New Releases by Lisa Brown

Are your nuptials on the horizon? Why not use the baby as a wedding planner? After all, finding a caterer or booking a band isn't rocket science, and your little one is so much cheaper than hiring a professional. Watch her enjoy the shapes and colors, all while learning how to plan a wedding — fabulous!

Latkes are potato pancakes served at Hanukkah, and Lemony Snicket is an alleged children's author. For the first time in literary history, these two elements are combined in one book. A particularly irate latke is the star of The Latke Who Couldn't Stop Screaming, but many other holiday icons appear and even speak: flashing colored lights, cane-shaped candy, a pine tree. Santa Claus is briefly discussed as well. The ending is happy, at least for some. People who are interested in any or all of these things will find this book so enjoyable it will feel as though Hanukkah were being celebrated for several years, rather than eight nights.

We are very curious about the Swinster Pharmacy. We stay up late every night wondering what sort of eerie secrets it contains. Why are there three Styrofoam heads in the windows? Who is the owner? Is it really closed on weekends? Renowned investigator Lemony Snicket has compiled 29 myths about this bewildering establishment, in the vain hope that he could help us shine some light on this enduring mystery.

Are you a parent? Have your finances become a chore? Perhaps you should hand over those onerous fiscal responsibilities to someone with a little more time on their hands: your child. Let them wait in line at the bank. What else have they got to do? Thanks, Baby!

Many people are parents, and many parents are thirsty. Yet too many parents allow their infant sons and daughters to lie about idly: napping, drinking milk, and whatnot. Why not put them to work? Observe how tots enjoy the shapes and colors, all the while learning how to mix a variety of basic cocktails. Thanks, Baby!

Are you a parent? Are you tired of driving around in an old wreck of an automobile? Never fear; help is on the way. This book will teach your little ones the ins and outs of basic car repair. It's quick, easy, and best of all, cheaper than your local garage! Now wipe off your greasy paws, get into your carseat, and we¹ll hit the road! Thanks, baby!

Little ones learn to help out around the house with this humorous book from McSweeney's new Irregulars series.

Many people are parents, and many parents get hungry. It's time to show those infants how to concoct a simple breakfast! This instructional board book teaches precious little angels to be useful, at long last. It's a delicious way to start the day. Thanks, Baby!

If you're a new parent, you know how hard it is to get quality alone time with your partner. Instead of blaming the kid, put him to work! This handy manual will teach your baby how to set the mood for an intimate evening (and then make himself scarce - thanks, baby!) Baby Get Me Some Lovin' is essential for expectant parents, harried mothers, tired fathers, and overly involved grandparents.