Slime, Gem Art & No-Sew Plushies: New Formats from Highlights

Highlights is an instantly recognizable children’s brand that parents and kids have trusted for over 75 years. For decades, Highlights has inspired joyful childhoods with kid-friendly, parent-approved puzzles, games, workbooks and more. Now, the brand is expanding with exciting, interactive formats designed for a new generation craving creative, analog play! Blending Highlights’ fan-favorite Hidden Pictures

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Analog Hobbies for Going Slow & Living with Intention

The slow rise of bread dough on the counter, the hands-in-the-dirt garden chores that feel like a breath of fresh air, an adorable amigurumi plush crocheted to life with your own two hands: more and more, people are seeking out these quiet, offline moments as an antidote to digital life. 2026 is the year of logging

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Spotlight On: Coco Wyo Coloring Books

In the world of cozy coloring, Coco Wyo reigns supreme! Featuring an adorable kawaii illustration style and bold lines for easy coloring, Coco Wyo has taken the coloring world by storm. The studio first found success via self-publishing, but after becoming a viral hit on TikTok and establishing a dedicated fanbase, they partnered with Penguin

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Attention Span Rehab: Books to Cure Brain Rot

Between millions of bot accounts, ragebait posts, and AI slop, any daily scroller knows that the internet has gotten noticeably worse as algorithms fight for our endless attention. Whether you call it brain rot, enshittification, or simply late stage capitalism, the toxicity of social media is forcing users to turn elsewhere for entertainment and learning.

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Say Hello to Harvest Season

September is here, Pumpkin Spice Lattes are back on the Starbucks menu, and fall has officially begun (at least in our hearts). Fall is all about cozy living, comfort food, and togetherness. It’s the season of Gilmore Girls and sourdough starters, a time for crochet projects and game nights. Lean into autumnal vibes with gifts

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On Sale Now: Mini Amigurumi Animals Kit

Create 2 super-cute amigurumi animals using this complete kit from best-selling crochet designer Sarah Abbondio! The perfect gift for crafters, this all-in-one kit contains the yarn, tools and patterns needed for 2 of Sarah’s most popular designs (a cheeky elephant and jolly octopus), plus 2 bonus patterns to enjoy (a sweet turtle and colorful peacock).

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Stitching Together a New Trend: Gen Z’s Grannycore

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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Publisher Spotlight: Ink & Willow

With a line of spiritual gift books including journals, devotionals, coloring books, and more, Ink & Willow is one of our favorite imprints for any retailer looking for compelling Christian lifestyle gifts! Ink & Willow infuses contemplation and inspiration into the regular spiritual practice of creative-minded Christians, wherever they are in their faith journey. Books

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Relax with Cute & Cozy Coloring Books

Adult coloring is back, with bold and easy coloring page designs trending high on TikTok as folks search for soothing self-care activities to add into their daily routines. Cute icons like Sanrio’s Hello Kitty and Kuromi, Monchhichi toys, the Moomins, Kewpie dolls, and even Polly Pocket have all come back into style as stressed out

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