Books published by Chronicle Books

A follow-up to An Egg Is Quiet and A Seed Is Sleepy. What those books did for eggs and seeds, this one does for butterflies, showing off how various, fascinating, and beautiful the world of butterflies is.

This poetry collection humorously and faithfully depicts the inner thoughts of dogs.

Have you ever laughed and cried at the same time? Because All My Friends Are Dead is either the saddest funny book of funniest sad book you've ever read.

After months of begging their parents for ballet lessons, Ivy and Bean finally get what they wanted, well, not exactly. It turns out ballet lessons are actually about learning how to dance gracefully. Weren't there supposed to be karate chops and round house kicks? If only the girls hadn't promised their parents to finish the entire ballet course.

After "Toy Story", "Ratatouille", "WALLE", and other blockbusters, where else could Pixar Animation Studios go but UP? Their latest film is a heartwarming and hilarious coming-of-age story about a 78-year-old widower.

Features an attached battery powered fart machine that reproduces ten common wind breakers, from the gentle hiss of the Silent-but-Deadly to the rip-roaring flatulation of the Seismic Blast. This work describes the habitat, range, voice, and 'field marks' of each emanation.

Bean is dismayed to learn that her sister is going to be her babysitter. That's not fair! But with help from Ivy, mischeif and mayem ensue, begging the question: Who is really in charge.

Ivy and Bean decide they are going to be the best kids in town. They are going to be nice, they are going to be sweet, they're going to be kind and generous and pure of heart but as usual, they end up in trouble.

Jennifer Berne and Vladimir Radunsky invite the reader to travel along with Einstein, on a journey full of curiosity, laughter, and science that shows the powerful difference imagination can make in any life.

The Writer's Toolbox: Creative Games and Exercises for Inspiring the 'Write' Side of Your Brain is a remarkable book by Jamie Cat Callan. Published in 2007 by Chronicle Books, this book is a must-have for anyone who wishes to explore the depths of their creativity in writing. Combining elements of the genre of creative writing, the book offers a wealth of games and exercises designed to inspire and stimulate the 'write' side of your brain. Jamie Cat Callan, with her expertise and creativity, has created a toolbox for writers at all levels. The Writer's Toolbox is not just a book; it's a journey into the creative process of writing. It's a journey that begins with you, the writer, and ends with a masterpiece that is uniquely yours. Published by Chronicle Books, this book is a testament to the power of creative writing and the endless possibilities it offers.

"The Art of Strange World showcases the art and making of the next animated film from Walt Disney Animation Studios, slated to release in Fall 2022"--

A Good Meal Is Hard to Find is more than just a cookbook: it's a love letter to the women and food of the Deep South. With charming narratives, visual storytelling, and delectable recipes, A Good Meal Is Hard to Find is everything you've ever wanted in a Southern cookbook. Inside are 60 go-to recipes organized into five chapters—Morning's Glories, Lingering Lunches, Dinner Dates & Late-Night Takes, Afternoon Pick-Me-Ups, and Anytime Sweets. Recipes written by award-winning cookbook author and Southern food expert Martha Hall Foose, as part of a collaboration with Amy C. Evans.• Each of the 60 recipes opens with a short vignette about a story about a unique Southern character.• Divided into five chapters from breakfast to dinner, with cocktails and desserts in between• Recipes paired with gorgeous, vintage-inspired acrylic paintings by Amy C. EvansInspired by generations of storytelling and Southern comfort food, this genre-bending cookbook is a must-have for cookbook lovers, vintage collectors, and Southern cooking enthusiasts alike. Recipes include Francine's Strawberry-Glazed Doughnuts, Camille's Bridge Club Egg Salad, The Suzy B's Spinach and Mushroom Frito Pie, Stella's Harissa Gold Chicken, and Estelle's Butterscotch Pound Cake.• Master the art of traditional Southern cooking and soul food.• Perfect for fans of Poole's: Recipes and Stores from a Modern Diner by Ashley Christensen, Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines, and Heritage by Sean Brock• A great cookbook gift for readers of Southern Living and Garden & Gun