**December Staff Picks**

By Caroline O'Connor | December 1 2021 | Children'sGeneralPop CultureAllGiftAdults

Check out our favorite titles coming out this month! See them all HERE!

Poems
9780593465066
The instant #1 New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestsellerThe breakout poetry collection by #1 New York Times bestselling author and presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman
$24.99 US
Dec 07, 2021
5-1/2 x 8-1/4
Hardcover
240 Pages
Viking Books

52 Practices for Self-Care, Healing, and Growth
9781611809589
52 cards with simple, in-the-moment mindfulness and embodiment practices to show you how to be kinder to yourself and increase your sense of well-being, self-confidence, and connection to others in your daily life.
$18.95 US
Dec 14, 2021
4-1/5 x 5-4/5
Cards
60 Pages
Shambhala

A Journal
9780593232941
365 quotes and prompts to help you get rid of what's inessential and focus on the important aspects of your life--part of the bestselling Do One Thing Every Day journal series.
$12.95 US
Dec 14, 2021
4-1/2 x 5-3/4
Paperback
368 Pages
Clarkson Potter

9780593406106
This vibrant board book by the creator of Love Makes a Family and Kindness Makes Us Strong celebrates small acts of green living that make a big impact on the environment.
$12.99 US
Dec 21, 2021
8-5/8 x 8-5/8
Board Book
26 Pages
Dial Books
Age 0-3 years

9780823447640
Children can learn animal names in both English and Chinese with this beautifully illustrated book!
$18.99 US
Dec 07, 2021
8 x 10
Hardcover
40 Pages
Holiday House
Age 4-8 years

9780593379295
The bestselling series that began with Tree: A Peek-Through Picture Book now adds an elaborate and beautiful children's book with peek-through holes that celebrates the coziness of home through the eyes of the animal world.
$17.99 US
Dec 07, 2021
9 x 11
Hardcover
32 Pages
Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Age 3-7 years

9781623543068
Celebrate Chinese New Year with a big, brainy STEM board book. Satisfy your baby’s growing curiosity of their world, with the science behind it!
$8.99 US
Nov 23, 2021
7 x 7
Board Book
20 Pages
Charlesbridge
Age 0-3 years

9780593203316
New York Times bestselling adult novelist Adriana Trigiani and beloved illustrator Amy June Bates team up for a heartwarming picture book about a how a family comes together to celebrate Valentine's Day.
$17.99 US
Dec 28, 2021
9 x 11
Hardcover
40 Pages
Viking Books for Young Readers
Age 3-7 years

An Illustrated Guide for Young Women to Practice Self-Love, Self-Compassion & Mindfulness with Fun and Flair
9781632173959
EXPRESS YOURSELF, OWN YOUR STRUGGLES, PURSUE YOUR DREAMS! Get empowered with The Just Girl Project's tips for living your best life.
$16.95 US
Dec 07, 2021
6 x 7
Hardcover
144 Pages
Spruce Books

In English and Spanish / En ingles y español
9780823445059
Hi! ¡Hola! A friendship story in English and Spanish! ¡Un cuento de amistad en inglés y español!
$18.99 US
Dec 14, 2021
8-1/2 x 11
Hardcover
40 Pages
Holiday House
Age 3-7 years

9780593349830
In the same mini-hardcover format as Love from the Very Hungry Caterpillar and Love from the Crayons comes another love-themed book starring one of our bestselling characters--Madeline.
$9.99 US
Dec 28, 2021
5-1/2 x 6-3/4
Hardcover
32 Pages
Viking Books for Young Readers
Age 0-3 years

9780593203521
*"A highly recommended title for any library shelf. A lovely look at love." --Kirkus reviews (starred review) A tender and lyrical story about a child's magical journey in search of Love. Perfect for fans of Corinna Luyken and Matt de la Peña.
$17.99 US
Dec 21, 2021
11 x 10
Hardcover
40 Pages
Flamingo Books
Age 4-8 years

52 Meditations on Nature: Meditation Cards
9780593139608
52 thoughtful, whimsically illustrated meditation cards to help you find a moment of rest in the midst of your day, from the author and artist behind the New York Times bestseller Am I There Yet?
$18.99 US
Dec 07, 2021
4-1/2 x 6-1/16
Stationery & Accessories
52 Pages
Clarkson Potter

Your Holistic Guide to the Best Poop of Your Life
9781683692973
It's time to talk sh*t—literally—with this relatable and humourous interactive handbook that will help you conquer the (ceramic) throne so you can conquer your life.
$19.99 US
Dec 28, 2021
6 x 8-1/2
Paperback
128 Pages
Quirk Books

Prompts and Practices for Getting in Touch with Your Body: A Guided Journal
9780593233283
A self-paced journal offering guidance to those seeking reconnection with their pleasure, featuring 150+ prompts to help readers define sensuality for themselves.
$14.99 US
Dec 07, 2021
5 x 7
Stationery & Accessories
176 Pages
Clarkson Potter

52-Week Meal Planner with 35+ Recipes, a 12-Week Meal Plan, Tear-Out Grocery Lists, and Tools for Healthy Habits
9780593234723
#1 New York Times bestselling author Gina Homolka will help you take an organized, easy approach to building healthy habits.
$22.99 US
Dec 07, 2021
7-1/2 x 8-3/4
Stationery & Accessories
184 Pages
Clarkson Potter

A Guide to Designing Beautiful Spaces Just Beyond Your Door: An Interior Design Book
9780593139424
From the hosts of Bravo's Backyard Envy comes a beautifully photographed guide to converting your outdoor space into an enviable oasis, whether you have a backyard, brownstone patio, or three-season porch.
$35.00 US
Dec 07, 2021
8 x 10
Hardcover
272 Pages
Clarkson Potter

And Other Inspiring Words of Wisdom
9780593316023
A giftable collection of inspiring, uplifting, and enlightening words of wisdom from one of the most important voices in spirituality and self-help "The perfect guide for a course correction in life." —Deepak Chopra
$20.00 US
Dec 07, 2021
5 x 7-1/2
Hardcover
128 Pages
Pantheon

9781623541583
In this best-selling Jitters series book, Mrs. Hartwell plans the perfect Valentine's Day party for her class. But everyone's favorite teacher has the jitters again!
$16.99 US
Dec 14, 2021
8 x 10
Hardcover
32 Pages
Charlesbridge
Age 5-8 years