News for dogs and dog lovers to smile about: The irresistible bestseller is now even more irresistible with a 4-by-6-inch "chunky" format. As quirky, colorful, and giftable as ever, 97 Ways to Make a Dog Smile is now fresher and more appealing. Developed by Jenny Langbehn, a veterinary nurse who has a gift for making dogs happy, here are 97 foolproof methods and tricks for putting any dog into a state of pure pleasure. Enhancing each entry is...

The best mirror is a true friend. —Dog Days

If you are one America's 60 million dog owners you will rejoice in finding the perfect coffee-table book that is as expressive as your beloved canine companions.

Thirty-nine percent of dog owners confess that they have more photos of their beloved Fido than of their spouses or significant others. Looking through the pages and portraits of Gandee Vasan's Dog Days, this doesn't

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"With never-before-seen photos and illustrations, and exclusive interviews with the stars of the Emmy-nominated show, this official guide takes readers through the karate-crazed San Fernando Valley where they get a behind-the-scenes look of this franchise that has grown from a scrappy underdog to a global phenomenon."

The perfect geometry and exquisite beauty of nature is nowhere so clear to us as in the snowflake. But how have we been able to appreciate this infinitesimal wonder in all its crystalline glory? This book, as much a work of art as a testament to science, reveals how one of the snowflake's most inspired photographers came to such intimate knowledge of his craft and its fleeting focus. Beautiful pictures illustrate Kenneth Libbrecht's story of the microphotography...

"From their feathery wings to their wobbly walks, baby penguins are so cute! Discover more about these adorable animals with your own adorable little one. Filled with fun sound words and sweet photos, (human) babies will reach for Hello Baby Penguin! again and again"--

A small, four-legged, fur-bearing extortionist. A wildlife-control-expert impersonator. A four-footed allergen. A treat-seeking missile. —Cat Capers

America's 70 million cat owners will rejoice in finding a captivating coffee table book that is as purr-fect as their beloved feline companion.

Fourty-seven percent of cat owners confess that they have more photos of their beloved Morris than of their spouse or significant other. Looking

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The host of the #1 in-kitchen show on the Food Network delivers a cookbook to fill America's yearnings for authentic comfort food.
The host of the #1 in-kitchen show on the Food Network delivers a cookbook to fill America's yearnings for authentic comfort food.
Nancy Fuller believes in bringing family together around the table, sharing stories and table manners. Her philosophy is to feed others with delicious, simple meals...

"This landmark volume explores the history, design, and cultural impact of the iconic LEGO minifigure. Driven by . . . essays, . . . photography, infographics, and never-before-seen visuals from inside LEGO archives and beyond, this book reveals why the minifigure matters--as a . . . toy and as a singular cultural icon"--OCLC

Deep in the forest, there lived a beautiful little fir tree who longed to see the world. When the tree is taken to town at Christmas, it feels like all his dreams have come true. But what will happen the day after? Find out in this beautifully illustrated modern retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's festive tale. When he was surrounded by the splendour of nature, the little fir tree could only think about what he wasn't and what he didn't have and...

"This book introduces early readers to the frill-necked lizard, an animal that can raise a wide collar of skin around its neck. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading!"--