*September Staff Picks*

By Caroline O'Connor | August 31 2020 | AdultsChildren'sGeneralAllPop CultureGift

We are sad to see summer end but look what fall has in-store for us!! See our favorite titles on sale in September HERE!

Professor Astro Cat's Outer Space Flash Cards
Professor Astro Cat's Outer Space Flash Cards
50 Stellar Questions to Boost Your Knowledge About the Universe: Card Games
Ben Newman, Dr. Dominic Walliman
9780525577034
Based on the hit cult book Professor Astro Cat's Frontiers of Space, these out-of-this-world flash cards are fun and educational for parents and kids alike!
$14.99 US
Sep 15, 2020
3-7/8 x 5-5/8
Cards
50 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Age 7-10 years
Kindness Cards for Kids
Kindness Cards for Kids
52 Ways to Make Every Day a Little Better
Nuanprang Snitbhan, PsyD
9781611808346
Shine your kind heart into the world!
$18.95 US
Sep 22, 2020
5 x 7
Cards
Bala Kids
Age 5-9 years
52 Lists for Bravery
52 Lists for Bravery
Journaling Inspiration for Courage, Resilience, and Inner Strength (A Weekly Guided Self-Confidence and Empowering Journal with Prompts and Photos)
Moorea Seal
9781632173317
List your way to a brave life with this journal for fans of the bestselling 52 Lists series.
$16.95 US
Sep 15, 2020
5-1/2 x 8-1/2
Stationery & Accessories
160 Pages
Sasquatch Books
The Home Edit Life
The Home Edit Life
The No-Guilt Guide to Owning What You Want and Organizing Everything
Clea Shearer, Joanna Teplin
9780593138304
The New York Times bestselling authors of The Home Edit and stars of the upcoming Netflix series Get Organized with The Home Edit teach you how to apply their genius, holistic approach to your work life, on-the-go necessities, and technology.
$28.50 US
Sep 15, 2020
6-3/4 x 9-3/4
Hardcover
256 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Create Your Own Calm
Create Your Own Calm
A Journal for Quieting Anxiety
Meera Lee Patel
9780593084144
From the bestselling author of Start Where You Are, a beautifully illustrated journal for easing the everyday anxieties we all carry.
$16.00 US
Sep 22, 2020
5-1/2 x 7-1/2
Paperback
128 Pages
Tarcher
I Can't Believe I Did That
I Can't Believe I Did That
The Game That Gives You Points for Sharing Awkward, Awesome, and Unforgettable Memories: Card Games
David Nadelberg, Neil Katcher
9780593135273
Celebrate all your weirdest and most wonderful childhood memories and get to know your friends like never before with this gloriously awkward and honest party game for adults 17 and up--perfect for any video chat or socially distant hangout.
$20.00 US
Sep 29, 2020
5-1/2 x 3-1/2
Game
200 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Mouse's Thanksgiving
Mouse's Thanksgiving
Jeffrey Ebbeler, Judy Cox
9780823448265
One tiny, happy mouse's simple Thanksgiving dinner gets bigger and bigger....and bigger! Uh oh!
$7.99 US
Sep 01, 2020
4-1/2 x 6
Board Book
30 Pages
Holiday House
Age 0-3 years
Resist!
Resist!
Peaceful Acts That Changed Our World
Diane Stanley
9780823444878
As a new wave of protests sweeps the nation and the world, young readers will be inspired by these accounts of activists who refused to be ignored.
$18.99 US
Sep 01, 2020
9 x 11
Hardcover
48 Pages
Neal Porter Books
Age 7-10 years
The Barnabus Project
The Barnabus Project
Terry Fan, Eric Fan, Devin Fan
9780735263260
In a world built for Perfect Pets, Barnabus is a Failed Project, half mouse, half elephant, kept out of sight until his dreams of freedom lead him and his misfit friends on a perilous adventure. A stunning picture book from international bestsellers The Fan Brothers, joined by their brother Devin Fan.
$18.99 US
Sep 01, 2020
10 x 10
Hardcover
72 Pages
Tundra Books
Age 5-9 years
The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt
The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt
Riel Nason, Byron Eggenschwiler
9780735264472
When you're a quilt instead of a sheet, being a ghost is hard! An adorable picture book for fans of Stumpkin and How to Make Friends with a Ghost.
$18.99 US
Sep 01, 2020
8-1/4 x 11
Hardcover
48 Pages
Tundra Books
Age 3-7 years
Happy Narwhalidays (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #5)
Happy Narwhalidays (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #5)
Ben Clanton
9780735262515
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERNarwhal and Jelly spread some holiday cheer (and warm waffle pudding) in the festive fifth book of this blockbuster graphic novel series!
$12.99 US
Sep 08, 2020
6 x 8-1/4
Hardcover
76 Pages
Tundra Books
Age 6-9 years
Kids Fight Plastic: How to Be a #2minutesuperhero
Kids Fight Plastic: How to Be a #2minutesuperhero
Tim Wesson, Martin Dorey
9781536212778
Kids can become ocean-saving superheroes with these plastic-fighting missions from best-selling author and environmental champion Martin Dorey.Every kid can be a superhero, fighting plastic waste at home, at school, and in their community. This engaging guide is chockfull of facts, vibrant art, graphics, and #2minutesuperhero missions—practical ways to take action now. Some ideas may spring to mind right away, such as picking up trash. Others are surprising, such as learning to cook with fresh ingredients or mending clothes. Readers will learn not only how to combat plastic waste head-on, but how to advocate for a cleaner world, beginning at home. Anti-plastic campaigner Martin Dorey brings both extensive experience and boundless enthusiasm to this essential book for young people who want to create a better world.
$19.99 US
Sep 08, 2020
5-1/16 x 7-13/16
Hardcover
128 Pages
Candlewick
Age 7-10 years
Christmas Is Joy
Christmas Is Joy
Emma Dodd, Emma Dodd
9781536215458
An enchanting celebration of the true meaning of Christmas, featuring two adorable reindeerChristmas is love that lasts all year.It's all of us, together, here.Christmas is peace, stars twinkling above,a night of sweet dreams and a heart full of love.Emma Dodd’s joyful celebration of this wonderful time of year, as seen through the eyes of two reindeer, is a pure delight.
$16.99 US
Sep 08, 2020
7-7/8 x 7-7/8
Hardcover
24 Pages
Templar
Age 2-5 years
The Eight Knights of Hanukkah
The Eight Knights of Hanukkah
Galia Bernstein, Leslie Kimmelman
9780823439584
The whole kingdom has gathered to celebrate Hanukkah--but a dastardly dragon keeps interrupting the festivities. Can the Eight Knights of Hanukkah set things right?
$17.99 US
Sep 15, 2020
10 x 8
Hardcover
48 Pages
Holiday House
Age 4-8 years
The Scary Book
The Scary Book
Thierry Dedieu
9783791374642
A perfect blend of silly and scary, this oversized lift-the-flap board book shows children what's hiding inside some creepy creatures.
$12.95 US
Sep 15, 2020
6-3/4 x 10-1/4
Board Book
20 Pages
Prestel Junior
Age 3-6 years
The House of Happy Spirits
The House of Happy Spirits
A Children’s Book Inspired by Friedensreich Hundertwasser
Géraldine Elschner, Lucie Vandevelde
9783791374543
In this fairy tale-like story a beloved tree is saved and children learn how architecture can co-exist with nature.
$14.95 US
Sep 15, 2020
9-1/2 x 12-1/2
Hardcover
32 Pages
Prestel Junior
Age 4-8 years
More Beautiful
More Beautiful
All-American Decoration
Mark D. Sikes
9780847862269
The author of Beautiful is back with a new book of his interiors, filled with blue-and-white vignettes, wicker, saturated color, and pretty patterns.
$45.00 US
Sep 01, 2020
8-1/4 x 10
Hardcover
272 Pages
Rizzoli
Architectural Digest
Architectural Digest
The Most Beautiful Rooms in the World
9780847868483
An unrivaled survey of the most exciting contemporary interior design across the globe, curated by the editors of ten international editions of Architectural Digest.
$70.00 US
Sep 08, 2020
9 x 11-3/4
Hardcover
336 Pages
Rizzoli
Prevention CBD & You
Prevention CBD & You
Straight Facts about the Plant-Based Health Supplement for Anxiety, Pain, Insomnia & More
Scott Meyer, Nelson Peña
9781950785018
"...the ultimate guide for anyone who takes CBD or is thinking of trying it." -Mehmet Oz, M.D., Attending Surgeon, New York Presbyterian/Columbia UniversityIs CBD a miracle healing compound, all hype, or somewhere in between? Prevention examines the CBD phenomenon: what it is, its health benefits and how to decide if CBD is right for you.
$19.99 US
Sep 08, 2020
6 x 9
Paperback
176 Pages
Hearst Home
The Joy in You
The Joy in You
Rosie Butcher, Cat Deeley
9780593181416
Feel uplifted and hopeful when you connect with life's most joyful moments in this picture book from mom and So You Think You Can Dance host Cat Deeley. Dream big, as big as the night sky full of stars.When you discover the things you love, you’ll find true joy. Journey through a magical world where readers will find endless opportunities to be themselves and find freedom in expression, no matter where they are or who they’re with.  Kids will delight in the silly humor and undeniable spirit of this rhythmic picture book—and take to heart the message that they are enough exactly as they are! Cat Deeley’s debut is the perfect gift for new mom and baby, birthday celebrations, and any family in need of a spark of happiness.
$18.99 US
Sep 15, 2020
9-1/2 x 10-1/2
Hardcover
32 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 4-8 years
Wild Symphony
Wild Symphony
Dan Brown, Susan Batori
9780593123843
#1 New York Times bestselling author Dan Brown makes his picture book debut with this mindful, humorous musical, and uniquely entertaining book!
$19.99 US
Sep 01, 2020
11 x 10
Hardcover
44 Pages
Rodale Kids
Age 3-7 years
Cooking for One
Cooking for One
Scaled Recipes, No-Waste Solutions, and Time-Saving Tips
9781948703284
Discover the joy of cooking for yourself with more than 160 perfectly portioned, easy-to-execute recipes, flexible ingredient lists to accommodate your pantry, and ideas for improvising to your taste.
$29.99 US
Sep 01, 2020
7-7/8 x 9-5/8
Hardcover
352 Pages
America's Test Kitchen
Peyton Picks the Perfect Pie
Peyton Picks the Perfect Pie
A Thanksgiving Celebration
9781948703260
This humorous and heart-warming story from the creators of the #1 New York Times Bestseller The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs celebrates the love of cooking and helps children overcome their fear of trying new foods and includes an ATK recipe for the perfect pie.
$17.99 US
Sep 01, 2020
10 x 10
Hardcover
32 Pages
America's Test Kitchen Kids
Age 4-8 years
Eating Out Loud
Eating Out Loud
Bold Middle Eastern Flavors for All Day, Every Day: A Cookbook
Eden Grinshpan
9780593135877
Discover a playful new take on Middle Eastern cuisine with more than 100 fresh, flavorful recipes from the contagiously charming chef and food personality Eden Grinshpan
$35.00 US
Sep 01, 2020
7-7/16 x 10
Hardcover
272 Pages
Clarkson Potter
The Good Book of Southern Baking
The Good Book of Southern Baking
A Revival of Biscuits, Cakes, and Cornbread
Kelly Fields, Kate Heddings
9781984856227
A comprehensive, contemporary collection of more than 100 beloved Southern baking recipes from the James Beard Award-winning Kelly Fields of the New Orleans bakery Willa Jean.
$35.00 US
Sep 08, 2020
8 x 10
Hardcover
336 Pages
Lorena Jones Books
Fizz
Fizz
80 Joyful Cocktails and Mocktails for Every Occasion
Olly Smith
9780593139448
Add a little sparkle to any occasion with 80 seriously simple cocktail and mocktail recipes for any occasion, united by their unique and exciting use of fizzy mixers.
$18.99 US
Sep 15, 2020
5-1/2 x 7-1/2
Hardcover
160 Pages
Clarkson Potter
Behind Bars
Behind Bars
High Class Cocktails Inspired by Low Life Gangsters
Shawn McManus, Vincent Pollard
9783791386843
Pairing notorious gangsters and mobsters from movies and television with signature cocktails, this pocket-sized collection of boozy recipes is so much fun, it's criminal.
$14.95 US
Sep 22, 2020
6 x 7-1/4
Hardcover
144 Pages
Prestel
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