why is art magical? how can it make us happy? how art can make you happy offers the keys to unlocking a rich and rewarding source of joy in life. this easy, breezy handbook is full of insight that will help regular people begin a more inspiring and less stressful relationship with art. with tips on how to visit museums, how to talk about art at cocktail parties, and how to let art wake you up to the world around you, this little guide makes it possible for anyone to fall in love with art, whether for the first time or all over again.

children are exhausting! in the marathon of modern parenting, everyone needs a break - just 10 precious minutes to rest your body and tune out the chaos. 

enter: horizontal parenting, the super-simple parenting hack for everyone, everywhere. with creative and practical advice for overworked parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and caretakers who "just need a minute," this book includes 50 fun, effective, and hilarious games to play with your children while lying down. activities range from "m is for massage" to "hide and seek-ish" to "what's on my butt?" - giving children a chance to release some energy while you catch your breath (and maybe a few even a few z's). all you need is a comfortable surface, a few household items, and your child's imagination, and you too can master the sanity-saving art of horizontal parenting.

from posters to cars, design is everywhere. while we often discuss the aesthetics of design, we don’t always dig deeper to unearth the ways design can overtly, and covertly, convince us of a certain way of thinking.

how design makes us think collects hundreds of examples across graphic design, product design, industrial design, and architecture to illustrate how design can inspire, provoke, amuse, anger, or reassure us. graphic designer sean adams walks us through the power of design to attract attention and convey meaning. the book delves into the sociological, psychological, and historical reasons for our responses to design, offering practitioners and clients alike a new appreciation of their responsibility to create design with the best intentions.

how design makes us think is an essential read for designers, advertisers, marketing professionals, and anyone who wants to understand how the design around us makes us think, feel, and do things.

how not to get arrested at a demonstration (zine): this zine is packed with illustrations, checklists, and researched survival tips for both first-time demonstrators and seasoned activists. whether you're new to the protest scene or just want to brush up on the basics, this practical guide will help you stay safe and avoid unnecessary trouble during your next rally or protest.

zine / pamphlet
published by microcosm

ever dreamed of having your very own garden retreat? somewhere you could indulge your favorite pastime, sleep under the stars, or finally achieve your ambition of working from home? off-the-shelf sheds aren't always the answer—the cheap ones are badly made, freezing cold, and fall apart within a few years, and the expensive ones are, well, really expensive. but what if you could build your very own shed from scratch? what if you had the plans, skills, and materials to create a retreat that was as stylish and well-made as a posh shed but for a fraction of the price?

how to build a shed is the ultimate practical guide. with its clear easy-to-follow instructions, expert advice, and specially commissioned illustrations, you'll be able to source the materials, choose the right tools, and build your dream shed on a budget. how to build a shed is aimed at anyone keen to have a go, even if they've never used a hammer.

for anyone who wants to learn how to catch a runaway pig, mend a fence post, milk a cow, or throw an unforgettable barn party, this engaging volume delivers timeless advice on accomplishing tasks big and small around the house, garden, and farm. featuring original text and illustrations from the 1919 first edition, this 100th-anniversary volume presents a new generation of readers with expert guidance on every facet of homesteading in a very handsomely crafted package. with projects that range from practical (ridding a yard of poison ivy) to downright bemusing (organizing a potato peeling contest), this delightful book is equal parts useful and entertaining. an ode to self-reliance brimming with wit, wisdom, and nostalgia, this is a must-have for anyone who enjoys doing things with their own two hands.

how to land a plane is a fun, straightforward guide that takes you step-by-step through the process of landing a plane. written with humor and a conversational tone, it’s the perfect gift for anyone who's ever dreamed of the magic of flight. whether you’re a seasoned traveler or just curious about aviation, this book offers practical advice with a side of laughs. (this book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

this essential phrasebook collects the most colorful, explicit, and outrageous ways to tell people off in every part of the world. featuring dozens of different languages, the sayings range from everyday swears to family curses to expressions for x-rated relations with animals. phonetic pronunciation is provided so that readers can curse like a native, and handy illustrations provide visual guides to these foreign exclamations. perfect for the international traveler who may need to wish an enemy a painful death, insult a person's grandmother, or accuse someone's mother of having intimate relations with bears in the forest.

the i hate everyone too refillable clic pen is a bold statement piece with "I hate everyone too" printed in crisp white lettering on a dark maroon barrel. it glides effortlessly with black ink for a smooth writing experience.

crafted with retro styling, this pen nods to the beloved designs of the 70s, 80s, and 90s—nostalgic yet timeless. luxe gold hardware adds a refined touch.

refillable with standard bic refills.

I know this to be true is the basis for the netflix documentary series live to lead created and directed by geoff blackwell and executive produced by the duke and duchess of sussex.

the I know this to be true series is a collection of extraordinary figures from diverse backgrounds answering the same questions, as well as sharing their compelling stories, guiding ideals, and insightful wisdom.

in this remarkable interview, feminist icon and social justice activist gloria steinem shares stories from her more than fifty years working as a tireless advocate and award-winning journalist.

steinem looks back on the formative lessons of her life, including how her unconventional childhood shaped her worldview, why listening and empathy are the guiding principles in her work, and why laughter is the key to freedom.

I read banned books 500 piece family puzzle from mudpuppy features colorful illustrations of infamously banned books like the diary of anne frank and to kill a mockingbird. this puzzle is designed to introduce children to books that have deep and profound meaning. mudpuppy puzzles are packaged in matte-finish sturdy boxes, perfect for gifting, reuse, and storage.

• 500 pieces
• package: 8 x 8 x 2", 20 x 20 x 5cm
• complete puzzle: 20 x 20", 51 x 51cm
• fun for everyone aged 8+ (great family activity for adults and children to enjoy together)
• puzzle greyboard contains 90% recycled paper. packaging contains 70% recycled paper. printed with nontoxic inks.
• all mudpuppy products adhere to cpsia, astm, and ce safety regulations
  

in this funny, feel-good first-pet book, one aspiring dog owner and her parents ponder-in wildly imaginative and hilarious detail-all the best and worst outcomes of bringing home more dogs than you can (literally) shake a stick at.

a young girl proclaims, I want 100 dogs." in a twist, her parents agree, but they have just one question: where will 100 dogs sleep? our protagonist revises her request to 90 dogs. but how does one walk 90 dogs? a silly, subtractive counting tale and an over-the-top ode to the joys (and woes) of canine company, this sweet and surprising story proves that no matter how boundless your enthusiasm, when it comes to finding the perfect pet, sometimes less really is more.

i'm still here: black dignity in a world made for whiteness: growing up black, christian, and female, brown's first encounter with race came when she learned that her parents named her austin so that potential employers might believe she was a white man. spending much of her childhood in majority-white spaces, brown had to learn to love blackness on her own terms, and this memoir takes us along for the journey. by exploring her own childhood and journey to adulthood, brown shows the reader all the ways in which america still does not live up to its stated ideals and reveals how a specific white, middle-class evangelicalism has taken part in this era of rising racial hostility. brown asks us to confront our own apathy, recognize god's ongoing presence in the world, and points to a way away from the seemingly intractable tensions of our time. (this book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)