Nurse Florence(R) Coloring Book
Sometimes it seems only a nurse can bring technical information down to an understanding that an ordinary person can grasp. The Nurse Florence(R) book series provides high quality medical information that even a child can grasp. By introducing young kids to correct terminology and science concepts at an early age, we can help increase our children's health literacy level as well as help to prepare them for courses and jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. We need more scientists so I hope that many children will enjoy this book series and consider a job involving science. Introducing Some Medical Words to Kids in Every Book(R) A Movement of Global Health Promotion and Literacy Dow Creative Enterprises(R) Help Civilization Reach Its Potential(R)
Nurse Florence(R) Coloring Book
Sometimes it seems only a nurse can bring technical information down to an understanding that an ordinary person can grasp. The Nurse Florence(R) book series provides high quality medical information that even a child can grasp. By introducing young kids to correct terminology and science concepts at an early age, we can help increase our children's health literacy level as well as help to prepare them for courses and jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. We need more scientists so I hope that many children will enjoy this book series and consider a job involving science. Introducing Some Medical Words to Kids in Every Book(R) A Movement of Global Health Promotion and Literacy Dow Creative Enterprises(R) Help Civilization Reach Its Potential(R)
Poetry in chess
Poetry in Chess introduces the reader to the fascinating world of chess endgame studies by revealing some of the beautiful ideas that are only rarely encountered in over-the-board play. This collection of chess studies, conundrums, puzzles and curiosities will appeal to players of all levels, from beginner to advanced, who are interested in the ocean of possibilities that exist in chess. The book can also be used as a solution guide for the solver or a source of aesthetic ideas or themes.
Starfinder Alien Core Special Edition (S2)
Battles in outer space or on distant planets need aliens! Inside Starfinder Alien Core Special Edition, you'll find over 200 creatures, including science fantasy favorites like robots, spacefaring fey, and all-new dragons; alien beasts from friendly spiderlike empathnids to fearsome plantlike predator ksariks; and unique monsters that threaten the galaxy of Starfinder, like jinsul troopers and vicious Swarm components. You'll also find legacy Pathfinder creatures with a scifi update, like nanite-infesed allgolthus, and Starfinder classics like akata and tashtarai. These creatures cover all levels of play, from scavenging sluglike diathas to powerful Drift-dwelling spectra. Starfinder Alien Core Special Edition is the only book GMs need to add enemies and allies of all sorts to their Starfinder Second Edition game, providing enough aliens of all power levels and thematic niches to populate countless worlds. And since Starfinder Second Edition is fully compatible with Pathfinder Second Edition, every alien presented in this massive tome can pull double duty in Pathfinder campaigns with next to no adjustment.Starfinder Alien Core Special Edition includes: Over 200 individual alien writeups, including common foes, like glitch-spawning gremlins, robots programmed for assassination, and mindless cybernetic zombies, to unique creatures that can threaten even the most experienced interstellar explorers, such as Akiton's dreaded illumantula and the giant Castrovelian ooze known as the Terror or Ukulam!Four science-fantasy dragons, giving a new spin to adventure fantasy's oldest foes, representing the four magical traditions. Whether it's the divine cosmic dragon or primal host dragon, these beasts are sure to make a memorable experience with every encounter!New additions to classic RPG creature families like angels, devils, trolls, and giant worms.Representative combatants from some of the Starfinder setting's most iconic organizations, including the Azlanti Star Empire's aeon guards, the imperious Hellknights, nature-loving Xenowardens, the undead crew of the infamous Corpse Fleet, and more!Simple creature adjustments that allow you to customize a monster, tuning its power level or theme with just a few simple alterations. Dial up the tech level of fantasy creatures or the magical nature of scientific anomalies and keep your players on their toes!Guidelines for reading and using alien statistics, ensuring you get the most out of a creature both in and out of combat.Lists of creatures sorted by both type and level, making it easy to find the alien you need when you need it.Hundreds of beautiful full-color creature illustrations!This deluxe special edition is bound in faux leather with metallic deboss cover elements and a bound-in ribbon bookmark.
Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective
Join in on an informative, exciting, and whimsical oversized full-color hardcover volume chronicling thirty years of the beloved fantasy strategy franchise, Heroes of Might and Magic! When New World Computing released the original Heroes of Might and Magic in 1995, players were elated to take control of bold heroes who led vast armies composed of creatures from modest peasants to fearsome Black Dragons. In the decades that followed, the games have only become more ambitious, featuring thrilling narratives, unforgettable art, and iconic gameplay. Now, readers can learn the secrets behind the development of each main game in the definitive turn-based strategy series through never-before seen art, documentation, and interviews with key members of the creative teams. The Heroes of Might and Magic: 30th Anniversary Retrospective takes fans of fantasy, turn-based strategy, and nostalgic gaming on an expansive expedition down the heroes' path and beyond. Explore the storied history of one of gaming's most fondly remembered series!
The Creative Game Master's Guide to Extraordinary Locations
Colorful maps and intriguing locations to inspire Game Masters of Dungeons & Dragons and other fantasy RPGs to elevate their game. Get your hands on the extraordinary adventure locations that Justin Alexander, bestselling author of So You Want to Be a Game Master, "can't wait to use in [his] own campaign" and the location design inspiration that David Hartlage (DMDavid) called "rocket fuel for your imagination." The Creative Game Master's Guide to Extraordinary Locations & How to Design Them by RPG expert, Duncan Rhodes, is a collection of thirty original and inspiring locations that GMs can drop into their existing fantasy roleplaying games, either as standalone adventures, or as part of an ongoing campaign. Each fantasy location is versatile enough to incorporate into their existing worlds using any popular fantasy RPG ruleset, including Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder. Thanks to full-color, full-page maps rendered by the talented cartographer Arturo G籀mez Mart穩nez (aka Nerdy Maps), this creative guide offers immersive, playable settings brimming with mystery, magic, and danger. Find plug-and-play adventure locations and world-building tools designed to make your campaigns unforgettable. Compelling Adventure Ideas are also included for each location, enabling GMs to employ engaging hooks for the players to visit, and to give them enough exploration, roleplaying and combat opportunities to drive at least one entire session of gameplay per location. GMs who are short on time can also use the Adventure Paths provided to link various locations together and play an entire adventure or mini-campaign with minimal prep and maximum impact. "I can't wait to use these amazing locations in my own campaign! Whether they inspire adventures or are the perfect fit for plugging in when your players go diving int o the unknown, Rhodes has given every fantasy game master exactly what they need!" --Justin Alexander, USA Today Bestselling Author of So You Want to Be a Game Master, Award-Winning Creator of The Alexandrian "Duncan Rhodes has created something very special--a tool that GMs can wield in the face of our greatest foes: unpredictable story direction and creative block. This is a weapon to generate locations for any adventuring heroes, no matter how far from the predicted path they tread, or to spark the imagination of any world builder seeking a diving board into the creative process." --Will Earl, DnD Shorts YouTube Channel "More than just inspired locations, this book keeps adding ways to prove invaluable, including dispensing advice, inspiration, and adventure seeds. It's rocket fuel for your imagination." --David Hartlage, DMDavid.com "A GM needs three things to run a session: lo cations, maps, and random charts. The Game Master's Guide to Extraordinary Locations has all these--and then some." --Professor DM, DungeonCraft YouTube Channel "Duncan has given Game Masters a true gift with this book. Each location brims with atmosphere and story potential, and is ready to drop straight into your campaign. It's inspiring, practical, and endlessly usable--a resource I wish I'd had years ago." --M. T. Black, bestselling D&D designer "Kudos to Rhodes for this fantastic and visually appealing toolkit for busy G Ms. With a well-organized and inspiring system for creating memorable settings, complete with thirty pre-built locations, nine different terrains, and dozens of cre ative tables to spark inst ant adventure, this tome serves as a recommended prep and improv GM aid." --Johnn Four, Roleplayingtips.com
Sunday Matinee Crawls
Hanging out in a small pub leads to great adventures. Sometimes. While the party of seekers are listening to a tall story about a traveler that is missing an arm, the storyteller talks about how it was stolen. His artifact arm was ripped from his body! Taken by the pirates and rogues he calls The Royales. The seekers clearly appear to be experienced and the storyteller takes notice. He asks that they go retrieve his arm back from the "dirty pirates living in the waste dunes." But I would find a way in that is quiet he advises. Will the party travel into the turf of The Royales? Will they heed his warning and sneak into the base? The seekers have an opportunity to go on the heist of a lifetime and steal back the arm stolen once before. Sneak in? Parachute in? It is time for the seekers to become skilled burglars. Sunday Matinee Crawls: Heisting The Royales is an adventure compatible with the Mutant Crawl Classics Role Playing Game. This module is designed for 4 to 6 level 3 seekers.
Will Holding in a Fart Make You Explode?
You've just found the perfect gag gift for teenage boys!Inside Will Holding in a Fart Make You Explode? you'll find 50 weird questions with plenty of interesting facts for the curious-minded individuals.One-page answers with science - perfect for bathroom breaks.Endless interesting questions - for those curious-minded teenagers looking to learnGet a good laugh with question like Why are people so comfortable with the smell of their own farts?Some mind-scratchers you'll tackle on this journeyWhy do we yawn when others do?Can fish really rain from the sky?Is cracking your knuckles actually bad for you?What's the science behind brain freeze-can it hurt you?Could wet hair outdoors really make you sick?The Ideal Gift For: The hard-to-buy-for teenage boyDads, brothers and coworkers that want some bathroom entertainmentTrivia fans Add it to your cart today and find out-once and for all-whether holding in a fart could make you go kaboom!
Dad, I want to hear your story (Hardback)
"Dad, I want to hear your story" is a heartfelt guided journal that provides a unique opportunity to deepen your bond with your father and preserve his precious memories for generations to come. This beautifully designed journal is a tribute to the incredible man who has shaped your life, offering a structured yet flexible format to capture his unique experiences, wisdom, and cherished moments.With carefully crafted prompts, "Dad, I want to hear your story" gently guides your father through the chapters of his life, inspiring him to reflect on his fondest memories, pivotal moments, and significant milestones. From his childhood adventures to his dreams, accomplishments, and life lessons, this journal serves as a treasured keepsake, ensuring his stories and insights are documented in his own words.The journal also features ample space for your father to include personal photographs that vividly illustrate his journey. These pictures become windows into his world, allowing you to visually connect with his past and the people who have played important roles in his life.As you embark on this journey together, "Dad, I want to hear your story" becomes a catalyst for heartfelt conversations, deeper understanding, and a celebration of the man your father is and the incredible life he has lived. By sharing his stories and memories, he imparts his unique wisdom, values, and experiences, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.Whether you choose to gift "Dad, I want to hear your story" to your father or embark on this journaling journey together, this book will create precious moments of connection and create a keepsake that will be cherished by your family for years to come. Let this guided journal be a heartfelt tribute to your father's life, capturing his story with love, gratitude, and profound respect.
Chess Imbalances
Material imbalances are a fundamental part of almost every chess game, yet have not received much attention in chess literature. In this illuminating book, GM Mauricio Flores Rios breaks down this universal topic into categories such as bishop vs knight, opposite-coloured bishops, possessing and playing against the bishop pair, and various scenarios with a queen or rook being traded for a number of pieces. With well-chosen examples, insightful commentary and exercises to test your newfound understanding of all types of material imbalance, this book is an essential tool for chess improvement.
Mam獺, Quiero Escuchar Tu Historia
La colecci籀n oficial de Hear Your Story(R)Da a mam獺 el regalo de ser conocida de verdad. Mam獺, Quiero Escuchar tu Historia es m獺s que un diario guiado: es una invitaci籀n sincera para que tu mam獺 pueda reflexionar, recordar y compartir los momentos que dieron forma a su vida. Desde sus recuerdos de infancia hasta los sucesos que le cambiaron la vida, este libro de recuerdos representa una manera hermosa de profundizar la conexi籀n entre ustedes y conservar su legado por generaciones.Ahora tambi矇n disponible en espa簽ol, en una maravillosa edici籀n revisada y aumentada, este diario 矇xito en ventas incluye m獺s invitaciones para la reflexi籀n, un dise簽o refinado e incluso m獺s espacio para que mam獺 pueda contar su historia 繳nica. He aqu穩 por qu矇 mam獺 amar獺 este regalo: M獺s de 40 p獺ginas totalmente nuevas llenas de invitaciones frescas y sinceras para provocar reflexiones profundas.M獺s de 300 preguntas cuidadosamente curadas, entre las que se cuentan: Si pudieras volver a ser ni簽a por un d穩a, 聶c籀mo te gustar穩a pasarlo?聶Cu獺l fue la mayor sorpresa que te dio la maternidad y que descubriste despu矇s del nacimiento de tu primer hijo?聶Qu矇 consejo sobre c籀mo vivir la vida de mejor manera le ofrecer穩as a alguien que est獺 en sus veintes o treintas?Bell穩simas mejoras, entre las que se encuentran esquinas redondeadas, un suave acabado mate y un papel m獺s grueso que hace de la escritura un placer. Creados con amor: Nacidos del deseo de un hijo de conservar el legado familiar de sus padres, Hear Your Story(R) ha sido creado por familias y para las familias.Tal como aparece en Oprah.com, The PioneerWoman.com, USA Today y Today.com, Mam獺, Quiero Escuchar tu Historia es el regalo perfecto para el D穩a de las Madres, sus cumplea簽os o cualquier d穩a en el que le quieras decir: 竄T繳 eres importante. Tu historia es importante罈.
Abuelita, Quiero Escuchar Tu Historia
La colecci籀n oficial de Hear Your Story(R)癒El regalo perfecto para abuelita este D穩a de las Madres! Invita a tu abuela a compartir su historia de vida, un preciado recuerdo a la vez. Abuelita, Quiero Escuchar tu Historia es m獺s que un simple diario: es una celebraci籀n de su vida, en sus propias palabras. Cuidadosamente dise簽ado con m獺s de 300 dulces invitaciones a la escritura, este libro de recuerdos la ayuda a reflexionar sobre sus memorias de infancia, sus sue簽os de adolescencia, las tradiciones familiares y las lecciones de vida que desea transmitir.Se trata de un regalo lleno de sentido que honra a la mujer que te ayud籀 a darle forma a tu mundo, creando un legado que tu familia atesorar獺 por generaciones.Abuelita adorar獺 esto: Dise簽o exterior expandido: M獺s espacio para escribir, un acomodo de los elementos fresco y una nueva y elegante portada hacen de esta una hermosa adici籀n para cualquier librero. M獺s de 40 p獺ginas de contenido nuevo, que contienen m獺s de 300 preguntas cuidadosamente curadas para provocar reflexiones profundas y redescubrir momentos que quiz獺 ella no haya recordado en a簽os. Un legado en su propia voz que ayudar獺 a tu abuelita a conservar su historia de vida: desde divertidos recuerdos familiares hasta los momentos que la definieron. Creado con amor: El equipo de Hear Your Story(R) est獺 conformado con padres de familia, abuelos y nietos. Nos nutrimos del rico abanico de nuestras experiencias y perspectivas colectivas para llenar a nuestros diarios del cuidado y amor que merecen.Ahora disponible en espa簽ol: Una manera hermosa de honrar la vida de abuelita y conservar sus recuerdos para las generaciones futuras.Hear Your Story(R) fue fundada por Jeffrey Mason como una respuesta sincera a la p矇rdida de su padre a manos del Alzheimer. Nuestros diarios son un compromiso con la preservaci籀n de los legados familiares y un testamento a la creencia de que cada vida es digna de ser contada y preservada.Abuelita, Quiero Escuchar tu Historia es tu comienzo para entender a tu familia, tu historia y a ti mismo.
Dvoretsky's Endgame Manual
The Sixth Edition of a Modern Masterpiece When it appeared in 2003, the first edition of Dvoretsky's Endgame Manual was immediately recognized by novice and master alike as one of the best books ever published on the endgame. The enlarged and revised sixth edition - 504 pages - is better than ever! German grandmaster Karsten M羹ller, widely recognized as one of the best endgame theoreticians in the world today, has carefully updated the sixth edition with the help of American grandmaster Alex Fishbein. Here is what Magnus Carlsen, the 16th World Champion, had to say in his foreword to the sixth edition: "This book occupies a very special place in chess literature... Dvoretsky's Endgame Manual will fill you with the joy and knowledge that will surely improve both your endgame skills and your understanding of our royal game." Here is what Vladimir Kramnik, the 14th World Champion, had to say in his foreword to the fifth edition: "I consider it to be one of the very best chess books published in recent times..." "Dvoretsky's analysis is staggering in its depth and accuracy." - John Watson in his review of the first edition in The Week In Chess. "Dvoretsky's Endgame Manual comes close to an ultimate one-volume manual on the endgame." - Lubomir Kavalek in his review of the first edition in his Washington Post column.
Look Up! I Love You
This little notebook was created as a loving companion to your heart's next adventure. A little space for remembering what you love most, and expressing the love it inspires, and just enjoying your life the way life speaks to you!A little something to keep a smile on your face! If you ever catch yourself downcast just look up, the stars are always shining. If you ever see a cloudy day, the stars still shine beyond it. This little notebook is pocket size to go with you where you go and be there the trusted sidekick to care for your words as you follow your heart's inspiration.A little something to remind you a smile is just one look away --- up!
Temp矇rance
In T矇mperance (2022) Devan Shimoyama portrays himself as a translucent and Bejeweled blue angel pouring liquid from one container to another- echoing the T矇mperance tarot card that depicts water diluting wine as a symbolic act of restraint. Ironic perhaps in that his use of color and materials are, more often than not, gloriously unrestrained. Product Information: * 500 piece puzzle * Completed puzzle size: 24"x18" * Box size: 10x8x2in (25x20x5cm) * Designed in Brooklyn, NY Printed, assembled, and packed in the USA. * Made with 100% recyclable materials
Fortitude
Puzzle of Kyle Staver's painting Fortitude. Engaging with the beautiful and the grisly of canonical Western narratives in equal measure, Kyle Staver finds her inspiration in sources ranging from the Bible to ancient Greek mythopoetic traditions. The artist personifies a series of virtues including Charity, Justice, and Fortitude, among others, developing a tradition of iconography stemming from early Christian manuscript illumination. Product Information: * 500 piece puzzle * Completed puzzle size: 24x18in (67.30x48.90 cm) * Box size: 10x8x2in (25x20x5cm) * Designed in Brooklyn, NY Printed, assembled, and packed in the USA. * Made with 100% recyclable materials
Butterfly Egg
A 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle featuring the artwork of acclaimed St. Louis based artist Lauren dela Roche. 1,000 piece puzzle featuring the artwork of Lauren dela Roche. Lauren dela Roche is a self-taught artist living in St Louis, Missouri whose visual influences come from classical Greek mythology, handmade embroideries, weavings, domestic interiors, music, and her own vivid dreamworld. Her drawings and paintings examine balance and unease at once: female nudes engage in ritualistic acts, cats and dogs live harmoniously, and wild animals appear tame and indoors
Jesus The Word Word Search
Fall in love ❤️ with the word of God again, simply by playing a game.The most meaningful word search activity book is all about Jesus.����It starts off with page after page of Names of Jesus. You'll be surprised just how many there are.Followed by snapshots of his life through word puzzles.����Make connections and enhance your discipleship as you ponder on the life and times and teachings your Savior.You won't be the same after completing this word search book.����Carefully chosen topics cover not only his miracles, parables, relationships and the events of his life, but show a glimpse into to the current affairs of the day with languages, wars, clothing, toys, musical instruments and more.����Fall in love with the word of God again, by playing the Jesus The Word Word Search. ����
Mr. Darcy’s Word Search for a Bride
Congratulations! ��Just like Mr. Darcy you have chosen wisely! ��This Word Search will try your patience, but you'll come off the better for it.Mr. Darcy is not quite ready. �� Help him find the proper bride. ����You might be pleasantly surprised at the swarm of topics surroundings Pride and Prejudice, along with a myriad of interesting subjects of Regency Romance Era fame.Jane Austen would definitely be pleased. (We hope!)Write to us and let us know how you fair.This one is fairly difficult, and recommended for at least 10+ but perhaps better for adults.The good news is, it's actually LARGE PRINT, this time!! (not all of Mind Tree titles are, for sure).Oh look at the time!It's tea time! ��️ Let's get back to working on Mr. Darcy's Word Search for a Bride!
Starter Kit for New Game Masters
This Starter Kit is designed for parents, educators, and brand-new Game Masters (GMs) who want to run tabletop roleplaying games (RPGs) for teens. Whether you're home-schooling, hosting a family game night, or guiding a youth group, this guide helps you get started with confidence, creativity, and zero overwhelm. Here you will learn to use a standard five-act story structure using this easy-to-follow template to plot out a hero's journey for your players. In addition, you will understand how to help your players solve any mystery or reach a conclusion, by providing at least three clues. This rule helps prevent frustration and keeps players engaged and curious even if they miss something - which they will. Later, there will be a quick checklist to help you prepare your adventure ahead of time, including a blank 5E compatible character sheet you will find at the back of this kit. If you are still on the fence, we show you the many educational benefits of RPGS that extend far beyond simply having fun with family and friends. When you are ready to dive into your first experience, you will find a quirky one shot involving some "monkey business" at the end of this kit. Continue reading if you are ready for the adventure of a lifetime!
Simply Stress-Free: A Bold & Easy Coloring Book
This coloring series features big, bold images with beautiful-but-minimal details, ideal for colorists who prefer simple, fuss-free designs. With 31 pages inspired by nature, Simply Stress-Free provides soothing imagery for quick, satisfying results, making it a perfect tool for mindfulness and self-care for colorists of all ages.
Simply Nostalgic: A Bold & Easy Coloring Book
Perfect for all ages that enjoy coloring simple, no-fuss designs, this new coloring series features big, bold images with just the right amount of detail. Thirty-one pages include illustrations of iconic imagery from the past. Appealing to older generations seeking an easy, brain boosting, stress-reducing activity.
Lego(r) Botanicals: Tiny Desert Garden
For LEGO(R) fans young and old, a new mini format features exclusive mini-models based on popular LEGO sets. Fans of LEGO will want to collect them all!New LEGO(R) Botanicals series features micro-scale versions of popular LEGO sets. Each small box includes enough elements for an adorable mini build, perfect for display on a shelf, desk, or bookcase. Based on the popular LEGO Botanicals, you can use the elements in the Desert Garden kit to build a tiny collection of cacti and succulents including Barrel Cactus, String of Pearls, String of Hearts, Lime n' Chile, and even a mini ladybug! A companion 32-page book includes build instructions and fun facts for every element in the garden. A perfect gift for new and established LEGO fans!New mini format: Includes a 54-piece LEGO(R) element kit for mini build plus a 32-page companion book EXCLUSIVE LEGO model: Features exclusive mini-models based on the popular LEGO Botanicals setsPerfect Gift: A great holiday gift, Christmas stocking or Easter basket stuffer, Valentine's Day gift, or birthday gift for every LEGO(R) fanWARNING: SMALL PARTS. NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OF AGE - CHOKING HAZARDLEGO, the LEGO logo and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks and/or copyrights of the LEGO Group.(c)2025 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.
Lego(r) Botanicals: Tiny Wildflower Bouquet
For LEGO(R) fans young and old, a new mini format features exclusive mini-models based on popular LEGO sets. Fans of LEGO will want to collect them all!New LEGO(R) Botanicals series features micro-scale versions of popular LEGO sets. Each small box includes enough elements for an adorable mini build, perfect for display on a shelf, desk, or bookcase. Based on the popular LEGO Botanicals, you can use the elements in the Wildflower Bouquet kit to build a tiny collection of flowers including Gerber Daisy, Larkspur, Lavender, Welsh Poppies, and more! A companion 32-page book includes build instructions and fun facts for every flower in the bouquet. A perfect gift for new and established LEGO fans!New mini format: Includes a 95-piece LEGO(R) element kit for mini build plus a 32-page companion bookEXCLUSIVE LEGO model: Features exclusive mini-models based on the popular LEGO Botanicals setsPerfect Gift: A great holiday gift, Christmas stocking or Easter basket stuffer, Valentine's Day gift, or birthday gift for every LEGO(R) fanWARNING: SMALL PARTS. NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OF AGE - CHOKING HAZARDLEGO, the LEGO logo and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks and/or copyrights of the LEGO Group.(c)2025 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.
The Devil’S Picture-Books
Unlock the secrets of the past with "The Devil's Picture-Books" by Mrs. John King Van Rensselaer, a mesmerizing exploration of the mystical world of playing cards. Once lost to time, this captivating classic has been out of print for decades and is now beautifully restored and republished by Alpha Editions. This edition is not just a reprint; it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, meticulously preserved for today's and future generations. Dive into the enchanting history and symbolism of cards, where each page reveals the timeless allure and hidden meanings behind these seemingly simple objects. Mrs. Van Rensselaer's eloquent prose and insightful analysis make this book a unique and valuable addition to any library, appealing to both casual readers and avid collectors of classic literature. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of the arcane, or simply curious about the stories behind everyday items, "The Devil's Picture-Books" promises to engage and inspire. Rediscover this forgotten gem and let it transport you to a world where every card holds a story, and every story is a journey through time.
Water Wizardry
Unlock the secrets of liquid enchantment with "Water Wizardry" by Arthur Ainslie, a mesmerizing collection of tricks where water takes center stage. After being out of print for decades, this captivating classic is now beautifully restored and republished by Alpha Editions, offering a rare glimpse into the art of water-based illusions. This edition is not just a reprint; it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, meticulously preserved for today's and future generations. Dive into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, as Ainslie guides you through a series of spellbinding tricks that will astonish and delight. Whether you're a casual reader or a devoted collector of classic literature, this book promises to ignite your imagination and inspire wonder. With its timeless appeal and unique focus on water as the chief agent of magic, "Water Wizardry" stands out as a valuable addition to any library. Experience the joy of discovery and the thrill of performance with this enchanting masterpiece. Perfect for aspiring magicians, curious minds, and lovers of classic literature, this edition invites you to explore the wonders of water like never before.
What Shall We Do Now?
Unlock the magic of timeless play with "What Shall We Do Now?: Five Hundred Games and Pastimes" by Dorothy Canfield Fisher, a captivating treasure trove of fun and creativity! Rediscover the joy of simple pleasures with this beautifully restored edition, republished by Alpha Editions after being out of print for decades. This isn't just a reprint it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, lovingly preserved for today's and future generations. Dive into a world where imagination reigns supreme, offering a delightful array of games and pastimes that have enchanted families for generations. From indoor amusements to outdoor adventures, this book is a testament to the enduring power of play. Whether you're a casual reader seeking inspiration or a collector of classic literature, this edition promises to enrich your library and your life. Experience the joy of shared laughter and creativity with this unique and valuable guide. Perfect for families, educators, and anyone yearning for a touch of nostalgia, "What Shall We Do Now?" is your gateway to endless hours of entertainment and connection. Embrace the timeless charm of this cultural gem and let the games begin!
On Soulsring Worlds
The first book-length study devoted to FromSoftware games, On Soulsring Worlds explores how the Dark Souls series and Elden Ring are able to reconcile extreme difficulty in both gameplay and narrative with broad appeal.
Playtesting Best Practices
Playtesting Best Practices: Real World and Online covers the complete journey of playtesting - the iterative journey to shape and refine tabletop games from raw ideas to balanced and fun games.
Murder by Muffin: Book 2
A cozy mystery story combined with themed word search puzzles creates an interactive and charming whodunit experience in this fun new format that invites you to solve the case as you uncover clues. Life at Cranberry Creek is settling down for Abby Jones. Her bookstore business is booming the drama around her opening event is finally starting to fade, and she's even started to make friends with some of the locals, including her Main Street neighbors at the local bakery. But when the bakery owner Rose is accused of poisoning a restaurant critic with her famous blueberry muffins, Abby knows there's more to this case than meets the eye--and she's determined to clear her friend's name or die trying!
King Pong
Why and how Atari's first video game PONG established an industry that shapes consumers' relationships to technology to this day. PONG is one of the longest- and most consistently circulating video games. Released in 1972, it remains at our fingertips as Android or iOS app, hosted at freepong.org and the Internet Archive, and even released as A Tiny Game of Pong for the Apple Watch. Despite its simplicity and ubiquity, Atari's PONG encapsulates far more than the history of a video game and an iconic game company. King PONG is the first book dedicated to an unassuming game that changed the world. Through the prisms of product positioning, market development, and category creation, Raiford Guins answers the question of why Atari's inaugural product succeeded and why it endures. The author of Game After and Atari Design, and an excavator of the "Atari landfill" in New Mexico, Guins brings us a unique history that reconsiders the launch of Atari's PONG through the lens of the company's business practices. He follows the young Silicon Valley startup from its early days of positioning its new product within the existing coin-op amusement industry to its establishment of a consumer industry for home video games--a story of remarkable market development innovation. Written with a passion for video games and a historian's insight, the book animates the business exploits of one of the fastest growing and most influential companies ever.
Super Nintendo
An exuberant, behind-the-scenes look at the designers and the company that brought us Mario, Zelda, Pok矇mon, and so much more "Keza MacDonald pulls back the curtain on the Nintendo dream factory." --Walt Williams, author of Significant Zero What magical mushroom could have turned an unassuming playing card company into one of the dominant cultural forces of the twenty-first century? In Super Nintendo, lifelong gamer and a renowned video games journalist Keza MacDonald traces Nintendo back to its quirky beginnings in 1889, illuminating its singular ethos, its endlessly innovative leaders and developers, its massive cultural impact, and, most of all, the video games themselves, which have inspired joy and creativity in millions. Leaping from game to game, Super Nintendo tells the remarkable story of the people who brought us Super Mario Bros., Zelda, Pok矇mon, Animal Crossing, Splatoon, and more--not to mention the SNES, N64, Game Boy, Wii, Switch, and a host of other wacky gizmos--and charts the delights they've offered over the decades. MacDonald draws on private interviews with icons like Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Mario, who continues to leave his stamp on the company, and takes readers on a trip to the secretive Nintendo HQ--making her one of the few Western journalists to have set foot inside the building. Along the way, she uncovers the driving force behind these creative triumphs: a willingness to take risks and place long-term success over short-term profits. A carousel of wonders, Super Nintendo whisks you back to the couch in the den, a controller in your hands for the very first time, staring up at a screen of infinite possibilities.
Limitless Non-Combat Encounters Vol. 1
A collection of new non-combat random encounters that can be dropped into any fantasy setting. Crafting, Exploration, Magic Item Creation, Mini-Games, Mysteries, Puzzles, Skill Challenges, Traps, and Role-play challenges usable with any TTRPG system with a simple keyword-based system.Running games is like writing flash fiction week after week for your table. Limitless Non-Combat encounters can be used to craft a random encounter table for travel and exploration, to fill in the hexes of a sandbox, or whenever your players wander to a location for which you had not yet prepared. Feel free to change the names, treasures, and the number of creatures as you see fit.We've designed our keyword-based system that provides you useful information about an NPC, a skill challenge, hazard, or treasure. These keywords correspond directly to levels of difficulty. When an encounter reads"This trap does a dangerous amount of damage.", you may come up with your own values for this challenge, or you may look up conversions for your game system in the Appendix. For example, in 5E, this corresponds to a d12. Feel free to adjust the conversions as you see fit, you know your table best. This gives you the flexibility to alter encounters to your needs and game system, but also provides you usable numbers if you need them.Each Limitless Encounter will have a Further Adventure(tm) section to give the DM three ideas for additional quests that could spring from a seemingly random encounter. These hooks are merely suggestions for continuing a plot and should be used or ignored at your discretion. For example, if a hook suggests that the Duchess was the murderer, that is a just a possible twist you could build from and needn't be acted upon if it would disrupt your campaign.This is a toolbox ready to help you create a richer campaign world, for those encounters that might be more difficult to create.Includes ongoing murder investigation encounters that can be added to any campaign world, or used as a complete sidequest.
Sea of Thieves: The Art of Piracy
Be more pirate! Immerse yourself in Rare's shared-world pirate adventure game Sea of Thieves with this stunning guide. A lavishly illustrated art book bursting with a wealth of new material including 100s of pieces of art with commentary from the game's creators. Be more pirate! Immerse yourself in the fantastical pirate world of Sea of Thieves in this lavishly illustrated guide to the hugely popular adventure game. Explore the evolution of the game since its release, through stunning full-color illustrations and previously unpublished concept art. Enjoy a wealth of new material, including characters, pets, ships, weapons, clothing and equipment, enemies such as Ashen Lords and Ocean Crawlers, and featuring exotic locations and special adventures, such as the Tall Tales. Showcasing hundreds of pieces of art with commentary from the game's creators, this gorgeous volume is a must-have for anyone interested in video-game art, and essential for all Sea of Thieves fans.
Brain Games - Sticker by Number: Enchanted Forest (24 Images to Sticker)
Get lost in a world of magic and wonder with Sticker by Number: Enchanted Forest. Features 24 whimsical images to sticker, including a white fox wearing a crown, a hare ringed with flowers, mushrooms sprouting from a buck's antlers, and other woodland scenes. Puzzle designs range in difficulty. First, sticker an image with the standard sticker sheet, then complete the image with the special foil stickers located in the back of the book. Includes 18 regular sticker sheets and 2 foil sticker sheets to add extra sparkle to the final images. Perforated pages allow you to easily remove your creations from the book and hang them on the wall. Made for adults, but kids and teens can enjoy as well! Similar to color or paint by number, this sticker activity book features designs that are divided into spaces, each with a number that corresponds to a sticker. Find the sticker, peel it, and place it in the right space. Watch as a full colored image emerges from the original unfinished illustration.
Brain Games - Sticker by Number - Sticker and Pray: Blessings (24 Images to Sticker)
Create a beautiful piece of art and reflect on God's goodness with Sticker by Number: Sticker and Pray Blessings.Features 24 peaceful images to sticker, including flowers, birds, butterflies, nature scenes, and more. While right-hand pages contain images to sticker, left-hand pages contain blessings drawn from the Bible, songs, writers, and tradition, to reflect upon while you sticker the image.Puzzle designs range in difficulty.First, sticker an image with the standard sticker sheet, then complete the image with the special foil stickers located in the back of the book.Includes 18 regular sticker sheets and 2 foil sticker sheets to add extra shine to the final images!Perforated pages allow you to take your creation out of the book and hang it on the wall.Made for adults, but kids and teens can enjoy as well!Makes a lovely gift for a Christian friend!Similar to color or paint by number, this sticker activity book features designs that are divided into spaces, each with a number that corresponds to a sticker. Find the sticker, peel it, and place it in the right space. Watch as a full colored image emerges from the original unfinished illustration.
Brain Games - Christmas Puzzles
Get in the Christmas spirit with this collection of more than 165 holiday-themed puzzles!Puzzle types include word searches, crosswords, cryptograms, anagrams, word ladders, acrostics, mazes, and visual puzzles. Festive subjects include seasonal activities, Christmas trees, stories, gifts, and Santa Claus!Answer key is located at the back of the book.Spiral binding, 192 pages.
Brain Games - Mystery Places Word Search
Brain Games - Mystery Places Word Search contains 84 word search puzzles that will keep you searching for the most intriguing locations found on this planet--and beyond!Every puzzle is themed around places mankind has barely explored, like the Mariana Trench, Amazon rainforest, and the moons of Jupiter, or places that are too strange to be explained, like haunted historic sites and unlikely roadside attractions. Find hundreds of words related to the puzzle themes. Answer key found at the back of the book. Spiral bound, 192 pages.
Brain Games - Large Print Word Search (Floral)
Enjoy solving 84 large print word searches that won't strain your eyes!Puzzle themes include fruits, plants, cities, colors, gems, animals, food, and many more!Entertaining and fun for beginning puzzlers or word search wizards.Answer key at the back of the book.Spiral bound, 192 pages.
Brain Games - Haunted Houses Word Search
Explore some of America's most notorious haunted locales in Brain Games Haunted Houses Word Search. Contains over 80 puzzles based on infamous haunted homes, mansions, ghost towns, cemeteries, and more.Read about the frightening events that each location is famous for as you search and solve.A complete answer key can be found at the back of the book.Spiral bound, 192 pages.
Brain Games - Bible Word Search: The Christmas Story - Large Print
Celebrate the nativity story with 84 Christmas-themed word search puzzles!Search for words drawn from passages from the gospels of Luke and Matthew and favorite Christmas carols like Joy to the World, Silent Night, and O Come, All Ye Faithful.Bible verses are drawn from the King James version of the Bible.Enlarged print and sizable grids make this easy on the eyes while presenting a challenge to the mind.A complete answer key is found at the back.Spiral bound, 192 pages.
Brain Games - Bible Word Search: The Old Testament - Large Print
Boost your Bible knowledge and deepen your faith with this collection of word search puzzles!Includes 84 word search puzzles about the people and events of the Old Testament.Contains puzzles with traditional word lists, and puzzles where you'll search for the words in all-capital letters within a Bible verse.Covers a wide variety of Old Testament topics, including creation, Jacob and Esau, Passover, Ruth and Naomi, Psalm 23, Hannah's prayer, and Jeremiah.Puzzles are presented in an easy-to-read large print format spread across 2 pages.Answer key is located at the back of the book. Spiral bound, 192 pages.Fun for the whole family!
Brain Games - To Go - Christmas Puzzles (Tree and Presents Cover)
Get into the spirit of the holiday season with Brain Games Christmas Puzzles, featuring more than 210 puzzles and quizzes. Enjoy festive word searches, cryptograms, crosswords, and mazes--plus a variety of logic, memory, and word puzzles. Themes include Christmas traditions, timeless movies and songs, cozy winter delights, and more. The portable size is perfect for your holiday travels or to gift as a stocking stuffer. A complete answer key is found at the back of the book. Spiral bound, 256 pages.
Creative Haven Owldorable Coloring Book
From the inimitable Teresa Goodridge comes a collection of perfectly adorable owls (and owlets!) in a variety of charming locations and situations. Embrace these wise and wonderful feathered friends and color your way through 31 sweet scenes. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display.
