The Book of Awesome Women Writers

A book of highlights, The Book of Awesome Women Writers spotlights some of the most important moments for women in the literary world. An interesting read, feminist scholar and author, Becca Anderson, guides us through a magical history of literary women. From profiles on household names such as Maya Angelou, Jane Austen and Judy Blume to lesser-known information on the early and even the first recorded women writers, Anderson celebrates the female's place in  literacy and delivers an information-packed lesson in history. 

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Mindfulness of Warriors

A book that will save lives and a book about those who save lives. Mindfulness of Warriors is an empowering read that examines first responders' duties and curates tools and techniques to apply to the lives of those whom have faced trauma on the front lines. The author's own, intimate story helps to realize the importance of addressing the traumatic experiences and implementing meditative and mindful practices to better cope in  their every day lives. Relevant at the moment and important for so many humans, even beyond those that are first responders, this book is a must-read that will help to reduce stress, build resilience and empower you to live your happiest life.

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Mindful Reading

New year, new books, new you. Three wonderful books worth investing in that also invest in your own wellbeing are "Listful Living" by Paula Rizzo and two books by Kate Allan; "It's Your Weirdness That Makes You Wonderful" and "You Can Do All Things." "Listful Living" promotes creating lists as part of your daily routine to keep track of the important pieces in your life and make for a life of less stress. Allan's two books also help to create a de-stressed you and help one to live a life of self-acceptance. Each publication supports creating a healthy mind, a calm soul and prove to be wonderful tools of encouragement and validation for each and every person that takes the time to read them.

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Art Studio: Horses & Ponies

There are few animals more beautiful than horses. They are the perfect art subject and Art Studio: Horses & Ponies helps to teach you how to bring these gorgeous and fascinating creatures to life in art. With step-by-step tutorials, easy to understand instructions and over 50 options pieces to create, with a variety of techniques, the love of art and the love of animals is combined to result in noteworthy projects. 

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Loulou & Yves

Yves Saint Laurent is one of the most influential designers of all time and woman of "highest haute bohemia," Loulou de La Falaise, might be one of the biggest contributors to that. Loulou & Yves: The Untold Story of Loulou de La Falaise and the House of Saint Laurent takes a special peek into the lives and partnership that de La Falaise and Saint Laurent had. As Saint Laurent's creative muse, she inspired iconic collection after iconic collection for the house of Yves Saint Laurent. From a fun-loving adventuress to her dark childhood,  This entertaining book, is a must-read for anyone interested in fashion and fashion history.

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Erotic Masters

Photography vs. Pornography, you be the judge. Rowan Metzner pushes the boundaries in her latest publication, Erotic Masters: A Photographic Exploration of the Provocative Works of Rodin, Schiele and Picasso as she recreates the works of some of the world's most renowned artists in the form of photography. While nudity and sex have been the subjects of artists since seemingly the beginning of time, Metzner focuses on capturing the moods of the original works in the most erotic of ways. Beautiful, yet invoking sensuality and sexuality, the author invites you to decide if the photos truly and fairly represent the intended meaning of the original pieces.

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University of Texas Press

The University of Texas Press publishes important books regarding the arts and culture. Whether it be a beautiful hard cover book outlining the life and determination of the iconic artist Frida Kahlo in  Friday Kahlo: An Illustrated Life, or a cohesive compilation of some of the most remembered and historical film posters with Selling The Movie: The Art of The Film Poster, The University of Texas Press releases a variety of lovely publications, each perfect for table-top books that could certainly make for gorgeous gifts this holiday season. 

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Wildchilds

Filled with suspense, the book Wildchilds is an engaging and page-turning read that no one, especially those in the fashion industry, should miss. Top model Iris was forced to flee Paris and her glamours life and love life. Seventeen years pass, and now a mother living in California, Iris is confronted by an old enemy and the chance to expose the dark and ugly side of the beautiful fashion industry.

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Literary Chickens

Paired with experts from classic literature, photographer Beth Moon brings a hilarious, yet skillfully juxtaposed, collection of photographs of heritage-breed chickens with Literary Chickens. Intimate poses, which capture the personalities of each chicken, display the full range of emotions that are shared amongst chickens and the human race. Releasing on September 11, this is a fun and stunning book to add to your fall reading list.

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The Art Lovers Quotation Book

Who doesn't love a great quote and great art? The Art Lovers Quotation Book is a beautiful collection of quotes, juxtaposed with some of the most noteworthy pieces of art. Meaningful, inspirational and just plain fun, this book is perfect for anyone that values art and creativity in their life.

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Fraver by Design

Fraver by Design: Five Decades of Theater Poster Art from Broadway, Off Broadway, and Beyond is an absolute delight for any Broadway Buff. An exclusive behind-the-scenes peek at what it takes to become the theater world's most celebrated advertisement artist. Frank "Fraver" Verlizzo is responsible for more than 250 Broadway, Off-Broadway and various other shows' posters and this book is the very first compilation of his works. Any patron of the theater, or art in general, will appreciate each page of this publication, which feature a plethora of familiar pieces as well as unpublished works. 

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Clutch

For anyone who as tested the dating waters, it's easy to say that you'll get a kick out of Clutch, a laugh-out-loud must read this summer. Completely relatable, this piece of fiction is fall-on-the-floor-funny and paints pictures that feel accurate - to the NYC dating scene, anyway. Read to find out what happens when a handbag designer draws parallels between unsuccessful dates and handbag styles, while on the search of that one "clutch" man.

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PosterSpy

Film and artwork collide in PosterSpy: Alternative Movie Poster Collection. This book is an impressive compilation of inventive and extremely creative movie posters that invite you to view the films that they depict in a completely new and exciting way. 

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Tokyo Graffiti

It's not quite Japan, but headed to Bail and the eastern part of the world and couldn't help but recognize the incredible art that exists on that corner of the globe. As depicted in Tokyo Graffiti, the undercover art scene is exposed and celebrated. Each and every page of this book wows and proves that street art can not only beautify but can be beautiful in itself.

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Young Lincoln

With all that is happening in current day politics, author Jan Jacobi instead explores the past and the early life of what many consider one of America's greatest presidents, Abraham Lincoln. Narrated by Lincoln himself, Young Lincoln is a biography that guides one through history. Jacobi’s careful research prove to have created an accurate history of the events and mentors that shaped Lincoln into the man and president that he was. 

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Futura

With technology and the times changing what feels like every other second, transport yourself to the year 2050 and voila(!), welcome to a world ruled by the Invisibles. Futura, a novella written by Jordan Phillips, takes you along on an American woman's journey to Paris, a city that is able to bridge the past and "present" of 2050, where other cities in the world have succumbed to a world ruled by robots and microchips, Paris is able hold on to the beauty of nature, "being human" and the value of individuality. This book gives hope to humankind and proves to be a realization of the society we could potentially become. A great, quick read, Futura leaves one feeling that the future doesn't have to be the scary place that many fear in  inevitable.  

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LetterHeads

You'll have an absolutely blast looking for your own initials (and more) while thumbing through this incredibly unique book, LetterHeads. Letters come to life in this truly one-of-a-kind graphic design book. Illustrated with cutting-edge 3D modeling software, this publication will blow anyone with an artistic eye, and especially any "Font Snob," out of the water with its creativity. 

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