New Releases by Michael Arndt

An entertaining, informative, and elegantly designed guide that makes understanding punctuation marks and symbols simple and fun. A rollicking linguistic ride for fans of Eats, Shoots & Leaves and Just My Type.

“Beautiful and endlessly fascinating. . . . you’ll never look at punctuation the same way again.” —Michael Bierut, partner, Pentagram In this show-stopping guide with more than seventy-five uniquely designed two-color spreads—a rollicking linguistic ride in the spirit of Eats, Shoots & Leaves and Just My Type—award–winning graphic designer Michael Arndt explores the typographic origins, names, and shapes of both common and uncommon punctuation marks and symbols, as well as the usage of each. In graphically engaging spreads that use typography in an innovative way, Snails & Monkey Tails examines the evolution of these mighty linguistic tools—from the punctum, or point, created by an ancient scribe to the guillemet, used most commonly in lieu of quote marks by the French (and named in honor of typographer Guillaume Le Bé). Snails (@) & Monkey Tails (&) is packed with facts, history, stories, and lore, as well as grammar explained clearly and with examples. Complete with a list of useful terms and clear diagrams for creating typographical marks and symbols correctly on both PC and Apple computers, Snails & Monkey Tails is essential for bibliophiles, writers, grammarians, graphic designers, typography enthusiasts, logophiles, and anyone with a passion for the written word. Praise for Michael Arndt’s books “Clever . . . exuberant in its sense of fun.” —Publishers Weekly “Evocative . . . fresh, engaging.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

An alphabet board book that introduces the ABCs and ROYGBVs in vibrant rainbow colors to engage young eyes and encourage verbal and visual literacy. Glints of rainbow holographic foil make this a truly special book to behold! From Michael Arndt, award-winning graphic designer and author of the M books: see + read board book series, comes rAinbowZ—a new, mesmerizing alphabet and color primer for kids. Introducing a variety of food and objects, all in the colors of the spectrum, rAinbowZ engages young eyes and makes verbal and visual literacy fun. Fascinating for babies, this board book is an exciting, exuberant, and educational tool that can be used over and over again.

A beautiful and timely book for anyone who needs a little inspiration to turn their dreams into reality. When a trio of friends happen upon a neighborhood tree falling into decay, an idea catches hold. But what makes a dream become a plan, and how does a plan lead to a brighter tomorrow? With deceptively simple verse, Thoughts Are Air brilliantly links thoughts, words, and actions to the water cycle. Just as air becomes water becomes solid matter, thoughts become words become actions. The comparison is subtle yet powerful--air condensing into matter; ideas condensing into doing something that matters. Completely unique and utterly accessible, this is a book to inspire curiosity and spark change-making ideas in readers young and old.

Rechtssicher argumentieren! Das Handbuch Arzthaftungsrecht erschließt systematisch die Besonderheiten des Arzthaftungsrechts auf der Basis des Patientenrechtegesetzes. Orientiert an der Praxisrelevanz erläutern erfahrene Praktiker umfassend die materiellrechtlichen und verfahrensrechtlichen Grundlagen und geben wertvolle Hinweise zum Mandatsmanagement auf Patienten- und auf Arztseite von Mandatsannahme bis -beendigung. 90 % der Haftungsfälle werden in außergerichtlichen Verfahren abgeschlossen, dort liegt ein Schwerpunkt bei der Tätigkeit des RA im arzthaftungsrechtlichen Mandat. Dementsprechend praxisrelevant sind die Tipps des Autorenteams für außergerichtliche Verfahren. Indem das Handbuch die Dogmatik des Arzthaftungsrechts herausarbeitet, gibt es Argumentationshilfen auch bei neuen Problemkonstellationen. In der 2. Auflage werden neue Kapitel zu E-Health und zum Rettungsdienstrecht aufgenommen und die einschlägigen (höchstrichterlichen) Entscheidungen ausgewertet und kritisch beleuchtet, z.B. zum taggenauen Schmerzensgeld und zum Umgang mit Patientenverfügungen. Zum materiellen Recht: - Haftungsgrundlagen, Praxisbewährung des Patientenrechtegesetzes, Verjährungsproblematik - Behandlungsfehler mit aktuellen Schwerpunkten Entlassmanagement, Geburtsschadensrecht sowie Zahnarzthaftung - Aufklärungsfehler (Einwilligung, Entscheidungskonflikte, Beweislasten und Sonderprobleme) - Schaden, Schadensarten und Schmerzensgeld mit Berechnungsbeispielen Zur außergerichtlichen Tätigkeit: - Mandatsmanagement auf Patienten- und auf Arztseite - Strafverfahren und Compliance - Arbeitsrechtliche Fragestellungen, z.B. Überlastungsproblematik und Auskunftsansprüche - Arzthaftpflichtversicherung, insbesondere Deckungsschutz - Mediation.Zum Verfahrensrecht: - Besonderheiten des Arzthaftungsrechts - Passivlegitimation - Sachaufklärung, Streitgegenstand und Beweiskraft - Sachverständigenbeweis - Prozessvergleich.

The second in a new series of "look + learn M books" presenting eye-catching, creative designs, and die-cut pages to teach children colors, counting, and caring, in this beautiful board book. There’s no better way to share love and learning with your little one than time spent on your lap with a colorful, interactive board book. One Yellow Sun helps introduce little ones to numbers, colors, and sizes, using vibrant colors and smart die-cuts. There’s a surprise activity at the end!

Make your way from the Flatiron to Flatbush as an award-winning designer expertly captures New York City with minimalist art and unexpected wit. Minimal New York City playfully captures the essence of New York with clever pairs of sharp illustrations and cheeky commentary about the city. Historic context for each illustration is revealed in the back of the book, making it an informative experience for anyone who has ever walked through the bright lights of Times Square, paid $13 for an avocado toast, or indulged in Junior''s Cheesecake on Flatbush. Minimal New York City is a celebration of what makes New York New York. As a lifelong resident of New York state who has spent nearly twenty-five years living on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, Michael Arndt has poured his wealth of insider knowledge into Minimal New York City, a graphic love letter dedicated to the place he calls home. His references run the gamut from visual similarities between Central Park and Brooklyn''s parks to the ways in which Times Square has evolved from the ''70s to today. His visual and verbal wit make the graphics of New York approachable for New Yorkers and Big Apple fanatics alike.

The first in a new series of "see + read M books" presenting eye-catching, creative designs, and die-cut pages to teach children colors, caring, and other golden rule lessons in this bright and beautiful board book. There’s no better way to share love and learning with your little one than time spent on your lap with a colorful book. My Heart Grows illustrates the wonderful ways to give and receive love, from hugging and playing to sharing and helping, all while watching the book’s heart grow!

La novélisation officielle de l''épisode VII, Le Réveil de la force. L''adaptation jeunes adultes de l''événement cinématographique le plus retentissant de 2015-2016 ! Luke Skywalker a disparu. En son absence, le sinistre PREMIER ORDRE est né des cendres de l''Empire et cherche à éliminer le dernier Jedi. Avec le soutien de la RÉPUBLIQUE, la générale Leia Organa mène la RÉSISTANCE et tente désespérément de retrouver son frère, Luke, afin d''obtenir son aide pour ramener la paix et la justice dans la galaxie. Leia a envoyé secrètement son pilote le plus audacieux en mission secrète sur Jakku, où un vieil allié détient un indice permettant de localiser Luke...

Dog says woof . . . pig says oink . . . cow says moo. Animals and the sounds they make are paired up in playfully compelling ways in this eye-catching illustrated gift book featuring bold colors and an engaging use of onomatopoeia. Kids and parents will delight in discovering the ways in which the letters that spell out each animal''s sound are key elements of that animal''s illustration. With so much to see and to sound out, kids will relish this unique visual and educational experience, brimming with color and letters.