New Releases by J. Patrick Lewis

Clever puns and elaborately detailed, surreal artwork illuminate a collection of comically grim verses that can’t help but tickle the funny bone. Reader, if I had more time I’d say au revoir in rhyme, Sayonara, ciao in verse — But I have to catch a hearse. Peek inside Once Upon a Tomb and find twenty-two poems, each of which tells, in hilarious verse, the story of an untimely demise — from a school principal to a bully, a food critic to a cafeteria lady, an underwear salesman to a soccer player. Complemented by Simon Bartram’s deadpan illustrations, J. Patrick Lewis’s cryptic tour of headstones and epitaphs is silly, spooky — and far from grave.

In wonderfully evocative poems, the authors explore castles of history and fantasy that have facinated people for hundreds of years--Bunratty, Hearst, Tower of London, Himeji, Bran, and Olavinlinna.

Moving poetic lyrics and beautiful artwork combine to pay tribute to the noble character and accomplishments of Amelia Earhart, Ella Fitzgerald, and twelve other women.

Twenty-one entertaining, thought-provoking poems chronicle the good that people have done in service of others. Bypassing those of mere fame, this striking collection is a celebration of such persons as Gandhi, Rosa Parks, teachers, a thirteen-year-old child-labor crusader, firefighters, Cesar Chavez, a feisty nun, and: . . . the valiant and the brave. Those simple people known by Two simple words: They gave. Each portrait includes an expressive illustration and additional factual material, and an eloquent afterword tells of Mr. Lewis''s own childhood hero. This memorable book invites readers to explore the legacy of human generosity which lights the path for tomorrow''s heroes.

Warm funny illustrations that make this the perfect treat for any book lover.

An illustrated narrative poem about the life and achievements of the renowned Italian astronomer whose work changed the course of science.

Based on true events, this tale recounts the 1911 theft of history''s most famous portrait, Leonardo da Vinci''s MONA LISA, through the spririted narration of the proud thief himself.

A collection of poems that describe people, places, and things associated with science, including oxygen, the ocean, and germs.

Two snowflakes named Crystal and Ivory travel on Santa''s sleigh and make their way through the wintry sky until they become part of a snowboy in Central Park.

Contains poems about the world''s extinct animals.

A collection of poems that celebrate such notable firsts as the first American woman in space, the first king of rock ''n'' roll, the first man to run a four-minute mile, and the first person to create blue jeans.

Un illustrateur, qui n''est autre que Roberto Innocenti, part à la recherche de son imagination perdue et se retrouve devant une étrange auberge battue par les flots. Les clients ont tous quelque chose de particulier, mais en même temps un air qui nous est familier : marin à jambe de bois, chevalier à la triste figure, sirène cachant sous ses dentelles une queue de poisson... Il s''agit bien sûr de quelques-uns des plus célèbres héros littéraires de notre enfance, et tous semblent en quête d''une partie d''eux-mêmes.

Describes the changes the earth has experienced through the years and provides insight into the importance of global awareness and the connection with our environment.

Discusses the basic principles of nature, and also the beautiful ways that nature works.

A collection of poems each of which appears on the page in the shape of its subject so that the poem looks like whatever it''s about.

When the Queen of Trouble cannot sleep because all the beds she tries are uncomfortable, Isabella Abnormella saves the day by inventing the waterbed.

In this adaptation of a traditional Russian tale, a lazy boy catches an enchanted fish that offers him a deal: "If you throw me back in and let me swim free, I''ll give you anything you desire." For the lazy boy chores are no longer a problem. His newfound magic takes care of everything--but it also creates quite a stir among the villagers, eventually catching the attention of the Tsar himself--"and" his beautiful daughter. Full color.

A collection of poems from acclaimed duo that will have readers bugging out for more!From yellow jackets to termites, praying mantises to doodle-bugs, no "little bugger" has been overlooked in J. Patrick Lewis''s clever collection of verse paired with the outrageous and vibrant art of Victoria Chess. Young readers will squirm with delight at both commonly known insects such as the cricket and the ladybug, and lesser known ones such as the silverfish and stinkbug. All the creatures are presented with descriptions true to their natures but in fun and zany scenarios.

in this wonderful new retelling of the Nativity story, all creatures great and small--from the majestic camels of the desert to the meekest dormouse--experience the wonder and joy of the coming Baby Jesus. Full color.

Five new episodes in the friendship of the two hippopotamuses.

A collection of poems about animals, including the owl, hippo, and hornet.

Witty verse describing 35 animals.

A delightful collection of poems, one for each month of the year and a final poem that draws all of the months together. Lewis''s poems combine with Hall''s ebullient illustrations to evoke the differences between the months as well as the unity of the year. Full color.

At the command of the Queen of Catmandoo, the crew of cats aboard "The Frisky Dog" set sail to find sticky-goo buns.

A new boy in a small mountain village tries to discredit the old peddler who sells magic jars of sundrops, moonbows, and the like; but though he drives the old man away, something remarkable does happen in the sky.

More than thirty mostly humorous poems about a variety of animals.

A cow''s magic milk restores youth to her owners and brings back the happiness they had tragically lost.