Books published by Chronicle Books

Sales Handle:A charming guide to the mindful practice of observing and appreciating the magnificent colors of autumn foliage.Key Selling Points:MAKES A LOVELY GIFT: The POCKET NATURE series makes a thoughtful gift for a wide range of folks. Buy LEAF-PEEPING on its own as a seasonal read, or package it together with other books in the series to make a lovely gift. Perfect for nearly any occasion, these books can be gifted alongside outdoor gear (binoculars, hiking boots) or tucked in a holiday stocking.WIDE AUDIENCE: These handsome books will appeal to people of all ages and genders. The activities are easy and accessible to everyone, and who doesn¿t like spending time outside? Leaf-peeping is a beloved pastime, especially in North America, and it is as applicable for avid adventurers as it is for people who are simply trying to spend more time outside. With a mindful bent, LEAF-PEEPING will also appeal to anyone who is looking for simple ways to practice mindfulness.ON TREND: This series speaks to two major trends: mindfulness and nature as therapy. Over the last few years, people have increasingly turned to the outdoors as an escape, as a place to bond, and as an alternative to vacations/extended travel. A leaf-peeping trip, whether by car or by foot, is a lovely, easy way to spend time with loved ones outside during the fall.PERENNIAL + COLLECTIBLE: The topics covered in this series are perennial¿clouds, sunsets, leaves, and beaches will always be there to enjoy and admire. With new titles coming out every season, each affordably priced at $12.95, there will be ever-new opportunities to grow a charming collection that looks great on the shelf.UNIQUE CONTENT: The hyper-specific topics in this series stand apart from other general nature books in this category, offering clear gifting moments and recipients. LEAF-PEEPING is truly the first of its kind: Not only does it provide tips on where to find fall foliage, but it also provides fascinating tidbits about the science of leaf-turning and the culture of leaf-peeping, as well as mindful practices inspired by the cyclical nature of leaves.CONSUMER:- Nature lovers- Anyone who loves the fall season- East Coasters and those visiting the East Coast to leaf-peep- Meditators and mindfulness practitioners- People looking to slow down and disconnect, and/or spend more time outside- People who purchased MINDFULNESS CARDS or NATURE MEDITATIONS

This laugh-out-loud picture book from award-winning author-illustrator Shinsuke Yoshitake unpacks the reasons behind a variety of relatable behaviors. Clever and creative, it will inspire children and parents alike to expand their powers of reason and view their own habits in a new, humorous, and?most importantly?forgiving light. After all, there's an explanation for everything!

There is no city quite like New York City, for better or worse. I LOVE(ISH) NEW YORK is a hilarious relatable collection of essays, illustrations, and cartoons about the always interesting, sometimes frustrating, and endlessly entertaining quirks of living in the Big Apple. Despite the notorious six-floor walk-ups and unrequited love found in all the wrong dive bars, the city¿s unique charm and irresistible allure keeps millions of residents¿and starry-eyed millions more on their way¿walking fast and talking faster in this urban paradise. NEW YORKER magazine contributor Ali Solomon offers an absurdist¿s eye and a satirist¿s pen, crafting a love letter to the greatest (or great-ish?) city in the world. I LOVE(ISH) NEW YORK is the perfect gift for anyone who lives, left, loved, or dreamed of living in New York City.

Rice is so much more than just a pantry staple. It is the foundation of cuisines across the world, a grain that sustains half the world's people, and the start of a delicious meal at home. This love letter to rice and rice noodles, from the founders of Lotus Foods, showcases the grain with over 65 recipes for easy-to-cook meals. Along the way, it also offers essays on rice culture and sustainable rice agriculture, showing how rice plays a part in uplifting people across the globe.

SALES HANDLE:Use science to crack each case in this collection of STEM-focused mini-mysteries, the latest in the Sleuth & Solve series!KEY SELLING POINTS:ENGAGING MYSTERIES WITH A SCIENCE TWIST: From Encyclopedia Brown to Sherlock Holmes to CLUE, mysteries transfix, engage, and entertain. Following the previous three books in the Sleuth & Solve series, this latest age-appropriate, smart, science-themed take on mysteries for kids will become a family favorite.AN ENGAGING GAME IN A BOOK: Readers get points for solving each mystery correctly, encouraging teamwork and interactivity. Perfect for family fun!IRRESISTIBLE SCIENCE HOOK: Calling all STEM fans! This book features content from a variety of scientific disciplines, including geology, chemistry, astronomy, and more.A FUN SPIN ON SCIENCE: Each puzzle must be solved using a scientific principle, and those principles are explained at the back of the book. Bonus material encourages readers to perform hands-on activities, ask and answer questions like a scientist, and more!REINFORCES LOGICAL REASONING SKILLS: These clever mysteries are solved by way of deduction, inference, and logical reasoning, all of which build readers¿ critical thinking skills.IDEAL FOR A WIDE RANGE OF READERS: With an engaging illustration style, fast-paced narratives, humorous scenarios, and bonus experimental content, there¿s something for everyone!CONSUMER:- Fans of mysteries- Fans of the Sleuth & Solve series- Kids who love science- Kids who love brainteasers and puzzles- Anyone seeking interactive and engaging gifts with replay value- Parents, grandparents, and caregivers- Educators and librarians

There¿s work to do! No time to waste! All year the farm¿s a busy place!Six hardworking trucks¿with help from brand-new farm vehicles¿have work to do in each of the seasons: planting in spring, building a barn in the summer, harvesting in fall, and finally tucking the animals in for a cozy winter. Construction enthusiasts will love this look at a farm through the year, and all the rough, tough work there is to do!Sherri Duskey Rinker and AG Ford, the author-illustrator team behind the many New York Times CONSTRUCTION SITE bestsellers, bring their playful rhyming text and vibrant illustrations to another exciting tale of teamwork, sure to delight little construction fans everywhere.

Sales Handle:For readers who love THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH and COUNTING BY 7S: an honest story of grief, redemption, and life as a kid facing both.Key Selling Points:A GREAT WAY TO UNDERSTAND DIFFICULT FEELINGS: Coming to terms with one¿s responsibility for things both our fault and not is a universal experience that can be difficult to process, particularly when grief is involved. Millie offers a great blueprint for young readers who don¿t understand the surrounding emotions and need help working through them.A MAIN CHARACTER KIDS WILL LOVE: Millie makes mistakes as she goes through grief. It¿s often not pretty, but it is very relatable. The author¿s honest portrayal of this experience¿and her perceptive identification of so much that is real and difficult about being an adolescent struggling with anything¿will resonate with young readers, whether grieving or not.SCIENCE ANGLE: One way Millie learns to cope with grief is through a long-term science project focused on incubating eggs and hatching chicks. The metaphorical meaning behind this practical science makes this book resonate emotionally and feel grounded in real-world issues.CONSUMER:Middle grade readers, Educators and librarians, Parents looking for books on loss or grief

HOORAY FOR GRANDPARENTS celebrates the special role grandparents play in children¿s lives and collects 50 ways to build a strong relationship between grandparent and grandchild. It¿s packed with fun activities to do together, ways to create your own special traditions, advice on how to support your grandchild in difficult times, and ideas for building a legacy that lives beyond your years. Packaged in a fun and engaging format, with simple, fun, and heartwarming ways to deepen connections across generations, this is full of useful and meaningful ways for grandparents to bond with grandchildren.

Here comes an irresistible, heartfelt, and humorous ode to love, just right for gift-giving on Valentine's Day and EVERY day! Kids and adults alike will delight in these charming, clever ways to express affection and say "I love you,? ranging from the familiar ("like a candle loves a flame?) to the unexpected ("like a pirate loves an X?)?and always from the heart.

HOMAGE is a first-of-its-kind cookbook that celebrates a vastly under-explored foodway in the African diaspora: Amish soul food. Via comforting recipes and vivid narrative, renowned chef Chris Scott tells the remarkable story of his family over seven generations¿from his enslaved ancestors to his great-grandfather, who migrated to Pennsylvania after the Emancipation Proclamation, to his own childhood in Amish country, and, ultimately, his successful restaurant career in Philadelphia and New York City. Here Chris shares 100 dishes born of a unique blend of Southern, German, and Dutch cuisines, including Chicken Fried Steak with Sassafras Country Gravy, Charred Radicchio Salad with Roasted Grapes and Shaved Amish Cheddar, and the ultimate Whoopie Pies. With stunning photography that evokes the rich history of these distinct cultures, HOMAGE is a must-have for home cooks who love JUBILEE and Carla Hall, who enjoy soul flavors or Midwestern food, or who are drawn to cookbooks with vivid storytelling, a sense of place, and a new point of view.