you may not have won, but at least you tried! this perfectly sized ceramic trophy offers acknowledgment of any effort, no matter how mediocre. smart, snarky, and a little sentimental, it's a unique offering for just about any occasion.

• 1 yellow-glazed ceramic trophy displayed in a corrugated box
• also includes vertificate of an attempt being made:
• for acknowledging a range of accomplishments:
  •  you tried & won.
  • you tried & lost.
  • participation award.
  • maybe the real reward was the friends we made along the way.
• bonus: trophy can also be used as an egg cup!
• makes a funny gag gift, white elephant gift, or stocking stuffer, or a sweet reminder that winning isn't everything
• great for followers of adam j. kurtz, or any fans of sarcasm and dark humor
  

not to worry, a book on anxiety is finally here! a clever antidote to everyday angst, this illustrated book captures universal truths and comforting revelations about being human. artist catherine lepage uses her wry humor to help us see that "thinly sliced and illustrated, emotions are much easier to digest."

the hike is a plucky and sweet adventure story about three intrepid young female explorers who set out to conquer the outdoors in their local forest.

this spirited picture book is filled with lyrical language that captures the majesty of the natural world, coupled with a fun narrative.

• features a glossary and scientific backmatter
• includes a sketchbook by one of the characters that highlights discoveries the girls make along the trail
• abundant labels throughout for learning about various plants and animals the hike celebrates how fun and rewarding it is to explore nature in your own backyard!

this book is a must-have for budding scientists, best friends, and all adventurers in preschool and kindergarten.

sex talk shows how opening up discussions on bodies, sexuality and pleasure can lead to much, much better sex and self-esteem, by the eminent french feminist pornographer olympe de ge and feminist writer stephanie estournet.

sex talk has a clear mission – breaking the taboo of taboos – by opening up the discussion of sex and desire in a clear, engaging and motivational way. the book takes the reader on a journey of self-discovery through nine chapters, discussing everything from self-stimulation, exploring sexual orientation, communicating wants and desires with a partner, staying safe online when sexting, exploring erotica and porn and creating private content – but at the core is the pervading importance of owning your sexual self.

inspired by an iconic norman rockwell painting and translated from an original french text, this is a story about the day a little girl held her head high and changed the world.

introduce children to the history of juneteenth with the let’s celebrate juneteenth board book from mudpuppy. Featuring rhyming text and colorful, bold artwork, this board book is a beautiful celebration of this important holiday. A wonderful addition to your child’s bookshelf!

• 26 pages
• trim: 7 x 7”, 17.78 x 17.78
• all mudpuppy products adhere to CPSIA, ASTM, and CE safety regulations.
• made responsibly from FSC-certified material. printed with nontoxic inks.
  

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.

green scenes is the first-ever travel guide to cool, ethically-operated legal cannabis destinations across the us.

spanning 15 states and 24 cities where cannabis is legalized, this guide comprises 120 of the most interesting dispensaries, hemp-friendly spaces, and cannabis consumption-welcoming experiences and lodging in the country. almost all are locally owned, and every single one is operated by people who care about the integrity of this plant, the positive potential of this industry, and the well-being of their employees.

in addition to creative businesses like nomsternailz cannabis-friendly nail salon in oregon, consumption-friendly sound baths by new rituals in california, and immersive infused dinners by arizona's cloth and flame in massachusetts, green scenes also features q&as with renowned cannabis entrepreneurs and advocates who have helped make these scenes possible.

dream baby dream showcases the photography of los angeles-based award-winning photographer, director, and designer jimmy marble.

this bright and tactile book is filled with marble's fresh, sun-drenched photography alongside handwritten text from the photographer himself.

dream baby dream features fashion and lifestyle photographs of models and celebrities, including ariana grande and amy adams.

• the first monograph on the work of jimmy marble
• unique, quirky, and fashion-forward
• images capture the vibe of sunny southern california
• bound in an orange textured paper with an inset portrait, dream baby dream has a vivid and tactile appeal dream baby dream is a whimsical celebration of marble's colorful aesthetic and fashion sensibility.

his unique sense of pattern and color evokes a distinctly youthful and sunny southern california aesthetic.

chinatown pretty features beautiful portraits and heartwarming stories of trend-setting seniors across six chinatowns. andria lo and valerie luu have been interviewing and photographing chinatown's most fashionable elders on their blog and instagram, chinatown pretty, since 2014. chinatown pretty is a signature style worn by pòh pohs (grandmas) and gùng gungs (grandpas) everywhere—but it's also a life philosophy, mixing resourcefulness, creativity, and a knack for finding joy even in difficult circumstances.

photos span chinatowns in san francisco, oakland, los angeles, chicago, new york city, and vancouver.

the style is a mix of modern and vintage, high and low, handmade and store bought clothing.

this new collection of vintage-with-a-twist work by anne taintor offers up a fresh serving of anne's signature hilarious commentary on the joys, challenges, and cocktail hours of motherhood. from the fundamentals (WOW! I get to give birth AND change diapers! ) to putting food on the table (you see them as pies . . . I see them as cries for help) to dealing with childhood questions (because I'm the mother . . . that's why) and strategies for taking the edge off (now be a dear and fetch mommy her flask), taintor expertly captures the funny, frantic, and honest thoughts that most moms have experienced, with an attitude mothers everywhere will welcome.

this new picture book from beloved author-illustrator jane mount celebrates the avid reader, demonstrates how books make you better, and reassures anyone who has been anxious or uncertain about facing the real world. lotti isn't sure she wants to make friends. she's shy, and she doesn't really know how. while everyone around her is playful, outgoing, and loud, lotti prefers a quiet place and a book to read. lotti LOVES books. to her, books are full of magic and aren't as scary as new friends. but perhaps Lotti's books can show her how to find magic in everyday moments, and maybe the friends she can share this magic with are closer than she thinks.

because of an acorn, a tree grows, a bird nests, a seed becomes a flower. enchanting die-cuts illustrate the vital connections between the layers of an ecosystem in this magical book. wander down the forest path to learn how every tree, flower, plant, and animal connect to one another in spiraling circles of life. an acorn is just the beginning.