Meet the Creator: Q&A with Donna Fredin from THAT’S NOT STELLA

From Flying Eye Books We recently sat down with author and illustrator of the hilarious That’s Not Stella, Donna Fredin and asked her some questions about creating her debut picture book. Take a look and you might even catch a glimpse of the cat that inspired our iconic Stella! Hi Donna! We are excited to have

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Trendspotting: Chalices, Chainmail, Castlecore

Once upon a time, Chappell Roan wielded a sword on the VMAs red carpet shortly before she took the stage, stunning in silver armor and chainmail against the backdrop of a burning, ruined castle. This blend of modern and medieval is the perfect encapsulation of “castlecore,” one of this fall’s biggest aesthetic trends that retailers

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Transform Jitter Into Joy with These Back-to-School Picture Books!

By Jaliza Burwell, Charlesbridge The first day of school is right around the corner—and whether it’s children’s very first day or they’re returning as seasoned pros, there is one thing that remains the same: the back-to-school butterflies. Books like our timeless favorite, First Day Jitters, face those butterflies head-on through a humorous and heartwarming reminder

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Hosting with Style: The Art of Modern Entertaining

When it comes to throwing unforgettable house parties that guests won’t stop talking about for years to come, savvy hosts know that the details make all the difference. As Gen Z looks for offline ways to connect with friends IRL, dinner parties are coming back in vogue with a fresh, bold twist. Maximalist tablescaping, uniquely

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Summerween Horror Reads from Crooked Lane Books

By Mikaela Bender, Marketing & Publicity Associate – Crooked Lane Books We’re longing for the chill of October nights when every shadow or dark corner holds the possibility for a bit of the supernatural, so we’ve decided to start spooky season early by celebrating Summerween! Join us by watching your favorite scary movie, lighting an

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Stitching Together a New Trend: Gen Z’s Granny Core

Ever dreamed of retiring at 22? If so, you’re not alone—despite being young, it’s a thought Gen Z is all too familiar with. Born into a fast-paced world of constant information overload, Gen Z grew up in a digital age buried in burnout from constantly being plugged in. Looking for a moment of solace, many

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Make Back to School Brighter with Skill-Building Books from Highlights

Back-to-school season is full of new beginnings—new classrooms, new routines, and new skills to practice. And while kids are getting ready, grown-ups are always looking for ways to support learning at home in ways that feel playful and low-pressure. That’s where Highlights Learning comes in! Their award-winning workbooks and wipe-clean activity books are created by

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Now Available: Knopf Cooks 2025 Catalog

The 2025 catalog for Knopf Cooks is now available to browse, download, and share on PRH Retail! Editorial Director Lexy Bloom writes, “This year at Knopf Cooks, we are publishing cookbooks and food writing that, we believe, tell stories of our America. These are stories of families, of immigration, of dishes passed from generation to generation.

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Bring the Outdoors In with Biophilic Home Design

Haven’t “botany” books on biophilic home design just yet? Well, it’s time to turn over a new leaf and consider it! First, let’s dig into the soil of what exactly the “biophilia” phenomenon is rooted in.    Picture yourself unwinding in a space filled with natural light, where lush plants bring life to every corner, and

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Staff Picks + Upcoming Titles: August

August’s upcoming titles make us imagine we can almost feel the first crisp breeze of fall. Get into the seasonal spirit with cozy coloring in The Pumpkin Spice Latte Coloring Book, or embrace the spooky side of autumn with books like Your Favorite Scary Movie and Rocky Horror Show: The Official Coloring Book! Whip up

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Coming Soon – AD at Home: Architectural Digest

Editor in chief Amy Astley has revolutionized AD, and the interior design world, with her emphasis on how home is about the people who live there. Her favorite stories from the last ten years—of the unique homes, interiors, and lifestyles of some of the most creative and important people of our time—will inspire every design-conscious

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Summer Travel Just Got a Lot More Fun (With a Lot Less Screen-Time)

Long drives. Flight delays. Waiting at the gate. Summer travel is full of magical memories—and lots of downtime, too. Parents are always looking for ways to keep kids entertained without handing over a screen. That’s where Highlights comes in! From travel-sized sticker books to laugh-out-loud joke collections, Highlights books offer fun, independent activities that kids

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