New Releases by Ralph Masiello

Step-by-step diagrams show young artists how to draw fantastic unicorns of all kinds in the newest addition to the popular Ralph Masiello drawing series. By following the simple steps shown in red, mythical creature lovers and aspiring artists can create their own beautiful creatures. With only a few lines, young and young-at-heart artists can draw unikitties, unipiggies, uniowls, and unicorns, as well as hideaways where the most intrepid creature hunters dare to find them.

This easy-to-follow guide makes it simple for robot lovers and aspiring artists alike to learn how to draw robots. In step-by-step illustrations, beloved author/illustrator Ralph Masiello shows kids how to use circles, ovals, and other shapes build the body of a basic robot. Then it's off to the warehouse for spare parts where artists can use dials, switches, and antennae to make their design one of a kind. Bonus challenge steps show artists how to add claws, armor, and other fantastic features. The simple shapes and sequenced steps will encourage both confidence and creativity for artists at any level.

Author/illustrator Ralph Masiello explores the world of dragon lore, from the mystical Australian rainbow serpent to the revered imperial dragon of China. Just follow the steps in red to create your own mythical, magical beasts. Extra bonus steps in blue show how to add realistic scales and more advanced details.

In the Florida Keys, far off the beaten path, is the tropical garden paradise of Grimal Grove. For the first time, a wider audience can explore its rare and exotic fruits in this fantastic coloring book. In the 1950s, a man named Adolf Grimal had a dream of establishing a rare tropical fruit nursery for rambutan, canistel, lychee, and more in the Florida Keys. But the bedrock of the islands cannot normally sustain such lush vegetation. It was only through Grimal's engineering know-how and persistence that hundreds of plants, like the nuaga sapote, perhaps one of the rarest on the planet, thrived. This hidden paradise became known as Grimal Grove. Now children and adults alike can learn about its unique catalog of exotic fruit in this coloring and drawing adventure.

The tenth book in Ralph Masiello’s popular drawing series shows budding artists how to illustrate quirky aliens from out of this world. Clear, linear steps in red outline how to draw the friendly Martians. Challenge steps in blue encourage adding extras to each masterpiece.

Ralph Masiello has taught young artists how to draw robots, dragons, dinosaurs, farm animals, fairies, and bugs. He’s introduced readers to techniques to capture creatures from the ocean, objects from Ancient Egypt, and spooky characters from Halloween on paper. In the tenth book in his drawing series, Ralph Masiello brings the spirit of Christmas alive. Starting with the snowman—a winter staple—Ralph guides budding illustrators through to the "Decoration Station" where step-by-step instructions teach them to draw trees, lights, ornaments, and wreaths. Then there’s the fireplace and the stockings—not to mention Santa and Mrs. Claus and all their friends and helpers at the North Pole! The book provides artists with the tools to create a true holiday scene. As in all of Ralph’s drawing books, there are extra steps outlined in blue for artists who want more of a challenge. Back matter includes a list of books and websites for further celebration of the winter and holiday season.

A is for anonymous (who's the one who farted')B is for bloated (watch out...coming soon!)F IS FOR FLATULENCE and...H IS FOR HILARIOUS!You've never seen an ABC book like this before! It's the wickedest, wackiest alphabet ever, all centered around the sound and smell of that always uproarious, occasionally uncontrollable bodily function: the fart. Colorful classic cartoons'including an ever-present ominous green, gassy cloud'bring out all the entertaining fun of Left Cheek Squeak; Noxious (people wearing gas masks); and the Fart and Run Technique. And don't forget "S" for Silent But Deadly!It's even more side-splitting than a whoopee cushion. Just be glad there's no smellovision, though!

A is for Alphabet...because you probably need a refresher. If you're not laughing by the end of this book...well, you're probably slower than molasses on a cold day. Or maybe you're just as sharp as a cue ball. But the rest of us sure will find plenty of guffaws in this side-splittingly uproarious ABC, which takes comic aim at the redneck lifestyle. It's got 26 letters (yes, that's how many there are) worth of fun, all illustrated with hilarious cartoons of rednecks and their more refined and proper dogs. G is for grandmother (who's also your aunt and your sister). L is for Lottery-otherwise known as the redneck retirement plan. And V is for the velvet Elvis painting that probably hangs in your trailer. This'll be hotter than a mess of collard greens on the back burner of a $4 stove! And because we know how difficult the alphabet can be for those rednecks, we have several extra usages of the letters in the alphabet.

Provides step-by-step instructions for drawing Halloween motifs including pumpkins, ghosts, a black cat, gravestones, a witch, a skeleton, and a haunted mansion.

Provides step-by-step instructions for drawing common farm sights, including pigs, horses, and tractors.

Instructions for drawing Egyptian images and symbols.

Illustrator Ralph Masiello makes a splash with this new addition to his popular drawing series. Easy steps and clear diagrams show kids how to draw the following animals: clams, squid, starfish (sea stars), clownfish, anemone, seaweed, coral, dophins, sea horses, moray eels, sharks, and even a humpback whale.

Simple directions for drawing prehistoric animals and plants.

Provides easy-to-follow instructions for drawing a variety of bugs, including a bee, a grasshopper, and a praying mantis.