Abrams & Chronicle Books

Based on extensive research and original interviews, this intimate biography reveals the complexities of Gandolfini's character, his rise to fame, and his lasting impact on television and film. “A riveting look inside the mind of a towering talent, this is a must for Sopranos fans."―Publishers Weekly "A fast-moving, entertaining bio of a Hollywood mensch."―Kirkus In Gandolfini, cri

The bestselling author of The Tao of Pooh offers a uniquely authentic translation of the enduring Tao Te Ching, based on the meanings of the ancient Chinese characters in use when the Taoist classic was written. From Benjamin Hoff, author of The Tao of Pooh and The Te of Piglet, which have sold millions of copies worldwide, comes The Eternal Tao Te Ching, a new translation of the

Artist, textile designer, and author Lena Corwin highlights the work of 100 talented and diverse American fiber artists in a new book for all who are inspired by weaving, quilting, dyeing, and other heritage techniques In Cloth, Lena Corwin spotlights American artists using (and reinventing) heritage techniques. The contributors represent a wide spectrum of age, gender, race, and locale; and the

A magical full-color tarot deck of powerful women

From Abrams illustrator Benjamin Lacombe comes a stunning new tarot deck of mystical women. The 78 full-color cards follow the traditional structure of the tarot: 22 major arcana-each a portrait of a powerful woman associated with one of the figures of the tarot, such as the Magician, Justice, the Hanged Man-and 56 minor arcana.

A fact-filled, culturally diverse, and gorgeously illustrated introduction to over 80 gods and goddesses from around the world—a perfect introduction to mythology for young readers. With heroic deeds, family drama, pulse-pounding battles, and shape-shifting magic, mythology fascinates us all. But even the biggest enthusiasts find it hard to keep track of who´s who! Packed with facts and

There’s an incredible similarity between the mechanics of a fly cast and the swing of a golf club. Perhaps that’s why Chris Santella, author of Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die, can be found on the links when he’s not on the stream. With Fifty Places to Play Golf Before You Die, Santella gives voice to his other sporting passion, interviewing 50 people intimately connected to the sport abou

A three-deck playing card set based on Jane Austen´s classics and designed to look like mini books, with beloved characters for the face cards Introducing Literary Suits: Jane Austen, a mini library of playing card decks, including themed decks for Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, and Emma, for Austenites who love card games as much as Mr. Hurst. With Lizzie and Darcy as the Queen and

A guided sketchbook with templates for telling stories like a graphic novelist, with tips and tricks from ten comic artists. This guided journal is both template and mini-course in graphic storytelling. The notebook includes 160 pages of comic templates and is filled with exercises and insider tips from ten established comic artists. With differing styles and backgrounds, the artists offer illumin

Continuing their partnership with Japanese animation giant Studio Ghibli, this season Chronicle publishes three collectible stationery products a postcard set, a hardcover sketchbook, and a plush journal all featuring artwork inspired by the Studio's Academy Award winning film SPIRITED AWAY. The year 2021 marks the 20th anniversary of the film's release!

A landmark exploration of the sold, stolen and destroyed works of Banksy, one of the most famous and controversial living artists of our time.

Mending Matters explores sewing on two levels. First, it includes more than 20 hands-on projects that showcase current trends in visible mending that are edgy, modern, and bold—but draw on traditional stitching. It does all this through just four very simple mending techniques: exterior patches, interior patches, slow stitches, darning, and weaving. In addition, the book addresses the way mendi

Graphic designer Justine Lecouffe and fashion illustrator Chloe Takahashi present an interactive guided sketchbook for all who love fashion and want to design and sketch their own unique and stylish outfits. Sketch Your Amazing Style has a modern sensibility that includes body positive and racially diverse fashion croquis (figure templates) readers can use to start their own fashion doodles and d

The official behind-the-scenes companion to Asteroid City and the latest volume in the bestselling Wes Anderson Collection series Asteroid City—the eleventh feature film from Academy Award–winning director Wes Anderson—follows a group of teen geniuses and their families as they attend the 1955 Junior Stargazers convention in the eponymous dusty hamlet. The events of the film,

Whether you dream of restoring an heirloom to its former beauty, or just want to modernize a flea market treasure, Amy Howard has the design and refinishing secrets you need. Here are all the furniture finishing recipes, techniques, and tips that have made Howard’s beloved classes sold-out success stories, and made Howard herself the go-to guru of refinishing and “use what you have” redecorating.

A rolling pin, a robot, a pickle, a water tower, a hammock, a wasp, a safety pin, a kiss. Budding artists and experienced sketchers alike will find themselves invigorated by this collection of offbeat, clever, and endlessly absorbing drawingprompts. Some are deceptively simple (just try drawing a bicycle!), some are conceptually mind-bending (sketching the sound of girlish laughter?), and some are

The 60 spritz recipes in Spritz Fever! are in the cocktail style of the decade. Seeing as most spritzes are low(ish) in ABV (well, certainly lower than wine, anyway), they're the ideal companion for any day-drinking event. Plus, as most Instagram feeds can attest, spritzes aren't just a drink...they're a lifestyle.

The definitive graphic novel adaptation of Dune, the groundbreaking science-fiction classic by Frank Herbert.

Write now, read later, treasure forever: Keep in touch with your past, present, and future selves with this collection of twelve letters. Letters to My Future Self is a journey into the future that becomes a priceless memento. Write letters to yourself - just like entries in a diary or journal - and seal them up with the included stickers. Assign a date for future opening and don't peek until the

Esquire. Ford Motors. Burton Snowboards. The Obama Administration. While all of these brands are vastly different, they share at least one thing in com­mon: a teeny, little bit of Aaron James Draplin. Draplin is one of the new school of influential graphic designers who combine the power of design, social media, entrepreneurship, and DIY aesthetic to create a successful business and way of life.

This petite fabric-wrapped journal pops with one of Marimekko's most eye-catching prints: Räsymatto. Slip it in a bag, tuck it in a pocket, or proudly display it as a chic desktop accessory.