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.
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!
Super Nintendo
What magical mushroom could have turned an unassuming playing card company into one of the dominant cultural forces of the twenty-first century? "Keza MacDonald pulls back the curtain on the Nintendo dream factory." --Walt Williams, author of Significant Zero Super Nintendo is an exuberant ode to play and the epic story of the company that has redefined it--Nintendo's quirky beginnings in 1889, 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. A lifelong gamer and a renowned video games journalist, Keza MacDonald digs down to Nintendo's experimental roots, tracking the company's rise with each new revolutionary product. She 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. 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. Along the way, MacDonald 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.
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.
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.
The Best Competitive Multiplayer Games
A fully illustrated guide to sixty top multiplayer titles, offering game details, facts, and tips for competitive play.Video games can be truly rewarding experiences whether you're knocking Bowser into a fiery inferno, scrapping seconds off a lap time around Silverstone to turn it into a record breaker, or solving a head-scratching Picross puzzle after a quiet and focused half hour. When that accomplishment happens to involve besting a friend sitting on the very same couch or a stranger (or ninety-nine for that matter) halfway round the world it's made all the more sweeter. Knowing you've bested not just the video game, but another hungry competitor too.So put on your meanest game face as The Best Competitive Multiplayer Games guides you through sixty of the best multiplayer titles around. From burning rubber across Rainbow Road to deceiving and hunting your friends aboard a space ship, there's plenty of ways to flex your gaming skills (not to mention ample chance to celebrate with your favourite victory dance). Featuring games released over the past thirty years and covering all sorts of genres including online shooters, face kicking fighters, score-chasing puzzlers and a few unexpected surprises too, this fully illustrated guide includes detailed explanations of every entry, fascinating facts and what makes them a top candidate to settle a score with friends or rivals.
Brain Games - Bible Word Search: The Old Testament - Large Print
Brain Games - Sudoku Puzzles (Arrow Red)
Brain Games Sudoku Puzzles is packed with more than 160 fun, challenging sudoku puzzles specially designed to give you a mental workout. Sudoku puzzles help you relax, focus, and maintain good mental fitness by building your logic and problem-solving skills, Features 162 sudoku puzzles in 5 difficulty levels. Answer key is found in the back of the book. Spiral bound, 192 pages.
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 - 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.
Vgc: The 2025 Guide to Video Games
Relive 2024's gaming highs, lows, and industry upheavals with this expertly curated year-in-review.There's no such thing as a quiet year in video games, and 2024 has been no different.For players, a steady stream of high-profile game releases has meant there's always been something new to play regardless of what console, handheld, PC or mobile device they were using. Meanwhile, behind the scenes 2024 has been one of the most turbulent years in the history of the games industry, with widespread job losses, studio cuts, acquisitions and other controversies.Video Games Chronicle, the expert source for video game news, has covered 2024's goings-on every step of the way, and this book summarises the entire year in one handy volume. Designed like an old-school games magazine, this book presents the VGC website's best coverage of 2024 in a more traditional format.Our News section takes you through all the major stories that took place throughout the year, allowing you to relive every moment (for better or worse). Our Reviews section contains every notable VGC game review from 2024, 'remastered' and presented to you in physical form (we're big on preservation, you see). Our Features section offers some of our best long-form articles from the past year. Finally, our Previews section takes a look at some of the games coming in 2025.The world of online games media is a fast-moving one, and news and reviews usually arrive at breakneck speed then disappear from our consciousness to be replaced with the latest stories. With this book, we hope to provide a more permanent summary of the year, while also harking back to the days of the games magazines we loved so much.
Squeetopia: Spoopy Hearts
Fall in love with creepy-cute coloring fun! Celebrate romance with a spooky twist! Squeetopia: Spoopy Hearts is a delightfully peculiar kawaii coloring book brimming with monstrous charm and eerie affection. From vampire bats sharing kisses to ghosts sweetly slurping milkshakes and witches brewing love potions, every page is packed with heart-eyed horror and adorably undead romance. - Let hauntingly heartwarming illustrations make your heart skip a beat- Bring these bewitching creatures to life with crayons, colored pencils, or gel pens- Easily tear out and share each masterpiece thanks to perforated pages Full of ghoulish cakes and carnivorous bouquets, Squeetopia: Spoopy Hearts is a perfect pumpkin-spiced Valentine's treat.
Starfinder Flip-Mat: Derelict Starships
These ships don't sink, they just float forever. Explore the husks of abandoned starships in Starfinder Flip-Mat: Derelict Starships. One side of this mat recreates a classic starship used by intrepid adventurers across the cosmos, only long-after they've been forced to abandon it. You can even use this side as battle damaged version of the classic starship featured on Starfinder Flip-Mat: Sunrise Maiden. The other side of the mat shows the shorn off section of a larger warship, where active battles could still be taking place! Both sides work as the setting for a full session of exploration in the depths of space. A special coating on each Flip-Mat allows you to use wet erase, dry erase, AND permanent markers with ease! Removing permanent ink is easy--simply trace over any permanent mark with a dry erase marker, wait 10 seconds, then wipe off both marks with a dry cloth or paper towel. Each Flip-Mat measures 24" x 30" unfolded, and 8" x 10" folded.
Pacific Command
A World War II tabletop miniatures naval wargame set in the Pacific. Pacific Command is a naval miniatures wargame focusing on carrier combat in the Pacific during the Second World War, in which fleets of battleships, cruisers, carriers, and destroyers trade savage blows under skies filled with fighting aircraft. The game features a unique fog-of-war mechanic which simulates the scale of these conflicts and the uncertainty under which admirals had to act. Deploy your fleet first as radar blips, allowing you to conceal the true location and configuration of your forces until it is too late for your opponent. Spring your trap at the opportune moment and descend upon them with torpedo, bomb, and gun. Pacific Command is underpinned with elegant dice pool mechanics to swiftly resolve both air and sea battles, a tense reconnaissance system, and a flexible command token resource to allow you to outwit and outmanoeuvre your opponent. Bait your enemies to commit their ships and aircraft before you reveal your true plan. With each battle, you take a crucial step on the path to victory in the Pacific.
555+ Cryptograms For Adults Large Print
Unlock the wit and wisdom of Shakespeare with this large print cryptogram puzzle book, featuring over 555 carefully selected quotes from the Bard's most celebrated plays. Whether you're a seasoned cryptogram solver or a Shakespeare enthusiast looking to experience his timeless words in a whole new way, this book offers hours of engaging mental challenge and entertainment.Inside, you'll find: 555+ Cryptogram Puzzles - Each puzzle reveals a unique quote from plays like Hamlet, Macbeth, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and The Tempest, capturing the essence of Shakespeare's genius.Large Print Format - Enjoy an easy-to-read design that makes decoding the quotes a comfortable experience for puzzlers of all ages.Hints and Solutions - Tackle the puzzles at your own pace, with hints to guide you and solutions to confirm your answers.Perfect for All Levels - From beginners to seasoned solvers, this book offers a range of quotes and challenges to suit every puzzle enthusiast.Spacious - 8.5" x 11" size with adequate space in between letters, above and below for solvingRediscover the beauty of Shakespeare's language, one cryptogram at a time. Whether you're solving solo or sharing the experience with friends, this book provides a perfect way to exercise your mind and appreciate the Bard's lasting impact. A perfect gift for anyone who is a fan of Shakespeare and cryptograms. Purchase your copy today and embark on a journey through 555+ cryptograms that bring Shakespeare's words to life in a unique and entertaining way!
747+ Cryptogram Puzzles Large Print
Your flight to inspiration and puzzle-solving adventure is now boardingEmbark on an exhilarating mental journey with 747+ Cryptogram Puzzles Large Print! This captivating puzzle book invites you to take flight with a collection of funny, inspiring, and thought-provoking quotes centered around aviation, airplanes, and the wonder of flying.Whether you're an aviation enthusiast, a puzzle lover, or someone looking for a relaxing yet stimulating challenge, this book offers hours of decoding fun!What's Inside: 747+ Cryptograms featuring quotes from aviation pioneers, modern flyers, and humorists who've captured the magic of flight.Large Print Format for easy readability and comfortable solving, perfect for adults and smart kids alike.A mix of witty humor, inspirational thoughts, and fascinating insights about the skies and those who dare to explore them.Perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned solvers.Why You'll Love This Book: Ignite your imagination as you decipher quotes that celebrate the marvels of aviation.Experience a screen-free activity that sharpens your mind and provides a rewarding sense of accomplishment.Share the joy of solving cryptograms with friends, family, or fellow puzzle enthusiasts.Whether you're relaxing at home, waiting for a flight, taking a long flight, or gifting it to an aviation-loving friend, 747+ Cryptogram Puzzles Large Print is your ticket to hours of uplifting entertainment.
Hidden Earth Coloring Book
Journey into the Hidden Earth Coloring Book, a captivating exploration of nature's wonders, brought to life through intricate illustrations by best-selling author Rita Berman. Explore the diverse beauty of the natural world, where every page brings you face-to-face with an array of fascinating creatures. This book offers: Over 50 elaborate illustrations: Each page features beautifully detailed scenes of your favorite animals and plants, such as giraffes, hummingbirds, elephants, cacti, flowers, hedgehogs, rabbits, and butterflies.Two-page spreads: Experience the majesty of nature with large-format scenes that allow for immersive coloring, from beetles in a field of flowers to squirrels in their majestic oak tree village.High-quality, bleed-resistant paper: Perfect for a variety of coloring tools, ensuring your artwork remains crisp and vibrant, whether you're coloring delicate flowers or bold wildlife.The Hidden Earth Coloring Book is more than just a coloring book--it's a serene escape into a beautifully crafted natural world. With its rich detail, high-quality paper, and stunning illustrations, this book offers an unmatched coloring experience that will leave you inspired and relaxed. Whether as a gift or for your own creative journey, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Also available from the Rita Berman Hidden Wonders Book series: Hidden Oceans Coloring Book and Hidden Seasons Coloring Book
Art Cube - Flower Pop Puzzle Game Cube with Artistic Patterns
Why stick to primary colors when you can challenge your mind with stunning artistic patterns? The Art Cube - Flower Pop reimagines the classic puzzle cube with bold, vibrant designs that make every twist and turn a visually captivating experience. Perfect for puzzle lovers, art enthusiasts, and anyone looking to elevate their game night, this cube is as beautiful as it is challenging. Test your skills as you rotate the sections and work to return each face to its original design--a stylish way to engage your brain while enjoying a touch of creativity. Includes: - 1 Art Cube (2.2 x 2.2 x 2.2 inches) Why You'll Love It: A Fresh Take on the Classic Puzzle Combines art with an engaging mental challenge Perfect for Game Nights and Collectors A stylish addition to any puzzle collection Compact and Portable Take it anywhere for on-the-go entertainment Unique Gift for Puzzle Enthusiasts A creative alternative to traditional cube puzzles
Tal’dorei Campaign Setting Reborn Book
Tal'Dorei Campaign Setting Reborn contains everything you need to unlock Tal'Dorei for your own: A guide to each major region, with story hooks to fuel your campaign Expanded character options, including 9 subclasses and 5 backgrounds Magic items such as the Vestiges of Divergence, legendary artifacts that grow in power with their wielders Dozens of creatures, many featured in the Critical Role campaigns New lore and updated stat blocks for each member of Vox Machina A gorgeous 18"x24" foldout map of the Tal'Dorei continent by cartographer Andy Law
600 Cryptogram Puzzles Large Print Vol. 2
600 Cryptogram Puzzles Large Print Vol. 2Unleash your inner codebreaker. This captivating puzzle book combines the beauty of classic literature with the thrill of cryptography, offering hours of engaging mental exercise for puzzle enthusiasts, literature lovers, and curious minds alike.With 600 handpicked quotes from some of the most beloved authors and literary masterpieces, you'll enjoy cracking the code to reveal hidden wisdom, wit, and profound reflections on life. Each puzzle is presented in large print for easy reading, making it the perfect choice for both adults and young puzzle fans with a taste for a challenge.What's Inside: 600 Cryptogram Puzzles featuring timeless quotes from classic literature, each designed to delight and challenge your mind.Classic literature such as The Wind in the Willows, The Great Gatsby, Peter and Wendy, Odyssey, White Fang and more.Hints and Solutions at the back of the book to help you along if you get stuck or want to check your work.Large Print Layout that's easy on the eyes, ideal for anyone who loves puzzling without the strain.Hours of Fun for individuals, families, and friends who enjoy problem-solving and wordplay.Whether you're a seasoned cryptogram solver or new to the art of code-cracking, 600 Cryptogram Puzzles Large Print offers the perfect blend of challenge and inspiration. Dive in, decipher the hidden words, and connect with the wisdom of history's greatest writers in Volume 2 of this enriching puzzle series.Perfect Gift for Book Lovers & Puzzle Enthusiasts!If you're looking for a thoughtful gift for the smart kids, puzzle lovers, and avid readers in your life, this cryptogram collection is sure to captivate and entertain. Get your copy today and start unraveling the mysteries of literature!
Grandfather, I Want to Hear Your Story (Expanded Edition)
The Official Hear Your Story(R) CollectionGive Grandpa the perfect gift this Father's Day: the gift of his story.Grandfather, I Want to Hear Your Story is more than a journal--it's a heartfelt invitation. A space for your grandfather to look back, reflect, and pass down the moments that made him who he is. From the playful mischief of boyhood to the hard-won wisdom of later years, each page captures a piece of the man your family knows and loves.With over 300 carefully crafted prompts by bestselling author Jeffrey Mason, this newly expanded edition makes it easy--and meaningful--for him to share his story in his own words. Whether it's a favorite memory, a quiet lesson, or a laugh-out-loud moment, every entry adds to a legacy your family can treasure forever.Here's why Grandpa (and you!) will love it: An Updated Edition with Even More Heart: Enjoy 40+ brand-new questions, improved paperweight for smoother writing, and rounded edges for a softer touch.Meaningful Prompts That Inspire Connection: Over 300 questions gently guide Grandfather through the milestones, relationships, and reflections that shaped his life.A Timeless Gift for Any Occasion: Whether given for a birthday, Father's Day, or just because, this journal becomes a treasured heirloom--filled with the voice and heart of someone you love.Created by Families, for Families: Developed by the Hear Your Story(R) team, inspired by founder Jeffrey Mason's own family journey, this journal is built with love and the belief that every life is worth remembering.Hear Your Story(R) was founded as a heartfelt response by our founder to losing his father to Alzheimer's. Our journals are a commitment to safeguarding family legacies and a testament to the belief that every life is a story worth telling and preserving.The Hear Your Story(R) team is made up of parents, grandparents, and grandchildren. We draw upon the rich tapestry of our collective experiences and perspectives to infuse each of our journals with the care and love it deserves. Grandfather, I Want to Hear Your Story will encourage your grandfather to share his story and create a legacy for the whole family to benefit from for years to come. Because every grandfather has a story worth telling - and every family deserves to hear it.
The Bumbleberry Hollows Coloring Book
Escape into the fantastical world of cuteness that is Bumbleberry Hollows! Color your way through charming scenes filled with kawaii creatures like Beetrice the Bee, Inkeri the Goat, Persimmon the Frog, and Juniper the Bat, all in enchanting, magical settings. Flex your creativity and bring these adorable friends to life with your favorite coloring tools as you explore their whimsical, cozy world. The 24 fun-to-color designs will keep you inspired for hours. Perfect for relaxation after work or for a fun weekend afternoon, this book is ideal for kids and adults alike. Whether you're an art enthusiast or just looking to unwind, The Bumbleberry Hollows Coloring Book offers hours of heartwarming coloring fun. Dive into Bumbleberry Hollows and bring these charming characters to life!
Mystery Coloring Around the World
Get ready to explore the intriguing adventure of Mystery Coloring... this latest trend in coloring books combines the joy of coloring with the thrill of a surprise! Each of the 30 fresh and modern illustrations features a popular and colorful city scene that is revealed as you complete the color-by-numbers design. The high-quality 180gsm uncoated paper ensures a smooth experience whether you prefer colored pencils or markers. To add to the fun, each illustration comes with a riddle that you can ponder as you bring the artwork to life. Uncover the answers in words and pictures at the end of the book. Mystery Coloring Around The World offers a delightful and engaging escape for coloring enthusiasts of all levels.
New York Times Games Hello Spring Crosswords
Let your love for puzzles blossom! Bask in the spring weather with this huge volume of 200 New York Times Games crosswords that increase in difficulty as you go. Features: - 200 easy to hard New York Times Games puzzles - Hours of fun solving with fresh, lively wordplay - Created by the world's top crossword puzzle constructors
Barton Rakewell's Puzzling World Presents Easy Sudoku
Looking for the perfect way to start solving Sudoku? Whether you're brand new to puzzles or just want something fun and simple, this book is made just for you!Barton Rakewell's Puzzling World Presents Easy Sudoku features easy puzzles in large print, designed to be stress-free, enjoyable, and confidence-building. With clear instructions, beginner-friendly tips, and a full answer key in the back, you'll be solving with ease in no time. Inside you'll find: 200 very easy Sudoku puzzles - perfect for first-time solvers Large print format for comfortable reading and writing A simple how-to guide to walk you through the basics Answers in the back of the book for quick checking Clean layout - one puzzle per page with plenty of space to workWhether you're looking to keep your mind sharp, relax after a long day, or give someone a thoughtful gift, this book is a perfect choice.
Nature's Joyful Moments
Color yourself calm andcarefree with this charming collection of original designs celebrating thenatural world around us! Special features: Artist Created: No AI or stock images! Every one of the 54 coloring designs was hand-drawn by artist and popular Instagrammer (@JaneMaday) Jane Maday especially for this book.Positive and Uplifting: Jane's signature style is guaranteed to bring a smile and brighten a day.A Quality Coloring Experience: Printed on heavyweight paper so no bleed-throughs with alcohol markers; special sewn binding lets you press down on the page without cracking the spine.Frame Worthy: Images are printed on one side of the page only for ease of removal for framing or coloring. Nature's Joyful Momentsis a creative exercise in self-care, transporting you to hidden glades of peaceand happiness. There is a wealth of delightful and heartwarming scenes to choosefrom: playful otters, songbirds amidst flowers and berries, shy woodlandcreatures, cheery chipmunks and field mice, ducklings and bunnies, smilingupside-down sloths and possums, and so much more. What all of these original coloring designs share isartist Jane Maday's signature positivity and love of the outdoors. Her drawingsalso land in the sweet spot of having plenty of lovely details to color withoutbeing too fiddly for young hands or for those that have perhaps become a bitunsteady but still love to color or engage in an activity that leaves themfeeling positive and relaxed. Coloring isn't just an enjoyable activity, itprovides tangible mental health benefits. Coloring can induce a calmingmeditative state as well as relax the brain and improve its ability tofunction. It can also relieve stress and anxiety and improve focus. So immerse yourself in the happiness and innocentjoy of the natural world with the sweet and charming original designs of JaneMaday!
Alphonse Mucha Coloring Book
Discover the beauty of Art Nouveau with the Alphonse Mucha Coloring Book. The wonderful works by the world- renowned artist Alphonse Mucha make this coloring book perfect for both kids and adults. Mucha, famous for his elegant posters, intricate designs, and distinctive, dreamlike portraits of women displaying both sensitivity and courage, was a defining figure of the Art Nouveau movement. Mucha believed in the power of art to make the world a better and more beautiful place, and his work is characterized by its flowing lines, natural shapes, floral motifs, and harmonious color palettes. The Alphonse Mucha Coloring Book includes a selection of his most iconic pieces such as the celebrated 1896 series The Seasons, 1899 series The Times of Day, his unique posters for actress Sarah Bernhardt, and his well known commercial art for Mo禱t-Chandon and Trappestine. The more than 60 included pieces allow you to get into the details and carefully explore the art that made Mucha beloved. The Alphonse Mucha Coloring Book features a thick paper, excellent for pencils and offers a relaxing way to connect with one of history's greatest artists while enjoying the fun of coloring his masterpieces.
Cheesecake Boys 2
The Cheesecake Boys are back! Artist Paul Richmond's popular series of male pin-ups feature hunky guys in mid-20th-century-style cheesecake poses. Each hunk is shown in the midst of a revealing and "accidental" wardrobe malfunction, struggling to gather his aplomb (and his pants) without ever losing his cool. The first Cheesecake Boys Coloring Book, deemed "a quirky yet sexy celebration of gay men and the male form" by OUT Magazine and "witty and sexy" by Advocate, inspired a global pin-up coloring craze! Now the Cheesecake Boys are back with a whole new collection of hilarious, skin-baring scenarios to tease your imagination and inspire you to color your pants off! Forty-two full page, single-sided images.
Be a Difficult Bridge Opponent
Many players you face are competent enough, but fairly easy to play against. Just a few will be in a altogether different category. Not only do they bid and play accurately, they constantly find a way to make your life difficult. They take away your bidding space by pre-empting on hands where other players tend to pass. Their switches in defense often create a problem for you. They are... difficult opponents.In this book, we will look at bidding, declarer play and defense, showing how you can join this elite group. We will recommend pre-emptive opening bids, sometimes only on five-card suits. Also, you must sometimes take risks with a fit for partner, raising to a higher level than you may do at present. As declarer, you will hide your intentions, disguise your hand, and choose lines of play that make the defenders sit back in their chair. When defending, you must envision declarer's plan and find a way to engineer a problem or a tricky guess.Why should you want to do this? The main reason, of course, is to improve your results and win more events. Just as important is the enjoyment and excitement that playing in this way will bring. "How on earth did you beat the spade game on Board 11?" you will be asked!
