Quirk Books is an independent book publisher based in Philadelphia. Founded in 2002, Quirk Books publishes 25 strikingly unconventional books every year. Their bestsellers include the pop culture phenomenons Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children and Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. They also publish award-winning cookbooks, craft books, children’s books, and nonfiction on a wide range of subjects. Sea of Stories has been representing Quirk since 2002!
AN HONEST, AGE-APPROPRIATE LOOK AT GRIEF: Andrew set out to write a picture book for children ages 3+ without invoking euphemisms or overtly spiritual language (for example, it was important to us to include the phrase "he died," rather than suggesting that Momo was somewhere else now). Especially as...[more]
A Guide to Dating, Relating, and Hooking Up Without the Booze In this judgment-free handbook, sober sexpert Tawny Lara shows you how to replace “liquid courage” with real courage at every stage of the dating game, ultimately building stronger sexual and romantic relationships without alcohol. About...[more]
Expert Advice for Doomsday Situations Prepare for the end of civilization with the help of the world's best selling survival guide series and learn how to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again. Here's the indispensable guide to what you can do to prepare for the ULTIMATE in worst-case...[more]
This fully-illustrated, totally adorable book of pocket wisdom will validate your own animal impulses and convince you that these magical marsupials are pint-sized examples of living large. What is nature's most relatable animal? Why, the possum, of course: shy, awkward, resourceful, and deeply misunderstood,...[more]
A creepy-crawly page-turner about a horrifying home infestation that will get all the way under your skin, from New York Times best-selling and Edgar Award-winning author Ben H. Winters. Alex and Susan’s new Brooklyn apartment seems too good to be true. Big kitchen, lots of light, a real bedroom for...[more]
For all menstruating persons who struggle through that time of the month, this empowering handbook helps you develop a holistic approach to managing your cycle and its physical and emotional side effects If you’re a person who menstruates, you’ve probably experienced unpredictable cycles, mood swings,...[more]
What if we've been reading Jane Austen all wrong? A funny, brainy, eye-opening take on how our contemporary love stories are actually pretty terrifying. You already know Mr. Darcy—at least you think you do! The brooding, rude, standoffish romantic hero of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, Darcy...[more]
Create a time capsule of your life before becoming Mom or Dad, as a gift for your child—and a reminder to yourself. As a parent-to-be, you’re facing a lot of adjustments: new interests, new anxieties, new habits and routines, even a new name, all of them centering on your kid. But you’re more than...[more]
Explore our fascination with UFO sightings, alien abductions, the science behind extraterrestrial intelligence and more in this unique pop history book. Do you want to believe? After decades of cover-ups and denials, in a June 2021 Pentagon report, the government finally admitted what many people already...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Readers of mind-bending horror and speculative mysteries and thrillers Fans of Stephen King, David Lynch, and Philip K. Dick and film/TV adaptations of their works Stephen King's The Mist m e e t s Twin Peaks in this mind-bending horror-thriller about a Midwestern town engulfed by a...[more]
A modern Southern Gothic horror about a palm reader who becomes involved in a mind-bending missing-child case with a shocking twist you won't see coming. After striking out on her own as a teen mom, Madi Price is forced to return to her hometown of Brandywine, Virginia, with her seventeen-year-old daughter. With...[more]
This nail-biting, bone-chilling survival horror novel is inspired by the infamous Dyatlov Pass incident, and is perfect for fans of Alma Katsu and Showtime's Yellowjackets. This is going to be Dylan's big break. Her friend Clay, a geology student, has discovered an untouched cliff face in the Kentucky...[more]
Discover everything about ghosts in this fun handbook packed with spooky tales, engrossing science, and fascinating history--perfect for middle-grade readers and mythology fans! About the Book: Boo! Do you believe in ghosts? What's up with haunted houses? And how exactly do you bust a ghost? Uncover...[more]
Play hide-and-seek with adorable dogs Yaya and Boo in this joyful board book from the creator of the Find Momo series! Where is Yaya, and what mischief is Boo getting into? Look for Yaya and Boo at a lemonade stand by the end of the driveway, hidden in the flower beds near the front porch, waiting for...[more]
Solve mysteries using DIY science projects with twin sleuths Nick and Tesla in this zany, action-packed middle grade adventure by Science Bob! Summer break is about to get weird. After their parents disappear, twins Nick and Tesla are sent to live with their Uncle Newt, an eccentric inventor with his...[more]
Join twins Nick and Tesla as they build homemade robots and race to solve a mystery in this zany, action-packed middle grade adventure sequel by “Science Bob” Pflugfelder. It’s up to Nick and Tesla to save the day–again! When a rash of robberies hits the town of Half Moon Bay, the two young sleuths...[more]
Inspiring, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of international athletes who have captured the world’s attention at the Summer Olympics, like Simone Biles, Jesse Owens, Michael Phelps, Serena Williams, Tatyanna McFadden, and m o r e . Exceptional athletes...[more]
With wit, humor, and sincerity, Goblin Mode offers advice for decorating, dressing, crafting, foraging, and living according to the goblin principles of joyful mess. Do you ever feel weird, gross, chaotic, underappreciated, or like you don’t quite fit in? Great news: you might be a goblin! That means...[more]
Learn how rough-andtumble play can nurture close parent-child connections, encourage resilience, and boost confidence— with 50 illustrated activities to get you started. Every kid needs horseplay! Roughhousing is an essential part of childhood development—but it’s increasingly overlooked in favor...[more]
A Totally Factual Field Guide to the Supernatural Discover everything about vampires in this laugh-out-loud nonfiction handbook packed with spooky legends, fascinating history, and weird facts--perfect for middle grade readers and mythology fans! About the Book: Are vampires real? Who was Vlad the Impaler?...[more]
As annoying as it is to admit it, exercise is the quickest, safest, most reliable way to improve mental health. But if you're depressed, anxious, burnt out, or struggling, it may feel impossible to get started, get serious, or even get out of bed. Work It Out is for people with diagnosed depression,...[more]
A thief is framed for the emperor’s murder in this thrilling YA mystery set in space, perfect for fans of Marie Lu and Rae Carson. As an expert thief from a minor moon, Cass knows a good mark when she sees one. The emperor’s ball is her chance to steal a fortune for herself, her ailing father, and...[more]
When You Reach Me meets Love Sugar Magic in this unforgettable middle grade novel where time travel, family recipes, and family secrets collide. There’s something almost magical about the way Maya’s grandmother cooks--and although Halmunee may be losing her memory, she always knows how to make the...[more]
improve their sleep hygiene, this friendly handbook will help you focus on catching some zzz's. In our busy, hyper-connected times, it can be hard to sleep through the night. But sleep is one of the keys to overall well-being, and if you're not getting enough of it, it can have a major impact on your...[more]
This celebration of notable magical women, from the Salem witch trials to WitchTok, is a fascinating and empowering read for anyone interested in occultism or feminist history. From the celebrity spirit mediums of the nineteenth century to the TikTok witches hexing the patriarchy, women have long used...[more]
Come and meet the monsters in our midst, from bigfoot to batsquatch and beyond! Welcome to the United States of cryptids, where mysterious monsters lurk in the dark forests, deep lakes, and sticky swamps of all fifty states. From the infamous Jersey Devil to the obscure Snallygaster, travel writer and...[more]
from wine to wiper fluid, is a must-have for any well-appointed home. Finally, a cleaning resource that answers not only “how do I remove that stain?” but “how did it get there in the first place?” Get to know your stains—including general descriptions and likely seasons, times, and areas of...[more]
The time-tested advice you never learned in school for getting back to basics and running a healthy, happy, sustainable household. Back in the day, young people (well, young women) used to learn life skills like budgeting, cleaning, mending, and meal planning in their home economics classes. But nowadays,...[more]
Secondhand shopping is sustainable shopping! Learn to find, restore, and preserve vintage clothing and accessories so you can leave wasteful “fast fashion” behind They don’t make clothes like they used to! Garments from earlier eras, before corporatized disposable fashion became the norm, have...[more]
A friendly and accessible book of 75 lists that will help anyone experiencing a change or loss–for readers of Maggie Smith, Cheryl Strayed, and Katherine May–from the creators of the popular What's Your Grief website and community. Some losses, like the death of a loved one, can turn your life upside...[more]
For fans of Riley Sager and Paul Tremblay, a terrifying supernatural page-turner that explores ghosts, grief, and god complexes. Ever since their on-again, off-again college romance, Erin hasn’t been able to set a single boundary with charismatic but reckless Silas, who’s been chasing the next big...[more]
Title #8 in the bestselling Kid Legends series! Inspiring, funny, and totally true childhood biographies and full-color illustrations tell stories from the early years of a diverse group of changemakers like Kamala Harris, Stacey Abrams, Greta Thunberg, Shonda Rhimes, and Dorothy Pitman-Hughes.
Following on bestselling Pet that Dog!, PET THAT CAT! is a fun and informative handbook for young readers on understanding and caring for our feline friends. Pet That Cat! A Handbook for Making Feline Friends is an illustrated guide to understanding, befriending, and caring for cats by Nigel Kidd...[more]
In the explosive, thrilling sequel to This Is Not the Jess Show, 18-year-old Jess is out for revenge as she confronts the corrupt media empire that documented every moment of her childhood. Finally free of Swickley and a life that was broadcast to the whole world on Stuck in the 90's, Jess is doing...[more]
Packed with shocking twists, frightening monsters, and dark magic, this is a page-turning fantasy adventure for middle-grade fans of Holly Black and Tamora Pierce. Twelve-year-old Octavia grew up believing the town of Vittoria was the only one left in the world. The sole survivors of a deadly magical...[more]
I am a cat. Are you a cat? Cat is curious. There's a new addition to the family, but who exactly is this small being? This new arrival doesn’t meow like a cat, or smell like a cat, or even have a tail like a cat. As Cat investigates, he might just come to appreciate this loud, silly family member....[more]
Now, possums steal your garbage. But with this book . . . they’ll steal your heart! Possums have traditionally been regarded as frightening pests, inducing horror with their many teeth, weird scaly tails, and unsettling habit of playing dead. But these seemingly mundane backyard pests are actually...[more]
Growing up, you were probably taught that poop is gross. Unspeakable, even. But it’s a waste to think of poop as a waste. Bags under our eyes tell us we’re not getting enough sleep. Sallow skin, thinning hair, and brittle nails tell us if our diets are imbalanced or if we're overstressed. Poop tells...[more]
The concept of spirits has haunted cultures around the world since ancient times. Typically, ghosts have been a source of thrills and chills, but they’ve also provided a sense of hope and comfort that death isn’t necessarily the end of life. Today, they are treated more like a superstition, incompatible...[more]
Climate change will be a defining issue facing Generations Z and Alpha--but research shows that awe is a more powerful motivator for action than fear. With that idea in mind, this handbook is a hope-filled, awe-provoking middle-grade guide to environmental stewardship and the diverse habitats we call...[more]
A playful and heartwarming board book from the perspective of a skeptical dog who must come to terms with--and maybe even become friends with--a peculiar new family member. Perfect for dog loving families and new parents! Dog likes his routines: spending time with his humans, eating, sleeping, and playing....[more]
About the book… • Arguably the most important event of your lifetime will be your funeral. But unlike your wedding or graduation, you won't get to experience it. And not only that, but for most people, this defining moment of their existence (or nonexistence, as it were)--the one chance for friends...[more]
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If a kid were given the opportunity to lead a tour through London, where would she go? Would she hop on the Tube to visit Buckingham Palace, watch a play at Shakespeare's Globe Theater, or pass the time with Big Ben? By following prompts at the end of each page in Little Kid, Big City, the options are...[more]
At first glance, Dare to Know looks like a classic race-against-time thriller in which a hero must go to great lengths to prevent the worst from happening. But there’s a twist. When we meet our hero, a Willy Loman–like figure, he’s at the beginning of a particularly bad day at work selling predictive...[more]
School of Rock hit screens in 2003 and it was an instant hit, remaining the highest grossing music-themed comedy for over a decade. Now fans can enjoy the hilarious and heartwarming story as an adorable full-color picture book! It’s just another ordinary day at Horace Green Elementary School, and the...[more]
This pocket-sized handbook to all things coffee is the perfect gift for coffee connoisseurs, those looking to grind and brew their own beans, or anyone who appreciates a hot cup of joe. If you're like most people, you start every single day with a hot cup of coffee. But beyond your Starbucks or instant...[more]
This little gift book is packed with tips, tricks, and life hacks for the modern renaissance man. With chapters on domestic life, personal appearance, etiquette and socializing, business & pleasure, love & relationships, a brand new health & wellness section, and more, this is the ultimate reference...[more]
Richard doesn’t have a past. For him, there is only the present: a new marriage to Tamara, a first chance at fatherhood to her son Elijah, a quiet but pleasant life as an art teacher at Elijah’s elementary school, and the dream of becoming a real artist someday. Then the body of a rabbit, ritualistically...[more]
In this clever alphabet book of LGBTQ+ vocabulary, four friends play and explore during a play date extravaganza. They sashay out of all the closets, discover a wardrobe meant for a queen, and realize that many problems can be solved with friendship, love, and pure imagination. From A is for Asexual...[more]
Climate change will be a defining issue facing Generations Z and Alpha--but research shows that awe is a more powerful motivator for action than fear. With that idea in mind, this handbook is a hope-filled, awe-provoking middle-grade guide to environmental stewardship and the diverse habitats we call...[more]
If a kid were given the opportunity to lead a tour of New York City, where would she go? Would she walk the Brooklyn Bridge for a huge slice of pizza, see the lights in Times Square, or visit the whale at the Museum of Natural History? By following prompts at the end of each page in Little Kid, Big City,...[more]
Beloved border collie Momo is back...if you can find him! • In this follow-up to the hit LET'S FIND MOMO!, young readers spend a day with Momo as he sets off on an adventure across the great outdoors. From the mountains to the beach to a night spent under the stars, babies, toddlers, and parents will delight...[more]
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Every innovator started out as a kid--and in some cases, were kids when they began experimenting with ideas to change the world! Kid Innovators tells the stories of a diverse group of trailblazers in fields like technology, education, business, science, art, and entertainment. Featuring kid-friendly...[more]
Fanfic, cosplay, cons, books, memes, podcasts, vlogs, OTPs and RPGs and MMOs and more—it’s never been a better time to be a girl geek. The Fangirl’s Guide to the Galaxy is the ultimate handbook for ladies living the nerdy life, a fun and feminist take on the often male-dominated world of geekdom....[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: People interested in crystals and other Millennial self-care/self-actualization trends, like modern witchcraft, astrology, and tarot Readers of Basic Witches Fans of Jaya's online culture writing From the co-author of Basic Witches, Crystal Clear explores and demystifies the history,...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Teen girls who are into fandoms Millennial women who are fans of Sam's work A companion to The Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy, this guided journal by Sam Maggs includes essays, prompts, and illustrations to help fangirls get in touch with their dreams, plans, and faves. The Fangirl's...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: People who are interested in weird history and folklore People who are interested in horror and the paranormal Gift givers An illustrated compendium that reveals the true stories behind the most infamous, creepy, and bizarre real-life cursed objects throughout history. Spanning decades...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Horror fans, especially fans of comedic horror movies like Happy Death Day, The Cabin in the Woods, Drag Me to Hell, Shaun of the Dead, Zombieland, and Scream. Fans of Andrew Shaffer From the New York Times bestselling author of Hope Never Dies, T h e Office meets Stephen King in this...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Fans of Maya Rudolph Readers of the For Your Consideration series Fans of Thirst Aid Kit Fans of female comedians and aspiring female comedians For fans of the inimitable Maya Rudolph, this illustrated collection of humorous essays and fun extras makes the case for the versatility and star...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Older Gen Z and younger Millennial women who enjoy young adult fiction across multiple genres Fans of smart, funny Netflix shows for teens like The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and movies like Set It Up Fans of nostalgia shows still popular on streaming, like Buffy The Vampire Slayer...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Kids who love dogs, ages 7 and up (particularly 7-10) Gideon's fan base who follow him on the I've Pet That Dog Twitter & Instagram accounts, which ranges from dog-loving kids to dog-loving adults Gift-giving adults Kids who are curious about dogs or want to love dogs, but feel a little unsure...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Teens who crave fast-paced thrillers like One of Us is Lying, or thrillers with speculative twists like the Delirium trilogy by Lauren Oliver Adult readers who enjoy YA and are nostalgic for the 90s A twisty, timely YA novel about a teenage girl whose reality may not be what it seems,...[more]
Your favorite fairy tales take to the page as geeky, funny, and adorably romantic contemporary YA novels. A handsome sci-fi prince falls for a passionate fangirl. Hollywood's geeky leading lady swaps places with an ordinary con-going girl who could be her twin. Hijinks, hilarity, and sweet love stories...[more]
Clueless gets a makeover that Cher Horowitz and the Bard would approve of in this charming and witty retelling of the beloved ’90s movie, presented as an authentic Shakespearean play written in iambic pentameter. Cher, the fairest maiden of Beverly Hills, takes center stage in this comedy of errors...[more]
The Red Planet takes center stage in this entertaining, well researched, and fully illustrated pop history of Earthlings' long relationship with Mars, and its impact on pop culture, space exploration, and our hopes for the future. Mars has been a source of fascination and speculation ever since the...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Consumers buying gifts for cheese lovers Cheese lovers looking to expand their own knowledge and palette Home entertainers and host/ess gift buyers The perfect gift for the cheese lover in your life, this pocket guide includes a brief history of cheese, a primer on the different types...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Readers of offbeat illustrated humor books like Awkward Yeti, Poorly Drawn Lines, All My Friends Are Dead. Fans of Tales of the Crypt comics and TV show, Black Mirror, and The Twilight Zone. Fans of Cuddles and Rage (the authors). Hungry for humor? Tuck into these darkly funny horror...[more]
Tea is arguably the most popular beverage in the world, but there’s more to know beyond the colorful boxes sold at your local grocery store. Like wine and beer, each tea variety has its own distinct history, source, and flavor profile, from Darjeeling to matcha to Silver Needle. Tea is also embedded...[more]
Book Description Fried Green Tomatoes and Steel Magnolias meet Dracula in this Southern-flavored supernatural thriller set in the '90s about a women's book club that must protect its suburban community from a mysterious and handsome stranger who turns out to be a real monster. Patricia Campbell's life...[more]
With his great hair, piercing blue eyes, and all-American good looks, it would be easy to confuse Chris Evans with his bestknown characters, from the popular high school jock in Not Another Teen Movie to Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But there's much more to Chris Evans than meets...[more]
An illustrated middle-grade fiction series with Gothic and Victorian overtones featuring the misadventures of a cursed 12-year-old bellhop trying to save his family's hotel from the clutches of evil. At the end of the second book in the Warren the 13th series, the Warren Hotel had transformed into a...[more]
M e m e n t o gets a Millennial makeover by debut author Sam Tschida in this smart and edgy comedy about a Kardashians-obsessed woman who wakes up in an LA hospital with amnesia, a torn party dress, and a broken iPhone and must work backward, using her Instagram account, to piece together her identity,...[more]
The iconic song "It's You I Like" from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood is transformed into a board book for a new generation of kids, with illustrations by the bestselling illustrator of A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. For the first time ever, the affirming song "It's You I Like" is in board book form...[more]
The iconic song from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood is transformed into a board book for a new generation of kids, with illustrations by the bestselling illustrator of A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. For the first time ever, Mister Rogers' beloved opening song is in board book form for parents to share...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Horror fans (books, movies, TV shows) True-crime fans, especially fans of My Favorite Murder and other true-crime podcasts Fans of Grady Hendrix The Ring m e e t s S c r e a m in this terrifying, wickedly fun, and totally meta supernatural thriller about a true-crime tale that takes...[more]
For readers craving a humorous antidote to the sound and the fury of American politics, this clever satire, written in iambic pentameter in the style of Shakespeare, wittily fictionalizes the events of the first two years of the Trump administration. No one thought that MacTrump—Lord of MacTrump Towers,...[more]
A fun, lively, and fully illustrated cookbook of 30 original and practical recipes inspired by NBC's hit sitcom The Good Place, filled with the absurd, pun-driven food humor and accessible philosophy that makes the show so popular with fans. With its high concept, exceptional writing, eye-popping set...[more]
Don't be afraid: no vampire, zombie horde, cannibal hillbilly, Japanese vengeance ghost, or other horror movie monster can hurt you...as long as you have this book. Are you reading this in a cornfield, at a summer camp, or in an abandoned mental institution? Have you noticed that everything is poorly...[more]
The perfect gift for the sushi lover in your life, this pocket guide includes a brief history of sushi, how to distinguish between different types of sushi, the flavor profiles and seasonality of sushi fish, the importance of non-fish elements, how to order at a restaurant, how to prepare sushi at home,...[more]
This illustrated collection of humorous essays and fun extras celebrates the high and low of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, including his ascent from the heel of the WWF/WWE to his total domination of Hollywood--and our hearts--as a real-deal nice guy. There are three absolute certainties in life: death,...[more]
This illustrated collection of humorous essays and fun extras celebrates the high and low of Keanu Reeves, including his unique career trajectory from Bill and Ted to bona fide movie star, his meme-worthy moments, his friendships with co-stars like Sandra Bullock and Winona Ryder, and his reputation...[more]
Weird fiction wouldn't exist without the women who created it. Meet the female authors who defied convention to craft some of literature's strangest tales. And find out why their own stories are equally intriguing. Everyone knows about Mary Shelley, creator of Frankenstein; but have you heard of Margaret...[more]
The beloved sequel to Home Alone is now a Pop Classics picture book, featuring everything you loved about the first book, plus New York City at Christmas, a magical toy store, and more! Kevin doesn't want to spend his Christmas vacation in Florida. They don't even have Christmas trees there! But when...[more]
Moving, funny, and totally true childhood biographies and full-color illustrations tell stories from the challenging but defining years of Martin Luther King, Susan B. Anthony, Helen Keller, Malala Yousafzai, and 12 other inspiring activists who championed our civil liberties-and shaped the world. Every...[more]
On the 20th anniversary of its original edition—and needed now more than ever—the authors and experts behind the internationally best-selling Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook are back with a new edition to deliver crucial advice and guide readers through anxious and uncertain times. Fully revised...[more]
Stuff Every Cannabisseur Should Know Series/Series #: STUFF YOU SHOU LD KNOW, #26 Marc Luber TARGET CONSUMER: Primary: Cannabis curious adults 2145 Secondary: Cannabis users ages 2134 The perfect gift for the cannabiscurious and the cannabislover in your life, this pocket guide includes the history,...[more]
For the first time ever, the beloved songs from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood are collected here in a charminglyillustrated treasury, sure to be cherished by adults who grew up with Mister Rogers, and a new generation of children alike. Mister Rogers' Neighborhood had a revolutionary impact on children's...[more]
A graphic novel about innocent, adorable purple creatures who inherit the earth By Michelle Gish At some point in the near future, the human race vanishes from the face of the planet. And in their place cute, child-like, purple quadrupeds emerge to explore the abandoned landscape. Gleeful and astonished,...[more]
"The situation is befetch'd, forsooth!" "She attendeth not this school--gadzooks!" "On Wednesdays 'tis in pink that we attire." "An ordinary mother I am not / But rather I am cool and hip, I wot" "The carriage enter in, make haste, thou clod / 'Tis shopping we endeavor now in squad." The classic movie...[more]
"It's your cousin, Marvin Berry! You know that new version of Back to The Future you're looking for, with the entire movie reimagined as if it were a play written by William Shakespeare? Well, LISTEN TO THIS!" In the iconic film Back to the Future, Marty McFly travels from the 1980s to the 1950s, changing...[more]
Return to the geek-tastic world of Starfield fandom with a tale of a superstar and a superfan who swap lives in this sweet and funny companion novel to GEEKERELLA. Movie star Jessica Stone can't go up onstage at another con and pretend to love Starfield anymore--except that she's contractually obligated....[more]
Things are finally looking up for average tomcat Steve Catson and his pet man Manfried. But when the local man shelter is short of funds, Steve's purrfriend Henrietta has to find a solution or close the shelter down forever. Can Manfried save the day? Or is he too busy fighting with his new roommate Garfield,...[more]
Wax-on, wax-off! This beloved '80s film is now a POP Classic picture book, bringing the heartwarming story of an unlikely friendship to a new generation of fans. When The Karate Kid was released in theaters in 1984, the heartwarming story of the friendship between a bullied boy and his karate teacher...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Readers of internet humor like Tinder Nightmares and the books of David Thorne. Followers of internet culture and social media trends. Knit me into a cocoon...help me eat a burrito...pretend to be a chair at my dinner party...wrestle a komodo dragon...race me in a lobster suit. Author Kelly...[more]
Play hide-and-seek with Momo the adorable border collie...all across Europe! Play hide-and-seek with Momo, the bandana-wearing, head-titling border collie, who loves to tuck himself away for the stunning photographs taken by his BFF Andrew Knapp. The pair's first books--Find Momo, Find Momo Coast to Coast,...[more]
This pocket-sized guide has all the stuff you need to become the coolest grandma, mom-mom, or Mimi on the block! Becoming a grandmother is one of life's biggest joys--but that doesn't mean it's simple! This handy gift book lays out all the wisdom, savvy, and know-how you'll need to navigate, cherish,...[more]
This pocket-sized guide has all the stuff you need to become the coolest granddad, grandpa, or Pop Pop on the block! Becoming a grandfather is one of the most exciting events in a man's life--but there's a lot to learn! This little book is jam-packed with all the wisdom, know-how, and trivia that you'll...[more]
What’s a Survive-o-pedia? An exciting combination of encyclopedia and survival guide, this awesome book tells you the where, what, why, and how of survival in all kinds of extreme situations! Discover the science behind surviving such challenges as: • getting caught in a mudslide • facing an...[more]
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A hilarious spotlight on the strangest second bananas in superhero comics, including junior partners, animal assistants, and even heinous henchmen (sidekicks of the villain world). Complete with vintage art and publication details. Batman has Robin. Captain America has Bucky. And Yankee Doodle had Dandy. Being...[more]
Faust meets rock/heavy metal in this new novel of supernatural horror (and pop culture) by the author of HORRORSTOR, MY BEST FRIEND'S EXORCISM, and PAPERBACKS FROM HELL. In the 1990s, heavy metal band Du?rt Wu?rk was poised for breakout success -- but then lead singer Terry Hunt embarked on a solo career...[more]
A hilarious and nostalgic trip through the history of paperback pre-teen series of the 80s and 90s. Every twenty- or thirty-something woman knows these books. The pink covers, the flimsy paper, the zillion volumes in the series that kept you reading for your entire adolescence. Spurred by the commercial...[more]
Fans of Wonder Women and Sam Maggs Secondary: Readers interested in women's history, women's studies, feminism and girl power. A fun and feisty tour of famous girl BFFs from history who stuck together and changed the world. A modern girl is nothing without her squad of besties. But don't let all the...[more]
From the author who brought young readers KID ATHLETES, KID PRESIDENTS, KID ARTISTS, and KID AUTHORS comes KID SCIENTISTS, a lively look into the childhoods of the world's most brilliant scientists. With the best elements of KID PRESIDENTS, KID ATHLETES, KID ARTISTS, and KID AUTHORS--colorful illustrations,...[more]
Surrealist icon Salvador Dali and iconoclast comedians The Marx Brothers planned a never-made film that merged their sensibilities in a sublime mashup of absurdity, surrealism, slapstick, and wit. But the original screenplay was lost...until now. It sounds like fan fiction, but it's true: modern art...[more]
A smart, contemporary, stylish, and practical handbook for aspiring teen girl activists who are mad as hell about the way the world is going and aren't gonna take it anymore. GIRLS RESIST is a cool, relevant, timely activism handbook that speaks to teen girl readers like the intelligent and passionate...[more]
There's murder at San Diego Comic Con in this entertaining summer read from a Marvel/DC comics veteran Fred Van Lente, featuring illustrations in classic comic book style. Comic book illustrator Michael Yoo is having a terrible week. He's just arrived in San Diego for Comic-Con -- the annual nerd Mardi...[more]
This hilarious pastiche of Agatha Christie's AND THEN THERE WERE NONE embraces all the classic conventions of the Golden Age of Mystery -- with a thoroughly contemporary cast of characters! TARGET CONSUMER: Men and Women 18+ who enjoy classic mysteries...and contemporary comedy. After starring in a hit...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Millennial women who are interested in crafting and DIY, especially Rachel's fans. Young home owners and apartment dwellers. Gift givers. Say goodbye to dull décor and hello to color with 25 simple DIY projects with Rachel Mae Smith, the pink-haired proprietor of popular lifestyle blog...[more]
Great Scott!! The latest in Quirk's series of Pop Classic Picture Books (following HOME ALONE, THE X-FILES, and E.T.) takes readers on a wild time-traveling trip BACK TO THE FUTURE! The biggest movie of 1985 is now the wildest and wackiest picture book of 2018! Even 30 years after its theatrical debut, BACK...[more]
Great Scott!! The latest in Quirk's series of Pop Classic Picture Books (following HOME ALONE, THE X-FILES, and E.T.) takes readers on a wild time-traveling trip BACK TO THE FUTURE! The biggest movie of 1985 is now the wildest and wackiest picture book of 2018! Even 30 years after its theatrical debut, BACK...[more]
From tips for tasting at home to picking the perfect bottle for a BYOB, this how-to handbook is a must-have for wine lovers everywhere. Wine may be one of the world's oldest beverages, but it's never been a better time to pour a glass. Whether you prefer robust reds or crisp, zippy whites, you'll find...[more]
From the bestselling STUFF series comes this handy pocket guide to buying, tasting, and appreciating beer. From classic craft beers to trendy microbreweries, beer is booming nationwide. Whether you prefer light lagers or hearty stouts, you'll find lots to drink in in this pocket-sized guide packed with...[more]
This scandalous chooseable-path romance novel demands you determine your own romantic adventure-and satisfy all your earthly desires along the way! Endless scenarios of high romance, deep desire, and quivering...comedy await your tender caress in this chooseable path romance novel. You are the plucky...[more]
Arriving just in time for the 35th anniversary of the film, this picture book adaptation will introduce everyone's favorite alien to a new generation of fans! When the movie E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was released in 1982, it enchanted millions of kids and surpassed Star Wars to become the highest-grossing...[more]
Use the power of the stars to perfect your relationships with friends, family, partners...everyone you know! Do you know how to live peacefully with a Taurus? Discuss money issues with a Cancer? Improve your sex life with a Scorpio? The Astrology of You and Me offers help and guidance direct from the...[more]
You think you know her story. You’ve read the Brothers Grimm; you’ve watched the Disney cartoons; you cheered as these virtuous women lived happily ever after. But the lives of real princesses couldn’t be more different. Sure, many were graceful and benevolent leaders--but just as many were...[more]
In the world of Manfried the Man, the roles of cats and humans are reversed: humanoid cats are in charge, while tiny, dim-witted, lovable little people are kept as pets. Manfried, a stray man taken in by slacker Steve Catson, becomes the Garfield to his John Arbuckle: lazy, selfish, and sometimes maddening...[more]
Celebrating the weird, gory, feaky, amazing horror fiction of the 70s and 80s. With vintage art, hilarious commentary, recommended reading, and poignant creator biographies. SEE the amazing vintage book covers featuring well-dressed skeletons, evil dolls, knife-wielding killer crabs! READ the shocking plots...[more]
From the bestselling STUFF series comes this pocket-sized guide to eating a fresh, plant-based diet. Ready to try a diet that's greener, healthier, and better for the planet? Stuff Every Vegetarian Should Know is the perfect easy and approachable guide to the world of eating, cooking, and living meatfree. Featuring...[more]
From the team that brought young readers KID ATHLETES, KID PRESIDENTS, and KID ARTISTS comes KID AUTHORS, a lively look into the childhoods of the world's most beloved writers. With the best elements of KID PRESIDENTS, KID ATHLETES and KID ARTISTS--colorful illustrations, kid-relatable subjects, and real...[more]
One the most beloved TV shows of all time is now a sweet, silly, sci-fi bedtime story! The truth is out there (in the backyard)! In The X Files: Earth Children Are Weird, best pals Dana (Scully) and Fox (Mulder) have pitched a tent in the backyard for an overnight sleepover. But the night is full of...[more]
Acclaimed artist Andrew DeGraff has created beautiful hand- painted maps of all your favorite films, from King Kong and North by Northwest to The Princess Bride, Fargo, Labyrinth, Pulp Fiction, even The Breakfast Club - with the routes of every major character charted in meticulous cartographic detail....[more]
Cinderella meets cosplay in this geeky YA romance that takes place once upon a con... Danielle "Elle" Wittimer is an ordinary geek with an ordinary geeky dream--to attend ExcelsiCon, the best, fantastic-est, OMG can't-handle-the-feels no-nerdy-holds-barred comics convention in the entire Eastern seaboard....[more]
At the conclusion of Tania Del Rio and Will Staehle's first novel, Warren the 13th and the All-Seeing Eye, we learned that the Warren Hotel had secret mechanical legs--and the book ended with the hotel walking off into the sunset. This sequel reunites Warren, Petula, and the entire hotel staff for an all-new...[more]
An adorable way to spin a yarn: literary amigurumi characters who are easy to crochet and unreasonably cute! What's the perfect gift for your English-major friend or literature lover? How about an adorable miniature Moby Dick? What's the ideal project to make while you're watching televised period dramas and...[more]
Some culinary mysteries have delicious solutions. From simple tips (crème brûleè) to techniques that take some practice (chopsticks), How to Eat a Lobster will answer your questions with clear instructions and clever illustrations. Sometimes an evening is going really well...until the crawfish arrive....[more]
Babies, toddlers, and kids will love playing hide-and-seek with Momo the adorable border collie, who's patiently hiding in the bright, friendly photos in this board book. This sturdy board book features 11 bright and colorful photo spreads featuring Momo the super-cute border collie hiding on a farm,...[more]
This collection spotlights awesome female superheroes, detectives, gals-next-door, and other characters from the earliest comics to the present day. Complete with vintage art, publication details, and enthusiastic commentary by comics publisher and researcher Hope Nicholson. Think comic books can't feature...[more]
Here are dozens of terrific tips and tricks for planning, growing, and harvesting your garden! Your garden is something to celebrate--it can be rewarding, beautiful, productive, and so much more. And this book can help you decide where to take it next! It features interesting and useful stuff you really...[more]
College Cooking 101: You have a microwave, a mini-fridge, and a very strict budget. What's the easiest path to a satisfying study break snack? College cooking is a special challenge. The dorm kitchen is small, you're on a budget, and your RA is going to be mad if you set off the smoke alarm again. Fortunately,...[more]
The classic Quirk compendium of presidential biographies is back, revised just in time to include America's newest commander in chief. With presidential politics at a fever pitch these days, it's hard to keep fact from fiction--but throughout the history of our country, our leaders have had lives way...[more]
Miss Peregrine's Journal for Peculiar Children Past readers of the Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children series Diarists This beautifully designed journal features vintage black-and white photos and quotes from all three books in the best selling Miss Peregrine series.
TARGET CONSUMER: Home cooks Parents Shape your favorite seasonal foods into a variety of yummy, adorable bento boxes. A sequel to Quirk favorite Yum-Yum Bento Box (over 50,000 copies sold!), this book features 50 bento lunches based on time of year--gingerbread friends in winter, fluttering butterflies...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Fans of The Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy & Sam Maggs People interested in women's history, women's studies, feminism and girl power. Lively and well-researched profiles of some of the world's greatest unknown women in STEM and beyond, from Fangirl's Guide author Sam Maggs. Everybody's...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Home cooks Recent graduates Gift givers A practical guide to showing your stuff in the kitchen. The latest in Quirk's best-selling Stuff series, Stuff Every Cook Should Know is an indispensible reference for any kitchen. With entries on how to make a meal plan, common ingredient substitutions,...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Fans of comics and pop culture Illustrators and designers From banjo-playing Nazis to gangster gorillas, superhero comics have featured some of the weirdest antagonists ever published. This definitive collection of oddball supercrooks presents the most regrettable supervillains of all,...[more]
TARGET CONSUMER: Recently engaged & married couple with a sense of humor Gift givers An unconventional guided journal filled with lighthearted and humorous prompts for married couples. Quick! What's your spouse's... Guilty pleasure food? Weirdest body part? Worst dinner party story? Most unforgiveable...[more]
A humorous, sassy, and girl-powered book of 25 feminismthemed craft projects. Feminism meets DIY in this fun and feisty book of easy crafts to make and share. With projects like merit badges ("started an all-girl band," "rocked roller derby"), power panties ("no means no"), "burning bra" flame lingerie, feminist...[more]
A beautiful behind-the-scenes look at the art and making of the Miss Peregrine movie, by two of Tim Burton's longtime collaborators. This visual tour of the movie world of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children created by iconic filmmaker Tim Burton is sure to be a must-have for fans of the series!...[more]
From the team that brought young readers KID ATHLETES and KID PRESIDENTS comes KID ARTISTS, a lively look into the childhoods of the world's most renowned artists. Young readers asked and we listened: kid artists are here! With the best elements of KID PRESIDENTS and KID ATHLETES--colorful illustrations, kid-relatable...[more]
Broaden your baby's palate one meal at a time: 100 baby- and toddler-friendly recipes that celebrate flavors from around the world. We've all heard stories of one-year-olds in Japan slurping up miso soup and six-month-olds in India tasting warm curried lentil dal. There's no need to limit your baby's...[more]
A sharp and funny urban fantasy for "new adults" that mixes boozy magical concoctions, high-octane demon-fighting, and a twist of wit and strains it all through the terrifying experience that is post-college life. College grad Bailey Chen has a few demons: no job, no parental support, and a rocky relationship...[more]
It's BEACHES meets THE EXORCIST in this heartwarming & horrifying coming-of-age novel by author Grady Hendrix (Horrorstor, Quirk, 2014). Two high school BFFs find their friendship tested when one of them is possessed by a demon. Abby and Gretchen have been BFFs since fifth grade, when they bonded over...[more]
Photographer and cat enthusiast David Williams celebrates the loyal friendships between men and their feline companions. Featuring slice-of-life portraits of more than 50 cat-owning men and the kitties who have stolen their hearts. 50-75 photos of a variety of men with their cats, captured on camera at...[more]
Like its companion title Geek Wisdom, Earth's Mightiest Parents offers advice--in this case, parenting advice--to geeks, nerds, fanboys/girls of all types, taken from the movies, TV shows, comics, and other pop-culture sources they love. It's a combination spell book, prime directive, and holy grail...[more]
Eat your way down the shore: Delicious recipes featuring the best local foods, plus 50 of the essential restaurants, bakeries, markets, and other food destinations that created them. New Jersey Shore Cookbook will feature 50 recipes to make on your trip to the shore--recipes that spotlight fresh seafood...[more]
A gift book designed to look like a magazine for dads, touching on all the lovably weird hobbies, rules, and bad fashion choices that make dads the men we love and love to laugh with (and sometimes at). Contents include feature articles, photo shoots, quizzes, advice columns, horoscopes, and tons of...[more]
Another fast-paced mystery in the popular Nick and Tesla series, featuring a new case to crack and all-new gadgets that kids can build themselves! Super-smart kid inventors Nick and Tesla Holt have outsmarted crooks, spies, and kidnappers. This time they attempt to crack their biggest mystery yet: where...[more]
From the bestselling series of handy how-to guides comes a book for young adults taking their first steps into the Real World. Just because you've got a diploma in hand doesn't mean you know everything! When the cap and gown comes off and the real world takes over, look no further than STUFF EVERY GRADUATE SHOULD...[more]
Maple syrup is much more than a perfect topping for pancakes—it’s a simple and seasonal way to add welcome sweetness to every meal. From fast and nutritious entrees like Maple Tahini Chicken and Broccoli to more sophisticated fare like Maple Cider Brined Pork, these easy recipes will change your...[more]
Pastry baking is one half creativity, one half science, and one half old-fashioned know-how. If that seems confusing, don’t worry: Making Dough makes perfect sense out of the often-intimidating task of preparing homemade pastry dough. With helpful diagrams, easy-to-follow recipes, and step-by-step...[more]
He’s the sort of actor who can do Hamlet and Charlie’s Angels in the same year. He shuns managers and agents and once agreed to voice the part of Garfield because he mistakenly believed it was a Coen brothers film. Bill Murray’s extraordinary career is rich with fascinating anecdotes, contradictions,...[more]
Wedding planning doesn’t have to be stressful! From budgeting to bachelorette parties to writing your own vows, this pocket-sized manual is packed with tips to plan, execute, and enjoy the perfect engagement and wedding. It’s a personal wedding planner you can carry in your pocket . . . the perfect...[more]
The classic movie is now an illustrated Christmas storybook! Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister wished his family would disappear. He never thought his wish would come true! Home Alone arrived in theaters 25 years ago, and it remains the #1 highest-grossing live-action comedy film of all time. Now,...[more]
Includes paper dolls, pantsuits, fashion accessories, and more! It may not be an election year, but you can cast your vote early with the Hillary Rodham Clinton Presidential Playset! This fold-out book features replicas of the Oval Office and other White House locations, plus perforated paper dolls of...[more]
The author and illustrator of Kid Presidents have reteamed to share 20 true tales from the childhoods of famous athletes. From Babe Ruth (so incorrigible that his parents put him in reform school at age 7) to Muhammad Ali (who learned to fight at age 12 after a thief stole his bicycle), Kid Athletes...[more]
Curses! Witches! Secret codes! Monsters! And more! Meet Warren the 13th, a cursed 12-year-old Victorian bellhop who’s terribly unlucky . . . yet perpetually optimistic, hard-working, and curious. Orphan Warren’s pride and joy is his family’s hotel, but he’s been miserable ever since his evil...[more]
The epic conclusion to the best-selling series! Time is running out for the Peculiar Children. With a dangerous madman on the loose and their beloved Miss Peregrine still in danger, Jacob Portman and Emma Bloom are forced to stage the most daring of rescue missions. They’ll travel through a war-torn...[more]
Packed with tips, articles, and how-tos on everything from performing Jedi mind tricks to creating your own cosplay gear to wooing the geek of your dreams, Stuff Every Geek Should Know is an indispensable guide to life, the universe, and everything geeky. Featuring content from Quirk's nerdiest titles...[more]
Discover your new favorite summer cocktail: Use fresh, seasonal ingredients to create delicious cocktails and small plates. A follow-up companion to the recently released WINTER COCKTAILS, SUMMER COCKTAILS offers more than 70 cocktails and small bites for the warmer months. The drinks are classic, sophisticated,...[more]
featuring a new case to crack and all-new gadgets that kids can build themselves! Bright siblings and amateur inventors Nick and Tesla Holt are back in this fifth installment. Fresh off their last case at the museum, the kids are in for a whole new mystery to solve, and they can only do it with their...[more]
Golf at the top of your game. From course etiquette to golf travel tips to playing in the rain, this book is packed with Stuff Every Golfer Should Know. The next book in Quirk's "Stuff" series, Stuff Every Golfer Should Know is a handy guide to the golfing life. Sections include "About the Game," "The...[more]
Momo loves to hide—and you’ll love looking for him! In this follow-up to Find Momo, the canine Instagram superstar (and his best buddy, Andrew Knapp) travel across the United States and Canada, visiting iconic landmarks and unique off-the-map marvels. Look for Momo hiding in Grand Central Station,...[more]
The Mystery Writers of America have joined forces to deliver this superb collection of more than 100 wickedly good recipes. From Mary Higgins Clark’s Celebratory Giants Game Night Chili and Harlan Coben’s Crabmeat Dip to Scott Turow’s Innocent Frittata and Kathy Reich’s Shrimp Scampi, this cookbook...[more]
For every superhero hitting the big time with a blockbuster movie, there are countless failures, also-rans, and D-listers. The League of Regrettable Superheroes affectionately presents one hundred of the strangest superheroes ever to see print—from Atoman to Zippo—complete with backstories, vintage...[more]
The latest installment in the bestselling STUFF series helps grooms get ready for the biggest day of their lives. The best-selling Stuff series is back with Stuff Every Groom Should Know, the last little black book a husband-to-be will ever need. From overcoming proposal jitters to planning the ultimate...[more]
Watch out, Anne Geddes! These adorable babies are Web-savvy and they’re gonna eat your lunch. Quirk’s How to Make Your Cat an Internet Celebrity showed cat lovers everywhere how to become global multimedia entrepreneurs. Now new parents can share the wealth thanks to this delightful companion volume....[more]
The petite shell-shaped cakes known as madeleines are versatile, pretty, and absolutely delicious. Made famous by Marcel Proust in his novel In Search of Lost Time, this classic French treat is now loved the world over. Beautifully illustrated and lovingly researched, Madeleines features recipes for...[more]
Wilhelm Staehle’s Silhouette Masterpiece Theater (silhouettemasterpiecetheater.com) is the rare Web comic that deserves to be printed. Each panel in the popular weekly strip features a painstakingly detailed etching carved from a beautiful painting; the results are gorgeous and very funny. These two...[more]
Wilhelm Staehle’s Silhouette Masterpiece Theater (silhouettemasterpiecetheater.com) is the rare Web comic that deserves to be printed. Each panel in the popular weekly strip features a painstakingly detailed etching carved from a beautiful painting; the results are gorgeous and very funny. These two...[more]
Another electrifying adventure—and cybernetic contraption—from Quirk’s favorite kid scientists! Bright siblings—and amateur inventors—Nick and Tesla Holt are back in this fourth installment of their whiz-bang middle grade series. With the mystery of the spy’s identity solved, the kids face...[more]
Two centuries of covers from the world’s most beloved author Jane Austen’s six novels are true classics, still immensely popular some 200 years after their first publication. But although the celebrated stories never change, the covers are always different. Jane Austen Cover to Cover compiles two...[more]
Because every president started out as a kid. The kids who grew up to be president were like a lot of other children. Some struggled with schoolwork and got into fights; others pranked their teachers and infuriated their parents. William Howard Taft was forced to take dance lessons. Gerald Ford struggled...[more]
Think you’re pretty smart? Turn the pages to play your moves and watch as Tic Tac Tome beats you forward, backward, and diagonally. Tic Tac Tome features more than 1,400 pages, hundreds of draws and losses, and just one way for a clever reader to win. No apps, batteries, or touch screens required—Tic...[more]
It's an art/photography book, it's a game book, and it's the best gift book for doglovers since William Wegman started photographing his weimaraners. FIND MOMO invites readers to play hide and seek with Momo the border collie, a playful dog who's particularly good at hiding in a variety of beautiful...[more]
For decades, we believed the keys to personal wealth were a college diploma and marketable job skills—but no more. Today, your best hope for financial security is literally right at your feet: it’s your cat. The Internet offers an unprecedented opportunity for cats to become superstar “personalities”...[more]
Haute Dogs gives the classic cookout staple a fresh and tasty twist, with recipes inspired by everything from south-of-the-border BBQ to Japanese fusion to modern food-cart cuisine. Handcraft your own top-notch dogs, buns, and condiments with stepby- step from-scratch instructions, and brush up on your...[more]
Part memoir, part guide to life, and all incredibly funny, How to Succeed in Business without Really Crying is a book by a woman—and for women—who are driven, determined, and definitely not afraid to “lean in.” Carol Leifer is lucky to have had a long career in comedy, from 1970s stand-up to...[more]
On the heels of NICK AND TESLA\'S HIGHVOLTAGE DANGER LAB and NICK AND TESLA\'S ROBOT ARMY RAMPAGE, here comes a third book of middlegradeadventures (and topsecret contraptions!) In this third installment, 11 year old wizkids Nick and Tesla discover that someone in the quiet town of Half Moon Bay has...[more]
The third and final installment in the Edgar Award winning "preapocalyptic" Last Policeman series featuring detective Hank Palace. With the doomsday asteroid looming, Detective Hank Palace has found sanctuary in the woods of New England, secure in a well-stocked safe house with other onetime members...[more]
On the heels of the bestselling STUFF EVERY MAN SHOULD KNOW, JOKES EVERY MAN SHOULD KNOW, and STUFF EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW comes a book for all the stuff they DON\'T teach you in class. Learn to survive all nighters, cram for exams, to actually doing their own laundry and deal with roommate drama...[more]
With over 9 million copies sold worldwide, the Worst-Case Scenario series has been preparing readers for dangers of all kinds for more than a decade. This handsome large-format hardcover compendium is truly the ultimate guide for handling life’s inevitable Worst-Case Scenarios, collecting—for the...[more]
Blind dates, bad kissers, breakup texts, nightmare hook ups—it’s a jungle out there! Luckily, the authors of the bestselling Worst-Case Scenario series have created the most comprehensive handbook for surviving the wilds d’amour through every phase of a relationship, from courting and getting...[more]
The perfect companion to Stuff Every Man Should Know (160,000 net) and Jokes Every Man Should Know (140,000 net), Quotes Every Man Should Know is chock full of aphorisms, bons mots, and universal truths for every occasion. With sections on immortal quotations, inspirational quotations, humorous quotations, famously...[more]
Here’s a guide to baking delicious desserts with a colorful twist: sprinkles! Of course you can scatter them over cakes and pies—but you can also swirl them into waffles, “embroider” them on cookies, and freeze them in pretty popsicles. Jackie Alpers shares dozens of creative, colorful, super-fun...[more]
When the days grow shorter and the air gets crisp, it’s time to gather with friends for drinks that’ll put a rosy glow on your chilly cheeks. In Fireside Cocktails, Maria del Mar Sacasa and Tara Striano share more than 50 recipes for cold-weather cocktails and mixed beverages, including mulled ciders,...[more]
Great for artsy kids who have outgrown coloring books! You’ve never seen a doodle book quite like this one! Photo Doodles invites young artists and designers to complete more than a hundred different photographs, everything from rollercoasters and soda can labels to book covers and imperial palaces....[more]
In our newest book, Substitute Creature, after a giant storm dumps over a meter of snow on the town, Robert and his friends find themselves trapped in Lovecraft Middle School. They have no choice but to spend the night sleeping in classrooms and facing off against a sinister substitute teacher.
Cut two eyeholes into a bedsheet and BOO! You’ve got yourself a classic Halloween icon. But what happens if you tie the bed sheet in knots? What happens when you set it on fire, hang it from a clothesline, or put a llama underneath it? 100 Ghosts is a brilliantly simple artistic exploration of an icon...[more]
They’re soft, they’re colorful, and they add a touch of whimsy to everything they meet. They’re pompoms! And they’re more adorable than ever. This delightfully illustrated craft book takes readers through more than 25 pomdecorated crafts, from cozy home decor projects to striking outfit accessories...[more]
You keep your action figures in their original packaging. Your bedsheets are officially licensed Star Wars merchandise. You’re hooked on science fiction and video games, but now you’ve discovered an even bigger obsession: the new girl who just moved in down the hall. What’s a geek to do? Take...[more]
In 1784, Thomas Jefferson struck a deal with his slave, 19-year-old James Hemings. The Founding Father was traveling as ambassador to Paris and wanted to bring James along “for a particular purpose”—to master the art of French cooking. In exchange for James’s cooperation, Jefferson would...[more]
Philadelphia. The late 1870s. A city of cobblestone sidewalks and horse-drawn carriages. Home to the famous anatomist and surgeon Dr. Spencer Black. The son of a “resurrectionist” (aka grave robber), Dr. Black studied at Philadelphia’s esteemed Academy of Medicine, where he develops an unconventional...[more]
Set three months before the deadly asteroid 2011GV1 is due to hit Earth, this Last Policeman sequel chronicles the further adventures of Hank Palace. The Concord Police Department is now operating under the auspices of the U.S. Justice Department, and Hank is out of a job—until he’s hired by a business...[more]
Kids love pasta! It’s fun, easy to make, and good to eat. Noodlemania! serves up 50 great recipes to play with in the kitchen, from crazy-cute Super Stuffed Slugs and Ladybug Salad to savory Totally Tortellini Kabobs and Big Fat Cheesy Shells. It even has recipes for sweet desserts and snacks, like...[more]
You were terrified by Professor Gargoyle. You were repulsed by The Slither Sisters. But nothing can prepare you for the madness and mayhem of Teacher’s Pest—volume three of Tales from Lovecraft Middle School! Young Howard Mergler appears to be the very model of a teacher’s pet—he earns straight...[more]
Wedding Dogs captures man’s best friend at 75 weddings—dogs as the best man, maid of honor, ring bearer, or another member of the wedding party! Decked out in little doggy tuxedos or sporting a wreath of roses around their necks, these pooches share in the wedding couple’s big day. Each photograph...[more]
Bring simple, fresh flower recipes to your kitchen table! Edible flowers are abundant and easy to cook with but are often overlooked as being intimidating or too fancy. Cooking with Flowers is filled with special confections and easy everyday treats that everyone will love, from jewel-toned Violet Jam...[more]
The next book in Quirk’s best-selling Stuff series, Jokes Every Woman Should Know is filled with hilarious jokes, stories, and one-liners. Topics include men, marriage, being single, careers, kids, gynecology, money, and much more. With more than 100 jokes, alternate versions, and tips on timing,...[more]
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children was the surprise best seller of 2011—an unprecedented mix of YA fantasy and vintage photography that enthralled readers and critics alike. Publishers Weekly called it “an enjoyable, eccentric read, distinguished by well-developed characters, a believable...[more]
So you want to produce a short film. Or design a new line of jewelry. Or manufacture a revolutionary solar-powered garden sprinkler. There’s just one catch: You need $100,000 to finance your dreams, and your checking account has barely enough to cover next month’s rent. Enter Kickstarter.com—a...[more]
Swissted takes rock concert posters of the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s and remixes and reimagines them through a Swiss modernist lens. The result is some of the coolest images you’ve ever seen! The book features 200 posters, all micro-perforated and ready to frame. Or keep them bound in one collection...[more]
“Who’s on first. What’s on second. I Don’t Know’s on third.” One of the classic comedy sketches of all time is now transformed into a priceless picture book—and it’s a great read for kids of all ages. Follow the mistaken identities, confusion, and lots of laughs as Rabbit and Bear act...[more]
Adored by many, it’s time for breakfast to take center stage at the dinner table! Inside this magnificent breakfast-anytime cookbook, you’ll find breakfast recipes with a twist. It covers hearty main dishes, quick and easy sides and starters, and delicious drinks and desserts. Enjoy Sunny-Side-Up...[more]
Kids love jokes and everyone in the family will enjoy this small size companion to Jokes Every Man Should Know (120,000 copies sold to date). Monkeyfarts! is guaranteed to be a hit on the playground and at holiday gatherings! US$8.99
Classic Mystery fans and science-fiction readers alike will enjoy this genre twist as The Last Policeman presents a fascinating portrait of a pre-apocalyptic United States dissolving into dissipation and despair. Most people have abandoned their jobs. But not Detective Hank Palace. As our story opens,...[more]
Follow the adventures of Lovecraft Middle School and 11 year-oldsRobert, Glenn and Carina, as creepy things keep on happening. In \'Professor Gargoyle\', 11-year old Robert and his new friends Glenn and Carina discover that the school library might be a portal to another world, one teeming with monsters,...[more]
Follow the adventures of Lovecraft Middle School and 11 year-oldsRobert, Glenn and Carina, as creepy things keep on happening. In The Slither Sisters, we follow Robert and his friends deeper into the world of Lovecraft Middle School and its bizarre parallel dimension, where they meet a pair of mysterious...[more]
Poor Vanilla--her sexy sister Chocolate gets all the attention! But now Quirk is giving this unappreciated ingredient the complete makeover it deserves. Pure Vanilla is a gorgeous cookbook celebrating the world\'s most heavenly and ambrosial flavour in recipes for breakfast, cakes and cookies, custards,...[more]
In Tiny Food Party, Jenny Park and Teri Lyn Fisher share dozens of quick and easy recipes for bite size munchies, such as Two Bite Cheesecakes, savory miniature onion rings made from shallots, and adorable breakfast tarts. With full color photographs of every recipes, plus tips and tricks for downsizing...[more]
With more than 100 different spreads to envision, design and draw, Fill in the Blank offers everything you need to jump start your imagination. Want to design a tattoo? Here is a body. Want to build a new castle on the cliff side? Here is the landscape. These exercises are guaranteed to make you think...[more]
Based on the popular blog, Born this Way shares more than 100 different memories of growing up gay, lesbian , bisexual,or transgendered. Childhood photographs are accompanied by sweet, funny and at times heartbreaking personal stories. This intimate little book is a wonderful gift and gives young people...[more]
Make something new every day of the year! Craft a Day offers daily inspiration along with weekly themes to kick start your imagination. Author Sarah Goldschadt provides whimsical ideas for basic crafts that require no advance skills or crazy crafting tools; these projects are as fun and easy to make...[more]
A new adventure begins in the Amazon jungle with the third installment of the WCS Ultimate Adventure series! Join an expedition of students crossing the Amazon from the source of the Amazon river, all the way to the ocean! You’ll be faced with real dangers and decisions, and your choices will determine...[more]
Join one of the youngest crews to ever sail around the world in this fourth installment of the Worst Case Scenario Ultimate Adventure Novel series! Faced with fearsome dangers and difficult decisions, your choices will determine your fate on the deadly seas. Will you survive tropical storms, high winds,...[more]
There are people who love zombies. There are people who love tarot decks. And there’s an incredibly large group of people who love both. The Zombie Tarot will follow the format of our acclaimed HOUSEWIVES TAROT with 78 full-color illustrations from acclaimed artist/designer Paul Kepple, and helpful...[more]
When Evelyn Morgan walks into Thorne & Son, a bookstore in the Cornish village of Clewes, she doesn\'t know that she\'s going to meet the love of her life. When Brendan Thorne sells her a medieval poem called The Book of the Green Knight, he doesn\'t know that it will shape his future. After that first...[more]
On the heels of the successful Stuff Every Woman Should Know comes the volume that we don’t know what we’d do without: Stuff Every Mom Should Know. Full of the priceless, practical wisdom that moms of all ages need to know, from Baby-Proofing like an Expert to Making a Long Wait Fun, from Hosting...[more]
On the heels of the successful Stuff Every Man Should Know (over 70,000 sold!) comes the volume that we don’t know what we’d do without: Stuff Every Dad Should Know. Full of the priceless, practical wisdom that dads of all ages need to know, from “Baby-clothes dos and don’ts” to “How to deal...[more]
Includes 100 Ready-to-Frame Posters! Shepard Fairey’s instant-classic “Hope” poster for Barack Obama elevated the age-old art of the campaign poster back into the forefront of American awareness. Now Quirk digs through the Library of Congress archives and finds that our political history is full...[more]
Approximately 50 recipes! Once you\'ve had a fresh, homemade marshmallow, it\'s suddenly like you\'ve never really had one before. Marshmallow Madness! is a sweet and beautifully photographed cookbook full of easy-to-follow recipes for classic homemade mallows like Chocolate and Vanilla Bean, as well...[more]
Approximately 50 recipes! 100% Egg-Free! Kitchen magician and blogger Lindsay Landis shares her secret recipes for yummy (and egg-free) cookie doughs that you can eat raw, plus more than 50 recipes for delicious cookie dough desserts. US$18.95
He is the perfect presidential candidate. Conservatives love his hard-hitting Republican résumé. Liberals love his passion for peaceful diplomacy. The media can’t get enough of his larger-than-life personality. Regular folks can identify with his larger-than-life physique. And all the American people...[more]
The Pregnancy Instruction Kit shall contain the following elements: • 1 copy of Pregnancy Instruction Manual • 10 invitation cards and envelopes for the baby shower • 1 poster • 1 pregnancy notebook • 1 magnet that allows to write on it and erase with useful numbers, plus pen
In this ultimate adventure join the youngest crew of astronauts ever to make the trip to Mars! You’ll be faced with real dangers and decisions, and your choices will determine your fate on the Red Planet. Will you achieve your mission and return home to Earth safely, successfully earning the title...[more]
Here are 707 indie rock concert posters from the archives of Gigposters.com -- including 101 full-size posters that are perforated and ready to frame! Since 2001, Gigposters.com has been the Internet\'s premier resource for rock-show poster art; their massive online database showcases more than 100,000...[more]
THE COOKIEPEDIA is a trusty, durable, and cozy-cute cookie book reminiscent of the old Betty Crocker volumes and hand-bound church-group cookbooks made by our mothers and grandmothers. Inside, you\'ll find easy illustrated instructions for all the classic homemade cookie recipes: --Chocolaty cookie...[more]
Why don\'t more guys read poetry? Because it doesn\'t speak to them. As contemporary poets tackle subjects like incest, menstruation, and pine cones, regular guys are left scratching their heads. Who can speak for Everyman? Who will give voice to his passions, his fears, his dreams? Who can articulate...[more]
Alex and Susan Wendt are the perfect couple in search of the perfect Brooklyn brownstone--and the house at 56 Cranberry Street is too good to pass up. Sure, the landlady seems a little eccentric. And the creepy handyman drops too many strange remarks about the previous tenants. But the sidewalk is lined...[more]
On hit TV shows, in best-selling books, blockbuster films, video games, and comics, pop culture has been overrun by hordes of vampires, zombies, werewolves, ghosts, wizards, and other paranormal creatures. Luckily, the authors of the Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook series are back with all-new,...[more]
Something strange is happening at the Orsk furniture superstore in Columbus, Ohio. Every morning, employees arrive to find broken Kjerring wardrobes, shattered Bräcken glassware, and vandalized Liripip sofabeds—clearly, someone or something is up to no good. To unravel the mystery, five young employees...[more]
Quirk boldly goes where no OPPOSITES book has gone before with this campy, hilarious, and collectible impulse book. Part real children’s book, part STAR TREK humor book, THE STAR TREK BOOK OF OPPOSITES will feature full-color photographs of classic Star Trek’s most famous characters, villains, and...[more]
Open this little book of Micro Crafts for a tiny world of miniature arts and crafts! Full-color photos illustrate 25+ completed projects, each smaller than a spool of thread. Simple step-by-step instructions, detail photos, and process illustrations provide everything you’ll need for crafting scraps,...[more]
The 21st century is a world where, more than ever, information and ideas are power—which means it's a world where the people with information and ideas are the most desirable people of all. After years of being pantsed after class and mocked for our obsessions with math, sci-fi and computers, finally,...[more]
Thousands of cookbooks feature fancy gadgets, slick celebrity chefs, and exotic ingredients that are hard to pronounce. But what about the little old lady recipes that are the true stars of the potluck, the church social, and every single holiday party since the dawn of time? Whatever happened to cheesy...[more]
Jokes Every Man Should Know armed guys with humor to entertain any audience. Dirty Jokes Every Man Should Know gave them the material to take it to the next level. But sometimes, a fellow’s pals just will not cut him a break—and for those occasions, Quirk is proud to presents Insults Every Man Should...[more]
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to climb THE WORLD’S TALLEST MOUNTAIN? Now’s your chance! In this real adventure, you’ll be part of the youngest team ever to climb Mount Everest. You’ll be faced with real dangers and real decisions, and it’ll be up to you to make all the right...[more]
You never know when you might encounter something magical, mythical, out-of-this-world, or just plain freaky, so make sure you’re prepared. This book is packed with secrets and tips from folklore, history, and science that will help you get through the strangest situations. Inside you’ll find...[more]
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies was the surprise publishing phenomenon of 2009; the book spent more than 40 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller list and pioneered a bizarre micro-genre of monster mash-up literature. PPZ’s prequel, Dawn of the Dreadfuls, was also a New York Times Bestseller. Now...[more]
Quirk leads mashup lit into bold new territory, turning the formula inside out to infuse Franz Kafka’s horrific masterpiece “The Metamorphosis” with the fuzziest, snuggliest, most adorable invaders possible: kittens! Gregor Samsa is a humble young man who supports his unemployed parents and teenage...[more]
We’ve all heard Yo Momma jokes before. They’re heartless, hurtful, and cruel. “Yo momma so stupid, she needs two hours to watch 60 Minutes.” “Yo momma so ugly, they filmed Gorillas in the Mist in her shower.” Now, just in time for Mother’s Day, Quirk Books is proud to present Yo Momma So...[more]
Boogers. Barf. Bad Breath. Whether it’s the rotting cheese in the back of the fridge or the B.O. from the sweaty armpit right next to you, there’s a whole lot of gross out there. This book has all the tips and tricks you’ll need to deal with all that “yuck” without losing your lunch along...[more]
On the heels of the successful Stuff Every Man Should Know and Stuff Every Woman Should Know comes the volume that both genders will treasure: Stuff Every Husband Should Know. Full of the priceless, practical wisdom that all wives hope their husbands possess, from "How to Make Decisions" to "The Ten...[more]
You’ve already heard the results of your first pregnancy test, and now you’re ready for the second! The Pregnancy Test answers all the blush-worthy questions you’d rather not ask your doctor: Why does my pee smell weird?; Can I skydive while pregnant?; If my baby only weighs 1 pound so far, why...[more]
Why is it that delicious snacks often taste even better on a stick? Coconut Shrimp, Caramel Pears, and Haloumi Skewers are scrumptious hors d’oeuvres; Corndogs, Deep-Fried Candy Bars, and Fudge Puppies are junk food perfection. Everyone loves party food, cart food, and fair food on a stick! Just in...[more]
The Skywriting Journal is a handy 160-page notebook full of fluffy white clouds, desert sunsets, lightening storms, and early morning sunbeams! It turns the sky into a canvas for notes, musings, doodles, and drawings.
You see it everywhere: Active, physical, rough-and-tumble play—what some might call “roughhousing”—has become marginalized. Gym classes are being shortened; recess periods are being eliminated. Kids are safety-belted and helmeted to within an inch of their lives. Is it any wonder children retreat...[more]
Open this little book of Witch Craft for a spellbinding collection of dark arts and crafts! Full-color photos of 25+ completed projects are accompanied by simple illustrated instructions for crafting scraps, found objects, and everyday items into wonderfully witchy treats. Each step-by-step project is...[more]
Night of the Living Trekkies By It’s a zombie apocalypse and only one thing matters: What would Captain Kirk do? Just as Pride and Prejudice and Zombies blended monster mayhem with the world of regency romance, Night of the Living Trekkies mixes a zombie apocalypse with the enduring mythology...[more]
Sense and Sensibility and Sea Mosters co-author Ben H. Winters is back with an all-new collaborator, legendary Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy, and the result is Android Karenina—an enhanced edition of the classic love story set in a dystopian world of robots, cyborgs, and interstellar space travel. As...[more]
With more than one million copies in print, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies was the surprise publishing phenomenon of 2009. A best seller on three continents, PPZ has been translated into 21 languages and optioned to become a major motion picture. In this terrifying and hilarious prequel, we witness...[more]
A mysterious island shrouded in fog. An abandoned orphanage that’s crawling with spiders and rats. A locked cabinet filled with crumbling 19th century photographs and files. When he seeks escape after a fight with his father, a young boy accidentally stumbles upon an abandoned building, only to discover...[more]
Home Economics reintroduces readers to thrifty tips, down-home know-how, honest-to-goodness advice, and delicious recipes. Modeled on and compiled from vintage home-ec textbooks, this adorable guide contains everything needed to whip up and keep up a happy and healthy home life. It’s the art—and...[more]
On the heels of the successful Jokes Every Man Should Know, Stuff Every Man Should Know, and Dirty Jokes Every Man Should Know we are proud to present a companion volume, Recipes Every Man Should Know, which shares the same format as Jokes and Stuff and features a wealth of easy-to-make recipes, valuable...[more]
What’s in a Monte Cristo? Who eats Spaghetti Sandwiches? And what makes a sandwich a sandwich? Find out in the entertaining and illuminating Encyclopedia of Sandwiches, a handy pocket reference to the best food since, well, sliced bread. As Alan Davidson notes in the Oxford Companion to Food, “Sandwiches...[more]
All the world’s a stage when the curtains rise on this theater-in-a-box! Masterpuppet Theatre features 60 paper finger puppets of your favorite Shakespeare characters—from Hamlet and Ophelia to Lady Macbeth, King Lear, Romeo, Juliet, Puck, Falstaff, and more, and a 96-page “folio” of scripts...[more]
Series description: Danger! It lurks at every corner. Volcanoes. Sharks. Quicksand. Terrorists. The pilot of the plane blacks out and it\'s up to you to land the jet. What do you do? The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook is here to help: jam-packed with how-to, hands-on, step-by-step, illustrated...[more]
Series description: Danger! It lurks at every corner. Volcanoes. Sharks. Quicksand. Terrorists. The pilot of the plane blacks out and it\'s up to you to land the jet. What do you do? The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook is here to help: jam-packed with how-to, hands-on, step-by-step, illustrated...[more]
Series description: Danger! It lurks at every corner. Volcanoes. Sharks. Quicksand. Terrorists. The pilot of the plane blacks out and it's up to you to land the jet. What do you do? The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook is here to help: jam-packed with how-to, hands-on, step-by-step, illustrated...[more]
Series description: Danger! It lurks at every corner. Volcanoes. Sharks. Quicksand. Terrorists. The pilot of the plane blacks out and it\'s up to you to land the jet. What do you do? The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook is here to help: jam-packed with how-to, hands-on, step-by-step, illustrated...[more]
Series description: Danger! It lurks at every corner. Volcanoes. Sharks. Quicksand. Terrorists. The pilot of the plane blacks out and it\'s up to you to land the jet. What do you do? The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook is here to help: jam-packed with how-to, hands-on, step-by-step, illustrated...[more]
Series description: Danger! It lurks at every corner. Volcanoes. Sharks. Quicksand. Terrorists. The pilot of the plane blacks out and it\'s up to you to land the jet. What do you do? The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook is here to help: jam-packed with how-to, hands-on, step-by-step, illustrated...[more]
Japanese boxed lunches are called bento (or obento). These cute, yummy, healthy lunches are all the rage in Japan, where mothers think of them as an expression of love for their children. Bento boxes can be made from scratch, but they are also a great way to enjoy leftovers. Easy, nutritious, super-cute...[more]
Another major life change—marriage—is addressed in the newest installment of our best-selling Owner’s and Instruction Manuals series. The Newlywed’s Instruction Manual is the perfect follow-up to Bride and Groom. The Newlywed’s Instruction Manual will deal with all the issues that arise during...[more]
Following the success of smash hits Penis Pokey and What’s Your Poo Telling You? comes the latest impulse-y, crude, I-can’t-believe-they-are-publishing-this-book book—Hip Snips. Yes, it’s about trendy new hairstyles, but not where you think. The trendy new hairstyles are down there. That’s...[more]
Booze Cakes are yummy and a little bit tipsy! This gorgeous full-color cookbook features easy, step-by-step recipes for time-tested Classic Booze Cakes, such as Black Forest Cake, Golden Rum Cake, and English Trifle; individually portioned and party-perfect Cocktail Cakes, such as Piña Colada Cake,...[more]
Dozens of books exist about “sexy” drinks: the Cosmo, Sex on the Beach, Buttery Nipple. But what about the old man drink? The Old Fashioned. The Sidecar. The Gibson. What about them? It’s time to pay tribute to those timeless go-to drinks that the old man at the bar always orders. They’re back...[more]
Family travel is the biggest segment of the travel market—more families travel than businessmen, couples, and any other demographic! The Smart Family’s Passport is a collection of valuable, useful, and money-saving tips for any family who loves to travel. All the tips come from real families—moms,...[more]
On the heels of Secret Lives of Great Authors, Great Artists, and Great Composers comes Secret Lives of Great Filmmakers—a look at screen legends ranging from D.W. Griffith and Charlie Chaplin to Martin Scorcese and the Coen Brothers. Learn behind-the-scenes bios and true tawdry tales of your favorite...[more]
On the heels of the successful Jokes Every Man Should Know and Stuff Every Man Should Know comes the companion for the fairer sex—Stuff Every Woman Should Know. Full of valuable information that can apply to women of all ages, from How to Throw a Party at a Moment’s Notice to How to Flirt...[more]
Just like people, plants are searching for the perfect companion. That’s right, they’re looking for their soil mates, and it’s our job as gardeners to help these lovelorn veggies find each other. In Soil Mates, a sweet little guide to companion planting, you’ll learn why Broccoli loves Rosemary...[more]
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies was our surprise hit of 2009, with more than 500,000 copies in print and tons of buzz from the New York Times, National Public Radio, the BBC, Slate, the Los Angeles Times, the Boston Globe, Entertainment Weekly, Time magazine, USA Today, the Washington Post, and many...[more]
The first Sherlock Holmes adventure appeared in 1888, but today the detective is more popular than ever—witness the upcoming release of Sherlock Holmes, starring Robert Downey Jr. as the legendary Victorian sleuth and Jude Law as his faithful chronicler, Dr. John H. Watson. For readers who dream of...[more]
At long last, here is the definitive collection of the douchiest remarks of all time. The Quotable Douchebag is the first quote book of its kind. With more than 1,000 amazingly douchey remarks, readers will finally be able to find the worst quotation for any occasion. Chock-full of dimwitted wisdom from...[more]
Hot on the heels of Quirk’s surprise spring 2008 best seller, Dirty Jokes Every Man Should Know packages more than 100 of the raunchiest jokes you’ve ever heard, all packaged in a sophisticated little black book. Including: four jokes about lonely lumberjacks, six about popes, three about sheep,...[more]
The brilliant minds at mental_floss have entertained millions of trivia buffs with their unique magazine and publishing program. Now they\'ve produced their first trivia card game. Each card contains two statements. One is true, the other is not. Can you spot the Big Fat Lie? Here\'s one from the...[more]
Even for the nerves-of-steel creators of the Worst-Case Scenario Handbooks, there is a place so dangerous, frightening, and fraught with pitfalls that few ever want to return there. What is this awful place? Middle School! But it doesn’t have to be that way. Inside are practical instructions to help...[more]
What’s the secret to making luscious lollipops and lemon drops? How do you make the perfect raspberry chocolate truffle? And what puts the crunch in buttercrunch toffee? Find out in Field Guide to Candy, a handy pocket reference to more than 100 candy recipes, complete with the fascinating historical...[more]
Quirk negotiating with the agent to get the rights back to this title to sell abroad.
Vintage clothing never goes out of style, offering couture quality at a fraction of the price. In The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping, vintage dealer Melody Fortier demystifies the buying process, telling you just what to look for, what to avoid, and what to expect to pay. And so that you can put your...[more]
In the fine tradition of Secret Lives of Great Authors and Secret Lives of Great Artists comes the latest entry in Quirk’s successful series: Secret Lives of Great Composers. You’ve heard their scores in countless movies, from Fantasia to Apocalypse Now--now get the skinny on their tumultuous lives,...[more]
Author Elizabeth Laban writes, “Even though my mother was able to soothe my agitated infant immediately, there was a lot she didn’t remember – things like how to bathe and swaddle a baby, and what to avoid feeding a child younger than one year old. Some of these things may even have changed since...[more]
From Pregnancy to Baby to Toddler, Quirk’s Owner’s and Instruction Manuals have taught parents everywhere (by the hundreds of thousands) all about the wonders, mysteries, and realities of impending and actual parenting. Now comes the final frontier: the moment when your pre-teen turns into a full-fledged...[more]
By Christopher Behrens Following the huge success of Penis Pokey, here comes another hilarious, slightly inappropriate title: The Penis Pokey Sketchbook. Featuring a few new Pokey “situations,” activities, and you-complete-the-picture illustrations, this sketchbook will have you laughing your...[more]
The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Extreme Junior Edition -- The best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series returns with this \"extreme\" follow-up to the Junior Edition. Packed with funny, kid friendly instructions for the most extreme situations such as how to handle an encounter with a tarantula,...[more]
With Gig Posters Volume I, here are 500-750 rock concert posters from the biggest artists in the business—including 100 perforated, full-size posters that you can tear out and hang anywhere. On the reverse of each poster is a short bio of the artist, plus images of his other notable posters. Where...[more]
What New York City natives and tourists need to know, from getting a cab to chasing away cockroaches, stopping a runaway hot dog cart, and escaping a swarm of pigeons. From the Worst-Case Scenario folks, here is more invaluable advice for surviving life’s most dangerous and uncomfortable situations....[more]
Dogs might be man’s best friend, but that doesn’t mean they don’t poop on the rug. The perfect book for dog owners and would-be dog owners. Points out the problems and solutions—puppy-proofing your home, removing skunk odors from your dog, how to teach an old dog new tricks, how to give your...[more]
What could be more worst-case than breaking up with your lover? Includes what to do if you’re left at the altar; tell-tale signs your relationship is over; how to show up at a party alone; treating red, puffy eyes; and how to make your bed feel fuller. From the Worst-Case Scenario folks, here is...[more]
Whether you retire young with your venture capital fortune or later with Social Security, retirement can be filled with great experiences—or perilous adventure in need of Worst-Case attention. This indispensable guide includes how to drive a golf cart in bad weather, how to deal with sea sickness on...[more]
The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Extreme Edition -- How could it get any worse? For the latest book in the phenomenally successful Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook series, the authors have pulled out all the stops, harkening back to the core appeal that made the first book a runaway...[more]
The Worst-Case Scenario Almanac: Politics -- Leave it to the experts of the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series to ferret out the most scandalous, dangerous, incompetent, and downright awful people to ever seek power. The most lavish palaces, the bloodiest coups, the stupidest declarations. . . ....[more]
The Complete Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook -- The worst of the worst, all in one place! This deluxe desk reference includes a hardbound volume of the most popular scenarios from all 11 Worst-Case Scenario handbooks, plus the entire contents of all the books on a fully searchable CD. Avoid the...[more]
For generations, conventional wisdom stated you could never sell a book with “penis” in the title—until Quirk’s Penis Pokey shattered all of the rules, racking up 100,000 in net sales in just 18 months. In this same tradition comes How to Live with a Huge Penis – a gift every man will cherish,...[more]
With Law School and Med School in a Box, Quirk brought affordable graduate education to the masses. (Both boxes have netted 17,000 since publication in May 2007.) Quirk continues this tradition of quality education with MBA Degree in a Box, a crash course in business and finance. Contents include: Your...[more]
The Sex Instruction Manual is a humorous but informative guide to the mechanics of sex. Using the characteristic techy tone of Quirk’s instruction manual series, The Sex Instruction Manual will teach readers the basic and advanced techniques of lovemaking, from aphrodisiacs to foreplay to various positions...[more]
Haven’t you ever wanted to write on walls, legally? Well, here’s your chance! This fun journal presents real, unique walls for you to decorate with notes, scribbles, and drawings.
Beginners and connoisseurs alike will appreciate the insights of the world’s top wine professionals in Wine Secrets, a collection of wisdom from more than 40 leading sommeliers, winemakers, chefs, wine writers, and critics. Author Marnie Old, herself a respected sommelier and wine educator, shares...[more]
The Kitchen Garden Kit contains everything gardeners need to collect, store, and replant seeds for their favorite tried-and-true vegetables, from squash and cucumbers to peppers, peas, and heirloom tomatoes. Gardening expert and NPR personality Mike McGrath provides simple step-by-step instructions,...[more]
So, Dad, the kid\'s butt is redder that a baboon\'s, and he\'s screaming like a crazed hockey fan. Powder or butt paste? Where can a new or expecting father go to get a bit of paternal wisdom and friendly advice on pregnancy and the first year with a new baby? How about to those experienced, approachable...[more]
Men let you down. Therapy is expensive. When you need someone to talk you through a crisis or celebrate one of life’s minor victories, you need to know who will pick up the phone and who will let it go straight to voicemail. The former is a friend. The latter is…where it gets interesting. Friend...[more]
Since 2002, readers of the world’s #1 golf magazine – Golf Digest – have submitted their most baffling and perplexing golf questions to John Barton, a.k.a. The Golf Guru: Is it ever okay for a man to use a colored golf ball? Am I entitled to a free drop if dog poop interferes with my lie or stance?...[more]
An omnibus of fast-access survival advice on the full range of everyday life emergencies, The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: LIFE packs hundreds of instant, real solutions to daily crises—because getting through the day is survival enough. Diverging from the multi-step scenarios of the previous...[more]
Over a career spanning 30+ years, Christopher Walken has generated an enormous cult following.(If you need proof, just search for “cowbell” on YouTube.) ChristopherWalken A to Z offers the first biography of this quirky show-business legend, with entries on everything from Actor’s Studio (the legendary...[more]
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a zombie in possession of brains must be in want of more brains. So begins Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, an expanded edition of the beloved Jane Austen novel, featuring an all-new zombie subplot. As our story opens, a strange and mysterious plague has fallen...[more]
The Rock Bible is a collection of rock rules and witty observations collected from the folks who know rock best—musicians, tour managers, tour promoters, the fans of Chunklet Magazine, and the magazine’s editor himself, Henry Owings. Featuring chapters on: A Book of Revelations, The Gospel According...[more]
Dracula’s Guest: An Interactive Vampire Mystery By Sam Stall In 1897, Archibald Constable & Company published Bram Stoker’s Dracula, the most famous horror novel of all time. For reasons still debated by critics, the first chapter of Dracula was cut from the book just weeks before publication....[more]
Pardon My President features more than 75 opportunities to say “I’m sorry” for President Bush—just sign your name, fold along the score lines, and add a stamp. Here are hilarious and heartbreaking apologies to the Dixie Chicks, Dan Rather, the nation of Iraq, gays and lesbians, the city of New...[more]
What’s the secret to making foolproof friands? And what puts the snap in the very best ginger snaps? Find out in Field Guide to Cookies, a handy pocket reference to more than 100 cookie recipes, complete with the fascinating historical background, season, and helpful baking notes for each delicious...[more]
Gaining weight is every woman’s worst nightmare, and according to Jenna Bergen, your big fat boyfriend may be the one to blame! Studies have shown that when a woman is in a relationship, she almost always gains weight. Your Big Fat Boyfriend explores why this phenomenon happens and what a woman can...[more]
This lavish coffee-table book highlights 500 of the best posters produced by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the 1930s and 1940s. The WPA employed hundreds of out-of-work artists to raise awareness about public issues and civic life. These posters provide a snapshot of life (and graphic...[more]
Here are 100 full-color postcards from Posters for the People: The Art of the WPA, an art book that will be published by Quirk in the same season. These posters have been celebrated for their inspiring messages about safety, good parenting, and strong personal hygiene. And while some of the messages...[more]
Using the same “golden age of magic” aesthetic that made our Amazing Magical Wonder Deck so popular, Mysterio’s Encyclopedia of Magic and Conjuring is the how-to guide that Houdini never left behind. It features hundreds of tricks divided into various categories for ease of use: card magic, money...[more]
Scribbling has never been so fashionable! Crayon Couture is an activity book for those who love the fashionable life . . . and for those who love to hate it. Games include color by number, connect the dots, and complete the drawing—it’s the perfect combo of retro coloring books and immature couture....[more]
This handsome metal tin features a comprehensive sexual education, courtesy of the bizarre (and completely fictitious) medical expert Dr. Eric Ryland Horner. Contents include: Dr. Horner\'s textbook, How to Lose Your Virginity in 96 Pages (This book features a wealth of advice from a retired male doctor...[more]
The Art of the Video Game is the first book to celebrate the artistry of video games, which are poised to define 21st-century entertainment. LA Times video games reporter Josh Jenisch celebrates the artistry of video games through a comprehensive survey of stunning examples from the biggest studios in...[more]
The Bride’s Instruction Manual trims away all the unnecessary frills and gets right down to business, offering the bride-to-be all the essential information she needs to know as she prepares for the Big Day. Author Carrie Denny, editor of Philadelphia’s Elegant Weddings magazine, offers brides a...[more]
Learn about the artists behind all your favorite works—and the works they’ve inspired: Michelangelo had such repellant body odor that his assistants couldn’t stand working for him; Gustav Klimt allegedly fathered at least 40 illegitimate children; Pablo Picasso did jail time for ripping off several...[more]
One of today’s hippest craft trends is amigurumi, Japanese-inspired crochet and knit stuffed dolls that have inspired crafters everywhere to create gaggles of adorable creatures. Most patterns are for little kitties, bears, bunnies, and the like, but here’s an offering for those who prefer their...[more]
A cultural trend has led to a proliferation of “kidults” who hang out at cupcake bakeries, shop for collectible toys, play in the kitchen, and never grow up. Pops! introduces these adults to a whole new frozen treat—one that is a fun, fashionable food. This original compendium includes more than...[more]
The prequel to the book that started it all, The Pregnancy Instruction Manual is a fun, informative, accessible antidote to all those scary pregnancy books out there. Expectant moms (and dads) will find plenty to laugh—and learn—about as they chart the course of their new adventure. Each chapter...[more]
Quirk extends its reach in the gift market to include a new line of notecards. Combining Quirk’s slightly twisted content and a package with total object appeal, this fresh, humorous line of stationery will appeal to our core market of young, urban consumers. Cards are large enough to hold a 4 x 6...[more]
Quirk extends its reach in the gift market to include a new line of notecards. Combining Quirk’s slightly twisted content and a package with total object appeal, this fresh, humorous line of stationery will appeal to our core market of young, urban consumers. Cards are large enough to hold a 4 x 6...[more]
Quirk extends its reach in the gift market to include a new line of notecards. Combining Quirk’s slightly twisted content and a package with total object appeal, this fresh, humorous line of stationery will appeal to our core market of young, urban consumers. Cards are large enough to hold a 4 x 6...[more]
We’re here. We’re queer. And we’re hilarious—not to mention eloquent, bitchy, poetic, incisive, shrill, luminous, and dead-on brilliant. To Quote a Queer gathers together more than 3,000 of the most pert, sinister, and illuminating pearls of wisdom ever uttered . . . with a lisp. To Quote a Queer...[more]
Public support of the Iraq War has reached an all-time low. According to a CBS News/NYT poll of 3/18/07: 72% of Americans disapprove of George W. Bush’s handling of the war, 61% of Americans think the U.S. should have stayed out of Iraq; and 63% of Americans would like to see a timetable for withdrawal...[more]
A completely revised and updated edition of the 1998 book, The Encyclopedia Shatnerica, an irreverent A-to-Z encyclopedia covering all aspects of the life and career of actor William Shatner.
You laughed at Secret Lives of the Presidents (80,000 net). You cried at Secret Lives of the First Ladies (25,000 net). Now it’s time to leave the history classroom and go down the hall to English 101. Here are irreverent and fun-filled bios of all the writers you were forced to read in high school...[more]
Tired of skipping cocktails with the girls just because you’re pregnant? Feel more like your old self again with a batch of Alyssa Gusenoff’s pregnancy-appropriate, alcohol-free cocktails—you’ll be knocking ‘em back with the best of them. Margarita Mama offers 60+ delicious mocktails specifically...[more]
The next time someone at a bar asks you for your star sign, go ahead and reveal it—along with your destiny number, birth number, and Chinese astrological sign. From the good luck of shamrocks, rabbits’ feet, and horseshoes to the bad luck of broken mirrors, black cats, and umbrellas opened indoors,...[more]
There are plenty of activity books for babies and toddlers. But Rookie Moms is the first book of activities designed exclusively for new moms. Here are 250 enjoyable activities to help rookie moms maintain a sense of individuality and boost their confidence in their ability to leave the house, socialize,...[more]
A complete survival guide for all outdoor mishaps, from what to do in a bear attack or an avalanche to the best way to extinguish a raging barbeque fire or pitch a tent in the rain. The book will cover anything and everything that has—or could—happen out there in the wild. With Worst Outdoor moments...[more]
Best-seller history repeats itself with this dynamic new "almanac" format that broadens the scope and content of the Worst-Case Scenario handbooks. The Worst-Case Scenario Almanac: History offers step-by-step illustrated scenarios on how to win a joust, survive in a dungeon, and overcome other plights...[more]
The women-centric world of wedding books is about to meet its male counterpart: The Groom’s Instruction Manual. Here’s everything a groom needs to know for his big day – presented with clear instructions and With a visual language that guys can understand. Here are tips on: Getting Engaged (Popping...[more]
Here’s an irreverent twist on a perennial gift book genre: the baby name book meets the weird, unusual, otherworldly realm of science-fiction. Sci-Fi Baby Names compiles 500 distinctive surnames from sci-fi books, movies, and TV shows into a handy reference with a crazy, retro, sci-fi design. Think...[more]
If you don’t believe that one dog has the power to alter civilization, then you’ve obviously never heard of Biche, Frederick the Great’s Italian Greyhound, who sparked a war between France and Prussia. Or Robot, the dog who discovered the prehistoric cave paintings in Lascaux, France. Or Laika,...[more]
It’s been called “the new yoga.” Julia Roberts does it. Madonna, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Hilary Swank all do it. It’s knitting, a fiber art as old as time, and it’s sweeping the nation. But how can you know your knits from your purls? How can you put these simple methods together to create...[more]
Calling all grave-diggers, astronauts, coin collectors, poets, and vegetarians! And if you’re a salesperson—or a publishing professional—you’ll want to read this, too! We have identified hundreds of men, women, and children who are eager to help you—specifically you—with your problems. We’re...[more]
Every year brings dozens of new books about legendary detective Sherlock Holmes. Now Quirk is unveiling The Crimes of Dr. Watson, the first completely interactive Sherlock Holmes mystery. This book, complete with Victorian-era illustrations, contains an original novella in the form of a letter from Dr....[more]
All those hours you’ve spent passively watching movies may offer the key to understanding the inner workings of your self. Analyze what your taste in movies reveals about your personality with Cinescopes, which combines the appeal of movie culture, pop psychology, and astrology. By applying a list...[more]
The one sure bet when it comes to gambling is this: The house always wins. Sure, every year a small percentage of people comes out ahead. But in gambling, the big winners are always the casinos themselves. Unlike every other gambling book on the market, Casino Confidential is written from a pit boss’s...[more]
These days, pundits throw up their hands in horror when Presidential candidates resort to negative campaigning. But the only surprise is why these guys are so shocked. Anything for a Vote is a whimsical look at 200+ years of bad behavior in presidential elections, from 1796 to the present day. It covers...[more]
What could be more full of unforeseen pitfalls than the life of a kid? School, social life, family – in every sphere of life there are potentially disastrous situations. From cafeteria food to zits, from embarrassing siblings to over-enthusiastic teachers, from a back-breaking backpack to a runaway...[more]
Is it ever okay to “embellish” your dating profile? What’s the best way to deal with close-talkers? How can you handle a date who shows too much PDA? Discover the answers to these and other burning questions in Caroline Tiger’s guide to modern love, How to Behave: Dating and Sex. You’ll learn...[more]
Taking advantage of the fabulous success of The Baby Owner's Manual, The Baby Owner's Starter Kits is the perfect all-in-one gift for any hip parent-to-be. Includes The Baby Owner's Manual, Growth Chart, Diaper Changing and Swaddling Instructional Poster, Babysitter's Memo Pad, and decorative stickers...[more]
What’s more cute than a kitten splayed out on her back? A dog viewed through a fisheye lens! A teensy tiny frog! Two seals kissing! A hippo snuggling with a tortoise! Guaranteed to produce more “awwws” than any book out there, So Cute You Could Die! is a small, chunky full-color celebration of...[more]
The supposedly glorious history of British civilization is a lie, a long and bloody lie. Steve Grasse has discovered how the British Empire has had a hand in every major war of the millennium and every calamity facing us in the 21st century—starvation, poverty, Communists, terrorists, you name it—if...[more]
Budget Travel isn’t just about the best travel experience at the lowest price—it’s also about traveling “the right way.” Their philosophy, “Vacations for real people,” has led them to their readership for guidance, and this collection of their readers’ best 393 travel tips is a great...[more]
For many a modern girl, there is no better escape from the stress of everyday life than a day spent watching the 6-hour BBC production of Pride and Prejudice, fantasizing over landing her own Mr. Darcy. Based in the world of Jane Austen’s novels, but filled with contemporary insights, The Jane Austen...[more]
Going to med school takes forever! Three years of classes, one year of internships, two years of residency – when will it end? It doesn’t have to be so difficult. Med School in a Box offers a complete medical education in a tiny metal box—all for a very affordable tuition of $14.95. It features:...[more]
Here are 3000 quotes by women on virtually every subject imaginable: art, business, children, dating, elections, family, gardens, hairstyles, and more. You’ll find quotes from all the usual suspects – Eleanor Roosevelt, Abigail Adams, Florence Nightingale – but also plenty of quotes from newer,...[more]
Mark Rotenberg has the world’s largest private collection of vintage erotica, and he’s already published two wildly popular books with Taschen, Forbidden Erotica (one of Taschen’s Top 25 Best-selling Titles of All Time) and Cheesecake! (republished as 1000 Forbidden Pictures). Stacked Decks showcases...[more]
Cats are many things: fuzzy, cute, lazy, silly. But are they influential? Are they socially significant? Have some cats really altered the course of human civilization? The answer is yes! 100 Cats Who Changed Civilization offers factual accounts of cats who played myriad roles in human history, either...[more]
The author of Secret Lives of the U.S. Presidents and Secret Lives of the First Ladies returns with another bizarre look at history’s most celebrated personalities. With Secret Lives of the Civil War, Cormac O’Brien unearths a host of strange little-known facts about Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis,...[more]
Let’s face it—lust can seriously impair your judgment. It’s hard enough for most women to meet a sane, single, straight specimen—so who has time for a psychoanalytic debriefing with a hot new guy on the horizon? Enter Patricia Carlin’s hilarious and handy guide, How to Tell If Your Boyfriend...[more]
Going to med school takes forever! 3 years of classes, 1 year of internships, 2 years of residency, and so on and so on and so on. It doesn’t have to be this difficult. Med School in a Box offers a complete medical education in a tiny metal box—all for a very affordable tuition of $14.95. Assembled...[more]
Doctors now recommend eating fish or shellfish two to three days a week, to reap the plentiful health benefits. For many, however, this is a daunting suggestion—the variety and number of different kinds of fish and shellfish is overwhelming. Field Guide to Seafood has come to the rescue. Continuing...[more]
The creators of Televisionwithoutpity.com know a thing or two about the guilty pleasures television has to offer; in fact, their website’s entire purpose is to give people a place to revel in their guilty televisual pleasures. Television Without Pity features 752 of their irreverent but spot-on observations...[more]
The Museum of Kitschy Stitches is a full-color showcase of the hideous and shocking (and all-too real!) knitting and crocheting horrors from eras gone by. Museum “curator” Stitchy McYarnpants (aka Debbie Brisson) has trolled knitting patterns, advertisements, and catalogs for the most groan-inspiring...[more]
Hey kids! Are you and your roommates stuck in the dorm with a pint of Jack Daniel’s and nothing to do? Then Let’s Paint the ‘90s! The Glory of Grunge! The Beauty of Baywatch! The Awesomeness of Arsenio! It’s all here, in 45 crudely-depicted scenes for you to color. We’ll even provide a paint...[more]
You learned the basics of infant technology with The Baby Owner’s Manual. You tracked your baby’s development with The Baby Owner’s Maintenance Log. Now it’s time to enhance your baby’s performance with The Baby Owner’s Games and Activities Book. This illustrated guide (for units aged 0-36...[more]
Ah, Suburbia! Land of carpools and cul-de-sacs! Home to good schools and green lawns! An idyllic place where nothing bad ever happens—right? Wrong. Life in the ‘burbs has a dark side—and Suburban Legends shows the worst of it. Here are 75 spooky tales of haunted housing developments, corpses buried...[more]
You woke up in a sweat, or crying, or with a heartbeat so quick you feel like you just ran a mile. Who was the faceless man chasing you over the rainbow? What did it mean when you turned around and kissed him? Why were you naked!? Whether you want to find out what a dream symbol or person means or to...[more]
Water is indeed everywhere—especially bottled water. High end restaurants now have “water lists” in addition to wine lists, water bars are opening up around the globe, and gourmet markets are selling dozens of different varieties of bottled waters. Consumers are beginning to recognize that bottled...[more]
Discover on a daily basis the tricks and tips that may well save your life one day! A daily calendar adapted from the very successful Worst-Case Scenario Handbook series.
At last! A Beginner's Guide to Home Technology. Your home: It's probably your biggest investment-but it doesn't come with an owner's manual! Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, The Home Owner's Manual explores hundreds of frequently asked questions: How can I drain the sludge...[more]
Campers wax rhapsodic about the pleasures of sleeping outdoors, breathing clean air, and communing with nature, all the while resigning themselves to eating unhealthy, unsatisfying foods around the campfire. Campfire Cuisine is here to change all that. Campfire Cuisine is a guide for lovers of both good...[more]
This collection of irreverent haikus reflects on the reality of motherhood, from the television's role as babysitter to cleaning up a spilled plate of SpaghettiOs, from the smell of a dirty diaper to never having a private moment. It's the perfect gift for hip moms with young ones at home-it can be picked...[more]
Gay tourism is booming! Recent articles in USA Today, Forbes, and the Wall Street Journal have described how cities around the world are spending millions to attract gay travelers. And with How to Say "Fabulous!" in 8 Different Languages, these men will know how to speak the language, regardless of...[more]
When it comes to buying a car, fixing a clogged drain, barbecuing the juiciest steak, and polishing up your magic tricks, who are you going to turn to for all the practical advice you need to know? Dad, of course, has all the answers, but when Dad lives in another city and you're really on your own,...[more]
Here's a dirty secret that everyone in the wine industry knows (but no one will ever admit): Most people can't distinguish a "bold, luscious Shiraz" from a "refreshing, virginal ruby Cabernet." Instead, most people buy a bottle of wine because it has an eye-catching label. Marilyn Merlot and the Naked...[more]
Business doesn't have to be boring. Milton Moskowitz, international business journalist, has spent 50 years compiling his knowledge of the facts and quirks of the global business machine. The Executive's Almanac features some 200+ short, blurby factoids through lists, anecdotes, histories, diagrams,...[more]
The average pregnancy lasts 280 days-and the suspense can often be excruciating! For those women looking for straight info or helpful advice, most books on the market will suffice. But until now, there's never been a book on the market that works as both a gift book AND a book of practical info. The...[more]
In 1998, a cozy Greenwich Village café named Peanut Butter & Co. was born—with a menu consisting entirely of peanut butter creations. The restaurant was an instant hit, with features on Good Morning Americaand Nightline, and profiles in Time, Newsweek, and the New York Times. People liked their peanut...[more]
What makes French kissing “French”? Who played the first game of Spin the Bottle? What compels millions of tourists to kiss the Blarney Stone? And—most importantly—what does Julia Roberts look for in a good kisser? The answers to these questions can be found in Kiss and Tell—an irreverent miscellany...[more]
Porn is more mainstream than ever—witness recent bestsellers by Jenna Jameson, Traci Lords, The Vivid Girls, and Pamela Anderson. Continuing this fine tradition is The Big Book of Porn—a friendly, funny celebration of adult movies. Chapters include: •Know Your Classics: The 25 most important adult...[more]
Children bring boundless joy into your life. They also bring temper tantrums, stubborn moods, and 90-decibel fits of hysterical screaming. Think we’re exaggerating? Just try getting one to finish his dinner. It’s time to spare the aggravation and take some action. How to Con Your Kidshows how parents...[more]
It's the little things that make a meal taste so good--a sprig of rosemary simmering with the soup, chopped dill to infuse the yogurt, and cinnamon to give subtle heat to a bun. We're talking about herbs and spices, those essentials of cooking. But would you know your thyme from your sage? Cumin from...[more]
Wedding dress torn? Cake collapsed? Groom gone missing? Despite all the planning, the happy couple might not actually be prepared for the “Big Day” and all that can go awry. Luckily, the authors of the phenomenally best-selling Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook series are back with all new, stepby-step...[more]
The authors of the phenomenally best-selling Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook series have taught millions to prepare for the worst—but how can readers be sure they’re really ready? The Worst-Case Scenario Book of Questions collects more than 200 survival dilemmas, quizzes, and story problems...[more]
Work is bad enough, but what if things go really wrong? The Worst-Case Scenario authors come to the rescue with expert advice for surviving dozens of nightmare on-the-job scenarios, whether in the office or on the loading dock. From savage bike messengers to a bag of pretzels stuck in the lunchroom vending...[more]
Quirk’s popular Field Guideseries has taught readers how to identify stains, gestures, fruits and vegetables, meats, and even power tools. Now it’s time to kick back and relax—with Field Guide to Cocktails. Here are recipes for more than 200 libations, from tried-and-true classics like the Tom...[more]
This book is designed to be used, not read. The Swiss Army knife of books, Use This Book! offers individual pages with a multitude of functions. There are pages that do double duty as a cup or a sun dial and others that serve as useful on-the-spot reference tools (time zone charts, metric conversion...[more]
Most pet owners keep their veterinary records in a single place—and up until now, a generic notebook has had to do the trick. But with these two guided journals—based on our popular books The Dog Owner’s Manual and The Cat Owner’s Manual—monitoring the performance of your pet is easier than...[more]
Most pet owners keep their veterinary records in a single place—and up until now, a generic notebook has had to do the trick. But with these two guided journals—based on our popular books The Dog Owner’s Manual and The Cat Owner’s Manual—monitoring the performance of your pet is easier than...[more]
Colorstrology is a fascinating blend of astrology, numerology, and color theory that offers exciting new insights about our lives and relationships. Written by renowned astrologer Michele Bernhardt with the artists at Pantone, Inc., the global authority on color, the system features 366 “birthday colors”...[more]
Astound your family, bewilder your friends and begin your career in magic with the amazing magical wonder deck! Simply lift the lid, read the illustrated book, and begin exploring the wonderful world of magic. The magic box contains a 52-card "tapered" deck - indistinguishable from ordinary playing...[more]
In May 2001, billionaire Dennis Tito made history as the first “space tourist”—he’s the guy who paid $20 million to travelto the International Space Station. Since that landmark voyage, many others have followed in his footsteps—all courtesy of Space Adventures, the first travel agency devoted...[more]
Haven’t you ever wondered, at the beginning of a relationship, if the two of you are on the same page? Date Him or Dump Him is here to help. An interactive tool that can guide you to read the signs already present in even the most budding of relationships, this book will advise you on the course the...[more]
The college years are a time of noble pursuit of knowledge, self-betterment—and unending peril! Students are at risk from the moment they receive their acceptance letters. Fortunately, the authors of the phenomenally best-selling Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook series have come to the rescue,...[more]
If you like SCHOTT’S MISCELLANY or UNCLE JOHN’S BATHROOM READER, have we got a book for you! Complete with trivia about toilets, dental floss, mouthwash, Band-Aids, plumbing, and other bathroom-related subjects, Bathroom Companion is chock full of bizarre info about the least-understood room in the...[more]
As children, we learned about the first ladies from dry, sanitized textbooks that emphasized all of history’s major milestones. But how much about these ladies do you really know? Consider: Dolley Madison loved to chew tobacco. Mary Todd Lincoln conducted seances in the White House on a regular basis....[more]
It’s inevitable—you find a fabulous recipe that you’re just dying to make, and it calls for “top round roast.” You head out to the grocery store, stand in the meat aisle, and stare blankly at the many different cuts of beef available, none of which are called “top round.” You can find “round...[more]
“How’d they do that?!?” It’s the question every sports fan asks. How does Serena Williams return those serves? How does Derek Jeter hit those curveballs? How does PGA bowler Pete Weber always manage to pick up a 7-10 split? In The Ultimate Sports Handbook, you’ll learn how today’s biggest...[more]
“Go big or go home.” That’s the stuntperson’s motto, whether diving from a tall building, being set on fire, going mano-a-mano with the bad guys, or outrunning an avalanche. It’s also the guiding philosophy behind the rigorous physical and mental training that the best stuntpeople use to prepare...[more]
Just when you feel like you’ve mastered your infant’s maintenance routine, he begins to malfunction, refusing fuel, crying inexplicably in public, running away from you as you attempt to clothe him, climbing out of bed at 3 A.M. to roam the house. Your infant has upgraded to a toddler! But how can...[more]
Every election year, people start to brush up on their knowledge of presidential trivia. If you still can’t tell your Tyler from your Polk, then it’s time to play Secret Lives of the U.S. Presidents trivia card game! Inspired by our book SECRET LIVES OF THE U.S. PRESIDENTS (Feb. 2004), this deck...[more]
To a first-time parent, traditional baby journals seem alarmingly cute and cuddly. Anne Geddes? Winnie-the-Pooh? They’re enough to make any urban hipster cringe! Thankfully, The Baby Owner’s Maintenance Log presents a refreshing alternative to traditional baby journals. Written in the same tone as...[more]
Richard Hatch. Kelly Clarkson. Trista Renn. We’ve seen them eat rats, belt out tunes, confess their darkest secrets, and even seduce total strangers. They are the stars of reality TV, and we love them, hate them, and want to be them. Here’s the book to teach you how. The Reality TV Handbook is your...[more]
Better Than Homemade is a freewheeling cultural history of the innovative packaged foods that made America great, including Kool-Aid, Hamburger Helper, Hawaiian Punch, Bacos, Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, Pillsbury Crescent Rolls, On-Cor Salisbury Steak and Gravy—and many more appetizing morsels. As food...[more]
Kung Fu for Girls is a funky, handbag-sized book full of practical advice on self-defense techniques for use in everyday situations. Being hassled at the bar? The man sitting next to you on the bus too close for comfort? Kung Fu for Girls gets you out of these tricky spots with style and a lot of humor....[more]
This ain’t your grandma’s tarot deck. Don’t look for magicians or jewel-encrusted brass goblets. The Housewives Tarot features all 78 cards of a regular tarot deck—presented with hip, hilarious artwork that’s full of vacuum cleaners, sponges, jello molds, and other kitschy icons of ‘50s household...[more]
In the tradition of our successful BABY OWNER’S MANUAL and DOG OWNER’S MANUAL, we are back again with everything you need to know about taking care of your cat in an instruction-manual format.
Paperback with rounded corners
30 2-color illustrations
What’s your guilty pleasure? What do you secretly savor in the privacy of your own home, but would never admit to liking in the sophisticated company of your friends and coworkers? Now you can discover the history of all your favorite guilty pleasures in this mammoth A-to-Z compendium, complete with...[more]
Finally, a field guide to all the tools available, with step-by-step instructions on how to use them. Full-color photos aid in identification, while detailed text explains the history and origin of the item, plus tips on what kind of job to use it on and just how to use it correctly. Includes all kinds...[more]
Learn the kitchen secrets of the country’s top food professionals in Chef’s Secrets, a collection of wisdom from more than 80 leading chefs and food authorities including Sara Moulton, Charlie Palmer, Marcus Samuelsson, and James Peterson. Each chef will be introduced with basic profile information,...[more]
Accidents happen. But what if you could lower the odds of one happening? What if, by carefully selecting the car you drive, the place you live, the way you cook meat, and the kind of job you have, you can be sure you’re living as safely as possible? Here’s the book to get you through life on the...[more]
When you are stuck in bed with a cold, you feel awful, you’re lonely and bored, and you’re also a little depressed. You are wondering if you’re really as sick as you feel—and also if you’re doing enough to get better. Since your mom can’t be there for you now, here’s The Little Cold Book....[more]
Forget quick sand and shark attacks, child rearing is the truly terrifying activity. Hands-on step by step instructions show you how to survive child rearing.
It's an astonishing but true fact that about 2.4 million American marriages are "commuter marriages" where spouses live in different locations because of job opportunities. Expand that number to include all couples where one partner has moved away to start a new job or continue his/her education-then...[more]
Pee stains on the carpet. Barking at all hours of the night. That embarrassing thing he does with your leg. It's enough to make you cry out, "Why doesn't my dog have an owner's manual?" And now, thankfully, he does. Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, The Dog Owner's Manual...[more]
You've never seen a games book like this one. No cards, no dice, no spinners-no board. Most of the fifty games in this book have been around for years, others are modern twists on old favorites, and some are brand new. And not just for kids. With everything from Tic Tac Toe to Hinky Pinky, Gladstone's...[more]
For anyone who's ever wondered where Mom is when you need her most, Pocket Mom comes to the rescue. This book is a collection of the essential practical wisdom of Mom, from cooking, housekeeping, and hygiene tips to advice on life, love, and getting along. You'll learn how to cook perfect rice, iron...[more]
Grocery store aisles and farmers' market stalls are more colorful than ever, with heaping piles of familiar and strange produce. Sure, you'll recognize apples, pears, and celery, but would you know quince, amaranth, or kumquats if you saw them? Field Guide to Produce is a handy reference to nearly every...[more]
Do minor obligations like family, work, and errands get in the way of your golf game? Fret no more. Time spent off the course doesn't have to be time spent off your game. Undercover Golf is your guide to perfecting your stance, your swing, your aim, and your putt no matter where you are-without your...[more]
Here at last is the ultimate guide to the greatest beverage on earth. It's packed with informative prose, full-color photographs, and six frothy 12-ounce chapters of material: The History of Beer, The Atlas of Beer, Beer Can Crafts and Gear, Beer Connoisseurship, Applied Sciences, and Fine Arts. This...[more]
The perfect gifts for today's busy execs and future corporate leaders, the Executive Board Book series isn't just good for a laugh-these books are actually basic primers on the essential aspects of corporate conduct. The timely My First Book of Business Ethics shares the fundamentals necessary for climbing...[more]
The perfect gifts for today's busy execs and future corporate leaders, the Executive Board Book series isn't just good for a laugh-these books are actually basic primers on the essential aspects of corporate conduct. The timely My First Book of Business Ethics shares the fundamentals necessary for climbing...[more]
Do you find yourself staring at your telephone and hoping it will ring? Are you haunted by recurrent images of your ex and his new girlfriend? Are you tempted to phone your ex-repeatedly-just to hear the sound of his voice? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, it's time for you to take stock,...[more]
Here's the ultimate modern guide to magic tricks for everyday situations, using cell phones, floppy disks, airsickness bags, TV remote controls, and other everyday items. This handbook features more than 40 do-it-yourself illusions to perform in your home, office, car, in transit, or out on the town,...[more]
Dirty Words of Wisdom features timeless advice and profound profanity by everyone from Mark Twain and Eleanor Roosevelt to Bernie Mac, Ozzy Osbourne, and Margaret Cho. Here are just three of our favorites: "You can't talk about fucking in America. People say you're dirty. But if you want to talk about...[more]
How to bug a meeting, booby-trap your briefcase, infiltrate the competition, and more...A Guide with easy steps to follow in order to become a true James Bond at work!
Forget visions of sugarplums and turkeys with trimmings. In this strange, surreal collection of full-color images, acclaimed photographer David Graham shows how Americans really experience Christmas-complete with tacky blinking lights, demented decorations, and the mess in the living room after all the...[more]
True love is just four steps away! Put your best foot forward with Mr. Alexander's Four Steps to Love, a simple program for finding the soul mate you deserve. In just four easy steps, you'll learn how to visualize your perfect partner, show off your best features, meet 2,000 new people, and find the...[more]
Finally, all of the benefits of aromatherapy, without the messy oil or incense! This board book contains five scents appropriate for different circumstances: scratch the bergamont before your meeting for self-assurance or on that long plane trip use the eucalyptus to drift off to sleep. This book for...[more]
For every woman who wants to be as tough as Lara Croft, as nimble as the Bionic Woman, and as babe-a-licious as Charlie's Angels, The Action Heroine's Handbook shows how to conquer the bad guys in virtually any situation. This sequel to The Action Hero's Handbook (more than 150,000 copies in print!)...[more]
Work is bad enough, but what if things go really wrong? The Worst-Case Scenario authors come to the rescue with expert advice for surviving dozens of nightmare on-the-job scenarios, whether in the office or on the loading dock. From savage bike messengers to a bag of pretzels stuck in the lunchroom vending...[more]
The authors of The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook take to the links! Dave and Josh join golf fanatic James Grace, drawing on their own tragic exploits and the experience of experts to help golfers survive dozens of dire situations. Learn how to finish a round with a broken arm, deal with a cigar...[more]
Turkey on fire? No plans for New Year's Eve? Obnoxious relatives headed your way? The authors of the best-selling The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook are here to help you survive the dangers of the holiday season, from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day. Learn how to rescue someone stuck in a chimney,...[more]
At last, a field guide to identifying and doing battle with more than 100 stains, from tomato juice and tar to avocado and urine! Field Guide to Stains is divided into handy sections for easy access to information about stain removal when time is of the essence: Fruits and Vegetables, Sauces and Condiments,...[more]
MORE THAN A 100,000 COPIES SOLD. (FEB 04) You've programmed your VCR, you've reinstalled Microsoft Windows, you can even check your e-mail on your Palm Pilot, but none of this experience will prepare you for the world's biggest technological marvel: A newborn baby. The Baby Owner's Manual has the...[more]
Here is the first practical guide to booze. Simply flip to the occasion and we'll give you the libation, complete with recipes, secrets, and tips. Getting married tomorrow? Got a new job? Getting divorced? All of these occasions and more are covered. Chock-full of Margaritas, White Russians, Gin Rickeys,...[more]
Finally, here is a guide to more than 50 how-to projects, puzzles, games, and activities to do while waiting for that train, sitting in traffic, or hoofing it on the way to work. From new sports (Airline Safety Card Volleyracket) and group participation activities (Airport Check-In Line Limbo) to amazing...[more]
On every page, you have control of the story. Read your choices and turn to the correct page to advance the story. You can keep reading until you've had not one but many adventures! Night of a Thousand Boyfriends follows a young woman's quest for love in the big city, amidst the dangers of torn stockings,...[more]
On every page, you have control of the story. Read your choices and turn to the correct page to advance the story. Escape from Fire Island! chronicles a gay man's vacation on Fire Island. Instead of finding love, he finds a deadly plague of Zombie Drag Queens, and he must save Fire Island from an army...[more]
We all wish people would be nicer to one another, treat others with respect, and be good to fellow neighbors. But how exactly do you go about doing that these days? The Good Deed Guide has all the answers you're looking for. With over 130 tips and suggestions from four categories (Doing Good with First...[more]
Did a girl across the bar just flip her hair while looking at you? Did a stranger just rub his chin in your direction? What messages are they trying to convey? Formatted like a classic field guide, but concerned with body language in all its forms, Field Guide to Gestures has a full-color insert with...[more]
How It Feels to Be Drowned in Quicksand, Shredded by Piranhas, Swept Up in a Tornado, and Dozens of Other Unpleasant Experiences . . .
How to Behave is a hip, irreverent, but entirely practical manual that tells you all you need to know about day-to-day survival in every venue. You'll learn how to share elbow space on an airplane armrest, how to confront a noisy filmgoer, and the proper way to position yourself when boarding a crowded...[more]
Everyone wants to be an action hero: as smooth as James Bond, as clever as Captain Kirk, as tough as Charlie's Angels. And now you can: The Action Hero's Handbook is the ultimate guide to an action-packed lifestyle, with genuine step-by-step instructions on interrogating a suspect, catching a great white...[more]
Our guide to dating and sex will ensure that you'll never get caught with your pants down! Learn how to fend off a pickup artist, determine if your date is an axe-murderer, have sex in a small space, and survive if you wake up next to someone whose name you don't remember.
