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A page-turning, seafaring adventure from YA fantasy sensation Tricia Levenseller - the first book in the Daughter of the Pirate King duology 'A formidable female character... [a] true adventure with swashbuckling, sword fighting, and a great problem-solving heroine' School Library JournalSent on a mission to retrieve an ancient hidden map-the key to a legendary treasure trove-seventeen-year-old pirate captain Alosa deliberately allows herself to be captured by her enemies, giving her the perfect opportunity to search their ship.More than a match for the ruthless pirate crew, Alosa has only one thing standing between her and the map: her captor, the unexpectedly clever and unfairly attractive first mate, Riden. But luckily, Alosa has a few tricks up her sleeve - and no lone pirate can stop the Daughter of the Pirate King.

Extra Bold is the inclusive, practical, and informative (design) career guide for everyone!Part textbook and part comic book, zine, manifesto, survival guide, and self-help manual, Extra Bold is filled with stories and ideas that don't show up in other career books or design overviews.*; Both pragmatic and inquisitive, the book explores power structures in the workplace and how to navigate them.*; Interviews showcase people at different stages of their careers.*; Biographical sketches explore individuals marginalized by sexism, racism, and ableism.*; Practical guides cover everything from starting out, to wage gaps, coming out at work, cover letters, mentoring, and more.A new take on the design canon.*; Opens with critical essays that rethink design principles and practices through theories of feminism, anti-racism, inclusion, and nonbinary thinking.*; Features interviews, essays, typefaces, and projects from dozens of contributors with a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds, abilities, gender identities, and positions of economic and social privilege.*; Adds new voices to the dominant design canon.Written collaboratively by a diverse team of authors, with original, handcrafted illustrations by Jennifer Tobias that bring warmth, happiness, humor, and narrative depth to the book. Extra Bold is written by Ellen Lupton (Thinking with Type), Farah Kafei, Jennifer Tobias, Josh A. Halstead, Kaleena Sales, Leslie Xia, and Valentina Vergara.

'Packed end to end with ways to see the world in new ways' Mike Krieger, cofounder, Instagram 'Designed to spark creativity, help solve problems, foster connection and make our lives better' Gretchen Rubin'Navigate today's world with agility, resilience and imagination' Lorraine Twohill, CMO, GoogleWhat do they teach you at the most prestigious design school in the world? For the first time, you can find out. This highly-visual guide brings to life the philosophies of some of the d.school's most inventive and unconventional minds, including founder David Kelley, Choreographer Aleta Hayes and Google Chief Innovation Evangelist Frederik Pferdt and more. Creative Acts for Curious People is packed with ideas about the art of learning, discovery and leading through creative problem solving. With exercises including:- 'Expert Eyes' to test your observation skills- 'How to Talk to Strangers' to foster understanding- 'Designing Tools for Teams' to build creative leadershipRevealing the hidden dynamics of design, and delving inside the minds of the profession's most celebrated thought-leaders, this definitive guide will help you live up to your creative potential.

Since releasing her debut single 'Drivers Licence' in January 2021, Olivia Rodrigo has rocketed to the top of charts around the world, and quickly become not only one of the most exciting young singer-songwriters of the moment, but one of the biggest stars in the world today. In Olivia Rodrigo The Ultimate Fan Book, you'll discover how this former Disney starlet has found such amazing success with her catchy songs, striking fashion choices and incredible charm. The book follows the rise and rise of Olivia, from High School Musical to her acclaimed album Sour and highlights how she's only just getting started. Filled with quotes from Olivia and her closest collaborators, discussing fame, fashion, fans and more, as well as tons of stunning snaps from the red carpet to stadium stages.

FINDING ME is the deeply personal, brutally honest account of Viola's inspiring life, from her coming-of-age in Rhode Island to her present-day career.

Chloe Catwalk is an exceptional book penned by the talented Lou Stoppard. Published recently in 2022 by Thames & Hudson Ltd, this book has already made waves in the literary world. The genre of the book is fashion and biography, offering an in-depth look at the world of fashion through the lens of Chloe, the protagonist. With Stoppard's eloquent writing style and keen eye for detail, readers are taken on a journey through the cutthroat world of fashion, glamour, and beauty. Chloe Catwalk is a must-read for anyone interested in fashion or looking for an engaging read. Don't miss out on this masterpiece from Thames & Hudson Ltd.

King and Chizmar join forces again with a powerful novel which is also the final chapter in the Gwendy trilogy.

An extraordinary collection of 240 artworks, photographs and symbolic objects designed to provoke reflection, revelation and action towards a more just world, by acclaimed digital curator Stephen Ellcock. A better world is within our grasp ...

A pocket-sized, illustrated book depicting the work and history of the House of Hermes.

Sunday Times bestselling author Sean Smith tells the extraordinary story of a modern cultural icon: Harry Styles.

Whether you're looking to declutter your home, or making big plans to move into a tiny space, this book offers inspiring insights into making the most out of the square footage you have, and turning any space into a beautiful, comfortable, and efficient home.

A comprehensive monograph on the work of KAWS, one of the most sought-after artists and creative forces of our time

The international literary icon opens his eclectic closet: Here are photographs of Murakami's extensive and personal T-shirt collection, accompanied by essays that reveal a side of the writer rarely seen by the public.

Black Ivy: A Revolt in Style charts a period in American history when black men across the country adopted the clothing of a privileged elite and made it their own. From the most avant-garde jazz musicians, visual artists and poets to the most unassuming architects, philosophers and writers, Black Ivy looks at how a generation of men took the classic Ivy Look and made it cool, edgy and unpredictable in ways that continue to influence today''s modern menswear. Here you''ll see some famous, infamous and not so famous figures in black culture, and how they re-invented Ivy and Prep fashion, the dominant looks of the time.

Return to Eorzea with the Warrior of Light via this exhaustive collection of almost one thousand pieces of concept art and illustrations, including character designs, field areas, dungeons, monsters, equipment, and more. Covering content through the end of the Stormblood expansion, The Art of the Revolution -Eastern Memories- also features messages from the art team, along with a job stone and minion sticker sheet. Book two of a two-book set with The Art of the Revolution -Western Memories-. Includes an exclusive bonus item code for an in-game Dress-Up Tataru minion!

Gwelf: The Survival Guide is your one-stop guide to the mysterious and magical region of Gwelf, located in the Great Northern Territory. Written by the Council of Gwelf, and visualized by the freelance Fox illustrator, Wilburton Foc, the guide is meant to encourage tourists and adventurers alike to explore and enjoy the many wonders of Gwelf with relative safety. An instant Kickstarter success, Gwelf is the personal project of prolific fantasy-illustrator, Larry MacDougall. Larry has worked on everything from the original Care Bears to Magic Cards to children's books to Dungeons & Dragons materials.For anyone who is a fan of Larry's whimsical watercolour creations, who enjoys wandering into an entirely new fantasy world, and who loves high fantasy (of the LOTR + Redwall + The Wind in the Willows variety) this book is for you. First edition after KickstarterFeatures original, never published before watercolours on every page including endpapers!Features a map spreadFeatures a 20 page sketchbook section that showcases Larry's technique and style. Larry has over 15K Twitter followers (link: ), and 10K Instagram followers (link: ).

Photographs by Richard Koek that capture the energy and diversity of the people and streetscapes of New York.

In this beautiful book, award-winning food photographer Kimberly Espinel walks you through all the ways in which you can bring your work to life, through planning, styling, lighting and editing.

Presenting the World Press Photo Foundation's annual compilation of outstanding, prize-winning photos taken in 2020 from around the world.

Before Andy Warhol's rise to the peak of Pop Art, he created seductive drawings celebrating male beauty. His plan to publish these drawings in a book has now been realized. This volume has over 300 of Warhol's rarely seen, risque images that highlight the artist's fascination with the male form, droll humor, and ironic detachment.

Olivia Laing, prize-winning, bestselling author of The Lonely City and Crudo, returns with a career-spanning collection of essays on the power of art in times of crisis.

Photographer Liam Wong's debut monograph, a cyberpunk-inspired exploration of nocturnal Tokyo.