Abrams & Chronicle Books

Building on the success of the original volume, this revised edition of The Ceramics Bible features new techniques, terms, images, and artist profiles--as well as the tried-and-true step-by-step instruction and comprehensiveness that students, instructors, artists, and collectors have all come to appreciate.

Once upon a time in France, a baby was born under the summer sun. His parents named him Jacques. As he grew, Jacques fell in love with the sea. He dreamed of breathing beneath the waves and swimming as gracefully as a fish. In fact, he longed to become a manfish.Jacques Cousteau grew up to become a champion of the seas and one of the best-known oceanographers in the world. In this lovely biography

One hundred unique postcards featuring concept art, some never before published, spanning the films of Disney's golden age of animation.

Fully illustrated with gorgeously spooky art, this handsome gift book showcases the best of the Victorian ghost story.

Find the answers you seek with this paws itively divine tarot deck inspired by our wise, loving, and loyal companion: the dog!

This entertaining modern twist to the classic tarot combines authenticity with canine sensibility in a complete deck for experienced readers and beginners alike.

With their uncanny ability to sense exactly how you feel and what you need

Add a dash of Scandinavian charm to your correspondence with beautiful Dala horse-shaped notecards!

This gorgeous deluxe notebook features beloved characters from Hayao Miyazaki´s animated classicMy Neighbor Totoro. With a cloth-bound, foil-stamped case, lined pages, and lay-flat binding, this notebook invites you to take inspiration from Hayao Miyazaki´s beloved Totoro! Perfect for writers, notetakers, collectors, and animation fans alike. © 1988 Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli

Let your creativity take flight with this sketchbook celebrating Kiki's Delivery Service, Studio Ghibli's beloved coming-of-age story about a resourceful young witch finding her way in the world.

Featuring a tactile cloth cover with iconic imagery from the film foil-stamped on the front, lay-flat binding, and extra-thick pages, this sketchbook is perfect for

Every classic film features iconic images that are unforgettable to movie lovers, from the house on the hill fromPSYCHO toPULP FICTION's the Big Kahuna burger to the giant dinosaur sculptures ofPEE-WEE'S BIG ADVENTURE. InNAME THAT MOVIE, celebrated illustrator Paul Rogers tests our visual knowledge of the world of cinema, highlighting both obscure and instantly recognizable references to 100 class

From an award-winning author, an oversize nonfiction picture book exploring pigments and dyes made from natural sources—across time and around the world Colors don’t come out of nothing.They always start somewhere . . .With something . . .With someone. Discover how color is harnessed from nature in this survey of dyes and pigments from around the world. Organized by color—from yellow to purple

An imaginative and heartfelt book that reminds us that there is no loss without love. When Grief first arrives, it is like an elephant–so big that there is hardly room for anything else. But over time, Grief can become smaller and smaller–until it is a fox, then a mouse, and finally a flickering firefly in the darkness leading us down a path of loving remembrance. This lyrical work is an empatheti

Ten beautifully illustrated essays tell the stories of handcrafted objects and their makers, providing inspiration and insight into Black history and craftsmanship. Black artisans have long been central to American art and design, creating innovative and highly desired work against immense odds. Atlanta-based chairmaker and scholar Robell Awake explores the stories behind ten cornerstones of Blac

This fun, fabulous, and effortlessly fluid mix-and-match magnetic dress-up doll set puts the power of fashion in your hands. Housed in a delightful portable box, the set includes four dolls and forty-eight interchangeable outfit pieces. The stylish separates include artfully illustrated gorpcore jackets, botanical print robes, dapper suits, couture capelets, and more. Each daring ensemble fits al

Embrace abundance, compassion, and connection with this guided journal, your trusty companion on the path to personal growth. When we pay close attention—to our hearts, our bodies, and the small moments of wonder we might otherwise overlook—we can invite infinite joy into our daily lives. In this interactive journal, Michael Tennant—activist, entrepreneur, and author of The Power of Empathy—offer

A feast for the senses, this sumptuously illustrated book will introduce you to some of the most infamous women throughout world history, united by their shared taste for poison. Welcome to the League of Lady Poisoners. This riveting and well-researched volume by Lisa Perrin weaves together the stories of more than 25 accused women poisoners, exploring the circumstances and skill sets that led

Home is where the books are. This inspiring home decor book is brimming with photos of cozy places to read and creative ways to display books at home. For stylish bookworms and bookish stylists, this covetable home décor book merges the literary appeal of Jane Mount´s bestselling Bibliophile with the aspirational allure of Emily Henderson´s bestselling Styled. Discover bea

A fun and inspiring daily drawing journal from beloved artist and author Lisa Congdon! With 365 creative prompts and enough space for a whole year's worth of drawings, this is the perfect tool for starting or switching up your daily drawing practice. Who better than Lisa Condon, bestselling author and inspiring illustrator, to guide you on a yearlong journey to find and refine your own artistic vo

In this guided journal, bestselling author and artist Kate Pocrass invites you to walk and wander in new ways, step out of your routine, and notice and appreciate all the details along the way. In celebration of the benefits and joys of walking, this illustrated journal includes 365+ undated daily entries so you can walk (and journal) at your own pace. Whether taking a brisk walk around the block

The must-have volume for Anne of Green Gables fans: This special edition invites readers inside the beloved story with gorgeous replicas of the characters' letters and mementos. Anne of Green Gables has been treasured by generations of dreamers and free spirits. For those who love to indulge in flights of fancy, Anne´s world offers escape and inspiration. Now, your imagination can take tangible