Best Selling Books by Chronicle Books

There''s a time for yes—and there''s a time for no. Oh Hell No! is a collection of art and essays that serve a much-needed reminder to say no to anything that might waste our precious energy. Reclaim your time with the help of these sassy illustrated sayings and astute insights. • A timely celebration of the joy of saying no • Features passionate prose from feminist scholar Sara Ahmed • Includes actionable advice from author and journalist Dani Katz From polite refusal to emphatic rejection, we need that two letter word now more than ever. Oh Hell No! is a reminder and a celebration of the universal human right to say "I would prefer not to." • The ultimate naysayer''s manifesto • The perfect self-purchase for feminists, introverts, activists, realists, or burned-out overachievers who are trying to say "no" more often • You''ll love this book if you love books like The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life by Mark Manson; Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John Townsend; and F*ck Feelings: One Shrink''s Practical Advice for Managing All Life''s Impossible Problems by Michael Bennett MD and Sarah Bennett.

Spend time with the ones you love . . . while kicking their butts! A play-anywhere collection of 150+ family challenges inspired by the party games and silly contests popular on social media. Gather the whole family for epic at-home tournaments with over 150 friendly competitions to best your relatives! These fun, easy-to-learn, and challenging games are perfect for all-ages family game nights, holiday gatherings, reunions, birthday parties, and more. Using simple things from around the house as props and game pieces, all the activities are quick to set up and can easily be turned into a friendly competition. Game and challenge ideas fresh off the funniest memes include: Flip Cup Tic-Tac-Toe: Players flip their cup upside down. Once a cup lands successfully, it can be placed on a tic-tac-toe board made of masking tape. The first one to get three cups in a row wins. Cookie Roulette: Mystery condiments make this tasting challenge a hilarious gross-out as players roll a cookie toward a row of goop-filled cups. No matter which one the cookie lands in, the player must eat it! Candle Blowing: Ten tea lights are placed in a row. Whoever blows out the most candles in one breath wins. Candy Cane Scoop: Each player ties an upside-down candy cane around their waist and then uses it to hook things off the floor hands-free. The winner is the one with the most successful pick-ups. A great way to make your own memories (or shareable videos!), these games are endlessly fun and adaptable for any get-together. EVERYONE CAN JOIN IN: With a wide range of activities, there''s a competition for everyone to participate in, from kids and teens to parents and grandparents. HOLIDAY FUN: Perfect for the holidays or any other family gathering—what better way to spend time together than competing for the win! Make your next gathering one to remember with a series of competitions the whole family can enjoy together. START PLAYING RIGHT AWAY: Each game comes with easy-to-follow instructions and requires little to no preparation and no specialized equipment. The book includes scorekeeping pages to record wins and losses. Perfect for: Multigenerational families Friends or family game night Substitute for drinking games Family gift or stocking stuffer

A state-by-state tour of America''s favorite Christmas recipes features classic regional recipes--ranging from Alabama''s pecan divinity to New York''s oyster stew and Utah''s quick peppermint stick cake--highlighted by vintage artwork evoking the spirit of Christmas past.

It''s a card, a gift enclosure, and a mini present all in one. Chronicle Books is pleased to offer a new assortment of "MatchCard Greetings." Perfect for attaching to presents, these innovative, accordion-folded greetings come in a colorful matchbox. With messages for a range of occasions--"including six to choose from for the holiday season--"these delightful greetings in a box will add sparkle to all your gifts or make great gifts on their own!

This exquisitely illustrated volume presents a concise account of history of the Lakota and of the practice and fundamental principles of their spiritual and ceremonial life, from the appearance of the White Buffalo Woman and the observance of the Seven Sacred Rites to the Vision quest, the sweat lodge, and an ultimate communion with Wakan-Tanka, the Great Spirit.

Each year millions of tweens and teens embark on their very first job as babysitters. With this rite of passage comes questions, fears, and doubts, as well as excitement. This must-have tool kit prepares newbies for babysitting kids at any age. A booklet includes tips for handling the most challenging "clients" and ideas for maintaining a babysitting business; while 50 activity cards, 16 reward coupons, and plenty of stickers are perfect for keeping kids entertained. Plus budding entrepreneurs will love the customizable business cards. With advice on everything from engaging very young children to first aid emergencies to playtime ideas, young babysitters will benefit from the invaluable tools at their fingertips, all while developing skills that ensure fun...and success!

A handy little reference guide packed with information to help you predict your future through interpreting your dreams. Inspired by a vintage book, this delightful guide deciphers dreams to predict the future. It compiles more than one thousand dream symbols and reveals what they portend for the dreamer. This handy little book is irresistible to pick up; its content is so compelling, it''s impossible to put down.

This precious baby album makes a beautiful gift for any new parent. Eric Carle''s beloved animal illustrations accompany space to record baby''s firsts, friends, outings, and more. It also includes an adorable hanging mobile and padded cover. Record the memorable moments of baby''s first year, and make a lovely keepsake for when baby is all grown up.

Poker is 10% luck, 90% psychology. This illustrated guide to Texas Hold ''Em, the world''s most popular poker game, gives players the strategy and skills they need to make some cold, hard cash. An essential companion for any poker night, online tournament, or casino trip, this pocket-sized manual allows players to keep vital tips and tactics close at hand. A section for notes at the back of the book provides space for recording competitors tells and refining a winningstrategy. Accessible to beginners and enlightening to poker devotees, Texas Hold ''Em belongs in the hands of anyone with a stack of cards and a competitive spirit.

Let''s Go to the Beach provides twenty activities and games for children to play on the sand and even ideas for beach art projects!

With such traditional and contemporary dishes as Tarte Tatin, Croissants, Ratatouille and Salade Nicoise, French cuisine is rightly regarded as one of the richest in the world, and these recipes add up to a repertoire that most would be happy to eat day after day. Once easily available in any number of modest restaurants, today they are more often found in the home; all the more reason, then, to cook them yourself!

This jolly book collects fun-to-make crafts and treats, holiday recipes, plusstickers and a stencil. Consumable.

This song association game is a hit! Enjoy fun musical activities and challenges in this tuneful addition to the After Dinner Amusements line. Music lovers will groove to this take-anywhere game, perfect for two or more players. Open the mini tin, pull a card, and let the music take you away! A variety of challenges await, including naming as many Taylor Swift songs as possible in 60 seconds, naming as many songs with the word "you" in the title as possible in 60 seconds, writing down all the lyrics to "Dancing Queen" by ABBA in 60 seconds, and much more. When you win an activity, you keep the card. The player with the most cards at the end of your gameplay is the undeniable music maestro! MUSIC LOVERS GAME: Pump up the jam with this activity game that challenges your musical knowledge and ability to think fast! Covering a variety of genres, this on-the-go game is great for parties, family game night, or any time the rhythm gets you. ACCESSIBLE FUN: Perfect for family members aged 8 and up, the activities in this tin are suitable for a variety of energies and physical abilities. Two or more players can join in the fun. TAKE IT ANYWHERE: The petite, portable tin is the perfect size to throw in a backpack or purse, keep in a glove compartment, stash in a suitcase, or keep in a spare room for when guests visit. EXPLORE THE ENTIRE SERIES: This game is part of the After Dinner Amusements series, a collection of tiny tins filled with family-friendly prompts for exploring and engaging with the world around you. Perfect for: Music fans Parents and families with teens or younger kids Game nights or dinner party activities Anyone looking for fun "offline" experiences

A taste of the good life! This collection showcases 20 special recipes, all with photographs, that will inspire food lovers to take the party outside. Selected from some of Chronicle Books'' best-loved cookbooks, here are easy-peasy drinks (alcoholic and nonalcoholic), quick appetizers, simple salads and sides, and great-for-the-grill main dishes. Whether it''s the South Seas Sangria, Corn with Chipotle Butter, or the Honey-Glazed Spareribs that beckon, everything tastes better out on the patio. And grilling will be all the more relaxing for the cook who has this just-right repertoire at hand.