Performing Arts

"A. S. Hamrah's writing on film is a delight. . . . Like all the best criticism, his writing makes art and life feel less lonely." --Elif Batuman"Unerring" (Bookforum), "hilarious" (Dana Spiotta), "our age's most irreplaceable critic" (Guernica), "a genius" (Kenyon Review), A. S....

One of the most talked about scripts of the year, Adaptation is the story of an orchid collector (Chris Cooper), a journalist (Meryl Streep, as author Susan Orlean), and the screenwriter (Charlie Kaufman, played by Nicolas Cage) who, in adapting Orlean's bestselling book The...

Now a Netflix TV show! Black Swan meets Pretty Little Liars in this soapy, drama-packed novel featuring diverse characters who will do anything to be the prima at their elite ballet school.From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Belles, Dhonielle Clayton, and the...

Long before Walt Disney, a young woman revolutionized the landscape of animation using light, a pair of scissors, and her imagination. From acclaimed author C. E. Winters and debut illustrator Matt Schu, STEM meets the arts in this engaging nonfiction picture book biography about...

Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, like sharing music with their neighbors Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke. But when Mrs. Teaberry decides they should join a band, Mr. Putter isn't so sure. He doesn't even play an instrument--in fact, neither does...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER GLOBE AND MAIL BESTSELLER The official tie-in book for the beloved, nine-time Emmy(R) Award-winning series Schitt's Creek. This beautifully produced, keepsake coffee-table book is the ultimate celebration of the series, the town, the characters, and the state of mind that...

The quirky Clarice Bean is in for a spell of trouble--and shares a lesson about kindness--in this hilarious follow-up to Utterly Me, Clarice Bean. Clarice Bean seems to be in nonstop trouble these days, almost as much as Karl Wrenbury, who is the naughtiest...

Dance fever has hit River Heights! Kids Can Dance, the famous reality tv show, is holding auditions at River Heights Elementary. Nancy and her friends are eager to try out, and meet the famous host, Bryce Brown. But when something goes wrong with every...

In this charming and sweet Level 1 Ready-to-Read, Angelina Ballerina participates in a Chipping Cheddar baking contest! Angelina Ballerina is participating in a Chipping Cheddar baking competition! Will her Berry Ballerina Cupcakes take the cake, or will her recipe fall flat? (c) 2020 Helen...

The movie that inspired filmmakers to direct is like the atomic bomb that went off before their eyes. The Film That Changed My Life captures that epiphany. It explores 30 directors' love of a film they saw at a particularly formative moment, how it...

The first English translation of Chris Marker's early writings on film, religion, philosophy, politics, and art. Before making his first films in the 1950s, Chris Marker was a regular contributor to the Paris-based magazine Esprit from 1946 to 1952. Unbound by genre or form,...

Seal letters, decorate packages, and personalize your stationery with this Hogwarts(TM) Gold Sticker Seal Set inspired by the beloved Harry Potter(TM) films. Seal and decorate your letters and projects with these puffy wax stickers featuring the iconic Hogwarts(TM) "H" in a beautiful metallic gold...

An exploration of the film as a more expressive and profound medium. Includes an analysis of a sound-film sequence from Alexander Nevsky. "The most instructive discussion of the film art yet put between the covers of a book" (New York Times Book Review). Edited...

Pearl--a little gosling who loves to sing--joins the quaint world of Olivier Dunrea's Gossie & Friends in this preschool-friendly picture book about finding your voice.Pearl sings sleeping songs, slurping songs, quietly, and loudly, all over the farm--all day long. Pearl loves, loves, loves to...

High-quality, easy-to-use cameras, free film editing software, and the popularity of YouTube and other video-hosting Web sites--have led to a revival of stop-motion animation. Despite the growing interest in this versatile art form, there are few resources offering guidance on the process. That's where...

Dress and accessorize all the LITTLE MONSTERS in this glam My Sticker Dress-Up activity book!Little Monsters will enjoy screen-free fun with this amazing sticker book that encourages hours of unlimited imagination and play. Use the shimmer stickers to help fans get ready for the...

The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Olivia Rodrigo. Packed with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for Livies.Author: Arie KaplanPublisher: Penguin Young Readers GroupPublished: 10/07/2025Pages: 80Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 8.80h x 5.90w x 0.30dISBN:...

The Berenstain Bears take part in the school talent show in this exciting addition to the classic New York Times bestselling series.From the cub's magic tricks to Trudy's yodeling, any student can be in the show. All you need is a talent! Beginning readers...

Discover the loyalty of your inner Hufflepuff with this yearlong guided journal inspired by the beloved Harry Potter films. In the Harry Potter films, students sorted into the house of Hufflepuff are known for their kindness and loyalty. Now, fans of the iconic film...

Introducing the first official Harry Potter knitting book--a deluxe guide to creating over 25 authentic Harry Potter knits based on the iconic films. Channel the magic of the Harry Potter films from the screen to your needles with the ultimate knitter's guide to the...