illustrations by Paola Escobar

An enchanting story about the magic of books and the power of imagination. Soon to be a major television series! Ages 8 to 12.

[Philomel Books]
9781984837127
$16.99

TRISTAN STRONG PUNCHES A HOLE IN THE SKY
Kwame Mbalia

A middle grade American Gods set in a richly imagined world populated with African American folk heroes and West African gods. Ages 8 to 12.

[Rick Riordan Presents]
9781368039932
$17.99

HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE: THE ILLUSTRATED EDITION
J.K. Rowling with illustrations by Jim Kay

This new fully illustrated edition of the complete and unabridged text of the fourth book in the beloved Harry Potter series is sure to delight fans and first-time readers alike. Ages 9 to 15.

[Arthur A. Levine Books]
9780545791427
$47.99

THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY AND THE RIDDLE OF AGES
Trenton Lee Stewart

With the arrival of a new Society member, the gang must reunite to face dilemmas more dangerous than ever in the fourth novel of the acclaimed New York Times-bestselling series. Ages 10 to 14.

[Little, Brown Books for Young Readers]
9780316452649
$18.99

DR. SEUSS'S HORSE MUSEUM
Dr. Seuss with illustrations by Andrew Joyner

A never-before-published Dr. Seuss book about creating and looking at art! This book is like a visit to a museum—with a horse as your guide. Ages 7 and up.

[Random House Books for Young Readers]
9780399559129
$18.99

EVERYTHING AWESOME ABOUT DINOSAURS AND OTHER PREHISTORIC BEASTS
Mike Lowery

A must-have for dinosaur enthusiasts, this is the ULTIMATE book about all things prehistoric! Features fun facts, dinosaur jokes, comics, timelines, and more. Ages 7 to 10.

[Orchard Books]
9781338359725
$16.99

CHILD OF THE DREAM (A MEMOIR OF 1963)
Sharon Robinson

An incredible memoir about one of the most important years of the civil rights movement, and how one girl finds her voice in the fight for justice and equality. Ages 8 to 12.

[Scholastic Press]
9781338282801
$16.99

I SPY CHRISTMAS: A BOOK OF PICTURE RIDDLES
Jean Marzollo with illustrations by Walter Wick

Spread some holiday cheer with all the search-and-find fun in this Christmas edition of the New York Times-bestselling series. Ages 3 to 5.

[Cartwheel Books]
9781338332582
$14.99

EXTINCT
Lucas Riera

This gorgeously illustrated picture book pays tribute to animals we have lost over the past century, creating awareness and inspiring children to act responsibly towards the environment. Ages 7 to 10.

[Phaidon Press]
9781838660376
$19.95

THE WONDERS OF NATURE
Ben Hoare

A beautiful gift for children who can't get enough of nature, this collection of amazing animals, plants, rocks and minerals, and microorganisms will wow children and adults alike. Ages 7 to 10.

[DK Publishing]
9781465485366
$19.99

BEST FRIENDS
Shannon Hale with illustrations by Leuyen Pham

In the highly anticipated follow-up to the runaway hit graphic memoir Real Friends, Shannon begins to question whether she wants to remain a part of the in-crowd. Ages 8 to 12.

[First Second]
9781250317469
$12.99

THE COMPLETE BOOK OF BAKING FOR YOUNG CHEFS
America's Test Kitchen Kids

For the first time ever, America's Test Kitchen is bringing their baking expertise and testing to the children's market with the must-have baking cookbook for every kid chef. Ages 8 to 12.

[Sourcebooks Explore]
9781492677697
$19.95

10 BLIND DATES
Ashley Elston

After an unexpected breakup, seventeen-year-old Sophie lets members of her large, eccentric extended family set her up on 10 blind dates during Christmas vacation.

A Fall Okra Pick!

[Disney-Hyperion]
9781368027496
$17.99

THE SECRET COMMONWEALTH (THE BOOK OF DUST, VOL. 2)
Philip Pullman

Return to the parallel world of His Dark Materials in the second volume of the bestselling masterwork The Book of Dust and discover what comes next for Lyra.

[Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers]
9780553510669
$22.99

THE PERFECT LOVE SONG
Patti Callahan Henry

Can one song change the course of a life? A perfect Christmas tale of love lost and found from the New York Times-bestselling author.

[Thomas Nelson]
9780785226222
$17.99

SPIRIT OF THE SEASON
Fern Michaels

In this new novel by the New York Times-bestselling author, the holidays are a time to discover a future that, like the perfect gift, is as satisfying as it is surprising.

[Kensington Publishing Corporation]
9781496721907
$22.95

ROYAL HOLIDAY
Jasmine Guillory

A spontaneous holiday vacation turns into an unforgettable romance in the dazzling new novel by this "rising star in the romantic genre" (Entertainment Weekly).

[Berkley Books]
9781984802217
$20.00

EVERY BREATH
Nicholas Sparks

The New York Times-bestselling author returns with a story about a chance encounter that becomes a touchstone for two vastly different individuals--transcending decades, continents, and the bittersweet workings of fate.

[Grand Central Publishing]
9781538728543
$15.99

THE GIVER OF STARS
Jojo Moyes

Soon to be a major motion picture. In Depression-era America, five extraordinary women embark on a remarkable journey through the mountains of Kentucky and beyond, based on a true story.

A Fall Okra Pick!

[Pamela Dorman Books]
9780399562488
$28.00

RED AT THE BONE
Jacqueline Woodson

An extraordinary new novel about the influence of history on a contemporary family, from the New York Times-bestselling and National Book Award-winning author of Brown Girl Dreaming.

A Summer Okra Pick!

[Riverhead Books]
9780525535270
$26.00

THE DUTCH HOUSE
Ann Patchett

Set over the course of five decades, the New York Times-bestselling author's latest is a dark fairy tale about two smart people who cannot overcome their past.

[Harper]
9780062963673
$27.99

NOTHING TO SEE HERE
Kevin Wilson

From the author of The Family Fang comes a moving novel about a woman who finds meaning in her life when she begins caring for two children with remarkable abilities.

A Fall Okra Pick!

[Ecco Press]
9780062913463
$26.99

ALL THIS COULD BE YOURS
Jami Attenberg

The critically acclaimed and New York Times-bestselling author delivers a timely exploration of what it means to be caught in the web of a toxic man who abused his power.

[Houghton Mifflin]
9780544824256
$26.00

A DOG'S PROMISE
W. Bruce Cameron

A heartwarming story about family, second chances, and the unbreakable bonds that unite us from the #1 New York Times and USA Today-bestselling author of A Dog's Purpose.

[Forge]
9781250163516
$26.99

STARS OF ALABAMA
Sean Dietrich

In this poignant and redemptive novel, two Depression-era migrant workers find an abandoned baby in the woods and take it upon themselves to care for the mysterious child.

[Thomas Nelson]
9780785226376
$26.99

A MINUTE TO MIDNIGHT
David Baldacci

FBI Agent Atlee Pine returns to her Georgia hometown to reopen the investigation of her twin sister's abduction, only to encounter a serial killer beginning a reign of terror.

[Grand Central Publishing]
9781538761601
$29.00

THE GUARDIANS
John Grisham

Twenty-two years ago, ruthless people framed Quincy Miller for the murder of an attorney, and they will kill another lawyer without a second thought to keep Miller behind bars.

[Doubleday Books]
9780385544184
$29.95

A BETTER MAN
Louise Penny

Catastrophic spring flooding, blistering attacks in the media, and a mysterious disappearance greet Chief Inspector Armand Gamache as he returns to the Sûreté du Québec in Penny's latest novel.

[Minotaur Books]
9781250066213
$28.99

SMOKE SCREEN
Terri Blackstock

Their love caused the loss of both their fathers: one murdered, one convicted as a murderer. Is it possible to set things right after all these years?

[Thomas Nelson]
9780310332596
$16.99

THIS TENDER LAND
William Kent Krueger

This moving, magnificent novel by the author of Ordinary Grace follows four orphans on a life-changing odyssey during the Great Depression. Perfect for fans of Where the Crawdads Sing.

[Atria Books]
9781476749297
$27.00

THE CHRISTMAS SPIRITS ON TRADD STREET
Karen White

The Christmas spirit is overtaking Tradd Street with a vengeance in the sixth festive installment of White's New York Times-bestselling series..

[Berkley Books]
9780451475244
$26.00

SOUTHERN WOMEN
the editors of Garden & Gun

From the award-winning Southern lifestyle magazine Garden & Gun comes this rich collection of some of the South's most notable women.

[Harper Wave]
9780062859365
$32.50

UNLEASH THE GIRLS
Lisa Z. Lindahl

The untold story of the invention of the sports bra, and how it changed the world for girls and women...and, along the way, changed Lindahl, too.

[Ezl Enterprises]
9781950282432
$17.99

TELL ME A STORY
Cassandra King Conroy

The author considers her life and the man she shared it with, paying tribute to her husband, Pat Conroy, the legendary figure of modern Southern literature.

A Fall Okra Pick!

[William Morrow & Company]
9780062905628
$24.99

STAY SEXY & DON'T GET MURDERED
Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark

The highly anticipated dual memoir by the hosts of the #1 hit podcast My Favorite Murder reflects on the life events that shaped them into two of the most followed voices in the nation.

[Forge]
9781250178954
$24.99

I AM C-3PO
Anthony Daniels with a Foreword by J.J. Abrams

Discover the incredible untold story of one of Star Wars' most iconic characters, C-3PO, told by the man who knows him best.

[DK Publishing]
9781465486103
$24.99

THE BROKEN ROAD
Peggy Wallace Kennedy

The daughter of one of America's most virulent segregationists reckons with her father's legacy of hate and illuminates her journey towards redemption.

[Bloomsbury Publishing]
9781635573657
$28.00

NO SURRENDER
Chris Edmonds and Douglas Century

The inspiring true story of Roddie Edmonds, a Knoxville-born enlistee who risked his life during the final days of World War II to save others from murderous Nazis.

[HarperOne]
9780062905017
$29.99

RACING TO THE FINISH
Dale Earnhardt, Jr., with Ryan McGee

The only authorized book by the most popular driver in NASCAR for 15 consecutive years reveals the inside track on his final year of racing and retirement from the driver's seat.

[Thomas Nelson]
9780785221616
$17.99

SHUT UP AND LISTEN!
Tilman Fertitta

For entrepreneurs ready to reach the next level of success, the small business owner-turned-multibillionaire shares the commonsense principles that have rocketed his worldwide hospitality empire to the top.

[HarperCollins Leadership]
9781400213733
$24.99

THE THIRD RAINBOW GIRL
Emma Copley Eisenberg

A deeply researched and stunningly written investigation of the murder of two young women—and how a violent crime casts a shadow over an entire community.

[Hachette Books]
9780316449236
$27.00

TAR HEEL LIGHTNIN'
Daniel S. Pierce

Folklore, popular culture, and changing laws have helped fuel a renaissance in making and drinking commercial moonshine, and the author shows how today's producers understand their ties to the past.

[University of North Carolina Press]
9781469653556
$30.00

SOUTHERN SNOW
Randy Johnson

Whether one is visiting, new to the region, or a lifelong resident, this guide provides everything necessary to discover the South's best-kept secrets of winter recreation.

[University of North Carolina Press]
9781469654201
$27.00

THE PEACH TRUCK® COOKBOOK
Jessica N. Rose and Stephen K. Rose

A warm and stylish Southern cookbook, from the owners of the beloved Nashville-based whe Peach Truck, celebrating all things peach in 100 fresh and flavorful recipes.

[Scribner Book Company]
9781501192678
$28.00

SALTBOX SEAFOOD JOINT® COOKBOOK
Ricky Moore

In 60 recipes that celebrate his coastal culinary heritage, Moore instructs cooks on how to pan-fry and deep-fry, grill and smoke, and cook up soups, chowders, stews, and grits and seafood.

[University of North Carolina Press]
9781469653532
$25.00

SEEKING THE SOUTH
Rob Newton with Jamie Feldmar

The chef and restaurateur shows readers that there's much more to food below the Mason-Dixon Line than meets the eye in this modern-day Southern cookbook.

[Avery Publishing Group]
9780735220294
$35.00

THE FOXFIRE BOOK OF APPALACHIAN COOKERY, 2ND ED., REVISED
edited by T.J. Smith with a Foreword by Sean Brock

This tremendous resource for novices and experts alike has been reorganized and revised around today's heightened interest in cultural-specific cooking, keeping food-lovers' culture in mind.

[University of North Carolina Press]
9781469647548
$24.00

SOUTH
Sean Brock

In the follow-up to the award-winning and bestselling Heritage, Brock writes the definitive guide to Southern cooking and teaches all the elements of this beloved cuisine.

[Artisan Publishers]
9781579657161
$40.00

JOY OF COOKING
Irma S. Rombauer et al

This trusted kitchen classic is fully updated with 600 new, exciting, fresh recipes and expertly researched reference material. Perfect for both seasoned cooks and those only just learning their way around the kitchen.

[Scribner Book Company]
9781501169717
$40.00

SIGNATURE DISHES THAT MATTER
curated by Susan Jung et al

A charmingly illustrated celebration of 240 iconic dishes and 180 accompanying recipes that defined the course of culinary history over the past 300 years, from legendary restaurants past and present.

[Phaidon Press]
9780714879321
$49.95

~FICTION~
THE LINE THAT HELD US
David Joy

A remarkable novel about the cover-up of an accidental death, and the dark consequences that reverberate through the lives of four people who will never be the same again. Optioned by Sylvester Stallone's production company, Balboa Productions.

[G.P. Putnam's Sons]
9780399574221
$27.00

~NONFICTION~
THE BEST COOK IN THE WORLD
Rick Bragg

From the beloved, bestselling author of All Over But the Shoutin' comes a delectable, rollicking food memoir, cookbook, and loving tribute to a region. Includes 75 Bragg family recipes passed down through generations. Starred reviews from Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, and Booklist.

[Knopf Publishing Group]
9781400040414
$28.95

~CHILDREN'S~
SMACK DAB IN THE MIDDLE OF MAYBE
Jo Watson Hackl

Eleven days, 13 clues, and one kid who won't give up. A Mississippi ghost town and an art mystery combine in this gorgeously written debut. "A tale of adventure, full of mystery and suspense."—Robert Beatty, author of Serafina and the Black Cloak.

[Yearling Books]
9780399557415
$7.99

THE CALL OF THE WILD AND FREE
Ainsley Arment

For parents considering home schooling, those in the trenches looking for inspiration, and those who want to enhance their kids' traditional educations, this resource offers advice, information, and positive encouragement.

[HarperOne]
9780062916518
$29.99

HOW TO RAISE A READER
Pamela Paul and Maria Russo

A parent's guide to raising a lifelong reader, packed with practical ideas for engaging children of all ages in books, plus wonderful lists of books, arranged by age and subject matter.

[Workman Publishing]
9781523505302
$19.95

GREAT WOMEN ARTISTS
from Phaidon Press

Five centuries of fascinating female creativity presented in more than 400 compelling artworks and one comprehensive volume. The most extensive fully illustrated book of women artists ever published.

[Phaidon Press]
9780714878775
$50.95

SONGS OF AMERICA
Jon Meacham and Tim McGraw

A celebration of America and the music that inspired people and illuminated eras, from the Revolutionary War to the present, by Pulitzer Prize winner Meacham and Grammy winner McGraw.

[Random House]
9780593132951
$30.00

COUNTRY MUSIC
Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns

The rich and colorful story of America's most popular music and its singers and songwriters—based on the eight-part film series airing on PBS.

[Knopf Publishing Group]
9780525520542
$55.00

GUITAR
David Schiller

Celebrate the significance, the magic, and the mojo of the world's most seductive instrument in this obsessive, full-color book presented in an irresistible slipcase.

[Workman Publishing]
9781523507726
$35.00

ME
Elton John

In his first and only official autobiography, the music icon reveals the truth about his extraordinary life, from his roller-coaster lifestyle as shown in the film Rocketman to becoming a living legend.

[Henry Holt & Company]
9781250147608
$30.00

GRIT & GRACE
Tim McGraw

The Grammy-Award winning music superstar and actor's one-of-a kind lifestyle book melds his personal fitness transformation story with practical advice to inspire healthy changes in readers' lives.

[Harper Wave]
9780062915931
$29.99

VICKSBURG
Donald L. Miller

The astonishing story of the longest and most decisive military campaign of the Civil War, which opened the Mississippi River, split the Confederacy, freed tens of thousands of slaves, and made Ulysses S. Grant the most important general of the war.

[Simon & Schuster]
9781451641370
$35.00