Here in New York, we’re in the midst of the Dog Days of Summer, a phrase which – according to the Merriam Webster Idioms Dictionary – refers to “hot, sultry summer weather; also, a period of stagnation . . . the period between early July and early September, when Sirius, the so-called Dog Star, rises and sets […]
Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the first humans to walk on the moon on July 20th, 1969. Since then, space exploration continues to fascinate and propel science and entrepreneurs. However, NASA has recently been “trending” for another reason–their cameras cut out just after showing an unidentified flying object leading to questions and conspiracy theories […]
A memoir for readers interested in fashion history, New York City history, and the struggles (and triumphs) of mothers. From a lonely only child growing up in a prominent Jewish family in 1930s Chicago, to becoming the director of Solutions at Bergdorf Goodman. Betty leads a singular life, and has a truly unique voice. “Lena […]
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The death in Zimbabwe last week of Cecil the lion, at the hands of a wealthy American trophy hunter, stirred up a whirlwind of ethical controversy involving endangered animals, hunting, and conservation. From the true story of a man-eating tiger in Russia to portraits of America’s most endangered species, we offer a list this week […]
This Throw Back Thursday we’re showing you some photography gems from our backlist to help strengthen your collection. Ever wanted to draw a comic, but wasn’t sure how to begin? From Extraordinary Everyday Photography to Bryan Peterson’s Exposure Solutions to Capture the Moment, these bestselling and upcoming titles will teach you how to be the […]
This Throw Back Thursday we’re showing you some of our favorite fine arts books from our backlist to help strengthen your collection. Feeling artistically inspired but don’t know where to start? From Modern Printmaking to Classic Human Anatomy in Motion to The Watercolor Course You’ve Always Wanted, these titles will teach you how to be […]
This Throw Back Thursday we’re showing you some comics gems from our backlist to help strengthen your collection. Ever wanted to draw a comic, but wasn’t sure how to begin? From The DC Comic s Guide to Creating Comics to How to Draw Noir Comics to Stan Lee’s How to Draw Comics, these bestselling titles […]
Earlyword.com recently posted the TODAY Show interview with Adam Mansbach, author of smash-hit #1 Amazon bestseller, GO THE F*** TO SLEEP. The book, while controversial, does seem to be striking a chord with flustered parents, and it’s certainly amusing to me. Having met the author a few years ago, and having seen how witty and […]
